Best budget meal delivery 2026
Lowest price per serving — ranked by value.
EveryPlateWatch out: Recipe variety matters — HelloFresh or Gousto have significantly more choice
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HelloFreshWatch out: Budget is your priority — EveryPlate (same company) costs less for similar meals
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Mindful ChefWatch out: Budget is your main concern — it sits at the premium end
Read the full Mindful Chef review →Side by side
| Factor | 💰 EveryPlate | 🍳 Gousto | 🥗 HelloFresh | 🥘 Mindful Chef |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 7.7 | 8.3 | 7.9 | 8.0 |
| Type | Meal kit | Meal kit | Meal kit | Prepared |
| Best deal | From £1.87/serving | 60% off first box | Free meals + 20% off | Up to 30% off first orders |
| Week 2 price | From £4.99/serving (2 people, 3 meals) | From £6.99/serving (2 people, 3 meals) | From £7.99/serving (2 people, 3 meals) | From ~£6/meal (frozen ready meals) |
| Delivery | £3.99 per box | Free over £30, otherwise £3.99 | £3.99 per box | Free over £42, otherwise from £3.95 |
Frequently asked
+What is the best budget meal delivery right now?
EveryPlate is our current top pick — best budget meal kit, lowest price per serving.
+How do you rank these services?
We score each service on the factors that matter for this category, weigh the ongoing price over the welcome offer, and rank editorially. We are never paid for placement.
+Are the prices the real ongoing cost?
The comparison table shows the week-two price, not the discounted first box, so you see what you will actually pay.
+Do these deliver to the UK and Ireland?
This list is filtered to services that deliver to Great Britain. Coverage notes appear on each review where Ireland or other countries differ.
+Can I cancel anytime?
Every service here lets you cancel or skip online before a weekly cutoff. Check each review for the exact deadline.