Daily Calorie Tracker review
A free, open-source calorie log for Apple users who want a focused tracker.
Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
Daily Calorie Tracker is a focused calorie-logging app for people who want to record intake without a broader weight-loss program. Available for iOS and macOS, it lets users define food categories and servings, then add calorie amounts with Quick Log. Its standalone watchOS app can be used without the companion iOS app. The narrow scope makes it a better fit for casual calorie counters who prefer to manage their own categories than for people seeking guidance or a complete nutrition plan.
Logging is built around user-defined categories, serving presets, and adjustable serving sizes. History is stored locally and can be reviewed in the app; the vendor says it syncs across devices through a private iCloud account when a network connection is available. The iPhone and iPad app also supports archiving and reviewing long-term history. The project is open source under the Mozilla Public License 2.0. This combination suits Apple users who value a simple record and local history, while relying on Apple's ecosystem for device syncing.
The app is free, and the linked iPhone/iPad App Store listing labels it free; there are no paid tiers described here. Its limitations are central to the buying decision: it tracks calories, not detailed nutrition, and it does not offer weight tracking, meal planning, or coaching. Choose it if calorie logging alone is the goal and an Apple-device workflow fits. Look elsewhere if progress tracking, meal organization, nutrition breakdowns, or coaching are part of the plan. Support channels include email and community.
Daily Calorie Tracker pros and cons
- Where it wins
- Create custom calorie categories, servings, and serving presets.
- Keep log history locally and sync across devices through private iCloud.
- Use a standalone watchOS app without the companion iOS app.
- Where it doesn't
- Tracks calories rather than broader nutrition details.
- Does not include weight tracking, meal planning, or coaching.
- Its Apple-focused platform scope may not suit users on other platforms.
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