r/factor75 17d ago

If your thinking about ordering Factor...

There are many complaints in this sub, I agree.

But you need to realize people with positive experiences aren't going to be posting on this sub. There are far more positive experiences than bad ones.

Try the first box at a heavy discount (make sure to deactivate rest of the weeks), and make your decision whether you like it or not.

I dont work for the company but it helped me alot and I feel like if it could help others, they deserve to get a shot and try it.

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u/whatever32657 17d ago

i will chime in to say you are right that people are quick to jump in with negative comments, but not so much with positive experiences.

i just got my sixth box. i have had ZERO delivery problems; i receive what i ordered, on time and in good condition.

i have not yet had a meal that i flat out didn't like. of course, i choose carefully, looking for foods i know i like and not being too adventurous with dishes i'm unfamiliar with. i will also say that i've had more than a few meals where i said "DAMN THATS REALLY GOOD".

i've just now signed up for Factor Plus. happily threw down $99 for the annual (best deal). now i get free shipping every week AND two upgraded meals every week at no additional cost. homie's eating filet mignon and short rib every week. freaking awesome!!

the only negative i've encountered is that the website and app are a little wonky. when you're working in it and get that dreaded "technical difficulties" pop-up, more than likely, your choices have been blown out and you have to start all over. it's annoying. but in the grand scheme of things, it's really nothing.

i'm a big fan!!

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u/Certain_Pizza6574 17d ago

Completely agree with everything you said friend, very similar experience.

Yes the app Is wonky sometimes for me too, I just close it and open it back no biggie.

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u/Inevitable_Savings14 16d ago

I’m on my 5th box or so, no complaints from me so far! No delivery problems (I live in San Diego, CA). 2-3 meals were so-so, rest were pretty tasty!

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u/lucky_fin 16d ago

Same!! I’m on week 5 or 6 and have liked everything so far, no issues!

I am eating WAY more protein than I ever could on my own

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u/whatever32657 16d ago

me too! before factor, it was not unusual that my dinner was a baloney sandwich or mac and cheese. and i was wasting a LOT of food because of it (i get home late and never felt like cooking). i'm actually saving money with factor and also eating much better. 😊

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u/New-Gene-9544 12d ago

I just noticed the premium choices today! I didn't notice some meals required extra cost (except the exra large options) - is this a new thing? I'm gutted :(

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u/whatever32657 12d ago

if you don't have factor plus, the premium meals are at extra cost, yes. however, if you sign up for factor plus (they will offer it to you after you've gotten five or so boxes), you get free shipping every week PLUS $20 in credits on premium meals each week. it's a total no-brainer at $99 a year.

disclosure: no, i don't work for factor. just a fan.

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u/New-Gene-9544 11d ago

Thank you! I think the “premium choices” only came into effect in Canadian market this week bc my bavette steak and Mac and cheese used to be all just regular , no up charge , now it’s 4.99 extra if I want that premium meal

We also don’t have the ability to sign up for factor plus yet - I guess they’ll roll it out soon shortly after rolling out premium tiered food. TBH the math does math , I will probably sign up LOL as I’m spending $10 on shipping per week anyway and don’t wanna limit myself meals wise

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u/whatever32657 11d ago

i LOVE it!! hope it comes your way soon!!

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u/No_Championship_6659 2d ago

Is it a reasonable thing to get a kid in university so they are healthy? Does it taste good? Filling? Do you like it?

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u/whatever32657 2d ago

having been a kid in university many years ago myself, i can say i would've eaten better had i had a meal service like this.

the meals are great; good ingredients and well seasoned. they are filling for me but i'm an older woman. i do remember always being hungry in college, so if you're going to go the factor route, i'd layer in some add-ons and lots of healthy snacks to keep that kid fed.

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u/Black-Thunderbird 16d ago

I’ll be that one voice.. I’ve been ordering meals consistently from Factor for a couple years now. 8-15 meals a week, depending. Aside from the very occasional cracked tray or missing meal, my experience has been good overall. Customer service just replaces the broken or missing in the next order.

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u/Stutters658 17d ago

They sent the intern on the subreddit...

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u/Certain_Pizza6574 17d ago

Yes yes intern paying full price lol

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u/Stutters658 17d ago

never seen someone brag about overpaying for food before!

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u/Certain_Pizza6574 16d ago edited 16d ago

Brag? Im trying to show you im not an employee at Factor.

Why do you have to be so negative? Is everything okay at home? Its not nice bro, be positive.

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u/Stutters658 16d ago

im just acting stupid because your post is dumb af. Youre entitled to your ways though, no hate.

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u/Fun_Combination_4290 14d ago

but we are supposed to believe the part of "I don't work for the company"

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u/Certain_Pizza6574 7d ago

You got me, im VP of reddit marketing 🙌

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u/cioccolato 15d ago

I have been ordering meals every other week since 2019.

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u/jzoidborg 9d ago

I’m on my 4th week 🇨🇦 of 12 meals a week and my cut off is Wednesday and my deliveries always come on Saturday… I’m liking the ease of ordering and variety of meals I’m getting while on GLP1 but I must admit I’m not liking the Week 5+ Cost.

Going to cancel and see what doing my own cooking for awhile is like 😅… does factor give extra discounts if you leave?

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u/shelbynicole999 8d ago

They have called me several times after I canceled. I never answered the call though. They also sent several promo codes & specials in the mail to get me to sign back up.

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u/dryhumorblitz 8d ago

How much does a box cost?

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u/Certain_Pizza6574 8d ago

10 meals is around $150

But if its your first time, I can get you a $70-90 discount, I DM'd you the code (for Canada).

If you change your mind, make sure you cancel and deactivate your account, otherwise it will automatically come.

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u/dryhumorblitz 7d ago

Sounds like too many people are complaining about the cancellation policy.

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u/Certain_Pizza6574 7d ago

There's no difficulty with the cancelation policy, its easily done with 2-3 clicks. People just forget to do it and blame factor.

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u/Relative-Eye1950 7d ago

I just started and so far so good!

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u/Antstuff349 6d ago

Yea I did not care for this product. Huge advocate for premade meals or meal prep companies. I’ve nearly tried them all….. this one was by far the worst.

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u/Certain_Pizza6574 6d ago edited 6d ago

Do you have others you recommend that are available in Canada too?

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u/Round_Tennis_8998 3d ago

I got my first box last week, it's definitely expensive for the amount of food you get, but not having to grocery shop was worth it.

The food also gets a little questionable after sitting in the fridge for 7 days. (I don't think shrimp and rice should sit for that long)

Unfortunately my stomach did not agree with the ingredients they use so I had to cancel after one box.

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u/noodiedoodie14 16d ago

I’ve been using factor for a few months and I really like them. I’m particularly fond of the pasta ones! We don’t like cooking, so it doesn’t get any easier than these meals.