Comparison
Using Cronometer?
There's a simpler way.
Cronometer's ring charts are beautiful but cost $49.99+/year. DailyLabel shows your food in the familiar FDA Nutrition Facts format. Free to use, with Pro unlocking 150+ nutrients for $4.99 once. No account required.
Save $45+ in year one. Save every year after. No subscription.
| Feature | DailyLabel | Cronometer |
|---|---|---|
| Nutrients tracked | 11 free / 150+ Pro | ~100+ |
| Price | Free / $4.99 Pro | $49.99+/year (Gold) |
| Barcode scanning | Pro ($4.99 once) | ✓ Free |
| Food database source | USDA + Open Food Facts | USDA + proprietary |
| Account required | No | Yes |
| Ads in free tier | None | Yes |
| Label design | FDA Nutrition Facts format | Ring charts + bars |
| Customize nutrients shown | ✓ Pro (150+ nutrients) | ✓ Visibility toggles |
| Edit nutrient values | ✓ | ✗ |
| Privacy | On-device + iCloud | Account-based cloud |
| iCloud sync | ✓ Free | ✗ |
| Cross-platform (web, Android) | ✗ iOS only | ✓ |
| Recipe builder | ✗ | ✓ Gold |
| Established since | 2026 | 2011 |
Sound familiar?
Questions people ask
Does DailyLabel track as many micronutrients as Cronometer?
Yes. DailyLabel Pro tracks 150+ nutrients sourced from USDA FoodData Central and Open Food Facts, including vitamins, minerals, amino acids, and fatty acids. Cronometer tracks roughly the same depth. The difference is presentation: DailyLabel uses the FDA Nutrition Facts label format, while Cronometer uses ring charts and bar graphs. Both give you the data. It's just which visual format works for you.
Is DailyLabel available on Android?
No, DailyLabel is iOS only (iPhone and iPad). Cronometer is the better choice if you need Android or web access. But if you're all-in on Apple devices, DailyLabel is designed specifically for iOS. No compromises, no cross-platform bloat.
Can I import my Cronometer data?
Not currently. Cronometer doesn't offer an easy export, and the data formats differ. Re-entry is required, but DailyLabel has zero account setup, so most people are logging normally within minutes. Food history rebuilds quickly once you establish your routine.
Does DailyLabel have a web version?
No. DailyLabel is native iOS only. Cronometer offers web and Android, so if cross-platform access is essential, Cronometer is the better fit. But for iPhone/iPad users, the native app experience is faster, more reliable, and fully offline-capable.
Where does the nutrition data come from?
Two sources: USDA FoodData Central (government-verified, the same database dietitians use) for whole and raw foods, and Open Food Facts (millions of barcoded products worldwide) for packaged items. Every food shows a source badge so you know where the data came from. Cronometer also uses USDA data plus proprietary entries from its longer track record.
Is my data private?
DailyLabel is local-first. Your data stays on your device and optionally syncs via your personal iCloud account. No account required, no third-party analytics, no data selling. Cronometer requires account creation and stores data on their servers, which is fine for many users, but not ideal if privacy is your top concern.
See also: DailyLabel vs MyFitnessPal · DailyLabel vs Lose It!