Comparison

Menu Calories vs Ascend Performance ‎

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

Head to head
About

Menu Calories

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Point your camera at the menu in front of you and get calorie and macro estimates for every dish — no restaurant database, no made-up dishes. Works at any restaurant, in any country, in any language. Pick the meal that fits your goals, then log it to Apple Health in one tap. Try it free — no account, price shown up front. Dishes stream in seconds after you scan, with honest estimates: realistic calorie ranges instead of false precision. Calories, protein, carbs, fat, fiber and sodium sync straight to Apple Health. SCAN ANY MENU IN SECONDS Open the Scan tab and you're already in the camera. Snap the menu or paste the text. Dishes appear one by one as MenuCalories estimates calories, protein, carbs, and fat for each. SET YOUR DIET PROFILE Tell MenuCalories your goals — high-protein, low-calorie — and any restrictions like vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free or dairy-free. Every menu is filtered and highlighted so the dishes that fit you stand out instantly. COMPARE DISHES SIDE BY SIDE Not sure what to order? Compare options by calories, protein, or any macro. See which dish fits your goals before you order. WORKS WITH ANY RESTAURANT Unlike apps that only cover chain restaurants, MenuCalories handles any menu you give it — local spots, international restaurants, cafes, bars, and delivery apps. TRACK YOUR DINING OUT Save your favorite dishes and revisit past menus. Build a personal collection of go-to healthy meals at the restaurants you love. WHAT YOU GET • Calorie and macro estimates (protein, carbs, fat) per dish • Diet profile filtering — goals plus restrictions like vegetarian or gluten-free • Camera-first scanning with live, streaming results • Side-by-side dish comparison • Photo, PDF and text menu support • My Plate — combine dishes and see the whole meal against your daily calorie and macro targets • Show to Waiter — your order in large type, in the menu's original language • Menu thumbnails in history for quick recall • Log meals to Apple Health with full macros HOW IT WORKS 1. Set your diet profile (optional) 2. Open the Scan tab — snap a menu or paste the text 3. Watch dishes stream in and pick the one that fits your goals Perfect for calorie tracking, macro counting, weight management, or simply making healthier choices when eating out. Important: Nutrition values are estimates. Actual values vary by recipe, portion size, and preparation. MenuCalories is not medical advice. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Terms: https://menucalories.app/terms Privacy Policy: https://menucalories.app/privacy

About

Ascend Performance ‎

Features
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Welcome to Ascend Performance, the exclusive coaching hub for clients of Gabe and Kalani. This isn't just another fitness tracker; it’s a comprehensive coaching environment built for those who are serious about making actual progress, optimizing their lives, and moving the needle on their goals. Designed specifically for the Ascend community, this app brings our 1-on-1 coaching experience, structured programming, and real accountability directly to your pocket. Key Features: Elite, Personalized Programming: Whether you’re cutting down, doing a lean build, or balancing lifts with combat sports, access training plans structured entirely around your specific goals and lifestyle. Dialed-In Nutrition & Meal Timings: Access your personalized macros, meal plans, and delicious recipes. We focus on fueling your performance, eliminating cravings, and timing your meals so you can push hard in the gym, even after a long day at work or on-site. Seamless Weekly Check-Ins: Upload your weekly physique photos, bodyweight data, and form videos all in one place so your coaches can provide the in-depth, Loom-style feedback you need to keep progressing. Daily Habit & Metric Tracking: Success is in the daily routine. Log your daily steps, sleep quality, and hydration to ensure your recovery matches your training intensity. Direct Coach Communication: Cut through the noise. Message Gabe and Kalani directly within the app for form corrections, lifestyle adjustments, and real-time support. Step up, get structured, and do the work. Download the Ascend Performance app and take your physique, energy, and daily routine to the next level. *App access requires a paid coaching plan. Terms Of Use: https://kahunas.io/terms-conditions Privacy Policy: https://kahunas.io/privacy Medical Disclaimer: This app does not provide medical advice, diagnoses, or treatment. The information and guidance provided within the app are for general fitness and wellbeing purposes only. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any exercise program, changing your nutrition, or making decisions regarding your health.

Screenshots

Menu Calories4 screens
Ascend Performance ‎3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is device support: Ascend Performance ‎ at 3 against Menu Calories's 1. Ascend Performance ‎ also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price, 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. Menu Calories sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and Ascend Performance ‎ sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $299.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard2 real differences · 4 level
Menu Calories versus Ascend Performance ‎: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMenu CaloriesAscend Performance ‎
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 6 days—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size15 MB55 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDzmitry BukuyazauGabriel Chenkov-Shaw

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Menu Calories

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly$4.991 Month
  • Yearly3 Days trial$29.991 Year
1 purchases

Ascend Performance ‎

Subscriptions1
  • Monthly subscription$299.991 Month

Questions

Is Menu Calories free?
Menu Calories is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Ascend Performance ‎ free?
Ascend Performance ‎ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Menu Calories or Ascend Performance ‎ have ads?
Neither Menu Calories nor Ascend Performance ‎ shows ads.

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