249+ iOS apps & games curated and reviewed
NYT Cooking is the household name in nytimes cooking, but it's far from the only option. We track 249+ alternatives and competitors on iOS — many free, many higher-rated than you'd expect.
| # | App | Price | Rating | Ads | In-App Purchases | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | Free | 4.9★ (542K) | Yes | Yes | Aug 2026 |
| 2 |  | Free | 4.8★ (743K) | Yes | Yes | Aug 2026 |
| 3 |  | Free | 4.8★ (292K) | Yes | Yes | Aug 2026 |
| 4 |  | Free | — | No | Yes | May 2026 |
| 5 |  | Free | 4.7★ (32K) | No | No | Aug 2026 |
| 6 |  | Free | — | No | No | Jun 2026 |
| 7 |  | Free | — | Yes | No | Aug 2026 |
| 8 |  | Free | 4.7★ (139K) | No | No | Aug 2026 |
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