Comparison

MacroFlow vs VeloZones

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

MacroFlow

A privacy-focused nutrition tracker that allows users to log calories, macros, and weight without subscriptions or data sharing. It offers barcode scanning, food search, and detailed statistics, with an optional one-time purchase for enhanced features and data.

Highlights
  • Barcode scanning
  • Food database search
  • Calorie & macro tracking
  • Weight logging
  • Intermittent fasting
  • Apple Health integration
  • Data export
Features
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MacroFlow is a privacy-first nutrition tracker with everything you need to track calories and macros. It's free to use with no subscriptions, no ads, no accounts, and no data tracking. Just fast, powerful nutrition tracking that respects your privacy. I built MacroFlow because I was frustrated with apps that lock essential features behind subscriptions. Calorie tracking should be free and easy, barcode scanning shouldn’t be behind a paywall, and your health data should belong to you, not advertisers. What’s free in MacroFlow: All core tracking features are included at no cost: • Barcode scanning (with OpenFoodFacts and USDA FDC databases) • Food database search (with OpenFoodFacts and USDA FDC databases) • Full calorie & macro tracking • Weight logging • Water logging • Saved Meals for convenient multi-item logging • Intermittent fasting feature • Statistics and charts • Apple Health integration • Data export and import • Multiple units • Customisable goals • Measurement tracking • Daily reminder check-lists • Customise week date starts, preferred databases, favourite stats, macro targets, visual elements MacroFlow uses free food databases and stores all data locally on your device. Nothing is uploaded, sold, or shared. If you ever uninstall or switch devices, you can export and import your data yourself, no accounts needed. MacroFlow Supporter (One-Time, Lifetime Access) For users who want to support development and gain access to a premium food database, MacroFlow Supporter is a one-time payment upgrade that grants: • Access to the Edamam food database for expanded food search • Advanced barcode scanning powered by Edamam • iOS widgets for your home and lock screen • Apple Watch companion app • Additional visual customisation options for app colours and logo • Micronutrient tracking, including vitamins and minerals • Food Group Insights • Unlimited Saved Meals The Supporter upgrade exists to cover the cost of the premium food API and Apple Developer fees, not to restrict basic tracking. You can continue using MacroFlow’s core features for free, forever. For more detailed information, read below. ---------------------------------- Comprehensive Nutrition Tracking • Smart Food Logging – Barcode scanning, food search, and manual entry • Complete Macro Tracking – Calories, protein, carbs, fat, sugar, fibre, and water • Meal Organisation – Breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks with detailed summaries • Quick Add – Lightning-fast food entry for busy lifestyles Track Your Progress • Interactive Charts – Weekly and monthly visualisations • Customisable Metrics – Track exactly what matters to you • Goal Tracking – Set and monitor personalised targets • Export Your Data – Full data portability anytime Complete Body Tracking • Weight Logging – kg, lbs, and stone • Body Measurements – Waist, chest, hips, thighs, arms, neck • Body Fat Percentage – Optional body composition tracking • Flexible Goals – Lose, gain, or maintain with realistic timelines Intermittent Fasting • Flexible Fasting Windows – 12:12, 14:10, 16:8, 18:6, 20:4, or custom • Smart Notifications – Start and end fast reminders • Streaks & Stats – Track consistency and progress Fitness Integration • Apple Health Sync – Steps and active energy • Activity Tracking – See how movement impacts your nutrition Privacy First — Always • No Accounts Required • 100% Local Data Storage • No Ads. No Trackers. No Data Selling • Full Control – Export or delete your data anytime Download MacroFlow for free today.

About

VeloZones

Features
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Transform Your Cycling Training with Power Zones VeloZones is the ultimate training companion for cyclists who train with power. Build structured workouts, follow training plans, and take your fitness to the next level with science-backed power zone training. POWER ZONE TRAINING MADE SIMPLE Train smarter with 7 scientifically-defined power zones based on your FTP (Functional Threshold Power): - Zone 1 (Recovery) - Active recovery and warm-up - Zone 2 (Endurance) - Build aerobic base - Zone 3 (Tempo) - Increase sustainable power - Zone 4 (Threshold) - Train at FTP - Zone 5 (VO2 Max) - Maximize oxygen uptake - Zone 6 (Anaerobic) - High-intensity efforts - Zone 7 (Neuromuscular) - Sprint power development STRUCTURED WORKOUT BUILDER Create custom interval workouts tailored to your goals: - Design interval workouts with precise duration and power targets - Visual timeline shows your workout at a glance - Real-time TSS (Training Stress Score) calculation - Save and reuse your favorite workouts TRAINING PLANS (Pro) Create and share custom weekly training plans: - View workouts organized by week and day - Track completion status - See total weekly TSS load - Export and share plans across devices INTERACTIVE WORKOUT TIMER Execute your workouts with precision: - Large, clear display of current power zone - Visual progress indicators for each interval - Automatic progression through workout segments - Landscape mode support for bike mounting - Audio cues keep you on track without looking at your screen VELOZONES PRO Unlock unlimited potential: - Unlimited custom workouts - Full training plan access - Create and manage multiple plans - Import and export workouts - One-time purchase, no subscription Perfect for cyclists training indoors on smart trainers or outdoors with power meters. Whether you're preparing for your first century ride, targeting a new FTP PR, or training for competitive racing, VeloZones helps you train with purpose.

Screenshots

MacroFlow4 screens
VeloZones4 screens

Verdict

The call

MacroFlow and VeloZones are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters — price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. MacroFlow sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and VeloZones sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
MacroFlow versus VeloZones: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMacroFlowVeloZones
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (29 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews70.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings29 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 9 days—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.0 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size13 MB4 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperThomas HuntStephanie Chapman

In-app purchases

2 purchases

MacroFlow

One-time2
  • Buy Me a Coffee$2.99
  • MacroFlow Supporter Lifetime$14.99
1 purchases

VeloZones

One-time1
  • VeloZones Pro$4.99

Questions

Is MacroFlow free?
MacroFlow is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is VeloZones free?
VeloZones is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do MacroFlow or VeloZones have ads?
Neither MacroFlow nor VeloZones shows ads.

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