9 Keto Apps That Help Manage Low-Carb Diets

Let's face it, the keto diet isn't a piece of cake (literally). You have to keep constant tabs on what you're eating to make the high-fat, low-carb plan work.

The good news is, that there are apps that can help with that—they can track your macronutrient intake, help you set goals, and even give you keto-approved recipes you'll love.

Below, we've rounded up nine of the best keto apps and laid out their amazing features. Check it out, then start downloading.

What Is the Keto Diet?

Following the keto (or ketogenic) diet means that you consume most of your calories from foods that are high in fat rather than carbohydrates, per the Johns Hopkins Medicine Health Library.

Typically, your body uses carbohydrates to make glucose, which you use as energy throughout the day. Therefore, when you sacrifice carbohydrates, your body cannot make any glucose. Instead, it breaks down fat cells to use as energy, which helps you lose weight.

Healthy, high-fat foods are the staples of keto diets—including eggs, fish, avocadoes, nuts, and vegetable oils. Around 70% to 90% of your calories will come from foods like those if you're following the keto diet.

It can be difficult to track how many calories you are consuming from high-fat foods. Luckily, there are some apps that can help.

KetoDiet

KetoDiet is the digital sidekick you need to help you reach your weight-loss goals. You can use it to track both your macros and your weight, which makes it easy to see how any small changes in your diet affects your body. It also has hundreds of recipes and even lets you create your own custom meals.

KetoDiet has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars, based on over 2,000 reviews, has a free version, and starts at $6 for premium versions in the App Store.

Keto.app

Do you have goals you just can't seem to reach? Keto.app can help with that. You can create personalized macro goals tailored to your body type and activity level. Just specify whether you want to lose weight, maintain weight, or gain muscle mass, and the app will tell you what you need to do. It can also help you set goals for daily water consumption.

On the App Store, Keto.app has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars, based on over 58,000 reviews. It's free, but there's also a premium version starting at $3 per month.

Total Keto Diet

Once you start using the Total Keto Diet app, you'll wonder how you ever stuck to a high-fat, low-carb regimen without it. The app not only lets you track your macros, but also gives you hundreds of keto-friendly recipes and helps you create your ideal grocery list.

On the App Store, Total Keto Diet has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars, based on over 3,000 reviews. Unlike other keto apps, it's completely free with premium options starting at $1.99.

Carb Manager

This app's built-in search engine will make your life 100 times easier. You can either search the extensive database for what you're eating like grilled salmon or plain yogurt or simply scan the barcode. With Carb Manager, you'll always know exactly how many net carbs you have left for the day.

On the App Store, Carb Manager has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars, based on over 600,000 reviews. This app has free and premium versions, starting at $8.49.

FatSecret

FatSecret is the whole package. You can set goals for each macronutrient and track them to see your progress, and you can even choose to share your data with a health professional to get feedback and tips. The app can also show you a detailed overview of your daily, weekly, and monthly macro consumption.

On the App Store, FatSecret has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars, based on over 9,000 reviews. And the best part? It's free, and there are premium options starting at $6.99.

MyMacros+

MyMacros+ has a database of over five million foods, helping to easily log and track your daily meals and snacks. While it's not a keto-specific app, MyMacros+ allows you to set your goals and see a breakdown of your daily macronutrients. You can also connect with your friends and family, using the My Circle feature, to share your progress with others and cheer them on.

On the App Store, MyMacros+ has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars, based on over 25,000 reviews. The app is $2.99 to purchase and also offers additional in-app purchases.

Senza

If you're beginning a keto diet and don't know where to start, Senza may be a great option. Per Senza, the mobile app helps you kickstart your keto diet and transition your body into ketosis. On the app, you can log and track your food, and the free digital coaching feature can also recommend keto-friendly meals, snacks, and restaurants.

On the App Store, Senza has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars, based on over 9,800 reviews. The app is free to purchase and also offers additional in-app purchases.

8fit

8fit is an app that helps plan your workouts and meals. If you're looking to incorporate workouts into your diet, according to 8fit, the app features several workouts—including high-intesity interval training, boxing, and pialtes.

Additionally, you can easily manage your keto diet by using recommended meals plans and creating grocery lists. However, on the downside, 8fit is not a keto-specific app, so remember to be mindful about the meals plans that you choose.

On the App Store, 8fit has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars, based on over 82,500 reviews. The app is free to purchase and also offers a pro version, starting at $30 for three months.

PlateJoy

Although it's not a keto-specific app, you can enter your diet preferences on PlateJoy to receive a specialized meal plan. You can even sync your daily meals to your mobile calender, which can be helpful if you're especially busy throughout the day. Additionally, if you cannot make it to the grocery store, PlateJoy will help delivery your groceries through Instacart and Amazon Fresh.

On the App Store, PlateJoy has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars, based on over 1,900 reviews. The app is free to purchase, but to receive access to all of its features, the plan starts at $8 per month.