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Oct 18, 2024

Best Subscription Boxes For Men 2024 - Forbes Vetted

The best subscription boxes for men have three things in common: carefully selected products, some level of user customization and a good value for the price. Plus, sometimes you find an unexpected

The best subscription boxes for men have three things in common: carefully selected products, some level of user customization and a good value for the price. Plus, sometimes you find an unexpected treat, making them incredibly fun to unbox. Our editors weeded out sub-par options to find the highest-quality contenders worth your time (including several we’ve tried firsthand). Our list includes the curated collections of Bespoke Post, small-batch gourmet beef jerky from Craft Jerky Co. and stylist-approved wardrobe pieces from Stitch Fix.

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Besides the convenience factor, men’s subscription boxes typically let you tweak frequency of delivery and subscription lengths, and there are often first-timer discounts. You can also gift many of these subscriptions last-minute—and as a bonus, they’re a gift that’ll keep on giving. Below, find the 24 best subscription boxes for men to fit any guy’s personality. (Also check out the best subscription boxes for dads and men’s clothing subscription boxes if you need more ideas.)

Bespoke Post

Frequency: Monthly | Free shipping: Over $95 | Extras: Skip or swap a box, customize styles

Bespoke Post has subscription boxes full of items from lesser-known brands and small businesses, catering to practically every hobby and interest—from DIY alcohol distilling to paella-making. Subscribers get an email with a look inside the curated monthly box, from which you can tweak your choices, add on extra goods or skip the box at no cost. While you risk possibly declining more boxes than you accept due to the monthly cadence, signing up is relatively low risk since you never have to accept a box you don’t want (and it’s free to return a box if you forget to skip at the start of the month). Plus, the “occasional rewards” are worth it, as executive editor Dave Johnson says: “Every once in a while, Bespoke Post chooses something that catches my eye—a bread-making cloche, a meat tenderizer, a nifty jacket, and so on—and I welcome the unexpected goodie into my home.”

Stitch Fix

Frequency: Every 2 to 3 weeks, monthly, every other month, every 3 months | Free shipping: Yes | Extras: Prepaid return for unwanted items

Stitch Fix’s subscription model is simple: You pay a $20 styling fee each month, which is credited toward the pieces you keep—and you pick how much you want to spend going forward. After selecting your style and size, a curated box will be shipped to you; everything from sleek suits to casual jeans to on-trend jackets are available, and you can send back anything you don’t like. Stitchfix can be a “godsend” for men who need professional guidance refreshing their wardrobe, according to Johnson, who’s been a subscriber since 2018. “I trust my stylist to pick out clothes that fit my vibe but also occasionally push the envelope a bit,” he says.

You’ll also likely figure out which delivery frequency works for you the longer you use the service. Johnson notes, “As I started rounding out my wardrobe, monthly boxes became just too much. I reduced the frequency to one box every three months, and that’s just about right.”

Cratejoy

Frequency: Monthly | Free shipping: Varies | Extras: Choose from 1- to 12-month subscription lengths

Cratejoy has a little something for any recipient, and with boxes costing as little as $9 each, there’s bound to be an option to suit any budget. There are hundreds of possibilities to choose from, from escape room challenges to bartender-curated cocktail recipe boxes. We were also pleased to find Platterful’s monthly charcuterie board-making kit on Cratejoy—our one-time box included a delicious artisan-sourced assortment, clear instructions and fun educational material (and they have vegan kits, too). Shopping for a gift? Check out the site’s guide to Gifts For The Guy Who Has Everything.

gq box

Frequency: Quarterly | Free shipping: Yes (contiguous U.S.) | Extras: $39 first box for new customers, special access to select GQ Shop items (up to 75% off retail)

If you appreciate quality and style, you won’t find a better array of goods than those in the GQ Box. Each quarterly package contains $200 worth of accessories, clothing, grooming products and lifestyle items for as low as $54 per box, and first-timers get the initial box for $39. Plus, you’ll know you’re getting the best of the best: All items—from brands like Diff, Bevel and Bombas—have been tested and approved by GQ’s editors (one of the many reasons this box also makes a great gift for guys).

Watch Gang

Frequency: Monthly | Free shipping: No | Extras: Regular giveaways, chance to win a Rolex, TAG Heuer or Seiko

If you’re one of those people who think you can never have too many watches, Watch Gang gives you a regular fix. The process is simple: Pick the style you prefer (choose from elegant, adventurous or expressive), and Watch Gang sends a new watch to you each month. The whole concept is built on being surprised, but if you’re not into that, you can check out the company’s Wheel of Watches and its member store to pick out the styles you like. Subscriptions come in three tiers, starting at $60 per watch. Better yet: First-time members get 50% off their first shipment.

MeUndies

Frequency: Monthly or quarterly | Free shipping: Yes | Extras: Skip/cancel anytime, early access, free returns

For the man with more than one pair of briefs with holes in them, MeUndies provides regular refresh. You can get one new style every month or a three- or six-pack every three months. The best thing about MeUndies’ garments is the soft, breathable and sustainably sourced MicroModal fabric. You can also add additional accessories, like no-show socks. Part of a couple? MeUndies made our list of the best boxes for couples with their MatchMe subscription, which lets you coordinate undies with your partner.

Scentbird

Frequency: Monthly | Free shipping: Yes | Extras: Reusable bottle, first box is half-price

Scentbird is one of our top beauty subscription boxes for a reason: The monthly service lets you test out brand-name colognes (think Prada, Tom Ford and Burberry), as well as more niche brands, without having to commit to a full bottle. Once you join, you can pick from more than 150 different fragrances each month. Your scent arrives in a travel-friendly spray bottle, and you’ll also get a reusable bottle with your first order.

Cratejoy

Frequency: Monthly | Free shipping: Yes | Extras: Gift note option at checkout

For beef jerky lovers craving new flavors, you can’t go wrong with Craft Jerky Co.’s monthly selection. That’s because the company’s jerky experts only source from small-batch artisan makers in the U.S. and taste-test every pick before adding them to the box. Plus, all picks use only 100% premium beef meat. Sample new brands and flavors—from hot and spicy to booze-infused—every month, and choose to receive two, four, six or eight bags per box.

Universal Yums

Frequency: Monthly | Free shipping: Yes | Extras: Recipe, trivia guidebook, custom note (for gift subscriptions)

For the man who likes to travel with his stomach, this subscription box offers adventurous collections. Each delivery highlights popular snacks from various countries, and previous boxes have included items from Egypt, the Philippines and the United Kingdom. Some countries represented in UniversalYum’s current snack boxes include Italy, South Africa and South Korea. Craving a particular international snack? You can also buy individual products from the company’s online store.

murray's cheese

Frequency: Monthly | Free shipping: Yes | Extras: Expert info about each selection, exclusive content

Also one of our kitchen editors’ favorite food subscription boxes, this expert-curated monthly box from New York City’s renowned cheese shop Murray’s Cheese will delight any gourmet cheese-loving dude. The shop offers four cheese subscriptions, including a globally sourced selection, a wine-and-cheese pairing box and a mac and cheese club. The club also makes a great gift for loved ones who don’t have easy access to gourmet cheeses—plus, you can pre-pay for either a three-, six- or 12-month duration. Editorial director Brinda Ayer, who gifted a three-month subscription, says her recipient enjoyed the box’s curation and tasting notes, as well as the generous but balanced portions—meaning they could enjoy the selections without “speeding through too many options [or] being worried about when it will all expire.”

Porter Road

Frequency: Every 2, 4 or 8 weeks | Free shipping: No | Extras: Gifting options

We crowned Nashville-based Porter Road as the best meat delivery service overall because of its curation of sustainably and humanely raised beef, lamb, pork and chicken. All the cuts are sourced from Kentucky, Pennsylvania and Tennessee farms. Subscription options range from the Best Of Porter Road Box, which includes dry-aged steaks, chorizo, dry-aged ground beef and more, to the expansive Butcher’s Choice Box, which pairs a roster of classics with rotating seasonal favorites. The best part: These boxes are all available as standalone gifts.

The Nomadik

Frequency: Quarterly | Free shipping: Yes | Extras: Skip/cancel anytime, brand discounts, VIP access to Nomadik Shop

Nomadik is a personalized subscription box for outdoor lovers. It offers monthly themes customized to your interests, from road trip essentials to cozy camp staples. If you’re looking for one-off camping gifts, you can look at past boxes on sale for a discount—like the bestselling Built To Hike bundle, which includes a tick remover, a multi-tool card, an emergency pack, a pain relief salve and more. These boxes include items from brands like Igloo, Solo Stove, Rumpl and Kuju Coffee.

breo box

Frequency: Quarterly | Free shipping: Yes (contiguous U.S.) | Extras: Skip a box

Tech enthusiasts will be delighted to unpack The Breo Box—a curated subscription box containing four to eight of the latest and most innovative electronic gadgets—every three months. Starting at $99 a month, you’ll get $200 to $300 worth of premium (and actually useful) home and lifestyle gadgets from brands our editors use and vouch for —like Rocketbook, Eufy, Larq and Ember (which tops our list of the best coffee mug warmers). And if you don't like everything in the box, the company encourages re-gifting; one subscriber writes, “Each box always has something perfect for someone in your circle.”

Trade

Frequency: Monthly | Free shipping: Yes (for prepaid options) | Extras: First bag free, early access

It’s a no-brainer why our contributing coffee expert, Jordan Crosthwaite, crowned Trade the best coffee subscription for variety after testing several services. “I was able to choose from funky natural-process coffees or ‘experimental’ coffees. … I like to brew both espresso and pour-over, and with Trade Coffee I could manage both with the same subscription. I also ordered decaf for a guest who is caffeine-sensitive,” he notes in his full review. Trade is a high-end coffee subscription service that highlights boutique brands like Equator, Quills and Huck. When you sign up, you’ll take a quiz about your preferences and pick how often you want a delivery. Once you get your coffee, you can rate it so Trade can get a better idea of your tastes going forward.

blue bottle coffee

Frequency: 1, 2, 3 or 4 weeks | Free shipping: Yes | Extras: Free access to coffee courses

If you’re like us—a.k.a. coffee drinkers who already know the particular java we like—we highly recommend Blue Bottle Coffee’s subscription. (We’re fans of the brand’s Bella Donovan and Hayes Valley Espresso blends, in particular.) Fans of the specialty roaster’s coffees—which are ethically sourced and roasted to order in small batches—will appreciate having a personalized selection delivered right to their door. Customize your shipment by choosing the type of java (from single-origin beans to instant), quantity (one, two or three 12-ounce bags) and frequency.

Flaviar

Frequency: Quarterly | Free shipping: Yes (over $60) | Extras: Handwritten gift card

Flaviar focuses on giving members access to rare and expensive spirits, and the company’s Whiskey Gift Subscription is ideal for sophisticated sippers. Choose from three tiers based on the size of your “gesture:” Thoughtful is $190 and includes two deliveries with a bottle of booze plus a tasting box; Generous is $255 and includes three deliveries of the same; and Grand is $320 for four deliveries.

SommSelect

Frequency: Monthly, every other month, quarterly | Free shipping: Select clubs only | Extras: Exclusive member shop access, seasonal discounts, special events with SommSelect team

SommSelect, a top recommendation in our guide to the best wine subscriptions (and a great choice for fans of the company’s renowned documentary series, Somm), offers several wine clubs, depending on what you’re into. Audience development director Spencer Dukoff calls the club “fantastic,” adding, “[It has] great selections, comes with a little magazine offering a deep dive on the wines and the region or theme they fall under for that box, and it’s all run by sommeliers who were featured.” There’s a monthly box offering three essential reds, another with a mix of four sparkling wines, and one for experienced wine connoisseurs looking for their next elevated favorites. Note that some of these clubs are delivered monthly and others quarterly. And if you’re looking for a gift option (or just don’t want to be on the hook for a recurring charge), you can pre-pay for a three-, six- or 12-month membership instead.

The Original Craft Beer Club

Frequency: Monthly, every 3 months | Free shipping: Yes (does not ship to AL, AR, KY, MS, SD or UT) | Extras: Tasting notes and info about breweries

This subscription box’s unique array of 12 or 24 microbrews is arguably the next best thing to visiting various craft breweries around the country. Each delivery includes bestselling or showcase beers from two different breweries from across the United States, and boxes ship free in the U.S. (except for the states we highlighted above). You can also cancel at any time whenever you feel the need to end your microbrewery journey.

Harry's

Frequency: Every 1 to 6 months | Free shipping: Yes (over $15) | Extras: 5% to 15% discounts

You may have heard of Harry's for its minimalistic razors, which come in three ergonomic handle styles and various two-tone color schemes. Plus, the five-blade cartridges are German-engineered. As a member, you score 5% off on all Harry's products, and 15% off when you subscribe to three or more items. Your choices also include toiletries like shaving gel, post-shave balm and face wash.

Lumin

Frequency: Every 2, 4 or 6 months | Free shipping: Varies | Extras: 5% discount, build your own bundle

Recommended by beauty editor Jane Sung, Lumin offers upscale skincare products for men at affordable prices—and the company’s subscription options are no exception. Once you get started with a bundle, you can sign up for a subscription to replenish your supply every two, four or six months and save 5% every time (note that most, but not all, of the shop’s bundles are available as a subscription). Take the brand’s online quiz to find out which specific products are best for your skin so you can build a bespoke routine. Speaking of bespoke—if none of the pre-assorted bundles speak to you, you can also build your own custom bundle.

hawthorne

Frequency: Every 4, 8 or 12 weeks | Free shipping: Yes | Extras: Free exchanges

Does it feel like there’s no brand out there that fully “gets” your grooming needs? Take a look at Hawthorne’s subscription of luxury hair care products, which combines research and an algorithm to develop the perfect formula for you. Take a quick quiz, and the brand will analyze various data points from its thousands of customers—such as body chemistry, hair type and lifestyle—to find the best items for you. (Or, you can select from Hawthorne’s full collection yourself.)

boka

Frequency: 2, 3 or 6 months | Free shipping: Yes (over $35) | Extras: Cancel anytime

This isn’t your drugstore toothpaste. Boka’s subscription features products that are non-toxic, fluoride-free and safe to swallow—plus, they’re safe on enamel. Sung appreciates the gentle but effective formulas, stating, “I like the primary ingredient they use, especially for my young son.” We recommend choosing from one of the brand’s crowd favorites—like this trio featuring Boka’s charcoal-based Yuzu toothpaste, which is designed to tackle surface stains while leaving a pleasant minty citrus flavor.

Cratejoy

Frequency: Monthly or every 3 or 6 months | Free shipping: No | Extras: One-time boxes available

The Rad Dad Box is the perfect way to celebrate and support new dads on their fatherhood journey. Each themed box contains four to seven items designed to encourage bonding and playtime between father and baby, all sourced from small businesses. You’ll get one book to read to your tot, one toy and an item (or two) for much-needed dad self-care.

THE SILl

Frequency: Monthly | Free shipping: Yes | Extras: Gift note option at checkout, 30-day guarantee

Whether you’re looking to add more foliage to your space or want to try your hand at being a plant dad, The Sill’s plant subscription is a reliable way to start. Choose from the brand’s easy-care, pet-friendly or orchid options, and you’ll get a different houseplant contained in a chic ceramic pot each delivery. Contributor Samantha Simon, who sampled the pet-friendly package, noted: “The plant I received was very carefully packaged, and the ceramic vase and stems survived the trip. All I had to do was wipe off some soil that had spilled over onto the planter in transit.”

While you have to pre-pay for either a three-, six-month or 12-month subscription up front, it doesn’t auto-renew, so you won’t have to worry about remembering to pause or cancel it. The Sill also backs its products with a 30-day guarantee, during which it will replace your plant for free if it arrives in poor condition.

Men’s subscription boxes are still popular among many mainly because they remove the task of doing monthly or quarterly shopping for essential and sometimes not-so-essential items. For instance, subscription sites like Stitch Fix allow you to get clothing pieces delivered directly to your home that are selected to fit your personal style. If you want to invest more into your passions and hobbies, try specialized kits like the one from Nomadik, which gives outdoor lovers a selection of tools to use while hiking and camping. And don’t forget: Subscription boxes make excellent gifts, especially if you’re shopping last minute.

How much people pay for men’s subscription boxes will vary depending on what type of products they’re buying. However, they generally range from $15 to $50 per shipment. While there are some exceptions for pricier items, you’ll usually find an option to suit your needs within that range.

Clothing and fashion subscription boxes for men can be worth it, depending on your wardrobe needs. Our top choice is Stitch Fix, thanks to its wide selection of styles, stylist services, flexible user options and relative affordability. (It’s also our top men’s clothing subscription pick and highly vouched for by executive editor Dave Johnson.) For men’s basics, we also recommend MeUndies’ sustainable and well-made selection of underwear.