Free SideChef Alternative in 2025

Want guided cooking without premium fees? Recipe Notes offers recipe saving and organization from any source - completely free.

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Why Look for a SideChef Alternative?

SideChef offers step-by-step cooking guidance and a library of recipes. However, premium features require a subscription, and you're limited to their curated content. If you want to save recipes from anywhere and build your own collection, you need more flexibility.

Recipe Notes lets you save recipes from any source - websites, Instagram, TikTok, Pinterest, or your own creations. Build your personal cookbook without subscription fees or content limitations.

Recipe Notes vs SideChef: Feature Comparison

FeatureRecipe NotesSideChef
Modern UI Design Free. Clean & fluid Paid
Save External Recipes Free. Any source Free. Limited
Import from Photos/PDF Free No
Social Media Import Free. TikTok, Instagram, Pinterest, Facebook & more No
Website Import Free. Fast & stable Free. Limited
Grocery List Free. Syncs to iOS Reminders Free. Limited
Meal Planning Free. Syncs to iOS Calendar Free. Limited
Export to PDF Free Free. Limited

Why Choose Recipe Notes?

Completely Free

No premium tier needed. All features are free including unlimited storage and cloud sync.

Save From Anywhere

Import recipes from websites, Instagram, TikTok, Pinterest - not just a curated library.

Your Personal Collection

Build a cookbook that's uniquely yours, with recipes from your favorite sources.

What Users Say About Recipe Notes

"LIFE SAVER!!"

"It's been amazing for transferring my recipes from Pinterest and TikTok, there doesn't seem to be a limit on the recipes either. The meal prep section is super useful... the grocery list section is DOUBLE amazing!"

— Basile_Rav · App Store Review

"Finally!"

"I have been looking for an app like this that lets me import recipes from a browser, hard copy recipe cards, etc. Other apps I checked out cost $ but I functionality I didn't care about. Now that I've used this I would pay for it."

— Fishtailbinkey · App Store Review

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there a free alternative to SideChef?

Yes! Recipe Notes is a completely free alternative that lets you save and organize recipes from any source, including social media.

Does Recipe Notes have step-by-step cooking?

Recipe Notes provides a clean cooking view that displays your recipe clearly while you cook. Focus on following your saved recipes with an easy-to-read interface.

Can I save my own recipes unlike SideChef's library?

Yes! Recipe Notes is all about your personal collection. Save recipes from any website, social media, or create your own. It's your cookbook, your way.

Ready to Build Your Free Recipe Collection?

Save recipes from anywhere without subscriptions or limits.

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