Remember those birthday or Christmas mornings when you wake up knowing that you’ll be opening a bunch of presents shortly? Don’t you love that giddy feeling of unwrapping those boxes and discovering little surprises inside? Now imagine getting that feeling every month. If you’re excited by the thought of it, then you’re the type of person that will love subscription boxes.
Subscription boxes provide you with exclusive items, collectibles, memorabilia, or even samples – depending on the type of subscription you sign up for – delivered to your doorstep every month. They are filled with awesome, and sometimes rare, little things that will surely tickle your fancy. There are different kinds of subscription boxes available online that cater to every interest you can think of.
In this article, we’ll be exploring some geeky yet cool subscription boxes that you – even if you’re not a geek, yet – will need in your life.
- Loot Crate
Why you need it: Loot Crate provides you a monthly collection of items related to pop culture. Whether you’re a fan of video games, comics, cartoons, TV shows, etc., they got you covered. This means you get items you love along with things you might discover that you like. Their website also offers several niche-based boxes like Loot Anime for anime lovers, Loot Fright for horror fans, Loot Crate Sanrio for those that like cute stuff, and many more.
How much: $19.99 to $49.99 plus shipping a month
- J. K. Rowling’s Wizarding World of Harry Potter by Loot Crate
Why you need it: Who doesn’t love Harry Potter, really? With this box, you get licensed collectibles from Harry Potter to Fantastic Beasts or anything Wizarding World related that you couldn’t get anywhere else. You even get to choose which House you’re in and receive exclusive items! Boxes are delivered bimonthly with a different theme for each one.
How much: $39.99 plus shipping and handling
- Nerdy Post
Why you need it: Their boxes are filled with inspiring and famous quotes printed with beautiful typeface and illustrations. The designs are hand-lettered, so you will surely be getting something extraordinary. You can use them as bookmarks, cards, and home decor, or you can give them out as gifts to anyone who needs inspiration. If you’d like a monthly serving of thoughtful ideas, this is the subscription box for you.
How much: $9.95 to $38.90 plus shipping a month
- Game Box Monthly
Why you need it: Tired of watching TV or playing video games? Game Box Monthly provides you with a different board game every month! And no, we’re not talking about Snakes and Ladders or Monopoly. You’ll be getting new and exciting games that you can play with your friends and family.
How much: $24.99 plus shipping a month
- Hunt A Killer
Why you need it: Hunt A Killer is an immersive mystery-solving game that every mystery junkie would rave about. Different episodes are delivered every month with each storyline lasting for six months. In every box, you’ll get clues that’ll help you solve a murder case. Hunt A Killer would be a great group activity with your friends or family. You could even join a social media group so that you can get help or discuss the case with other amateur detectives around the world who also signed up.
How much: $30 plus shipping a month
- The Nick Box
Why you need it: Every box is filled with nostalgic items from your favorite Nickelodeon shows when you were a kid. You’ll have the time of your life reminiscing with characters from Ren and Stimpy, The Rugrats, Hey Arnold, and lots more. These memorable surprises will be sent directly to your doorstep every quarter.
How much: $49.99 plus shipping and handling every three months
- Loot Wear by Loot Crate
Why you need it: With all the subscription boxes you’re already probably signing up for, you shouldn’t forget one of man’s necessities: clothes! Every month you can get one clothing item from shirts, underwear, socks, or scarves with designs inspired by your favorite comics, cartoons, TV shows, games, and movies. Swag!
How much: Starts at $9.99 a month
- Vinyl Moon
Why you need it: Do you like discovering new music? Vinyl Moon gives you a monthly mixtape of new music pressed on a vinyl record. Not only do you get to explore new music, but the sleeve and the packaging – even the vinyl itself – that come with it are also beautifully decorated with unique designs that are great topics of conversation when displayed in your home.
How much: $26 a month
- Creation Crate
Why you need it: If you have kids and you find yourself running out of things for them to do, you can sign up for Creation Crate. With this, you get a box filled with materials and instructions to complete a STEM-based project every month. Each project is challenging and, not to mention, educational.
How much: Starts at $14.99 a month
Open “presents” all year round with these subscription boxes and bring out the geek in you!
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