NutraDetective vs ADHDScan
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
NutraDetective
Instantly scan food barcodes to identify ADHD-linked dyes and over 100 allergens. Receive health grades, discover healthier alternatives, and make shopping fun with gamified features. Perfect for families managing dietary sensitivities.
- ADHD additive alerts
- 100+ allergen detection
- Instant A-F health grades
- AI-powered healthier alternatives
- Gamified shopping experience
- Family profiles for up to 6 members
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Parents: Is Red 40 triggering your child's ADHD? Find out in 2 seconds. NutraDetective is the ONLY food scanner that instantly alerts you to ADHD-linked additives like Red 40, Yellow 5, and 10+ harmful dyes that affect 8% of children with ADHD. ------------------ #1 FOR FAMILIES WITH ADHD ------------------ Studies show artificial food dyes can trigger hyperactivity, inattention, and behavioral issues. Since 2010, Europe requires warning labels on foods with these additives. Now you can know instantly. ------------------ EXCLUSIVE FEATURES ------------------ ADHD ADDITIVE ALERTS (Premium) The ONLY app tracking Red 40, Yellow 5/6, Blue 1/2 and additives linked to hyperactivity. Get instant warnings BEFORE your child eats them. 100+ ALLERGEN DETECTION Beyond the FDA Top 8 - we catch hidden allergens, derivatives, and cross-contamination risks. Create profiles for up to 6 family members. INSTANT A-F HEALTH GRADES Scan any barcode in 2 seconds. Clear grades based on nutrition, processing level, and ingredients. No confusing scores. AI-POWERED ALTERNATIVES Don't just learn what's bad - find better options! Our AI suggests healthier alternatives available at your local stores. GAMIFIED SHOPPING Make healthy eating fun! Earn XP, unlock badges, climb detective ranks. Kids love scanning and learning about food. ------------------ WHAT YOU'LL DISCOVER ------------------ - Which snacks trigger hyperactivity - Hidden allergens in "safe" foods - Ultra-processed foods to avoid - Healthier swaps your kids will eat - Your family's nutrition progress ------------------ PERFECT FOR ------------------ - Parents managing ADHD through diet - Families with food allergies - Health-conscious shoppers - Anyone avoiding processed foods - People seeking ingredient transparency ------------------ SUBSCRIPTION PLANS ------------------ FREE - ROOKIE DETECTIVE - 3 scans per day - Basic health grades - Limited features PLUS - SENIOR DETECTIVE ($4.99/mo or $49.99/yr) - 25 scans per day - ADHD additive alerts - 100+ allergen detection - 30-day history PRO - LEGENDARY DETECTIVE ($14.99/mo or $149.99/yr) - Unlimited scans - Family profiles (6 people) - Forever history - Priority support ------------------ HOW IT WORKS ------------------ 1. Point camera at any barcode 2. Get instant health analysis 3. See warnings for your family 4. Find healthier alternatives 5. Track your progress ------------------ YOUR PRIVACY MATTERS ------------------ - No ads, ever - Your data is never sold - Family profiles stay private - Secure, encrypted storage - COPPA compliant for children ------------------ SCIENTIFIC BACKING ------------------ Our ADHD additive detection is based on peer-reviewed research including the Southampton Study (The Lancet, 2007) and ongoing FDA reviews. We track additives proven to affect behavior in sensitive children. ------------------ SUPPORT ------------------ Questions? We're here to help! Email: contact@nutradetective.com Website: nutradetective.com Download now and scan your first product in seconds. Your family's health can't wait. Terms: nutradetective.com/terms Privacy: nutradetective.com/privacy
ADHDScan
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ADHD Food Scanner helps people with ADHD make better food choices by instantly analyzing ingredient lists for known ADHD trigger compounds. HOW IT WORKS Scan any food product barcode with your phone's camera. ADHD Food Scanner fetches the ingredient list and checks it against a database of ADHD-related trigger ingredients including artificial dyes, preservatives, high-fructose corn syrup, artificial sweeteners, and stimulants like caffeine. YOUR VERDICT IN SECONDS Every scan returns one of three clear verdicts: • SAFE — no known ADHD triggers detected • CAUTION — contains ingredients with moderate concern • AVOID — contains multiple or high-concern ADHD triggers PERSONALIZED TO YOUR SENSITIVITIES Set up a profile once and ADHDScan remembers what to watch for. Choose your sensitivity level across 7 ingredient categories: • Artificial dyes (Red 40, Yellow 5, Blue 1, and more) • Artificial preservatives (Sodium Benzoate, etc.) • Artificial sweeteners (Aspartame, Sucralose, etc.) • High Fructose Corn Syrup • MSG • Caffeine • Artificial flavors WHO IT'S FOR Designed for parents managing their child's ADHD diet, adults with ADHD who want to be more mindful of what they eat, and anyone interested in understanding how food ingredients may affect focus, behavior, and mood. FREE FEATURES • 5 barcode scans per day • Instant ingredient analysis • Clear SAFE / CAUTION / AVOID verdict ADHD FOOD SCANNER PREMIUM — $4.99/month • Unlimited daily scans • Full scan history — review every product you've checked • Support ongoing development of the app Subscription automatically renews for $4.99 per month unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. You can manage or cancel your subscription at any time in your Apple ID Account Settings. PRIVACY We take your privacy seriously. Scan data is stored securely and only accessible to you. You can delete your account and all associated data at any time from the Profile tab. Privacy Policy: https://tamotoyama.github.io/adhd-food-scanner-privacy Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Note: ADHD Food Scanner is a reference tool and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider about dietary choices for ADHD management.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: NutraDetective at every 5 days against ADHDScan's every 3 weeks. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. NutraDetective sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and ADHDScan sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
NutraDetective ships an update every 5 days, ADHDScan every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 3, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | NutraDetective | ADHDScan |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 1 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 5 days — better | Every 3 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Freemium | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | 15.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 43 MB | 36 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | DEJUAN TARTT | Devan Capps |
In-app purchases
NutraDetective
- Senior Detective Monthly7 Days trial$4.991 Month
- Legendary Detective Monthly7 Days trial$14.991 Month
- Senior Detective Annual7 Days trial$49.991 Year
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- Legendary Detective Annual7 Days trial$149.991 Year
ADHDScan
- SafeScan ADHD Premium$4.991 Month








