Comparison

cookin' vs Nom

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

Nom

Effortlessly save and organize recipes from social media videos. AI extracts ingredients and instructions, creating a structured library. Adjust serving sizes, manage grocery lists, and access your recipes across devices.

Highlights
  • AI recipe extraction
  • Organized recipe library
  • Custom recipe collections
  • Adjustable serving sizes
  • Built-in grocery list
  • Cross-device syncing
Features
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Nom — Smart Recipe Saver Never lose a recipe again. Nom transforms the way you save and organize recipes from TikTok and Instagram. See a delicious dish while scrolling? Simply share the video directly to Nom and let AI do the rest. Nom automatically extracts the recipe, ingredients, and cooking steps — turning short-form food content into a beautiful, organized recipe library. Save in seconds Share any food video directly to Nom from TikTok or Instagram. Nom instantly generates a structured recipe complete with ingredients, step-by-step instructions, and cook time — all without leaving your feed. Your personal recipe library All your saved recipes live in one beautiful, organized place. Create custom collections like "Date Night", "High Protein", or "Quick Meals" to keep everything sorted exactly the way you like. Cook with confidence Adjust serving sizes on the fly and watch ingredient amounts update automatically. Check off ingredients as you cook and add anything you need to your built-in grocery list. Made for the way you eat today Rate your favorites, mark recipes as favorites, and filter by cook time or rating. Your entire library syncs across all your devices so your recipes are always with you.

Screenshots

cookin'4 screens
Nom4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: cookin' at 5.0 against Nom's 4.5. Nom's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 4 days vs every 3 weeks). On price, ratings volume, 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

cookin' holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 2 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

cookin' ships an update every 3 weeks, Nom every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 5 level
cookin' versus Nom: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
Parametercookin'Nom
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better4.5 (2 ratings)
Number of ratings12 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 4 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationAd-supportedFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.0 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size42 MB16 MB
Age rating12+4+
Developernandapps llcNEIL ANAND NECHEL

Customer experience

cookin'

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

Nom

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

In-app purchases

None

cookin'

No in-app purchases

None

Nom

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is cookin' free?
cookin' is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Nom free?
Nom is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, cookin' or Nom?
cookin' is rated higher. cookin' averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Nom averages 4.5 from 2 ratings.
Do cookin' or Nom have ads?
cookin' shows ads; Nom does not.
Which is updated more often, cookin' or Nom?
cookin' ships an update every 3 weeks, and Nom every 4 days. Most recently, cookin' was updated on October 30, 2026 and Nom on October 31, 2026.

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