Ellim vs MyFitnessPal.
An honest, side-by-side comparison. We tell you where MyFitnessPal wins, too. Updated October 2026.
MyFitnessPal is the undisputed king of food databases, but that's about all it does well. Its workout tracking is a footnote. At $20/mo (more than Ellim), you're paying a premium for a food diary that can't help you train. Ellim offers a more balanced fitness solution at a lower price.
Feature Comparison
| Feature | Ellim | MyFitnessPal |
|---|---|---|
| Price (Free tier) | Free core (full tracking, library, routines) | Free with ads (limited features) |
| Premium Price | $17.99/mo or $99.99/yr | $20/moSource: MFP Premium↗ |
| AI Workouts | LLM-based conversational AI (premium) | |
| Nutrition Tracking | Yes | Yes |
| AI Meal Detection | Photo-based (premium) | Meal Scan photo logging (Premium)Source: MyFitnessPal↗ |
| Water Tracking | Free (one-tap cups + daily goal; weekly trends premium) | Free (fixed-size increments)Source: MyFitnessPal Help↗ |
| Sleep Tracking | Free (from Apple Health; 14-night trends premium) | Free (shows Apple Health / Health Connect sleep; Sleep Factors is Premium)Source: MyFitnessPal Help — Sleep Partner FAQ↗ |
| Exercise Library Size | 3,500+ exercises | MinimalSource: MFP App Store↗ |
| Workout Tracking | Yes | Basic onlySource: MFP App Store↗ |
| Custom Routines | Yes | |
| Apple Watch | No | LimitedSource: MFP App Store↗ |
| HealthKit | Yes | Yes |
| iOS | Yes | Yes |
| Android | No | Yes |
Try it yourself — Ellim is free
Workout tracking + nutrition logging + 3,500+ exercises + unlimited routines. All free. No paywall, no credit card.
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What you get with Ellim that MyFitnessPaldoesn't
exercises
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routines & tracking
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Where MyFitnessPal Falls Short
- Minimal workout tracking — no exercise library, no custom routines, no workout intelligenceSource: MFP Features↗
- No AI workout generation — MFP does food but ignores your workoutsSource: MFP App Store↗
- Expensive premium ($20/mo) for what is primarily a food diarySource: MFP Premium↗
Where Ellim Wins
Real Workout Tracking
MFP does food but ignores your workouts. Ellim offers a 3,500+ exercise library, custom routines, AI workout generation, and detailed workout history. MFP's workout logging is an afterthought.
AI-Powered Training
MyFitnessPal has zero AI workout features. Ellim's conversational AI generates personalized workouts from a text description — no browsing needed.
One App, Not Two
MFP users who also lift typically need a second app for workout tracking. Ellim combines both nutrition and workout tracking in one app, with AI powering both sides.
Where MyFitnessPal Wins
We believe in honest comparisons. Here is what MyFitnessPal does well.
- The largest food database in the world — virtually every packaged food is there
- Massive brand recognition built over 15+ years in the nutrition space
- Own AI photo logging (Meal Scan, since 2023, Premium); acquired Cal AI in early 2026, which continues as a standalone app
In-Depth: Ellim vs MyFitnessPal
Workout Generation & AI Capabilities
Nutrition Tracking Comparison
Exercise Library & Variety
Free Tier & Value for Money
Pricing Comparison
- Free forever: full workout tracking
- 3,500+ exercise library with graphs
- Unlimited routines (no cap)
- Free nutrition tracking — search + barcode scanner
- Curated workout routines ready to use
- Premium: AI meal detection from photos + AI workout generation
Free calorie tracking with ads
Which App Is Right for You?
Choose MyFitnessPal if...
Choose MyFitnessPal if you only care about food tracking and want access to the world's largest food database. MFP is the gold standard for calorie counting, with an enormous library of foods and restaurant meals. If you don't work out or already use a separate workout app, MFP is a proven food diary.
Choose Ellim if...
Choose Ellim if you want one app that handles both workouts and nutrition seriously. MFP's workout features are minimal at best. If you lift, run, or do any structured training alongside your nutrition goals, Ellim gives you real workout tracking with AI alongside your meal logging — no need for two apps.
The Verdict
MyFitnessPal is the undisputed king of food databases, but that's about all it does well. Its workout tracking is a footnote. At $20/mo (more than Ellim), you're paying a premium for a food diary that can't help you train. Ellim offers a more balanced fitness solution at a lower price.
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Switching Is Easy
You don't need to start from scratch. Bring your routines with you.
Import by Photo
Take a screenshot of your current routine. Ellim's AI reads it and creates the routine for you.
Import by Text
Paste your routine as text — exercises, sets, reps. Ellim converts it into a trackable routine instantly.
Or Start Fresh
Browse our curated routines or let AI build a personalized plan. Your workout history starts building from day one.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is MyFitnessPal better than Ellim for food tracking?
MFP has a larger food database built over 15+ years. Ellim offers food search, barcode scanning, and AI meal detection from photos. For most users, Ellim's food tracking is more than sufficient — and it comes with full workout tracking built in.
Does MyFitnessPal have AI workouts?
No. MFP has no AI workout features and minimal workout tracking overall. Its own Meal Scan handles photo meal detection (Premium), and the 2026 Cal AI acquisition runs as a separate app — the workout side remains neglected either way.
Is Ellim cheaper than MyFitnessPal Premium?
Yes. Ellim premium is $17.99/mo vs MFP premium at $20/mo. And Ellim's free tier includes full workout tracking and nutrition logging, while MFP's free tier has ads and limited features.
Can I track workouts in MyFitnessPal?
MFP has basic workout logging (mostly cardio calories burned), but it has no exercise library, no custom routines, no workout plans, and no AI. It's fundamentally a food app.
Did MyFitnessPal acquire Cal AI?
Yes — the deal closed in late 2025 and was announced in March 2026, but Cal AI continues as a standalone app rather than merging into MFP. MFP's own photo logging (Meal Scan) has existed since 2023 as a Premium feature. Neither addresses MFP's fundamental weakness: it still can't help you train.
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