Our meal delivery experts have logged more than five years of cooking more than 75 meal kits and tasting upwards of 100 prepared meals, from popular meal delivery services to help land on our list of the best cheap meal subscriptions.
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Life’s busier than ever -- at least it seems that way -- and carving out time to plan a week’s worth of meals, let alone shop for all the ingredients, can feel impossible. But that doesn’t mean you’re stuck with takeout or junk food, and it doesn't mean you have to spend a fortune on dining out and delivery. Meal delivery kits make it easy to enjoy healthy, flavorful dishes without the hassle, and today’s options are better than ever. With plenty of budget-friendly choices -- some as cheap as $6 per serving -- you can save time, eat well and even cut costs.
What's the best cheap meal delivery service overall?
EveryPlate has the cheapest meal kits of any service I tried. David Watsky/CNET
There are many reasons to delve into the world of meal delivery services. For one thing, groceries aren't as cheap as they used to be, but luckily, meal kit prices have remained relatively stable, which in some instance make them a better bargain in 2025.
With all this new information, you might be wondering what the best cheap meal delivery service actually is. After much testing, I've found that there are plenty of options with services as cheap as $6 a serving. If you're looking for the most affordable meal kits, you can't go wrong with EveryPlate or Mosaic Foods, which is a vegetarian favorite. At CNET, we've tested EveryPlate numerous times over the years, and the budget-friendly option is the best cheap meal kit delivery service and has always stayed consistent.
There are great budget-friendly options available, including services that offer nutritious vegan meals and meal kits for $6 per serving. For those looking to elevate their meals, some meal kit services even include steak and seafood in their standard plans without extra charges.
Here are the most affordable meal delivery services in 2025, plus, why they impressed us.
Cheapest meal delivery services for 2025
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