If you were looking for a meal delivery service that caters to your entire family's needs, this is it: meet Schwan's. They have fried chicken for your kids, but they also have the gluten-free kind. If your child has a sweet tooth, they offer children-approved French toast pieces. For your parents, they offer meal options that are low in sodium. And for you, there is fresh fruit... and don't forget the pan-fried vegetables. Everybody's happy, which isn't common, right? Founded in 1952 by Marvin Schwan, the company currently employs more than 6,000 Customer Service Managers, catering to the needs of the many homes requesting Schwan's services. This company offers more than you ever thought possible in a meal delivery service, which means that you will find all of your needs to be met in a given place. Read on to find out if these services are meant to help you in the journey that you and your family are undertaking.

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The Good

Options
Money back guarantee
Gluten-free choices

They offer over 650 family classics, flash-frozen in order to preserve meals longer. Here's how it works: they want you to browse through their items until you've picked out your family's favorites. Once you've placed your order, they want you to choose your delivery date and preferred time frame. Finally, they make sure that you are satisfied with your order or your money back. They make sure that they prioritize customer service because they understand the importance of being satisfied with services offered. They offer many options in the gluten-free category. It is important to note that their gluten-free selections have been certified by the Celiac Support Association (CSA), which is stricter than the FDA, as the CSA requires foods to have less than five parts per million. Some options in this selection include white bread, brownie bites, blueberry streusel muffins, breaded chicken bites, pepperoni pizza, and a four-cheese pizza. Their LiveSmart options, a specialty of Schwan's, include oatmeal, fruit bars, edamame, spaghetti, sweet cut corn, guacamole, and lettuce wraps. Their vegetarian options are many, and they include Brussels sprouts, a vegetable medley, fresh-cut fruit plates, broccoli & cheese, asparagus, rice pilaf, fried rice, sweet potato fries, crispy waffle fries, and mashed potatoes. Aside from gluten-free, LiveSmart and vegetarian options, they offer alternatives that are low in sodium, low in calories, and have no added sugars. This is important to note because not all options offered by Schwan's are healthy, and these offer an alternative to that. If you want to give families the gift of great food and great memories, there are gift cards that range from $10 to $300, making it perfect for anything from a birthday, to Mother's Day, to Christmas. Ultimately, you decide if you like it enough to pass on the word, but since it has so many different options, everybody should find something that they like. You select the amount of money you want to give, then you select a gift card holder until finally you personalize the gift card holder, saying whom it's from, to whom it's being given, and writing a message.

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The Bad

Weight loss

This meal delivery service is, more than anything, like a grocery store. It has healthy products, but it also has the unhealthy ones. This is not a weight loss program, but it should still reduce the amount of deep-fried foods in which it offers. Americans' problems with obesity and heart disease have been directly correlated to food habits in the past, and they are only enforcing families to continue with these unhealthy habits despite their attempts to implement diet-based options. They should cook alternatives, trying to use less oils and fatty ingredients. Schwan's should also aim to use different cooking methods, rather than constantly deep-frying, while trying to find a similar taste. For this price, you're also better off going to the grocery store if you're looking to indulge in these unhealthy foods regardless. It is at least important for them to continue placing ingredients and nutritional information on their website. This way, we can stay informed on what we are eating if we wish, and make smart decisions based on that information. For example, although their corn mix is healthy, it comes with four servings, at 90 calories each serving. This is important to know, but with deep-fried food items, it becomes an increasingly more alarming concern. Foods that have zero nutritional value are made out of empty calories, which are the worst foods we could put into our bodies. Their popcorn shrimp serves eight people, at 220 calories a serving; many families eat more servings than is recommended, which is already an issue without the item consisting of zero nutritional value. They should aim to make their services enough for simply one or two people, rather than several. This would allow families to exert self-control and deliberately eat less, but more likely, it will make people realize the mistakes that they had been making before. Companies across the board should strive to offer much variety, but of the healthy kind-which is what Schwan's partially does.

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The Bottom Line

Ultimately, if you use Schwan's, it should be on occasion or if you don't have enough time to make it to the grocery store. This is not only because of the unhealthy choices, but because it is generally more costly, so if you have the time and the resources, you'll be saving yourself money by making dinner yourself-in the short and long term. Health issues might arise if you make wrong choices in terms of your meals. Schwan's does offer a variety of options that will keep the whole family satisfied, though, and if chosen correctly, meals could be of nutritional value, too. Due to the variety of diet options-such as the ones that are gluten-free, low in sodium, and with no added sugars-there is plenty to go around. Opt for the fresh fruits and vegetables, and make sure that your children learn to eat moderately and slowly. Schwan's could be a great family tool if used wisely.

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Adrianne murray Brigham City, UT

Their food is always good and has a guarantee. Granted it’s not the cheapest but I guess because it is delivered that makes sense. Before I started making bread I would buy their French bread a lot. Their fish always seems to be good. And of course let’s not forget they’re amazing ice cream. As my family has gotten larger I’ve not been able to afford them as much but I do splurge on certain items

5 years ago

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Aimee Mortensen Pleasant Grove, UT

You can schedule Schwan’s to come whenever you want, on a reoccurring schedule or just when you need something. The convenience of having it brought to your door is great and there’s a wide variety of food to choose from.

5 years ago

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JAKE American Fork, UT

We used to get Schwans all the time. They have some really great products and everything is made with quality ingredients. They had a peanut butter cup ice cream that was amazing. We would eat it almost every night. The price point is a little high which is why I only did 4 stars.

6 years ago

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janalee sanders Valley Center, CA

I used to use this service but it was many years ago. until this survey I didn't even know that they were still around! I really liked using Schwans those years ago because even with a large family there were so many items that were a good value or there were always many items on sale that it was "worth" it. I think ill look them up again!

6 years ago

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Shaylee Provo, UT

Schwan's is very simple and nice to use. It is nice if it is hard for you to go and grocery shop a lot. It is home delivery so they bring the products directly to your door step. They are prompt in delivering it when they say they will.

6 years ago

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Mildred Carter Woodbridge, VA

Schwan's is the reason why I fell in love with rocky road. No lie. They came to the house, offered the book and I saw it and thought it was the coolest thing. So we got it- and I fell in love with it. Their food was generally VERY nice, and very tasty although it is also a bit pricey.

6 years ago

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Rachael Kerr Gilbert, AZ

Schwan's has some great food, I especially like the ice cream selection. However I've also had some food from Schawn's that wasn't the best. It's kind of a gamble on what you buy, but once you find the stuff that you like, it's pretty good.

6 years ago

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Darbles32 Managua, MN

It was always an exciting day when we saw the Schwanns food truck pull up in front of our house. The food is great and is convenient to have delivered right to you

5 years ago

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L. Stockton Rocky Mount, NC

Excellent food choices and convenient. The only negative is I hear they don't always treat their employees (drivers) fairly. But as far as food and service, I'm happy.

7 years ago

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Jordan Bell Orem, UT

Schwan's has great meal deliveries. They have so many great food options that everyone can find something they like. They even drive up to your house so you can choose what you want then.

3 years ago

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Jec Canby, OR

Yummy food, just a bit spendy. I guess it's great for those who are willing to pay for convenience. Also, for my size family I have to buy 3 boxes of each thing, so it adds up fast.

3 years ago

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Martha Gourley Pleasant Grove, UT

Schwan's offers high quality food. They also offer a nice variety of items that I would not normally try. The prices are higher but the ver personal service you get somewhat offsets this concern.

5 years ago

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chris Francom Houston, TX

I really like the variety of foods that they offer. My picky kids enjoy almost everything I get from them. You can order once and have it dropped at your door. It is a bit on the expensive side in my opinion.

5 years ago

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Lindsey A Brown Lehi, UT

Great food, great prices, and an overall good variety that the family really enjoys. Not to mention having it delivered to my door...how great is that! Big thumbs up to the Schwan Man as the kids call him.

6 years ago

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Annie Orr Provo, UT

We got my grandparents Schwan’s for Christmas one year and it was a hit. They loved it. The food that was provided was always so good and they were very helpful if we had any questions or concerns.

6 years ago

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Jamie King Cokeville, WY

I have always loved Schwans ice cream but lately I feel like it doesn’t taste as good and it’s not as creamy as it use to be. I do love that they still go door to door!

6 years ago

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Ron Durfey Pleasant Grove, UT

Used Schwan's a lot in the past. The service and the products were great, especially the ice cream. Wish I could go back but they're too expensive to justify.

6 years ago Edited September 14, 2021

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Shari Evers Lehi, UT

I love to your door delivery! Especially when it comes to food. Best frozen pizza and ice cream bars!

6 years ago

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AGenes Eagle Mountain, UT

Love the convenience of Schwan’s. Prices are decent, they have a variety of product, tastes great, and they come to you!

5 years ago

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Seth Managua, MN

So very good expensive food! However the truck drivers use to give out ice cream sandwiches if you asked! Very amazing delivery service!

5 years ago

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Jocelyn E Lehi, UT

Home delivery for food is the best thing since sliced bread!! Life is busy and Schwans has great food and it’s easy to get.

6 years ago

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MaryAnn Price, UT

We have used Schawn's in the past. Their food was always of great quality. My kids loved the pushup ice-creams.

5 years ago

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Autumn Kallunki Provo, UT

Schwan's is my favorite place for ice cream. The food is super yummy and delivery never takes too long.

6 years ago

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Jenny whipple Mesa, AZ

Such yummy and easy food. Nice to have some choices in the freezer for extra busy days. Delicious desserts.

6 years ago

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Josh F Chandler, AZ

Great delivery service, driver was super friendly and helpful!

1 year ago

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Tony's Babygirl Staton MO

Love the products and home delivery is very accommodating...good!

2 years ago

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Kayle Wilds Eagle Mountain, UT

Food is always delicious and the delivery driver is the most friendly person ever!

5 years ago

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Camille Lynnwood, WA

Love their frozen portion cookies. Very convenient to have them delivered. Super easy.

5 years ago

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king Queen Creek, AZ

love the ice cream. i make and effort to be here when they deliver

6 years ago