Comparison
FitStack vs Cronometer
Cronometer is a nutrient-focused tracker with a generous free tier and a Gold subscription. FitStack is one app for nutrition logging, strength training, GPS run tracking and daily readiness, with a creator marketplace for plans.
Prices and features checked October 18, 2026 against each app's own pages where possible. Figures marked "third-party report" come from independent reviews and should be confirmed on the vendor's site. FitStack makes this page, so we have linked every claim about Cronometer.
Side by side
| Feature | Cronometer | FitStack |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Gold $10.99/mo or $59.99/yr [1] | Free; Pro $9.99/month for coaching and selling |
| Free tier | 84+ nutrients, barcode scanner, custom targets, device sync, 7-day reports [1] | Free; Pro $9.99/month for coaching and selling |
| Barcode scanning | Free [1] | Yes |
| AI meal photo logging | Gold only (Photo Log) [1] | Yes, photo to itemized macros |
| Voice logging | Gold only (Voice Log) [1] | No |
| Strength workouts and plans | Not covered by our sources | Yes: logging, workouts and multi-week plans |
| GPS run tracking | Not covered by our sources | Yes, GPS with maps and splits |
"Not covered by our sources" means the sources below do not describe that feature; it does not mean Cronometer lacks it.
Choose Cronometer if…
- Micronutrient detail matters most to you, for example tracking iron, B12 or sodium closely.
- You want a free barcode scanner and do not need workouts in the same app.
Choose FitStack if…
- You want to plan and log strength training and runs in the same app as your food.
- You prefer photo logging alongside barcode scanning in one place.
Pricing and free tier
Cronometer
Gold $10.99/month or $59.99/year ($4.99/month billed annually).
Free tier: 84+ nutrients, a free barcode scanner, custom targets, device sync and a 7-day report window.
FitStack
Free plan for tracking. Pro is $9.99/month, needed only for live sessions, coaching and selling. See plans.
What FitStack includes today
- Food diary with barcode scanning and AI meal photo scanning that itemizes calories and macros
- Meal plans with daily calorie, protein, carb and fat targets
- Workout logging, reusable workouts and multi-week workout plans
- GPS run tracking with maps and splits
- Daily readiness check-ins and recovery tracking
- Apple Health and Health Connect sync, plus Apple Watch and Wear OS apps
- A marketplace of workout, meal and fitness plans from creators and coaches
- Social feed, communities and a gym directory
Try the free TDEE, macro and protein calculators on this site without signing up, or browse the exercise library.
Frequently asked questions
Is FitStack free like Cronometer's free tier?
Yes. FitStack's free plan covers food logging, workouts, run tracking and readiness; Pro ($9.99/month) is only for live sessions, coaching and selling plans. Cronometer's free tier includes: 84+ nutrients, a free barcode scanner, custom targets, device sync and a 7-day report window.
How much does Cronometer cost?
Gold $10.99/month or $59.99/year ($4.99/month billed annually) (checked October 2026; prices are US and change).
What does FitStack do that Cronometer does not focus on?
FitStack keeps nutrition logging, strength training, GPS run tracking and daily readiness in one app, with a marketplace of creator plans. Cronometer is primarily a nutrition tracking app.
Should I switch from Cronometer to FitStack?
Stay with Cronometer if micronutrient detail matters most to you, for example tracking iron, B12 or sodium closely. FitStack suits you better if you want to plan and log strength training and runs in the same app as your food.
Sources (checked October 18, 2026)
- Cronometer Gold (official)
Cronometer is a trademark of its owner. FitStack is not affiliated with or endorsed by Cronometer. Spotted something out of date? Tell us and we will correct it.
Thinking of switching from Cronometer?
Join the FitStack early-access list and we will email your invite when it is ready. Tracking is free.