DupeBrew
iOS app for cafe drink dupes / copycat coffee recipes you can make at home
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Overview
DupeBrew is a mobile app designed to help coffee enthusiasts save money by recreating their favorite cafe drinks at home. The app works by allowing users to scan a cafe cup, receipt, or menu board with their iPhone camera, which then matches the drink to a reverse-engineered home recipe. Users can track the cost difference between making the drink at home versus buying it at a cafe, helping them visualize their savings over time. The app features 453+ copycat recipes across 10 major coffee chains including Starbucks, Dunkin', Tim Hortons, Peet's, and McCafé. Beyond the iOS app, DupeBrew offers a free web recipe library where anyone can browse recipes without downloading the app. The premium tier ($49.99/year with a one-week free trial) unlocks additional features including an AI barista assistant called Pip and pantry-aware recipe suggestions. DupeBrew is built by SNS Studio and is not affiliated with any of the cafe brands featured in its catalog.
Key features
Receipt and Cup Scanning
Point your camera at a cafe receipt, menu board, or drink to instantly match it to a home recipe.
453+ Copycat Recipes
Access recipes for cafe-style drinks across Starbucks, Dunkin', Tim Hortons, Peet's, McCafé, and more.
Savings Tracking
Automatically log and track how much money you save by making drinks at home versus buying them at cafes.
AI Barista Assistant
Pip, the AI barista, provides personalized recipe suggestions and guidance for premium users.
Pantry-Aware Suggestions
Get recipe recommendations based on the ingredients and equipment you already have at home.
Free Web Recipe Library
Browse all 453+ recipes on dupebrew.com without downloading the app.
Use cases
- 1
Budget-Conscious Coffee Lovers
Track and reduce spending on daily cafe visits by learning to make favorite drinks at home.
- 2
Home Baristas
Discover reverse-engineered recipes for popular cafe drinks to expand your home brewing repertoire.
- 3
Expense Trackers
Monitor personal spending patterns and visualize savings from switching cafe purchases to home brewing.
- 4
Recipe Explorers
Browse a free library of 453+ copycat coffee recipes across major cafe brands without any app purchase.
FAQ
How does DupeBrew match my cafe drink to a recipe?
Point your iPhone camera at a cafe cup, receipt, or menu board. DupeBrew uses image recognition to identify the drink and matches it to a reverse-engineered home recipe in its database.
Do I need special equipment to make these recipes?
No. DupeBrew recipes are built around gear you likely already own, such as espresso shots, syrup, milk, and ice. The app provides pantry-aware suggestions based on what you have.
Is DupeBrew affiliated with Starbucks, Dunkin', or other cafe brands?
No. DupeBrew is not affiliated with any cafe brand. All recipes are independent copycats created for home use only.
Can I use DupeBrew without paying?
Yes. The iOS app is free to download and use, and there is a free web recipe library at dupebrew.com/recipes with all 453+ recipes. Premium features ($49.99/year) include AI barista assistance and advanced pantry tracking.
What platforms is DupeBrew available on?
DupeBrew is available as a native iOS app on the App Store and as a free web recipe library at dupebrew.com. Android is not currently supported.
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