# WeightBuddy: Calorie Tracker > AI calorie counter for women. Take a photo, track proteins & macros. Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.joyride.weightbuddy](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.joyride.weightbuddy) ## Overview - **ID:** `com.joyride.weightbuddy` - **Platform:** Android - **Type:** Android app - **Status:** Available - **Publisher:** Joyride GmbH - **Category:** HEALTH\_AND\_FITNESS - **Downloads:** 413,790 - **Rating:** 4.91 / 5 (10,005 ratings) - **Version:** 202606.2.6 - **Last updated:** 2026-08-27 - **First published:** 2025-11-07 - **Publisher country:** DE - **Size:** 143 MB - **Data as of:** 2026-09-04 - **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.joyride.weightbuddy) - **Website:** [https://www.weightbuddy.com/](https://www.weightbuddy.com/) - **Privacy policy:** [https://www.weightbuddy.com/privacy](https://www.weightbuddy.com/privacy) ## Description WeightBuddy combines AI-powered calorie tracking with a photo-based food log and personalized diet guidance from Buddy. Snap meals, see instant calories, macros, and nutrition insights, and stay on track with flexible plans that fit real life. Built for busy users, WeightBuddy also offers intermittent fasting tools, clear progress charts, and supportive coaching to help you lose weight confidently and sustainably. ## Rankings - #110,162 — Overall ## Permissions and access ### Permissions - `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID` - `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION` - `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE` - `android.permission.CAMERA` - `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE` - `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_MEDIA_PLAYBACK` - `android.permission.INTERNET` - `android.permission.MODIFY_AUDIO_SETTINGS` - `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS` - `android.permission.POST_PROMOTED_NOTIFICATIONS` - `android.permission.READ_APP_BADGE` - `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED` - `android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO` - `android.permission.SCHEDULE_EXACT_ALARM` - `android.permission.SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW` - `android.permission.USE_BIOMETRIC` - `android.permission.USE_FINGERPRINT` - `android.permission.VIBRATE` - `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK` - `android.permission.health.READ_ACTIVE_CALORIES_BURNED` - `android.permission.health.READ_EXERCISE` - `android.permission.health.READ_STEPS` - `android.permission.health.READ_TOTAL_CALORIES_BURNED` - `android.permission.health.READ_WEIGHT` - `android.permission.health.WRITE_ACTIVE_CALORIES_BURNED` - `android.permission.health.WRITE_EXERCISE` - `android.permission.health.WRITE_STEPS` - `android.permission.health.WRITE_TOTAL_CALORIES_BURNED` - `android.permission.health.WRITE_WEIGHT` - `com.anddoes.launcher.permission.UPDATE_COUNT` - `com.android.vending.BILLING` - `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE` - `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE` - `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE` - `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID` - `com.htc.launcher.permission.READ_SETTINGS` - `com.htc.launcher.permission.UPDATE_SHORTCUT` - `com.huawei.android.launcher.permission.CHANGE_BADGE` - `com.huawei.android.launcher.permission.READ_SETTINGS` - `com.huawei.android.launcher.permission.WRITE_SETTINGS` - `com.joyride.weightbuddy.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION` - `com.majeur.launcher.permission.UPDATE_BADGE` - `com.oppo.launcher.permission.READ_SETTINGS` - `com.oppo.launcher.permission.WRITE_SETTINGS` - `com.sec.android.provider.badge.permission.READ` - `com.sec.android.provider.badge.permission.WRITE` - `com.sonyericsson.home.permission.BROADCAST_BADGE` - `com.sonymobile.home.permission.PROVIDER_INSERT_BADGE` - `me.everything.badger.permission.BADGE_COUNT_READ` - `me.everything.badger.permission.BADGE_COUNT_WRITE` ## Review summary The app is praised for being easy to use and effective for tracking calories and weight, with accurate food scanning and motivational guidance. However, it is plagued by a heavy paywall and intrusive ads, with basic features often blocked or disrupted unless users buy a subscription. Several users also report glitches when saving meals and occasional calorie inaccuracies, leading to a mixed overall sentiment about its free vs. paid experience. ### Pros - Very easy to use with an intuitive interface. - Strong calorie and weight tracking with quick meal logging (including favorites). - Accurate food scanning when logging meals. - Offers encouragement and quick answers to questions, aiding motivation. ### Cons - Heavy reliance on premium; many features become unavailable after a short free period. - Intrusive ads and upgrade prompts disrupt logging. - Free version is not truly free; some users feel misled about costs. - Occasional glitches that prevent saving meals or logging activities unless upgrading. - Some reports of inaccurate calorie data for items. ## Similar extensions and apps - [Healthy Buddy: AI Health Coach](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.OndaDev.HealthyBuddyProd) — 6,465 users, 4.88 / 5 - [CalBuddy – AI Calorie Tracker](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.zainni.freecalai) — 548 users - [Calorie tracker: food tracker](https://chrome-stats.com/d/ai.foodtracker.caloriecounter) — 211 users - [AI Calorie Counter & Tracker](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.leshui.calorietracker) — 272 users - [AI Calorie Tracker](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.shapeupmefoodtracker.shapeupmefoodtracker) — 11,324 users, 4.05 / 5 - [MyCalorie AI - Calorie Counter](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.mycalorypro.MyCaloryAI) — 63,526 users - [AI Calorie Counter & Tracker](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.ai.calorietracker) — 9,422 users - [Fit AI: Calorie Tracker](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.quark.fit.ai.calorie.tracker.counter) — 5,475 users - [Calories Tracker AI](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.bravarb.calories) — 89 users - [WiseMeal: AI Calorie Tracker](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.quvideo.wisemeal) — 1,107,958 users, 4.57 / 5 - [Calories Club: AI Food Tracker](https://chrome-stats.com/d/app.recordo.calories) — 5,387 users - [Meal Wiser: AI Calorie Counter](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.mealwiser.app) — 16 users --- Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.joyride.weightbuddy)