Factor delivers fresh (never frozen) chef-prepared meals across several dietary tracks, positioning itself as the premium, restaurant-quality option in the meal delivery space rather than a strict diet program.

Fresh, Not Frozen
8 Dietary Tracks Including GLP-1 Balance
Pricier Than Most Alternatives

Quick Facts

Cost Per Meal~$11–15, depending on weekly volume
Weekly Meal Options6, 8, 10, 12, 14, or 18 meals/week
Dietary TracksKeto, Calorie Smart, Protein Plus, Vegan & Veggie, GLP-1 Balance, Chef’s Choice
Prep Time2–3 minutes, microwave or oven

How It Works

Each week, Factor posts a new rotating menu across its dietary tracks. You select your meals by a weekly cutoff (usually Wednesday night), or Factor auto-selects based on your plan if you don’t. Meals ship fresh in an insulated box with ice packs, not frozen, and are ready in a couple of minutes in the microwave or oven. You can mix meals from different tracks in the same week.

The GLP-1 Balance Track

Factor’s “GLP-1 Balance” menu is built specifically for people on GLP-1 medications, emphasizing higher protein and easier-to-digest meals suited to reduced appetite and slower digestion — see our GLP-1 basics guide for why protein-first eating matters so much on these medications.

How the Evidence Compares

Fresh prepared meals aiding portion controlStrong — consistent with broader meal-delivery research
Cost-effectiveness vs. cooking at homeWeak — meaningfully more expensive than grocery shopping and cooking
Cost-effectiveness vs. healthy takeoutModerate to strong — generally cheaper and more consistent than ordering out

Factor vs. Nutrisystem: What’s the Difference?

Factor Nutrisystem
Fresh, refrigerated meals Frozen and shelf-stable meals
Chef-prepared, restaurant-style Structured diet program with counseling
$11–15/meal ~$300–465/month total
No specific weight-loss counseling 1:1 coaching via Numi app

See our full Nutrisystem review for the more structured, counseling-included alternative.

Who Should Try This

Good Fit If…Want Quality Over a Structured Program

You want fresh, high-quality meals matched to your dietary preferences without a formal weight-loss coaching structure attached.

Consider Alternatives If…Budget Is the Priority

Factor is priced at the premium end of meal delivery; cooking at home remains meaningfully cheaper if budget matters most.

FAQ

How much does Factor cost per meal?

Roughly $11 to $15 per meal depending on how many meals you order weekly, plus a flat shipping fee. Larger weekly orders lower the per-meal price.

Does Factor have options for GLP-1 users?

Yes, a dedicated “GLP-1 Balance” menu track emphasizes higher protein and easier-to-digest meals suited to appetite suppression and slower digestion.

Are Factor meals frozen?

No, they ship fresh and refrigerated in an insulated box with ice packs, unlike many competitors that ship frozen.