VibeChef vs CulinoFood
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
VibeChef
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Stop staring at your fridge wondering βwhatβs for dinner?β VibeChef is your AI-powered kitchen companion that turns the ingredients you already have into delicious, personalized meals. Over thousands of cooks use VibeChef to save time, reduce waste, and discover better weeknight dinners. Take control of your pantry and let AI plan tonightβs meal. HOW IT WORKS 1) Tell VibeChef what you have (e.g., βchicken, rice, tomatoesβ). 2) Get instant recipes tailored to your diet, time, and skill level.* 3) Cook with clear step-by-step guidance.* WHY PEOPLE LOVE IT 1) AI turns pantry items into ready-to-cook recipes* 2) Personalized results that respect dietary needs (vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, keto, and more)* 3) Smart suggestions before ingredients go bad (reduce waste)* 4) Time & difficulty estimates so you know exactly what to expect 5) Build your personal cookbook with favorites and streaks* 6) Learn over time. VibeChef adapts to your tastes and cooking history* If you have ideas or questions, email us at support-vibechef@subspace.team. *We do not provide medical or nutrition advice. Recipe content is for informational purposes only. Always check for allergens and follow safe food-handling practices. SUBSCRIPTION & TERMS β’ Start with a 14-day free trial β full access, no charge until the trial ends β’ Payment is charged to your Apple ID account after the free trial ends, unless you cancel β’ Subscription auto-renews unless turned off at least 24 hours before the current period ends β’ Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period β’ Manage or turn off auto-renewal in Settings > Apple ID > Subscriptions β’ Cancel anytime during the trial to avoid being charged Privacy Policy: https://subspace.team/vibechef/privacy Terms of Use: https://subspace.team/vibechef/terms * Features marked with an asterisk (e.g., instant recipe generation, personalization, and smart suggestions) require a subscription.
CulinoFood
Transform your pantry into delicious meals with an AI cooking assistant. Get personalized recipe ideas, track ingredients, and plan weekly meals. Offers smart substitutions and hands-free cooking instructions.
- AI Chef for recipe ideas and tips
- Ingredient tracking and recipe suggestions
- Weekly meal plan generation
- Smart ingredient substitutions
- Hands-free cooking mode
- Pantry and barcode scanning
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CulinoFood is your personal cooking companion β an AI-powered kitchen assistant that turns whatever you have in your pantry into delicious, restaurant-quality meals. Meet Chef Mila, your built-in AI chef. Ask her what to cook tonight, get instant recipe ideas based on the ingredients you already own, and never stare at a blank fridge again. CulinoFood is a paid app with a 3-day free trial. After the trial, full access requires an auto-renewable Culino Pro subscription. CULINO PRO β AUTO-RENEWABLE SUBSCRIPTION Start with a 3-day free trial. After the trial, choose Monthly at $4.99/month or Annual at $29.99/year (about $2.49/month β save 50%). β’ Ask Chef Mila β Unlimited chat with your AI chef for recipe ideas, cooking tips, and substitutions tailored to your taste β’ Scan a Dish β Point your camera at any plate to log it with calorie estimates, macro breakdowns, and recipe matches β’ Smart Pantry β Track ingredients and get recipes that use what you already have to cut food waste β’ AI Recipe Generation β Generate brand-new recipes tailored to your pantry, anytime β’ Weekly Meal Plans β Auto-generated plans for your diet, goals, and schedule, with one-tap shopping lists β’ Smart Substitutions β Make any recipe vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, or budget-friendly β’ Pantry & Barcode Scanning β Add groceries by photo or barcode in seconds β’ Receipt Scanning + Price Tracking β’ Cooking Mode β Hands-free steps with live timers β’ Nutrition & Weight Tracking β Daily macros, weight log, cooking streaks β’ Curated recipe library across global cuisines (Italian, Japanese, Mexican, Thai, Indian, and more) β’ Cuisine collections, daily picks, and trending recipes β’ Dietary preferences and allergy filters β’ Early access to new features SUBSCRIPTION PRICING & TERMS β’ Monthly: $4.99/month β auto-renews at $4.99/month after the 3-day free trial β’ Annual: $29.99/year β auto-renews at $29.99/year after the 3-day free trial (about $2.49/month) β’ The free trial is only available to new subscribers and is automatically converted to a paid subscription at the end of the trial period unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the trial. Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period at the published price. Manage or cancel your subscription in your App Store account settings after purchase. Any unused portion of the free trial period is forfeited when you purchase a subscription. WHO IT'S FOR β Busy professionals who want home-cooked meals without the decision fatigue β Home cooks looking to expand their repertoire with AI-curated ideas β Anyone trying to cut food waste by cooking what's already in the kitchen β People building a healthier relationship with food through mindful tracking Terms of Service: https://culinofood.com/terms Privacy Policy: https://culinofood.com/privacy Open the app, ask Mila, and start cooking.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: VibeChef at daily against CulinoFood's every 5 days. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. VibeChef sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month and CulinoFood sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
VibeChef ships an update daily, CulinoFood every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 8, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | VibeChef | CulinoFood |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | β | 100.0% of reviews |
| Update frequency | Daily β better | Every 5 days |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | β | Subscription |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | 15.1 |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 43 MB | 48 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Subspace Revolution, Inc. | ClickWebstudio Technologies Inc. |
In-app purchases
VibeChef
- Unlimited access14 Days trial$9.991 Month
- Unlimited access14 Days trial$19.991 Year
CulinoFood
- Culino Pro Monthly3 Days trial$4.991 Month
- Culino Pro Annual3 Days trial$29.991 Year






