Verdict

Macros - Macro Tracker scores 6.3 out of 10 in this guide. Method healthier-v1: weighted blend of 9 data-derived sub-scores; see scoring.md. The record files it for Macro Beginners — Ideal for those new to tracking who want a simple, non-intimidating interface.. It is a weak fit for Advanced Athletes — Lacks the deep performance analytics or complex periodization tools required by elite athletes..

Who it is for

Macro Beginners — Ideal for those new to tracking who want a simple, non-intimidating interface. Recipe Creators — Perfect for users who cook at home and want to save and reuse custom meal data.

Price

Monthly: $3.99.

Yearly: $17.99.

Trial: No explicit free trial mentioned in store data..

What the feature record says

Macro tracking is marked available. Quality: excellent. Coverage: strong. Usefulness: high. Core feature; includes net carb counting and macro-to-calorie matching. Evidence noted: description screenshots

Micronutrients is marked available. Quality: good. Coverage: moderate. Usefulness: medium. Customizable micronutrient goals available in Plus version. Evidence noted: description

Water tracking is marked available. Quality: good. Coverage: moderate. Usefulness: medium. Simple hydration logging included. Evidence noted: description

Workout tracking is marked available. Quality: fair. Coverage: weak. Usefulness: medium. Basic recording of daily exercises and activities. Evidence noted: description

Accuracy focus is marked available. Quality: good. Coverage: strong. Usefulness: high. Relies on user-inputted data and database accuracy. Evidence noted: description

Review themes

Users consistently praise the app for its simplicity, intuitive interface, and ease of use compared to more complex competitors. The ability to create custom food libraries and recipes is frequently highlighted as a major benefit for long-term tracking. Some users express frustration with the subscription model, specifically regarding the paywalling of features that were previously free or expected to be included in a basic version.

Liked: Ease of use (4 mentions). Users find the app significantly more accessible and less confusing than other popular macro trackers.

Liked: Custom food library (3 mentions). The ability to save personal recipes and ingredients is a core driver of user satisfaction.

Disliked: Subscription model (1 mentions). Some users feel the transition to a subscription-heavy model limits the value of the free version.

Scores

Overall 6.3/10. Confidence on the record is 1.

Accuracy: 8/10. Quality rating of the accuracy feature (5 if unknown).

Pricing value: 8.8/10. 10 - annualised price $17.99/15 (+0.5 if free trial).

Ease of use: 5/10. 5 + 5 x best quality of fast-logging features (AI image/text/audio, barcode).

Feature depth: 5.1/10. Quality-weighted share of tracked features available (excellent 1.0 .. poor 0.2), x1.6, capped at 10.

Beginner friendliness: 7/10. 60% easeOfUse + 40% beginner skill-level fit.

User feedback: 7.7/10. Bayesian rating 4.52 (iOS 4.75x1163 + Play 4.51x16162, prior 4.3x200) + review stars sentiment +0.70 over 20 reviews.

Maintenance: 7.8/10. Last release 3 days ago (half-life 90d, 70%) + median 67 days between releases (30%).

Traction: 7.1/10. log10 of 17325 total ratings (iOS+Play), 1M ratings = 10.

Coachability: 0/10. Best quality of aiCoach / coachConnection features.

Who should skip it

Skip Macros - Macro Tracker if you need Advanced Athletes — Lacks the deep performance analytics or complex periodization tools required by elite athletes.; Fasting Enthusiasts — Does not include dedicated tools for intermittent fasting or time-restricted eating..