Cal AI offers a free trial but not a permanent free tier — photo logging is paywalled after the trial. For a permanent free tier with no ads, CalorieScan AI (iOS) is an option.

How much is Cal AI per year?

Around $30/year on promotional pricing, though this changes frequently. Check the current App Store or Play Store listing for the exact figure.

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How much does Cal AI cost?

Cal AI is not free beyond a short trial — it runs about $9.99/month or roughly $30/year on promotion, after which photo logging is paywalled.

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Cal AI pricing

Cal AI typically charges around $9.99/month or a discounted annual plan (~$30/year on promo). There's a trial, but ongoing photo logging requires a subscription. Promo pricing changes often, so check the App Store listing for the current number.

"Is Cal AI free?"

There's a free trial, not a genuinely useful free tier — you'll hit a paywall quickly. If a permanent free tier matters to you, that's a real difference between apps.

How the prices compare

Cal AI — trial only, then ~$9.99/mo or ~$30/yr on promo.
CalorieScan AI — permanent free tier (5 photos/day, no ads), Premium $9.99/mo.
SnapCalorie — free tier plus a paid plan.
MyFitnessPal — free with ads, Premium ~$19.99/mo.
Cronometer — genuinely useful free tier, Gold ~$9.99/mo.

CalorieScan AI deliberately avoids promo-cycle pricing — we don't want anyone to feel they overpaid by $40 once the discount expires. The price is the price, and the free tier is permanent.

Frequently asked

Is Cal AI free?
Cal AI offers a free trial but not a permanent free tier — photo logging is paywalled after the trial. For a permanent free tier with no ads, CalorieScan AI (iOS) is an option.
How much is Cal AI per year?
Around $30/year on promotional pricing, though this changes frequently. Check the current App Store or Play Store listing for the exact figure.