Comparison

Sweet Zero vs SugarBuddy

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

Head to head
About

Sweet Zero

Track your sugar-free journey with daily streaks and real-time craving support. Scan food labels with AI to identify hidden sugars and join challenges with a supportive community. Focus on progress, not perfection, with personalized tips and insights.

Highlights
  • Sugar-free streak tracking
  • Real-time craving support
  • AI food scanner for sugar detection
  • Community challenges and leaderboards
  • Personalized daily tips and insights
  • Progress tracking with milestone celebrations
Features
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Quit sugar for good — without the willpower battle. Point your camera at any food and Sweet Zero's AI reads the label, exposes hidden sugars and 60+ sweetener aliases, and tells you instantly whether it breaks your sugar-free streak. No guesswork, no calorie spreadsheets — just a clear yes or no, and a better swap when the answer is no. Sugar hides under 60+ names — maltodextrin, dextrose, fruit juice concentrate, "evaporated cane juice." Sweet Zero catches them so you don't have to memorize them. — SCAN ANY FOOD — • AI food scanner: snap a photo or scan a barcode, get an instant sugar verdict • Detects hidden sugars and 60+ sweetener aliases most labels disguise • Tells you if it breaks your streak — and suggests a cleaner alternative • Confidence rating + a plain-English explanation, every time — BUILD AN UNBREAKABLE STREAK — • Track clean days with a live streak ring and milestone celebrations • Body-recovery timeline: watch yourself move from Detox to Recovery to Optimization • Streak Freeze protects your progress on an off day — progress, not perfection • Slip up? Recover in one tap and keep your momentum — BEAT CRAVINGS IN THE MOMENT — • SOS mode: a 60-second guided flow — breathe, distract, reflect — to ride out any craving • Cravings journal logs your triggers so you can see what really sets you off • Recipe suggestions for when you need a sweet fix that won't cost you the streak — UNDERSTAND YOURSELF — • Daily check-in tracks mood and energy on a 15-emotion wheel • Insights reveal how cutting sugar changes your energy, mood, and sleep • Pattern detection connects your cravings to the moments that trigger them — DON'T DO IT ALONE — • Join challenges or start a private Group Challenge with an invite code • Friends, following, and weekly / monthly / all-time leaderboards • A supportive community to share wins, tips, and tough days • Refer friends and earn rewards together — YOUR AI COACH — • AI Daily Plan: a personalized focus for today, right on your home screen • AI Weekly Report: your patterns, progress, and next-step tips, every week • Smart reminders that reach you before your peak craving hour Private by design: Face ID / Touch ID lock and an anonymous mode keep your journey yours. — SWEET ZERO PREMIUM — Unlock the full toolkit: • AI Food Scanner • Streak Freeze • Advanced Insights (90-day history, deep pattern analysis) • AI Weekly Report & Smart Notifications • Unlimited active challenges & recipe suggestions Free forever includes streak tracking, daily check-ins, SOS mode, the cravings journal, community, leaderboards, challenges, and core insights. Terms: https://www.sweetzero.app/terms Privacy: https://www.sweetzero.app/privacy Stop fighting sugar with willpower alone. Scan smarter, build your streak, and feel the difference. Download Sweet Zero and start your clean streak today.

About

SugarBuddy

This app helps you break free from sugar cravings using science-based techniques. It offers tools like a panic button for intense urges, AI-powered coaching, and progress tracking to support your journey to a healthier relationship with sugar.

Highlights
  • Science-based sugar cessation program
  • Panic button for immediate craving relief
  • Guided breathing exercises
  • AI-powered personalized coaching
  • Progress tracking and streak monitoring
  • Barcode scanning for sugar content
  • Weight and health goal tracking
Features
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**Join thousands breaking free from sugar! Take control of your cravings and transform your health with Sugar Buddy—the #1 app designed to help you quit sugar for good.** Whether you're looking to reduce your daily intake or eliminate added sugars entirely, Sugar Buddy's science-backed approach helps you reshape your relationship with sugar and reclaim your energy, focus, and well-being. --- **WHY THOUSANDS TRUST SUGAR BUDDY** **REWIRE YOUR BRAIN** Sugar triggers the same reward pathways as addictive substances. Our system helps you break the cycle by replacing cravings with calm, and impulse with intention. Every sugar-free day strengthens your self-control. **PANIC BUTTON FOR CRAVINGS** When cravings hit hard, hit back. Our instant Panic Button gives you immediate access to guided breathing exercises, motivational reminders, and tools to help you push through the toughest moments—without reaching for sugar. **BREATHE THROUGH CRAVINGS** Calm your nervous system with guided breathing exercises designed to reduce stress and quiet the urge to snack. Transform anxiety into clarity in just a few minutes. **AI-POWERED COACHING** Get personalized guidance tailored to your journey. Our AI coach helps you understand your triggers, celebrate your wins, and stay motivated—day after day. **TRACK YOUR PROGRESS** Watch your sugar-free streak grow with our real-time tracker. Monitor your daily sugar intake, calories from sugar, and see exactly how far you've come. Don't just feel the difference—measure it. **SCAN & LOG WITH EASE** Use barcode scanning to instantly check sugar content in products. Take photos or add items manually. Logging your intake has never been simpler. **WEIGHT & HEALTH TRACKING** Set your goals and track your weight over time. See how reducing sugar impacts your body, energy levels, and overall well-being. **DAILY PLEDGES & CHECK-INS** Start each day with intention. Make a pledge to stay sugar-free and check in to stay accountable. Small commitments lead to lasting change. **RELAPSE? GET BACK ON TRACK** Slip-ups happen—and that's okay. Our compassionate relapse flow helps you reflect, reset, and restart without shame. Every new moment is a chance to begin again. **CELEBRATE EVERY MILESTONE** Whether you're on day one or day one hundred, every sugar-free day is a victory. Track your streaks, earn achievements, and build unstoppable momentum. --- **REAL STORIES FROM OUR COMMUNITY** "I never thought I could go a week without sugar. Now I'm on a 30-day streak and I feel incredible. The panic button saved me more times than I can count." "I've tried so many apps, but this one finally clicked. Seeing my streak grow every day keeps me motivated." "I finally feel in control." "The AI coach feels like having a supportive friend in my pocket. It knows when I'm struggling and always has the right words." --- **YOUR SUGAR-FREE LIFE STARTS TODAY** Every journey begins with a single step. Download Sugar Buddy and take yours now. Reset your cravings. Reset your health. Reset your life. --- **SUBSCRIPTION INFORMATION** A Sugar Buddy subscription unlocks full access to all premium features including AI coaching, unlimited panic button sessions, advanced progress analytics, and more. Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew unless turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage your subscription in Account Settings. If you subscribe during a free trial, any unused portion of the trial will be forfeited. --- **DISCLAIMER:** This app is designed for general wellness and habit change. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Please consult a healthcare provider for any health-related decisions. Terms of Use: https://sugarbuddy.app/terms Privacy Policy: https://sugarbuddy.app/privacy

Screenshots

Sweet Zero4 screens
SugarBuddy4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Sweet Zero at 4.0 against SugarBuddy's 3.7. On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases 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. Sweet Zero sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and SugarBuddy sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Sweet Zero holds the better App Store score, 4.0 against 3.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 3 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Sweet Zero versus SugarBuddy: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSweet ZeroSugarBuddy
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.0 (2 ratings) — better3.7 (3 ratings)
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings23 — better
Update frequencyWeekly—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.115.1
Further details — not scored
Size65 MB68 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperKresimir GalicGATENOR FZE

Customer experience

Sweet Zero

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

SugarBuddy

Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Sweet Zero

Subscriptions2
  • Premium Monthly3 Days trial$3.991 Month
  • Premium Yearly3 Days trial$34.991 Year
4 purchases

SugarBuddy

Subscriptions4
  • Weekly Susbcription$4.997 Days
  • Big Yearly Discount$19.991 Year
  • Yearly Subscription3 Days trial$29.991 Year
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  • Yearly Subscription 29.99$29.991 Year

Questions

Is Sweet Zero free?
Sweet Zero is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is SugarBuddy free?
SugarBuddy is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Sweet Zero or SugarBuddy?
Sweet Zero is rated higher. Sweet Zero averages 4.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while SugarBuddy averages 3.7 from 3 ratings.
Do Sweet Zero or SugarBuddy have ads?
Neither Sweet Zero nor SugarBuddy shows ads.

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