Health & Fitness
Nutrition
Yuka
I'm standing in a Spanish supermarket and I have no idea what's actually in the product I'm holding.
Yuka lets you scan any food or cosmetic product barcode and instantly shows a health rating, an ingredient breakdown, and a healthier alternative if the score is poor.
Why it rocks
- ✓6 million active users in Spain, more than any country outside France. The Spanish market specifically uses this app.
- ✓Works across food, pharmacy cosmetics, and beauty products. One scan replaces significant label-reading for someone who doesn't know the Spanish product landscape.
- ✓Ratings are fully independent. No brand can pay to improve their score.
Heads up
- ✗The methodology has critics in the cosmetics industry. Ingredient ratings don't always account for concentration, which affects real-world impact.
- ✗Ratings occasionally change when the algorithm updates. Use as a guide, not a verdict.
Cost: Free. Premium from approximately €2/month for offline mode and full features.