10 Best Monthly Subscription Boxes for Men

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Your first month you’ll start with the “Best F***ing Starter Set” which includes the 6-blade Executive razor and the Sh*t, Shower & Shave Kit, all for $5. The Sh*t, Shower & Shave Kit includes sample sizes of Dr. Carver's Easy Shave Butter, Wanderer Calming Body Cleanser and One Wipe Charlies. Each month after that you will receive fresh blades (4 cartridges) for only $9. Did you love the Calming Cleanser or the Easy Shave Butter? Easily add a full-size version to your next order.,

Ease of Use

Dollar Shave Club makes it easy to subscribe, pause, cancel or skip a month. Don’t shave very often? You can choose to set up your delivery for every other month or pause your subscription up to 3 months.

Value

The first month, pay $5 for the Best F***ing Starter Set. Replacement blades are $9 after that. So, overall, it is well worth the cost--especially if you have a serial shaver on your hands.

Responsiveness

Razors can be expensive, but an electric razor just doesn’t give that smooth close shave. So in comes Dollar Shave Club. No more spending insane amounts of money on disposable razors from the drug store.

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Each box comes with 4 hand-picked coffees from Seattle's best small batch roasters like Ladro, Zoka, Slate and more. You will receive a total of a half a pound of whole bean coffee that's been freshly roasted (shipped within 48 hours after roasting) and includes tasting notes, tips on brewing the coffee, roasters profiles and a special artisan treat to go with your coffee. Not into caffeine? Bean Box offers decaffeinated options as well.

Ease of Use

This coffee is really easy to use. You can just stick it in your coffee machine and voila you are done. If you have a Keurig just use it in the container that came with it and you are good to go

Value

This is a sampler box, so don't expect to get 4 "normal" size bags of coffee. Depending on how much coffee you drink in a month, I'm going to guess you will need to buy more coffee. If you are looking for a monthly subscription to satisfy your daily coffee craving of local small-batch crafted coffee, this would not be it. This is a treat, experience and certainly some high-quality coffee, and thus, worth the money.

Responsiveness

Choose between one, three, six and twelve-month delivery options. Shipping is free. Coffee is shipped out every Wednesday, so if you'd like to cancel, make sure to do so on Thursday by the end of the day the week before your next scheduled shipment, Still not sure if you will like it? Try your first month FREE. Just pay for shipping.

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After you fill out your profile, you'll be sent one of two boxes (your choice). The first is the Game-Day Crate which includes 5-6 products such as supplements, apparel, workout gear, gym accessories and more. But if you are looking for a little more, check out the G.O.A.T Crate for some bigger, more pricier items. Some examples of items found in a StrengthCrate include Caveman Coffee MCT Oil, EXO knee sleeve, Virus’ Jade Technology Shorts and AI K-Tape.

Ease of Use

If you are a fitness enthusiast you will love all of the products this box has to offer. More than likely you will be familiar with how to use the box or, at a minimum, you will be able to easily figure it out.

Value

The Game-Day Crate will run you $60 a month and the G.O.A.T. Crate is $80. You will be getting some substantial gear in this box, so the value might be worth it if you are looking for some great apparel, supplements and much more!

Responsiveness

Choose from month to month, every 3 months and quarterly memberships. Cancel anytime, but make sure to cancel before the 22nd of the month or you will be charged for another box for the following month.

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The Microbrewed Beer of the Month Club offers 5 different packages! Choose from U.S. Microbrewed Beer Club, Hops-Head Beer Club, the International Beer Club, the U.S., and International Variety Beer Club and the Rare Beer Club. Each shipment (with the exception of the Rare Beer Clubs) comes with twelve 12 oz beers and a monthly newsletter that goes over the beers tasting notes, brewery profiles, food pairings and more.

How do they select the beers? The company has several brewmasters and beer judges that handpick the month's selection so you know you'll be getting the best of the best. If you are looking for extra special beer such as limited release or imported craft beers, try out the Rare Beer Club which comes with either 2, 4 or 6 750ml bottles of two different featured beers.

Ease of Use

When it comes to ease of use there isn't much we can say--all you have to do is crack open your bottle, turn the tv on, and get to watching the game!

Value

Once you add in shipping, you are looking around $45 a month for their cheapest subscription. But this is, after all, microbrewed craft beer. But after that long run, don't you deserve to treat yourself? Also, the company believes in their monthly selection so much that they offer a 100% Satisfaction Guarantee and will either replace or refund your purchase.

Responsiveness

There is a minimum of a two-month subscription sign up. You can sign up for an ongoing membership.

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In each box, you will receive 4-6 products from both big and small brands. This includes nutrition, running gear & accessories, body care and miscellaneous items such as recipes, stickers, and more.

Ease of Use

This one is perfect for runners! They offer a variety of products to choose from, so you will get options.

Value

The StrideBox is a deal! Only $15 a month for a variety of runner goodies. Added bonus: shipping is free.

Responsiveness

StrideBox is sent out once a month, before the 7th of every month. StrideBox is month to month or buy a gift subscription for 1, 3 or 6 months. Want to cancel? Simply email them and let them know you want to cancel. It's that simple.

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Each month you'll receive 5 samples of grooming products. This could be beard care, face care, hair products and more. But before that, fill out a profile so that the products they select will work best for your skin type, hair type, and style. Looking for a little more? Sign up for the BichboxMan Plus. On top of the 5 grooming product samples, you'll get a "lifestyle" item such an accessory, tech gadget or the like.

Ease of Use

If you like to sample new products before you buy, then you will love this box! It offers tons of different things to choose from.

Value

Another great value. Only $10 a month for the BirchboxMan and $20 for the BirchboxMan Plus!

Responsiveness

Choose from monthly or every 6 months. No longer want anymore a Birchbox? Cancel anytime.

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Choose between a Citizen box or the Warrior Box. The Citizen box comes with 3 supplements, 3 snacks and a piece of outdoor or workout gear. The Warrior Box is everything in the Citizen box plus higher end workout and outdoor gear as well as some occasional extras whether it be gear or consumables. Examples of workout and outdoor gear include fire starters, resistance bands, massage kits, EDC gear and more.

Both boxes come with recipes and suggested workouts to help you change up your routine and can be done at home or while traveling.

Ease of Use

If you are into mud runs, then you will love this one. It is perfect for anyone who likes to try out new things and likes a constant change when it comes to the products they receive. The stuff they send is easy to use or figure out.

Value

Spartan Carton guarantees that the products you receive will add up to (or be more than) what you paid for the box. Spartan Carton lists everything that was in the Spartan Carton Box and their MSRP so you know what type of deal you are getting. Not sure if Spartan Carton is for you? Try the Citizen Box first, coming in at only $25. Love your Spartan Carton? Upgrade to the Warrior for $99.

Responsiveness

Choose from month to month subscription or three month prepay. Users can cancel or change the order as well as upgrade or downgrade their subscription as long as they do so before the 21st of the month. You can also choose to skip a month. Spartan Cartons are shipped by the on the 14th of every month.

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Each box contains 4-5 BBQ products including marinades, rubs, sauces, recipes and more. Each product is reviewed and tested before going into the box, to make sure you get the best BBQ products out there. Some items found in previous boxes include Lower East Side Brisket Rub with kosher salt, black pepper, coriander, and other spice; Big Bob Gibson Habenero BBQ Sauce as well as the Big Bob Gibson White Sauce; One Legged Chicken Buffalo sauce and Suckle Busters Texas Chili Seasoning.

Ease of Use

Looking for something extra special? Start with either the BBQ Learner Bundle which includes Meathead's Award Winning Meat Temperature Guide, Steven Raichlen's Project Smoke and Aaron Franklin's A Meat Smoking Manifesto as well as a three month subscription to Grill Masters Club or try out the BBQ Booze Bundle which includes "Eat BBQ Drink Beer Repeat" beer mug, "Save Water Drink Whiskey" whiskey glass and Grill Masters Club koozie and bottle opener as well as a three month subscription to the club.

Value

Price starts at $33 for month to month, making it a pretty good value. Choose from 1, 3, 6 or 12-month memberships. Had your fill of BBQ? Cancel at any time.

Responsiveness

The company is pretty responsive and easy to get a hold of, so if you need to cancel or change your subscription you should not have any issues.

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First, Trunk Club will have you fill out a "style profile" so they can get an idea of your likes and dislikes as well as your budget. Next, you'll speak to a stylist online who will find your clothes according to your profile. You'll receive an online preview which you will then approve or make changes to. Each box comes with 6-10 pieces. The clothes are shipped to you where you have 5 days to try on and choose which pieces you will keep and which you will send back.

Ease of Use

This one is a little more difficult because you will need to know all of your sizes when you subscribe. If you lose or gain weight, which may lead to a size change, you will need to go in and adjust your new size. Overall, this is a great option for those of you who don't have time to shop all of the time but want to make sure you still look snazzy.

Value

Price varies from box to box as you get choose which pieces you'd like to keep and which to send back. Pricing for each piece starts at $25 and can go up to $300. Shipping and returns are free, but there is a $25 stylist charge. If you have a Nordstrom's credit card, the fee is waived.

Responsiveness

Unlike the other boxes on this list, you have control over what your order is. It is easy to fill out the profile and chat with your stylist in order to come up with a Trunk Club box you will love! Don't want a Trunk Club box every month? Sign up for Trunk Club when you need clothes be it monthly or seasonally. Bottom line: Use Trunk Club when you need it!

Use

Each month you will receive a box filled with a variety of items to snack on, cook with and drink! This month the box featured 8 products from Spain including Tumaca Sauce, Paprika, Cinnamon Cookies, Extra-Virgin Olive Oil and recipes from Chef Jamie Bissonnette.

Ease of Use

Subscribe monthly or every 3, 6 or 12 months. Free shipping is included. Cancel anytime. Just want to take a breather? Feel free to pause your subscription too.

Value

Pretty good value for some high-quality ingredients from around the world. Price starts at $39 a month but drops to $29 a month if you sign up for the year.

Responsiveness

If you decide that you want to get this subscription box, you will find that the company really is pretty good at getting in touch with you. If you want something you can cancel whenever you want, then you will like that the company is pretty lenient and get a hold of--although they do have strict guidelines.