Comparison

Calorie Tracker vs FoodNote

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

Head to head
About

Calorie Tracker

Features
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MacroChat is a fast, focused way to track what you eat. Describe meals in your own words—quantities, ingredients, or rough portions—and get calories plus protein, carbs, and fat broken down in a clear summary. No barcode hunt, no endless taps: type (or dictate) a line like you’re talking to a log, and let the app do the math. Log the way you think Write natural phrases (“170g Greek yogurt, banana,” “chicken, rice, broccoli”) and see totals and per-item macros when the parse succeeds. Your log is built around a simple command-line style flow so staying consistent feels lightweight. Goals that match you Onboarding helps you set personal calorie and macro targets using your stats, activity level, and goals—so your daily view reflects what you’re actually aiming for. See the bigger picture The Stats experience turns saved logs into trends and insights over time—so you can see how your intake lines up with your targets, not just today’s numbers. Your data, where you need it Sign in to iCloud and your profile and targets can stay in sync across your devices (SwiftData + CloudKit). MacroChat Pro Subscribe for unlimited food logging, full access to advanced analytics, custom macro goals, and an ad-free experience. Free use includes a limited number of successful parses so you can try the full flow before upgrading. Terms: https://macrochat.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/terms.html Privacy: https://macrochat.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/privacy.html

About

FoodNote

Effortlessly track your food intake by simply writing down your meals. This app's AI analyzes your entries to provide instant calorie and nutrition breakdowns, making healthy eating simple and intuitive.

Highlights
  • Notes-style food logging
  • AI-powered nutrition analysis
  • Macro breakdown (calories, protein, carbs, fat)
  • Daily food diary
  • Supports all cuisines
  • Fast and lightweight design
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FoodNote: Calorie Counter The simplest way to track what you eat. No complicated dashboards. No barcode scanning rituals. Just open the app, write down your food like you're taking notes, and FoodNote figures out the calories and nutrition for you. **HOW IT WORKS** Type your meals the way you naturally think. "2 eggs and toast", "grilled chicken and rice", "coffee with milk". FoodNote's AI instantly analyzes each entry and breaks down the calories, protein, carbs, and fat. It feels less like logging and more like jotting. **FEATURES** Notes-Style Food Logging Write food entries naturally, line by line. No searching through databases. No scanning. Just type and go. AI-Powered Nutrition Analysis Powered by advanced AI, FoodNote understands real-world food descriptions, including local and cultural dishes, and returns accurate nutrition data instantly. Macro Breakdown See your daily calories, protein, carbs, and fat at a glance. Know exactly where you stand without digging through menus. Daily Food Diary Every entry is saved to your daily log. Review what you ate, spot patterns, and make better choices over time. Works for Every Cuisine Whether you're logging a burrito, a bowl of ramen, or a plate of pasta, FoodNote understands the food you actually eat, not just Western diet staples. Fast and Lightweight No bloat. No paywalled features behind every tap. FoodNote is built to be fast, clean, and get out of your way. **WHO IS IT FOR?** FoodNote is for people who want to be mindful about what they eat without making it a part-time job. If you've tried other calorie tracking apps and given up because they felt like too much work, FoodNote is the app you've been waiting for. Whether you're trying to lose weight, hit a protein goal, or simply understand your eating habits better, FoodNote gives you the clarity you need with the least amount of effort. **YOUR PRIVACY** Your food notes are yours. FoodNote does not sell your data or share it with third parties. **TERMS OF USE** https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Start logging in seconds. No account required to get started. Download FoodNote today.

Screenshots

Calorie Tracker3 screens
FoodNote4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Calorie Tracker at none against FoodNote's shown. FoodNote's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months). On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement 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. Calorie Tracker sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and FoodNote sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Calorie Tracker ships an update every 2 months, FoodNote every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 3, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Calorie Tracker versus FoodNote: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCalorie TrackerFoodNote
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—2 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Freemium
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS18.617.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size15 MB20 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFeynman EinsteinAI Note Taker OUNepayo Incorporated

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Calorie Tracker

Subscriptions2
  • Weekly Subscription$4.997 Days
  • Yearly Subscription$39.991 Year
2 purchases

FoodNote

Subscriptions2
  • Pro$9.991 Month
  • Pro1 Month trial$29.991 Year

Questions

Is Calorie Tracker free?
Calorie Tracker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is FoodNote free?
FoodNote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Calorie Tracker or FoodNote have ads?
FoodNote shows ads; Calorie Tracker does not.
Which is updated more often, Calorie Tracker or FoodNote?
Calorie Tracker ships an update every 2 months, and FoodNote every 3 weeks. Most recently, Calorie Tracker was updated on October 3, 2026 and FoodNote on October 9, 2026.

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