Cookoff
Runs Your Cook-Off
Like a Pro
Everything You Need for Amazing Cook-Offs
Points voting, rubric scoring, QR code joining, and instant results - everything a cook-off needs, free.
Team Collaboration
Create your own cookoffs and invite collaborators to help organize and manage events.
Flexible Scoring
Choose between points-based voting or detailed scoring with custom criteria.
Instant Winner Reveal
Scores stay hidden while voting is open. Finalize, and results and winner badges land at once.
Secure & Private
Your events stay completely private. Invite links let judges participate instantly.
Native iOS App
Full-featured iOS app with Face ID support, invite QR scanning, and beautiful animations.
Blind Tasting
Hide cook names, or dish names entirely, until the results are in. No popularity votes, just the food.
Personal Judge Cards
Every judge gets a shareable card after results showing how their picks stacked up against the actual winners.
One-Tap Results Email
Send every judge their personal results link the moment you finalize - no chasing anyone down after the fact.
Judge-Submitted Dishes
Let guests add their own dish from the invite link, so the lineup doesn’t have to be set ahead of time.
Up and Running in Minutes
Three simple steps from setup to winners
Create Your Cookoff
Pick a scoring style (Points or Scoring), add your categories and dishes, and turn on blind tasting if you want it.
Share the Invite Link
Generate a QR code or share link. Judges join instantly from their phone - no download or password needed.
Vote and Crown Winners
Results are revealed instantly when voting closes. Finalize and share winner badges when voting wraps up.
Perfect for Any Cook-Off
Whether it's five friends or fifty coworkers, Cookoff scales to fit
Chili Cook-Offs
Bake-Offs
BBQ Contests
Potluck Competitions
Family Cook-Offs
Built for How Cook-Offs Actually Run
A few ways people put Cookoff to work
Office Chili Cook-Off
Thirty coworkers scan one QR code and have their scores in before the food gets cold.
Neighborhood BBQ
An annual block-party tradition - rubric scoring judges taste, tenderness, and presentation separately for a fairer result.
Family Bake-Off
A holiday tradition where results appear the instant voting closes, right as everyone argues over who had the best frosting.
Fundraiser Taco Night
Set up in minutes for a community fundraiser, with the results reveal keeping the room engaged all night.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know before your first cookoff
Is Cookoff really free?
Yes, completely free. No credit card required, no premium tiers, no hidden fees. Create unlimited cookoffs and invite as many judges as you need.
Do judges need to create an account?
Judges don't need a password or an existing account. Scan the QR code or tap the link, enter your name and email, and you're voting - nothing to download.
What types of events can I use Cookoff for?
Chili cook-offs, bake-offs, BBQ contests, potluck competitions, fundraiser taste-tests, family cooking competitions, and more. If people are voting on food, Cookoff has you covered.
What's the difference between Points and Scoring?
Points gives each judge a fixed pool to distribute across dishes, perfect for casual events where you want quick voting. Scoring lets you define multiple criteria (like taste, presentation, and creativity) each rated on a 10-star scale, giving you more detailed and nuanced judging.
Is there an iOS app?
Yes! A full-featured native iOS app with Face ID login, admin controls, and QR code scanning. Available free on the App Store.
From the Blog
Tips and guides for running better cook-offs
How to Run a Cook-Off Fundraiser That Actually Raises Money
Step-by-step guide with a 6-week timeline, entry fees, tasting tickets, sponsorships, and digital voting setup.
Read moreHow to Run a Chili Cook-Off at Work
Break-room logistics, allergen rules that keep HR happy, a $65-100 budget, and a day-of checklist.
Read morePoints vs Scoring: Which Judging Style?
Not sure how to score your cook-off? This guide breaks down both methods so you can pick the right one.
Read moreDitch the Paper Ballots: Why Cook-Offs Go Digital
What paper actually costs you in errors, ties, and dead time - and when it is still the right call.
Read moreReady to Host Your
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