It used to be a small internet trend. Now Cyber Monday is one of the biggest online shopping days of the year. Whether you're shopping Cyber Monday sales for yourself or for gifts, a subscription box is a great way to purchase something special while supporting small local businesses.
Gift differently this year with something unexpected and unique. Subscription boxes are a surprise box of joy, and with so many amazing curators offering unique experiences, we want to show you just how special these trending boxes are for the holiday season.
Without further ado, here are our favorite retailers and the best subscription boxes on Cratejoy offering spectacular Cyber Monday sales and some with ongoing discounts from Black Friday sales.
The Deadbolt Mystery Society Monthly Box
One of the best game night subscriptions is the Deadbolt Mystery Society monthly subscription box. Unbox suspense-filled entertainment by unraveling and dissecting the clues you’re given on your way to solving each month’s standalone mystery. It’s a real treat for all puzzle lovers.
Shipping: Subscriptions from Nov 1-30 ship the first week of December
Apryl C. Deadbolt not only has an amazing product with great puzzles, in-depth stories, and interactive components, but they have top notch customer service as well as being extremely interactive with their audience. Your not just buying a mystery box with Deadbolt Mystery Society, you are getting a full interactive experience!
Escape the Crate: An Escape Room Adventure shipped straight to your door.
What’s Included: Now you can enjoy an at-home escape room adventure with the bi-monthly boxes from Escape the Crate. Show up ready to bring your A-game as you work to decode ciphers and solve challenging riddles and puzzles. Solve the historical mystery step-by-step and make your escape!
Shipping: Ships worldwide from the U.S. during the 1st full week of the month, every other month
Amy W. We did a 1 year subscription, and as a family of 4 have absolutely loved playing these escape the crate boxes. They are outstanding quality and great props! Keep up the amazing work!
Awakening
What’s Included: Awakening in a Box wants to join you on your journey of awakening through crystal energy. Every month brings a mix of handpicked crystals, all cleansed, charged and sent with guidance on how to use them, plus other spiritual goodies selected to aid you on the path toward enlightenment.
Shipping: Ships worldwide from the U.S. between the 16th-17th of every month. Orders placed between Nov 21 - Dec 15th will ship Dec 15th - Dec 18th.
Natalie C. This box was better then expected. The soap enclosed smells amazing and the informational cards for the stones really helped me to understand them better. I love the candles and Moon card that came with it too!
Finders Seekers Mysteries
Finders Seekers Mysteries is what you get when you cross an intriguing mystery with challenging puzzles and complex codes. Gather family and friends together to explore new cities and cultures. Put away the Nintendos and get the gears turning IRL with a one-of-a-kind game night experience.
Shipping: Ships on the 23rd of each month for orders placed by the 21st.
Rachel C. I have been getting Finders Seekers boxes for over a year, and I cannot lie, I'm obsessed. The mysteries are a lot of fun, and they are so much fun to do with friends, especially those that haven't done something like this before. Occasionally, the puzzles are evil (I'm looking at you, Paris box!), but the fact that after a year they can still challenge me is a good thing.
The Adults & Crafts Crate
Busy those hands and have a little crafty fun with a monthly subscription to The Adults & Crafts Crate. Deck out house and home in trendy DIY projects with this open-and-go monthly box that brings all the necessary materials, tools, embellishments and step-by-step instructions to get making!
Shipping: New orders will ship within one week of ordering.
Megan T. I received the engraving kit and I love it! I practiced on an old glass weigh scale to get the hang of engraving. I then started the glass coasters using pictures off google. I am sooo happy with how they turned out! It’s very relaxing and is a great stress reliever. I have a few people now wanting me to make them sets of coasters :)
SnackSack Classic
Forget gadgets, snacks are the real heroes of our daily life. Finding new, healthy snacks can be difficult, but SnackSack is here to help. The monthly box helps you discover healthier snack options from unique brands. Each box includes 12+ snacks centered around fun seasonal themes and flavors. SnackSack offers four different plans (Classic, Vegan, Gluten Free, Vegan + Gluten Free) to ensure you get snacks that meet any dietary restrictions you may have.
Shipping: Only ships within United States.
Robyn B. My girls and I have enjoyed our snack box each month. It ships on time and snuggly packed in a cute box. We like the mix of sweet and savory! It’s been fun trying so many new brands and we have even searched our a few to order more.
The Stoney Babe Box
Consider this one to be on the shortlist! The Stoney Babe Box is one of the most unique boxes you can gift a millennial this year. Created for those 21-years-old and up, this women's smokebox is curated by a small business with all products carefully handpicked for her enjoyment. This gift box includes 5-10 girly and adorable cannabis-themed goodies such as grinders, papers, pipes, cute jars, and cones that she can light up with her bestie.
Shipping: Only ships within United States. Orders placed today ship by December 11.
Alexis S. I loved my Stoney Babe Box! I was so excited and pleased with all my items! The shipping was great as well! The hand selected glass and small little cute touches were my favorite! Can’t wait for another box to arrive!10/10
Étoile Box
Étoile Box is a monthly delivery of lifestyle, beauty, and self-care custom curated just for you! Every single box is packed with items sourced from Women-owned business and all beauty and body products are organic and cruelty free. From candies and jewelry to hand soap and bath bombs, each box is filled with goodies you'll love.
Shipping: Ships worldwide. Boxes will ship by December 11.
Jennifer J. Sent this box to a dear friend and she LOVED it! Highly recommend. She received the Sleep Box and it included a sleep journal and lots of other sleep related items.
Monthly Medium Box
Wickbox delivers luxe, fragrant candles to your door every month. Each month features a different beautiful, on-trend candle container that complements the current season and is handpicked to match your scent preferences. Each month includes 1 surprise medium luxury candle; Typical burn time is 30 to 60 hours.
Shipping: Ships worldwide from United States except for the UK. Ships by December 23.
Bethany D. This was a gift for my mom and it was such a hit! She loved the packaging and candles sent each month!
Smugglers Crate
Get a surprise bundle of exclusive collectibles and gear from your favorite movies, series, games, comics and more delivered to your door every month! Expect all things Star Wars, Marvel, Pokémon, DC and more! Each box includes 8-12 exclusive geek & gamer themed items.
Shipping: New orders ship within 2-4 working days from the UK.
Brenda D. Excellent box, will make a great gift for my Star Wars mad husband!
My First Reading Club
Make reading fun for little ones with the My First Reading Club! Available in 5 different age groups, each box is curated for your child's reading level. All boxes include 2-3 hard covered books, an activity book, and a gift for the adult reader.
Shipping: Only ships within United States. New orders will ship within 2 business days.
Jaelynn P. I have been off and on subscribed to My first reading club for about 2 years or so. My son has autism and has almost always loved the books he gets! And some of the books are more than you pay for everything with just one book! Very pleased with this subscription and I definitely recommend it!
