MyFitnessPal vs Yazio — 2026 Comparison

MyFitnessPal and Yazio are the two most-used nutritional tracking apps in the world. One relies on the largest food database on the market, the other on a modern interface and a European approach. Which one to choose?

Detailed Comparison Table

FeatureFoodCraftMyFitnessPalYazio
AI Recipe Adaptation
Photo → Instant Recipes
Smart Meal Planning
Personalized AI Nutrition Coach
Calorie Tracking
Recipe Database
Macro Tracking
Automatic Grocery List
Multi-language (14 languages)
Free Version
No Ads
Barcode Scanner
Weight Tracking

MyFitnessPal in detail

Strengths

The largest food database in the world (14 million+ foods). Massive community. Very reliable barcode scanner. Compatible with most connected devices and fitness apps. Functional free version for basic tracking.

Weaknesses

Aging interface that hasn't evolved much since 2015. Ubiquitous ads in the free version. Community database can be imprecise (duplicates, errors). No recipe adaptation or smart planning.

Yazio in detail

Strengths

Modern and pleasant interface. Good coverage of European products. Integrated recipes (in premium). Detailed visual reports. Intermittent fasting tracker.

Weaknesses

Best features are paid (planning, recipes, advanced reports). Free version is more limited than MFP's. No AI recipe adaptation. Ads in the free version.

What if neither was enough?

MyFitnessPal and Yazio share the same philosophy: you enter what you eat, the app does the math. It's pure tracking. FoodCraft turns the problem around: instead of counting afterward, AI adapts every recipe beforehand so your meals already match your goals. Less work, more concrete results.

AI Recipe Adaptation

Neither MFP nor Yazio modifies recipes for your macros. FoodCraft adapts every dish — calories, protein, and restrictions — automatically.

Spark Vision

Take a photo of a dish and get recipes tailored to your profile. Neither tracker offers this feature.

Free and Ad-Free

FoodCraft's essentials are free and ad-free. MFP and Yazio force ads in their free versions.

Verdict

Choose MyFitnessPal if you need the most comprehensive food database and a proven tracker. Choose Yazio if you prefer a sleek interface and visual reports. Choose FoodCraft if you want to go beyond tracking: adapt your recipes, plan your meals smartly, and cook according to your goals.

Go beyond counting

FoodCraft adapts every recipe to your macros. Not tracking — smart cooking.

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FAQ

Which app has the largest food database?
MyFitnessPal, with over 14 million listed foods (community-driven). Yazio has a smaller but better-verified database. FoodCraft focuses on tailored recipes rather than logging individual foods.
Is Yazio better than MFP for Europeans?
Yes, Yazio has better coverage of European products. MyFitnessPal is more US-market oriented. FoodCraft is designed for 14 languages and all cuisines.
Can I use both apps together?
Yes, but most users prefer to choose just one app. Both cover the same basic needs (calorie and macro tracking).
Which one is more affordable?
Both offer a free version with ads. Yazio Pro costs about €7/month, while MFP Premium is around $10/month. FoodCraft is free and ad-free for the essentials.

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