Hi, friends! I can't believe I've been a Smoothiebox subscriber for 6+ years now. That's crazy pants! I can't begin to describe how having Smoothiebox smoothies has been a blessing in my life. They are providing veggies when I otherwise couldn't stomach them in my third pregnancy now, and when I'm PP, they will become my secret weapon to energy, nutrition, and weight loss just like they have been twice before. So, needless to say, I've been living off of SmoothieBox smoothies for a while now, so I thought today I'd update my review!
(PS Scroll down about halfway to see a video of me making a Smoothie Box smoothie!)
What Is SmoothieBox?
SmoothieBox smoothies is an online smoothie delivery company that delivers ready-made smoothie packets directly to your doorstep. The smoothies contain no artificial sweeteners, no added sugar, no soy, no gluten, and no dairy. They are easily customizable, convenient, and nutritious. You get one serving of fruits AND veggies in every smoothie!
Pros of SmoothieBox:
For me, the top 3 reasons I subscribe to Smoothie Box are:
- First, you can not beat the convenience of not having to prep anything ahead of time or even go to the store. It takes less than 60 seconds to make a smoothie AND clean up.
- They keep me full for hours - unlike most pre-packaged smoothies, they actually have a balanced breakdown of protein, fat, and fiber. Plus, they are packed with veggies and actually taste good!
- I can drink AND make them one-handed while caring for the baby, driving to work, or working at the computer.
Cons of SmoothieBox:
The top 3 cons (from my point of view) of Smoothie Box are:
- Price (see how much is SmoothieBox section below for a breakdown on cost) - any smoothie delivery service will be pricier than making a smoothie at home yourself because someone else is doing a lot of the work for you. That's assuming you don't ever have to throw away produce you forgot about
- Packaging - shipping the 100% recyclable boxes and keeping them cold requires insulation and a pretty big box. This may require you to break down the box to fit it in your recycle.
- Freezer Space - having 20 smoothies in your freezer can take up some valuable real estate.
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For those who need a little more information, let's get into the nitty-gritty below.
How Does Smoothie Box Work?
One thing I love about SmoothieBox is how easy they make it is to get started. So often, I find myself completely overwhelmed when I want to try a new subscription service, especially when it comes to choosing the food. I didn't feel that way about SmoothieBox at all.
Pick Your Smoothies
Fill your box with any combination of four flavors:
- Clementine (Mr. Hungry's favorite - tastes like an orange creamsicle grown-up.)
- Cacao (My favorite - tastes like chocolate, enough said.)
- Green (My favorite when I was pregnant was pineapply and gingery.)
- Berry (My MIL's favorite - a delicious combo of berries and beets.)
- Strawberry Banana (KK's favorite with yogurt!)
- Mango (Baby girl's favorite!)
Add/Subtract Add ons
SmoothieBox currently offers five different add-on options for a protein boost for their smoothies. They used to just offer collagen packets, but now they have a wide variety of protein powders that include collagen, supergreens, whey-based, vegan in chocolate, and vanilla. We've tried them all, and they are the most delicious protein powders we've ever tasted!
Don't skip the protein, though! See How To Make A Smoothie More Filling
Set Up Delivery Frequency
You can choose between 1,2,3,4,5, and 8-week delivery frequency.
Plus, it's easy to move your deliveries around in your account.
Receive Your Box
You'll receive your box about one week after ordering. It will come packaged in one big box that is 100% curbside recyclable.
There have been times when my box was delayed due to factors outside of their control. They have very clear instructions on what to do if that happens. There is a chart telling you exactly how to proceed. The one to two times in the last three years (so that's twice out of 30-36 boxes), I've had an issue with a box. It was promptly replaced. No hassle, no issue. One quick email to customer service, and the new box was on its way! Note - they have updated their policy to specify that changes in address do not qualify for new delivery or replacement.
How Do You Make SmoothieBox Smoothies?
Add the base packet to your blender.
Add extras in, if desired. We constantly add protein to our smoothies. I also add stevia drops when using collagen as the protein booster because they aren't very sweet, and I like mine a bit sweeter. I know many people who add peanut butter to the chocolate smoothie. You can do whatever you want!
One of the biggest feedbacks I've heard from people who have signed up for SB based on my recommendation is that they aren't very sweet. This is because most smoothies have a HUGE amount of sugar in them; Jamba Juice smoothies have an average of 50 grams of sugar, that is 10 teaspoons. So, it can be an adjustment to use Smoothiebox instead. I add stevia/monk fruit drops or use the protein powder to increase sweetness. You could also add dates or honey. I do that for the kid's smoothies sometimes.
Add liquid. I use almond milk or water. Each smoothie comes with its own set of liquid suggestions.
Blend and enjoy!
(Not the prettiest smoothie photo, but I love this photo because this is how I drink my smoothies 99% of the time. Usually, in between feeding the baby bites of food and cleaning up.)
Here is a video of me making the smoothie one-handed, pretty much what I do every single morning. This was when I just had one kid, but things haven't changed much!
Is SmoothieBox Healthy?
100% without a doubt, SmoothieBox offers the healthiest smoothies of any smoothie delivery company I've seen.
Here's why:
-They don't turn a smoothie into a sugar/carb-fest. They have moderate carbohydrate content, about 30 grams per package, with all the sugar coming from whole fruit or veggies and not added sugars. (This is why they aren't super sweet.)
-They pack in real fruit and vegetables, providing 9 grams of fiber per package! Let's just say they keep me regular!
-They have balanced macros, including filling and healthy fats from sources like coconut and sunflower/pumpkin seeds - something so many pre-made smoothies miss the mark on!
-They offer protein boosters but don't require them. If you are an adult drinking these smoothies, you need some protein there to help keep you full and stabilize blood sugar. However, if I were making a packet for a kid, I'd use regular milk, soy milk, or pea milk for a protein boost because a packet would be too much for a kid. The flexibility for you to make them healthy for all members of your house is just so awesome!
-They cater to all sorts of dietary needs. The smoothies themselves are soy-free, dairy-free, nut-free (except coconut), and gluten-free. In addition, the choice of protein powder allows you the freedom to make them vegan, vegetarian, or kid-friendly if you want! These smoothies were the one thing I could enjoy that I didn't have to prep myself while breastfeeding on a super strict elimination diet.
They totally saved me again and again.
If your smoothies don't typically fill you up, you might be missing one of those key ingredients. Check out my post on how to make a smoothie more filling.
Also, if you're interested in figuring out how to work SmoothieBox into your diet, click here for a free one-week meal plan I sent SB subscribers last month!
After getting many questions, I also recently shared my favorite SmoothieBox smoothie "recipes" in this post. I don't alter the smoothies for myself, but I add 1-2 things to Mr. Hungry's and my son's smoothies.
How Many Servings Do You Get In Each SmoothieBox Packet?
One packet makes one large 16-24 ounce smoothie or two small 12-16 ounce smoothies. In our house, they always make one smoothie. I'm an only child, and I do not share. Besides that, we use them as meal replacements in our house. If you were going to use them as a snack, you might get two servings out of each packet.
How Much Is Smoothie Box?
Twenty smoothies are $160, breaking down to $8 per smoothie. Boosters are an additional $32 bucks, so if you order that through them, then you are at $9.6 per serving.
How Do You Cancel Or Suspend Smoothie Box?
It's easy. You go into your account portal and click manage. From there, you have options to cancel or suspend. No, you don't have to email some random account halfway across the world and wait six weeks for them to confirm your cancellation. They don't add on five million pop-ups trying to get you to stay so that you're in click hell. I can't stand that crap. I'm looking at you, fabletics. You can also change the date of your next box whenever you want.
What Are SmoothieBucks?
Smoothie bucks are part of SmoothieBox's loyalty rewards program. Members can join and earn SmoothieBucks when they complete different tasks each month and receive bucks for each subscription order they receive. SB's can be cashed in for discounts off their next shipment right now, but more Smoothiebucks features are coming soon.
Are Smoothiebox Smoothies Good For Weight Loss?
Smoothiebox smoothies are under 200 calories per smoothie and under 300 calories with protein boosts, making them a calorie-friendly option. Many other smoothie companies load their smoothies with more fruit than veggies, but smoothiebox flips that ratio. All those extra veggies provide lots of fiber which helps keep you fuller for longer, and when using the protein boost, they have 20+ grams of protein. So, while there are a lot of factors that go into successful weight loss (I just finished a Weight Loss 101 series if you want to check it out), I will say that Smoothiebox smoothies have been a key factor in my losing 50lbs after the birth of each of my sons.
Is Smoothie Delivery through SmoothieBox Worth It?
YES! I think so, or I wouldn't be a customer myself.
For the season I'm in, in my life right now (full-time working Mama with a preschooler, toddler, and baby on the way) it makes my life so much easier. It helps Mr. Hungry and me get extra servings of fruits and veggies without any additional stress. The convenience, taste, quality, and nutrition is unbeatable. So, yes, I think it's worth it!
Oh, and to prove to myself that it was worth it, I made my version of their cacao smoothie. It was delicious, but the time spent procuring the ingredients and prepping the packets proved to me that while I think my recipe is delicious, for now, I'd rather pay for a pre-prepped package with a bunch of flavor options as long as I can fit it in the budget.
I hope that answers a lot of your questions. I really do my best to include everything I can think of when I do a review like this to help you make the best choices for you! If you are ready to try out SmoothieBox, you can use my partner page to get $10 bucks off every box for life! Click here to $22 0ff your first SmoothieBox with the code HUNGRYHOBBY25
Saguren Redyrs says
Big ups to SmoothieBox for making health more convenient! I would definitely recommend this to people who don't have the time or energy to give their bodies all the nutrients they need. This is also a great way to get into the whole smoothie thing when you're just starting out.