Revive Your Love of Cooking With a Meal Kit Service
Vote for the Top Meal Kit Service
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Making dinner can feel like THE dreaded chore after a day with a fussy baby or nonstop client calls at the office. But what if someone curated a meal plan for you, delivering the groceries right to your doorstep? These meal kits ease end-of-day stress by doing exactly that. We’ve found the top services that save time, provide quality, seasonal ingredients, and offer straightforward recipes. If you’ve got parent dinners under control but are struggling with what to feed your baby, we even found a subscription service just for kids. Already a loyal subscriber to one of these kits? Let our community know who your favorite is by casting a vote!
Top Meal Kits of 2025 Nominees
Blue Apron
Often rated as one of the best meal kits, Blue Apron offers easy-to-follow recipes that are consistent in terms of taste and quality of ingredients. In fact, 80% of what Blue Apron uses in its kits is sourced directly from producers and farmers. Five dietary preferences help you customize your box to fit your family’s needs, and menus are available up to four weeks in advance to help with planning.
CookUnity
CookUnity serves up fresh, restaurant-quality meals right to your doorstep. Unlike the traditional meal kit that requires you to cook most of your ingredients, CookUnity dishes are fully prepared by professional chefs, making these boxes perfect for tired parents. Their ability to accommodate allergies and dietary needs is an added perk that nursing moms will especially appreciate.
Dinnerly
Uncomplicated and incredibly affordable, Dinnerly is the meal kit for moms on a budget. Choose from over 100 recipes each week, and filter by terms like “no chop” or “one pot” for options that get supper on the table in a flash. Inside each box, you’ll find a mix of fresh (and sometimes name-brand) ingredients crafted to offer everything from vegan dishes to family-friendly favorites.
EveryPlate
If you enjoy straightforward recipes with predictable results, you’ll love EveryPlate’s approach to meal kits. Each dish comes together in six steps in 30 minutes or less, and its use of simple ingredients and low packaging add to its effortlessness while keeping costs reasonable. Additionally, EveryPlate’s plans include the option to serve six people per meal, making it a good choice for larger families.
Factor
Featuring dietitian-approved, chef-prepared meals, Factor caters to eight different dietary preferences so moms can up their protein or fiber easily while caring for a new baby. There are no recipe cards or multi-step processes for these dishes—just heat and enjoy! With a focus on whole-food ingredients, Factor has up to 40 weekly menu items, as well as 65+ add-ons for a quick breakfast or snack.
Gobble
Is your baby struggling with their nap schedule? Gobble’s meal kits may become your dinnertime best friend during this unpredictable season of life. Users praise Gobble for being easier and quicker than other kit options, as each dish should take only about 15 minutes to make. Veggies come chopped and sauces are premade, which is a saving grace when the baby starts crying 10 minutes into dinner prep.
GoldBelly
A great gift idea for the new mom in your life, GoldBelly is not a typical meal subscription service. Instead, it sources famous dishes from well-known restaurants and chefs from across the country and delivers them to your front door. Celebrate the arrival of a new little one with a DIY sushi kit from Blue Ribbon Sushi in New York City, or splurge on a steak and butter kit curated by Chef Daniel Boulud.
Green Chef
Organic, fresh produce and high-quality meat and fish make Green Chef the go-to choice for clean eating. With 80+ recipe options a week, including creative vegetarian options, you’ll have an endless supply of variety. Premeasured and prepped ingredients provide a seamless cooking experience, too. Tip: Green Chef offers a free nutrition coaching session even for those considering becoming a subscriber.
HelloFresh
Widely recognized as one of America’s best meal kits, HelloFresh sets itself apart with protein-packed portions, visually pleasing recipe cards, and an extensive weekly menu of 100+ meal and market items. The easy-to-follow instructions make it user-friendly for those new in the kitchen, and if you’re concerned about waste, the company tries to use less plastic packaging than competitors and relies heavily on paper instead.
Home Chef
Home Chef has been making the mom influencer rounds for years and for good reason; it offers meal kits specifically tailored to families with picky eaters. Home Chef also has an assortment of options, from classic kits and express meals to oven-ready portions that come in a disposable pan. You can even mix and match the options if you only have one night to dedicate to making a complete recipe.
Hungryroot
Think of Hungryroot as the Trader Joe’s of meal kits, providing a mix of semi-prepared proteins (from a brand you probably already love!) alongside raw veggies that you’ll chop and roast. It’s a great time-saving option for the mom who loves to cook but only has 15-20 minutes to make dinner. With over 1,0000 grocery items and 15,000 recipes, Hungryroot makes it easy to shop for your whole week, too.
Little Spoon
Starting solids can be overwhelming, but Little Spoon takes the pressure off with its meal subscription service for your baby or toddler. Crafted by nationally renowned experts, these dishes are balanced, nutritious, and inspired by EU standards for product inclusions. Begin your journey with Little Spoon’s blends and pouches, and graduate to finger foods for pre-cut ingredients that are easy to grab.
Marley Spoon
Coming out of the newborn fog and want to get back into cooking? Marley Spoon is ideal for moms who love to be in the kitchen but want to learn new tricks and mix up the routine. Its advanced recipes (choose from over 100 each week) include fresh, seasonal ingredients that come together in six steps because even the best cooks don’t have all night to make dinner.
Purple Carrot
Designed for those who follow a plant-based diet, Purple Carrot has a mix of meal kit and heat-and-eat options. You’ll also be able to choose a program-based plan that can jumpstart you into upping your veggies with four days of breakfasts, lunches, and dinners. Concerned about getting enough protein? Just build your box with meals that are marked by Purple Carrot’s high-protein badge.
Sunbasket
Sunbasket’s focus on nutrient-dense meals made from high-quality ingredients and organic produce creates an explosion of color on each prepared plate. Past customers report that the variety and constantly rotating flavor profiles of the meals kept them interested, and eco-conscious consumers also like that most of the packaging is recyclable or compostable.
The Cumin Club
Shelf stable and ready in just five minutes, dishes from The Cumin Club are a lifesaver on busy days when you only have a short window to throw dinner together. To prepare, just add boiling water because every pouch is freeze-dried; there’s no long list of additives or preservatives, just authentic flavors from across India. All meals are vegetarian so that you can customize them to your dietary needs.
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