Final Verdict
Factor is our top pick given its convenient, ready-to-heat keto meals that have been developed with the help of registered dietitians. Plus, the nutrition team can provide customers with additional support if needed since the keto diet can be challenging to follow, especially when starting out. Additionally, we liked the sourcing practices at Factor and the variety of meals available for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Frequently Asked Questions
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How Much Do Keto Meal Delivery Services Cost?Keto meal delivery services range in price depending on the service, and whether you’re ordering meal kits or ready-to-heat meals. The meal kits will be less expensive, starting at $6.99 per serving for larger family meal kits. Single-serving ready-to-heat meals can be as high as $15 per meal, but the average is typically around $10 per serving.
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How Do You Start a Ketogenic Diet?A ketogenic diet is one of the most challenging diets to follow since it’s very restrictive and it requires a strong understanding of nutrition. It’s a low carbohydrate, high-fiber, high-fat diet designed to help the body burn fat for fuel instead of glucose (this is called a ketogenic state). Those on a keto diet will likely calculate “net carbs” which are the number of carbohydrates in a food after subtracting the amount of fiber in it. Since this type of diet can be very overwhelming, meal delivery services make it easier to follow the keto diet and better ensure you’re getting the right nutrients.
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Can Keto Meal Delivery Services Help With Meal Prep?Particularly if you’re new to the keto diet, using a keto meal delivery service can help with planning meals and getting the right nutrients, since many of them are developed by dietitians. Some meal delivery services such as Hungryroot are especially helpful for meal prep since they deliver groceries based on a set of recipes chosen each week. Others offer bulk ordering, which can help stock your fridge with a la carte proteins and sides for easy meal assembly during the week.
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How Do You Choose a Keto Meal Delivery Service?Choosing a meal delivery service can be a daunting task, considering all of the options available. The first major decision is whether you want a meal delivery service that offers meal kits where you do the cooking yourself or single-serving ready-to-heat meals which come precooked—or a service that offers both. Once you’ve made that decision, consider the following factors:
- Price: The cost per meal varies depending on the company and plan. If you are using a meal delivery service on a regular basis, this can be an important factor.
- Menu Type and Variety: Some meal delivery services have two dozen different menu items and others have hundreds or even thousands. Some menus also change more frequently than others and offer more variety. Also, take a look at what types of meals are offered. For example, decide if you need breakfast items or snacks since many services may only offer lunch or dinner meals.
- Dietary Restrictions or Preferences: Some meal delivery services have limited or no customization options, so if you follow a specific dietary plan or have any food allergies, you will need to find a service that accommodates these specifications.
- Serving Sizes: Consider whether you want single-serving meals or if you want to prepare a recipe with multiple servings for leftovers or for your family.
- Nutritional Support: Some services, especially those with specific dietary plans or those designed for weight loss, will have registered dietitians on staff who are available for complimentary or fee-based consultations.
- Sourcing Standards: Many meal delivery companies are very transparent about their ingredient sourcing and some are even certified organic.
Methodology
We ordered, cooked, and evaluated meals from 40 different meal delivery services to rate each one’s offerings, nutrition profiles, prices, sustainability, and, of course, flavors. We contacted the customer service teams at each of the companies, collected data, and rigorously reviewed each business.
Our Verywell Fit writers are all registered dieticians who relied on their research and its resulting data to inform their reviews.
Important
Verywell Fit does not provide medical advice, so before signing up for any of our keto meal delivery recommendations, it’s best to consult with a healthcare professional to make sure it’s a service that fits your dietary wants and/or requirements.