MyFitnessPal acquires Cal AI

MyFitnessPal has acquired Cal AI, a nutrition tracking and body composition analysis application. The acquisition highlights the trend of consolidation within the fitness and wellness app sector as companies aim to enhance their service offerings by integrating advanced technologies. The terms of the deal were not disclosed.

Founded by Zach Yadegari and Henry Langmack, Cal AI is known for its AI-powered photo food recognition and body composition analyzer, which provides insights into a user’s body fat percentage and dietary needs. The app has achieved over 15 million downloads, generating more than $30 million in annual revenue within two years. MyFitnessPal plans to maintain Cal AI as a separate product and has retained its team of seven employees, including the co-founders.

Mike Fisher, CEO of MyFitnessPal, stressed the strategic importance of the acquisition, stating, "With Cal AI in our portfolio, we’re not just expanding our reach, we’re investing in the idea that no single product can serve every consumer." This reflects MyFitnessPal's strategy to diversify its offerings, providing tailored solutions for various user preferences in fitness and dietary management.

This acquisition is the third by MyFitnessPal in slightly over a year, following its purchases of Intent, a personalized meal planning app, and unnamed integrations earlier in 2025. The moves underscore MyFitnessPal’s efforts to consolidate its position in a competitive market where technology-driven solutions are increasingly crucial.

The broader fitness app market is witnessing a wave of mergers and acquisitions. Competitors are actively pursuing strategic deals to integrate cutting-edge technologies and widen their customer base. Recent transactions in the sector include the acquisition of AI-powered running app Runna and cycling coaching app The Breakaway in 2025, alongside significant acquisitions by other key players.

As the fitness and wellness app landscape continues to evolve, MyFitnessPal's acquisition of Cal AI positions it to leverage sophisticated AI tools, aiming for a unique user experience that could drive further growth. Industry analysts will be closely monitoring how effectively these integrations materialize into enhanced service offerings and revenue streams.