44 Best Subscription Boxes of 2023 for Every Interest
The best subscription box gift ideas for everyone on your list.
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Subscription gifts are fun to give because they give on repeat. Every month your recipient will get a new box of goodies and think of you again. They also tend to make great last minute gifts. Subscription services often offer free shipping, and there’s no limit to what you can discover.
Gift subscription boxes can be a cool way to discover new foods, cultures, and makers from around the world. Subscription boxes cover everything from beauty to hobbies like natural wine and even plants, but finding subscription services that deliver on quality can be tough.
From annual plans to shorter-term monthly subscription boxes, we’ve rounded up some of the best options around. Whether you’re trying to keep yourself entertained or are looking for a last minute holiday gift, these are the best subscription box offerings for everything you could possibly think of.
Coffee subscriptions
1. Intelligentsia Coffee Subscription
Intelligentsia’s subscription options are good for anyone who likes coffee.
For people who prefer to perfect their coffee at home, Intelligentsia’s coffee subscription offers fast delivery and detailed information that makes it easy to find your next favorite. Intelligentsia prides themselves on roasting their beans to order, so you can expect coffee that will start your day off right.
Intelligentsia’s fresh roasting, speed, and accessibility made them our favorite coffee subscription. Their subscription options make it easy to find a coffee you'll love.
2. Driftaway Coffee
Driftaway was our pick for best blind tasting when we tested coffee subscriptions.
For an affordable coffee subscription option that doesn’t cut corners, there's Driftaway. When we tested coffee subscriptions Driftaway ranked high on our list. Setting up shipments was easy, and we found the tasting notes to be accurate.
Driftaway started as a passion project, and it shows. They buy their beans from smallholder coffee farmers whose stories ship with each bag of coffee. Driftaway’s attention to detail and the high level of service they deliver puts their coffee subscription at the top, especially when it comes to flavor.
3. Counter Culture
Counter Culture offers fair trade coffee at a reasonable price.
When it comes to single-origin beans, Counter Culture tops our list. Our testers were impressed by the company’s transparency and fast shipping times. For fair trade coffee at a reasonable price, coffee lovers can't go wrong with a subscription to Counter Culture.
Tea subscriptions
4. Sips By
Female-founded Sips By includes familiar favorites and new blends.
When we tested the Sips By tea subscription]we thought it would make the perfect gift for any tea drinker. Every month they send an adorable, accurate subscription box based on preferences like caffeine level, type and flavor to your door.
Sips By connects tea drinkers with more than 150 global tea brands. Their suppliers include ANHPI-owned, black-owned and women-owned tea brands so you can support minority-owned business while finding a great variety of amazing teas.
5. Art of Tea
Discover new teas with an Art of Tea subscription.
A subscription to Art of Tea makes a great gift for any tea lover you know (or yourself). After choosing from five tea options and a 3-month, 6-month, or 12-month subscription you’ll receive one type of new tea each month.
With a planned schedule available ahead of time and information about the teas included in each shipment, you’ll know what to expect. You could even plan a tea party!
Food subscription boxes
6. Goldbelly
Goldbelly connects you with restaurants around the country and offers monthly subscriptions for all your favorite foods.
Goldbelly lets you order your favorite foods from around the country without ever getting on a plane. They also offer subscriptions including everything from BBQ to Jewish delicacies. Perfect for a pick-me-up, Goldbelly brings you a taste of home, or anywhere you might miss, with just the click of a button.
Browse by restaurant, chef, holiday, region, city, or even curated care packages to create special moments. Just ask our tester. When she tried Goldbelly, it basically brought tears to her eyes.
7. HelloFresh
HelloFresh is our best overall pick when it comes to meal subscriptions.
Coming up with dinner ideas can be a drag, especially after a long workday. Help put dinner on the table with a subscription to HelloFresh. The best meal subscription we tried overall, they deliver fresh, pre-portioned ingredients to your door.
Large portions and straightforward recipes make a HelloFresh subscription a great option for people looking to simplify meal planning. As an added bonus, it cuts way down on time spent at the grocery store.
8. Purple Carrot
Purple Carrot is the best plant-based meal subscription we tested.
For those who prefer a plant-based diet, you can’t go wrong with a meal subscription from Purple Carrot. With meal kits as well as pre-made meals, Purple Carrot delivers on flavor and unique recipes.
When we tested Purple Carrot we were impressed with the variety offered and found each new recipe to be more delicious than the last.
9. CookUnity
CookUnity delivers delicious prepared meals for restaurant quality dinners at home.
Let’s face it, sometimes cooking just isn’t in the cards. Believe it or not, some people don’t like to cook at all. With a meal subscription from CookUnity you can make your home feel like a restaurant for the night for as little as $14 per meal.
When we tested CookUnity our testers were impressed with just how tasty the meals were. They also liked that there were a variety of menu options available, without it being overwhelming.
Navigating the menu was even easy when looking for gluten-free, keto, or vegan options. CookUnity makes it easy to explore real chefs in your region from the comfort of your own home.
Specialty food subscription boxes
10. Universal Yums snack subscription boxes
Travel the world one snack at a time with Universal Yums subscription boxes.
With Universal Yums you can expect a delivery of anywhere from five to 18 snacks depending on the size of the subscription you choose. What's neat about Universal Yums is that each country-themed snack box comes with information about the snacks included so you can learn as you chomp.
Each subscription size has its own benefits and boxes come packed full of snacks and activities that are good for a variety of ages. We think that this is a super fun way to learn about other countries with kids or adults and for a starting price of $15 a month, it also makes a great gift.
11. Bokksu
Give the gift of curated Japanese treats with a Bokksu snack subscription.
Adventurous eaters are sure to appreciate a Bokksu snack box subscription packed with a curated selection of Japanese snacks, candies and teas. With a variety of subscription lengths, Bokksu makes a fun and affordable gift. Plus, we can tell you from experience that Bokksu delivers. (Worldwide actually).
When we talked to Bokksu founder Danny Taing his passion for sharing his culture with people and the level of detail that goes into each Bokksu box is unmatched.
Bokksu carefully selects products from family businesses across Japan to create each box with a unique theme. Following two team tastings in both Japan and New York City, a rigorous scoring process, and occasional lively debates, a meticulously crafted Bokksu box is born. We appreciate this approach, because it's a lot like what we do at here at Reviewed!
12. Giadzy pasta subscription
Stock up on pantry items or monthly meals with a subscription to Giadzy.
Bring Giada De Laurentiis into your kitchen with a pasta subscription from Giadzy. If you’d rather eat than cook, you’ll appreciate Giadzy’s offerings.
The subscription types include a monthly Pasta Box, and Pantry Staples. It’s easy to find great gifts from $30 up.
Adventurous eaters will love discovering new pasta shapes from artisan producers, and Giadzy even offers gluten-free pasta options. With Giadzy you can make every night Italian night, all you need is a great pasta pot.
13. Jasper Hill Farm Cheese Club
Support artisan farmers and your cheese addiction at the same time with a Cheese Club Subscription from Jasper Hill Farm.
The Jasper Hill Farm Cheese Club Subscription is perfect for entertainers or people who just like to have a lot of cheese on hand. Each box contains at least three cheeses along with pairings, cheese tools, and cheese-themed merch to make your cheese experience as top-tier as the cheeses delivered.
When we tried the Cheese Club we loved what we got and were impressed with the variety of cheese included. If you want to give your favorite person something unique, this would make a gouda gift.
14. Mouth Pickle Subscription
Pickle lovers will enjoy finding new favorites at Mouth.
There are people who like pickles and then there are pickle people. You know the type. They’re the ones who gaze at your plate from across the table, hoping you’ll offer them the lone pickle left amongst the crumbs. For pickle people, finding new types of pickled items is a fun adventure, and for that there's Mouth.
With a Mouth Pickle Subscription you can give them a whole new obsession. Mouth teaches recipients about who prepares your precious pickles and snacks so you can continue to support your favorites as you find them! Who knows, you might even be inspired to make your own pickles!
Wine subscriptions
15. Firstleaf
When we tested Firstleaf we were impressed with the ultra-customizable shipments.
Our “best overall” choice when it comes to wine subscriptions, Firstleaf is the best bet for wine beginners. What's great about Firstleaf is that they have a large variety of wine, making it easy to find the type of wine that best suits your taste. They deliver ultra-customizable, sustainable shipments.
When we tested Firstleaf our tester found it to be a great gift for her bestie. She loved those deliveries included tasting notes for each wine, which can be helpful for wine newbies.
16. Mysa Natural Wine
Mysa delivers natural wines to your door, making it easy to discover new favorites.
Mysa’s wine subscriptions aim to deliver natural wine in an affordable, approachable way that encourages you to experiment with new flavor profiles. Featuring wines from small producers, farmed sustainably, and made with minimal intervention, Mysa provides a great introduction to natural wines, even if you’re not a wine expert.
When we tested Mysa we were pleased with how helpful and thorough the digital tasting guide was. It’s also easy to pause service. Overall, Mysa was a shoo-in for the best natural wine subscription.
Mysa does well on giving a lot of information with their subscriptions. Each delivery includes personalized information on the producer, recorded video tastings, notes on the wine, serving suggestions, and even food pairing suggestions.
Cocktail subscription boxes
17. SaloonBox
This cocktail kit makes cocktail exploration easy and affordable.
If you or your loved ones enjoy making craft cocktails, then you'll love a SaloonBox subscription. SaloonBox makes trying new cocktails easy and affordable, and you won't be stuck with leftover alcohol that doesn't fit your tastes after you're finished.
Those with a well-stocked liquor shelf can even opt for boxes without alcohol, making it easy to discover new recipes with familiar favorites. Each SaloonBox delivery includes enough ingredients for two cocktails for two people, making this box perfect for a cheap date night in.
Plant subscription boxes
18. House Plant Box
Grow your plant family with healthy, robust plants delivered to your door.
House plants add a little bit of life to your home, even in the winter months. As a self-admitted plant person, it’s important to have healthy plants around my home, and I'm always on the lookout for fun new varietals and types. House Plant Box delivers healthy plants that are already thriving to your door.
Options include a standard plan, a pet-friendly option, and an air plant subscription, giving House Plant Box something for everyone. Along with a fun new plant, you can also expect to receive detailed care cards for each plant and a 30-day guarantee.
When it comes to buying plants online, House Plant Box is a great option.
19. Horti
A plant subscription from Horti might just turn your thumb green.
Horti is a plant subscription service that is perfect for starting a plant collection from the ground up. They even offer a three-month plant subscription for kids designed to increase in skill level as the months progress.
When we tested Horti, we found that they made being a plant parent feel a lot easier. The information that Horti includes in its shipments is helpful in caring for, and keeping plants alive, making this a good plant subscription for anyone who even remotely likes plants.
Book subscriptions boxes
20. Comic Garage Super Box
Comic fans will love a seamless subscription service for comics.
The Comic Garage Super Box promises subscribers a box filled with 10 new comics every month. The box boasts a mix of classic and recent titles, and subscribers can even select favorite characters to get a specially curated box just for them.
21. Book of the Month
Book of the Month Club is our editor’s personal fave for saving money on books.
Reviewed editors agree that Book of the Month Club is one of the best subscriptions you can get. Readers choose from 5-7 vetted books every month, and scheduling shipments is easy. You can even skip a month or two until you’re ready to choose your next title.
22. BlackLit
BlackLIT’s female founder aims to put Black-authors and creators center stage.
When we spoke to founder Nia-Tayler Clarkin in honor of Women’s History Month, we learned that her background in teaching led the way for her to start her own business with BlackLIT. With the goal of uplifting Black authors and creators while providing children with reading material that gives them knowledge and power through community, BlackLIT offers inspirational stories.
BlackLIT’s subscription options range from a mini box for simple book lovers, to a men’s box aimed at inspiring black men, to a believers’ box for people looking to strengthen their faith and read books that challenge them. These themed boxes make gifting easy, and you’ll feel good about supporting a great black-owned brand.
23. The Book Drop
The Book Drop is a small business bookstore that offers a variety of subscriptions for readers of all ages.
The Book Drop strives to bring the independent bookstore experience to readers all over the country via surprise book each month. The Book Drop subscriptions have several options, making this a great gift for women, men, children, and young adults.
There’s even a large print subscription to The Book Drop, offering a monthly large-print book in a variety of genres. Each book comes with a note introducing the book, a tri-fold catalog of inspired recommendations from independent booksellers nationwide, and exclusives like author notes and a Book Drop bookmark! Even better, each shipment uses eco-friendly, recyclable packaging.
Beauty box subscriptions
24. Boxycharm
Boxycharm’s beauty box is great for people who like to try new beauty products from trusted brands like Clarins, Sunday Riley, and more.
When we tested beauty subscriptions, we found that Boxycharm ticked all our boxes. Delivering full-sized versions of a variety of skincare and beauty products, it’s our favorite beauty box, and well-worth the money.
Most of the products included in the Boxycharm subscription are from recognizable brands like Glamglow, Clarins, and Farmacy, which went over well with our tester.
25. Allure Beauty Box
The Allure Beauty Box delivers on variety and personality.
The Allure Beauty Box subscription scores points for including some full-sized products in their boxes. It delivers on variety, too. In fact, it offered a few more products than Boxycharm when we tested it.
Each Allure Beauty Box ships with a note where each editor explains why they love the product they chose and tips they have on using it, which adds a unique touch. This beauty box subscription would be great for someone who likes a surprise each month and likes trying new products.
26. Ipsy
Great for beginners, the Ipsy Glam Bag is great for teens looking to try their hand at makeup.
The Ipsy Glam Bag is the perfect example of the fact that sometimes great things come in small packages. Enclosed in a makeup bag no bigger than a pencil case, Ipsy packs five full- and sample-size products for makeup and skincare.
Our tester liked that the brands included a mixture of recognizable brands as well as brands they hadn’t heard of but were excited to try. Best of all, the Ipsy Glam Bag is an affordable subscription option.
27. Petite Vour
Petite Vour delivers tiny subscription boxes with big benefits for your skincare routine.
Petite Vour Vegan Beauty Box is great for discovering new favorites or trying your hand at clean beauty. Our tester was surprised by the small size—Petite Vour packs four beauty products into a minimalist, 6.5-by-4.5-inch box. The box includes helpful descriptor cards so you can get the most out of everything and give you prices so you can do some girl math to justify your new obsessions.
Each box includes lesser-known brands that claim to be “non-toxic,” “cruelty-free,” and vegan as well as Reviewed favorites like Ilia, By Rosie Jane, and Osea. What our tester liked most of all was Petite Vour’s commitment to minimal packaging and the variety of product types they provided.
Perfume subscription boxes
28. Scentbird
Find your next signature scent with a Scentbird perfume subscription box.
Scentbird allows you to test over 500 brand-name perfumes including Tocca, Juliet Has a Gun, DS & Durga, and many more, without committing to full-sized bottles of something you might end up hating.
When we tested Scentbird our tester quickly found a favorite, and she loved how easy subscribing was. Simply select the fragrances you’d like to receive, either choosing all at once, or a few at a time. You even have time to rearrange your choices before the box ships.
Scentbird offers a great way to explore perfumes, and your gift recipient will love the flexibility of choosing their own scents.
Subscription boxes for couples
29. Adult toys delivered discreetly
Treat yourself to a sexy mystery each month.
Surprise yourself and your partner with this monthly subscription from Mystery Pleasure Box. Shipping is discreet and both solo boxes and couples boxes are available so discovering exactly what you need is easy.
Reviews mention enjoying the variety included in each box and people love having something to look forward to with each delivery. No matter the box you choose you can be sure that they’ve curated it with care. If you're looking to spice up date night, this would be a great addition.
Subscription boxes for men
30. Bespoke Post
Bespoke Post hits high marks when it comes to the little details.
When we initially reviewed Bespoke Post subscriptions, we were impressed. Revisiting the subscription service ten years later, we were pleased to see that they expanded upon the carefully curated goods included in their boxes.
Memberships include special pricing on shop products and first access to cool new subscription boxes each month. We love that Bespoke Post always finds high quality products to include in their monthly boxes. A Bespoke Post membership would be a great gift for men that are hard to shop for.
31. Gentleman’s Box
Gentleman’s Box makes discovering new products easy.
Gentleman’s Box is perfect for men who like to keep up with trends and pay attention to personal style. When we tested Gentleman’s Box our reviewer really liked the selection of items included in the box that they chose. They especially liked the included booklet with specifics about each product, including their retail prices.
Our tester also noted that even if you only like one component of the box, it’s still a good value. Gentleman's Boxes are a fun gift that deliver on monthly excitement.
Kids Subscription Boxes
32. Highlights Puzzle Club
Tickle their brain with a subscription to the Highlights Puzzle Club.
With their first issue published in 1946, Highlights Magazines are a part of many of our childhoods. Why not pass along the tradition with a subscription to the Highlights Puzzle Club?
Great for screen-free fun and one of the best subscription boxes on Amazon, Highlights delivers two 32-page puzzle books in each shipment. Customizing your shipments through Amazon is easy and brainy kids will look forward to solving new puzzles every month.
33. Kiwi Co STEAM-learning crates
Kiwi Co. Kids’ Crates offer engaging activities for ages 0-100.
Kiwi Co. sends inspiring monthly boxes to kids based on their age and interest. These STEAM-based learning kits are meant to inspire innovation and critical thinking from as young as birth. We like that Kiwi Co. offers kits for kids of all ages, and even adults can enjoy working on Kiwi Co. projects.
The play kits available deliver on a variety of interests and can be a great way for children to experiment with new learning styles and ideas. Plus, Kiwi Co. Crates help parents connect with their children through the activities provided, which might be the real gift.
34. Green Kid Crafts
Green Kid Crafts kits are designed by teachers and STEAM experts to foster creativity.
Founded by an environmental scientist and sustainability and education advocate who wanted her children to engage in creative learning, Green Kid Crafts aims to teach kids a love of learning through hands-on projects.
This award-winning science and art box includes four to six activities in each delivery. Opt for the Junior Box for kids ages 3 to 4 or the Discovery Box for kids ages 5 to 10 plus and watch as they learn lifelong skills.
Great for curious kids and restless minds, Green Kid Crafts boxes even plant one tree for every order placed through their partnership with One Tree Planted, meaning they practice what they teach.
35. Jambo Book Box
Show kids characters that look like them with a monthly subscription to Jambo Book Box.
Jambo, meaning “hello” in Swahili, is a[monthly book subscription for kids from newborn to 13-years old. It even offers a “mixed age” box which allows you to choose books from two different age groups.
Through research, the help of their peers, and a lot of hard work, founders Mijha and Runako Godfrey share stories that include Black, Hispanic, East Asian, South Asian and Native American characters that children can relate to.
Jambo Book Boxes are thoughtfully crafted with books carefully vetted by Mijha and include story arcs that often center on self-confidence and empathy. Plus, Jambo Book Box is also one of our favorite black-owned kids' brands.
36. Lovevery
Lovevery Play Kits offer eco-friendly kids toys for kids ages 0-4.
If you’re looking for non-toxic toys made from certified organic materials, including cotton and sustainably sourced wood, Lovevery is the place for you. Lovevery offers monthly stage-based subscription boxes that come carefully crafted to help children grow their skills.
Lovevery Subscription boxes are available for every step in a child’s life from newborn to four years old and are packed with beautiful sustainable products that kids love. Boxes tend to include a large variety of toys that even encourage play with older children.
When we tested Lovevery our testers liked that the company really did their research. A panel of Montessori teachers, professors, psychologists, and more help curate the box, and they include helpful manuals explaining how each toy is meant to help a child’s development. Our tester strongly felt that Lovevery was worth it.
Clothing subscription boxes
37. Stitchfix
Try before you buy with a Stitchfix clothing subscription
Stitchfix offers personal styling on a budget for kids, women, and men. Start by telling Stitchfix your price range, style and size. After paying a $20 styling fee that credits toward any pieces you keep, your stylist gets to work building your box. Returning what you don’t want is easy, and you only pay for what you keep.
When we tried Stitchfix our stylist nailed the look we were going for. If someone you love wants to freshen up their wardrobe or just can’t stand clothes shopping, a subscription to Sitchfix would be a great gift.
38. Dopple
Dopple caters to fashionable kids aged newborn to 14 with brands like Gray Label, Stella McCartney, and more.
Cool parents with cooler kids love Dopple, one of our favorite subscriptions for kids clothing. Subscribers get access to unique kids clothing from top brands without having to spend hours researching, comparing prices, and tracking downsizes.
Every three months children receive a new “Drop” from Dopple filled with seasonally appropriate items. Each shipment contains four to 15 different items of clothing, depending on which subscription you select.
Kids have a week to try on their items and decide whether they'd like to keep them. Whatever you end up keeping, you save an additional 25% off of Dopple's already reduced prices. If you do return items, Dopple makes it easy with a prepaid return shipping label. We like that Drops can be postponed easily at any time, and in our experience, their customer service is prompt and responsive.
Subscription boxes for moms
39. Oh Baby Box
Help her take a load off with a pregnancy and postpartum box from Oh Baby Boxes.
Expectant or new moms will appreciate the thought and care put into Oh Baby Boxes. In fact, we even tested the Oh Baby subscription box and found it to be a good mix of curated, pregnancy-safe items that were fun to try.
Our tester found the included items to be cute and even helpful. As she moved along in her pregnancy, her Oh Baby Box began to include relaxation-focused products that helped her slow down and offset her discomfort from pregnancy. All in all, this is a thoughtful gift for your pregnant friends.
40. Ecocentric Mom Trimester Box
Almond moms will love small-batch, organic and handmade products from Ecocentric Mom Trimester Boxes, and you’ll love gifting them.
Supporting eco-friendly brands is increasingly important not only for our own health, but for the health of the planet. Becoming a parent can come with worries about the products we're using, but you can give expectant parents some peace of mind with a subscription to Ecocentric Mom’s Trimester Boxes.
Pregnancy-friendly subscriptions from Ecocentric Mom deliver earth-friendly products for each trimester of a pregnancy. Choose between a Mini Trimester Bundle, the Original Trimester, or a Premium Trimester Subscription. Bundles vary from three to five organic and vegan items per delivery, sent according to mama-to-be's due date.
Hobby subscription boxes
41. Jigsaw puzzle subscription box
Choose from three jigsaw puzzles each month and feed your urge to puzzle.
If you or someone you know likes jigsaw puzzles you may want to check out the Buffalo Games Puzzle Subscription. Buffalo Games offers puzzle subscriptions in 300/500-count, 750/1000-count, and massive 2000-count puzzles so finding the right fit is easy.
Upon subscribing, you get an email during the first week of each month containing three puzzle options to choose from. If you don’t select a specific puzzle within five days, you’ll receive the default puzzle of the month in the piece count of your choice.
Puzzles are shipped promptly on the 15th of each month, so you’ll have a good idea of when to expect your next project. Who knows, maybe you'll get one like this cool Halloween puzzle!
42. Hunt a Killer
Subscribe to the ultimate date night mystery box: Hunt a Killer.
Hunt a Killer is an interactive mystery designed for adults. With a roughly PG-13 rating, you could definitely play this game as a family, but we think it's even better as a date night activity.
Ideal for anyone who likes crime-focused TV shows, movies, or books, Hunt a Killer includes ciphers and word puzzles that help to make this a dynamic experience for everyone. Your box includes physical clues and objects, plus an online portal where you can view transcripts of all the documents, in case any are hard to read.
We’ve tested Hunt a Killer before. Overall, we were impressed with the quality of the box and the complexity of the case. Obvious thought and care had gone into creating a fun, immersive experience and we were left excited to get the next piece of the puzzle
Best Pet subscription boxes
43. BarkBox
BarkBox is our top pick in subscription boxes for dogs.
If you have a dog, you’ve likely heard of BarkBox. They’re the ones who basically started dog subscription boxes, and they still deliver on quality and value, 11 years later.
When we tested BarkBox we thought it would be the perfect gift for new pet parents. BarkBox offers plenty of seasonal items and toys perfectly suited for your dog's age, and breed. The toys are adorable, and they offer a “Super Chewers” option for dogs that easily destroy regular toys.
44. KitnipBox
Kitnip cat subscription boxes are customizable, so they’re perfect for cats with discerning taste.
The Kitnip Box subscription made it onto our list of best cat subscriptions for reliable quality, strong customization, and great value. Each box is even themed, making it even more exciting to get each month. Cat parents will love watching cats play with old favorites and discover new ones.
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