Getting started
How to set up FoodsPlans, and answers to common questions
A quick start guide plus straight answers, all based on the app's own listing.
The setup steps and answers below follow the app's own onboarding and listing, checked on 2026-09-22. It's free to start; Premium raises the limits.
Step 1 — Install
Install FoodsPlans from the App Store; it needs an iPhone on iOS 15.0 or newer. It’s free to start.
Step 2 — Save your dishes
Save your go-to dishes and organize them into lists with custom categories. Optionally add photos or generate dish images with AI so the collection looks tidy.
Step 3 — Plan the week
Open the weekly planner and drag dishes into meal slots, and create multiple weeks to plan ahead.
Step 4 — Generate the grocery list
Pick a week, set the number of people, and generate a grocery list grouped by category. Check off items as you shop.
Step 5 — Share with family or a partner
Optionally share a dish list with family or a partner so they can subscribe and stay in sync with your latest updates.
| Step | What you do |
|---|---|
| 1. Install | Get FoodsPlans free from the App Store (iOS 15.0+) |
| 2. Save dishes | Add your meals; organize with custom categories |
| 3. Plan the week | Drag dishes into slots; create multiple weeks |
| 4. Grocery list | Set headcount; generate a categorized list |
| 5. Share | Share a dish list; others subscribe to updates |
Frequently asked questions
What does FoodsPlans do?
Saves your dishes, plans your week, and generates a categorized grocery list; you can also share dish lists with others.
Is it a diet or nutrition app?
No — it explicitly has no calorie counting and no macro tracking; it's a meal planner.
How does the grocery list work?
Pick a planned week and a number of people, tap generate, and AI builds a shopping list grouped by category.
What's free vs Premium?
The free tier covers a set number of dishes, a couple of weeks, and a small monthly allowance of AI grocery lists and images. Premium raises those limits and adds unlimited list subscriptions and shopping-list editing.
How much is Premium?
It's a monthly or yearly subscription; the listing doesn't name a price, so check current terms in the app.
Can I share my plan?
Yes — share dish lists with family, friends, or a partner, and they can subscribe to your updates.
What platforms and languages?
iPhone, iOS 15.0 or newer, with English and Ukrainian support. No Android or web version is listed.