Best Premade Meal Delivery Services Updated February 2026

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Best Premade Meal Delivery Services
2026 Buyer's GuideUpdated February 2026

9.9

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9.9

394 people chose Factor this month!
Up to $130 Off + Free Breakfast for 1 Yr, code WICKF130FJ
  • Prep: No-prep meals
  • Diets: Keto, low calorie, vegan, vegetarian
  • Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks, smoothies
  • Menu: 32 weekly options
  • Plans: Flexible subscription, pause or cancel anytime

9.9

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9.9

394 people chose Factor this month!
Up to $130 Off + Free Breakfast for 1 Yr, code WICKF130FJ
  • Prep: No-prep meals
  • Diets: Keto, low calorie, vegan, vegetarian
  • Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks, smoothies
  • Menu: 32 weekly options
  • Plans: Flexible subscription, pause or cancel anytime

9.8

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9.8

$4.99/Serving + Free Shipping + Free Dessert for Life, AFFGORDON
  • Prep: DIY meal kits and no-prep meals
  • Diets: Low carb, low calorie, vegetarian
  • Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks
  • Menu: 38 weekly options
  • Plans: Flexible subscription, pause or cancel anytime

9.8

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9.8

$4.99/Serving + Free Shipping + Free Dessert for Life, AFFGORDON
  • Prep: DIY meal kits and no-prep meals
  • Diets: Low carb, low calorie, vegetarian
  • Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks
  • Menu: 38 weekly options
  • Plans: Flexible subscription, pause or cancel anytime

9.5

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9.5

Up to $250 Off Through 5 Boxes
  • Prep: DIY meal kits
  • Diets: Low carb, low calorie, keto-friendly, vegan, vegetarian
  • Meals: Lunch and dinner
  • Menu: 100+ weekly recipes
  • Plans: Flexible subscription, pause or cancel anytime

9.5

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9.5

Up to $250 Off Through 5 Boxes
  • Prep: DIY meal kits
  • Diets: Low carb, low calorie, keto-friendly, vegan, vegetarian
  • Meals: Lunch and dinner
  • Menu: 100+ weekly recipes
  • Plans: Flexible subscription, pause or cancel anytime

9.4

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9.4

$90 Off Across 4 Boxes + Free Shipping
  • Prep: DIY meal kits and no prep meals
  • Diets: Paleo, vegetarian, gluten-free, carb-conscious, Mediterranean, diabetes-friendly, pescatarian, lean & clean, fresh & ready, dairy-free, soy-free, chef's choice
  • Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner as well as Marketplace items including snacks, grab-and-go lunch items, and specialty meats
  • Menu: 18+ meals to choose from weekly
  • Plans: Flexible subscription, skip or cancel anytime

9.4

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9.4

$90 Off Across 4 Boxes + Free Shipping
  • Prep: DIY meal kits and no prep meals
  • Diets: Paleo, vegetarian, gluten-free, carb-conscious, Mediterranean, diabetes-friendly, pescatarian, lean & clean, fresh & ready, dairy-free, soy-free, chef's choice
  • Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner as well as Marketplace items including snacks, grab-and-go lunch items, and specialty meats
  • Menu: 18+ meals to choose from weekly
  • Plans: Flexible subscription, skip or cancel anytime

9.2

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9.2

50% Off Your 1st Week + Free Cookies for Life
  • Prep: No-prep meals
  • Diets: Vegan, keto, vegetarian, paleo, Mediterranean, gluten-free, low calorie
  • Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks, drinks
  • Menu: 200+ weekly options
  • Plans: Flexible subscription; pause or cancel anytime

9.2

5

9.2

50% Off Your 1st Week + Free Cookies for Life
  • Prep: No-prep meals
  • Diets: Vegan, keto, vegetarian, paleo, Mediterranean, gluten-free, low calorie
  • Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks, drinks
  • Menu: 200+ weekly options
  • Plans: Flexible subscription; pause or cancel anytime

9.0

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9.0

Free Zwilling Chef’s Knife + 10 Free Meals, code BG10ZWILLING
  • Prep: DIY meal kits
  • Diets: Low carb, low calorie, vegetarian, pescatarian
  • Meals: Lunch and dinner
  • Menu: 50+ weekly options
  • Plans: Flexible subscription, pause or cancel anytime
  • Disclaimer: Applied as discount across 7 boxes, for new subscriptions only, varies by plan

9.0

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9.0

Free Zwilling Chef’s Knife + 10 Free Meals, code BG10ZWILLING
  • Prep: DIY meal kits
  • Diets: Low carb, low calorie, vegetarian, pescatarian
  • Meals: Lunch and dinner
  • Menu: 50+ weekly options
  • Plans: Flexible subscription, pause or cancel anytime
  • Disclaimer: Applied as discount across 7 boxes, for new subscriptions only, varies by plan

8.9

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8.9

20% Off Your First 2 orders, code WICKFIRE20
  • Prep: DIY meal kits
  • Diets: Low calorie, low carb, vegetarian, diabetic-friendly
  • Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
  • Menu: 70+ weekly options
  • Plans: Flexible subscription, pause or cancel anytime

8.9

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8.9

20% Off Your First 2 orders, code WICKFIRE20
  • Prep: DIY meal kits
  • Diets: Low calorie, low carb, vegetarian, diabetic-friendly
  • Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
  • Menu: 70+ weekly options
  • Plans: Flexible subscription, pause or cancel anytime

8.8

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8.8

60% Off Your 1st Box + Save on the Next Month
  • Prep: No-prep meals, ready in 3 minutes
  • Diets: Balanced, nutrient-rich meals including select Dietician Approved meals
  • Meals: Lunch and dinner
  • Menu: 20 options on a rotating menu each week, including new Pescatarian Meals and Cold-Pressed Juices
  • Plans: Flexible subscription, pause or cancel anytime

8.8

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8.8

60% Off Your 1st Box + Save on the Next Month
  • Prep: No-prep meals, ready in 3 minutes
  • Diets: Balanced, nutrient-rich meals including select Dietician Approved meals
  • Meals: Lunch and dinner
  • Menu: 20 options on a rotating menu each week, including new Pescatarian Meals and Cold-Pressed Juices
  • Plans: Flexible subscription, pause or cancel anytime

8.7

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8.7

18 Free Meals + Free Shipping on 1st Box
  • Prep: DIY meal kits and no-prep meals
  • Diets: Low carb, low calorie
  • Meals: Lunch and dinner
  • Menu: 38 weekly options
  • Plans: Flexible subscription, pause or cancel anytime

8.7

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8.7

18 Free Meals + Free Shipping on 1st Box
  • Prep: DIY meal kits and no-prep meals
  • Diets: Low carb, low calorie
  • Meals: Lunch and dinner
  • Menu: 38 weekly options
  • Plans: Flexible subscription, pause or cancel anytime

8.5

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8.5

18 Free Meals + Free Shipping on your 1st Box
  • Prep: DIY meal kits and no-prep meals
  • Diets: Low carb, low calorie
  • Meals: Lunch and dinner
  • Menu: 30+ weekly options
  • Plans: Flexible subscription, pause or cancel anytime

8.5

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8.5

18 Free Meals + Free Shipping on your 1st Box
  • Prep: DIY meal kits and no-prep meals
  • Diets: Low carb, low calorie
  • Meals: Lunch and dinner
  • Menu: 30+ weekly options
  • Plans: Flexible subscription, pause or cancel anytime

8.4

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8.4

35% Off Your 1st Order, code WF35
  • Prep: No-prep meals
  • Diets: Mediterranean, low carb, gluten-free, low-FODMAP, diabetes-friendly
  • Meals: Dietician-designed breakfast, lunch, and dinner
  • Menu: 30+ weekly options with optional dietician support
  • Plans: Flexible subscription, pause or cancel anytime

8.4

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8.4

35% Off Your 1st Order, code WF35
  • Prep: No-prep meals
  • Diets: Mediterranean, low carb, gluten-free, low-FODMAP, diabetes-friendly
  • Meals: Dietician-designed breakfast, lunch, and dinner
  • Menu: 30+ weekly options with optional dietician support
  • Plans: Flexible subscription, pause or cancel anytime

8.2

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8.2

$40 Off First 2 Orders
  • Prep: No-prep meals
  • Diets: Keto, low calorie, vegan, paleo, gluten-free
  • Meals: Lunch, dinner
  • Menu: 100+ weekly options
  • Plans: Flexible subscription, pause or cancel anytime

8.2

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8.2

$40 Off First 2 Orders
  • Prep: No-prep meals
  • Diets: Keto, low calorie, vegan, paleo, gluten-free
  • Meals: Lunch, dinner
  • Menu: 100+ weekly options
  • Plans: Flexible subscription, pause or cancel anytime

Our Top Choice

9.9

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9.9

394 people chose Factor this month!
Up to $130 Off + Free Breakfast for 1 Yr, code WICKF130FJ
  • Prep: No-prep meals
  • Diets: Keto, low calorie, vegan, vegetarian
  • Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks, smoothies
  • Menu: 32 weekly options
  • Plans: Flexible subscription, pause or cancel anytime

9.9

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9.9

394 people chose Factor this month!
Up to $130 Off + Free Breakfast for 1 Yr, code WICKF130FJ
  • Prep: No-prep meals
  • Diets: Keto, low calorie, vegan, vegetarian
  • Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks, smoothies
  • Menu: 32 weekly options
  • Plans: Flexible subscription, pause or cancel anytime

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Up to $130 Off + Free Breakfast for 1 Yr, code WICKF130FJ $4.99/Serving + Free Shipping + Free Dessert for Life, AFFGORDON Up to $250 Off Through 5 Boxes $90 Off Across 4 Boxes + Free Shipping 50% Off Your 1st Week + Free Cookies for Life Free Zwilling Chef’s Knife + 10 Free Meals, code BG10ZWILLING 20% Off Your First 2 orders, code WICKFIRE20 60% Off Your 1st Box + Save on the Next Month 18 Free Meals + Free Shipping on 1st Box 18 Free Meals + Free Shipping on your 1st Box 35% Off Your 1st Order, code WF35 $40 Off First 2 Orders
Deal Up to $130 Off + Free Breakfast for 1 Yr, code WICKF130FJ $4.99/Serving + Free Shipping + Free Dessert for Life, AFFGORDON Up to $250 Off Through 5 Boxes $90 Off Across 4 Boxes + Free Shipping 50% Off Your 1st Week + Free Cookies for Life Free Zwilling Chef’s Knife + 10 Free Meals, code BG10ZWILLING 20% Off Your First 2 orders, code WICKFIRE20 60% Off Your 1st Box + Save on the Next Month 18 Free Meals + Free Shipping on 1st Box 18 Free Meals + Free Shipping on your 1st Box 35% Off Your 1st Order, code WF35 $40 Off First 2 Orders
Prep
No-prep meals DIY meal kits and no-prep meals DIY meal kits DIY meal kits and no prep meals No-prep meals DIY meal kits DIY meal kits No-prep meals, ready in 3 minutes DIY meal kits and no-prep meals DIY meal kits and no-prep meals No-prep meals No-prep meals
Prep
No-prep meals DIY meal kits and no-prep meals DIY meal kits DIY meal kits and no prep meals No-prep meals DIY meal kits DIY meal kits No-prep meals, ready in 3 minutes DIY meal kits and no-prep meals DIY meal kits and no-prep meals No-prep meals No-prep meals
Diets
Keto, low calorie, vegan, vegetarian Low carb, low calorie, vegetarian Low carb, low calorie, keto-friendly, vegan, vegetarian Paleo, vegetarian, gluten-free, carb-conscious, Mediterranean, diabetes-friendly, pescatarian, lean & clean, fresh & ready, dairy-free, soy-free, chef's choice Vegan, keto, vegetarian, paleo, Mediterranean, gluten-free, low calorie Low carb, low calorie, vegetarian, pescatarian Low calorie, low carb, vegetarian, diabetic-friendly Balanced, nutrient-rich meals including select Dietician Approved meals Low carb, low calorie Low carb, low calorie Mediterranean, low carb, gluten-free, low-FODMAP, diabetes-friendly Keto, low calorie, vegan, paleo, gluten-free
Diets
Keto, low calorie, vegan, vegetarian Low carb, low calorie, vegetarian Low carb, low calorie, keto-friendly, vegan, vegetarian Paleo, vegetarian, gluten-free, carb-conscious, Mediterranean, diabetes-friendly, pescatarian, lean & clean, fresh & ready, dairy-free, soy-free, chef's choice Vegan, keto, vegetarian, paleo, Mediterranean, gluten-free, low calorie Low carb, low calorie, vegetarian, pescatarian Low calorie, low carb, vegetarian, diabetic-friendly Balanced, nutrient-rich meals including select Dietician Approved meals Low carb, low calorie Low carb, low calorie Mediterranean, low carb, gluten-free, low-FODMAP, diabetes-friendly Keto, low calorie, vegan, paleo, gluten-free
Meals
Breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks, smoothies Breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks Lunch and dinner Breakfast, lunch, and dinner as well as Marketplace items including snacks, grab-and-go lunch items, and specialty meats Breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks, drinks Lunch and dinner Breakfast, lunch, dinner Lunch and dinner Lunch and dinner Lunch and dinner Dietician-designed breakfast, lunch, and dinner Lunch, dinner
Meals
Breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks, smoothies Breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks Lunch and dinner Breakfast, lunch, and dinner as well as Marketplace items including snacks, grab-and-go lunch items, and specialty meats Breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks, drinks Lunch and dinner Breakfast, lunch, dinner Lunch and dinner Lunch and dinner Lunch and dinner Dietician-designed breakfast, lunch, and dinner Lunch, dinner
Menu
32 weekly options 38 weekly options 100+ weekly recipes 18+ meals to choose from weekly 200+ weekly options 50+ weekly options 70+ weekly options 20 options on a rotating menu each week, including new Pescatarian Meals and Cold-Pressed Juices 38 weekly options 30+ weekly options 30+ weekly options with optional dietician support 100+ weekly options
Menu
32 weekly options 38 weekly options 100+ weekly recipes 18+ meals to choose from weekly 200+ weekly options 50+ weekly options 70+ weekly options 20 options on a rotating menu each week, including new Pescatarian Meals and Cold-Pressed Juices 38 weekly options 30+ weekly options 30+ weekly options with optional dietician support 100+ weekly options
Plans
Flexible subscription, pause or cancel anytime Flexible subscription, pause or cancel anytime Flexible subscription, pause or cancel anytime Flexible subscription, skip or cancel anytime Flexible subscription; pause or cancel anytime Flexible subscription, pause or cancel anytime Flexible subscription, pause or cancel anytime Flexible subscription, pause or cancel anytime Flexible subscription, pause or cancel anytime Flexible subscription, pause or cancel anytime Flexible subscription, pause or cancel anytime Flexible subscription, pause or cancel anytime
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Flexible subscription, pause or cancel anytime Flexible subscription, pause or cancel anytime Flexible subscription, pause or cancel anytime Flexible subscription, skip or cancel anytime Flexible subscription; pause or cancel anytime Flexible subscription, pause or cancel anytime Flexible subscription, pause or cancel anytime Flexible subscription, pause or cancel anytime Flexible subscription, pause or cancel anytime Flexible subscription, pause or cancel anytime Flexible subscription, pause or cancel anytime Flexible subscription, pause or cancel anytime

Meal Delivery Buyer's Guide

Whether you're hoping to cut back on ordering takeout, eat healthier, or save time in the kitchen, a meal delivery service can solve all those problems and more. These days, you can choose between DIY meal kits with pre-portioned ingredients and simple instructions for cooking, or super easy heat-and-eat meals that don't require any cooking at all. 

We've reviewed and rated the most popular meal services on the market and helped break down which types are best based on prep method, diet type, and variety of meal options. Read on to find the best meal delivery services for busy singles, budget-conscious families, and everyone in between.

Visit our overall top pick for Premade Meal Delivery Services, Factor.


Our Top 3 Meal Delivery Picks


1. Factor - 9.9

Factor provides its customers the ability to enjoy chef-prepared, pre-made meals that are ready to eat within minutes. Plus, Factor eliminates the mess factor by providing BPA-free, CPET individual plastic containers for each meal. Read our full Factor review.


2. Home Chef - 9.8

Home Chef is a top-tier meal delivery service that provides its customers maximal customizability in terms of quantity of meals, actual meal recipes, what specific day the food is delivered, and all at a highly competitive cost when compared to other meal delivery services. Read our full Home Chef review.


3. Martha Stewart & Marley Spoon - 9.5

Martha Stewart & Marley Spoon is a meal delivery service that provides inspired recipes and pre-portioned ingredients so you can prepare chef-worthy meals in the comfort of your home. You can choose from over 100 exciting recipes every week that offer authentic flavors and smart preparation. Read our full Martha Stewart & Marley Spoon review.

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