MyNetDiary Pricing 2026: Free vs Premium vs Lifetime Plans โ
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Is MyNetDiary worth paying for in 2026, or does the free plan cover everything you need? ๐ค
TL;DR - MyNetDiary Pricing Guide 2026
Free plan: Calorie counting, barcode scanning, exercise tracking, no ads, no account required
Premium: $8.99/month or $59.99/year - 108-nutrient tracking, AutoPilot, 600+ recipes, recipe import
Premium Plus: All Premium features + AI Coach, AI meal suggestions, voice logging, restaurant menu scan
Lifetime Premium: $179.99 one-time payment - breaks even after 3 years vs annual
Skip the PRO app: Legacy product that charges nearly double for the same Premium features
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Your MyNetDiary pricing roadmap at a glance.
Everything you need to pick the right plan, fast.
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โณ Plan breakdown: Free, Premium, Premium Plus, Lifetime
โณ Feature-by-feature comparison with competitors
โณ Step-by-step guide to choosing your plan
๐ The hidden pricing trap most users miss (revealed near the end)
As a NutriScan nutritionist, I often get asked which calorie tracking app gives the best value. MyNetDiary is a strong contender with over 30 million users, a 4.8/5 rating from 137,000 App Store reviews, and a #1 ranking in Forbes Health's Best Weight Loss Apps of 2025.
But MyNetDiary now has four different ways to pay - Free, Premium, Premium Plus, and Lifetime - plus a legacy PRO app that still exists. The pricing is not always clear, and some plans cost more depending on where you start.
This guide covers every plan, every price, and every feature difference so you can decide which one fits your goals and budget.
What MyNetDiary Costs in 2026: The Quick Summary ๐ฐ โ
Here is what MyNetDiary charges across all its plans:
| Plan | Monthly | Annual | Per Month (Annual) | One-Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Free | $0 | $0 | $0 | - |
| Premium | $8.99 | $59.99 | ~$5.00 | - |
| Premium Plus | Bundled in Premium | Bundled in Premium | Included | - |
| Lifetime Premium | - | - | - | $179.99 |
| PRO app (legacy) | - | - | - | $3.99 (app) |
The most common path is the free app with an optional $59.99/year Premium subscription. That works out to about $5/month, or roughly 17 cents per day.
Premium Plus launched in December 2025 and adds AI-powered features on top of all Premium features. The PRO app is a separate iOS download that costs $3.99 once but has a different Premium pricing structure inside it.
Figure 1: MyNetDiary pricing at a glance - from free to lifetime, every plan and what it costs
That feeling when you find the right plan at the right price
What You Get for Free (and Why It Is Generous) ๐ โ
MyNetDiary's free plan is one of the most generous in the calorie tracking space. Unlike MyFitnessPal (which puts barcode scanning behind a paywall for new users) or YAZIO (which moved barcode scanning to PRO), MyNetDiary keeps its barcode scanner free for everyone.
Here is what the free plan includes:
- Food diary with search, barcode scanning, and manual entry
- Exercise tracker with activity logging
- Water intake tracking with daily goals
- Customizable weight loss dashboard showing progress
- Daily coaching tips and meal reminders
- Shopping lists for meal planning
- No ads - the free version runs without advertising
- No account required - start tracking without creating a login
Free Plan Sweet Spot
The free version covers calorie counting, macro tracking (calories, protein, carbs, fat), and weight logging. The food database includes over 2 million verified items. For basic calorie counting and meal logging, the free plan is enough.
The limits appear when you want to track more than basic macros, use recipe import, access diet plans, or get automatic calorie adjustments.
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โณ Step-by-step guide to choosing your plan
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What Premium Adds (and Why People Upgrade) ๐ โ
Premium is the main paid tier at $8.99/month or $59.99/year. Here are the key upgrades:
Diet Plans and Recipes โ
- 600+ dietitian-designed recipes across high-protein, Mediterranean, low-carb, keto, vegetarian, and more
- GLP-1 diet plans with optimized protein targets for users on Ozempic, Wegovy, or Mounjaro
- Searchable recipe library filtered by ingredient, category, or dietary preference
Advanced Tracking โ
- 108 nutrient tracking - vitamins, minerals, omega fatty acids, and amino acids (free tracks basic macros only)
- Advanced macro planning with grams or percentage-based targets and cycling options
- Custom nutrient targets and dashboard customization for over 100 nutrients
Smart Features โ
- AutoPilot mode - automatically adjusts your daily calorie budget based on actual weight changes and progress toward your goal date
- Step Bonus - calculates calories burned from steps, adjusts downward to avoid double-counting
- Recipe Import Tool - paste a URL from any recipe website and the app calculates full nutrition
- Intermittent fasting tracker with multiple protocols
Device Sync and Reports โ
- Apple Health, Fitbit, Garmin, and Withings integration
- Apple Watch optimized design for quick logging
- In-depth analysis tools showing top food sources for any nutrient
AutoPilot Is the Key Differentiator
AutoPilot removes the guesswork from calorie adjustments. The app increases or decreases your budget based on how fast or slow you are losing weight. You do not need to manually recalculate every week. This single feature is what most upgraders cite as worth the price.
NutriScan's nutrition details page tracks vitamins, minerals, and macros in a single view - Home > Nutrition Details
For a deeper look at how MyNetDiary stacks up against NutriScan's approach to nutrition tracking, check our detailed comparison guide.
What Premium Plus Adds: The New AI Tier ๐ค โ
In December 2025, MyNetDiary launched Premium Plus, an AI-powered layer on top of all Premium features.
Premium Plus adds four AI tools:
- AI Coach - a personal nutrition coach that knows your diet history, provides daily guidance, and tracks your progress
- AI Suggest Meals - recommends meals to complete your day and hit your calorie and macro targets
- AI Restaurant Menu Scan - scan any restaurant menu for personalized food recommendations
- AI Voice Food Logging - log meals by speaking instead of typing or searching
Premium Plus includes everything in Premium plus the full AI toolkit. The exact standalone price is not separately listed - it appears as part of the in-app purchase options ranging from $8.99 to $59.99 depending on the subscription period.
NutriScan takes a different approach to AI-powered tracking. Our meal scan feature uses photo recognition to instantly identify foods and log nutrition - no subscription tiers or add-ons needed.
Lifetime Premium: Pay Once, Use Forever โพ๏ธ โ
In December 2025, MyNetDiary introduced Lifetime Premium at $179.99 - a one-time payment that unlocks all Premium features permanently.
When Lifetime makes sense:
- You plan to use MyNetDiary for more than 3 years (3 x $59.99 = $179.97)
- You want to avoid annual renewal friction
- You are a long-term tracker who does not switch apps often
Lifetime Premium includes all Premium features and all future Premium improvements, according to the App Store update notes.
Onboarding Discount Tip
During initial setup, the app sometimes offers a discounted annual price of $59.99 (down from $89.99). This promotional pricing appears at the end of the onboarding flow and may not be available later. If you see it and plan to subscribe, take it.
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Checkpoint: midway progress update.
You're halfway - decisions get easier from here.
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๐ Step-by-step guide to choosing (current)
โณ The hidden pricing trap (next)
Where PRO Fits (The Legacy App) ๐ฑ โ
MyNetDiary has a separate iOS app called "Calorie Counter PRO MyNetDiary" that costs $3.99 as a one-time download. This is a legacy product with a confusing pricing structure.
Here is where it gets tricky:
| Detail | Free App | PRO App |
|---|---|---|
| Download price | $0 | $3.99 |
| Premium annual | $59.99 | $114.99 |
| Premium difference | - | +$55/year |
| Features included | All current | Same features |
Avoid the PRO App in 2026
The PRO app charges $114.99/year for Premium - nearly double the $59.99 annual price in the free app. All PRO features are now available through Premium in the free app. There is no reason to buy the PRO app today.
If you already own the PRO app, your purchased features still work. But for new Premium subscriptions, always use the free app.
How MyNetDiary Premium Compares to Other Apps ๐ โ
Here is how MyNetDiary Premium stacks up against popular competitors in 2026:
| App | Annual Price | Monthly Price | Free Barcode Scan | Nutrients Tracked | AI Photo Logging |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MyNetDiary Premium | $59.99 | $8.99 | Yes | 108 | Yes (Plus) |
| MyFitnessPal Premium | $79.99 | $9.99 | Paid (new users) | ~20 | Yes |
| Cronometer Gold | $49.99 | $10.99 | Yes | 84 | Yes |
| Lose It Premium | $39.99 | N/A | Moving to paid | ~15 | Yes |
| MacroFactor | $71.99 | $11.99 | Yes | ~20 | Yes |
| YAZIO PRO | $47.90 | N/A | Paid | ~15 | Yes |
| NutriScan | Lower | Lower | Yes | Varies | Yes |
MyNetDiary's 108-nutrient tracking is the highest count in this group. Cronometer comes close at 84. Most other apps track only macros and a handful of micronutrients.
At $59.99/year, MyNetDiary sits in the middle - cheaper than MyFitnessPal ($79.99) and MacroFactor ($71.99), but more expensive than Lose It ($39.99) and YAZIO ($47.90).
If you are curious about other app pricing breakdowns, see our guides on Cal AI pricing in 2026, Fastic pricing and trials, and how to cancel a Lose It free trial.
NutriScan's meal scan feature lets you snap a photo and get instant nutrition data - no manual search needed
Step-by-Step: How to Choose the Right MyNetDiary Plan ๐ โ
Follow these steps to pick the plan that fits your needs:
Step 1: Start with the free version. Download MyNetDiary from the App Store or Google Play. Use it for at least one week to learn the interface and see if the food database covers what you eat.
Step 2: Identify what you need beyond free. If you only need calorie counting and basic macro tracking, stay free. If you want recipe import, 108-nutrient tracking, AutoPilot, or diet plans, you need Premium.
Step 3: Decide on monthly or annual. Monthly ($8.99) costs $107.88/year. Annual ($59.99) saves you $47.89. If you plan to use the app for more than 7 months, annual is cheaper.
Step 4: Consider Lifetime if you are a long-term user. At $179.99, Lifetime breaks even after 3 years compared to annual. If you have tracked food for years and plan to continue, this removes the renewal cost.
Step 5: Check for onboarding discounts. During your first setup, watch for a discounted annual rate. Some users report seeing $59.99 instead of $89.99 during onboarding.
Step 6: Skip the PRO app. Do not buy the separate PRO app ($3.99). Premium in the free app gives you everything PRO offers at a lower subscription price.
Step 7: Evaluate Premium Plus for AI features. If you want AI coaching, meal suggestions, restaurant menu scanning, or voice logging, check Premium Plus. These features are new as of December 2025.
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Checkpoint: final stretch before the reveal.
One last nudge - the pricing trap is next.
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The Hidden Pricing Trap Most Users Miss ๐ชค โ
You have been patient. Here is the trap that costs MyNetDiary users an extra $55 every single year - and it is surprisingly easy to fall into.
The trap: subscribing to Premium through the PRO app instead of the free app.
Both apps look nearly identical once you open them. Both offer the same Premium features. But the PRO app charges $114.99/year for Premium, while the free app charges $59.99/year.
Here is how people fall into it:
- They search "MyNetDiary" in the App Store
- They see two apps - "MyNetDiary" (free) and "Calorie Counter PRO" ($3.99)
- They assume PRO must be better because it costs money upfront
- They download PRO, like it, then subscribe to Premium inside PRO
- They pay $114.99/year instead of $59.99/year - and never realize it
How to check if you are overpaying: Go to your phone's Settings โก๏ธ Subscriptions โก๏ธ find MyNetDiary. If you see $114.99/year, cancel and resubscribe through the free app to save $55 annually.
Save $55/Year Right Now
If you are currently subscribed through the PRO app, you can switch to the free app version. Cancel your PRO subscription, download the free MyNetDiary app, and subscribe to Premium there at $59.99/year. Your data syncs across both apps.
Want to track your nutrition without worrying about subscription tiers? Our macro calculator helps you set the right targets before you even pick an app.
When you realize you have been overpaying for the same features
What Recent Users Say About MyNetDiary ๐ฌ โ
MyNetDiary has strong user ratings across platforms. The App Store shows 137,000 ratings with a 4.8/5 average. Forbes Health rated it 4.0/5, calling it "chock-full of features" with design "particularly optimized" for Apple Watch.
Common praise:
- Speed of logging - multiple reviewers call it "the fastest tracker" they have used
- No ads in the free version - a frequent highlight from users switching from ad-heavy apps
- Database accuracy - 2 million verified entries, not just user-submitted data
- Customer support - several reviewers mention getting email replies within minutes
- Apple Watch integration - optimized for quick logging on the wrist
Common complaints:
- Barcode scanner issues on iPad - works on iPhone but some users report problems on iPad
- Food database gaps - some specialty or regional foods may be missing
- Premium pricing confusion - PRO app and main app have different subscription prices
- Sync limitations - syncs with Apple Health and Google Fit but not directly with other food tracking apps
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Choosing the right calorie tracking plan depends on how deep you want to go with nutrition data
Which MyNetDiary Plan Should You Choose? ๐ฏ โ
Here is a quick guide based on your situation:
- You count calories and nothing else - stay on the free plan. It covers food diary, barcode scanning, weight tracking, and basic macros with no ads.
- You want deep nutrition tracking - get Premium annual ($59.99/yr). The 108-nutrient tracking, AutoPilot, recipe import, and diet plans are worth the upgrade if you care about micronutrients.
- You track long-term and hate subscriptions - get Lifetime Premium ($179.99). Pays for itself after 3 years.
- You want AI to do the work - try Premium Plus. AI coaching, meal suggestions, and voice logging reduce manual effort.
- You already own the PRO app - keep using it if your purchased features are enough. But subscribe through the free app instead (saves $55/year).
Track your nutrition journey with NutriScan to compare how different apps handle your specific food needs and goals.
Frequently Asked Questions โ โ
Q: Is MyNetDiary completely free? โ
A: Yes, the basic version is free with no ads and no account required. You get calorie counting, barcode scanning, exercise tracking, water logging, and a customizable dashboard. Premium features like 108-nutrient tracking, recipe import, and AutoPilot require a paid subscription.
Q: What is the difference between MyNetDiary Premium and Premium Plus? โ
A: Premium includes 600+ recipes, 108-nutrient tracking, AutoPilot, intermittent fasting tracker, recipe import, and device sync. Premium Plus adds four AI features on top: AI Coach, AI Suggest Meals, AI Restaurant Menu Scan, and AI Voice Food Logging.
Q: Is there a MyNetDiary free trial? โ
A: MyNetDiary does not currently offer a standard free trial for Premium. Some users report seeing promotional pricing during the onboarding flow. The free version itself is fully functional for basic tracking, so you can test the app before upgrading.
Q: Should I buy the MyNetDiary PRO app? โ
A: No. The PRO app charges $114.99/year for Premium - nearly double the $59.99 annual price in the free app. All PRO features are available through Premium in the free app.
Q: How does MyNetDiary compare to MyFitnessPal? โ
A: MyNetDiary Premium ($59.99/yr) is $20 cheaper than MyFitnessPal Premium ($79.99/yr). MyNetDiary tracks 108 nutrients compared to about 20 in MyFitnessPal and keeps barcode scanning free. MyFitnessPal has a larger food database (14 million vs 2 million items) and 50+ third-party app integrations.
Q: Does MyNetDiary work with Apple Watch? โ
A: Yes. MyNetDiary is optimized for Apple Watch with quick-add logging and step tracking. It also syncs with Apple Health, Fitbit, Garmin, and Withings for automatic exercise data.
Q: What is MyNetDiary Lifetime Premium? โ
A: Lifetime Premium costs $179.99 as a one-time payment. It unlocks all Premium features permanently with no recurring subscription. Introduced in December 2025, it includes access to all future Premium improvements.
Q: Can I switch from the PRO app to the free app? โ
A: Yes. Cancel your PRO app subscription, download the free MyNetDiary app, and subscribe to Premium there. Your data syncs between both apps, and you will save $55/year on the Premium subscription.
