Comparison

SugarBuddy vs Based

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

Head to head
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

About

Based

Scan meals to get a detailed breakdown of over 20 nutrients, not just calories. An AI coach offers personalized meal recommendations to help you fill dietary gaps with whole foods and achieve a daily nutrition score.

Highlights
  • Meal scanning for nutrient breakdown
  • AI nutrition coach
  • Personalized meal recommendations
  • Daily nutrition score and grading
  • Food quality classification
  • Cloud sync across devices
Features
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Know what your diet is missing—and what to eat next. Snap each meal and see how it contributes to your nutrient goals. Based tracks 20+ nutrients, shows where your logged intake falls short, and helps you find foods to fill those gaps. Follow your progress across days, weeks and months to see which gaps keep coming back. SNAP EACH MEAL Take a photo or describe what you ate. Review the foods and estimated portions before you log. Save time with meals you eat often. SEE WHERE YOU STAND Track protein, fiber, vitamins, minerals and essential fats against your personal targets. See your daily nutrition score, choose your focus nutrients, and look closer at what each meal adds. ASK WHAT TO EAT NEXT Your AI nutrition coach uses your logged meals, nutrient gaps and dietary preferences to suggest meals and snacks. Ask for something quick, something savory, or an idea using what you have. Keep the conversation going until you find something you want to eat. SPOT GAPS EARLY Look back over days, weeks and months to find patterns in your intake. See which goals you regularly reach and which nutrients need more attention, then plan your next meals with those gaps in mind. MAKE IT PERSONAL Set targets using your profile and activity level. Keep your dietary preferences and food avoidances up to date so food suggestions fit the way you eat. SHARE WHAT YOU ATE Turn your meal photo into a shareable nutrition sticker, or share your daily and weekly progress. Show your food and the nutrients it contributed. ABOUT NUTRITION ESTIMATES Photo scans estimate ingredients and portions; they do not measure food or diagnose nutrient deficiencies. Review results before logging. Nutrient data availability varies by food, and some values are estimates. Based provides general nutrition information, not medical diagnosis or treatment. SUBSCRIPTIONS An active subscription is required for food scanning and the AI coach. Plans, local prices and any eligible introductory offers appear in the app before purchase. Trial eligibility varies. Payment is charged to your Apple Account at purchase confirmation or after an eligible free trial ends. Subscriptions renew automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the current period ends. Manage or cancel your subscription in App Store account settings. Privacy Policy: https://www.studioeight.app/based/privacy Terms of Service: https://www.studioeight.app/based/terms

Screenshots

SugarBuddy4 screens
Based4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is monetization model: SugarBuddy at free with in-app purchases against Based's subscription. SugarBuddy also leads on ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 18.0). On price, review sentiment, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. SugarBuddy sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and Based sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
SugarBuddy versus Based: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSugarBuddyBased
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—2 — better
Update frequency—Fortnightly
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterSubscription
DevicesiPhone, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.1 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size68 MB48 MB
Age rating12+12+
DeveloperGATENOR FZEStudio Eight LLC

Customer experience

SugarBuddy

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

Based

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

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
2 purchases

Based

Subscriptions2
  • BASED Weekly3 Days trial$2.997 Days
  • BASED Annual3 Days trial$29.991 Year

Questions

Is SugarBuddy free?
SugarBuddy is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Based free?
Based is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do SugarBuddy or Based have ads?
Based shows ads; SugarBuddy does not.

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