Nowadays it's pretty easy to get anything you want delivered right to your doorstep—but in most cases you still have to do the actual shopping and curating for yourself. That's where subscription boxes come in. For either a monthly or a per-delivery fee, you can now have someone else handle the curation, and all you have to do is sit back and get a box full of cool stuff every month. (Or, in some cases, whenever you want it.) Whether it's clothes, grooming supplies, coffee, or even booze, here are the 25 best subscription boxes to buy right now.
From $45 to $259 per month, thetiebar.com
The Tie Bar made shopping for the perfect tie (or any accessory really) much more enjoyable than it used to be. And with a subscription service, you don't even need to shop at all; the folks at the company will do that for you. There are a ton of options for your Tie Bar subscription, so you can tailor it to your needs—socks, ties, and bow ties are all in the mix.
From $29, watchgang.com
Watch Gang gifts you with a new watch every month, sticking to your chosen price point and style preferences. The brand partners with watch companies worldwide, so you're looking at a wide variety of possibilities each month. You keep each watch you get, so if you're looking to build a collection, this is a good way to get started. Plus, one random member wins a Rolex every Friday. Worth taking a shot.
From $90, themenshealthbox.com
If you’re looking for a catchall kind of box, Men’s Health’s subscription box brings together the editors’ favorite products from a range of areas. Of course, there are the more health-driven things—healthy snacks, workout accessories, new protein powders—but there are also lifestyle products, like socks or body wash. It’s a great one if you like testing a little bit of everything.
$20 per month, birchbox.com
A one-stop shop for all of your grooming needs, Birchbox also offers a small assortment of apparel and accessories. You can order items like socks, underwear, candles, and even flasks to go with a wide variety of skincare, haircare, and oral care products, as well as fragrances. The customized box costs $20 a month and comes with four sample grooming items as well as one lifestyle item, like a gadget or an accessory. Members also receive access to the Birchbox shop (plus a discount!), so you can buy more of what you like.
Price per product, bombfell.com
Fill out a quick quiz on your sizes and style preferences, and a real (human) stylist will help curate your personalized shipment of clothes. You can set your budget to have limits you're comfortable with spending, and you only have to pay for what you keep. One of the biggest bonuses: You get a preview email before your box is shipped, so you can make adjustments before you even get it.
$9 per month, dollarshaveclub.com
Dollar Shave Club really uprooted the grooming game with its monthly subscription service. You can opt in for the products you need the most (like razors and blades) and have flexibility on delivery. Dollar Shave has expanded into the non-shaving world, too, so you aren't limited to just hair removal. The company also offers shampoos, lotions, and body wipes.
From $19 per month, beanbox.com
You can't go wrong with a coffee bean subscription for yourself, or given as a gift. These coffee beans allow you to try out all types of coffee, all of which have been roasted in Seattle or Portland. You choose your roast preference, frequency preference, and payment plan however you want it.
$129 per box, butcherbox.com
For big fans of meat, we bring you: Butcher Box. The meat delivery service sends you all the meat you need for a complete month of cooking, and you're able to choose what kind you want your box to have more (or all) of: beef, chicken, and pork. No need to fret about food safety here; they come frozen and packaged tightly in an insulated box.
From $15, runnersworldbox.com
Training for a marathon? Runner's World makes a box with the latest innovations (food and beyond) in the distance running space. You can choose from a monthly or annual subscription, or a best foods box, which has just the food and skips the gear. And you don't have to be the one training for this—you can gift the box, too. You know, to your friend who can't stop talking about their training program.
Prices vary, wanderingbearcoffee.com
Never drink garbage office coffee again. Wandering Bear is a subscription service delivering fresh cold brew. You could get a plan for just you, or opt your office into a company-wide office option. You can get coffee on tap (in a box) or coffee on-the-go (single-serve cartons). Either way, you'll be saved from the perils of bad coffee.
$20 styling fee plus prices based on each item
Like we said earlier, figuring out what to buy when it comes time to shop for clothes can be an excruciating task for some guys. Knowing what will look good, what's in style, how things should fit just doesn't come naturally. And then there's the whole drudgery of actually going into the store. Fortunately Stitch Fix solves all of that. Simply fill out a style and size profile, and whenever you want them, five items picked out by a stylist will be shipped to your door. Simply keep what you want and then send the rest back. And you can improve your selections every time by giving feedback to your stylist.
Price per product, underarmour.com
Under Armour's ArmourBox the perfect subscription choice for gym fiends. Fill out a personal profile to nail down your gym habits and goals, and you'll receive a head-to-toe box of gear that aligns with your training. You pay per product, and receive the box every 30, 60, or 90 days.
$60 per month, themenlohouse.com
If you're the type of guy who likes getting a steady fix of new menswear items to rotate into your closet every month, then Menlo House Club (formerly Five Four Club) is likely your jam. For a membership fee of $60, you'll receive a monthly package of up to three items—some of which include pants, shirts, jackets, and sweaters—from their seasonal collection. Each piece you receive will be customized to your size and preferences courtesy of a short quiz you fill out when you join. And shipping and exchanges are completely free.
Price varies, harrys.com
Harry's makes sleek, easy shave gear that streamlines the grooming process. You just create your own shave plan depending on what you need the most. You can request blades every month and shave gel every two months, shave balm and and shave cream every four months, or any combination of them all. You can also start with a free trial if you aren't sure if it's for you.
$19 per month, stance.com
Stance makes socks and underwear that always deliver on quality. Even better, the brand is constantly coming out with fresh patterns and graphics inspired by pop culture. Think: Star Wars underwear and Steph Curry socks. You can choose your preferred item (underwear or specific style of sock); how many you want (2, 3, or 4 pairs); and how often you want them (monthly or quarterly).
$14.95 per month, scentbird.com
For guys who want to switch up their fragrances on a regular basis, Scentbird is a good alternative to spending hundreds of dollars on full bottles. Every month you can choose from an assortment of over 150 designer and niche fragrances, and then have it delivered to your home. And when each new month comes around, you can either stick with the same scent you have or switch to something new.
$29 per month, vinylmeplease.com
The resurgence of vinyl is well-earned: A record is the best way to listen to music. Expand your taste in genres (or gift it) with a subscription to Vinyl Me Please. Each month, the company will send you a record, an album-inspired art print, and a paired cocktail recipe. You can opt for a single-month, three-month, or yearly subscription.
Starting at $15.99 per shipment, mistobox.com
The good news for coffee lovers is that we currently live in a world full of amazing coffee. The bad news is that, with so many choices, it can all get a little overwhelming. With Mistobox, you simply enter in your preferences, and then a coffee curator selects your perfect 12-oz bag of coffee based on your flavor profile from a list of over 300 choices. And in order to keep it as fresh as possible, the coffee isn't roasted until you order it. The best part is you can have a bag delivered whenever you want it.
$28 per month
Sprezzabox is like Birchbox, only in reverse—you get four or five fashion accessories plus one grooming product every month. A stylist will handpick a selection of ties, socks, pocket squares, and accessories (pens, bracelets, wine stoppers, tie clips, etc.), and one grooming product, and send then them to you. It's like manna from the postal service for the aspiring Pitti peacock.
$16 per month, meundies.com
If you're like most guys, you probably only buy underwear when you suddenly realize you're down to your last three pairs. Or when you need to do laundry but don't want to. With MeUndies, you get a fresh new pair every month, so you never have to remember to buy them again. And you get to choose between classic, bold, or adventurous, so you can be as wild and colorful, or reserved and conservative, as you want.
$45 per month, bespokepost.com
This is for the man who just wants man-stuff arriving on his doorstep every month. The way it works is you set your preferences, and then Bespoke Post recommends a box to you based on those preferences. Each monthly box has a theme and can include things like beer flight kits, grooming supplies, kitchen supplies, or ingredients for the perfect cocktail. And if you don't like the box that's suggested, you have the option to switch to a different one, or skip that month altogether.
$39 per month, trytheworld.com
For a foodie, the dream would be to travel the world trying new and exotic cuisine. But if you don't have the budget for your own personal Food Network travel show, this is the next best thing. Every month Try the World brings you seven to eight gourmet delicacies from a different country. Recent boxes have featured countries like Spain, Thailand, and Turkey, and have included items like Tom Yum soup, tapas, and Turkish delights. And if you happen to love one country more than the others, you can buy past boxes in the online store.
$235 per year, paulsmith.com
Socks, like underwear, can be an annoying thing to stay on top of. Especially since single socks like to disappear in the laundry. With the Paul Smith Sock subscription, you get a new pair of the iconic British designer's famously colorful socks every month. And given that bright socks have made a big comeback of late, this is especially good for the guy who likes to show a little personality around the ankle.
$20 every two months, therunnerbox.com
If you're a serious runner, you're going to need a lot of healthy snacks to keep your energy up. This box loads you up with gels, chews, protein shakes, nutrition bars, and a whole host of snacks, supplements, and running accessories. The company also makes boxes designed especially for cyclists and triathletes, too.
$15.99 per month, lootcrate.com
Are you a fanboy who can't get enough merchandise from your favorite movie, comic, or cartoon? Then LootCrate is probably going to be the subscription box of your dreams. Every month you'll receive four to five authentic licensed collectibles—including T-shirts, coffee mugs, comic book reprints, and figurines. Some recent examples include a Stranger Things T-shirt, a reprint of Action Comics #1 (a.k.a Superman #1), and a metal Wolverine action figure. It's basically a pop-culture smorgasbord showing up on your doorstep every month.
From: Esquire US