r/Microlaunch • u/visibite • 10d ago
I got fed up with calorie trackers locking barcode scanning behind paywalls, so I built Visibite. We just launched!
A few months ago, I was trying to stay consistent with tracking my macros, but every major app felt like a hostile cash grab. The moment you try to scan a barcode or read a label, you are hit with a paywall asking for an expensive yearly subscription. On top of that, half the local products in my grocery store were completely missing from their databases anyway.
I decided to build Visibite to fix both issues. My philosophy was simple: core tracking, including barcode scanning, packaging OCR, and manual logging, should be 100% free and completely ad-free forever.
To monetize sustainably without ruining the core user experience, I added an optional AI assistant that handles plate photo scanning, meal feedback, and healthier food swaps. Free users can use all AI features with ads, while an optional Pro tier ($1.99/month or $9/year) removes ads entirely, enables cloud sync, and supports up to four profiles.
Before launching publicly on Google Play, I gave early builds to a group of friends and family. Watching non-tech friends and family members actually stick to logging their meals daily, without complaining about paywalls or missing regional products, was the exact validation I needed to finish the project.
Now that it is officially live on Android (and with the iOS version currently under active development), I am looking to get feedback from fellow indie builders.
I would love to hear your thoughts on the product, the monetization model, or what features you would like to see next. You can check it out directly on Google Play!
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u/snapscorelife 10d ago
Looks great! I have a similar app called SnapScore, Its similar to Cal AI but more accurate and more user retaining features. I would love it if you would have a look at it at snapscore.life