CrunchyChat Ingredient Scanner
BENJAMIN CHRISTOPHER LINZEL Health & Fitness iPhoneiPadiPod touch
CrunchyChat Ingredient Scanner is a free Health & Fitness app for iPhone and iPad by BENJAMIN CHRISTOPHER LINZEL. Requires iOS 15.1.
- Price
- Free
- on the App Store
- Size
- 50 MB
- Age 4+
- Updated
- Feb 18
- 2026 · v1.3.3
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About CrunchyChat Ingredient Scanner
CrunchyChat: AI Ingredient Scanner for Smarter Shopping The only product scanner that actually remembers you. Scan any food, cosmetic, or household product and get instant health advice tailored to your allergies, dietary goals, and lifestyle. WHY CRUNCHYCHAT IS DIFFERENT Unlike generic barcode scanners, we learn what matters to you. Set your preferences once—allergies, health goals, ingredient concerns—and every scan becomes personal. No more repeating yourself or filtering through irrelevant advice. SCAN ANYTHING, ANYWHERE • Food & Grocery: Check ingredients on packaged foods, snacks, beverages, and supplements • Beauty & Cosmetics: Analyze skincare, makeup, shampoo, and personal care products • Household Products: Scan cleaning supplies, cookware, and baby products • Compare Products: Snap photos of two items side-by-side and get a clear winner based on YOUR health goals • Restaurant Menus: Scan any menu and discover which dishes fit your dietary restrictions and preferences • No Barcode Required: Our AI reads ingredient labels directly from photos—works on anything SMART FEATURES • Side-by-Side Product Comparison: Can't decide between two brands? Compare them instantly with personalized recommendations • Menu Scanner: Traveling or dining out? Scan restaurant menus to find safe, healthy options that match your diet • Personalized Health Scores: Every product rated based on YOUR specific needs • Ingredient Scanner with AI: Understands complex labels and formulations • Allergy Detection: Automatically flags allergens you've told us to avoid • Toxic Ingredient Alerts: Identifies harmful chemicals, seed oils, and controversial additives • Clean Product Alternatives: Discover healthier swaps that match your budget and values • Conversational Interface: Ask follow-up questions, compare products, get detailed explanations • Shopping History: Track your scans and see patterns in your choices over time PERFECT FOR - Parents checking baby food, formula, and kids' products for safety - People with food allergies or sensitivities who need reliable ingredient checking - Health-conscious shoppers seeking clean, non-toxic alternatives - Travelers and diners who need to navigate restaurant menus safely - Anyone following specific diets (low-sugar, organic, seed oil-free, paleo, etc.) - Beauty enthusiasts wanting clean cosmetics without harmful chemicals - Busy shoppers comparing products at the grocery store HOW IT WORKS 1. Tell us your health needs, allergies, and dietary preferences 2. Scan any product label, menu, or ingredient list with your camera 3. Get instant analysis with a personalized health score 4. Compare products, ask questions, discover better alternatives Stop guessing at the grocery store or restaurant. Get a personal health assistant that learns what matters to you and delivers instant, trustworthy product advice—no barcode database required. SUBSCRIPTION INFORMATION A 2-week free trial is included for all new users. Choose from Plus or Pro plans based on your usage needs. • CrunchyChat Plus: Standard usage limits and conversation memory • CrunchyChat Pro: 2x usage limits and extended conversation memory Family Sharing enabled—one subscription covers your entire household. Subscription automatically renews unless canceled at least 24 hours before the period ends. Manage in App Store Settings > Subscriptions. Privacy: Photos are analyzed instantly and never stored on our servers. Your identity is not shared with AI providers. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
What’s new
Version 1.3.3 · Updated February 18, 2026
Copy & paste selectable text — Long-press any message to copy ingredients, scores, or recommendations. Smarter suggestion chips — More conversation starters to help you get scanning faster. Allergy preferences stand out — Your allergies now appear last and bold in your health profile, so dealbreakers are impossible to miss. Bug fixes — Resolved a black screen that could appear on launch.
App privacy
The developer, BENJAMIN CHRISTOPHER LINZEL, reported these privacy practices to Apple.
Data Linked to You
The following data, which may be collected and linked to your identity, may be used for the following purposes:
- Purchases: Purchase History
- User Content: Customer Support, Photos or Videos, Other User Content
- Identifiers: User ID, Device ID
- Usage Data: Product Interaction
- Diagnostics: Crash Data, Performance Data
- Health & Fitness: Health, Fitness
- Location: Coarse Location
- Contact Info: Email Address
- Search History: Search History
Used for: Analytics, Product Personalization, App Functionality
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|---|---|---|---|---|
| CrunchyChat Ingredient Scanner | – | Free | February 18, 2026 | |
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| PALM Health | – | Free | Sep 4, 2026 | Compare |
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