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LifeChef Review 2023

LifeChef delivers pre-made, health-conscious meals directly to customers’ doors. Our favorite aspect of LifeChef is menu customization. In addition to tailored-made menu recommendations by LifeChef nutritionists, LifeChef customers can mix and match proteins, sides, and extras of each meal to make every entree unique. Based in the East Coast, LifeChef is available in seven select U.S. states as well as Washington, D.C.

If you care about convenience and customizability, LifeChef is the meal delivery kit for you.

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Highlights

  • 100% pre-made meals, ready to heat and eat in 2 minutes
  • Mix and match meal components to create 100+ unique meals
  • All ingredients are non-GMO and preservative-free
  • Multiple diet options: keto, vegan, gluten-free, and many more

Where is LifeChef Available?

LifeChef available is in the following U.S. states and territories:

  • Connecticut
  • Delaware
  • Maryland
  • Massachusetts
  • New Jersey
  • New York
  • Pennsylvania
  • Rhode Island
  • Washington D.C.

About LifeChef

LifeChef’s philosophy is simple: everyone deserves delicious, convenient, health-focused meals delivered right to their door. By uniting chefs, nutritionists, and doctors, the LifeChef team developed a rotating menu that is based on the tastes people are looking for.

No matter your diet preferences and ingredient restrictions, LifeChef offers restaurant-quality, fully-customizable meals delivered right to your door.

How LifeChef Works

New customers start by selecting the number of ready-to-eat meals they’d like for their upcoming shipment. You can choose between four and eighteen meals to receive per shipment.

After selecting the number of meals, new customers take a short, dietitian-designed nutrition questionnaire. You’ll be asked to describe the kinds of foods you like and don’t like, mark down any diets you follow, and list any dietary restrictions you may have.

LifeChef nutritionists and chefs then use your responses to build a customized menu for your first delivery. As you build out your order, you have the option to ignore these recommendations and select any meals that you like.

Although all meal delivery companies allow you to customize your shipment based on your dietary needs and preferences, LifeChef takes it a step further by designing their meals around a “component” system. Components are the proteins, sides, and extras that form your meals.

LifeChef encourages customers to swap these components to build unique meals. If you order the beef stroganoff, roasted carrots, and spaghetti squash meal, you can swap any of these core components to a different option; maybe you’d prefer to swap beef for salmon, or squash for broccoli. The choice is always up to you!

After confirming your meal choices, you simply add your shipping information and pay.

Pricing

Meal prices vary by the menu item. On average, a six-meal delivery will cost about $75 before shipping. Shipping costs an additional $8.99 on average.

For each new weekly shipment, customers can add or subtract the total number of meals they’d like delivered, can customize their meal selections, and can skip ordering for the week altogether.

Packaging

LifeChef deliveries arrive directly to your door chilled and insulated, meaning the meals inside will stay fresh for a few hours after arriving. Meals should be transferred to the refrigerator on the day of delivery.

LifeChef meals last up to seven days in the refrigerator.

Final Thoughts

We recommend LifeChef meals to anyone looking for a convenient, customizable solution to meal times. LifeChef’s component customization makes every meal uniquely delicious. Plus, LifeChef’s pre-made model is hard to beat: to make dinner, all you have to do is microwave your meal for two minutes and you’re ready to chow.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Simply choose your meal plan, select your preferred meals from the weekly menu, and your meals will be delivered to your home. You can customize your plan to fit your dietary preferences, health goals, daily routines, family size, sweet tooth, and more.
Meal delivery services typically fall into a few categories: (1) Premade, Ready-to-Heat Meals that are fully prepared and just need to be heated. And (2) DIY Meal Kits that provide all the ingredients and instructions needed to cook a meal from scratch. Most services offer a combination of pre-cooked meals and meal kits, giving you the flexibility to choose based on your schedule and preferences. Many services also offer a selection of grocery items, such as smoothies, prepared soups, snacks, desserts, and pantry staples, which can be added to your weekly orders.
Absolutely! Most services allow you to customize your meal plan based on your taste preferences, dietary needs, health goals, the number of meals you need per week–You can even customize your delivery with family plans designed for little mouths or picky eaters.
Yes, many meal delivery services offer options for various dietary needs, including vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, keto, and paleo. Most services also offer meal plans designed for specific health goals, including high-protein, low-sugar, low-calorie, veggie-focused, and more.
Deliveries are typically packaged in insulated boxes to keep meals fresh during transit. Each meal is individually packaged and labeled for easy identification. Boxes may also contain ice packs or cooling materials to maintain the correct temperature for 6+ hours if you aren't home to receive the delivery right away. Packaging is usually designed to be eco-friendly and recyclable.
Pricing varies by service and plan but typically ranges from $7 to $11 per serving. New-customer discounts often reduce this price to roughly $4 to $7 per serving, with added bonuses like free breakfast items or beverages for life. Check each service's website for current promotions and pricing details.
Most meal delivery services offer flexible subscription plans with no long-term commitment. You can cancel or pause your subscription at any time without penalty. If you're not satisfied, you can contact the service for resolution, which may include refunds or credits.