# 101 before one vs Kitchen Sink Recipe Builder

The clearest difference is rating: Kitchen Sink Recipe Builder at 4.8 against 101 before one's 4.5. Kitchen Sink Recipe Builder also leads on iOS requirement (15.6 vs 17.0). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. 101 before one sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per month and Kitchen Sink Recipe Builder sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Kitchen Sink Recipe Builder holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 95 and 72 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 89% of 101 before one's written reviews are positive against 86% of Kitchen Sink Recipe Builder's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

101 before one ships an update weekly, Kitchen Sink Recipe Builder every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | 101 before one | Kitchen Sink Recipe Builder |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (95 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/101-before-one/id6477230784/reviews) | **[4.8 (72 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kitchen-sink-recipe-builder/id6757585143/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **95** | 72 |
| Positive reviews | **89.2% of reviews** | 86.2% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Every 10 days |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Best chart rank | **#93** | #199 |
| Size | 133 MB | 75 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **15.6** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 9+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [101 before one LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1728763478) | [shshank samuel](https://appshunter.io/developer/1852945506) |

## What reviewers say

### 101 before one

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/101-before-one/id6477230784)

**Currently charting:** #93 Top Grossing · Food & Drink (US App Store)

This app guides parents through introducing over 100 foods to babies before their first birthday using baby-led weaning and family meal strategies. It offers recipes, meal plans, and expert advice to build confidence in starting solids.

**Highlights:** Introduce 101 foods before age one, Baby-led weaning guidance, Family-style meal recipes, Weekly meal plans and shopping lists, Allergen introduction support, Expert pediatric advice

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Plan | $19.99 | per month |
| Annual Plan | $49.99 | per year |
| Annual Plan | $59.99 | per year |
| One Time Purchase Plan | $10.99 | one-time |
| One Time Purchase Plan | $40.99 | one-time |
| One Time Purchase Plan | $49.99 | one-time |
| One Time Purchase Plan | $59.99 | one-time |
| One Time Purchase Plan | $79.99 | one-time |
| One Time Purchase Plan | $89.99 | one-time |
| One Time Purchase Plan | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family-centered meal planning approach
- 🍽️ Comprehensive recipe library with diverse options
- 📋 Weekly meal plans and grocery lists included
- 👍 Easy-to-follow recipes with clear instructions
- 🎓 Evidence-based educational content from professionals

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 High subscription cost ($60/year or $99 upfront)
- 🧭 Clunky and difficult navigation interface
- 🔐 Requires paid subscription to access content
- 🖨️ No print functionality for recipes
- ⚙️ Recipe-heavy reliance on kitchen gadgets

**Reported bugs**

- Login verification loop - unable to sign in
- Plan selection screen stuck on single option
- App navigation issues preventing forward progress
- Email verification process not functioning properly

**Requested features**

- Print recipe functionality
- Improved app navigation and user interface
- Better allergen substitute options
- Bundle pricing for book and app together
- Recipes with fewer kitchen gadget requirements


### Kitchen Sink Recipe Builder

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kitchen-sink-recipe-builder/id6757585143)

**Currently charting:** #199 Top Grossing · Food & Drink (US App Store)

This AI-powered app generates personalized recipes based on your specific needs and preferences. Simply describe your cooking situation, and receive instant suggestions, meal prep plans, and auto-generated shopping lists. It's perfect for busy cooks, party hosts, and anyone looking to use up ingredients.

**Highlights:** AI-generated personalized recipes, Meal prep planning, Auto-generated shopping lists, Recipe import from social media, Save and share recipes, Nutrition facts and macros

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Kitchen Sink Premium | $2.99 | per month |
| Kitchen Sink Premium | $24.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is 101 before one free?

101 before one is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Kitchen Sink Recipe Builder free?

Kitchen Sink Recipe Builder is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, 101 before one or Kitchen Sink Recipe Builder?

Kitchen Sink Recipe Builder is rated higher. 101 before one averages 4.5 out of 5 from 95 ratings, while Kitchen Sink Recipe Builder averages 4.8 from 72 ratings.

### Do 101 before one or Kitchen Sink Recipe Builder have ads?

Neither 101 before one nor Kitchen Sink Recipe Builder shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, 101 before one or Kitchen Sink Recipe Builder?

101 before one ships an update weekly, and Kitchen Sink Recipe Builder every 10 days. Most recently, 101 before one was updated on October 30, 2026 and Kitchen Sink Recipe Builder on October 28, 2026.

### Which is more popular, 101 before one or Kitchen Sink Recipe Builder?

101 before one currently peaks at #93 in the App Store charts, and Kitchen Sink Recipe Builder at #199. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*