Best free calorie counter app: how to choose
The best free calorie counter app is the one you'll actually keep using: logging should take seconds (photo, voice or barcode), show calories and macros, and not hide basic features behind a paywall. Get Lean Today gives all AI features free for the first month with no credit card, and works on the web and in Telegram.
Updated 2026-11-05 · Get Lean Today editorial team
Checklist
- Logging in under 10 seconds — photo, voice or a short phrase
- Barcode scanner for packaged food (free, not Premium)
- Calories plus protein, fat and carbs
- A daily target from your height, weight and goal
- No credit card to try
Quick comparison
| Get Lean Today | MyFitnessPal free | Lose It! free | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Photo logging | Yes | Premium | Premium |
| Voice / phrase | Yes | Partial | Partial |
| Barcode | Yes | Premium | Yes |
| Workout plan & sleep | Yes | No | No |
Tips to stick with it
- Log right after eating — a photo takes 5 seconds
- Save repeat meals as favorites
- Check your weekly average, not single days
Note
Competitor plans change often; check their sites for current free features and prices.