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Fresh, not frozen, ready to eat meals

Discover Factor’s ready meals made
with fresh ingredients and delivered chilled.
Carefully prepared, never frozen.

Discover Factor’s ready meals made
with fresh ingredients and delivered chilled.
Carefully prepared, never frozen.

It's so easy with Factor

Try nutritious ready meals from Factor! Well-balanced, delicious and delivered straight to your door. Order now and enjoy!

1. Choose your meals online
Our nutrition experts have developed fresh meals that you can mix and match to your taste, ideal e.g. for a ketogenic, protein-rich, or calorie-reduced diet.
2. Prepared meal delivery
Our chefs take care of the preparation and cooking – your fresh meal delivers nutrition and saves time.
3. Heat and enjoy
No preparation. No cooking. No stress. Simply heat our instant meals in the oven or microwave. They’re ready to serve in minutes.
Ready meals reimagined: ready to eat and delivered fresh, not frozen

Ready meals reimagined: ready to eat and delivered fresh, not frozen

Frozen ready meals are popular because they’re quick and easy. Factor keeps that same convenience, but adds real freshness. Instead of frozen food, our meals are freshly cooked, chilled and delivered ready to heat in just a few minutes.

Whether you’re at the office, unwinding at home after a day of sports, or sorting dinner after a hectic day, you can enjoy the full flavour of our fresh ready meals. Heat them when you’re ready to eat, or freeze them yourself if you’d like to save them for later.

What's the difference between fresh and frozen ready meals?

What's the difference between fresh and frozen ready meals?

Frozen ready meals are usually flash frozen after cooking to extend their shelf life. While this helps with storage, the freezing and thawing process can affect both the texture and flavour of your meals.

Factor's meals are freshly prepared and then chilled, not frozen. They’re ready to eat after simple reheating, giving you a convenient meal that still tastes fresh. The result is a home-style dish you can enjoy in just a few minutes, without compromising on quality.

Why more people are choosing fresh over frozen ready meals

Why more people are choosing fresh over frozen ready meals

Nowadays, more and more people want to eat more consciously, but everyday life does not always leave time to cook from scratch. Even so, taste and food quality still matter.

Fresh alternatives to frozen ready meals offer the texture and flavour of freshly cooked food, without the extra effort. With clear ingredient lists and detailed nutritional information, you also know exactly what you’re eating. That makes it easier to enjoy balanced meals, even on busy days.

Ready meals that you don't need to freeze

Ready meals that you don't need to freeze

Expert chefs at Factor prepare our ready meals using fresh ingredients. Each recipe is developed with input from in-house nutritionists and follows the recommendations of the German Nutrition Society. Once prepared, the meals are delivered chilled straight to your door.

The meals are intended to be stored in the fridge rather than the freezer. For the best experience, enjoy them before the use-by date shown on the packaging. This ensures maximum freshness without relying on frozen food.

Order nutritious meals conveniently online

Order nutritious meals conveniently online

Our ready meals not only taste delicious, they are also nutritious and varied. Our weekly changing menu offers a choice of 21 different dishes, giving you plenty of variety.

You can put together your meal plan online via the website or the Factor app. Ordering this way saves you time on shopping and cooking, while still allowing you to enjoy balanced meals made with care.

How Factor works: enjoy chilled, not frozen, ready meals in minutes

How Factor works: enjoy chilled, not frozen, ready meals in minutes

After cooking dishes in-house, our meals are packed in chilled insulated containers and delivered directly to your door. They stay fresh for several days when stored in the fridge, giving you flexibility over when you eat them.

When it’s time to enjoy your meal, simply reheat it in the microwave or oven. Preparation takes just a few minutes, making it easy to enjoy a freshly prepared dish whenever it suits you.

Frequently asked questions about frozen ready meals

What are frozen ready to eat meals?

Frozen ready meals are pre-prepared dishes that are flash frozen after cooking. This freezing process helps extend shelf life and allows the meals to be stored for longer periods without added preservatives. Factor takes a different approach by offering an alternative to conventional frozen ready meals.
Are Factor meals frozen dishes?

No. Factor’s ready to eat meals are not frozen. Each dish is freshly cooked, then chilled and delivered to you in temperature-controlled cold boxes. This process helps maintain flavour and texture, and the meals are designed to be enjoyed fresh rather than stored in the freezer for long periods.

Can I freeze Factor meals if I want to keep them for longer?
Yes, you can freeze Factor meals, but for the best taste and texture, we recommend storing them in the fridge and enjoying them as soon as possible. Most meals stay fresh in the refrigerator for up to a week. Exact use-by dates and storage guidance are clearly shown on the packaging. If you do decide to freeze your ready meals, make sure you do so before the use-by date.
What distinguishes Factor’s dishes from traditional frozen ready meals?
Traditional frozen meals are usually frozen shortly after cooking to extend shelf life. Factor’s ready meals are freshly prepared and delivered chilled in temperature-controlled bento boxes instead. This approach helps preserve natural texture, flavour and overall quality, without relying on freezing.
How long do Factor meals keep?

Ready meals from Factor can be stored in the fridge for several days. Each meal includes a clearly labelled use-by date, so you know exactly how long it will stay fresh.

Are Factor meals more wholesome than frozen foods?
Factor meals are not automatically healthier or less healthy than frozen foods. Nutritional value depends on the ingredients used and how the meals are prepared. At Factor, dishes are designed to be nutritious, with at least 110 g of vegetables per meal. We also aim for a balanced mix of fats and complex carbohydrates.
How are the meals delivered?
When you order ready meals from Factor, they’re delivered to your door in chilled, insulated containers. Factor uses a continuous chilled supply chain to keep meals fresh, so they arrive chilled and never frozen.
How do I prepare Factor’s ready meals?

Factor's ready to eat meals can be heated in either the microwave or the oven. Microwave preparation usually takes around four minutes, while oven heating takes about 20 minutes. Exact times vary depending on the dish, and full preparation instructions are provided on the packaging.