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Mela vs PlanPlate

Comparing two recipe apps to help you make the right choice

7
Features PlanPlate Wins
8
Import Sources (PlanPlate)
4
Languages (PlanPlate)
7
Days Free Trial

In Short (TL;DR)

PlanPlate wins on 7 key features. You get 8 import sources (TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, Pinterest), automatic Thermomix conversion, and smart prep planning - none of which Mela offers. Mela no social media import. Our pick: PlanPlate for most home cooks.Consider Mela only if you apple ecosystem enthusiasts (icloud sync).

Feature Comparison

Side-by-side feature comparison between Mela and PlanPlate

Feature
PlanPlate PlanPlate
Mela Mela
TikTok Import
Instagram Import
YouTube Import
Dish Photo Import
Thermomix Conversion
Smart Prep Plan Batching
Meal Planning
Shopping List
Cooking Mode
Multi-Language Support
Recipe Export (CSV/PDF)
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Why Choose PlanPlate

  • Smart Prep Plan Batching
  • Thermomix Recipe Conversion
  • 8 Import Sources (most in market)
  • Dish Photo Reverse-Engineering

Mela Limitations

  • No social media import
  • No Thermomix support

What Users Say About Mela

"No social media import - limited to websites only"

- App Store Review
PlanPlate

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)
Mela

Choose Mela if you...

  • Apple ecosystem enthusiasts (iCloud sync)
  • Privacy-focused users (no data collection)
  • Users who primarily save from food blogs

Switching from Mela?

Mela supports export to json, paprika. You can import recipes into PlanPlate via text or start fresh with our 7-day trial.

PlanPlate lets you export your library as CSV or PDF anytime, and share any recipe via text message.

Pricing Comparison

PlanPlate

PlanPlate

Recommended
EUR /year

or EUR/month

7-day free trial with full access

  • Unlimited imports during trial
  • All 8 import sources
  • Thermomix conversion included
Mela

Mela

USD4.99 one-time

Desktop: USD9.99

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