Productivity & Utilities · iPhone · iPad · Free · Premium
BBQ | Meat Recipes & Calculator
Calculate exactly how much meat, veg and sides to buy for any barbecue, then shop from an auto-generated list.
What BBQ Calculator does
Planning a barbecue usually means guessing: too much meat left over, not enough vegetables, a forgotten sauce, and a grocery bill bigger than expected. BBQ Calculator replaces the guesswork with a simple calculation based on who is coming and how long the party lasts.
Enter the number of guests, split them by age group, set the duration, and the app returns accurate portions for meat, vegetables, sides and extras. From there it builds a shopping list you can tick off in the store, so you buy exactly what you need and nothing more.
An illustrated recipe collection covers grilling techniques and preparation steps, and you can switch between kilograms and pounds to match your region. The interface is deliberately minimal: open the app, enter guests, get the list.
Key features
Portion calculator
Precise quantities of meat, vegetables and sides based on guest count, age groups and event length.
Smart shopping list
A ready-to-use list generated from the calculation; check items off as you shop.
Budget control
Avoid overbuying and food waste. Many users save up to 30% compared with buying by intuition.
Illustrated recipes
Step-by-step BBQ and grill recipes with clear instructions.
Kilograms or pounds
Choose the units you shop in.
Clean interface
No clutter: one screen to enter guests, one to shop.
iPhone and iPad
Universal app with a layout for both devices.
Three languages
English, German and Russian.
Best for
- Working out how much meat to buy for a party of 12 adults and 5 kids.
- Creating a grocery list for a weekend cookout in one tap.
- Keeping the barbecue budget under control.
- Finding a grill recipe and prep steps while shopping.
Who it is for
- Home grillers and BBQ hosts
- Anyone organising a picnic, birthday or company cookout
- People who want to stop overbuying food
How it works
- Enter the number of guests and their age groups.
- Set how long the event will last.
- Review the calculated portions and open the shopping list.
- Tick off items in the store and pick a recipe for the grill.
Price
Free download. Premium unlocks the extended recipe collection, detailed calculation logic and an ad-free experience.
Frequently asked questions
How does the app decide how much meat per person?
It uses portion norms adjusted for adults, children and event duration, then sums them into exact quantities for meat, vegetables and sides.
Can I switch between kg and lb?
Yes, you can choose kilograms or pounds in settings.
Is there a shopping list?
Yes. The app turns the calculation into a shopping list with check boxes.
What does Premium include?
An extended recipe collection, detailed calculation logic and no ads.
Does it work on iPad?
Yes, the app is universal for iPhone and iPad.
What's new in version 2.0
Released June 26, 2026
- Updating onboarding. Updated receipts
Get BBQ Calculator on your iPhone
Free download from the App Store. iOS 16.0 or later.