So, you're ready to break up with Home Chef. It happens. Founded in 2013, Home Chef promised to make dinner easy, but maybe your wallet needs a break or you're just tired of all the little plastic bags. Feeling less like a chef from The Bear and more like you're just burning money on uneaten kale? Let's get it cancelled. With subscriptions ranging from $50 to over $150 per box, you can save up to $4,000 a year by stopping the service. This guide covers how to cancel on your desktop or mobile device.
How to Cancel Home Chef on Desktop or Laptop
Canceling your Home Chef subscription is most reliable when done through a web browser on a computer. The process is a little confusing because the button is labeled 'Pause', but these steps will get it done.
1 Log Into Your Account
First, open your web browser and navigate to the Home Chef website. Enter your email and password to sign in. This can't be done through the mobile app, which is a bit of a pain.
2 Navigate to Account Settings
Once you're logged in, look for your name in the top-right corner of the page. Click on it, and from the dropdown menu, select 'Account Settings'.
3 Find the Subscription Tab
On the Account Settings page, you'll see several tabs on the left side. Click on the 'Subscription' tab to view your plan details.
4 Initiate the Cancellation
Here's the tricky part. Home Chef labels the cancel button as 'Pause Subscription'. It's confusing, but this is the button you need to click to start the cancellation process. Click it to proceed.
5 Confirm Your Cancellation
Home Chef will likely present you with a few offers to try and keep you as a customer. You'll need to skip past these and confirm that you want to permanently cancel. Once you've confirmed, you should receive an email verification. Keep it for your records.
How to Cancel Home Chef on iPhone (iOS)
Heads up, you won't find a cancel button in the Home Chef app. The entire process has to be done through their website on a browser.
1 Open a Web Browser
You cannot cancel your Home Chef subscription through the iOS app or your Apple ID subscriptions. You must use a web browser like Safari or Chrome on your phone.
2 Go to the Home Chef Website
Type homechef.com into the address bar and log in with your account credentials. The mobile site works fine, but it can be a bit cramped.
3 Access Your Account Settings
Tap the menu icon (usually three horizontal lines) and find the link to your 'Account Settings'. This will take you to your main account dashboard.
4 Pause to Cancel
Just like on desktop, you need to find the 'Subscription' section and then tap the 'Pause Subscription' link. This is their path to the actual cancellation screen.
5 Follow the Prompts
Decline any special offers they show you and continue until you get a final confirmation that your account is canceled. Wait for the confirmation email to be sure it worked.
How to Cancel Home Chef on Android
Don't bother looking in the Google Play Store. To cancel Home Chef on Android, you have to log into their website using a browser.
1 Use Your Web Browser
The Home Chef subscription is not managed through the Google Play Store. Open Chrome or another web browser on your Android device to begin.
2 Log Into the Home Chef Site
Navigate to homechef.com and sign into your account. Make sure you have your login details handy.
3 Go to Account Settings
Find your account menu. It's typically in the top corner. From there, select 'Account Settings' to manage your subscription.
4 Select 'Pause Subscription'
In the 'Subscription' area of your account, look for the link that says 'Pause Subscription'. This is the correct option to start the cancellation process. It's a weird choice of words, but that's how they've set it up.
5 Confirm the Cancellation
You will have to click through a survey and a few discount offers. Keep declining them until you reach the final confirmation page. An email should arrive shortly after to confirm the cancellation is complete.
Cancel Home Chef by Phone or Email
If you're struggling with the website, you can contact their support team directly.
- By Phone: Call Home Chef support at (872) 225-2433. They are generally available Monday to Friday from 9 AM to 6 PM CT and Saturday from 10 AM to 2 PM CT. Be prepared for a potential wait.
- By Email/Contact Form: You can submit a request through the contact form on their website. This creates a written record, which is always a good idea. Expect a response within 1-2 business days.
Before You Cancel: What You Should Know
- Cancellation Deadline: You MUST cancel before Friday at 12 PM Central Time to avoid being charged for and receiving the following week's delivery. This deadline is firm.
- Pausing vs. Canceling: Home Chef heavily pushes you to 'pause' your subscription. Pausing just skips deliveries for a set time, while canceling stops all future charges permanently until you reactivate.
- Refunds: Home Chef does not offer refunds if you forget to cancel or skip a week before the deadline. Once the order is processed, you are responsible for the payment.
- Your Account: Canceling your subscription does not delete your account. Your information will remain saved, making it easy to reactivate in the future if you choose to.
Having Trouble Cancelling Your Home Chef Subscription?
It can be frustrating when cancellation doesn't go smoothly. Here are a few things to try:
- You're Using the App: Remember, you cannot cancel through the Home Chef mobile app. You must use a web browser on a phone or computer.
- You Missed the Deadline: If it's past Friday at noon CT, you've unfortunately missed the window to cancel the upcoming order. You can still cancel all future orders after that one.
- Browser Issues: Sometimes website glitches happen. Try clearing your browser's cache and cookies, or use an incognito/private window to log in and cancel.
- Can't Find the Button: The button is misleadingly labeled 'Pause Subscription'. Click that to start the cancellation flow.
- Contact Support Directly: When all else fails, call them at (872) 225-2433 or use their website's contact form. A support agent can process the cancellation for you.
Subscription Plans and Pricing (2025)
| Plan | Price Per Serving (Approx.) | Servings per Meal | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Home Chef (Standard) | $9.99 | 2, 4, or 6 | The classic meal kit with pre-portioned ingredients. Wide variety of recipes. |
| Fresh and Easy | $9.99 | 2, 4, or 6 | Low-prep or no-prep meals. Includes oven-ready, grill-ready, and 15-minute options. |
| Family Meals | $8.99 | 4 | Budget-friendly, family-focused recipes designed for bigger portions. |
| Lunchly | $7.99 | 2 or 4 | Quick, 5-minute lunches that don't require a lot of effort or cooking. |
| Add-Ons | Varies | Varies | Options to add breakfast, bread, dessert, or extra protein packs to your weekly order. |
How Pine AI Can Help You Cancel Your Home Chef Subscription
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Sophia Rodriguez
Food & Meal Prep Content Editor
Sophia Rodriguez, a former chef with a degree in Nutrition, has worked with leading meal kit companies to improve ingredient sourcing. She is the Food & Meal Prep Content Editor at Pine AI, where she develops step-by-step guides on food planning, grocery subscriptions, and kitchen efficiency tools. With over a decades experience in the culinary industry and nutrition-focused research, Sophia now specialises in helping readers save time, reduce food waste, and get the most value from meal prep services.
