Summary: As someone who loves a good deal and cool, sustainable, and trendy brands, Martie is a great marketplace to discover and try new products at a fraction of the cost you’d encounter on their websites or in a bustling shop. Martie has everything from pantry items and beverages to PFAS-free cookware and clean beauty — all from top-shelf brands. I so love that Martie’s surplus item model reduces food waste, water waste, and CO2 emissions while making some of The Good Trade editors’ favorite brands available at a lower cost.

What I Love:

  • I found several brands I love and new brands to try at a huge discount! All of Martie’s products are up to 70% less than their retail price. 
  • Martie’s app was easy for me to navigate from browsing to checkout. Plus, it has a cute design. 🙂
  • The delivery process was quick and easy. I was able to unpack everything in less than ten minutes and the packaging is all recyclable. 
  • Martie is reducing food waste by selling items that would otherwise be thrown out, and in turn is saving water waste and preventing CO2 emissions. 

Things To Keep In Mind:

  • While most of the products are delicious and I found many favorites, there were a couple that weren’t as yummy as other brands. But some of that can surely be attributed to personal preference! 
  • Martie only stocks shelf-stable items, so if you’re looking for a refrigerated section, you’ll have to shop somewhere else. 

My partner and I have been looking for ways to save money this year ahead of our wedding, but we love having fun snacks on hand, quick and easy meals, and I still like to splurge on cute home decor to make my space feel like home. So if there’s one thing I love, it’s a good deal. I’m from the Midwest. I’m frugal! But I also like nice things. So when I heard about Martie, I was all over it. 

About Martie 

Martie is a woman-owned, California-based online marketplace that delivers shelf-stable groceries and household items for a fraction of the cost that you’d pay elsewhere — up to 70% less. They do this by purchasing surplus items from top brands and selling them at a discount. The products they get from brands might have been overstock (aka excess inventory), an old design if the brand has packaging changes, or seasonal items that are still good to eat but maybe aren’t trendy at the moment (hello pumpkin spice and peppermint!). 

“What’s really cool about Martie’s model is that not only do we get perfectly good products at a reduced cost, but it also saves food waste.”

What’s really cool about Martie’s model is that not only do we get perfectly good products at a reduced cost, but it also saves food waste. Martie has saved over five million pounds of food from going to waste since they launched in 2021. And as a direct result of saving food, over 613 million gallons of water have been saved and over 15,000 tons of CO2 emissions prevented from entering the atmosphere by keeping food from rotting. 

The co-founders of Martie, Louise Fritjofsson and Kari Morris, are moms and entrepreneurs. Before Martie, they saw firsthand the issues with food waste and how much food was going to landfills when it was perfectly good. So they started Martie to combat both that problem and the issue of how expensive food is. It was a win-win. Many of the brands they offer are organic, clean, sustainable, and/or nontoxic. And Martie is not a subscription-based model. You can just purchase whatever you need, when you need it!

Using the Martie app

The Martie app is cute, easy to navigate, and organized, making the experience of shopping for items simple and efficient. All of the products are organized by category, from pantry to beauty to home goods, and at the click of a button, you can navigate to exactly what you’re looking for. They also offer a search feature, trending deals, and a “Just Landed” section on the home page that shows new products every day. You can see past orders, items you’ve recently viewed, and your account information, all on the app. Shipping is determined by the size of the order, with a minimum of $30 required for checkout. Shipping is free for all orders over $50.

“The Martie app is cute, easy to navigate, and organized, making the experience of shopping for items simple and efficient.”

Another cool feature of the app is that it’ll show you how much money and how many pounds of food you’ve saved from ending up in a landfill. It’s great to see the impact you’re having on your wallet and the planet!

Receiving my shipment and first impressions

Martie is connected to Shop, so I was easily able to get notifications about shipping and delivery right to my email (and to my phone, since I have the Shop app!). It came quickly after ordering, and I got a notification when it arrived via UPS ground. My order came packaged in a cute, 100% recycled box, packed with recyclable paper cushioning and filling. All of the shipping packaging is also recyclable.

The items were packed very neatly inside the box, and they even wrapped up the wine bottle in some bubble wrap so that it wouldn’t break in transit. The best part about opening my box, though, might have been the adorable little stickers they placed on top — such a nice little touch to show Martie’s attention to detail. 

A cardboard box labeled "martie" sits on a wooden surface. Three framed pictures are hanging on a gray wall in the background.
An open cardboard box containing assorted packaged items, a bubble-wrapped object, and a sheet of colorful stickers labeled "martie.
The orders come quickly, packed in recycled materials, with cute little stickers on top!

Here’s what I ordered from Martie:

Hotpot Queen Congqing Spicy Hotpot Thick Cut Noodles (2-pack) | $5.99 (Reg. $12.99)

I love a quick, easy meal that I can throw together after work within a matter of minutes, and this spicy hotpot with thick-cut noodles was exactly that! Hotpot Queen is a woman- and AAPI-owned noodle brand inspired by the founder’s mother’s small hotpot restaurant in the heart of Chongqing, China. The quick and easy noodles (they took me under 10 minutes to make!) are spicy and savory. The Sichuan seasoning was definitely spicy, but my fiancé and I couldn’t get enough! It tasted just like the stuff we’d get from our favorite local authentic Chinese restaurant. Another bonus? I could read every single ingredient on the package. I love seeing real ingredients, and it definitely came through with the amazing flavor. Two packs of these would usually run you about $12.99, but on Martie, it was $5.99 for a two-pack. We made both packs and it was enough for dinner plus leftovers. Such a great deal! 

A white bowl of wide, flat noodles with chili oil and spices, accompanied by wooden chopsticks with turquoise grips, sits on a wooden table.
A hand holds a box labeled "Hotpot Queen Spicy Hotpot Thick Cut Noodles" with bold orange text on a blue background, next to an open cardboard box.
These flavorful noodles took less than 10 minutes to make and were super delicious.

Momofuku Spicy Soy Noodles (5-pack) | $6.49 (Reg. $13)

I said that I love quick, easy meals, but did I also mention that I love noodles? I love noodles, and there were several options on Martie, including one of my favorite go-tos, the Momofuku Spicy Soy Noodles. I couldn’t believe it when I saw that these noodles, which usually are around $13, were half the price — I almost bought three just to stock up! These individual serving noodles cook in three minutes and are air-dried and never fried. They have 11 grams of plant-based protein, 0 grams of trans fat, and 0 mg of cholesterol. And they are 100% delicious. I love making these when I work from home because they come together so quickly and I can spend most of my lunch break enjoying the sun on my patio while eating delicious noodles instead of cooking. 

A package of Momofuku Spicy Soy Noodles next to a pink bowl filled with cooked noodles and a pair of wooden chopsticks on a wooden surface.
A hand holds a pack of Momofuku Spicy Soy Noodles in front of an open cardboard box.
These noodles are protein-packed and super tasty, and came at about half of their usual price point!

GrownAs* Mac & Cheese (6.2 oz box) | $4.19 (Reg. $6.90)

I’m always down to try a healthier alternative for boxed mac and cheese, and this vegan one was intriguing to me because it has 10 grams of plant protein per serving and is non-GMO, plant-based, and eco-friendly. It was easy to make, just like classic boxed mac and cheese. The flavor wasn’t bad, but unfortunately, I did not like the texture at all. It was a bit powdery and not very creamy. I wouldn’t buy this one again, but if you want to try a vegan mac (and aren’t picky about texture), you should give it a try. 

A yellow box of GrownAs* Mac Classic plant-based macaroni and cheese sits on a wooden surface against a plain light gray wall.
A hand holds a box of GrownAs* Mac Classic, a plant-based macaroni and cheese product, in front of an open cardboard shipping box.
A healthier alternative to a classic comfort food, this a good vegan alternative for those not picky about texture!

Rind Remix Piña Colada Fruit & Nut Mix (3.5 oz bag) | $3.99 (Reg. $5.99)

Martie has a huge selection of yummy snacks. It was hard to decide which I wanted to try! I’ve been really into dried fruit and nuts lately, so I went with this Rind Remix Piña Colada Fruit & Nut Mix. The mix has coconut crisps, sweet and salty cashews, and dried pineapple. It’s non-GMO, vegan, gluten-free, and made with real ingredients. They also give back by donating snacks to school children to teach them the importance of eating healthy. I literally devoured the whole bag in two days. It was the perfect snack for when I was craving something sweet but healthy. I will definitely be ordering this one again!

A package of RIND Remix Piña Colada fruit and nut snack mix is next to a small orange bowl containing the snack mix, on a wooden surface.
A hand holds a yellow bag of RIND REMIX piña colada fruit and nut snack mix in front of an open cardboard box.
The perfect mix for texture lovers.

Proxies Blanc State Non-Alcoholic Wine Alternative (25 oz bottle) | $15.99 (Reg. $24.99)

For the past year, I stopped drinking alcohol because it was making my migraines so much worse and more frequent. Thankfully, the plethora of nonalcoholic drinks out there these days made it a seamless transition — I can still have my cute little summer drink on my patio, without the alcohol! So when I saw that Martie had several NA drink options, I was very excited. They have canned NA cocktails, mocktail mixers, sparkling drinks, and NA wine alternatives. Something about the start of summer had me in the mood to try this NA white wine alternative from Proxies. It was so tasty! I found it to be refreshing, with a bright flavor and slight spice that made it interesting and enjoyable. It’s vegan, gluten-free, and made without artificial ingredients or preservatives. And it was only $15.99, when it’s regularly $24.99! 

A hand holds a bubble-wrapped item inside an open cardboard shipping box with air-filled packing material.
A brown glass bottle labeled "Proxies" with a green and white label, placed on a wooden surface against a plain light-colored wall.
A gf, vegan, alcohol free wine is the perfect refreshing alternative for non-drinkers or anyone who wants to enjoy a sober evening, but still enjoy the ritual of pouring a glass of wine.

Kiddiwinks Prebiotic Plant-Based Chocolate Milk (32 oz) | $4.99 (Reg. $8.99)

I was craving a bit of nostalgia, so I picked up this prebiotic plant-based chocolate milk from Kiddiwinks, a brand made by moms to get kids to drink prebiotics. This was admittedly not my favorite of the items I received, largely because it was just a bit reminiscent of a protein shake. Even after shaking it quite a bit, there were still some chunks in it. The flavor was pretty good, but the texture deterred me from finishing a glass. 

A carton of Kiddi Winks prebiotic plant-based chocolate milk sits next to a glass of chocolate milk, a red candle, and a small potted plant on a wooden surface.
A hand holds a carton of Kiddi Winks prebiotic plant-based chocolate milk over an open cardboard box.
A chocolate plant-based milk that is also prebiotic? Um, yes please.

VitaHustle Electrolyte Immunity (6-pack) | $0.99 (Reg. $11.95)

My fiancé loves having electrolyte drops on hand at all times. He does musical theatre, so he needs that extra boost of hydration to get through a dance-intensive show. I bought these for him to try out. First, I think we need to acknowledge how on sale these were! Regularly nearly $12, these were only $0.99 on Martie. That’s amazing! My fiancé said they were pretty good, too. He said that the flavor was a bit weaker than other brands of electrolyte drop-in powders he’s tried, but they worked well in keeping him hydrated. I asked if he’d buy them again, and he said, “For that great of a price, absolutely!” 

A box of Vita-Muscle Electrolyte Hydration Immunity supplement in orange flavor is placed on a wooden surface against a plain light gray wall.
A hand holds a box of VitaHustle Electrolyte Hydration Immunity supplement in orange flavor over an open shipping box containing more products.
Electrolytes are ideal for optimizing hydration, but they can be pricey! These came in at just a fraction of their usual retail value and were an absolute steal.

Areaware Stacking Planter Mini | $12.99 (Reg. $49.99)

I’m always eyeing up the stunning home goods on Areaware’s website, but the price often keeps me from buying anything. So when I saw that Martie had lots of their stuff at steep discounts, I was kicking my feet in excitement. The first item that I added to cart when I was browsing the Martie app was this adorable terracotta planter. It’s regularly $49.99, and on Martie, it was only $12.99. That’s an insanely good deal for this high-quality, design-forward planter. I love that the bottom little ring of the planter is the drainage tray. It’s so seamless and looks so nice while keeping my little plant happy. I think I’m going to order a couple more to give as gifts!

A small, round, terracotta vase with a stacked ring design sits on a wooden surface against a plain light-colored wall.
A hand holding a cardboard box labeled "Stacking Planter" in front of an open shipping box, with framed pictures on the wall in the background.
Martie is reducing more than just food waste — the app is also helping to streamline overstock homegoods like this adorable planter from ending up in the dump.

Areaware Small Outline Basket | $11.99 (Reg. $44.99)

Another item from Areaware that I added to cart is this adorable yellow basket. I love how it feels high-quality and looks so bright and cheery while holding my produce. I can’t wait to fill it with farmers market finds all summer long. 

A hand holds a white cardboard box with a yellow line drawing of a bowl on its front, positioned above an open brown shipping box.
A yellow wire basket sits on top of a white box labeled "Outline Basket" on a wooden surface against a plain wall.
This museum-worthy basket was a quarter of its usual retail price with Martie!

Areaware Honey, I’m Home Beeswax Candles (Set of 2) | $6.99 (Reg. $16)

If you looked around my home, you’d find about eight taper candles in a one-bedroom apartment. Now there are ten! What I’m trying to say is that I love candlesticks, and I can never have enough. These AreAware ones are tall, high-quality, and a beautiful red(ish) color. I put one on my countertop and am saving the other for a date night dinner at home. I love that they were only $6.99 when they’re regularly $16 — such a great deal for great candles. 

A hand holds a red rectangular box labeled "Honey, I'm Home" above an open cardboard box containing various other boxed items.
A red box labeled "Honey, I'm Home" lies open on a wooden surface, revealing a red candle inside.
Beeswax candles can cost an arm and a leg; with Martie, we found them for under $4 each!

So, is Martie worth it?

A resounding yes! If you’re like me, and enjoy high-quality items at a discount, then Martie is absolutely for you. I saved over $100 on the items in my order, and saved over 8 pounds of food from landfills. I’ve found myself scrolling through every day to see what new deals are coming out on Martie, and I’m consistently excited. They just added Supergoop and Ghia — two of my favorite brands — so I’ll definitely be placing another order.

If you’re interested in saving money (and the planet!), it’s a no-brainer to try out Martie for your quick meals, snacks, drinks, home goods, and beauty products. I highly recommend checking it out!

Brianna Schubert is a Contributing Editor at The Good Trade and the Digital Editor at Milwaukee Magazine. She has a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. Since 2023, Brianna has combined her expertise and investigative skills to deliver thoughtful reviews of sustainable products and home goods, helping readers make informed, eco-conscious choices. Brianna is also the writer behind The Mood Board, a Substack newsletter for creativity and inspiration. When she’s not writing, you can find her cooking up a new recipe, reading and recommending books, cuddling with her cat, or finding hidden gems at vintage and thrift stores. Say hi on Instagram!