Comparison

SteakMate vs HomeID (Kitchen+)

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

Head to head
About

SteakMate

This app helps you cook the perfect beef steak every time. Input your steak type, cooking method, desired doneness, and thickness for precise cooking instructions, including turning and resting times. It also features queuing for multiple steaks and a favorites list for quick access to preferred recipes.

Highlights
  • Precise cooking instructions
  • Turn and rest time prompts
  • Queuing for multiple steaks
  • Favorites list for preferred steaks
  • Steak recommendations and information
  • Alternate steak name lookup
Features
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The SteakMate app is designed to help you cook the perfect steak – no matter how you like it. SteakMate is your best friend when barbecuing or pan-frying Beef steaks. It ensures you have a great eating experience every time and takes the guess work out of cooking Beef steaks. SteakMate is easy to use, simply enter the Beef steak you are cooking, the cooking method you are using, the doneness you are after and the thickness of your steak and SteakMate will tell you exactly how to cook it – with handy prompts of when to turn your steak and when it has finished cooking and needs to rest. Cooking for more than one? SteakMate has that covered with its queuing functionality, allowing you to add as many people to the queue so that everyone gets their steak cooked the way they like it. Got a favourite steak you like to cook? Why not add it to favourites list in SteakMate so that you are only ever one step away from cooking the perfect steak. Not sure about what steaks to barbecue or pan-fry? SteakMate gives you a list of all the Beef steaks recommended for cooking this way as well as information about each of them – it also includes all the alternate names for the same steak.

About

HomeID (Kitchen+)

Discover a world of culinary inspiration and smart home appliance integration. Access a vast library of recipes, nutritional information, and expert tips for everyday cooking and coffee making. Enhance your kitchen experience with guided instructions for various home devices.

Highlights
  • Extensive recipe library for all meals
  • Detailed nutritional information
  • Appliance integration and instructional videos
  • Barista-level coffee tips
  • Vegan and vegetarian options
  • Expert advice and community features
Features
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Unlock your home's full potential with HomeID. HomeID, formerly Philips Kitchen+, is your all-in-one app for transforming everyday home life. It's your companion for delicious Airfryer meals - from breakfast to dinner, healthy snacks, and delightful coffee breaks. Collaborating with home cooks, professional chefs, baristas, and Philips Kitchen Appliances, HomeID elevates daily routines into enjoyable experiences with: • A vast array of easy recipes for every meal and occasion, including snacks, main courses, desserts, brunches, hot drinks, and more. Explore a world of homemade culinary delights. • Detailed nutritional information for each recipe, empowering you to make informed choices for yourself and your loved ones. • Diverse culinary options catering to all preferences, such as pasta, casseroles, chicken dishes, cheesecakes, and an extensive selection of vegan and vegetarian choices. • Instructional videos, expert advice, and integrated features for Philips kitchen appliances, covering Airfryers, coffee/espresso machines, pasta makers, blenders, juicers, Air Steam Cookers, and All-in-One Cookers. • Tips for crafting the perfect espresso or a simple caramel latte, bringing barista-level coffee into your home. • A community dedicated to finding joy in the small things amid busy schedules. HomeID - Your Comprehensive Home Appliance App. Maximize your capabilities with HomeID. Suitable for new appliance owners and seasoned users, HomeID unveils the full potential of your home. Embrace simplicity in your daily life. Join us at HomeID.

Screenshots

SteakMate4 screens
HomeID (Kitchen+)4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: HomeID (Kitchen+) at 4.8 against SteakMate's 3.6. HomeID (Kitchen+) also leads on ratings volume (2.3K vs 8) and update cadence (monthly vs every 5 months). SteakMate's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and ads (none vs shown). On price 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. HomeID (Kitchen+) sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. SteakMate asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

HomeID (Kitchen+) holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: HomeID (Kitchen+) has 2.3K ratings behind it against 8, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 70% of SteakMate's written reviews are positive against 44% of HomeID (Kitchen+)'s, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SteakMate ships an update every 5 months, HomeID (Kitchen+) monthly. The most recent releases landed on August 5, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 2 level
SteakMate versus HomeID (Kitchen+): the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSteakMateHomeID (Kitchen+)
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.6 (8 ratings)4.8 (2.3K ratings) — better
Positive reviews69.7% of reviews — better44.5% of reviews
Number of ratings82.3K — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 monthsMonthly — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size50 MB301 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMeat & Livestock Australia LimitedVersuni Netherlands B.V

Customer experience

SteakMate

All ratings8 ratings
Positive62.5%
Neutral12.5%
Negative25.0%
Written reviews89 reviews
Positive69.7%
Neutral5.6%
Negative24.7%

HomeID (Kitchen+)

All ratings2,297 ratings
Positive95.7%
Neutral1.6%
Negative2.7%
Written reviews317 reviews
Positive44.5%
Neutral12.0%
Negative43.5%

Bugs and requests

SteakMate

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

HomeID (Kitchen+)

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Login/registration errors
  • Inconsistent sync between app and device
  • Recipes not loading properly
  • Frequent app crashes or freezes
  • Inability to save custom settings

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add more language options
  • Improve recipe customization
  • Integrate with smart home devices
  • Provide better notification system
  • Enable multiple device support

In-app purchases

None

SteakMate

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

HomeID (Kitchen+)

One-time2
  • Elevated Snacks$3.99
  • Foolproof desserts$3.99

Questions

Is SteakMate free?
SteakMate is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is HomeID (Kitchen+) free?
HomeID (Kitchen+) is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, SteakMate or HomeID (Kitchen+)?
HomeID (Kitchen+) is rated higher. SteakMate averages 3.6 out of 5 from 8 ratings, while HomeID (Kitchen+) averages 4.8 from 2.3K ratings.
Do SteakMate or HomeID (Kitchen+) have ads?
HomeID (Kitchen+) shows ads; SteakMate does not.
Which is updated more often, SteakMate or HomeID (Kitchen+)?
SteakMate ships an update every 5 months, and HomeID (Kitchen+) monthly. Most recently, SteakMate was updated on August 5, 2026 and HomeID (Kitchen+) on September 23, 2026.

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