Cronometer: Calorie Counter vs Noot: AI Calorie Diet Coach
At a glance
| Attribute | ||
|---|---|---|
| Subtitle | Nutrition, macro, diet tracker | AI Calorie Tracking & Advice |
| Developer | Cronometer Software Inc | GM LAP LIMITED |
| App Store rating | 4.77 (88729 reviews) | 4.70 (141 reviews) |
| Pricing | Free · 7 in-app purchase option(s) | Free · 8 in-app purchase option(s) |
| Trial | Free version available with limited features; Gold subscription required for advanced tools. | Full access free trial that converts to paid subscription. |
Pricing & trial
| Attribute | ||
|---|---|---|
| Summary | Free · 7 in-app purchase option(s) | Free · 8 in-app purchase option(s) |
| Trial | Free version available with limited features; Gold subscription required for advanced tools. | Full access free trial that converts to paid subscription. |
Who each app suits best
Cronometer: Calorie Counter
- Data-Driven Users — Ideal for those who want precise, verified nutritional data.
- Micronutrient Trackers — Best for users monitoring specific vitamin or mineral deficiencies.
Noot: AI Calorie Diet Coach
- Individuals new to calorie counting — The app's simple, user-friendly interface and straightforward logging make it ideal for beginners.
- Users seeking AI-driven nutrition guidance — Features a 24/7 AI diet coach that provides personalized tips and analyzes meal impact.
- Those who prefer visual food logging — Offers convenient photo-based meal tracking and barcode scanning for quick logging.
- People focused on weight loss without restrictive diets — Promotes sustainable weight loss by building healthy habits rather than strict, temporary diets.
Feature checklist
Coverage from our catalog flags. Values are editorial signals, not a guarantee of every device build.
| Feature | ||
|---|---|---|
| AI Photo logging | Yes | Yes |
| AI Audio logging | No | No |
| AI text logging | No | Yes |
| Barcode scanner | No | No |
| Apple Health | Yes | Yes |
| Macro tracking | Yes | Yes |
| Micronutrients | Yes | Yes |
| Water tracking | Yes | No |
| Workout tracking | Yes | Yes |
| Fasting | Yes | No |
| Connect your coach | Yes | No |
| Logging accuracy | Yes | Yes |
Scores
Editorial model scores on our scale — distinct from star ratings in app stores.
| Criterion | ||
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 9 | 8.5 |
| Accuracy | 10 | 8.3 |
| Beginner Friendliness | 8.9 | 8.4 |
| Coachability | 7.9 | 8.7 |
| Ease Of Use | 9.1 | 8.6 |
| Feature Depth | 9.5 | 9 |
| Pricing Value | 8.2 | 8 |
| User Feedback | 9 | 8.5 |
Review themes
Short synthesis of what users often praise or criticize — not a substitute for reading recent reviews yourself.
Highlights users liked
Cronometer: Calorie Counter
Micronutrient tracking; Verified food database
Noot: AI Calorie Diet Coach
Ease of Use; App Effectiveness
Common complaints
Cronometer: Calorie Counter
Missing remaining macro totals; Syncing issues
Noot: AI Calorie Diet Coach
Micronutrient Visibility; Meal Plan Customization
Bottom line
For most people prioritising overall polish and scores in our dataset, Cronometer: Calorie Counter is the stronger default — still compare pricing and features above before you switch.