I've Been Cooking vs DormDish
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
I've Been Cooking
Discover global recipes with powerful filters for cuisine, nutrition, and dietary needs. Save favorites, get step-by-step guidance, and view detailed nutrition facts. Features dark mode for comfortable cooking.
- Global recipe discovery
- Filter by cuisine, nutrition, dietary needs
- Save favorite recipes
- Step-by-step cooking instructions
- Detailed nutrition facts
- Dark mode support
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Craving inspiration in the kitchen? I’ve Been Cooking is the recipe app you've been waiting for! Discover mouthwatering dishes from around the world, all in one place. Perfect for every home cook, from beginners to pros, our app lets you explore recipes with ease. Use powerful filters, save favorites, and enjoy step-by-step guidance to make every meal memorable. Features that make cooking easier: Global Flavors at Your Fingertips Explore thousands of recipes from different cuisines. Whether it’s Italian, Mexican, Asian, or beyond, we’ve got it covered! Filter by Cuisine, Nutrition, or Dietary Needs Searching for low-calorie, high-protein, vegan, or gluten-free options? Use our smart filters to find the perfect dish in seconds. Instantly Save Recipes Found something delicious? Save recipes instantly and keep your favorites just a tap away. Detailed Nutrition Facts for Every Dish Stay on top of your health goals with detailed nutrition information for every recipe. Cook with Confidence Step-by-step instructions and clear ingredient lists make every recipe easy to follow, so you can cook with confidence. Dark Mode Support Cook anytime, day or night! Enjoy a sleek dark mode for easier viewing and a modern look. Why Choose I’ve Been Cooking? With I’ve Been Cooking, you’re not just getting recipes—you’re unlocking a world of culinary possibilities! We prioritize clear guidance, nutrition transparency, and a streamlined experience, making it the top recipe app choice for food lovers everywhere. Download I’ve Been Cooking and turn your kitchen into a world of flavors. Let’s get cooking!
DormDish
Connects students with culinary peers to share home-cooked meals, transforming dorm rooms into shared kitchens. Discover diverse cuisines and build a food-loving community.
- Student-to-student meal sharing
- Dorm room kitchens
- Shared meal experiences
- Explore new cuisines
- Food community building
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We connect hungry students with fellow students who love to cook, turning form rooms into mini kitchens and mealtime into a shared experience! Whether craving comfort food or exploring new cuisines, there's something for everyone, DormDish creates a space where food meets community.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: DormDish at none against I've Been Cooking's shown. DormDish also leads on update cadence (every 3 days vs every 5 months) and monetization model (free vs ad-supported). On price, rating, ratings volume and in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for I've Been Cooking against 5.0 for DormDish. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 2 respectively.
I've Been Cooking ships an update every 5 months, DormDish every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | I've Been Cooking | DormDish |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) | 5.0 (2 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 1 | 2 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | Every 3 days — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Ad-supported | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | 12.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 9 MB | 53 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | LnkDr Inc. | Omar Shalaby |
Customer experience
I've Been Cooking
DormDish
In-app purchases
I've Been Cooking
No in-app purchases
DormDish
No in-app purchases
Questions
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