How Much Does EveryPlate Cost in 2026? Full Box Math
EveryPlate is the budget arm of the HelloFresh Group. It shares the same supply chain and weekly recipe API as HelloFresh but strips out premium packaging and recipe complexity to keep the per-serving price low. This page works through every number: all plan sizes, what you actually pay across the first four weeks, how EveryPlate stacks up against Dinnerly and HelloFresh on a like-for-like basis, and what an annual subscription costs a family of four.
For a quick three-sentence summary and two FAQs, see the cost section of our EveryPlate review. This page is the deep asset.
EveryPlate Plan Prices: Full Matrix (2026)
EveryPlate offers 3, 4, or 5 recipes per week for 2, 4, or 6 people. The per-serving price drops modestly on 4- and 5-person plans and on 6-person plans. Every plan carries the same $10.99 flat shipping fee.
| Plan | Servings | Per serving | Food cost | Shipping | Weekly total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 people × 3 recipes | 6 | $5.99 | $35.94 | $10.99 | $46.93 |
| 2 people × 4 recipes | 8 | $5.79 | $46.32 | $10.99 | $57.31 |
| 2 people × 5 recipes | 10 | $5.79 | $57.90 | $10.99 | $68.89 |
| 4 people × 3 recipes | 12 | $5.99 | $71.88 | $10.99 | $82.87 |
| 4 people × 4 recipes | 16 | $5.79 | $92.64 | $10.99 | $103.63 |
| 4 people × 5 recipes | 20 | $5.79 | $115.80 | $10.99 | $126.79 |
| 6 people × 3 recipes | 18 | $5.59 | $100.62 | $10.99 | $111.61 |
| 6 people × 4 recipes | 24 | $5.59 | $134.16 | $10.99 | $145.15 |
| 6 people × 5 recipes | 30 | $5.59 | $167.70 | $10.99 | $178.69 |
EveryPlate does not offer a solo plan. Minimum is 2 people × 3 recipes (6 servings). Premium recipe upgrades add $3.99, $4.99 per serving on top of the plan price when chosen.
What You Actually Pay: The First Four Weeks
First-box promotions advertise a headline price that only applies to week 1. Weeks 2 to 4 revert to the standard rate. On the most common entry plan (2 people, 3 recipes):
| Box | Per serving | Food cost | Shipping | Box total | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Week 1 | $2.99 | $17.94 | $10.99 | $28.93 | Intro promo (typical affiliate offer) |
| Week 2 | $5.99 | $35.94 | $10.99 | $46.93 | Full price resumes |
| Week 3 | $5.99 | $35.94 | $10.99 | $46.93 | Full price |
| Week 4 | $5.99 | $35.94 | $10.99 | $46.93 | Full price |
| Month 1 total | $125.76 | $43.96 | $169.72 | 4 boxes, 2-person, 3-recipe plan |
Some promotions extend a discount through box 2 (common with 20 to 30% off rather than a flat per-meal price). The table above uses the most common structure as of mid-2026. Win-back offers for returning subscribers sometimes hit $1.99/serving for one box.
EveryPlate vs Dinnerly vs HelloFresh: Side-by-Side Cost
On a 2-person, 3-recipe-per-week basis:
| Service | Per serving | Shipping | Weekly total | Monthly (~4.3 wks) | Key trade-off |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EveryPlate | $5.99 | $10.99 | $46.93 | $201.80 | 25 recipes/wk, printed cards, simple techniques |
| Dinnerly | $4.99, $5.49 | $8.99 | $40.93, $43.93 | $176, $189 | Cheaper but digital-only recipe cards; less variety |
| HelloFresh | $9.99, $11.49 | $10.99 | $70.93, $79.93 | $305, $344 | Same supply chain as EveryPlate; 60+ recipes, fancier packaging |
| Home Chef | $9.99, $11.99 | $9.99 | $70.93, $82.93 | $305, $357 | Oven-ready and grill-ready kits; Kroger store pickup option |
Dinnerly is technically cheaper per serving but the gap is narrower than the headline suggests once shipping is included. EveryPlate wins on printed recipe card quality and typically has a slightly wider recipe rotation. HelloFresh costs 66 to 93% more for the same number of servings.
Premium Recipe Surcharges
EveryPlate's base plan price covers its standard recipes. A small subset of premium recipes, typically steak, shrimp, or seafood dishes, carry an add-on of $3.99, $4.99 per serving. Choosing one premium recipe on a 2-person plan adds $7.98, $9.98 to that week's total. Most weeks EveryPlate lists 3 to 6 premium options out of roughly 25 total. They are clearly labeled in the menu picker and fully optional.
Monthly and Annual Cost
| Plan | Weekly | Monthly (~4.3 wks) | Annual (52 wks, no skips) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 people, 3 recipes | $46.93 | $201.80 | $2,440 |
| 2 people, 4 recipes | $57.31 | $246.43 | $2,980 |
| 4 people, 3 recipes | $82.87 | $356.34 | $4,309 |
| 4 people, 4 recipes | $103.63 | $445.61 | $5,389 |
These assume no skipped weeks. Most subscribers skip 3 to 6 weeks per year, which saves $141, $282 annually on the 2-person, 3-recipe plan. EveryPlate allows unlimited skips with no fee as long as you skip before the Thursday cutoff each week.
Is EveryPlate Worth the Cost?
At $5.99/serving EveryPlate is roughly in line with cooking from scratch at a mid-range grocery store, once you factor in pre-portioned ingredients and zero food waste. It is cheaper than takeout, pricier than warehouse-club bulk buying, and substantially cheaper than HelloFresh for what is effectively the same supply chain.
The main financial risk is auto-billing. EveryPlate charges automatically each Thursday for the following week unless you skip. Subscribers who forget to skip during vacations or busy weeks accumulate charges quickly. Set a weekly calendar reminder for Thursday if you want tight control.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does EveryPlate cost per week in 2026?
On the cheapest plan (2 people, 3 recipes) you pay $46.93/week including $10.99 shipping. A family of four on a 4-recipe plan pays $103.63/week. See the full plan matrix above for every combination.
What is EveryPlate's first-box price?
Typical first-box promos bring the per-meal rate to $2.99, $3.99. On the 2-person, 3-recipe plan that is $28.93, $34.93 all-in (including shipping). Weeks 2 to 4 reset to the standard $5.99/serving rate.
Is EveryPlate cheaper than Dinnerly?
Dinnerly has a lower per-serving price ($4.99, $5.49 vs $5.99) and lower shipping ($8.99 vs $10.99), so it typically runs $3, $6 cheaper per week on a comparable plan. EveryPlate counters with printed recipe cards and a slightly larger recipe selection.
Does EveryPlate charge for shipping?
Yes. Every box ships for a flat $10.99 regardless of plan size. There is no free-shipping tier.
Can you skip weeks on EveryPlate?
Yes, unlimited skips with no fee. Skip before the Thursday order cutoff for the following week. Skipping one week on the 2-person, 3-recipe plan saves $46.93.
How does EveryPlate price compare to groceries?
At $5.99/serving EveryPlate is broadly comparable to cooking a comparable meal from scratch at a mid-range grocery store, once pre-portioned ingredients and zero food waste are factored in. Less convenient and pricier than warehouse bulk buying; cheaper and more structured than grocery store improvisation.
More on EveryPlate
- EveryPlate Review (hands-on, 2026)
- EveryPlate Menu This Week
- EveryPlate vs HelloFresh
- EveryPlate vs Dinnerly
- How to Cancel EveryPlate
- Cheapest Meal Delivery Services
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