Blue Apron vs Marley Spoon
Two of the services we track, compared side by side on the things that matter — judged by the team that built The Fresh Diet.
At a glance
| Blue Apron | Marley Spoon | |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Meal Kit | Meal Kit |
| Price | ~$7.49–$9.99 | $9.99–$12.49 + $10.99 ship |
| Fresh / frozen | Fresh (+ ready-made line) | Fresh (cook from raw) |
| Service area | Contiguous US (confirm AK/HI) | Most of US (excl. AK/HI) |
| Diet options | General / gourmet; new no-subscription model w/ kits, ready-made & bake options | Martha Stewart seasonal recipes; 100+ weekly options; range of diet tags |
| Packaging | Recyclable cardboard; drain-safe gel packs; salmon vacuum-sealed, chicken double-wrapped. | Insulated box, recyclable materials. Protein packaging method not specified. |
What we like
- recognizable
- flexible.
Watch-outs
- fulfillment partner FreshRealm filed Ch.11 (Apr 2026)
- being sold to Misfits Market — reputation/continuity risk
Best for: variety seekers
What we like
- big varied menu
- quality seasonal ingredients.
Watch-outs
- paid shipping
- parent shows financial stress (Q1'26)