PrepHead to head
HelloFresh vs Mindful Chef
| Compare | HelloFresh | Mindful Chef |
|---|---|---|
| Price per meal | £3.90 | £7.00 |
| £ per 100g protein | — | £20.00 |
| Protein / meal | — | 35g |
| Calories / meal | 792 kcal | 500 kcal |
| Delivery | £4.99 | Free |
| Subscription | Required | Required |
| Type | Recipe kit | Recipe kit |
| Diets | Vegan, Vegetarian | High Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten Free |
| Visit website (opens in a new tab) | Visit website (opens in a new tab) |
Our verdict
HelloFresh and Mindful Chef sit at opposite ends on price: £3.90 per meal (plus £4.99 delivery) versus £7 with free delivery. HelloFresh is the volume player, with big rotating menus, 2-5 meals weekly for 2-4 people and a lower-calorie 'Calorie Smart' range, though its standard portions run high at 792 kcal. Mindful Chef is the health-led specialist — gluten-free by default, 35g protein and a tidy 500 kcal per portion, with High Protein, Vegan and Vegetarian options. Both use skip-anytime subscriptions. HelloFresh wins on affordability and choice for households feeding several people, while Mindful Chef justifies its premium for those with dietary needs or fitness goals. The delivery charge narrows HelloFresh's price advantage somewhat, but it remains the cheaper option overall.
HelloFresh
if you want budget-friendly variety and hearty portions for the whole household.
Mindful Chef
if gluten-free meals, higher protein and controlled calories matter more than price.
Prices compiled from each provider's site; always confirm before ordering. See how we compare.