Factor Meals UK Alternative
Looking for Factor Meals in the UK? Factor is a US-based meal delivery service owned by HelloFresh that doesn't operate in the UK. HomeCooks offers a similar ready-to-eat model with 200+ meals from independent UK chefs.
HomeCooks: The UK alternative to Factor
High protein, chef-prepared meals made in small batches by independent chefs across the UK. 200+ dishes, delivered to your door.
Quick Summary
| Factor Meals | US only - not available in UK |
|---|---|
| HomeCooks | UK nationwide delivery |
| Key difference | Factor = mass production, HomeCooks = independent chefs |
| HomeCooks price | £7.50 - £7.95 per meal |
What is Factor?
Factor (formerly Factor 75) is a US meal delivery service owned by HelloFresh. They deliver ready-to-eat meals that you just heat and eat - no cooking required. Their meals focus on various dietary preferences including keto, calorie-smart, and protein-plus options.
However, Factor only operates in the United States. They don't deliver to the UK, despite being owned by HelloFresh which does operate here.
Why doesn't Factor deliver to the UK?
Factor is a separate brand from HelloFresh, operating only in North America. HelloFresh UK focuses on recipe boxes (where you cook), not ready-to-eat meals. If you want the Factor experience in the UK - ready meals, no cooking - you'll need an alternative.
HomeCooks: UK Alternative to Factor
HomeCooks offers a similar ready-to-eat experience to Factor, but with a key advantage: instead of mass-produced factory meals, we partner with independent chefs across the UK.
How HomeCooks compares to Factor:
- Ready to eat - Heat and eat in 3-4 minutes, just like Factor
- High protein - 30-60g per meal for fitness goals
- Variety - 200+ dishes from different cuisines
- Quality focus - Small batch preparation by real chefs
- No subscription lock-in - Order when you want
Key difference: Independent chefs vs factory production
Factor meals are produced in large facilities owned by HelloFresh. HomeCooks partners with independent chefs and small food businesses across the UK. This means more variety, higher quality ingredients, and meals made with genuine care - not just efficiency.
Factor vs HomeCooks Comparison
| Factor | HomeCooks | |
|---|---|---|
| UK availability | Not available | Nationwide delivery |
| Meal type | Ready to eat | Ready to eat |
| Production | Factory/mass production | Independent chefs |
| Menu size | 35+ meals (US) | 200+ dishes |
| Protein content | Varies by plan | 30-60g per meal |
| Cooking required | No (2-3 min reheat) | No (3-4 min reheat) |
| Parent company | HelloFresh | Independent UK business |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Factor available in the UK?
No. Factor only operates in the United States. Despite being owned by HelloFresh (which operates in the UK), Factor meals are not available for UK delivery.
Does HelloFresh UK offer ready meals like Factor?
No. HelloFresh UK only offers recipe boxes where you cook the meals yourself. They don't offer Factor's ready-to-eat format in the UK market.
What's the UK equivalent to Factor Meals?
HomeCooks offers a similar ready-to-eat experience with 200+ meals from independent UK chefs. Higher variety than Factor, with small-batch quality instead of mass production.
How does HomeCooks work?
Browse 200+ meals from independent chefs, select what you want, and we deliver to your door. Meals are ready to eat - just heat for 3-4 minutes.
How much does HomeCooks cost?
Meals are £7.50 - £7.95 each.
Is HomeCooks better than Factor would be?
Different strengths. Factor uses mass production for consistency. HomeCooks uses independent chefs for variety and quality. If you value artisan-quality meals over factory efficiency, HomeCooks is the better choice.
Why Choose HomeCooks?
The UK's chef-prepared meal service
Factor might not be available in the UK, but that's actually good news. Instead of mass-produced factory meals, you can get something better.
HomeCooks partners with independent chefs and small food businesses across the UK. This means 200+ constantly changing dishes, made in small batches with restaurant-quality ingredients.
- Ultimate convenience - No prep, no cooking, no washing up
- 200+ dishes - More variety than Factor's 35+ menu
- High protein - 30-60g per meal for fitness goals
- Perfectly balanced - Every meal nutritionally optimised
- Super high quality - Restaurant-quality ingredients, not mass-produced
- Independent chefs - Small batch quality, not factory production
- Beautiful presentation - Your meals arrive in lovely bento boxes, like this:
Ready to try HomeCooks?
200+ chef-prepared meals made in small batches by independent chefs across the UK. High protein (up to 60g), healthy, and actually delicious.
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