Alternatives
The best MacroFactor alternatives
MacroFactor is a paid nutrition coach built around adaptive expenditure, with a separate workouts app. Here is why people switch, and the apps worth a look instead.
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 MacroFactor.
Why people look for a MacroFactor alternative
- There is no ongoing free tier.
- Workouts live in a separate app with its own subscription or a bundle.
MacroFactor vs FitStack at a glance
| Feature | MacroFactor | FitStack |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $11.99/mo, $47.99/6 mo, $71.99/yr; bundle with Workouts $89.99/yr [1] | Free; Pro $9.99/month for coaching and selling |
| Free tier | Free trial [1] [2] | Free; Pro $9.99/month for coaching and selling |
| Adaptive expenditure (TDEE) | Yes, the core feature [2] | No |
| Logging methods | Barcode, AI photo and label scan [2] | Barcode and AI photo scan |
| Workouts | Separate MacroFactor Workouts app (bundle available) [1] | In the same app |
| 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 MacroFactor lacks it.
Choose MacroFactor if…
- Adaptive expenditure is the feature you care about most.
- You are happy to run nutrition and workouts as two apps or pay for the bundle.
Choose FitStack if…
- You want food, lifting, running and readiness in a single app.
- You want access to creator-made workout and meal plans through a marketplace.
Pricing and free tier
MacroFactor
$11.99/month, $47.99 per 6 months or $71.99/year; Nutrition + Workouts bundle $89.99/year.
Free tier: No ongoing free tier: a free trial only.
FitStack
Free plan for tracking. Pro is $9.99/month, needed only for live sessions, coaching and selling. See plans.
MacroFactor alternatives for nutrition tracking
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1. FitStack
One app for nutrition logging, strength training, GPS run tracking and daily readiness, with a creator marketplace for plans.
Price: Free plan for tracking. Pro is $9.99/month, needed only for live sessions, coaching and selling.
Free tier: Free plan for tracking; Pro only for coaching and selling.
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2. MyFitnessPal
A calorie counter with a free, ad-supported tier and Premium plans.
Price: 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.
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3. Cronometer
A nutrient-focused tracker with a generous free tier and a Gold subscription.
Price: 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.
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4. Lose It!
A weight-loss calorie counter with free barcode and basic photo logging.
Price: Premium about $39.99/year (third-party reported; promotions vary).
Free tier: Barcode scanning and basic Snap It photo logging (third-party reported).
FitStack vs Lose It!
Listed in no particular order after FitStack, which we make. Each app's own page is linked in the sources of its comparison.
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
Why do people look for MacroFactor alternatives?
There is no ongoing free tier. Workouts live in a separate app with its own subscription or a bundle.
Is there a free MacroFactor alternative?
MyFitnessPal has a 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. Cronometer has a free tier: 84+ nutrients, a free barcode scanner, custom targets, device sync and a 7-day report window. Lose It! has a free tier: barcode scanning and basic Snap It photo logging (third-party reported). FitStack is free for tracking, with Pro ($9.99/month) only for coaching and selling.
How much does MacroFactor cost?
$11.99/month, $47.99 per 6 months or $71.99/year; Nutrition + Workouts bundle $89.99/year (checked October 2026).
Sources (checked October 18, 2026)
- MacroFactor Help: subscriptions and bundles (official)
- macrofactor.com (official)
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