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Cronometer vs Savant

Cronometer logo

Cronometer

Software

Track nutrition, not just calories

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Savant logo

Savant

Software

Premium customizable automation and control system

From
On request
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; Savant pricing is not published; requires consultation with dealer
  • They diverge on capability: Cronometer covers 80+ nutrient tracking, Savant covers Customizable.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Cronometer and Savant actually diverge.

Attributes where Cronometer and Savant differ
AttributeCronometerSavant
Starting priceFreeOn request
Pricing modelUnknownquote
Free tierYesNo
PlatformsIos, Android, WebWeb, Mobile
Founded20112005

Identical on both: 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 Savant

  • Customizable
  • Multi-Room Control
  • Beautiful Interface
  • Premium Build
  • 1500+ devices
  • Voice Control
  • Mobile app
  • Touchscreens

What people use each for

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

Cronometer

  • Workout trackingnot Savant
  • Nutrition managementnot Savant
  • Health monitoringnot Savant
  • Fitness coachingnot Savant
  • Wellness improvementnot Savant

Savant

  • Smart home automationnot Cronometer
  • Climate controlnot Cronometer
  • Lighting and audio-visual managementnot Cronometer
  • Energy management and monitoringnot 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

Savant

  • Pricing is not published; requires consultation with dealer
  • Requires professional installation and dealer network

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

Savant

On request

No published plan breakdown. See the Savant review.

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 Savant if

  • You need customizable.
  • You work on Web, Mobile.
  • You also want multi-room control.
Savant review

Questions people ask

Is Cronometer or Savant better?
Neither clearly leads. Cronometer starts at Free and Savant at On request, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Cronometer or Savant?
Cronometer has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at Free for Cronometer and On request for Savant.
Does Cronometer or Savant run on more platforms?
Cronometer runs on Ios, Android, Web. Savant runs on Web, Mobile.
Can I use Cronometer for free?
Yes. Cronometer has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. Savant starts at On request.
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 Savant is typically brought in for.
What can Cronometer do that Savant cannot?
Cronometer covers 80+ nutrient tracking, Verified food database, Custom recipes, Biometric tracking. Savant covers Customizable, Multi-Room Control, Beautiful Interface, Premium Build.

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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