Alternatives
The best MyFitnessPal alternatives
MyFitnessPal is a calorie counter with a free, ad-supported tier and Premium plans. 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 MyFitnessPal.
Why people look for a MyFitnessPal alternative
- Barcode scanning moved behind the Premium paywall, so scanning packaged food now needs a subscription.
- Custom macro targets and meal scan also require Premium.
- The free tier shows ads.
MyFitnessPal vs FitStack at a glance
| 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.
MyFitnessPal 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. 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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3. MacroFactor
A paid nutrition coach built around adaptive expenditure, with a separate workouts app.
Price: $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.
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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 MyFitnessPal alternatives?
Barcode scanning moved behind the Premium paywall, so scanning packaged food now needs a subscription. Custom macro targets and meal scan also require Premium. The free tier shows ads.
Is there a free MyFitnessPal alternative?
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 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).
Sources (checked October 18, 2026)
- MyFitnessPal Premium (official)
- Nutrola, "How much does MyFitnessPal cost now" (Premium+ pricing) (third-party)
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