Chapter— Comparison
WhatToCook vs Samsung Food
Whisk was rebranded to Samsung Food and focuses on recipe saving, meal planning, shopping lists, and smart‑kitchen integrations. WhatToCook focuses on AI help, fast importing from anywhere, and a clear plan‑to‑list flow with sharing.
AI cooking help + flexible importing vs a smart-kitchen hub
№At a glance
№ 01
Feature by feature
| Feature | WhatToCook | Whisk (now Samsung Food) |
|---|---|---|
| Recipe saving / recipe box | Import and organize recipes into collections with fast search. | Recipe box for saving from the web and organizing into collections. |
| AI cooking assistant | Chat-style AI for ideas, substitutions, and ingredient-based suggestions. | No dedicated AI assistant. |
| Meal planning | Flexible weekly planning with quick swaps and macro targets. | Planner with plan/queue/history workflows; strong web-first experience. |
| Grocery lists | Recipes/meal plan → grocery list; shared lists for real-time collaboration. | Shopping lists from recipes and plans with sharing + sorting options. |
| Recipe import | Import from web, social posts, or camera scan; organize quickly. | Web saving with a focus on the Samsung Food recipe box. |
| Smart kitchen integration | Not appliance-dependent; works the same across devices and households. | Integrations with Samsung ecosystem (SmartThings/appliances) when supported. |
| Premium tierAlways verify current subscription features in the app before purchasing. | Optional premium features depending on plan/version. | Samsung Food+ subscription adds advanced features like meal templates and pantry tools. |
Note: Features and pricing can change over time. We review these pages regularly.
№ 02
The verdict
WhatToCook is best if…
- You want an AI cooking assistant and quick idea generation.
- You want flexible importing and fast organization.
- You want shared grocery lists for households that shop together.
- You want to scan recipes from photos or handwritten notes.
Samsung Food is best if…
- You want a strong web + app recipe box and planner.
- You’re in the Samsung ecosystem and want SmartThings integrations.
- You want pantry/food list tools in their subscription tier.
№ 03— Switching
Switching from Samsung Food to WhatToCook
- add step timing
Bring over your top recipe links
Export/share links from your saved recipes and import them into WhatToCook. Start with the recipes you cook weekly.
- add step timing
Rebuild weekly planning routines
Plan your week in WhatToCook and keep it flexible—swap meals fast and re-generate the grocery list instantly.
- add step timing
Use shared lists for household shopping
Invite family or roommates to the grocery list so anyone can add items and check them off in real time.
№ 04— Questions
WhatToCook vs Samsung Food: FAQ
Quick answers before you decide
Is Whisk still available?
Whisk was rebranded as Samsung Food. Most features carry over under the Samsung Food name.
Which is better for households that shop together?
Both can generate shopping lists, but WhatToCook is built around shared lists and a simple plan‑to‑list flow.
Do I need Samsung appliances to use Samsung Food?
No. Samsung Food works on iOS/Android/web, but appliance integrations are a key benefit if you’re already in that ecosystem.
№ 05— The index
Other chapters
Same app, a different starting point.
№ 06— Reservation
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