# Cookpad Recipes — Import, Cook & Build Menus

> Home cooking recipe discovery, organization, and sharing platform. (iPhone/iPad app by Cookpad Inc..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cookpad-recipes/id340368403 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Cookpad Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/340368406)
- Category: Food & Drink, Lifestyle
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.80/5 from 4,303 App Store ratings · 274 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 17.0 · 164 MB
- Languages: Gujarati, Greek, German (Germany), Romanian, Marathi, Malay, Vietnamese, Bangla, Latin American Spanish, Arabic and 15 more
- Released: 2009-11-30
- Data updated: 2026-08-26
- Monetization: freemium
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cookpad-recipes/id340368403/reviews.md

## What is Cookpad Recipes?

Not sure what to cook tonight? Or what to make with chicken, salmon, or fridge leftovers? Search by ingredient or dish across thousands of recipes. Import your favorites in one tap and build your weekly menu and shopping list automatically, straight from the recipe.

Real recipes, shared every day by millions of people just like you, filet mignon, pancakes, meatloaf, and much more, with real photos of the dishes (cooksnaps) and comments from people who've already tried them.

Join community challenges, follow other home cooks, and get inspired every day.

Write your own recipes with the AI Recipe Assistant and keep everything saved in your personal cookbook, always at hand.

Transform the way you collect and cook recipes. Cookpad is one of the world's largest home cooking communities — trusted by millions of home cooks to write and share their own recipes, import recipes from any website or social media in one tap, and then find everything instantly by ingredient or name.

YOUR PERSONAL RECIPE COLLECTION — FROM ANYWHERE
- Import any recipe from any website or social media posts to your collection in one tap. Every recipe you love, from any source, searchable by ingredient or name in one place.
- Snap a photo of a handwritten recipe or cookbook page — AI helps convert it into a digital recipe.
- Write your own recipes with the AI Recipe Assistant — no more forgetting steps or details.
- Organize recipes into private folders by theme (chicken, desserts, gluten-free, breakfast…) and plan your weekly menus easily.
- Search by ingredient or recipe name and cook great meals with what you already have in your fridge or pantry. Save money, use your leftovers, and reduce food waste.

  DISCOVER RECIPES FOR EVERY MEAL
  - Millions of home-cooked recipes from cooks around the world: chicken, salmon, pasta, pancakes, meatloaf, lasagna, chocolate chip cookies and much more.
  - Quick & easy weeknight dinners or special occasions: BBQ ribs, apple pie, pork belly, game day snacks, meal prep and more.
  - Get inspired by cuisines from around the world: Mexican, Italian, Thai, Japanese, Chinese, Indian and more.
  - Filter by diet: vegan, vegetarian, keto, gluten-free, baby-led weaning (BLW) and more.
  - Cooking tools and methods: air fryer, slow cooker, Instant Pot, bread maker and more.

SHARE YOUR COOKING
- Share recipes with friends, family or the Cookpad community — or keep them private, just for you.
- Upload cooksnaps (photos) of dishes you've made and share your experience.
- Follow home cooks and food creators from around the world.

JOIN MILLIONS OF HOME COOKS
- Connect with passionate home cooks worldwide and get cooking inspiration every day.
- Cookpad is for everyone — beginners to experienced cooks — for daily meals or special occasions.

COOKPAD IS AD-FREE
Enjoy a seamless, interruption-free cooking experience.

COOKPAD PREMIUM
Cookpad is free to download and use. With the optional Premium subscription, you get:
- The most popular recipes at the top of search results.
- Unlimited importing and creating of recipes.
- Organize your favorite recipes into custom folders.
Cookpad Premium is available in: Arabic-speaking countries, Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, France, Greece, Hungary, India (English only), Indonesia, Italy, Malaysia, Mexico, Poland, Romania, Spain, Taiwan, Thailand, Ukraine, United Kingdom, United States, Uruguay and Vietnam.

Terms: monthly payment charged to your Apple ID · auto-renews monthly unless canceled 24h before period end · renews within 24h before period end · renewal cost matches initial cost · cancel anytime in Apple ID settings · unused free trial is forfeited upon purchasing Premium.

Terms & Conditions: https://cookpad.com/en/terms · Privacy: https://cookpad.com/en/privacy · Contact: help@cookpad.com

## Key features

- Thousands of home-cooked recipes
- Ingredient-based search
- Dietary and cooking method filters
- Personal recipe organizer with folders
- Community recipe sharing and discovery
- Ad-free cooking experience

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| プレミアムサービス 1年プラン 7日間おためしトライアル | $29.99 | per year |
| プレミアムサービス | $0.49 | per 7 days |
| プレミアムサービス | $3.99 | per month |
| プレミアムサービス | $4.99 | per month |
| プレミアムサービス 1か月おためし | $4.99 | per month |
| プレミアムサービス 3か月おためし | $4.99 | per month |
| プレミアムサービス 7日おためし | $4.99 | per month |
| プレミアムサービス 2か月おためし | $4.99 | per month |
| プレミアムサービス | $4.99 | per month |
| プレミアムサービス | $2.99 | per month |
| プレミアムサービス | $2.99 | per month |
| プレミアムサービス | $1.99 | per month |
| プレミアムサービス | $1.99 | per month |


## Chart rankings

- #67 in Top Grossing · Food & Drink (US App Store)

## What do users think of Cookpad Recipes?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 👍 Helpful for daily meal planning
- 👍 Wide variety of recipes
- 👍 Easy to use
- 👍 Useful for overseas living
- 👍 Saves time on cooking
- 👍 Comprehensive recipe database
- 👍 Convenient for finding recipes based on ingredients

**Cons**

- 🐛 Occasional bugs or glitches
- 🌐 Language barrier for non-Japanese users
- 🔒 Difficulty canceling premium subscription

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Login screen issues
- Compatibility problems with older devices
- Unexpected charges for premium subscription

**Most requested features**

- Ability to edit and save personal recipe variations
- Improved recipe search and filtering options
- Expanded international recipe selection
- Automatic recipe categorization and organization

## Recent user reviews (10 of 274)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cookpad-recipes/id340368403/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Very useful

*2026-08-21*

I like this app. I have been using this for a long time .

### 5/5 — Love love, love!

*2026-08-14*

Must have app.

### 5/5 — ソボロご飯

*2026-08-09*

Amazing!

### 5/5 — 迷った時の助けパッド！

*2026-08-07*

食材はあるけど、メニューが思いつかない時にクックパッドがいつも大活躍です❤️

### 5/5 — バイブル

*2026-07-26, version 2026.30.1*

まぢ助かってます。

### 5/5 — Wonderful help!

*2026-07-14, version 2026.29.0*

簡単に使える、助かる、　用途によって料理を楽しませてくれる

### 5/5 — 鱒の酢締め

*2026-07-13*

美味い

### 5/5 — 困ったらクックパッド

*2026-07-03*

いつもお世話になってます。お菓子のレシピは、お勧めが多く海外の友達にもお勧めしています

### 5/5 — ついつい見てしまう

*2026-07-02, version 2026.27.0*

料理を探すときは元より、ついつい美味しいものを求めて見てしまう〜😆

### 5/5 — いざとなる救世主

*2026-06-27, version 2026.26.0*

献立を考える時や作り方がわからない時によく使っています。

## Frequently asked questions about Cookpad Recipes

### What does the Cookpad app do?

Cookpad is a mobile application designed for home cooks. It provides a vast collection of easy-to-follow recipes, allowing users to discover new dishes, organize their favorites, and share their own culinary creations with a vibrant community.

### What are the key features of Cookpad?

Key features include thousands of recipes for everyday meals and global cuisines, ingredient-based search, filters for dietary preferences and cooking methods, a personal recipe organizer with themed folders, and the ability to share and discover recipes within a community.

### Is Cookpad free to use?

Cookpad is free to download and use, offering an ad-free cooking experience. There is an optional subscription service called Cookpad Premium that unlocks additional features like premium search results, unlimited recipe saving, and advanced search filters.

### Who is Cookpad for?

This app is designed for everyone, from beginners to experienced cooks. It's ideal for individuals looking for everyday meal inspiration, wanting to organize their recipes, reduce food waste by using existing ingredients, or connect with other food enthusiasts.

### Can I find recipes for specific diets on Cookpad?

Yes, Cookpad caters to various dietary needs. You can use filters to find recipes that are vegan, vegetarian, keto, gluten-free, and more, ensuring you can find suitable options for your specific preferences.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2026.35.0 — 2026-08-24

New: build your weekly menu and generate your shopping list automatically, straight from the recipe. Find ideas with what you already have at home and add only what's missing to the list. Less waste, more organization, more time for you. We also fixed some small bugs.

### 2026.34.0 — 2026-08-18

New: build your weekly menu and generate your shopping list automatically, straight from the recipe. Find ideas with what you already have at home and add only what's missing to the list. Less waste, more organization, more time for you. We also fixed some small bugs.

### 2026.33.0 — 2026-08-10

New: build your weekly menu and generate your shopping list automatically, straight from the recipe. Find ideas with what you already have at home and add only what's missing to the list. Less waste, more organization, more time for you. We also fixed some small bugs.

### 2026.32.0 — 2026-08-03

New: build your weekly menu and generate your shopping list automatically, straight from the recipe. Find ideas with what you already have at home and add only what's missing to the list. Less waste, more organization, more time for you. We also fixed some small bugs.

### 2026.31.0 — 2026-07-27

New: build your weekly menu and generate your shopping list automatically, straight from the recipe. Find ideas with what you already have at home and add only what's missing to the list. Less waste, more organization, more time for you. We also fixed some small bugs.

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