# Zero-Waste \| Meal Planner — Cook Smart. Waste Less. Save

> Cook Smart. Waste Less. Save (iPhone/iPad app by Cathal MORRISON.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/zero-waste-meal-planner/id6757205988 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Cathal MORRISON](https://appshunter.io/developer/1876512593)
- Category: Food & Drink, Productivity
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.1 · 55 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2026-01-21
- Data updated: 2026-08-26
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/zero-waste-meal-planner/id6757205988/reviews.md

## What is Zero?

Zero-Waste | Meal Planner helps you turn food you already have into meals — instead of throwing it away.
Scan your products, get smart recipe ideas, and see how much money and food you save by cooking what’s already at home.

How It Works?

1 - Take a photo of your groceries — the app detects common food items.
2 - Get recipe ideas
3 - We generate recipes using the products you already have.
4 - Cook & save
5 - See how much money and food you save by using ingredients instead of wasting them.

 Key Features
- Product detection from photos. Identify food items without manual input.
- Smart recipe generation. Recipes based on what you have at home.
- Money saved insights. Estimated savings based on average local prices.
- Food waste reduction tracking. See how many kilos of food you’ve saved.
- Save your favorite recipes. Build your personal zero-waste cookbook.
- Stats & insights. Discover buying habits, frequently scanned products, and helpful tips.

Location-Based Estimates
- With your permission, we use your approximate location to estimate average food prices in your area — so savings insights feel relevant and realistic.

Why Zero-Waste?
- Food waste costs money and harms the environment.
- This app helps you:
- Use what you already buy
- Make smarter shopping decisions
- Reduce unnecessary waste
- Feel good about every meal you cook

Start Cooking Smarter Today
Download Zero-Waste | Meal Planner and turn leftovers into meals, savings, and impact.

Subscription Details: After your free trial, payment will be charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions will automatically renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage your subscription anytime through iTunes settings.

Privacy Policy: https://sites.google.com/view/zero-waste-meal-planner/privacy-policy
Terms of Service: https://sites.google.com/view/zero-waste-meal-planner/terms-of-service

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Auto Renewable Subscription | $27.99 | per year |
| Auto Renewable Subscription | $7.99 | per 7 days |



## Version history (last 2 releases)

### 1.1 — 2026-01-21

This version includes bug fixes.

### 1.0 — 2026-01-21

No release notes.

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All apps by Cathal MORRISON: https://appshunter.io/developer/1876512593

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