Cronometer review
Detailed nutrition tracking down to every micronutrient
- Cronometer Software Inc.
- Free + paid plans
- iPhone & iPad, Android, Web
Does it deserve #5?
The verdict
Cronometer is one of the most accurate food trackers you can get. It leans on curated nutrition databases and tracks vitamins, minerals and amino acids, not just calories and macros. Barcode scanning is included in the free plan. The interface is functional rather than friendly, and the free version shows ads. If you care about what is actually in your food, this is the one to get.
- Full micronutrient tracking
- Curated food databases
- Free barcode scanner
- Wearable and health app sync
Score breakdown
Overall = features 30% · design 20% · speed 20% · value 15% · privacy 15%. Why these weights?
What we like
- Tracks dozens of vitamins and minerals, not just macros
- Curated database means fewer bad entries
- Barcode scanning included in the free plan
What could be better
- Plain interface feels dated next to rivals
- Free version shows ads
Health-focused eaters who want accurate data on vitamins, minerals and macros
you want a quick, casual calorie counter with a social community
Questions about Cronometer
Is Cronometer free?
Yes. The free version includes food logging, micronutrient tracking and barcode scanning, with ads. Cronometer Gold removes ads and adds advanced analysis and planning tools.
Is Cronometer more accurate than MyFitnessPal?
Generally, yes. Cronometer relies on curated databases, while MyFitnessPal's larger database is largely user-submitted and more prone to errors.
What are the best alternatives to Cronometer?
The closest alternatives are MyFitnessPal, Fitbod and Brolic. See all of them ranked on our Cronometer alternatives page.
Where does Cronometer rank?
Cronometer ranks #5 of 9 in our Health & Fitness ranking, with an overall score of 8.7 out of 10.