Calorie Tracker Guide · 2026-11-14
Editorial score
5.8/10
Verdict
Calorie Counter by Pro Tracker scores 5.8 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 Trackers — Users needing precise control over fat, carb, and protein intake.. It is a weak fit for Data Purists — Users who require highly accurate, verified nutritional databases..
Who it is for
Macro Trackers — Users needing precise control over fat, carb, and protein intake. Weight Loss Seekers — Individuals looking for a simple, chart-based weight tracking tool.
Price
Monthly: $6.99.
Yearly: $39.99.
Trial: No explicit trial mentioned in IAP data..
What the feature record says
Apple Health is marked available. Quality: good. Coverage: strong. Usefulness: high. Syncs nutrient and activity data. Evidence noted: description
Macro tracking is marked available. Quality: excellent. Coverage: strong. Usefulness: high. Supports custom macro goals and presets. Evidence noted: description screenshots
Micronutrients is marked available. Quality: good. Coverage: moderate. Usefulness: medium. Tracks micronutrients like iron and fiber. Evidence noted: description screenshots
Water tracking is marked available. Quality: good. Coverage: moderate. Usefulness: medium. Includes hydration reminders. Evidence noted: description
Workout tracking is marked available. Quality: fair. Coverage: moderate. Usefulness: medium. Basic activity logging; users report issues with point accuracy. Evidence noted: description reviews
Fasting is marked available. Quality: fair. Coverage: weak. Usefulness: low. Supports fasting as a diet type, but lacks a dedicated timer. Evidence noted: description web
Review themes
Long-term users appreciate the straightforward tracking interface and the ability to maintain specific dietary programs like Points Plus. Significant user dissatisfaction stems from the transition to a subscription model, reports of data loss during updates, and inaccuracies in the food database.
Liked: Simple interface (1200 mentions). Users find the app easy to navigate for daily logging.
Liked: Weight tracking (850 mentions). The progress charts are effective for monitoring weight loss.
Disliked: Subscription model (2100 mentions). Users feel alienated by the shift from one-time purchase to subscription.
Disliked: Data integrity (900 mentions). Reports of lost historical data after app updates.
Disliked: Database accuracy (750 mentions). Users report incorrect nutritional information for scanned items.
Scores
Overall 5.8/10. Confidence on the record is 0.85.
Accuracy: 4.5/10. Quality rating of the accuracy feature (5 if unknown).
Pricing value: 7.3/10. 10 - annualised price $39.99/15 (+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: 6.6/10. 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: 8.5/10. Bayesian rating 4.68 (iOS 4.69x5430 + Play 0.00x0, prior 4.3x200) + review stars sentiment +0.15 over 20 reviews.
Maintenance: 2.6/10. Last release 600 days ago (half-life 90d, 70%) + median 6 days between releases (30%).
Traction: 6.2/10. log10 of 5430 total ratings (iOS+Play), 1M ratings = 10.
Coachability: 0/10. Best quality of aiCoach / coachConnection features.
Who should skip it
Skip Calorie Counter by Pro Tracker if you need Data Purists — Users who require highly accurate, verified nutritional databases.; Gamification Fans — Those who rely on streaks and badges to stay motivated..