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Trash Panda - Food Scanner

by Sly Trunk

iPhone · iPad · Android

Active Last checked 7 Aug 2026

Quick verdict

What it is
Store information collected; independent summary not yet available.
At a glance
  • From $4.99/mo
  • Free to download
  • In-app purchases

Categories and search queries

Official categories

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Key functions

Function Availability Access Scope Evidence
Family Sharing Yes Unknown App Store Store published
Free app Yes Free Store published
In-app purchases Yes Limited free Store published

Screens

18 store screenshots

Trash Panda - Food Scanner ipad screenshot 1
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8 store screenshots

Trash Panda - Food Scanner android screenshot 1
Trash Panda - Food Scanner android screenshot 2
Trash Panda - Food Scanner android screenshot 3
Trash Panda - Food Scanner android screenshot 4

Pricing & paywalls

  • Monthly Trash Panda Membership — $4.99/month
  • Monthly Trash Panda Membership — $39.99/year ($3.33/mo)
  • Monthly Trash Panda Membership — $49.99/year ($4.16/mo)
  • Trash Panda Monthly Membership — $5.99/month
  • Trash Panda Monthly Membership — $6.99/month
  • Trash Panda Monthly Membership — $7.99/month
  • Trash Panda Monthly Membership — $3.99
  • Trash Panda Monthly Membership — $29.99
  • Free to download
  • In-app purchases: $2.99 - $49.99 per item

Ratings & reviews

4.8 3305 ratings · App Store

  1. 5/5Great App!

    Trash Panda is a game-changer for anyone conscious about what they eat. The built-in scan feature makes checking ingredient lists effortless—just point your phone camera at a product’s barcode, & within seconds, it provides a breakdown of ingredients & potential additives. The interface is clean &!easy to navigate, with helpful filters for dietary preferences like gluten-free, vegan, or low-sodium options. One of the standout features is the detailed explanations of each ingredient, including potential health effects. However, the database occasionally lacks information on lesser-known brands, & scan accuracy can vary. Overall, it’s a must-have for anyone looking to make informed food choices with minimal effort.

    MMlMads · 5 Aug 2026

  2. 4/5Still figuring out app

    Ok so this prompt literally just appeared on my screen to rate this app. I have only been using this app for one hour. I guess I like it so far, but I don’t feel comfortable giving it a five star rating with only one hour usage since I don’t fully know the features. I will say that I haven’t understood why it rates agave nectar as potentially harmful (Is it because of where it lies highly on the glycemic index scale like sugar, or that it’s “too processed”, or both, if in excess, potentially leading to something like hypoglycemia or diabetes?). So it would be nice to know if there are links to the empirical research/reasoning behind the ingredient ratings. Anyway, a fairly good app for this first-time user who wants to make healthier choices and be aware of alternatives for better nutrition.

    K4pnt · 5 Aug 2026

  3. 2/5Basic scam services

    While the app does give you quality information, they require you to purchase a subscription monthly or yearly which in turn requires you to create an account. They pitch it as being beneficial to you, but also requires you to agree to their terms that allow them to share your information to undisclosed third parties! This is not safe for the user and only protects the developer and the company/companies operating the app and software while also giving them full freedom to use your information in anyway they see fit. They are scamming you into giving them your financial account information, locking you into payment agreements and charging you to give them permission to use, sale and give away your information. Read and understand what you pay for on theses apps. The company needs to do better for the users!

    Jetlag08 · 5 Aug 2026

  4. 5/5Fantastic App

    I’ve been using this app on and off as a free user and a paid user for a few years now. This app has a lot of great information that that’s updated constantly. I don’t understand why people are complaining that they have to pay for an app. You can’t go to Starbucks and get a free coffee or you can’t go to the gas station and get free gas. I don’t have a problem paying developers of this app if I use it.

    InkyMyCat · 5 Aug 2026

  5. 2/5This App will not help you eat healthier

    This app has two basic call outs for “bad” ingredients (1) problematic and (2) questionable. This two tier system is a little too simple for an app and has one major flaw - it identifies added sugar as questionable and not problematic. The ingredient, added sugar, that is the main driver behind the majority of chronic disease in America is “questionable” and not “problematic”? This app leans into the obfuscation of nutrition where preservatives are more demonized than the huge amounts of sugar being added to our diets - the causality is clear. This system allows companies to sell sugar loaded products that are given a “health washing,” because they are “natural” For example, their bbq article recommends Noble Made by the New Primal’s BBQ Sauce, which uses Pineapple Juice as a main ingredient. Pineapple Juice is mainly fructose and should be avoided in any healthy diet, as fructose is not metabolized by the body and goes right to the liver, causing fatty liver disease (among many other problems). Nutrition science is becoming clear. This app is not.

    Self-Starter 25 · 5 Aug 2026

4.0 341 ratings · Google Play

No store reviews collected for Google Play · US

Privacy & accessibility

Privacy

  • Data Linked to You — App Functionality — Identifiers — Device ID Developer declared
  • Data Linked to You — Identifiers Developer declared
  • Data Not Linked to You — Analytics — Usage Data — Product Interaction Developer declared
  • Data Not Linked to You — Usage Data Developer declared

Accessibility

No accessibility labels collected yet.

Privacy

  • Data collected — Analytics — App activity — App interactions Developer declared
  • Data collected — App functionality — App activity — Other user-generated content Developer declared
  • Data collected — App functionality — App info and performance — Crash logs Developer declared
  • Data collected — App functionality — App info and performance — Diagnostics Developer declared
  • Data collected — App functionality — App info and performance — Other app performance data Developer declared
  • Data collected — App functionality — Photos and videos — Photos Developer declared
  • Data collected — App functionality, Analytics — App activity — In-app search history Developer declared
  • Data collected — App functionality, Analytics, Personalization, Account management — Device or other IDs Developer declared
  • Data collected — App functionality, Analytics, Personalization, Account management — Personal info — Email address Developer declared
  • Data collected — App functionality, Personalization, Account management — Personal info — User IDs Developer declared
  • Data shared — App functionality — Device or other IDs Developer declared
  • Security practices — Your data is transferred over a secure connection — Data is encrypted in transit Developer declared
  • Security practices — The developer provides a way for you to request that your data be deleted — You can request that data be deleted Developer declared

Accessibility

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Versions

  • 10.7

    We've added an exciting new update to our referral program! Refer a friend and you and your friend get 30 days of the Trash Panda Membership for free!

  • 10.8

    Thanks for using Trash Panda! This update brings bug fixes and performance improvements so you can decode ingredients faster than ever. Keep eating well! Questions or feedback? Let us know at [email protected].

  • 11.0

    Scanning your groceries is now faster and easier than ever! With this update you can scan and review products without ever leaving the scanner - giving you quick insights on flagged ingredients to compare as you shop. Swipe up on the product preview to get the full product summary that you know and love.

  • 11.1

    This little trash panda dug through the code and cleaned up a few bugs. No new tricks this update — just a smoother, faster experience for you. Questions or feedback? We'd love to hear from you at [email protected]

  • 11.2

    We took out the trash (the buggy kind). Minor fixes to keep things running smoothly. Questions or feedback? We'd love to hear from you at [email protected].

  • 11.3

    We took out the trash (the buggy kind). Minor fixes to keep things running smoothly. Questions or feedback? We'd love to hear from you at [email protected].

  • 11.4

    We update Trash Panda frequently to ensure the best experience. Questions or feedback? We'd love to hear from you at [email protected]

  • 11.5

    Ongoing improvements to speed, stability, and overall experience. Thanks for the feedback — keep it coming at [email protected]!

  • 11.6

    We've been busy behind the scenes so Scout can keep up with you in the grocery aisle. This update brings performance improvements and bug fixes. As always, thank you for helping us grow. Questions or feedback? We'd love to hear from you at [email protected].

  • 11.7

    We update Trash Panda frequently to ensure the best experience. Questions or feedback? We'd love to hear from you at [email protected].

  • 11.8

    We update the Trash Panda food scanner app frequently to ensure the best experience. Questions or feedback? We'd love to hear from you at [email protected]!

  • 11.9

    We update Trash Panda frequently to ensure the best experience. Questions or feedback? We'd love to hear from you at [email protected].

  • 12.0

    New Features Alert! Our most requested feature - product ratings are here! Every food you scan is now categorized as a Good Choice, OK Choice, or Better Options Available. We've also introduced Swaps - making it easier than ever to find a healthier product for any food you scan. Try it out and let us know what you think at [email protected]. We can't wait to hear from you!

  • 12.1

    We've made some additional improvements to our new swaps feature in this version. We'd love to hear your feedback about our recent updates! Please reach out to us at [email protected] if you have any questions or feedback. Happy scanning!

  • 12.2

    We update Trash Panda frequently to ensure the best experience. This update includes a few bug fixes and improvements. Questions or feedback? We'd love to hear from you at [email protected]!

  • 12.3

    We update Trash Panda frequently to ensure the best experience. This version solves a few bug fixes and improvements. Questions or feedback? We'd love to hear from you! Please reach out to [email protected]. Happy Scanning!

  • 12.4

    We update Trash Panda frequently to ensure the best experience. This update fixes a few minor bugs. Questions or feedback? We'd love to hear from you at [email protected]!

  • 12.5

    We update Trash Panda frequently to ensure the best experience. Questions or feedback? We'd love to hear from you at [email protected].

  • 12.6

    We update Trash Panda frequently to ensure the best experience. Questions or feedback? Please reach out at [email protected].

  • 12.7

    We update Trash Panda frequently to ensure the best experience. This update includes some improvements to shopping lists and some updating branding. Questions or feedback? We'd love to hear from you at [email protected]. Happy scanning fam!

  • 12.8

    This update to Trash Panda includes NEW highly requested dietary preferences for those who need to avoid tree nuts, plus support for Vegan and Vegetarian diets. Questions or feedback? We'd love to hear from you at [email protected].

  • 12.9

    We update Trash Panda frequently to ensure the best experience. This update includes a few bug fixes and improvements. Questions or feedback? We'd love to hear from you at [email protected]!

  • 13.0

    We update Trash Panda frequently to ensure the best experience. This update includes some bug fixes and improvements. Questions or feedback? We'd love to hear from you at [email protected]!

  • 13.1

    We update Trash Panda frequently to ensure the best experience. This update includes some bug fixes and improvements. Questions or feedback? We'd love to hear from you at [email protected]!

  • 13.2 · 1 Aug 2026

    We update Trash Panda frequently to ensure the best experience. Questions or feedback? We'd love to hear from you at [email protected]!

  • 1.1.87 · 1 Aug 2026

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Last verified
7 Aug 2026
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