No Comic Con this year, bummer! You can still get your geek on. Are you into anime? Video games? Cosplay? No matter what niche you call home, there are products out there for you. Whether you're looking for unique items to add to your collection or want a way to jump into new fandoms, geek subscription boxes may be just what you need.
There are a ton of monthly boxes available for both general and specific ‘nerdy’ interests, many of which come with significant discounts for your first box. So, what are you waiting for? Time to find the box for you! #LiveLongAndProsper
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The Best Geek Subscription Boxes for Nerds, Gamers, Anime, Cosplay, ComiCon and Comic Book Lovers:
Loot Crate, one of the original fan-driven subscription boxes, is dedicated to delivering high-quality licensed, and often exclusive, merchandise right to your door. Single monthly crates start at about $30(+S&H) and include a whole slew of collectibles like shirts, figurines, art books, pins, and more! Each box has at least four items worth at least $45 MSP.
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There have been some significant changes to Mine Chest's structure recently. Its new name, Minecraft T-shirt Club, more accurately reflects the company's new focus: quality Minecraft-themed t-shirts ( plus a mystery item like a pin or plushy) delivered monthly. Old fans of this service might be disappointed to see that the number of items and the iconic Chest have both been dropped, but I think new subscribers will be relieved to see the refreshingly low price.
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Super Geek Box Prime promises to deliver you a curated box of 5-8 pieces of merchandise and accessories worth around $100 MSRP. The original monthly box has been discontinued, so currently the only option available is the quarterly box which costs $56(+ $10 S&H). This is a blind box, but the website lists featured franchises. This box features unique licensed and unlicensed goods.
Check out our FULL REVIEW of the Super Geek Box by clicking this link.
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Loot Gaming is one of the many offshoots of the original Loot Crate that, as the name implies, is focused on Gamer interests. Like the original Loot Crate, each month’s mystery box has a central theme. Unlike the original Loot Crate, the website seems to be a bit more coy about listing every franchise available in each box, so be prepared for some unexpected surprises. Loot Gaming features licensed and exclusive merchandise every month, including a T-shirt.
Hardcore gamer? Find out more about Loot Gaming by visiting this link for our FULL REVIEW!
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Loot Anime is a single-focus offshoot of Loot Crate that is tailored for fans of anime and manga. Each month’s mystery box features a specific theme, and the website helpfully lists what series fans can expect in that month’s box. Each box contains 4-6 high-quality licensed and exclusive pieces of merchandise such as shirts, pins, and figurines.
Do you love anime? Check out our FULL REVIEW of Loot Anime here!
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Loot Wear is a single-focus brand of the original Loot Crate, but I find that this one works quite differently from the other offshoots. Each month, Loot Wear features one piece of apparel (a top or bottom) that is thankfully visible on the website prior to buying. The items, all licensed or exclusive, cross a number of very popular franchises.
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Where other subscription boxes usually feature one curated box a month, My Geek Box’s whole business model is centered around the idea that fans deserve something better than a one-box-for-all subscription service. There are multiple boxes offered (some mystery, some not) every month that cater to different interests, ages, and budgets.
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ComicBoxer is a monthly mystery subscription box geared towards Comic Lovers. Each box retails for $19.00(+S&H)/month. Each box contains 5-7 issues of new releases (all #1 comics) including first appearances, variant covers, and more. For those of you looking to get the kids in your life interested in comics, they even offer a kid’s plan!
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If you are a Nintendo fan, this monthly subscription box might be right up your alley! While other Nintendo properties get some time to shine, the main focus is definitely everyone’s favorite tenacious Italian plumber. Best of all, all of the products are officially licensed by Nintendo. The base box costs $24.99(+ $5.99 S&H).
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Do you like manga? Do you like munching down on some unique Japanese snacks while you read said manga? Well, do I have an oddly specific monthly subscription box for you! Each themed box costs $36(+ $3.95 S&H) and includes 3 volumes of manga, a variety of snacks, and a drink.
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GeekGear Classic offers a variety of licensed goods like exclusive T-shirts and prints. Looking for something a bit more, shall we say, magical? GeekGear also offers four (yes, four!) different Harry Potter/Fantastic Beasts themed boxes, ranging from collectibles, to apparel, to even wands.
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While other services boast Harry Potter merch, this official box is one of the only ones that actually tailors your specific box based on your House preferences! Each box contains 5-7 exclusive and officially licensed pieces of Harry Potter merchandise. The boxes cost $39.99(+ $5 S&H) and ship to the US, Canada, Australia, and the UK.
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Those of you looking for alternatives to Loot Crate might want to give ZBOX a try. Each month, ZBOX sends fans of film, TV, and games, 4-7 unique items all for $22.99(+S&H). Each mystery box is themed and features a wide range of items like books, shirts, pins, and figurines.
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Geek Fuel is aimed at an audience that might be a little tired of the same old “shirt + pin + figurine” subscription boxes. Previous boxes have, in addition to the classic nerdy staples like shirts and pins, included such odd things as pizza cutters, canvas prints, and aprons. What’s more, each box comes with a Steam game!
Let us fuel up your geeky mind just by reading our FULL REVIEW here!
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The big thing that differentiates Teeblox from other monthly boxes is that, in additional to staples like books and shirts, each box also features posters of “the hottest Cosplay girls” (their words, not mine). For better or worse, this company leans into their “geek guy” focus.
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Loot Crate DX is made for those of you who are fans of the classic Loot Crate but are ready to upgrade the experience. This monthly premium collection comes with high-end licensed and exclusive figures, apparel, and more. A single month’s box is $49.99(+S&H).
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Super Hero Crate is a curated monthly box for all comic fans. This subscription concentrates on traditional superhero comics (Marvel and DC). Single boxes retail for $26 (+S&H) and contain a t-shirt, two back-issue comics or a graphic novel, and a number of other products.
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With the recent explosion of interest in Dungeons & Dragons, Dungeon Crate is a welcome addition to the niche of tabletop gaming subscription boxes. Each box comes with about five high-quality and often exclusive items, which can include bespoke encounters, game tokens, and lifestyle products (pins, buttons, and more).
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UnboxBoardom is a subscription box based on a unique concept: subscribers choose from a collection of 3 board games based on a monthly theme. This is a great way for subscribers to try out new and unusual board games they may not be aware of otherwise.
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If you’re looking for a comic-centered subscription box that dumps all of the fluff in favor of even more comics, then The Comic Garage is for you. There are two boxes to pick from: Super (contains 10 comics for $24.99) or Ultimate (24 comics for $44.99). Each box contains #1 comics, first appearances, and more. In addition to mystery boxes, there are also specific character boxes available.
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Booklovers know that finding a good book can be a tough, but oftentimes rewarding process, that can result in finding stories you never even heard of! If you’re a book lover interested in sci-fi or fantasy, My Sci Fi Club provides you with you two hardcover books and an e-book all for the price of $17.99(+S&H). The best part is you get to specify if you want sci-fi or fantasy.
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Japan Crate has five crates to choose from: Premium Japan Crate (snacks and drinks), Doki Doki Crate (cute merchandise), Umai Crate (noodles), Kira Kira Crate (Beauty products), and Gacha Gacha Crate (capsule toys). Prices range from $28-$35/month, depending on the box.
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Is your magic routine getting a bit stale? Check out this subscription box for 3-5 new mystery magic tricks delivered to you monthly. Each box also includes a collection of online video tutorials to help you master each trick. These boxes are suitable for beginner to intermediate magicians.
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Funko offers several subscription boxes, all with a different focus. The Collector Corps is one of Funko's many subscription boxes and it features exclusive Marvel apparel, accessories, and collectibles. You can buy the box through Amazon, though it sells out quickly. The cost is $25 (+$6.95 S&H)
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This subscription box has everything movie and TV shows fans can want. Not only does each box include staples like prints, comic books, and enamel pins, but it also includes prop replicas and authentic celebrity autographs. Each monthly box costs $26.99 (+ S&H).
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Conclusion
While not an exhaustive list of all subscription box options available, this list is a great place to start if you're feeling a bit lost. When picking the subscription box that's right for you, there are a few things to keep in mind: the price, the frequency, and the focus.
There are so many niche boxes that whether you are looking for a general subscription box or one with a more specific focus, there is bound to be one for you.
There is no greater time than right now to look at ordering your first box as many of these top subscription box companies offer massive discounts for new customers!
- Jack
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About the Author:
Jack Cullum aka "The Box Man" is known to bust a box or two open! He is super into it really! He is also the lead writer for Subscription Boxes for Men. So please connect with him on social and may all your boxes be great!
