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The small amount of waste in terms of packaging was also a big plus.

I also like that you have the option of 2, 3 or 4 meals per week, because busy weeks often don't allow time to cook more than two meals like this. OVERALL THOUGHTS: I was super happy with the quality of the produce, meat and fish - I probably wouldn't buy such nice steak or fish for myself at the grocery store, so this made the price worth it for me. Although the drop-off window was very large, I liked that the courier's name and contact info was provided in case there were any issues. The page shows the progress as the box makes its way to you (courier assigned, picked up, and delivered). I received a tracking link that showed me where the box was being picked up from and provided a time window for drop-off at my address. Each of the meals were substantial, which means I had leftovers to spare - and that's always a bonus.ĭELIVERY: The delivery was easy. VALUE: Two meals per week (which yield two servings each) sets you back $47.80 per week, plus $7.95 shipping. Left: Plated\’s recipe card right: hannah\'s creation Plated / Hannah Doolin Here's how each kit scored, from amazing to just okay:

That's why we decided to divide and conquer, reviewing the top names in the game: Blue Apron, Chef'd, Plated, Hello Fresh, and Green Chef.įive editors each took on a service, putting two recipes to the test and rating the brand (on a scale of 1 to 10) based on price and value, clarity and ease of recipes, variety of meal options, and the quality of the final product.

With an overwhelming number of options, it can be difficult to decipher which kit is actually worth the (sometimes hefty) price tag and your time. Their continually rising popularity means you've more than likely tried your hand at one, or at least been tempted by a free trial - because what's not to love about a healthy, ready-to-cook meal dropped at your door that will teach you new techniques along the way? What started as small trend in 2012 has grown into a massive $400 million market that includes more than a dozen companies touting easier-than-ever dinners. The flood of meal kit delivery services like Blue Apron and Hello Fresh has hit an all-time high.