Comparison
FitStack vs MyFitnessPal
MyFitnessPal is a calorie counter with a free, ad-supported tier and Premium plans. 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 MyFitnessPal.
Side by side
| Feature | MyFitnessPal | FitStack |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Premium $19.99/mo or $79.99/yr; Premium+ $24.99/mo or $99.99/yr (third-party report) [1] [2] | Free; Pro $9.99/month for coaching and selling |
| Free tier | Nutrition, weight and exercise tracking, with ads [1] | Free; Pro $9.99/month for coaching and selling |
| Barcode scanning | Premium only [1] | Yes |
| AI meal photo logging | Premium only (meal scan) [1] | Yes, photo to itemized macros |
| Custom macro targets | Premium only [1] | Yes, per meal plan |
| Strength workouts and plans | Exercise tracking [1] | Yes: logging, workouts and multi-week plans |
| GPS run tracking | Not covered by our sources | Yes, GPS with maps and splits |
| Readiness and recovery | Not covered by our sources | Yes, daily readiness check-ins |
"Not covered by our sources" means the sources below do not describe that feature; it does not mean MyFitnessPal lacks it.
Choose MyFitnessPal if…
- You only want to count calories and are happy with the free, ad-supported tier.
- You already have years of food history in MyFitnessPal and do not want to start over.
Choose FitStack if…
- You want barcode and photo logging in the same app as your training plan.
- You lift or run and want your nutrition targets to sit next to your workouts, runs and readiness.
Pricing and free tier
MyFitnessPal
Premium $19.99/month or $79.99/year with a 7-day trial; Premium+ reported at $24.99/month or $99.99/year.
Free tier: Nutrition, weight and exercise tracking with ads. Barcode scanning, meal scan, voice logging and custom macro targets are not in the free tier.
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 MyFitnessPal'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. MyFitnessPal's free tier includes: nutrition, weight and exercise tracking with ads. Barcode scanning, meal scan, voice logging and custom macro targets are not in the free tier.
How much does MyFitnessPal cost?
Premium $19.99/month or $79.99/year with a 7-day trial; Premium+ reported at $24.99/month or $99.99/year (checked October 2026; prices are US and change).
What does FitStack do that MyFitnessPal 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. MyFitnessPal is primarily a nutrition tracking app.
Should I switch from MyFitnessPal to FitStack?
Stay with MyFitnessPal if you only want to count calories and are happy with the free, ad-supported tier. FitStack suits you better if you want barcode and photo logging in the same app as your training plan.
Sources (checked October 18, 2026)
- MyFitnessPal Premium (official)
- Nutrola, "How much does MyFitnessPal cost now" (Premium+ pricing) (third-party)
MyFitnessPal is a trademark of its owner. FitStack is not affiliated with or endorsed by MyFitnessPal. Spotted something out of date? Tell us and we will correct it.
Thinking of switching from MyFitnessPal?
Join the FitStack early-access list and we will email your invite when it is ready. Tracking is free.