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Cronometer vs Sweat

Cronometer logo

Cronometer

Fitness

Track nutrition, not just calories

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Sweat logo

Sweat

Fitness

Fitness app for women

From
$19.99/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; Sweat pricing details are not published on the website; only promotional discount mentioned
  • They diverge on capability: Cronometer covers 80+ nutrient tracking, Sweat covers Trainer-led programs.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Cronometer and Sweat actually diverge.

Attributes where Cronometer and Sweat differ
AttributeCronometerSweat
Starting priceFree$19.99/month
Pricing modelUnknownsubscription
Free tierYesNo
Founded20112015

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

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
  • Google Fit

Only in Sweat

  • Trainer-led programs
  • BBG, PWR, BUILD
  • Meal planning
  • Progress tracking
  • Community challenges
  • Apple Watch
  • Spotify

Both cover

  • Apple Health
  • Ios support
  • Android support
  • Web support

What people use each for

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

Cronometer

  • Workout tracking
  • Nutrition management
  • Health monitoring
  • Fitness coaching
  • Wellness improvement

Sweat

  • Workout tracking
  • Nutrition management
  • Health monitoring
  • Fitness coaching
  • Wellness improvement

Both are used for workout tracking, nutrition management, health monitoring, fitness coaching, wellness improvement, on those jobs the choice comes down to price and fit rather than capability.

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

Sweat

  • Pricing details are not published on the website; only promotional discount mentioned

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

Sweat

$19.99/month
  • Monthly$19.99/month
    • All programs
    • Meal plans
    • Progress photos
  • Annual$119.94/year
    • All programs
    • Meal plans
    • Progress photos

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 Sweat if

  • You need trainer-led programs.
  • You work on Ios, Android, Web.
  • You also want bbg, pwr, build.
Sweat review

Questions people ask

Is Cronometer or Sweat better?
Neither clearly leads. Cronometer starts at Free and Sweat at $19.99/month, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Cronometer or Sweat?
Cronometer has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at Free for Cronometer and $19.99/month for Sweat.
Does Cronometer or Sweat 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. Sweat starts at $19.99/month.
What is Cronometer best used for?
Cronometer is most often used for workout tracking, nutrition management, health monitoring, fitness coaching.
What can Cronometer do that Sweat cannot?
Cronometer covers 80+ nutrient tracking, Verified food database, Custom recipes, Biometric tracking. Sweat covers Trainer-led programs, BBG, PWR, BUILD, Meal planning, Progress tracking. Both handle Apple Health, 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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Sweat: How much does Sweat cost?

Sweat does not publish specific pricing on its website. The site promotes a temporary offer of 25% off, but the base pricing and plan structure are not disclosed on the homepage.

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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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Sweat: Does Sweat offer a free trial?

The website mentions a free trial option in the FAQ section, but specific terms and trial duration are not detailed. Further information requires visiting the sign-up page or subscription management section.

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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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