Comparison

cookin' vs FlavorFile

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

Head to head
About

cookin'

Easily import recipes from any URL into a distraction-free format. Adjust servings, use built-in timers, and organize your favorites with tags. All your recipes are stored locally without requiring an account or data collection.

Highlights
  • Import recipes from URLs
  • Automatic ingredient and step extraction
  • Adjustable serving sizes
  • Built-in cooking timers
  • Distraction-free cooking mode
  • Personal recipe collection
  • Tagging and organization
Features
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Paste any recipe URL and start cooking distraction-free. cookin' automatically extracts ingredients, steps, and images from any recipe website — no more scrolling past long stories and pop-ups. KEY FEATURES: - Paste & Import: Paste any recipe URL and automatically extract everything you need. - Adjust Servings: Scale ingredient quantities up or down instantly. - Built-in Timers: Set timers for each cooking step so you never miss a beat. - Distraction-Free Cooking: Enjoy clean, focused recipes without ads or interruptions. - Personal Collection: Store and search your favorite recipes in one place. - Tags & Organization: Tag recipes and find them quickly. - Make Mode: Large, easy-to-read text while you cook. Your recipes are stored locally on your device. No account required, no tracking, no data collection. Download cookin' and start building your personal recipe collection today.

About

FlavorFile

Effortlessly organize and store your favorite recipes with detailed instructions, photos, and cooking times. Import recipes from the web and quickly find anything in your collection with a powerful search function.

Highlights
  • Unlimited recipe storage
  • Import recipes from URLs
  • Add photos to recipes
  • Organize with favorites
  • Instant search functionality
  • Track cooking time and servings
Features
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FlavorFile: Your Personal Cookbook Organize and preserve your favorite recipes with this elegant and intuitive recipe management app. Whether you're an experienced chef or just starting your culinary journey, our app makes it easy to create, store, and access your personal collection of recipes. Key Features: • Create and store unlimited recipes with detailed instructions • Import recipes directly from URLs • Add beautiful photos to your recipes • Organize recipes with favorites for quick access • Search your entire recipe collection instantly • Track cooking time and servings for each recipe • Add detailed ingredients lists and step-by-step instructions • Clean, modern interface designed for iOS Never lose a recipe again! Our easy-to-use interface lets you capture all the important details - from ingredients and cooking times to serving sizes and preparation steps. The built-in search feature helps you find exactly what you're looking for in seconds. Mark your most-loved recipes as favorites for quick access, and add photos to make your digital cookbook visually appealing and personal. Whether you're meal planning or cooking, everything you need is just a tap away. Perfect for: • Home cooks • Recipe collectors • Meal planners • Family recipe preservation • Cooking enthusiasts Download now and start building your personal recipe collection today! Your favorite recipes will always be at your fingertips, organized and ready when you need them. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

cookin'4 screens
FlavorFile4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: cookin' at none against FlavorFile's 1. cookin' also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 7 months) and iOS requirement (16.0 vs 26.0). FlavorFile's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, rating, ratings volume 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. FlavorFile sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $0.99 per month. cookin' asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for cookin' against 5.0 for FlavorFile. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 1 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

cookin' ships an update every 3 weeks, FlavorFile every 7 months. Both last shipped on October 30, 2026.

Scorecard5 real differences · 4 level
cookin' versus FlavorFile: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
Parametercookin'FlavorFile
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings)
Number of ratings11
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 7 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationAd-supportedFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.0 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size42 MB12 MB
Age rating12+4+
Developernandapps llcBW Mobile Labs LLC

Customer experience

cookin'

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

FlavorFile

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

cookin'

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

FlavorFile

Subscriptions1
  • Backup your recipes$0.991 Month

Questions

Is cookin' free?
cookin' is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is FlavorFile free?
FlavorFile is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, cookin' or FlavorFile?
cookin' and FlavorFile are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 1 and 1 ratings respectively.
Do cookin' or FlavorFile have ads?
cookin' shows ads; FlavorFile does not.
Which is updated more often, cookin' or FlavorFile?
cookin' ships an update every 3 weeks, and FlavorFile every 7 months. Most recently, cookin' was updated on October 30, 2026 and FlavorFile on October 30, 2026.

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