40+ Meal Kit Discounts That Don’t Require a Coupon

Every day, thousands of people search for meal kit coupons online. However, you might not realize that most meal kit delivery services have special discounts that you can use at any time. Typically, they're hidden away in the footer or FAQ page, so I decided to make a list of all the deals I could find.

As a general rule, most of these sites have deals for first customers. These discounts change frequently, and they're usually easy to find on the website, so I won't repeat them here.

For the record, this is not a paid promotion of any of these brands. Also, these deals may change over time. Check the websites for up-to-date information.

Ready to save some money on your next meal kit? Let's go!

HelloFresh

HelloFresh offers a wide range of meal kits with servings for 2-6 people. Here's how to save on your order:

• Veterans, teachers, medical professionals, first responders and active military personnel can apply for Hero Discounts. Once verified, you'll get free shipping and 55% off your first box, plus 15% off for the rest of the year.
• College students get free shipping and 55% off their first box, plus 15% off for the rest of the year. To apply, verify your status with your UNiDAYS account.
• Refer a friend through the HelloFriends program to get a credit on your next order.
• Influencers can apply for the HelloFresh influencer program. If you're accepted, you'll receive a free box for an unboxing video, plus a reward every time someone uses your exclusive discount code.
• Order three or more meals per week and/or meals for three or more people to get cheaper servings.
• Through their Beyond the Box program, HelloFresh partners with charities to offer free meal kits. Reach out to your local food banks to see if they're eligible.
• Most pages in the delivery options section offer a deal for new subscribers.
• Browse their recipes and Fresh Times Food Blog for free cooking tips.

Blue Apron

Blue Apron delivers meal kits and prepared meals. Here's how to save on your order:

• Seniors, teachers, students, graduates, veterans, government workers, medical professionals, first responders and active military personnel can apply for the Blue Apron Heroes discount. Verify your status to receive $180 off your first five weeks and free shipping in the first week.
• Choose more meals and servings to decrease the price per serving.
• When you're placing a Market order, spend $50 or more to get free shipping.
• Sign up for their email newsletter to receive offers in your inbox.
• Check out their recipes and Extra Helpings blog for free cooking tips.

Purple Carrot

Purple Carrot offers plant-based meal kits, prepared meals, wellness programs and grocery items. Here's how to save on your order:

• Refer a friend to receive $50 off your next order.
• Get free shipping when you spend $100 or more on your order.
• If you have a friend with a Purple Carrot subscription, they might be able to give you a free box with the Share a Box program.
• For meal kits, servings are cheaper when you order four servings per meal instead of two.
• Check out their recipes and blog for free cooking tips.

EveryPlate

EveryPlate sells affordable meal kits for families on a budget. Here's how to save on your order:

• College students get free shipping and 75% off their first box, plus 15% off for the rest of the year. Verify your status with UNiDAYS to receive your discount.
• Most pages in the delivery options section offer a deal for new subscribers.
• Browse their recipes and Delish Dish Blog for free cooking tips.

Sunbasket

Sunbasket offers healthy meal kits, sides, snacks and grocery items. Here's how to save on your order:

• Refer a friend to get a $40 credit on your account.
• If you're a new customer, you'll get free shipping on your first order.
• Browse their recipes and blog for free cooking tips.

Dinnerly

Dinnerly sells budget-friendly kits and market items with a focus on lunch and dinner. Here's how to save on your order:

• Teachers, students, first responders, veterans, healthcare providers and active military personnel may qualify for the Community Heroes Discount Program. Verify your status to get your code.
• If you have a friend with a Dinnerly subscription, they might be able to send you a free box and three discounted orders with the referral program.
• Get cheaper servings when you order meals for four people and/or three or more meals per week.
• Check out their blog for free recipes and cooking tips.

Factor

Factor delivers protein-packed meals with hearty servings of meat and vegetables. Here's how to save on your order:

• Refer a friend to get a $40 credit on your account.
• If you have a friend with a Factor subscription, they might be able to send you free meals through the Factor Freebies program.
• Students and graduates are eligible for an exclusive discount. Verify your status with Student Beans to get your code.
• For more health information, sign up for a free 20-minute call with a dietitian.
• Order more meals per week to get cheaper servings.
• Subscribe to their email newsletter for exclusive offers.
• Check out their blog for free wellness information.

Methodology

Methodology is a luxury meal delivery service that uses Michelin-quality produce. Here's how to save on your order:

• Sign up for their newsletter to get 10% off your first order.
• If you're ordering from the Signature Program, choose a vegan box. These are a little cheaper than meals with meat or seafood.

Sakara

Sakara offers meal subscriptions that emphasize clean ingredients and light, refreshing recipes. Here's how to save on your order:

• When you subscribe, you'll earn Sakara rewards points for buying products, writing reviews, following Sakara on social media, downloading the app and completing other tasks. You can use these points in the Sakara Shop.
• Get $100 in Sakara rewards points when you refer a friend.
• Sign up for their newsletter to get 15% off your first order.
• Earn a discount on the Signature Nutrition Program when you sign up for multiple weeks at once.
• If you're an influencer, you can apply for the Ambassadors program. Eligible influencers receive a discount on Sakara products and a commission whenever someone uses your exclusive coupon code.
• Check out Sakara's S Life Magazine, community events and Sakara Life podcast for free wellness information.

Marley Spoon

Marley Spoon specializes in meal kits with fresh ingredients. Here's how to save on your order:

• Teachers, first responders, healthcare workers, government employees, veterans and active military personnel may qualify for the Community Heroes discount. Verify your status to get started.
• If you have a friend with a Marley Spoon subscription, they might be able to send you a free box and discounts on the next three orders with the referral program.
• Order meals for four people and/or three or more meals per week to get cheaper servings.
• Visit their blog for free recipes and cooking tips.

Mosaic

Mosaic sells plant-based soups, pizzas, veggie bowls, oat bowls and family meals. Here's how to save on your order:

• Get free shipping when you add 12 items to your box. If you add 18 items, you'll get $10 off and free shipping.
• Receive $20 off your next order when you refer a friend.
• Check out their plant-based diet guide, vegan diet guide and Mise En Place blog for free wellness information.

FireRoad

FireRoad offers plant-based meals, breakfast items, smoothies and meal replacements. Here's how to save on your order:

• Sign up for the rewards program to earn points when you make purchases and follow FireRoad on social media. You can use these points to save money on your orders.
• Get $10 off your next order when you refer a friend.
• If your area qualifies for ground shipping, you'll receive free shipping when you place an order that totals $175 or more.
• Check out the FireRoad Life blog for free wellness information.

Thistle

Thistle delivers plant-based meals to select areas on the East and West Coasts. Here's how to save on your order:

• Nutritionists, healthcare workers, first responders, teachers, students, veterans and active military personnel may qualify for a specialty discount. Submit an application to get started.
• Get $120 off your first order with the Thistle PALS program.
• Refer a friend to get $60 in Thistle cash.
• Influencers can apply to join the Thistle Collective. If you're accepted, you'll get free meals, discounts, gifts and commissions whenever someone uses your affiliate link.
• Visit the Thistle Thoughts blog for free wellness information.

CookUnity

CookUnity delivers meals prepared by their chef collective. Here's how to save on your order:

• Teachers, first responders, healthcare professionals, government employees, veterans, military families and active military personnel may qualify for $8.50 meals for the first 17 weeks. To sign up, verify your status with your GOVX account.
• Sign up for the Unity Pass to get free deliveries, exclusive discounts, monthly rewards, special chef content and no extra charge for premium meals. This pass comes with a monthly fee.
• Choose more weekly meals to get a small discount on each serving.
• Get a reward when you refer a friend.
• Browse their blog for free recipes and cooking tips.

Splendid Spoon

Splendid Spoon delivers plant-based noodles, soups, dishes, smoothies and shots. Ways to save include:

• When you place a Splendid Spoon Marketplace order, you'll get free shipping when you spend $150 or more.
• For regular subscriptions, get free shipping when you add 10 or more items to your box.
• Add 14 or more items to your box to get an exclusive discount.
• Refer a friend to get $20 off your next box.
• Check out The Spoonful blog for free recipes and cooking tips.

Tovala

Tovala sells meal kits and a specialty oven that you'll use to cook the recipes. Here's how to save on your order:

• Subscribe to their email newsletter for exclusive deals.
• If you're not satisfied, you can return your oven within 100 days for a full refund. Tovala offers free return shipping.

How do you save money when subscribing to meal delivery services? Share your tips in the comments.