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Yuka vs Fooducate: catalog facts
YukaFooducate

Best for: Shoppers checking food and cosmetic labels in the store

Best for: People who want to judge food quality as well as count calories

Free + paid options

Free to download with no ads; the homepage does not list prices for paid features.

Free + paid options

Free to use, with a PRO upgrade that has a 3-day free trial.

Android, iOS Android, iOS, Web
  • Scans both food and cosmetics
  • Flags additives, allergens and irritants
All 4 strengths for Yuka
  • Scans both food and cosmetics
  • Flags additives, allergens and irritants
  • Suggests healthier alternatives
  • No ads and no brand-paid placements
  • Food grades that rate ingredient quality
  • Barcode scanner for fast logging
All 3 strengths for Fooducate
  • Food grades that rate ingredient quality
  • Barcode scanner for fast logging
  • Diet presets and health-condition guidance
  • Scores reflect Yuka's own rating method
  • Coverage depends on products being in its database
  • Some features are limited to the PRO tier
  • Focused on packaged food scanning more than detailed macro planning
Downloadable app Downloadable app, Web application
Not open source Not open source
License not stated License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed Not stated if an account is needed
Not stated if it works offline Not stated if it works offline
Sources for Yuka

Catalog checked September 23, 2026

Sources for Fooducate

Catalog checked September 23, 2026

“Not stated” means we have not confirmed it. Features can vary by device and plan.