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TDEE Steps vs TrustTheCalcs

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TDEE Steps compared with TrustTheCalcs
DetailTDEE Steps logo TDEE StepsTrustTheCalcs logo TrustTheCalcs
What it doesFree Mifflin-St Jeor calculator that shows every step of the equation Construction calculators that show their math
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Pricing modelFree Free
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Key features
  • Shows full equation working with step-by-step substitution
  • Multiple activity levels from sedentary (×1.2) to extra active (×1.9)
  • Katch-McArdle calculator using body fat percentage
  • Step-based TDEE estimation
  • Adaptive TDEE calculator from weight changes
  • Embeddable calculator iframe
  • Metric and imperial unit switching
  • Comparison with other equations like Harris-Benedict
  • Every constant cited to ASTM, CMHA, or datasheet
  • Two calculation methods shown separately
  • Free and private, no account required
What makes it different
  • Shows all working so users can verify the math themselves
  • Uses the most accurate equation for healthy adults
  • Multiple calculation methods beyond basic equation
  • Transparent about accuracy limitations and sources
  • Completely free with no tracking or cookies
  • Every constant traced to named source and shown next to result
  • Shows both methods when they disagree instead of averaging them
  • Solves massive discrepancy in published block fill volumes
  • Calculations run in browser with no data storage
  • Built on version-controlled, auditable reference data modules
Community votes00
DR (Domain Rating by Ahrefs)16 +1 (up) since last check8 no change since last check
Trust Flow (Majestic)15
Citation Flow (Majestic)1622
Referring domains (Majestic)37

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