3.12
49% of reviewers would recommend to a friend
3.1 • 99 Reviews
Soylent sells nutritious and tasty meal-replacement drinks, powders, and bars.
3.12
49% of reviewers would recommend to a friend
Reviews mention
Soylent is a popular meal replacement drink that is appreciated for its variety of flavors, affordability, and its utility as a quick meal option. However, some customers find its taste too sweet and dislike the aftertaste. Additionally, there are complaints about the slow shipping process and issues with the subscription service. The product is considered expensive by some.
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99 reviews and posts
3mo ago
Taste awful. Got a variety pack to see how each flavor tasted and I did not enjoy.
6mo ago
Tried it once. Tasted good. Just very expensive.
5mo ago
These are good for people with appetite issues
I have only tried the chocolate flavor. It is tasty and filling. I drink one around 7 and it gets me through until lunchtime. They are reasonably priced and seem to be easily available.
Some flavors are better than other! The chocolate is amazing, like a glass of chocolate milk. It’s a good way to get a chunk of protein in.
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Some flavors need help in the taste department.
2y ago
I have been ordering Soylent online for over 2 years. I was working in a warehouse and it was an excellent meal to have, give me a shot of protein and energy. I have not found a flavor of Soylent that I dislike. It delivers on it's promise
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not much, i'm not sick of it yet, so that tells me something
3y ago
Soylent updated its flavor line up in 2020 and thier new banana shake is AWESOME. This is nothing like the older shakes that were plain or thick - this is creamy and delicious. I have tried most of the updated, new flavors and really like them all, but Banana is exceptional and I haven't found any other vegan banana shakes.
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Nothing - maybe making a smaller portion to be used as a coffee creamer?
I tried the Creamy Chocolate shake, but it tasted too much like a nutritional shake for my liking. I do like that these offer a meal in a bottle, but the taste could be improved. I'm not opposed to these.
9mo ago
Filing and tasty
8mo ago
Love the flavors and how in a pinch, I can easily drink something that makes me feel nourished and healthy
1y ago
It’s okay. I would drink it as a once in a while thing and not to replace my regular nutrition. More like as an urgent “I don’t have time to eat” product. It has not given me gastrointestinal distress as I have heard it has done to some people. It is somewhat filling. I’ve tried chocolate, banana, mint chocolate, and strawberry and none of them are objectionable.
9mo ago
Didn't get the chance to even try the product because their shipping process is so slow. Beware of the free shipping...it'll take weeks to get your order.
6mo ago
DO NOT OPEN A SUBSCRIPTION WITH THIS COMPANY! I had been using Soylent products off and on since they were created. I remember watching the interviews with the guy who invented it sitting at his computer and talking about how he got frustrated at making time to eat. I was a really big fan. I had a subscription and everything. I occasionally skipped an order when money was tight, but their sms system made that really easy. Until it didn’t. On Sunday, December 24th, I got a message about my upcoming delivery. I was really relieved, because with the holidays I really couldn’t afford it right now. So, like normal when funds were tight, I skipped the shipment. I RECIEVED TEXT MESSAGE CONFIRMATION THAT MY ORDER WAS BEING SKIPPED AND WOULD NOT BE RENEWED UNTIL APRIL 22. Naturally, when the product showed up a week later at my doorstep, I was perplexed. I contacted the company, where I was informed that I was being billed, the order did go through, and they made it seem like it was my fault - I suppose in a way it was, my fault for opening a subscription with them. I asked if I could return the product and cover shipping, they declined. I offered to return the product and meet them halfway (cover half the cost), and they declined. I have filed a complaint, but I haven’t heard anything substantial yet. I just didn’t want this to happen to anyone else, so I thought I’d start sharing my experience. I will modify this review if the company gets in contact with me.
1y ago
It's so hard to find a meal replacement shake that is not dairy based! I've tried Creamy Chocolate Meal Replacement Shake and it was great! I would purchase this again and recommend it if asked.
I have literally no clue who is drinking these but it CERTAINLY is not me. I’ve tried multiple different flavors, and every single one of them tastes so bad to me. Cheers to those who love it - I just can’t find a flavor I like.
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Oof. More user testing on flavors?
3y ago
Fills you up but doesn't have an amazing taste. If you need something quick, go for these, but don't expect a tasty drink.
Tasted great and not powdery but it didn't keep me as full for as long as I was hoping for the price
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A high protein version
The mint chocolate flavor left kind of a weird aftertaste and the drink had a weird mouthfeel to me. Not my favorite.
If you're someone that--I don't know--doesn't like solid food or needs an extra hit of calories, then the Complete Meal shake could be a good alternative. Otherwise, it's rather chalky and didn't "wow" me. There are other shakes on the market that I would recommend first.
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The chalky texture, mainly.
Definitely a hit or miss with people but I personally enjoy the taste of the Soylent's I've tried. I always felt like it tasted like leftover cereal milk but slightly thicker, and that's cool with me. If nutrition/ingredient-wise this lines up with you, it's a great option to have for inconvenient times (these were great to have in the car for a cross-country trip)