Review: KetoDiet App for iPad
I love the look and functionality of this app. First of all, it’s highly customizable based on your goals for carb intake and weight loss. There are currently over 100 recipes that are beautifully photographed through every step of preparation, and the instructions are very easy to follow. An RSS feed automatically adds new recipes that Martina posts to the website. The app allows you to easily enter your own foods, recipes, and restaurant items, in addition to the KetoDiet recipes. As you add items for the day, the energy (calories), protein, fat, fiber, and electrolytes are tabulated, along with net carbs, which are highlighted in green at the right edge. If you go over your personalized net carb goal (i.e., 30 grams), the color changes from green to red, instantly alerting you. Although the app is called KetoDiet App, you don’t necessarily have to be on a ketogenic diet to use it, since you can program in whatever level of carb intake you like.
In my opinion, just about everyone on a low-carb diet would enjoy using this app because of its innovative design, ease of use, reliability, and comprehensive list of mouth-watering recipes. Those of you who read my blog regularly know that I like to be balanced and consider both the positive and negative aspect of everything, but in all honesty, I can’t find anything negative to say about this app. I think it’s fantastic and, along with the KetoDietApp for iPhone and KetoDietApp book, an excellent value. (Note: The iPhone app is a basic version which does not include the planner and tracker.)
If you haven’t already, I highly recommend checking out the KetoDiet App blog and trying out some of the recipes, such as Paleo Greek Meatballs (Soutzoukakia), Cajun Chicken Tacos, and Low Carb Strawberry and Rhubarb Panna Cotta.
Disclosure: Martina provided me with a free copy of KetoDiet App for iPad, but I have received no monetary or other compensation for this review.
My husband and I are having fun exploring the KetoDiet app. So far we’ve lost a combined 30 pounds and we don’t feel cheated or hungry. This app helps me to find new recipes we can enjoy , as I have zero imagination with this new way of life. Thanks for all the hard work and research put into this app.
Congratulations to you and your husband for losing weight without feeling hungry. That’s fantastic, Pennie! So glad you enjoy the app and are getting a lot of use out of it.
Thank you so much Pennie, I really appreciate that! Good luck and keto on! 🙂
Franziska
As a tech dinosaur I was interested in reading your review and I know many out there will find any new app for health/diet a good thing.
Guess I will still do my research and reading a slightly old fashioned way ….
However, I do enjoy low carb strawberry and rhubarb panna cotta and I certainly feel good living the LCHF lifestyle.
Many thanks and ….
All the best Jan
Always a pleasure to hear from you, Jan! I understand the appeal of sticking with the tried and true 🙂 So even if the app isn’t for you, I hope you enjoy the recipes on Martina’s website. You are an outstanding example of good health achieved via a wholesome, low-carb way of eating!
Kind regards,
Franziska
Any chance that you’ll be creating an Android version of this? It looks fabulous but I just bought a new phone w/Android operating system.
Hi Louise,
I’ll ask Martina if she’s planning to do this. I know she’ll appreciate the feedback.
Hi Louise, it’s a very popular request. We don’t currently support Android or Windows but we do have plans to bring KetoDiet to more platforms this year. It will take some time but we have big plans for this year. First, we would like to finish the universal app (bringing all the iPad features to the iPhone) and then we will focus on other platforms. I will post an update on my blog / FB page once it’s done.
I’d like the android version, as well.
Then be sure to follow Martina’s blog and Facebook page for updates 🙂
Many thanks for your honest review, Franziska!!
My pleasure, Martina!
Great review, Franziska. Have you found a way to get the Planner to calculate total carbs not net carbs? This would enhance functionality.
Thanks, Orin! I know Martina believes in counting net vs. total carbs — and I do as well — but I will relay your comment to her.
I’m interested in this app. Thanks for the review. I’m wondering if it syncs with a fitness app to measure exercise and calories burned. Is there a space to put in that information?
TIA
Thanks for your comments, Heidi. I’m not sure if it syncs with a fitness app. You can use Martina’s contact page to inquire: http://ketodietapp.com/Blog/contact.