Comparison
EveryPlate vs Dinnerly Australia 2026 — Which Budget Meal Kit Wins?
By Tasty Food Box
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Updated June 2026
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Scores from ProductReview.com.au
EveryPlate and Dinnerly both compete for budget-conscious meal kit subscribers in Australia — but comparing them reveals a clear winner. EveryPlate is cheaper, has a higher customer score, includes printed recipe cards, and is backed by the HelloFresh Group's logistics infrastructure. Dinnerly costs more and scores lower.
Here's the full breakdown.
Caution — Dinnerly score below threshold
Dinnerly holds a 3.2/5 score on ProductReview.com.au — below our 3.5 caution threshold. Common complaints include missing ingredients, late deliveries, and charges continuing after cancellation. If budget is your priority, EveryPlate is a safer and cheaper alternative.
Price — EveryPlate wins on cost too
Price per serving
EveryPlate
From $4.44/serving
Cheaper
Dinnerly
From $5.99/serving
2 people, 3 meals/week
EveryPlate
~$26.64/week
Save ~$9/week
The price comparison is unusual in the budget tier: the service with the better customer score (EveryPlate) is also the cheaper option. In most markets, lower price correlates with lower quality. Here, EveryPlate defies that pattern — it costs less per serving and delivers a measurably better customer experience.
Customer scores
ProductReview score
EveryPlate
4.1 / 5 · 2,602 reviews
Much higher
Dinnerly
3.2 / 5 · 1,010 reviews
Positive sentiment
EveryPlate
~81% positive reviews
Stronger record
Dinnerly
~62% positive reviews
Recipe format
Recipe cards
EveryPlate
Printed cards included in every box
Easier in kitchen
Dinnerly
Digital only — app or website required while cooking
Weekly recipes
EveryPlate
~20 recipes per week
Dinnerly
~25 recipes per week
Slightly more choice
Pantry staples
EveryPlate
Basic staples not always included (oil, salt) — budget trade-off
Dinnerly
Minimal inclusions to keep price down
Delivery coverage
States covered
EveryPlate
5 states — NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, ACT
No SA or TAS
Dinnerly
6 states — NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA, ACT
No TAS
Delivers to SA
In South Australia?
EveryPlate does not deliver to SA. Dinnerly does — but carries a 3.2/5 score. For SA residents wanting a better-rated option, HelloFresh delivers to all 7 states and scores 4.1/5.
Who wins overall?
Choose by your situation
Best budget pick
EveryPlate — cheaper, better score, printed recipe cards. The clear winner in this comparison for most Australian states.
In South Australia
Dinnerly is the only budget option that delivers to SA. Alternatively,
HelloFresh covers SA at a higher price with a much better 4.1/5 score.
Digital recipes preferred
Dinnerly — if you specifically want digital-only recipes on your phone or tablet, though the reliability trade-off is significant.
First meal kit
EveryPlate — lower risk, lower cost, simpler recipes, better customer history. The ideal starting point for budget households.
Full side-by-side comparison
|
EveryPlate |
Dinnerly |
| Price from |
$4.44/serving |
$5.99/serving |
| ProductReview score |
4.1 / 5 |
3.2 / 5 ⚠ |
| Number of reviews |
2,602 |
1,010 |
| Recipes per week |
~20 |
~25 |
| Recipe cards |
Printed, included |
Digital only |
| Delivery states |
5 (no SA, no TAS) |
6 (incl. SA, no TAS) |
| Delivery fee |
$9.99/box |
$9.99/box |
| Cancel anytime |
Yes |
Yes (read terms) |
| Parent company |
HelloFresh Group |
Marley Spoon Group |
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Frequently asked questions
Is EveryPlate cheaper than Dinnerly?
Yes. EveryPlate starts from $4.44 per serving while Dinnerly starts from $5.99 per serving — EveryPlate is both cheaper and has a significantly better customer score (4.1/5 vs 3.2/5). EveryPlate is the clear winner on both price and reliability.
Which is better — EveryPlate or Dinnerly?
EveryPlate is better than Dinnerly on every metric that matters. It is cheaper ($4.44/serving vs $5.99), scores higher (4.1/5 vs 3.2/5), includes printed recipe cards, and has far fewer customer complaints. The only area where Dinnerly has an advantage is delivery to South Australia, which EveryPlate doesn't cover.
Does Dinnerly have printed recipe cards?
No. Dinnerly uses digital-only recipes — you access cooking instructions through their app or website. EveryPlate includes printed recipe cards in every box, which many customers find more convenient when cooking.
Do both EveryPlate and Dinnerly deliver to South Australia?
No. EveryPlate does not deliver to South Australia or Tasmania. Dinnerly delivers to SA but not TAS. If you're in South Australia, Dinnerly is one of the few budget meal kit options — though HelloFresh also delivers to SA at a higher price point with a much better 4.1/5 score.
Who owns Dinnerly and EveryPlate?
They are owned by different companies. EveryPlate is owned by HelloFresh Group. Dinnerly is owned by Marley Spoon Group. Both parent groups operate independently. This difference in ownership is reflected in their service quality — HelloFresh Group's EveryPlate significantly outperforms Marley Spoon Group's Dinnerly on customer satisfaction.