Select your preferred currency for price calculations. This setting will be remembered and used in the calculator.
For phone users:
For most products in stores
Use for products sold individually (e.g., yogurts, rolls)
The calculator shows you how much 100 kcal costs from a given product. The lower the value, the better the price-to-energy-value ratio of the product.
Remember: Calories and price aren't everything – also consider nutritional values, vitamins, and minerals when choosing products! 🥗
Ever wondered about the real cost of your daily diet?
Whether you're tracking a standard daily calorie intake or managing different calorie targets for training and non-training days, this tool provides a clear breakdown of your costs. It's a fantastic way to visualize the financial impact of your nutrition!
Simply enter the calories per 100g (found on food labels), the price information, and optionally a product name. Choose "Per Kilogram" mode for most store products or "Per Piece" mode for individually sold items. Click "Add Product" and compare the cost per 100 kcal in the results table.
"Per Kilogram" mode is for bulk products sold by weight (rice, meat, vegetables). "Per Piece" mode is for individually packaged items where you know the weight per piece (yogurt cups, protein bars, frozen meals). The mode you choose depends on how the product is sold in the store.
Look at the nutrition facts label on any packaged food. It's usually listed as "Energy" or "Calories" per 100g. For fresh produce, you can find this information online in nutrition databases or food tracking apps like MyFitnessPal.
Absolutely! The calculator is designed to be mobile-friendly. You can add it to your phone's home screen for quick access while grocery shopping. Just tap the share button in your browser and select "Add to Home Screen."
Yes, all your product data is saved locally in your browser. When you return to the site, your previous comparisons will still be there. However, this data is only stored on your device and isn't shared with anyone.
For products sold by weight but not per kilogram, divide the price by the weight and multiply by 1000. For example: 500g for $3 = $3 ÷ 0.5kg = $6/kg. The calculator handles this automatically in "Per Piece" mode when you enter the piece weight.
When costs are similar, consider other factors like nutritional quality, satiety, shelf life, and personal preferences. A small difference in calorie cost might not be worth sacrificing foods you enjoy or that provide better nutrition.
Yes! The calculator is perfect for comparing the same products across different stores, or comparing different brands. Just enter each product separately with its respective store price to see which offers the best value per calorie.
Foods high in water content (like vegetables) or low in energy density naturally cost more per calorie. This doesn't mean they're bad value – they provide essential nutrients, fiber, and satiety. Use the calculator alongside nutritional considerations, not as the only factor.
You can add up to 500 products to prevent performance issues. For most users, comparing 10-20 products is sufficient to make informed decisions. You can always delete products you no longer need to compare.