Cookidoo vs PlanPlate
Comparing two recipe apps to help you make the right choice
In Short (TL;DR)
PlanPlate wins on 6 key features. You get 8 import sources (TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, Pinterest), automatic Thermomix conversion, and smart prep planning - none of which Cookidoo offers. Cookidoo locked within thermomix ecosystem. Our pick: PlanPlate for most home cooks.Consider Cookidoo only if you thermomix owners who only cook thermomix recipes.
Feature Comparison
Side-by-side feature comparison between Cookidoo and PlanPlate
Cookidoo
Why Choose PlanPlate
- Smart Prep Plan Batching
- Thermomix Recipe Conversion
- 8 Import Sources (most in market)
- Dish Photo Reverse-Engineering
Cookidoo Limitations
- Locked within Thermomix ecosystem
- No social media import
- Expensive device requirement
- No third-party recipe import
What Users Say About Cookidoo
"Can't import my own recipes"
- App Store Review
"Stuck in their ecosystem"
- App Store Review
Choose PlanPlate if you...
- Home cooks who save recipes from social media
- Thermomix owners wanting to convert any recipe
- Meal preppers who batch cook on weekends
- European users (4 languages supported)
Choose Cookidoo if you...
- Thermomix owners who only cook Thermomix recipes
- Users who want guided cooking on TM device
- Users who bought bundled subscription with TM
Switching from Cookidoo?
Unfortunately, Cookidoo doesn't offer recipe export (very poor). You can manually copy recipes or start fresh with PlanPlate's 7-day free trial - plenty of time to rebuild your collection.
PlanPlate lets you export your library as CSV or PDF anytime, and share any recipe via text message.
Pricing Comparison
PlanPlate
Recommendedor EUR/month
7-day free trial with full access
- Unlimited imports during trial
- All 8 import sources
- Thermomix conversion included
Cookidoo
30-day free trial
Often bundled free with Thermomix purchase
Built by Matthias
Built by a single dad of three who wanted a better way to organize family meals.
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