The 20 Best Men’s Subscription Boxes for Holiday Gifting
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Stumped on what to buy the dude in your life? Whether you’re seeking cool holiday gifts for men or you want to simplify your own life and get your essentials delivered regularly, some of the best men’s subscription boxes offer hand-picked fashion, self-care and outdoor gear items that are also perfect for gift-giving.
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Ahead, we’ve rounded up 20 of the best subscription boxes for every type of man and the things he loves. Whether he is passionate about collecting vinyl, exploring new tech, devouring snacks or constantly rearranging his home decor, there are plenty of ways to show him you care with gifts for the holidays.
BEST AFFORDABLE MEN'S FASHION
Menlo Club Monthly Subscription
If you or your giftee are prepping for a return to the office or school, Menlo Club will send two to three pieces of stylish clothing and accessories from their range of brands for $60 per month. (The first month is only $40.) Whether your vibe is buttoned up, casual, athletic or edgy, the clothing subscription service keeps in mind your past deliveries so that new items complement your existing ones.
BEST FOR FRAGRANCE COLLECTORS
Scentbird Men's Fragrance Subscription Box
Start with a quiz and discover a new cologne that matches you (or your man) with Scentbird, a subscription box tailored to smell. You pick a scent, then begin the subscription ($16 monthly; new subscribers get their first month for $8) with eight-milliliter bottles that hold roughly 140 sprays each from luxury brands such as Acqua di Parma, Cartier, DKNY, Prada, Versace and more. Scentbird will even add a free silver fragrance case with your first order. Gift subscriptions and cards are also available.
BEST FOR WATCH LOVERS
Watch Gang Monthly Subscription
Timepiece collectors can outfit their wrist in a new watch each month with Watch Gang’s monthly box. Choose from Black, Original or Premium options that include one item valued at $500 to $1,500 with either a Swiss or Japanese quartz or automatic movement, depending on the subscription you choose. Expect to unwrap brands including Seiko, Fjord, Breeda, LeJour, Nomos or Ballast, all of which are backed by Watch Gang’s authenticity guarantee. Every box includes the chance to win a Rolex worth over $30,000, too.
BEST STYLIST-DRIVEN FASHION
Stitch Fix Style Subscription
Help your sartorially-minded giftee discover the wonders of a personal shopper with Stitch Fix’s monthly menswear subscription (gift cards are also available). It starts with a unique style quiz and shoppers have two options: work with a personal stylist (the $20 fee goes towards purchases) or shop instantly with Stitch Fix Freestyle. Either way, users will get a curated selection ranging from jeans and joggers to activewear and outerwear (and much more) from over 1,000 brands, including Adidas, Bonobos, Frame, Levi’s, Scotch & Soda, Toms and many more. Sizes are inclusive and range from XS to 3XL, including big and tall. Pieces range from $45 to $399 depending on the style and brand.
BEST VARIETY
CrateJoy Subscription Box
CrateJoy offers some of the best subscription boxes for men that are thoughtfully curated to their tastes, including a monthly grill masters club, cigar subscription and a “rad dad” box. Prices vary for each monthly option starting as low as $15 per month for the Hot Sauce of the Month Club and up to $55 for the SaloonBox Curated Cocktail Kit, depending on what he is into. Cratejoy also has tons of options for the man who loves tactical gear, snacks and unique international beers, plus more.
BEST FOR GIFTING
Bespoke Post Subscription Box
Whether he loves snacking on a charcuterie board, chocolate or having cozy slippers, Bespoke Post has several ideas to make him feel appreciated. Some of these can’t-miss gifts include a carryall weekender bag perfect for getaways and road trips, craft bitters to add to your home bar and even wireless headphones. You can join the monthly club or purchase items on the website. Prices start at $49 per month to join the club, or you can select the item that might make a great gift for him.
BEST FOR GROOMING
Birchbox Grooming Subscription Box
Make your or your recipient’s grooming routine fun with Birchbox’s monthly package. The subscription includes a mix of five samples and several categories to help match his needs, along with tips on how to use the products. Create a grooming profile to customize the delivery, which includes brands such as Kiehl’s, Anthony and Marvis, along with tons more. This cool monthly plan is priced at $10 per month, or upgrade to the Grooming Plus box ($20 monthly) and get a hand-picked lifestyle item ranging from tech gear to stylish accessories and more.
BEST FOR UNDERWEAR
MeUndies Subscription
Whether you’re shopping for your own drawers or someone else, MeUndies’ genius underwear subscription ($16 and up) makes it easy to restock on tighty whiteys, briefs, bralettes or socks. The monthly delivery includes underpinnings made from the brand’s super-soft modal fabric, supima cotton or breathable anti-odor material, and you can customize the silhouette, fit, size and colors. Pricing ranges from $10 monthly for socks to $26 for men’s and women’s underwear.
BEST FOR MUSIC LOVERS
VNYL Record Subscription
For the wax lovers, VNYL’s record subscription service will deliver a new record (or three) each month based on their music tastes. Plans start at $22 for one vinyl (gift cards and three-month and annual options are also available), and you’ll select your (or your giftee’s) favorite and least-loved genres, top artists and the turntable you use. We like that the company makes it easy to customize your curation by plugging into your Spotify, Twitter and Discog accounts; you can also include your social media profiles (Instagram, SoundCloud and Last.fm) for more precise picks, too. Note that you’ll need an invite code to sign up; you can request one once you register for an account.
BEST FOR STREETWEAR STYLE
Thread Beast
Whether they’re a hypebeast or a luxe basics kind of guy, Thread Beast’s cool clothing subscription box is a great go-to for men who dig streetwear and sneakers. It starts with a style quiz to determine your aesthetic, favorite fits and colors and the type of brands or stores that you or your recipient loves. From there, a personal stylist will curate a monthly wardrobe ($60 to $290 per month) with brands such as Nike, Levi’s, Zanerobe, Stance, The Hundreds, Champion, HUF and many others. Plan options include Basic (2-3 items), Essential (4-5 items), Premium (6-7 items) and Baller (9-11) items.
BEST FOR TECH LOVERS
Breo Box Tech and Lifestyle Subscription Box
If he loves tech and exploring new home goods and lifestyle products, then Breo Box (also available through Amazon) might be an ideal gift for him. It’s delivered every three months and priced at $110 for the first box and renews a $169. It’s fantastic for the early adopter, tech-obsessed person in your life and comes with a curated quarterly box full of the latest products.
BEST FOR OUTDOORSY TYPES
Nomadik Subscription Box
Does the man in your life love nature? Is his love language actually gear? Then consider the Nomadik’s subscription box, a perfect gift for the outdoor enthusiast in your life. Designed for specific activities, each box comes with $48-$72 worth of thoughtfully-selected products. Past collections include an Esbit emergency stove with fuel, UCO Gear beta headlamp, Sun & Swell trail snacks and Walrus Oil Logger’s Lip Balm, to name a few. Prices range from $360 for annual plan to $35 per box when you subscribe with monthly billing.
BEST FOR SKINCARE
Lumin Total Correction Bundle
For men committed to their grooming routine, Lumin’s Total Correction Bundle is specifically formulated for all skin types. The set includes a charcoal cleanser that rebalances the skin and removes excess oil, a charcoal scrub that sloughs away dead skin cells and smooths texture, color-correcting eye cream for dark circles and puffiness and a green color-correcting cream to address redness. The brand offers other bundles available for Subscribe & Save deliveries.
BEST FOR UNIQUE SNACKS
Bokksu Subscription Box
For the snack lover who can’t get enough of Japanese treats (think sesame seed crackers, mochi candies and steak-flavored Cheetos), Bokksu will make sure your or your recipient’s pantry is always in stock. Its box includes 20 to 24 snacks and teas based on a theme — such as Moon Festival or Summer Matsuri — that honors the country’s culture, and each subscription supports family-run businesses in Japan. You can subscribe to deliveries monthly or every three, six or 12 months.
BEST FOR COFFEE LOVERS
Atlas Coffee Club Subscription
Coffee connoisseurs and globetrotter alike will love trying a new bag of beans from around the world each month with an Atlas Coffee Club subscription (you can also send it as a gift). Choose from ground or whole beans, light or dark roast (or a variety), the number of bags in each shipment (half, one or two bags) and frequency (two to four weeks for subscriptions or three, six or 12 months for gifts). From there, you or your recipient’s tastebuds will tour the globe by way of a fresh new single-origin coffee from Colombia, Kenya, Tanzania, Ethiopia, Costa Rica and beyond. Deliveries include a postcard so you can soak up details about your cup of joe’s country and tasting notes.
BEST FOR SHAVING
Harry's Shaving Subscription Box
Gift a great shave — either to yourself or someone else — this season with Harry’s, which offers great gift sets in addition to its best-selling shaving starter sets and subscriptions. It starts with everything guys need to achieve a smooth shave, such as the Winston Set that includes a weighted rubberized handle, five-blade razor cartridge, foaming shave gel and a travel blade cover. Sign up for auto-refill subscriptions that deliver eight blades ($16 monthly) every two, three or four months (you can also add a shaving gel to the package for $22 monthly), and add an extra-special touch with personalized engraving on the handle for an extra $15.
BEST FOR SNACKS
Universal Yums Snack Subscription Box
Speak to his stomach and sense of adventure with Universal Yums’ monthly subscription. Each month, the company delivers snacks, candy and delicious bites from around the world. Packages come in three price points, including the Yum Box with five to seven snacks ($15), the Yum Yum Box with 10 to 15 treats ($26) and the Super Yum Box with 18 to 20 items ($41). Shipping is also free in the U.S.
BEST FOR VINYL COLLECTORS
Vinyl of the Month Club: The Golden Era
Help him add to his music collection with Amazon Music’s Vinyl of the Month Club: The Golden Era. It’s delivered every month and priced at $25, and includes some of the greatest albums to come out of the 1960s and ’70s. These include some major must-haves for anyone building the ultimate collection and diving further into a love affair with vinyl. Step back in time and enjoy sounds from legends Miles Davis, Aretha Franklin, Led Zeppelin, Fleetwood Mac, Pink Floyd and other classic artists.
BEST FOR SOCK LOVERS
Sock Fancy Subscription
Sock Fancy treats your man to a surprise pair of socks each month. Styles are selected and curated by the brand and come in bright, bold colors. They are durable, comfortable, fun and made to last. Prices start at $7 for the first box and renews at $12 per box.
BEST FOR COMIC BOOK LOVERS
Comic Mystery Box by CrateJoy
For $31 per month for three months, Comic Mystery Box by CrateJoy will send you $60 worth of comic books with at least 16 books every month. These range from new issues to back issues and No. 1 issues to variants. A great gift for comic book lovers.
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