According to a life cycle assessment (LCA) of the Beyond Burger from the University of Michigan, the Beyond Burger generates 90% less greenhouse gas emissions, requires 46% less energy, has >99% less impact on water scarcity and 93% less impact on land use than a ¼ pound of U.S. beef.

As of 2020, Beyond products are widely available in most U.S. grocery stores, and the company's web site lists availability at over 60 restaurant chains, including McDonalds and KFC, and venues such as stadiums and campus cafeterias. Beyond went public in 2019, but despite impress early growth, their share price has struggled in Q1 of 2022. Their success in the space will rely on them out-innovating the competition.