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| Feature | Home Chef | Marley Spoon |
|---|---|---|
| Starting price | From 9.95 per serving | From 8.99 per serving |
| Meals per week | 2-5 recipes | 2-4 recipes |
| Servings per meal | 2 or 4 | 2 or 4 |
| Shipping fee | Around 10 per box | Around 10 per box |
| Free trial offer | Yes (varies) | Yes (varies) |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Home Chef or Marley Spoon?
Home Chef is better for flexible customization and oven-ready meal options while Marley Spoon wins for Martha Stewart recipes and flexible serving sizes. The right pick depends on your priorities - see our score table above for a full breakdown.
Can you pause Home Chef and Marley Spoon?
Yes, both Home Chef and Marley Spoon let you pause deliveries from your account dashboard. You can typically skip 1 to 4 weeks at a time without canceling. Log into your account before the weekly cutoff (usually Wednesday) to pause the following week.
Which has better meal variety, Home Chef or Marley Spoon?
Home Chef offers 30+ recipes per week on average, while Marley Spoon offers 25+. Both rotate their menus weekly. If variety is your top concern, check each brand's current menu before committing.
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