4Patriots Reviews

The company will not answer phone for returns.

Bottom Line: No, I would not recommend this to a friend

I have ordered the product from Food 4 Patriots several times over the past couple of years. I have ordered the 72-hour pack , several 1-month packs, and the 3-month pack. I have not yet had an issue with any of the deliverables. I agree that the "sky is falling" marketing ploy is tiresome and the bait and switch technique used at their website is boring and a waste of time - I just end the browser window.

I have found that going through other access points has been much more convenient (i.e. preparewithbeck.com). I have found that the conspiracy theory crap is used by many vendors and it does get droll. I wish vendors would simply market to me as though I am an informed adult.

As for quality, I used one of the 1-week packs when I went to the Tetons last year. The food was pretty good. I cannot speak to the Customer Service people as I haven't had the need to use them.

Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I was reading several of the reviews and I wanted to offer my experience. I ordered from Food4Patriots on several occasions. I have ordered several of the 72hrs kits as my budget is limited on what I can spend for this type of item. I did order a one month supply, after waiting approximately 2 weeks I sent an email to inquire about the order. I received a reply from Fank Bates personally and within 3 days my order was delivered FedEx. I have also ordered the coffee pack from them.

We live on the Gulf Coast. Food and water emergencies are a very real thing. It is not unusual to be without power for two weeks and have a warning to boil water before using. You eat high on the hog while emptying out your freezer but after that, things get tough.

Grocery stores are closed or open with limited stock. Ask people in New Orleans or the Mississippi Coast what it was like after Katrina or Camille.

I want to thank Food4Patriots for making me think about the issue to begin with. My wife and I live a little easier knowing that at least today we have a plan and some backup in case things get bad.

Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Confusing ads, checkout process, long recordings, and orders I never ordered. Do yourself a BIG favor, go to anyone you find on Google and SAVE BIG bucks and get a lot more survival food and ZERO headaches than these people at Food 4 Patriots. If Food 4 Patriots was the last company on earth I would NEVER buy from them.

Bottom Line: No, I would not recommend this to a friend

I wanted to try out their food as they said they were offering a 3 day supply for free by just pay for the shipping at $9.98.

When I put in my credit card to pay, you are redirected away to another page where they try to get you to buy more food at of course a great price. Bait and switch! That made me go to a more reputable company. I will avoid these folks at all costs!

Bottom Line: No, I would not recommend this to a friend

It took 2 weeks to process my return, I called and was told both refunds had been processed 2 weeks after they received them. Waited 1 week after the first refund was processed and no one would answer the phone. So I called my credit card company to obtain a refund.

Bottom Line: No, I would not recommend this to a friend

I have ordered small food kits and tried power greens and have sampled there freeze dried coffee. The food kits I give a four star, the greens I give a four star But the Coffee is a FIVE STAR.

I do recommend to friends but warn them about the videos, as they're a bit longer than necessary. I never had problem with orders and the one time I contacted costumer service with a question I got a good answer within 3 hours.

Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Including potatoes, rice, soup and a sugared drink mix, this pack includes a lot of empty calories, and not much protein. This is a four week pack, but only if you plan on eating less than 1,000 calories a day for those four weeks (I did the math, including all the calories from the non-drink items). During an emergency, when you might need to walk, run, build, plant, stay warm, etc, this diet just won't do it. I don't think this is anywhere close to enough food for four weeks. It's more like 12 days worth of food, and even then, with very little protein to build or maintain muscle. The meal I tried was tasty enough, but I tend to doubt the manufacturer's claim of 25-year shelf life, after seeing how woefully short of food this "four week" kit is. On their own, these packs of food are woefully short of nutritional content.

Bottom Line: No, I would not recommend this to a friend

I ordered the 4 week supply on January 24th and received it on January 29th. When I opened the box I realized that there were two 4 week supplies in the box. I went back to my emails to check my conformation numbers and found a second order had been added to my credit card without me knowing about it. I called customer service to let them know what had happened and the lady I talked to acted as though it was all my fault. The two orders were purchased about 9 minutes apart and by the time the second order was so-called purchased, I had already logged off my PC. Sounds kind of fishy? I was told by the lady on the phone, who acted like she really did not care, that I had 60 days to return the order, at MY expense, and they would give me a refund on my account. If so I'll have a credit balance on my credit card that I rarely use and my money will be tied up for who knows how long with the credit card company. I was really disappointed with their customer service and really think people should think twice about ordering anything online from them.

Bottom Line: No, I would not recommend this to a friend

I have read some of the reviews and I did not experience any of them. I received my order within 10 days and when I opened the containers there was no leakage from any package. As for contacting customer service there was no need to. Correspondence was by email and replies were within a 24 hours. Overall service was very good. If you check the history of what is going on it is not just Food4Patriots but, other organizations as well are saying the same thing. It is not right now but very soon in the near future. Be prepared and you just might come through whatever the next catastrophe might be.

Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Ordered the 72 hour packets offered through an ad in the NRA publication American Rifleman. The lead in by the rep when I called gave me pause because it was geared at scare tactics and a heavy sell of their other products. This continued even after I gave my CC number and I started feeling a little nervous because I had to repeatedly confirm with the rep that she was not adding other items on to my order. Luckily, the sale went through OK, but I still don't like them having my information now that I've read that they are nothing, but a glorified marketing firm. Shortly after the purchase I started receiving barrages of spam emails, luckily the unsubscribe links seemed to work because I haven't been bothered by them, but I have received two catalogs in the mail so far. I've called them and asked to be removed from their lists and they once again tried to sell me a bunch of stuff.

Thanks, but no thanks, I'll stick with Mountain House for my long term foods. This stuff is fair at best and very high in sodium and preservatives. I'm glad we only got a couple of the sample packs, because we're going to reserve them for last ditch use or for bartering should there be a need.

Bottom Line: No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Hydrogenated oils, even coconut oil. Dye flavor enhancer. Aluminum. I bought this in summer of 2015. Just opened up box to read the packages. I was under impression it was healthy food. OMG, I'm so disappointed and a bit pissed off. I feel ripped off. I'm hoping the water purifier I got from them isn't junk. I feel this is really deceptive. Does not have all servings as stated. Never will buy again, ever.

Bottom Line: No, I would not recommend this to a friend

We ordered 2 containers from FFP and the outside shipping containers are nice. But, once you open you rethink your purchase.

Although they say the food is vacuumed packed, it isn't. The smell of maple permeates every other product. All the products tried to date, we have the same opinion: if I were starving we could probably eat it but until then, no. It sucks. Flavors are all off, macaroni, oatmeal, etc. remain hard and tough. I won't ever buy these products again. There are ways to put up normal foods for long term storage, you don't need this junk.

We complained to the company about the maple flavor and un-vacuumed bags and they pretty much told us too bad.

Bottom Line: No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Bought a 3 month supply kit of ready to prepare food pouches. Have tried the broccoli and also the fettuccine. It was so bad my husband and grand children wouldn't even eat it, and they eat everything, especially anything with pasta. The broccoli was really tough and fibrous despite soaking. I also purchased the fruit and veggie container. The banana chips are the only thing that tasted good so far. They claim their food has no MSG, but the ingredients on the package tells a different story. I'm really sorry I purchased this. And to think I trusted Glenn Beck on this.

Bottom Line: No, I would not recommend this to a friend

I have tried to contact this place with a question to no avail. Will not contact via email. I am put on hold for long periods of time and no one ever picks up. My bins are sweet and I wanted to know if they will attract bugs. I guess they will because no one will contact me. I question if this is a legit business or not. Next step is to Consumers Affairs.

Bottom Line: No, I would not recommend this to a friend

No complaints. Each item ordered was received quickly and accurately. It is freedom of speech to publish ones views. If it fits yours, then so be it. No high pressure felt on this end.

Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I have some of these containers in my supply. These foods are freeze dried back packing type foods. I have over the past 6 years purchased a lot of these "emergency survival" foods. I also buy bulk rice, beans, spices, canned meats, soups, veggies, fruits, etc. to go with these freeze dried foods. The freeze dried meals tend to have a lot of sodium in them and my plan is to mix small amounts of them with the rice, beans and so on. This is emergency food stocks for a possible SHTF collapse or other major situation. When you're starving, you'll eat it all with pleasure. There are other companies offering organic gluten free foods out there so do some searching. Don't just buy prepared meals, buy supplies of freeze dried meats, veggies and fruits and be creative. Canned food will last a very long time if stored properly. Good Luck

Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I received what I paid for in a timely manner in waterproof containers. I'm very happy with what I received and I believe the product to be of top quality.

Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I loved the containers they were packed in. I only tasted the potato soup but if everything is as good as that soup, brother, it will be worth every penny. My kids and husband tried it and I didn't tell them it was the food I ordered and they said this stuff is really good. I said well if things get bad at least you will eat good. Had a pleasant experience dealing with this company. Wish I could have bought more. And just recently they sent me a 100 dollar coupon to put towards another order. Think I may use it.

Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

While I have not tried the food as yet, I was completely satisfied with the diversity of the contents, and impressed with them being stored in the tubs which made storage easy.

They were prompt in their shipping. Merchandise was as advertised.

I do wish they had included more of the fruit, veggie & snack mix, however, I do see where you can order that separately which I intend to do. I highly recommend this product.

Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Well. these reviews are a bit of a shock. My first purchase was the small one. One week I think "testing the water" and Everything was good. I got it in good time. So I ordered the 4-week package the week I got my first order. Please note: I did NOT smell the food with those orders. The next step was of course the 3-month package. I got it and smelled the food this time in both containers. I got seed vault and it was open and dented. Other that that, everything was there.

So knowing that this is based on food for 1 person, I wanted and did order another 3-month. That was a week ago. I have heard nothing from them. I was going to e-mail them when I came across this. It is sad to think that people you thought were out to help you were real Americans are really no better than the people they talk about in the Government. Only time will tell if my opinion will change from just an OK to nay. So at this point I can not give a true yes or no bottom line. However, because I have to, I will go with no because there is more bad than good. Buyer beware.

Bottom Line: No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Ordered the 72 hour meal package. Good communication, fast shipping. We were hailed out the other night and no power so we thought we would give it a try. Boiled up the water added the potato cheese soup and never added any spices to it because I wanted the absolute pure taste. We ate by lantern light and it was excellent. Like others, I have had MRE's, C-Rats, high-dollar camping food from "Big Name" outlets and this by far was the best I have ever had. Service was excellent, I received my order in about 7 business days. To the person who writes about scare tactics, first off it is called "marketing", secondly, we hear daily from most of the MSM that our electrical grid is under attack on a daily basis - and finally the "House of Cards" known as an economy. To those who think it is "stupid to prepare for the worst", good luck counting on the "Gubment" to come to your rescue. You'll have to let all of us know how that works for you.

Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I am very happy with my purchase of the six month food purchase. They were very prompt. Received e-mail up dates and it only took four weeks to get. That was during the Christmas rush. I am going to purchase more. Great prices.

Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Bought online. First ordered two three months supply. Then decided may be I should try the 72 hour kits first. Called customer service. My call was answered right off by a real live person. Asked to cancel first order and change to 72 hour kits. She did so immediately without trying to talk me out of it or up-sell me. That alone was very refreshing. Received the order within a week.

Later ordered four lifestyles. They took about two weeks to arrive. They came with a packet of minestrone soup. We cooked it that night and it was very good.

Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I have never had any problems getting my food supply, I have had good customer service also. They sent me a few packets to try and they tasted good. A lot of people are using this won't be up for long and this is going to get me in trouble and you need to prepare, before it's too late. That's how they get your money. Power for patriots I think is a scam. Build your own electrical energy that needs no outside source to run it. Then they scare you into trying to buy their e-book blue print. I got one free and it's not what it claims to be. I could build one, but it would be dangerous to have sitting out in the open. That stuff is just plain nonsense.

Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

The wife and I ordered 5 units of the three month food supply, and they were delivered as expected. On opening one of the tubs filled with mylar packages of various food items, I immediately noticed the smell of an open package of noodle soup mix. How did the smell of foodstuffs get past the mylar?

I have concerns about longevity now. However, the products were all fairly tasty, but not for the soy intolerant people. They get their stuff from another company in the same business; I checked and found the prices identical s/o this looks like a decent deal.

Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I thought I would take a chance on this in spite of the poor reviews on the internet. I ordered a 30 day supply to check out the product and service. That was over 90 days ago. I sent three emails to their "help" desk promising a 48 hour reply; nothing. I got some seeds and a couple pamphlets for my order. And my family is laughing at me.

Save your money, yes it is a scam.

Bottom Line: No, I would not recommend this to a friend