Counting calories is something even serious natural bodybuilders don’t enjoy. Endlessly weighing food or scanning barcodes simply aren’t popular activities. Yet, we continue to emphasize that food tracking, especially for more advanced gym-goers, is crucial: if you don’t know what and how much you’re eating, you can’t seriously bulk or cut. Fortunately, there are now calorie apps that make Artificial Intelligence-powered food tracking much easier.
Simply uploading a photo of a meal is enough to determine the calorie count and the macronutrient breakdown (protein, carbohydrates, and fat). Keep in mind that this is an estimate, but in many cases it’s quite accurate.
We list the best AI apps for counting calories.
LIFESUM
Lifesum is a handy, user-friendly app, ideal for creating a meal plan and tracking your food intake. Simply scan the barcode or take a photo of the products you use. Lifesum then quickly calculates the calories and macronutrients. The app recognized the vast majority of products we bought in a Dutch supermarket. You can save frequently used products to your favorites and then add them directly to your food intake.
The app is available for iOS and Android.
LOSEIT!
With LoseIt! from FitNow, you can scan food items, search for them manually, or simply take a photo. Set your target weight, and the app calculates your daily calorie intake. LoseIt! also tracks the macronutrients your calories come from and monitors your water intake. Unique features include the ability to participate in challenges or create your own and challenge your friends. You can also plan meals and get suggested calorie counts. Finally, you’ll gain valuable insights into your eating habits and identify the patterns that are holding you back from reaching your goals.
The app is available for iOS and Android.
FOODVISOR
Foodvisor is an AI-powered nutrition app that helps you achieve bodybuilding goals through photo-based meal tracking. Take a photo of your plate, and the app identifies foods and estimates quantities and nutritional values in seconds. You can also scan product barcodes.
The app is free to download for both iOS and Android and offers basic features such as manual or photo-based food logging. A paid subscription is required for personalized programs, tailored exercise classes, and extensive recipes.
CAL AI – Food Calorie Tracker
Counting calories and keeping food logs is much easier thanks to Cal AI. Take a photo, and this smart AI calorie tracker instantly analyzes your meal. This helps you achieve your goals, whether it’s muscle growth, fat loss, or both. It’s also useful for specialized diets like keto.
Cal AI is available for iOS and Android users.
CALO
Calo describes itself as the ultimate app for seamless calorie tracking, meal planning, and a healthier lifestyle. Log meals by taking a photo and let the AI-powered technology do the rest. You can also scan a barcode. Calo helps you make informed nutritional choices.
The app is available for iOS and Android.
SNAPCALORIE
SnapCalorie’s photo calorie counter, founded by former Google AI researchers, is a fairly accurate food tracker. Simply take a photo or record a short voice note to log an entire meal or day. The AI algorithm instantly provides you with calories, macros, and over 30 micronutrients.
The app is available on iOS and Android.
