Most people manage groceries using a mix of memory, notes, or multiple apps. Here’s how those approaches compare.
| What actually matters | Mealora | Manual / Excel | Other standalone apps |
|---|---|---|---|
| Save inventory for later use | |||
| Import products from text shopping list | Manual | Limited | |
| Expiration tracking | Manual | Limited | |
| Shared household use/Subaccounts | Sharing Documents | Often limited | |
| Tracks what was bought and used | |||
| Easy usage tracking with QR codes | |||
| Auto-suggests what to buy next | Rules only | ||
| Meal ideas from what you already have | |||
| Suggest groceries based on people numbers and recipes | |||
| Stays accurate without constant effort |
Manual means you *can* do it — if you remember to keep it updated. Standalone apps usually solve one problem well, but don’t connect the rest.