What is MenuScan ?
Take a picture of any restuarant menu, even if it's not in English, and get access to the calorie and macro counts for each item. You can also get suggestions on how to modify dishes to make them healthier via our 'Hidden Calories' analysis. Try it for free!
Problem
Users manually track calories when eating out by searching online databases or estimating, which is time-consuming and inaccurate. Manually tracking calories and macros for restaurant meals leads to dietary inconsistencies and health goal setbacks
Solution
Mobile app using image recognition and AI to scan any restaurant menu (including non-English), instantly displaying calorie counts, macros, and healthier modification suggestions via 'Hidden Calories' analysis
Customers
Health-conscious diners, calorie-counting dieters, fitness enthusiasts, and nutritionists advising clients on restaurant meal choices
Unique Features
Works with non-English menus via OCR+translation combo; identifies hidden calories (e.g., oils, sauces) in dish preparations; no preloaded database required
User Comments
Saves 15+ mins per meal vs manual tracking; accuracy within 10% of lab-tested meals; useful for international travel; chefs adopt modifications; free version covers basics
Traction
Launched 3 months ago; 1.2K Product Hunt upvotes; 50K app downloads; 15K active users; partnership with 120+ restaurants for menu integration; founder has 8.4K X followers
Market Size
Global calorie tracking app market valued at $1.5 billion in 2023 (Grand View Research), projected 7.8% CAGR as obesity rates drive demand
