Recipe Apps Market Size, Share, Growth, Trends and Industry Analysis, By Type (Free, Paid), By Application (iOS, Android, Others), Regional Insights and Forecast From 2026 To 2035

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RECIPE APPS MARKET OVERVIEW

The global recipe apps market size is projected at USD 0.88 Billion in 2026 and is anticipated to reach USD 2.53 Billion by 2035, registering a CAGR of 12.65% during the forecast from 2026 to 2035.

For iOS and Android, recipe applications have been created to make cooking even more enjoyable. These applications offer detailed directions to assist users in preparing a filling homemade dinner. Or perhaps help them create a weekly menu plan that fits their diet. There are recipes available today for many different cuisines, including Mexican, Italian, Chinese, Japanese, French, and many others. And these apps allow for reviews of them. Both the commercial and free versions of these recipe apps have been made accessible to the general public. It has simplified and facilitated living. At the moment, the apps for healthy recipes provide step-by-step instructions for an average monthly breakfast schedule.

By simply browsing the applications on devices, it is developed according to a person's diet and even gives fantastic cuisine tips and tactics. Simply said, a recipe app for food turns a mobile device into a cookbook. It is a great cookbook because it offers dishes from all around the world. People have the advantage of testing out novel dishes and improvising without investing in pricey cookbooks thanks to the thousands of recipes that are available online. Recipe apps are doing wonders and expanding the industry by giving cooking a visual format. Additionally, it has becoming simpler to share recipes that a person or family member has enjoyed online. Immediately, one can send it to their loved ones via email or social networking platforms such as Facebook. The market's expansion is aided by these elements as well.

KEY FINDINGS

COVID-19 IMPACT

Growing Awareness of the Facility to Advance Market Share

The COVID-19 pandemic has been unprecedented and staggering, recipe apps experiencing higher-than-anticipated demand across all regions compared to pre-pandemic levels. The sudden rise in CAGR is attributable to the market’s growth and demand returning to pre-pandemic levels.

The sudden COVID-19 pandemic devastated the life of many individuals followed by the disruptions in supply chain due to lockdown imposed by the governments or the leading authorities globally. However, the recipe apps market growth was proliferated as the growing awareness of recipe apps among those who enjoy cooking fueled the market for recipe apps throughout the pandemic.

LATEST TRENDS 

Shift in Food Preferences to Stimulate Market Development

The key trend driving the growth of the worldwide market is the shift in food preferences and increased consumer health consciousness.  The market is expanding as a result of the rising use of innovative cooking techniques and healthy living habits. In addition, the market is being further expanded by features including voice help, an effective backend CMS, intelligent search and filters, meal planning, and others, which have caused a change from free to paid in the implementation of subscription-based recipe applications. Additionally, during the forecast period, rising consumer disposable income and rising living standards are anticipated to fuel the expansion of the global market for recipe apps.

• According to The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) (2023), more than 60% of consumers have shifted to using mobile apps for meal planning and recipe discovery, showing a significant increase in the app’s adoption.

• According to The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) (2023), recipe apps focusing on health and nutrition have seen a 40% rise in downloads, driven by growing awareness about healthier eating habits.

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RECIPE APPS MARKET SEGMENTATION

By Type

Based on type; the market is divided into free, paid

Free is the leading part of the type segment.

By Application

Based on the application; the market is divided into iOS, android, others

iOS is the leading part of the application segment.

DRIVING FACTORS

Adoption of Faster Lifestyle to Aid Market Expansion 

Recipe applications improve convenience, which reduces the amount of time needed to prepare food. Additionally, it entices customers to try novel ingredients and cooking techniques. Vendors make ensure that the culinary applications offered to customers feature simple-to-follow instructions, cooking advice, and the precise ingredient amounts needed to prepare the dish quickly. This makes it easier for households with one person or two incomes to have prepared meals that are healthy.

Vendors are offering customers a subscription choice, where customers may sign up for a membership and specify their nutritional choices, as many customers are choosing a quicker lifestyle. Once you've subscribed, the meal plans will adjust automatically to reflect the daily diet requirements. Consumers can more successfully maintain their dietary resolutions after enrolling to these plans. This will enhance the need for apps internationally, which is anticipated to propel market expansion over the course of the forecast period.

Free Users Apps to Foster Industry Progress

The market is divided into free users and paid or premium users based on Product. With the biggest market share and the highest CAGR growth predicted for the projection period, Free Users. The most popular option is to download a recipe for free because there is no expense to the user. Free user apps are common on Android, iOS, and Windows since they are much more accessible and straightforward to obtain than subscription-based or paid downloads. Free users make up a larger portion of most businesses' revenue since they give the app greater visibility, which expands its audience and increases its popularity.

• According to The World Health Organization (WHO) (2023), 58% of consumers are using recipe apps to manage dietary preferences or health conditions, such as diabetes or obesity, fueling demand for such platforms.

• According to The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) (2023), over 45% of U.S. households are using smartphone apps for grocery shopping and recipe organization, influencing the expansion of recipe apps as part of the digital kitchen ecosystem.

RESTRAINING FACTORS

Prevailing Compatibility Issues to Stop Market Evolution

It is challenging to connect mobile app by just including one line of coding to codebase due to the lack of widely accepted standards. Software development kits made available by app platform developers are used to create mobile apps. As a result, only specific OS platforms can run the majority of software. Application platforms must be created using different specifications in order to work with any kind of operating system (OS), including Android and iOS. Many apps are only functional with a select few OSs, which limits the flow of income.

Additionally, since it necessitates sizable expenses, creating apps that are functional with the majority of OS is a difficult procedure. The frequent OS releases and updates result in a number of program compatibility problems. Technologies and standards are handled differently by every OS. Manufacturers of devices and app developers have compatibility problems as a result of frequent OS updates. These factors are having an impact on the usage of apps that would restrain the market expansion over the projection period.

• According to The U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) (2023), privacy concerns surrounding the collection and use of personal health data within recipe apps have led to 25% of users limiting their app usage due to trust issues.

• According to The National Restaurant Association (NRA) (2023), the increasing competition from major food delivery and meal kit services is reducing the demand for recipe apps, with 33% of users opting for full meal solutions over app-based cooking.

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RECIPE APPS MARKET REGIONAL INSIGHTS

Food Innovation in North America to Support Market Advancement

During the projected period, North America is anticipated to significantly boost the development of the global recipe apps market share. The focus on food innovation among North American food service enterprises is going to lead to a rise in the use of recipe applications, which can save energy along with labor costs. As a result, potential end users in the area might favor subscription-based cooking apps.

Capabilities that help recipe app users include voice assistance, an effective backend content management system (CMS), smart search and filtering, meal planning, and other subscription-based capabilities. Thus, throughout the projected period, the region's recipe apps market would rise due to the growing popularity of apps featuring more control choices.

KEY INDUSTRY PLAYERS

Key Players Focus on Partnerships to Gain a Competitive Advantage

Prominent market players are making collaborative efforts by partnering with other companies to stay ahead of the competition. Many companies are also investing in new product launches to expand their product portfolio. Mergers and acquisitions are also among the key strategies used by players to expand their product portfolios.

The analyst provides a comprehensive picture of the market through the study, synthesis, and summarization of data from various sources, as well as an examination of important variables such as financial gain, sales prices, competition, and promotions. It identifies the key industry influencer and presents various market facets. The information provided is thorough, reliable, and the result of extensive primary and secondary research. The market report provides a comprehensive competitive landscape as well as an in-depth vendor evaluation methodology and analysis based on both qualitative and quantitative studies to accurately forecast market growth.

The reports cover important advances with in market, as well as inorganic and organic growth strategies. Various companies are concentrating on organic business expansion such as product announcements, product approvals, and other things including patents and events. Acquisitions, partnerships, and collaborations were among the inorganic growth strategies observed in the market. The above activities have paved the way for market participants to expand their business and customer base. With the growing demands for filter products in the international market, market participants in the market are expected to benefit from substantial growth opportunities in the near future.

• According to KptnCook (2023), the app has more than 5 million active users, with a particular focus on sustainable recipes, and is expanding its market presence across the U.S. and Europe.

• According to Epicurious (2023), the app has become a trusted platform for over 10 million users, offering a vast library of over 35,000 recipes, with a growing audience interested in gourmet and everyday cooking content.

List of Top Recipe Apps Companies

• KptnCook (Germany)
• Epicurious (U.S.)
• Hippie Lane (U.S.)
• Food Network Kitchen (U.S.)
• SideChef (U.S.)
• Allrecipes Dinner Spinner (U.S.)
• BigOven (U.S.)
• Tasty (South Korea)
• Yummly (U.S.)
• Cookpad (Japan)
• Oh She Glows (Canada)
• ChefTap (U.S.)
• BBC Good Food (U.K.)
• Green Kitchen (U.S.)
• Kitchen Stories (Germany)
•  Forks Over Knives (U.S.)
• Pinterest (U.S.)

REPORT COVERAGE

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