17.3
AnyList helps people create and share shopping lists, organize recipes, and plan meals.
Free planAndroidiOSWeb
Best Recipe Apps in 2026
AnyList leads this chart of 67 (7.3/10, free plan). Chefkoch is next (7.2/10, free plan), and Cook is the next highest-placed with a free plan (7.2/10). Recipe apps help you save recipes, plan meals, follow guided cooking steps and build grocery lists. This category covers apps and services for organizing recipes at home or while shopping. Compare recipe import, meal planning, guided cooking, recipe library size and grocery-list tools. Android support varies by app, so check the platform entry before choosing; web, iPhone and desktop access can differ too.
27.2
Free planAndroidiOSWeb
37.2
Free planAndroidiOSLinux
- 4
BigOven
Free planAndroidiOSWeb7.0From $24.99 a year - 5
Clemi
Free planAndroidiOS6.8From $39.99 a year - 6
KitchenOwl
KitchenOwl is a free, open-source grocery list and recipe manager for households, with meal planning and expense tracking.
Free planAndroidiOSWebLinux6.8Free plan - 7
ChefBook
Free planAndroidiOSWeb6.7Free plan - 8
Mealime
Mealime helps users plan meals, shop for groceries, and cook at home on web, Android, and iOS.
Free planAndroidiOSWeb6.7Free plan - 9
Clove
Free planAndroidiOS6.2Free plan - 10
Butler
AndroidiOS5.8 - 11
Sugo
AndroidiOSWebmacOS5.4 - 12
Cook'n
AndroidiOSWebmacOS5.3 - 13
CookBook
AndroidiOSWeb5.3 - 14
Cookpad
AndroidiOSWeb5.3 - 15
FlavorMate
AndroidiOSWebLinux5.3 - 16
Kitchen Stories
AndroidiOSWeb5.3 - 17
RecipeBox
AndroidiOSWebmacOS5.3 - 18
RecipeSage
AndroidiOSWebLinux5.3 - 19
Cookidoo
AndroidiOSWeb5.2 - 20
CookZone
AndroidiOSWeb5.2 - 21
Dinnr
AndroidiOSWeb5.2 - 22
Food.com
AndroidiOSWeb5.2 - 23
Mr. Cook
AndroidiOSWeb5.2 - 24
My Recipe Box
AndroidiOSmacOS5.2 - 25
NYT Cooking
AndroidiOSWeb5.2
Choosing well
Check Android and other platforms
Android is a listed platform in this category, alongside iOS, web, macOS, Windows and Linux. Confirm that the app you want supports the phone, tablet or computer you plan to use.
A web version can help when you switch devices, while a native app may suit cooking at the counter.
Compare free plans and trials
A free plan is available from apps in this category, while paid options use different billing models. Check the paid-from price, billing period and whether a trial is included.
Trial periods listed by apps include seven, 14 and 30 days. A free plan and a trial are different, so read what access continues after the trial ends.
Look at importing and planning
Recipe import can save time when you already have recipes elsewhere. Check whether the app supports the import method you need.
Meal planning and grocery lists help turn saved recipes into a shopping routine. Compare how these tools fit the way you plan meals.
Choose the cooking view you need
Guided cooking can provide step-by-step help while you prepare food. If you prefer browsing and saving ideas, compare the recipe library size and how recipes are organized.
A larger library is not a substitute for the features you use most, so weigh discovery, planning and cooking guidance together.
Questions people ask
Do these recipe apps run on Android?
Android is a listed platform for this category, but support differs by app. Check the platform details for the app you want.
Can I use a recipe app on the web?
Web access is a listed platform in this category. Confirm the individual app supports web use alongside its phone or desktop options.
Do recipe apps offer free plans?
A free plan is offered by apps in this category. Check the listing for free access, paid-from pricing and any trial terms.
What features should I compare?
Compare recipe import, meal planning, guided cooking, recipe library size, platforms and grocery-list support.
Are trials the same as free plans?
No. A free plan can continue without payment under its stated limits, while a trial provides temporary access before paid terms may apply.