Weight Loss App reviews from Reddit
Summary
We analyzed 182 Reddit reviews across 25 subreddits and 43 posts to rank the best Weight Loss App brands recommended by redditors, including communities like r/WeightLossAdvice, r/Mounjaro, r/loseit, r/androidapps, r/LifeImprovement. Top-rated brands include MyFitnessPal (4.1/5), Lose It (4.3/5), LoseIt (4.5/5).
Stats
Reviews182
Subreddits25
Posts43
Brands66
Products14
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#1
MyFitnessPal
4.1
(33)
"MY fitness pal premium works very well, once you get used to the interface is the easiest and most accurate."
"My Fitness Pal has been great for me. I track everything I eat and it makes it easy to do so."
"Definitely my fitness pal. I was 245. I'm currently 209. Re download the app 71 days ago."
"My fitness pal is a default free one for tracking macros and exercises."
"MyFitnessPal is excellent for logging weight daily and provides a nice visual history of my stats."
"MyFitnessPal combined with Libra to track my daily weigh ins."
"I love the consensus that MyFitnessPal is the best app, it's definitely my favorite."
"My Fitness Pal is so easy to use. I love the barcode scanner feature."
"The free version is great, and does everything you just asked for."
"Myself and most of the other folks on /r/loseit swear by MyFitnessPal."
#2
Lose It
4.3
(30)
"I paid for a year premium of LoseIt! when I started my weight loss. The calorie counting, weight loss goals, and scanning bar codes to add foods has been SO helpful."
"This sub is literally called LoseIt. Use LoseIt."
"Seconding LoseIt, Strava, and Happy Scale."
"Loseit for calorie and macro tracking."
"I second LoseIt. Great app. It’s helped me track everything from weight (w/pic)food, water, exercise & customize my plan."
"I also used Lose it! and I highly recommend"
"Another vote for LoseIt! I bought the lifetime membership and it’s amazing"
"I use LoseIt. I got a lifetime premium sub years ago & it integrates with HealthConnect on Android & my smartwatch."
"I really like Lose It for tracking, macros, trends"
"Lose It!"
#3
LoseIt
4.5
(13)
"It's easy to use, has lots of food options, and you can scan barcodes to log food quickly."
"I've found Lose It! to be super helpful. My fiance and I started tracking calories back in April and both lost about 20 pounds."
"I fell in love with Lose it!, highly recommend"
"I’ve used LoseIt! and it works great!"
"Lose It tracks calories and milestones."
"Go to Lose It for some really good weight loss advice and guides."
"The Loseit! App is essential for tracking."
"I really liked it this time so I left my 160 day streak on MFP and crossed over."
"LoseIt is free, and I like the main pie chart with my macros for a quick glance whenever I need it."
"You can use LoseIt for free, you don’t need a subscription to use it. Many apps have a free version that is perfectly usable."
#4
Cronometer
4.3
(10)
"I used Cronometer and lost 25 lbs in 4 months. I like how you don’t have to pay to actually scan the foods you eat or to see your macros."
"I’ve used a lot over the years but have settled in on Chronometer as my favorite. I’m mindfully tracking micronutrients as well as everything else"
"Cronometer is the best one."
"I use Cronometer to keep track of my macros. The free version does almost everything I need it to!"
"Cronometer to track your calories."
"Cronometer"
"Cronometer + happy scale"
"For nutrition, Cronometer is my go-to. I’m also doing intermittent fasting and use Fastic for that, but I’m considering upgrading to Cronometer Gold for its fasting feature—although it’s a bit pricey."
"Consider cronometer. The free version isn't as full featured as the paid one (I have never used the paid one, but it's clear when you use it what paying would unlock). I've liked it so far."
"I use chronometer to monitor and track my nutrition"
#5
MyNetDiary
4.6
(9)
"MyNetDiary is the best I’ve used so far. It gives you a good breakdown and weight loss predictions."
"If you are looking for a calorie tracker app then definitely use MyNetDiary. It’s free to use without a bunch of subscription BS."
"My personal favorite is MyNetDiary. I like it because all the entries are verified, it gives you a solid plan and is pretty solid standalone app"
"I use mynetdiary. you can pay for an $8 subscription but its features are usable without it."
"I've been using MyNetDiary for about 7 months and I really like it. It's free."
"I really like MyNetDiary too - been using for about 10 months now. It's easy, tons of data, pleasant layout."
"Another vote for MyNetDiary, I use the free version. The most helpful thing to me the ability of barcode scanning - and you don't have to pay for it."
"I use MyNetDiary but only because I’ve had a perpetually free account for their diabetes version since its inception."
"MyNetDiary"
#6
Happy Scale
4.5
(6)
"I’ll just throw in another vote for Happy Scale!"
"Happy Scale is a great tool for visualizing weight loss progress."
"Happy Scale shows trends, progress, and predictions."
"Another vote here for Happy Scale although I believe it’s only available on iOS."
"I just use the free version of happy scale."
"Happy Scale is a great tool for tracking my weight."
#7
MacroFactor
5.0
(5)
"I second MacroFactor. It also calculates exactly what your personal TDEE is based on data instead of a generic calculator."
"I like macrofactor. it’s a subscription app (usually with a free trial) that has no ads, a great user interface, and the analytics are really useful."
"MacroFactor is well worth the $72 annual fee."
"I think MacroFactor is the best. It automatically detects your energy expenditure levels so that you don’t have to guess or log that in."
"Macrofactor is infinitely better and has a built in algorithm"
#8
HealthSeico
4.4
(5)
"If you want to shed fat and build muscle, HealthSeico is the answer."
"I’m obsessed with HealthSeico. It’s giving me that extra boost I needed."
"Thanks to HealthSeico supplements, it’s easier for me to manage my hunger."
"I lost 40 lbs after 3 months while taking HealthSeico weight loss supplement."
"Lost 44 lbs in just 3 months."
#9
Lifesum
5.0
(3)
"Lifesum"
"I love Lifesum it is very easy to navigate but helpful."
"It's very user friendly and had a great food database."
#10
Renpho
4.7
(3)
"I love how the Renpho weighing scale integrates with their app and MyFitnessPal, allowing me to track my caloric intake and see my progress graphically."
"Renpho is connected to my scale."
"The Renpho app effectively tracks weight, BMI, and measurements, making it a great tool for monitoring health."
#11
Fitbit
4.0
(3)
"I like Fitbit"
"Fitbit is a good choice for tracking steps, exercise, food, and menstrual cycle."
"The Fitbit app is pretty good."
#12
FatSecret
3.7
(3)
"I use FatSecret"
"Most features are free."
"Im currently using "fatsecret," the free version."
#13
Weight Watchers
4.5
(2)
"I did weight watchers and lost 65+lbs."
"I like Ww when combined with studio workshops."
#14
MacroMatic
4.0
(2)
"MacroMatic! Free barcode scanner and a better UI :)"
"MacroMatic! The free version includes barcode scanning too, and a superior UI"
#15
Monitor Your Weight
4.0
(2)
"For weight loss only, I like free version of Monitor Your Weight"
"The two I use are Monitor Your Weight and Shotsy."
#16
Weight Loss App
4.0
(2)
"Instead you can have an app that focuses on helping you doing lifestyle adjustment and helps you in the long run."
"Thanks guys so much. I’m downloading it now, I just bought a gym membership and am about to purge my cabinets. Wish me luck!"
#17
Noom
3.0
(2)
"It helped me lose a ton of weight and keep it off."
"I tried so many apps, including Noom and none of it was worth it."
#18
Down Dog App
5.0
(1)
"If you are a student, teacher or health care provider Down Dog apps for workouts. The subscription is free until July for those groups."
#19
Fitbit Alta HR
5.0
(1)
"If you can afford it I would recommend a FitBit, it helps remind you of your goals and has a great app to go with it."
#20
My Macros+
5.0
(1)
"My Macros+ It focuses on macros (obviously) and you get a breakdown per food item and per meal for C, F, and P."
#21
Eufy
5.0
(1)
"The Eufy scale app syncs seamlessly with Happy Scale and Apple Health, making tracking progress easy."
#22
Apple Health
5.0
(1)
"Apple Health provides a comprehensive overview of health metrics."
#23
Linkme
5.0
(1)
"Helped my wife and I, and seeing what you eat without thinking about it is nuts."
#24
Ladder
5.0
(1)
"Ladder has a variety of programs, many of them are aesthetics/strength balanced and under an hour."
#25
Diet Pulse
5.0
(1)
"I loved it using only Diet Pulse"
#26
Grow with Jo
5.0
(1)
"Check out growwithjo on YouTube. She’s very positive; fun; encouraging; and the workouts are fun; simple; and effective."
#27
Baritastic
5.0
(1)
"Baritastic was great for me"
#28
Carb Genius
5.0
(1)
"I’ve been using Carb Genius since I’m also trying to mindful of my net carb intake. I really like it."
#29
Yazio
5.0
(1)
"I like Yazio"
#30
Weight Tracker
5.0
(1)
"I am using Weight Tracker since last 1.5 years, a simple and effective tracker."
#31
Omnom Notes
5.0
(1)
"I like omnom notes for diet tracking, it's privacy friendly and has all the features i need."
#32
MediWeightloss
5.0
(1)
"The best service I’ve come across for weight loss is MediWeightloss."
#33
Lose It!
5.0
(1)
"Loose it! I love this app."
#34
Ate
4.0
(1)
"You could use apps like Ate, that let you take pictures of your food."
#35
Streaks
4.0
(1)
"I recently downloaded the app Streaks and love it."
#36
WW
4.0
(1)
"This seems like it could be a way to let him control what and how he eats."
#37
Habitica
4.0
(1)
"This is a slightly different approach but I think it works pretty well."
#38
Garmin
4.0
(1)
"I can recommend buying a fitness tracker and using the associated app that will track a host of wellness and health stats."
#39
Libra
4.0
(1)
"I use Libra as I don't have an iPhone so can't use Happy Scale."
#40
Renpho Smart Scale
4.0
(1)
"I have scale by a company called Renpho and when you step on the scales with the app open it logs your weight and puts it on a graph which you can track etc."
#41
Eufy Smart Scale P1
4.0
(1)
"Eufy smart scales come with a pretty good app. You can track water, fat both % & weight lean body mass, muscle mass both % & weight, bone weight, visceral fat and bmr."
#42
Happy Scales App
4.0
(1)
"I love happy scales and their premium versions like £10 a year or something - not that you need it."
#43
MyFitnessPal App
4.0
(1)
"I like my fitness pal. If you download the app do the free trial until it expires then go to your subscriptions in the iCloud tab."
#44
SnapPite
4.0
(1)
"I use Snappetite app for tracking calories when dining out."
#45
Strong Lifts
4.0
(1)
"For your exercise routine I would recommend the strong lifts 5x5 app."
#46
SparkPeople
4.0
(1)
"SparkPeople is better than MFP IMO"
#47
Daily Burn
4.0
(1)
"Very adaptable and has UK foods, too. Also has a barcode scanner."
#48
Zero
4.0
(1)
"Zero provides helpful notifications and educational content for fasting."
#49
Nutri Check
4.0
(1)
"Nutri Check has made counting calories easy for me."
#50
Healthi
4.0
(1)
"I switched to Healthi App after MyFitnessPal started charging for the barcode scanner."
#51
Apple
4.0
(1)
"It is pretty good and it gives updates about your 'new weight trends'."
#52
Pound A Week
4.0
(1)
"A nice side note for Pound A Week is the dev is somewhere around here on Reddit."
#53
Run 5k
4.0
(1)
"Useful if you've never run before."
#54
Fitocracy
4.0
(1)
"Makes exercise like a game. You want to go to the gym again so you can level up."
#55
Gympact
4.0
(1)
"Decide how many times you want to go to the gym each week. If you hit that target you make money."
#56
T-Minus
4.0
(1)
"Set yourself a deadline. This app counts off the time until that day."
#57
Weightbot
4.0
(1)
"A very simple way to weigh yourself each day."
#58
Feast
4.0
(1)
"If you’re on iOS you should give Feast a shot! If you’re on Android, you’ve got a few options to choose between."
#59
Eat This Much
4.0
(1)
"Eatthismuch.com is good."
#60
Fooducate
4.0
(1)
"A friend uses Fooducate and likes it a lot."
#61
Samsung Health
4.0
(1)
"I really like the Samsung Health app—it includes calorie counting and offers free workouts."
#62
Fitness Pact
4.0
(1)
"I use Fitness Pact, and it’s completely free. It’s been a game changer for keeping us motivated and having fun."
#63
Carb Manager
4.0
(1)
"I like Carb Manager."
#64
Shotsy
4.0
(1)
"Even though Shotsy isn’t specifically a weight loss tracking app it’s many functions (including tracking weigh ins) make it one of the best."
#65
FitBod
2.0
(1)
"FitBod limits workouts unless you upgrade, making it less useful for free users."
#66
Weight Track Assistant
2.0
(1)
"An app can't replace laying out a simple plan and following through."
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