App Profile: Protein Tracker: Protein Pal

mkolovos

Rating: 5/5

I love this app. I’ve tried a lot of apps that track your food intake, but this app has been the one that is best for using consistently and I’ve been using it for years. It’s simple yet really effective and keeps me on track with my goals. However, one additional feature, I wish this app had the ability to add a widget onto the Lock Screen. The widget on the home screen is great, but the widget on the lock screen would be very helpful and a cherry on top of this grade app. Definitely worth the money in my opinion, but even the free version is very functional and not unusable because of ads (there are no ads on this app).

MidwestRunnerguy

Rating: 2/5

I wanted a simple protein tracker app, I don’t care about full macros yet, just protein. I was hoping for an app that I could easily add my intake but having a few set ingredients I use daily. The free version has access to One “group” that I used for my morning protein shake, and that’s it. I have to subscribe to add more “groups”, and can only add three “favorites” for easy adding. The “free” version’s functionality is of little use because so much is behind an overpriced pay wall. I would pay $10 yearly just for the convenience, but when other apps offer more functionality and similar ease of use, I can’t justify paying that much for this app, which others (who I agree with) have stated should probably just be a “pay once” premium app, or cheaper at the very least. To the developer: Maybe add a “Basic” tier that allows for unlimited favorites and groups for $5 or something. That way people can use your app for the simplicity and the basics, but also get more in depth info on their intake.

DimpledCharm

Rating: 5/5

I love the simplicity of this app. I’m just now starting my fitness journey with putting on more muscle, but I don’t eat the amount of protein I need daily just relying on intuitive eating. Most apps are way too in-depth and daunting as a beginner with the Marcos and percentages right in your face as you open the app. I felt like I wasn’t doing anything right or like im failing before I begin by not hitting all 3 daily macro %’s a day off the rip, when really I just want to make sure I’m getting my protein (as someone thats already in decent shape with not much body fat to lose). The price for pro is also a good deal in my opinion!