Comparison

Portions Zen vs MyBytes

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

Head to head
About

Portions Zen

Features
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Lose Weight the Zen Way – Mindful Eating Without Hunger PortionsZen is a revolutionary weight loss app that tells you what you SHOULD eat instead of what you can't eat. Eating enough of the foods that are rich in micronutrients is essential for successful long-term weigh loss without hunger. The app helps you achieve your goals through mindful, portion-based eating. Say goodbye to obsessive calorie counting, food scanning, and restrictive diets. Instead, focus on balanced nutrition and sustainable habits that actually work. MINDFUL APPROACH TO WEIGHT LOSS - EAT ZEN! • No calorie counting – Focus on balanced portions instead • Visual color-coded feedback – Green means you're on target • Flexible tracking – Life happens, and that's okay • Sustainable habits – Build a lifestyle, not a crash diet • Simple Portions - Based on hand-portions, easy to use anytime anywhere without apps or scanners, just your hands! STAY SATISFIED, NOT STARVING Unlike restrictive diets that leave you hungry and miserable, PortionsZen helps you: • Eat balanced portions that keep you full longer • Include protein at every meal to curb cravings • Load up on veggies and fruit for volume and nutrients • Never feel deprived or hungry between meals • Maintain steady energy throughout the day • The secret? Eating ENOUGH portions of the RIGHT foods mean you can lose weight while feeling satisfied. • No more fighting constant hunger or white-knuckling through cravings. AI COACH Get personalized guidance from your AI wellness coach who understands your journey and provides: • Recipes customized for your plan and dietary preferances, and how much you've eaten so far in the day. • Custom advice based on your progress • Motivation when you need it most • Answers to your nutrition questions • Strategies to overcome challenges TRACK YOUR PROGRESS • Daily tracking with intuitive interface • Trends view to visualize your journey • Weight tracking over time • Synced across all your devices with iCloud SMART REMINDERS Set personalized reminders to: • Drink water throughout the day • Log your meals and portions • Stay consistent with your routine • Never miss a beat on your wellness journey GUIDED LEARNING Access a comprehensive guide on: • Understanding portion sizes • Choosing the right foods • Building sustainable habits • Making healthy eating effortless PRIVACY FIRST • Your data belongs to you – period • No selling your information • No intrusive ads • No tracking across apps • Secure cloud sync with your private account WHO IS PORTIONSZEN FOR? Perfect for anyone who wants to: • Lose weight without feeling deprived • Build a healthier relationship with food • Simplify nutrition without spreadsheets or food scanners • Focus on wellness, not just numbers • Create sustainable habits that last START YOUR JOURNEY TODAY Download PortionsZen and discover how simple, mindful eating can transform your health. No gimmicks. No fads. Just balanced nutrition and sustainable results. Zen! ---- The Portions program is based on recommended food intakes published by the US Department of Health. Results may vary. Consult with your doctor before starting any weight loss program. Privacy policy: https://www.portions.zen/privacy-policy.php Terms of service: https://www.portions.zen/terms-of-service.php

About

MyBytes

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Food Journal is the low-friction way to notice how what you eat connects to how you feel. No calorie counting. No barcode scanning. No judgment. Just three quick questions: • What did you eat? • How did you feel? • Anything else you want to add? That’s it. Each entry takes seconds, so you’ll actually keep doing it. Every day you log lights up on a clean monthly calendar, so your habits and patterns become easy to see at a glance. Tap any day to revisit your meals, moods, and notes. Built for consistency over perfection — because the goal isn’t a perfect record, it’s a little more awareness, one meal at a time. Start your journal today.

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Portions Zen3 screens
MyBytes4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: MyBytes at none against Portions Zen's 2. Portions Zen's advantage is iOS requirement (17.6 vs 26.5). On price, ads 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Portions Zen sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $29.99 per 6 months. MyBytes asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 4 level
Portions Zen versus MyBytes: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPortions ZenMyBytes
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyWeekly—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS17.6 — better26.5
Further details — not scored
Size5 MB2 MB
Age rating17+12+
DeveloperIzhar PerlmanGARCEY ZBIGNIEW BERNARDIN

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Portions Zen

Subscriptions2
  • Premium 6mo With Trial14 Days trial$29.996 Months
  • Premium 1yr With Trial14 Days trial$49.991 Year
None

MyBytes

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Portions Zen free?
Portions Zen is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is MyBytes free?
MyBytes is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Portions Zen or MyBytes have ads?
Neither Portions Zen nor MyBytes shows ads.

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