Comparison

Instant Connect ™ vs Yum‎

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

Head to head
About

Instant Connect ™

Discover over 2,000 recipes tailored for Instant Pot appliances, from simple one-pot meals to complex dishes. Get guided cooking, ingredient lists, and save favorites. Control smart appliances wirelessly for a seamless cooking experience.

Highlights
  • 2,000+ curated recipes
  • Appliance-specific suggestions
  • Step-by-step guided cooking
  • Automatic ingredient lists
  • Personal cookbook
  • Wireless smart appliance control
  • Real-time appliance monitoring
Features
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Introducing the ultimate cooking companion, the Instant Connect ™ app - your gateway to culinary excellence. Elevate your cooking experience with over 2,000 curated recipes designed exclusively for Instant Pot appliances, including the renowned Instant Pot, Instant Air Fryers and Toaster Ovens, Duo Crisps, Slow Cookers, and more. Whether you're embarking on your culinary journey or a seasoned pro, our app empowers you to cook to your full potential. Kickstart your adventure with easy one-pot meals, or explore a multitude of innovative recipes to take your skills to new heights. Discover exciting ways to prepare everyday staples like eggs, rice, and chicken, or indulge in the art of baking with delectable treats such as cheesecake and brownies. The Instant Connect ™ app revolutionizes your cooking routine, making it simpler than ever to find time and inspiration every day. Select your appliance, and we’ll provide recipe suggestions that are perfect to get you started. Key Features: An ever-expanding recipe database, featuring over 2,000 diverse recipes inspired by global cuisines and tailored for Instant Pot appliances. Tailored search function and home feed, ensuring all recipe recommendations align with your specific appliance. Up-to-date home feeds, showcasing recipes based on seasonal ingredients, holiday content, and special occasions. Step-by-step guided cooking for effortlessly creating mouthwatering meals. Automatic ingredient lists at the start of every recipe, putting you in control and fully prepared from the get-go. A personal cookbook, so you can save your favorite recipes for seamless menu planning. For Smart, Connected appliance owners, the Instant Connect™ app allows for complete wireless control including: Smart recipes that effortlessly send settings directly to your appliance with a simple tap, allowing you to explore new recipes with absolute confidence. Real-time appliance monitoring to keep you informed, letting you multitask with the assurance that your cooking companion has it all under control. Clear appliance helper videos for constant guidance and assurance. With the Instant Connect ™ app, crafting delightful meals has never been more straightforward. Rest assured, our app is consistently updated to enhance your cooking experience, ensuring faster, easier, and tastier results every time. Gear up for a culinary revolution and savor the exceptional with the Instant family of appliances. Welcome to a world where cooking is an art, and every meal is a masterpiece.

About

Yum‎

This AI-powered recipe app offers personalized meal suggestions based on your ingredients and dietary needs. It provides interactive cooking guides, simplifies meal planning with shopping lists, and allows exploration of global cuisines.

Highlights
  • AI-powered recipe recommendations
  • Personalized suggestions based on ingredients
  • Step-by-step interactive cooking instructions
  • Weekly meal planning
  • Automated shopping list generation
  • Global cuisine discovery
Features
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Elevate your cooking experience with Yum, the ultimate recipe app powered by advanced AI. Whether you’re a seasoned chef or just starting out in the kitchen, Yum adapts to your tastes, dietary needs, and available ingredients to deliver personalized recipe recommendations. Smart Recipe Suggestions: Input the ingredients you have, and let the AI create delicious recipes tailored just for you. Step-by-Step Guidance: Enjoy easy-to-follow, interactive cooking instructions with timers, tips, and video tutorials. Meal Planning Made Simple: Plan weekly menus and generate organized shopping lists with just a tap. Global Cuisine Explorer: Discover flavors from around the world, customized to your preferences. AI Chat Support: Coming Soon.

Screenshots

Instant Connect ™4 screens
Yum‎3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Instant Connect ™ at 4.6 against Yum‎'s 3.9. Instant Connect ™ also leads on ratings volume (11K vs 71) and review sentiment (33% vs 14%). Yum‎'s advantage is monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases) and update cadence (every 4 days vs fortnightly). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Instant Connect ™ holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Instant Connect ™ has 11K ratings behind it against 71, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 33% of Instant Connect ™'s written reviews are positive against 14% of Yum‎'s.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Instant Connect ™ ships an update fortnightly, Yum‎ every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 17, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Instant Connect ™ versus Yum‎: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterInstant Connect ™Yum‎
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (11K ratings) — better3.9 (71 ratings)
Positive reviews32.8% of reviews — better14.3% of reviews
Number of ratings11K — better71
Update frequencyFortnightlyEvery 4 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.416.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size102 MB36 MB
Age rating12+17+
DeveloperInstant Pot Brandsnathaniel Ross

Customer experience

Instant Connect ™

All ratings11,312 ratings
Positive92.0%
Neutral2.7%
Negative5.3%
Written reviews436 reviews
Positive32.8%
Neutral12.2%
Negative55.0%

Yum‎

All ratings71 ratings
Positive74.6%
Neutral0.0%
Negative25.4%
Written reviews7 reviews
Positive14.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative85.7%

Bugs and requests

Instant Connect ™

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • App crashes on launch
  • Login issues and account problems
  • Recipes not properly syncing with Instant Pot devices
  • Landscape mode not working as expected

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add metric measurement options
  • Improve recipe search and filtering
  • Allow users to add their own recipes
  • Implement recipe review and rating system
  • Provide better organization for saved recipes

Yum‎

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Instant Connect ™

No in-app purchases

None

Yum‎

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Instant Connect ™ free?
Instant Connect ™ is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Yum‎ free?
Yum‎ is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Instant Connect ™ or Yum‎?
Instant Connect ™ is rated higher. Instant Connect ™ averages 4.6 out of 5 from 11K ratings, while Yum‎ averages 3.9 from 71 ratings.
Do Instant Connect ™ or Yum‎ have ads?
Neither Instant Connect ™ nor Yum‎ shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Instant Connect ™ or Yum‎?
Instant Connect ™ ships an update fortnightly, and Yum‎ every 4 days. Most recently, Instant Connect ™ was updated on September 24, 2026 and Yum‎ on September 17, 2026.

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