# DigitalKnife — Kitchen. In your pocket.

> Professional kitchen tools for recipes, inventory, and cost analysis. (iPhone/iPad app by Catalin Cucu.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/digitalknife/id6770197299 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Catalin Cucu](https://appshunter.io/developer/1891757435)
- Category: Food & Drink, Productivity
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 17.0 · 54 MB
- Languages: American English, French (France), German (Germany), Italian, Brazilian Portuguese, Romanian, European Spanish
- Released: 2026-08-20
- Data updated: 2026-10-04
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/digitalknife/id6770197299/reviews.md

## What is DigitalKnife?

Built in a real kitchen, not in an office. DigitalKnife puts 29+ professional tools in your pocket — calculate, organize, know.

RECIPES
- Recipe Book — import from files, photos, or scans; AI-structured in seconds
- Recipe Search AI — type any dish, get a professional recipe instantly
- Live Scaling — dial servings up or down, every quantity recalculates
- Trust tags — see at a glance what's AI, scanned, or verified
- Allergen detection — 18 allergens, 8 regional regulations (EU, UK, US, Canada, AU/NZ, Japan)

RUN THE KITCHEN
- Walk-In — log every batch as you prep, roll up your whole cold room by ingredient
- Daily Order — build a produce order in seconds, export a clean PDF for your supplier
- MEP List, Notes, Reminders — your mise en place, organized

KNOW YOUR NUMBERS
- Food Cost — cost every plate: per serving, target %, suggested menu price
- Yield Engine — 245 ingredients with real yields; net cost per kilo instantly
- Calorie Calculator — build meals from 350+ ingredients

REFERENCE, ALWAYS IN YOUR POCKET
- Molecular Lab — 31 hydrocolloids with dosages and dispersion
- Sous Vide Station, Temperature Guide, Patisserie Reference, Classical Archive, and more

WORKS WITH THE WEB
Your recipes, walk-in, and cost sheets sync live with the DigitalKnife web workspace at digitalknife.io — big screen in the office, phone at the pass.

TRY EVERYTHING FREE
Every new account gets 14 days of full access — no card required. Then choose: Free forever, Chef, or Kitchen Chef.

From chefs — for chefs.

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## Key features

- AI Recipe Import & Search
- Live Recipe Scaling
- Inventory & Batch Logging
- Produce Order Generation
- Food Cost & Yield Calculation
- Molecular Gastronomy Reference

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Kitchen Chef (Annual) | $249.99 | per year |
| Kitchen Chef (Monthly) | $24.99 | per month |
| Chef (Annual) | $89.99 | per year |
| Chef (Monthly) | $8.99 | per month |


## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/digitalknife/id6770197299/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Hobby cook

*2026-09-24*

I’m a hobby cook. Very useful informations and tools even if I’m not a chef.

## Frequently asked questions about DigitalKnife

### What is DigitalKnife?

DigitalKnife is a comprehensive kitchen management application offering over 29 professional tools. It helps users manage recipes, track inventory, calculate food costs, and access culinary references, all from their mobile devices.

### How does DigitalKnife help with recipes?

DigitalKnife allows you to import recipes from files, photos, or scans, with AI structuring them in seconds. Its Recipe Search AI can generate professional recipes instantly for any dish, and Live Scaling recalculates quantities when you adjust servings.

### Can DigitalKnife help manage my kitchen inventory?

Yes, DigitalKnife features a 'Walk-In' function to log every batch of ingredients, allowing you to track your entire cold room inventory by ingredient. It also helps build produce orders and export them as clean PDFs.

### What are the pricing options for DigitalKnife?

DigitalKnife offers a 14-day free trial with full access. After the trial, you can choose between a free forever version, a 'Chef' subscription at $8.99/month or $89.99/year, or a 'Kitchen Chef' subscription at $24.99/month or $249.99/year.

### Does DigitalKnife have ads?

No, DigitalKnife does not contain advertisements. The app is free to download and use, with optional in-app purchases for premium subscription tiers.

### Is DigitalKnife suitable for home cooks or just professionals?

While built with professional chefs in mind, DigitalKnife's features like recipe organization, scaling, and calorie calculation can be beneficial for serious home cooks as well. The app is rated for ages 12 and up.

### What platforms does DigitalKnife support?

DigitalKnife is available on iPhone and iPad. Your data also syncs live with the DigitalKnife web workspace at digitalknife.io, allowing access on larger screens.

### How often is DigitalKnife updated?

The latest version of DigitalKnife is 1.2, last updated on September 28, 2026. Updates typically bring new features, improvements, and bug fixes to enhance the user experience.

## Version history (last 3 releases)

### 1.2 — 2026-09-28

Clearer free account and trial info
It's now easier to see that a free account unlocks 14 days of Kitchen Chef — no card needed. You'll find it where it matters, not just during setup.

Corrected trial details
Our FAQ and Support answers now describe the 14-day trial accurately.

Subscription fixes
If you sign in with an existing subscription, your plan now appears straight away — no need to restart the app.

### 1.1 — 2026-09-19

Half price for your first year — Chef and Kitchen Chef
plans are now €4.99 and €14.99 a month for the first 12
months, then the standard price.

Recipe approval can now be undone. If you marked a recipe
as cooked and approved by mistake, you can clear it from
the recipe's Edit screen instead of deleting the recipe.

Plus behind-the-scenes improvements to how the app
reports problems, so future fixes land faster.

### 1.0 — 2026-08-20

No release notes.

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