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Cronometer vs Mariana Tek

Cronometer logo

Cronometer

Software

Track nutrition, not just calories

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Mariana Tek logo

Mariana Tek

Software

Boutique fitness software

From
$200/month
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only Cronometer has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: Cronometer free tier limited to 7-day report windows; Mariana Tek none of the three packages (Core, Core plus Growth, Full Growth Bundle) shows a price; each tier displays only a Book a demo button
  • They diverge on capability: Cronometer covers 80+ nutrient tracking, Mariana Tek covers Custom branded apps.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Cronometer and Mariana Tek actually diverge.

Attributes where Cronometer and Mariana Tek differ
AttributeCronometerMariana Tek
Starting priceFree$200/month
Pricing modelUnknownsubscription
Free tierYesNo
Founded20112016

Identical on both: platforms (Ios, Android, Web), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Unknown).

What each one covers

Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.

Only in Cronometer

  • 80+ nutrient tracking
  • Verified food database
  • Custom recipes
  • Biometric tracking
  • Detailed reports
  • Fitbit
  • Garmin
  • Apple Health

Only in Mariana Tek

  • Custom branded apps
  • Spot booking
  • Waitlist management
  • Analytics dashboard
  • Franchise management
  • Stripe
  • ClassPass
  • Apple Pay

Both cover

  • Ios support
  • Android support
  • Web support

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

Cronometer

  • Workout trackingnot Mariana Tek
  • Nutrition managementnot Mariana Tek
  • Health monitoringnot Mariana Tek
  • Fitness coachingnot Mariana Tek
  • Wellness improvementnot Mariana Tek

Mariana Tek

  • Class booking and membership management for boutique fitness studiosnot Cronometer
  • Spot booking and check in for cycling and strength studiosnot Cronometer
  • Multi location studio operations and reportingnot Cronometer

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

Cronometer

  • Free tier limited to 7-day report windows
  • Photo and voice logging unavailable in free tier
  • Ad-free experience requires Gold subscription
  • Advanced features like macro scheduler and recipe importer locked to paid tier

Mariana Tek

  • None of the three packages (Core, Core plus Growth, Full Growth Bundle) shows a price; each tier displays only a Book a demo button
  • The Core package is scoped to single locations just getting started
  • Add on features are bought by upgrading the membership, so the entry package price is not the final cost
  • Card payments run through Stripe at its standard flat rate for all purchases regardless of card type

Pricing, plan by plan

Cronometer

Free
  • FreeFree
    • Full micronutrient tracking (82+ nutrients)
    • Unlimited food logging
    • Barcode scanning
  • Gold$4.99/month
    • All Free features
    • Ad-free experience
    • Photo and voice logging

Mariana Tek

$200/month
  • Studio$200/month
    • Booking
    • Payments
    • Branded app
  • Enterprise$500/month
    • Multi-location
    • Franchise tools
    • API

Which should you pick?

Choose Cronometer if

  • You need 80+ nutrient tracking.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Ios, Android, Web.
  • You also want verified food database.
Cronometer review

Choose Mariana Tek if

  • You need custom branded apps.
  • You work on Ios, Android, Web.
  • You also want spot booking.
Mariana Tek review

Questions people ask

Is Cronometer or Mariana Tek better?
Neither clearly leads. Cronometer starts at Free and Mariana Tek at $200/month, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Cronometer or Mariana Tek?
Cronometer has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at Free for Cronometer and $200/month for Mariana Tek.
Does Cronometer or Mariana Tek run on more platforms?
Both run on Ios, Android, Web, so platform support will not decide this one for you.
Can I use Cronometer for free?
Yes. Cronometer has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. Mariana Tek starts at $200/month.
What is Cronometer best used for?
Cronometer is most often used for workout tracking, nutrition management, health monitoring, fitness coaching. Of those, workout tracking and nutrition management are not what Mariana Tek is typically brought in for.
What can Cronometer do that Mariana Tek cannot?
Cronometer covers 80+ nutrient tracking, Verified food database, Custom recipes, Biometric tracking. Mariana Tek covers Custom branded apps, Spot booking, Waitlist management, Analytics dashboard. Both handle Ios support, Android support, Web support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Cronometer: Is Cronometer truly free and what are its limitations?

Cronometer Free is completely free forever with full micronutrient tracking across 82+ nutrients, unlimited food logging, barcode scanning, custom recipes, and basic reports. The 7-day report window is the main limitation.

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Cronometer: What features are included in Cronometer Gold?

Gold ($4.99/month billed annually at $59.99 or $10.99/month) adds photo logging, voice logging with Siri, Crono Coach AI assistant, custom charts, macro scheduler, fasting timer, recipe importer, and unlimited historical data access.

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Cronometer: Can I log meals with photos in Cronometer?

Photo logging is a premium feature available only in Cronometer Gold, allowing users to snap and automatically log meals through their camera.

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Cronometer: Does Cronometer track beyond just macronutrients?

Yes, Cronometer tracks up to 84+ nutrients including vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and amino acids. All tiers include this comprehensive micronutrient tracking.

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Cronometer: Can I see historical data in the free tier?

Free tier reports are limited to the past 7 days. Gold subscription ($4.99/month annually) provides unlimited historical data access for trend analysis.

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Cronometer: Does Cronometer have professional or pro versions?

Yes, Cronometer Pro is available for healthcare providers, researchers, and educators with specialized features for professional nutrition analysis.

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