The 13 Best Turkeys to Order Online for Thanksgiving, According to Customer Reviews

• What We Like: cage-free, raised by third- and fourth-generation farmers, all-natural turkeys, free of antibiotics, steroids and hormones, relatively affordable
• What We Don't Like: nothing
• Weight Options: 8-10 pounds, 10-12 pounds, 12-14 pounds, 14-16 pounds, 16-18 pounds, 18-20 pounds, 20-22 pounds, 22-24 pounds, 24-26 pounds, 26-28 pounds
• Shipping: free on orders $175+
• Promising Review: “As if the ease of ordering, exceptional customer service and the flawless, worry-free pickup weren’t enough, the turkey was tender and delicious. Can’t wait to try some of their other vast array of products.”

Every single customer review is five stars and it’s no surprise why. These high-quality Nicholas breed birds from sustainable Fossil Farms are raised in a free-roaming, cage-free environment in Pennsylvania by third- and fourth-generation farmers. They’re fed a vegetarian diet and are all-natural, meaning they’re free of antibiotics, steroids and hormones. What really seals the deal is the price, which comes out to about $9 a pound. It’s more expensive than your average Butterball, but only by a few bucks…and the quality beats it out by a mile. Order for delivery the week of November 14 to get it in time for the holiday (or order the week of and opt for next-day air shipping).

• What We Like: hatched, grown and processed by Amish family farmers, hard-chilled instead of frozen, ethically raised, hormone- and steroid-free
• What We Don't Like: expensive
• Weight Options: 8-12 pounds, 12-16 pounds, 16-20 pounds, 20-24 pounds, 24-28 pounds, 28-32 pounds
• Shipping: from $10
• Promising Review: “This is definitely a quality bird. You can taste the difference from the typical supermarket turkey. Make sure to take out the neck and giblets from the cavity before cooking and use them to make stock for stuffing and gravy.”

For about $7.50 a pound, you can savor an all-natural bird that’s minimally processed and free of additives, preservatives and artificial ingredients. The turkeys are raised sans-hormones and steroids on a vegetable- and protein-rich diet that’s free of animal byproducts. They live in a roomy, ventilated barn with free access to feed and water. Meat N’ Bone’s turkeys are de-feathered, cleaned and come with giblets. They’re shipped with a hard chill instead of frozen, so you can decide whether to pop them in the fridge or freezer upon arrival. Preorder by October 15 with the code EarlyBird2023 for 20 percent off.

• What We Like: ready to heat and serve,
• What We Don't Like: expensive
• Weight Options: 10 pounds
• Shipping: express two-day shipping included on this item
• Promising Review: “This bird was delicious. Took a little longer to cook than directions indicated. But all worked out beautifully and had enough left to make pot pies.”

Behold: the brand’s most popular Thanksgiving bird. This ten-pounder arrives ready to heat and serve. It’s pre-seasoned and roasted, so you won’t have to fuss over a brine or dry rub. As if this Harry & David turkey wasn’t easy enough to prepare, your purchase also includes two-day shipping, so you can order close to the holiday and still get your main course just in time. Note that two reviewers felt the bird was too salty, but that’s the risk you take by getting a pre-seasoned bird. Consider if it’s worth it to you for the sake of convenience before purchasing.

• What We Like: naturally raised, broad-breasted hybrid breed, antibiotics- and growth hormone-free, includes ribs, wing meat and back and neck skin, affordable
• What We Don't Like: breast less impressive than a whole bird
• Weight Options: 4-6 pounds, 6-8 pounds, 8-10 pounds, 10-12 pounds
• Shipping: varies by weight, destination and delivery date
• Promising Review: "Excellent quality. The best turkey I have ever had!"

Serving a smaller crowd? Save yourself the fuss of roasting a whole bird and opt for a turkey breast instead. This gorgeous turkey breast roast is ready to cook the moment it defrosts. Turkey breast roasts (and bone-in turkey breasts) are best for families that love white meat. The turkeys are fed a vegetarian, gluten-free diet that's enhanced with vitamins and minerals, so the meat will turn out deliciously tender and juicy, despite being the breast.

• What We Like: certified organic, free-range turkey raised in California, free of artificial pesticides and chemicals, fresh not frozen
• What We Don't Like: expensive
• Weight Options: 10-12 pounds, 12-14 pounds, 14-16 pounds, 16-18 pounds, 18-20 pounds, 20-22 pounds, 22-24 pounds
• Shipping: by order total and destination
• Promising Review: “The breast meat was tender and moist with a delicate sweet flavor. In contrast, the dark meat was rich and flavorful, just as it should be.” (from The Kitchn)

Searching for a stellar organic bird? Look no further than Williams Sonoma. The Willie Birds are raised in California on a diet of natural grains that's free of antibiotics and hormones, and are famous for their flavor and juiciness. The turkey will arrive fresh with ice packs in a vacuum-sealed bag. Preorder yours ASAP, since quantities are limited for both Thanksgiving and Christmas.

• What We Like: more equal ratio of dark to light meat, heritage bird, free range, free of synthetic inputs, flavor additives and stimulants, organic
• What We Don't Like: expensive
• Weight Options: 6-6.9 pounds, 7-8.9 pounds, 9-10.9 pounds, 11-12.9 pounds, 13-14.9 pounds, 15-16.9 pounds, 17-18.9 pounds
• Shipping: based on weight and destination
• Promising Review: “This turkey was ‘super tender and juicy,’ with white meat ‘so rich in flavor that it tastes like dark meat…The dark meat was even more tender and flavorful, prompting one taster to ask, ‘Is this dark turkey or pulled pork? So fall-apart tender that it’s almost shredding itself.’” (from Cook’s Illustrated)

Heritage turkeys are becoming more and more popular every year. If you’ve never tried one, it’s important to know that they’re significantly different than factory-farmed supermarket turkeys that you may have tried in the past. Heritage turkeys have longer, thinner bodies than broad-breasted ones, creating a more balanced ratio of light and dark meat. Its flavor is rich, velvety and, at times, gamy. Elmwood Stock’s heritage birds are free-range and free of additives, stimulants and synthetic inputs. They’re currently available for preorder in seven different sizes and arrive frozen. Pre-order now to be delivered the week before Thanksgiving.

• What We Like: arrives ready to heat and heat, flavorful and smoked, good for hands-off hosts
• What We Don't Like: expensive for a small bird
• Weight Options: 6-8 pounds, 8 pounds, 12-14 pounds, 12-16 pounds (two-pack), 16-20 pounds (two-pack), 20-24 pounds (two-pack), 24-28 pounds (two-pack
• Shipping: free
• Promising Review: “Succulent, moist, flavorful turkey. Hands down the BEST smoked turkey I have ever purchased. So hecking delicious! I can really tell the difference between this actual wood-smoked product and all the rest.”

This beauty has racked up 200+ reviews, the vast majority of which are five stars. Burgers’ Smokehouse has been making smoked and cured meats for nearly a century, so they know a thing or two about smoking a killer Thanksgiving bird. It will arrive to you fully cooked with heating instructions included, so all you’ll have to do is warm it up and serve. The turkey is smoked with real hickory, but don’t worry about the bird turning out dry: Burgers’ specializes in retaining the poultry’s natural juices throughout the smoking process. But note that a couple of Amazon reviewers found the turkey to be tough, and another few thought it was too salty.

• What We Like: free shipping, already flavored, unconventional, pre-stuffed
• What We Don't Like: expensive
• Weight Options: 10-11 pounds
• Shipping: free on this item
• Promising Review: “We have had the turducken before and LOVED it. Looking forward to having it again this year, plus the ham for Christmas.”

Ah, the turducken: We’ve all talked about it, but have you ever actually tasted one? For the uninitiated, a turducken is a triple-threat main for the books—a chicken stuffed into a duck stuffed into a turkey. Cajun Ed’s has become famous for its frankenfowl classics, like turporken and sausage-stuffed turkeys, so if you’re going to try this three-way hybrid, they’re a solid purveyor to buy from. Not only will you savor tender roasted poultry in every bite, but a layer of Cajun cornbread stuffing is added between each bird, along with a special seasoning on the outside for maximum flavor. It arrives frozen and cooked, so simply reheat it for a few hours until it’s warmed through.

• What We Like: free-range, no antibiotics, hormones or preservatives, organic, relatively affordable at most supermarkets
• What We Don't Like: nothing
• Weight Options: 7-20 pounds
• Shipping: in-store only
• Promising Review: “Best Turkey EVER! So juicy and delicious! Mary’s is the BEST!”

The Pitman family has been raising turkeys in California since the 1950s. You can rest assured that all Mary’s birds are free-range, free of preservatives, hormones and antibiotics and fed a vegetarian diet. The brand offers a whole slew of turkey options for the holidays (brined! smoked! pre-roasted! heritage!), but we like the affordability of their standard organic option. Find a shop that sells Mary’s turkeys near you using their handy online store locator.

• What We Like: affordable, fully cooked and seasoned, arrives ready to thaw, heat and serve
• What We Don't Like: breast less impressive than whole bird
• Weight Options: 3 pounds
• Shipping: free on orders $149+
• Promising Review: "You will never be disappointed with Omaha Steaks. I have used them many times and I am always pleased. If you are traveling for Thanksgiving just give them the address and they will ship it for you. It comes frozen and they know how to package it properly for any place in the world."

Sure, cooking a turkey breast instead of a whole bird is already a good shortcut. But opting for a pre-cooked turkey breast is even more low-lift—and we're here for it. Lightly seasoned and cooked sous vide-style, this turkey breast is guaranteed to turn out extra moist and juicy once thawed and warmed. The leftovers will be prime for Black Friday sandwiches (if there are any, that is).

• What We Like: arrives spatchcocked for quicker cooking, good for roasting and grilling alike
• What We Don't Like: expensive
• Weight Options: 16-18 pounds
• Shipping: $15
• Promising Review: “These are expensive turkeys, no way around it; but if you're looking for an organic, free-range turkey, I think these Willie Birds are a good choice.” (from The Kitchn)

If you want to reduce your time spent in the kitchen on Thanksgiving, a spatchcocked bird can help. Removing the backbone of the turkey and flattening it not only helps it cook faster, but it also gives you the option of grilling the turkey instead of roasting it in the oven. Don't miss out on this Williams Sonoma exclusive, which guarantees an uber juicy final product your guests will rave about.

• What We Like: pre-seasoned and cooked, unconventional prep, arrives ready to thaw, heat and serve
• What We Don't Like: expensive
• Weight Options: 10-12 pounds
• Shipping: free shipping on this item
• Promising Review: “Making a turkey for a holiday meal just became easier and hassle-free! Thaw, heat for one hour and serve! My guests said that this was the best turkey they ever had!”

We've all heard horror stories about people trying to fry a whole turkey at home. Why not leave the heavy lifting to the pros so your holiday doesn't end in flames? Uncle Ray's is famous for its fried birds (seriously—the Daily Beast named it one of the top five Thanksgiving turkeys in the country), and they ship them nationwide from Texas via Goldbelly. They hand-pick their birds to ensure they turn out shatteringly crisp on the outside and exquisitely juicy on the inside. Cajun seasonings offer a generous dose of heat and flavor to the otherwise neutral poultry as well.

• What We Like: unconventional entree, good for small groups, arrives seasoned and smoked
• What We Don't Like: only includes four legs, expensive
• Weight Options: 1 pound per leg
• Shipping: free shipping on this item
• Promising Review: "The feedback was fantastic from our family who received the order. They kept gushing about how it was an edible hug. What a home run. Super happy and will be back for more."

Make your holiday spread feel decidedly medieval by serving hulking turkey legs instead of a roast bird. Not only are they pre-smoked and seasoned, but they're also fun to eat and totally unexpected. The main downside is that only four legs come in an order, so it's a prime option for smaller parties. If you aren't serving a crowd, consider this main to mix things up.