Diet-to-Go Review

Thursday, May 22nd

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Diet-to-Go

• Price per serving: Starts at $9.71
• Shipment frequency: Once or twice weekly, depending on location
• Daily meals: All three, or just lunch and dinner
• Calories per meal: Roughly 200-500
• Number of recipes: Not specified
• Prep time: Probably a few minutes in the microwave

DietToGo has been on the scene since 1991, aiming to redefine healthy eating as easy and affordable. With a noble goal to shift how we see healthy eating and a promise of fresh, balanced meals, they're not just talking about weight loss - they're talking lifestyle change.

Don't give them your billing info just to see the menu

Choosing your plan with DietToGo seems simple enough. They've got a variety of them, including the Mediterranean plan we're eyeing. Prices swing from $9.71 per meal for a full-on 7-day, 3-meals-a-day plan (including breakfast), to $13.90 for a more modest 5-day, 2-meals-a-day option. That's quite a leap, isn't it? And unfortunately, DietToGo is one of those services that requires your address and billing info just to view the meals currently available. Feels a bit backward, right? It's like being asked to RSVP to a party before you even know where it is or who's going. And watch out - you might just find yourself signed up and billed for meals you never planned to order, as some customers did.

Discount is not enticing

Moving on to discounts - everyone's favorite part. DietToGo offers 20% off your first week. But let's get real: in the world of meal delivery services, this is more of a light appetizer than a full meal deal. Compared to other services that stretch discounts of 60% or more across multiple deliveries (and sometimes throw in free shipping), it's a bit underwhelming.

Flavors play it safe

Alternatively, you can check out the Sample Menu. Just click on the little gray information "i” symbol on Step 1 of the customization process above the "Mediterranean” option to find it. It's a nice touch that they include breakfast, a rarity in some Mediterranean plans. You might start your day with Cinnamon Walnut Cereal, followed by a Salmon Cake over Rice Pilaf for lunch, and cap it off with Chicken Parmesan for dinner. It's a good lineup when it comes to protein variety, but if you're expecting a culinary fireworks show, you might be left wanting more. The flavors seem, well, a bit on the safe side.

Seems like meals rotate frequently

Clicking into each sample menu item gives you the full scoop on nutrition and ingredients. Most dishes hover under 500 calories, which is great for the calorie-conscious. DietToGo says they have over 500 meals available across all plans, and from what we can see, there's little repetition. The plans rotate every five weeks, so there's always something new on the horizon.

Website is a little clunky

One minor note: the overall feel of the DietToGo website is that it was built in the 2010s and hasn't been updated much since, which extends to slight glitches like clicking on a recipe, and a completely different picture loads.

Probably a few minutes in the microwave

When it comes to preparing DietToGo meals, it sounds pretty straightforward. Most of their meals come fully cooked, so you can either eat them cold or warm them up. But they don't clarify whether a microwave or an oven is best, nor do they specify how long you should cook your meals, just that "shorter times" are needed for breakfast meals than lunches or dinners. It's likely a few minutes, but we think DietToGo should be clearer anyway. Remember to defrost your meals first, and don't be surprised if there's some extra liquid - just drain it off before heating.

Customers are either really happy or really grossed out

The word on the street about DietToGo's meals is, well, varied. Its Trustpilot listing throws a red flag, with the only two reviews there branding the food as "disgusting" and "unappetizing." When you check their Facebook page or the Testimonials tab on their website, it's a different story - there are people singing praises about the food quality. But can we take these at face value? It's hard to say. Yelp chimes in with a few disgruntled voices too. So, what's the truth? The average experience is probably somewhere in the middle - sometimes the food is good, and sometimes it's a miss.

Meals are only partially organic

DietToGo seems to take ingredient quality seriously. They talk a good game about food safety, boasting a strict HACCP protocol and meticulous kitchen hygiene. They also mention using organic ingredients "whenever possible," which is a nice thing to hear, but they stop short of going all-organic, and of course we have no idea how they define "whenever possible”. For die-hard organic enthusiasts, this won't be the right service.

Not open about where their food comes from

Where do these ingredients come from, you ask? Well, that's where DietToGo gets a bit mysterious. They vaguely mention "fresh and local" sourcing, which leaves us curious and maybe a tad skeptical. After all, there are other services that tell you the names of the specific farms they source their produce from, and we appreciate that high bar.

Shipping is really expensive

DietToGo's shipping and delivery setup has some interesting aspects to it. For those living in the "delivery zones” (which are not specified), meals arrive twice a week, on Tuesdays and Fridays. For the nationwide crowd, it's a weekly affair. They don't mention what day. DietToGo boldly states they have the "lowest delivery fees in the industry" - charging $19.98 per week for nationwide shipping. In the realm of meal delivery, where the norm hovers around $10 and can go as low as $5, their claim seems to be evidence of an infrequently updated FAQ at best, and a flat-out lie at worst.

You can freeze meals if you can't eat them within a week

Once your meals arrive, into the fridge they go. They've got a shelf life of 7 days, which is pretty standard. If you're not going to eat them within that time, you've got the option to freeze them.

Cancel or pause anytime

DietToGo seems to understand that life can be unpredictable. They've set up their ordering system to be hassle-free, with an "auto-delivery" arrangement. Once you're set up, meals keep coming until you say stop. The good news? No contracts or obligations. You can cancel anytime without penalties, which is always a requirement for a good review from us. They also make it easy to put your plan on pause and pick a future restart date. A few clicks in your online account, and you're set. You'll need to keep an eye on those weekly cutoff deadlines, though.

Satisfaction allegedly guaranteed

DietToGo pledges fairness and transparency, with no hidden fees or tricky commitments. Their 100% satisfaction guarantee sounds promising - unhappy with your order or their service? They promise to make it right or refund your money.

Hard to find reviews; Facebook page seems unattended

But here's where it gets puzzling. Despite their long-standing presence in the market, real customer reviews are scarce. On Trustpilot and other reputable sites, reviews are hard to come by. Unable to get a read on them elsewhere, we went to their "reviews” tab on their Facebook - which was more like a wild west of cryptocurrency scammers than a source of genuine customer feedback. It's concerning when a company doesn't monitor its social media closely, leaving their customers exposed to such risks.

Not enough customer feedback to justify a recommendation

As we wrap up our look at DietToGo, it's time to weigh the good against the not-so-good. With over thirty years in the business, you'd expect a wealth of customer feedback. But it's eerily quiet on that front. It's like walking past a restaurant that's been there forever, but you've never seen anyone dining inside. Intriguing, yes, but also a bit unsettling. The meal variety, at first glance, seems promising. There's a good mix of options, and they've certainly put thought into their menu. But without solid customer reviews, you can't be sure what it's really like. Then there's the cost. On the surface, the per-meal pricing isn't out of the ordinary, but when you factor in the $20 shipping fee, which is double what many competitors charge, the whole thing starts to feel a bit steep. In the end, we're just not excited about DietToGo. Our advice? You would be better off exploring one of the top-rated Mediterranean meal delivery services we've reviewed.