Roux - Smart Recipes
Recipe Manager & Meal Planner
About
This app helps you organize all your recipes, plan your weekly meals, and manage your pantry inventory. It automatically generates shopping lists and offers an AI assistant for cooking help and recipe suggestions. You can also scan grocery flyers to find deals and plan meals around sales.
What's New in Roux
1.1
June 18, 2026
Roux 1.1 — Plan the week, cook smarter Your kitchen just got an upgrade. This release turns Roux from a recipe keeper into a full weekly meal-planning assistant. • Grocery Autopilot — Get a complete week of dinners and a ready-to-shop grocery list, planned for you in seconds. • Smart Plan — Build your week around what you already have. Roux scores your recipes by pantry matches, expiring ingredients, sale items, favorites, and prep time, then suggests the best lineup. • Smart Pantry — Your pantry updates automatically after you cook, flags low-stock staples, and warns you about expiring ingredients. • Cook Mode, hands-free — Navigate steps with your voice and keep recipes live on your Lock Screen and Dynamic Island with Live Activities. • Precise step-by-step amounts — See exactly how much of each ingredient to use at every step, scaled to your serving size. • Sale scanning — Scan store fliers, save your sale history, and plan meals around what's on sale. • Free trials on every subscription plan. Plus faster planning, sharper recipe imports, smaller image storage, and a wave of reliability and security improvements.
MoreSubscriptions & In-App Purchases
Roux Pro
Unlimited recipes, meal plans, pantry, 75 AI credits
FAQ
How many recipes can I save for free in Roux?
You can save up to 25 recipes and import 3 URLs per month for free. For unlimited recipe storage and advanced features like meal planning and pantry tracking, you can upgrade to the Pro plan.
Does Roux have ads?
No, Roux does not contain advertisements. The app is free to start with a limited number of features, and offers optional paid upgrades for full functionality.
What devices does Roux support?
Roux is available on iPhone and iPad devices. It is designed to provide a seamless experience across Apple's mobile platforms.
Can I use my own AI API key with Roux?
Yes, Roux supports bringing your own OpenAI or Anthropic API key on every plan, without requiring a subscription. This offers flexibility for users who prefer to manage their own AI service.
How does Roux help with grocery shopping?
Roux automatically generates smart shopping lists from your meal plan, organizing items by category for efficient store navigation. You can also scan grocery fliers to find deals and plan meals around sale items.
What is the age rating for Roux?
Roux has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users, including families. The app's content and features are designed to be accessible and helpful for most ages.
How often is Roux updated?
Roux was last updated on March 27, 2026, with version 1.0. While this is the initial release date, users can expect ongoing updates to improve features and performance.
What are the different Roux subscription tiers?
Roux offers a free tier with limited features. The Pro plan unlocks unlimited recipes, meal planning, pantry tracking, and 75 AI interactions per month. Pro+ provides unlimited AI interactions.
