Comparison · Updated April 2026
Yazio is the European database tracker with a strong recipe library. CalorieScan AI is the photo-first iOS option.
Yazio is the right pick if you eat mostly packaged European groceries. CalorieScan AI is the right pick if you cook and eat out, and you're on iOS.
Yazio is a database-and-recipe tracker, very popular in DACH and other European markets, with a polished UX and a paywall around most features.
Pricing: Yazio: ~$3.33/mo (annual) or higher. CalorieScan AI: $9.99/mo.
Platforms: Yazio: iOS, Android, web. CalorieScan AI: iOS only.
| Feature | Yazio | CalorieScan AI |
|---|---|---|
| Photo recognition | No | Yes |
| European brand database | Strong | US-first; OpenFoodFacts coverage globally |
| Recipe library | Large | Smaller; AI handles ad-hoc recipes |
| Free tier | Limited | Useful (5 photos/day, full database) |
Where Yazio wins
Where CalorieScan AI wins
For brand-name groceries from major European chains, Yazio's database is more complete. For everything else — especially home-cooked food — CalorieScan AI's photo workflow is faster.