Comparison

OLIO vs PēpiChef

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

OLIO

This app connects you with neighbors to share surplus food and unwanted items for free. It's a simple, local way to reduce waste, save money, and help your community by giving items a new home.

Highlights
  • Find free food locally
  • Share free household items
  • Discover items on a map
  • Arrange local collections
  • Reduce food waste
  • Save money
  • Connect with community
Features
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Olio is your local go-to for free food and other useful stuff people nearby no longer need. From surplus supermarket food to everyday household items, Olio helps good things find a new home locally. It’s simple, free, and right on your doorstep. ⁕ Find free food near you Discover free food shared by local volunteers who rescue unsold surplus from supermarkets, local shops, cafes and more – from fresh bread and veg to cupboard staples and ready-to-eat meals. New food is added every single day. ⁕ Get (and give) free stuff locally Browse free clothes, books, toys, toiletries and more from people nearby. Got food, clothes, books or household items you’re not using? Share them in just a few taps and clear space fast. Free items are requested quickly, so things don’t hang around. ⁕ Everything happens locally See what’s available near you on the map and arrange a collection at a time that works for you. No postage. No hassle. Just neighbours helping neighbours. Small actions. Big difference. Olio makes it easy to reduce waste, save money and support your community – all at the same time. ⁕ Join a movement of millions of people already sharing locally. Download Olio and see what’s being shared near you today! Terms and conditions: https://olioapp.com/en/terms-and-conditions/ Privacy policy: https://olioapp.com/en/privacy-policy/

About

PēpiChef

Features
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PēpiChef provides general nutrition and recipe information and is not a substitute for professional medical or dietary advice. Always consider your baby's individual needs, allergies, and developmental stage, and consult a qualified healthcare professional when appropriate. Making food for your little one doesn't have to be stressful. PēpiChef is your friendly baby food companion, helping you discover recipes, plan meals, and make mealtimes easier as your baby explores new foods. Discover baby-friendly recipes Find delicious, age-appropriate meal ideas designed for little ones starting their food journey. Explore different ingredients, flavours, textures, and combinations to keep mealtimes interesting. Ask PēpiChef Not sure what to make? Just ask. Chat with PēpiChef by text or voice and get recipe ideas and helpful nutrition information tailored to your needs. Cook with what you have Tell PēpiChef what ingredients you have at home — and what your baby doesn't like — and get recipe suggestions that work with what you've got. Plan your baby's meals Take the guesswork out of mealtimes. Plan meals for the week and keep track of what you're serving your little one. Made for the messy, exciting food journey Whether you're introducing new foods, looking for inspiration, or simply wondering "what can I make with this?", PēpiChef is here to help. Because feeding your baby should be about discovering food together — not stressing about what's for dinner. PēpiChef — making baby mealtimes easier, one bite at a time. Terms of Use (EULA): https://pepichef.com/terms Privacy Policy: https://pepichef.com/privacy

Screenshots

OLIO4 screens
PēpiChef4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: PēpiChef at none against OLIO's shown. On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. OLIO sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and PēpiChef sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
OLIO versus PēpiChef: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterOLIOPēpiChef
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (792 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews73.5% of reviews—
Number of ratings792 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 8 days—
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS16.416.4
Further details — not scored
Size171 MB48 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperOlio Exchange LimitedHazel Fiorella Lopez Rodriguez

Bugs and requests

OLIO

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • App freezes and crashes
  • Login issues with magic link
  • Notifications not working properly
  • Listings not updating in real-time
  • Incompatibility with older devices

Requested features

5 requests
  • Improved notification system
  • Better search and filtering options
  • Calendar view for pickups
  • Option to hide sold/collected items
  • Dark mode

PēpiChef

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

7 purchases

OLIO

Subscriptions7
  • Monthly2 variants$0.991 Month
  • Monthly2 variants$2.491 Month
  • Monthly$2.991 Month
Show 4 more
  • Monthly$5.491 Month
  • Yearly - save 50%2 variants$6.991 Year
  • Yearly - save 50%$13.991 Year
  • Yearly - save 50%$19.991 Year
1 purchases

PēpiChef

Subscriptions1
  • PepiChef Premium7 Days trial$2.991 Month

Questions

Is OLIO free?
OLIO is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is PēpiChef free?
PēpiChef is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do OLIO or PēpiChef have ads?
OLIO shows ads; PēpiChef does not.

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