Comparison · Updated April 2026
MacroFactor is the lifter's adaptive-TDEE machine. CalorieScan AI is the easier daily log for the rest of us.
MacroFactor is best-in-class for serious lifters. CalorieScan AI is best-in-class for everyone else who wants the camera to do the work.
MacroFactor was built by Stronger By Science with a serious adaptive-TDEE algorithm and per-week macro recalibration. Beloved by competitive lifters.
Pricing: MacroFactor: ~$11.99/mo or $71.99/yr. CalorieScan AI: $9.99/mo.
Platforms: MacroFactor: iOS, Android, web. CalorieScan AI: iOS only.
| Feature | MacroFactor | CalorieScan AI |
|---|---|---|
| TDEE algorithm | Industry-leading adaptive | Standard Mifflin-St Jeor + activity multiplier |
| Photo recognition | No | Yes, core workflow |
| Natural-language editing | No | Yes |
| Best for | Competitive lifters, coaches | Anyone who eats food |
| Pricing | $11.99/mo | $9.99/mo |
Where MacroFactor wins
Where CalorieScan AI wins
Use both, honestly. CalorieScan AI for the daily log (it's faster), MacroFactor for the weekly recalibration if you're cutting or bulking with precision. Apple Health bridges them.
It's on the roadmap, but it's a feature where being merely 'good' is worse than not having it at all. We'd rather ship it right.