Comparison

InterCook vs CookingCalc

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

Head to head
About

InterCook

Instantly convert kitchen measurements without complex calculations. This tool supports weight, volume, liquid, and temperature conversions between imperial, metric, and common kitchen units. It's designed for home cooks, bakers, and professionals to simplify recipes and meal scaling.

Highlights
  • Weight conversion (grams, ounces, pounds, kilograms)
  • Volume conversion (cups, tbsp, tsp)
  • Liquid conversion (oz, quarts, gallons, liters, mL)
  • Temperature conversion (Fahrenheit to Celsius)
  • Supports imperial and metric units
  • Distraction-free interface
  • Optimized for mobile and tablet
Features
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Cook with Confidence — No Math Required. Stop guessing and start cooking. InterCook is the essential kitchen converter designed for home chefs, bakers, and professionals who need to convert measurements instantly without losing their flow. Whether you are tackling a recipe from a different country or scaling a meal for a crowd, InterCook delivers fast, accurate results with zero fuss. The All-in-One Converter for Every Ingredient From dry weight to liquids, InterCook handles the math so you can focus on the flavor. Switch between systems seamlessly: Weight: Grams, ounces, pounds, and kilograms. Volume: Cups, tablespoons (tbsp), teaspoons (tsp), and more. Liquids: Fluid ounces (oz), quarts (qt), gallons (gal), liters (L), and milliliters (mL). Temperature: Instant Fahrenheit to Celsius conversion. Why Choose InterCook? We believe kitchen tools should be as sharp as your knives. Fast Results: A clean, distraction-free interface built for speed. Total Versatility: Support for imperial, metric, and common kitchen units. Practical Design: Optimized for mobile and tablet use—perfect for the countertop. Privacy First: No advertising, no ad tracking, and no selling your information. Flexible Access: Liquids conversion is free. Upgrade to InterCook Pro for weight, volume, and temperature conversions. Perfect For: Busy Home Chefs: Save time when following complex recipes. Food Bloggers & Meal Preppers: Scale and document measurements with ease. RVers & Off-Grid Living: A lightweight tool that works when you’re on the move. International Recipes: Effortlessly bridge the gap between metric and imperial standards. Privacy Here is what we collect and why: App performance data: Device type, OS version, app version, and coarse location derived from public IP address. This helps us understand where the app is being used, which devices are in use, and which app versions are active. This data is retained for up to 90 days on servers we control. Support contact information: If you contact support, you may provide your name and email address so we can reply. We do not use support emails for tracking. Support emails are deleted when no longer needed, or within 2 years. InterCook does not include third-party advertising or advertising trackers. We do not sell your personal information.

About

CookingCalc

Features
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【Quickly Solve “How Many Grams Is This?” in Recipes!】 “Recipes list ingredients in tablespoons, but I want to measure them on a scale...” “I don't understand ‘oz’ or ‘cup’ in international recipes...” This calculator app eliminates those little cooking hassles. ◆ Key Features 1. Accounts for the Specific Gravity of Each Seasoning Water, soy sauce, flour, sugar... Even one tablespoon varies in weight depending on the seasoning. This app calculates using the density (specific gravity) of each seasoning, giving you precise measurements. 2. Intuitive “Fractional Display” Does “0.5 tablespoon” not click for you? This app displays results as fractions familiar in cooking, like “1/2 tablespoon.” This makes using measuring spoons smoother. 3. Your Personalized Seasoning List Display only your frequently used seasonings on the screen. Customize it to your preferences for quick calculations. 4. Supports International Recipes Works with Japanese units like “ml,” “g,” and “go,” as well as American units like “US cup,” “ounce (oz),” and “pound (lb).” Easily recreate recipes from international baking books or cooking videos. ◆ Recommended For - Those who prefer kitchen scales over measuring spoons - Those who want precise measurements for baking or bread making - Those who frequently use international recipe sites - Those who search online for unit conversions every time they cook 【Pro Version Features (In-App Purchase)】 Ad-free experience Unlock special seasoning data like butter, honey, and curry powder Make daily cooking easier and more enjoyable. Download the free version and try it out today!

Screenshots

InterCook4 screens
CookingCalc3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: InterCook at none against CookingCalc's shown. InterCook also leads on iOS requirement (15.6 vs 18.4). CookingCalc's advantage is update cadence (daily vs every 3 weeks). On price, 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. InterCook sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and CookingCalc sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

InterCook ships an update every 3 weeks, CookingCalc daily. Both last shipped on October 30, 2026.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
InterCook versus CookingCalc: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterInterCookCookingCalc
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksDaily — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.6 — better18.4
Further details — not scored
Size34 MB9 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperNanoHawkKodai Nakade

In-app purchases

2 purchases

InterCook

One-time2
  • InterCook Pro Unlock$0.99
  • InterCook™ Pro$3.99
1 purchases

CookingCalc

One-time1
  • Pro Version$1.99

Questions

Is InterCook free?
InterCook is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is CookingCalc free?
CookingCalc is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do InterCook or CookingCalc have ads?
CookingCalc shows ads; InterCook does not.
Which is updated more often, InterCook or CookingCalc?
InterCook ships an update every 3 weeks, and CookingCalc daily. Most recently, InterCook was updated on October 30, 2026 and CookingCalc on October 30, 2026.

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