Calorie counting can still be helpful
Tracking calories can help you understand patterns, notice intake drift, and learn what is in the meals you eat most often. For some people, that level of detail is useful.
The problem is the effort
For many people, calorie counting stops being useful when it turns every meal into a task. The more effort it takes, the harder it becomes to stay consistent.
Portion guidance can reduce that friction
If the main problem is deciding how much to eat, a clear portion target may be more useful than logging every ingredient. That is especially true when you want something sustainable.
Simple answer
You may not need full calorie tracking if what you really need is a better decision before the meal starts.