DateBox Club

DateBox Club delivers everything needed for a memorable date night right to your door. Each monthly box includes a unique activity (games, crafts, or connection exercises), shareable snacks, a curated playlist, and conversation cards designed to deepen your relationship. Just set aside the time, they handle all the planning.

About DateBox Club

DateBox Club solves a universal relationship challenge: finding time and energy to plan quality date nights. Launched in 2015 from Columbus, Ohio, the subscription delivers complete at-home date experiences that couples can enjoy without any planning, shopping, or coordination. Just set aside an evening, open the box, and follow the instructions for a memorable night together.

Each DateBox is thoughtfully designed around an activity, whether it’s a game, a creative craft, or a structured conversation exercise. But unlike generic activity kits, these are specifically created by relationship experts to foster genuine connection between partners. The boxes avoid clichéd romance tropes, instead focusing on fun experiences that help couples learn something new about each other, try something different together, or simply laugh and enjoy quality time.

The company has earned strong reviews from subscribers who appreciate outsourcing the mental load of date planning. For busy professionals, parents, or anyone who finds that date nights consistently slip through the cracks, DateBox Club provides a forcing function for relationship investment.

Pricing Plans

DateBox Club offers several subscription options:

Plan	Monthly Cost	Commitment	Best For
Digital Only	$7.99/month	Month-to-month	Budget-conscious, DIY couples
Monthly Box	$39.95/month	Month-to-month	Trying the service
3-Month Prepay	$36.45/month	3 months upfront	Regular date nights
6-Month Prepay	$32.96/month	6 months upfront	Maximum savings

All Box Plans Include:

• Complete date night activity and materials
• Shareable snacks
• Curated playlist (new each month)
• Connection cards with conversation prompts
• Step-by-step guide
• FREE “Date-in-a-Snap” bonus

Digital Only Includes:

• Printable date ideas and activities
• Digital connection prompts
• No physical items shipped

What’s Included

Each DateBox delivers a complete date night experience:

Activity (one of three types):

• Games: Puzzles, card games, couple challenges
• Connection: Conversation exercises, relationship-building prompts
• DIY/Craft: Painting, building, creating together

Snacks:

• Shareable treats selected for the date theme
• Enough for two people

Playlist:

• Curated monthly soundtrack
• Accessible via streaming link

Connection Cards:

• Creative questions for meaningful conversation
• Designed to help couples learn new things about each other

Instructions:

• Step-by-step guide
• Clear timing and setup details
• No preparation needed beyond opening the box

How It Works

1. Subscribe: Choose your plan, monthly for flexibility, prepaid for savings. Receive a free “Date-in-a-Snap” bonus activity immediately.

2. Receive Your Box: DateBoxes ship weekly from Ohio, arriving within about a week depending on location.

3. Schedule Date Night: Set aside 1-2 hours for your date. The activity, snacks, and materials are all ready to go.

4. Open and Enjoy: Follow the step-by-step guide. Start the playlist. Dive into the activity together.

5. Connect Through Conversation: Use the included connection cards throughout your date to spark meaningful discussion.

6. Repeat Monthly: Each month brings a different theme and activity, keeping date nights fresh and varied.

Who It’s For

Perfect For:

• Busy Couples: Those who want date nights but lack time/energy to plan
• New Parents: Rebuilding connection time after having children
• Long-Term Relationships: Couples seeking fresh experiences after years together
• Long-Distance Couples: Same box, different locations, do the activity over video call
• Gift Givers: Thoughtful gift for engaged couples, newlyweds, or anniversaries

Consider Alternatives If:

• You Love Planning Dates: The subscription removes planning, if that’s part of your fun, skip it
• You’re Very Price Sensitive: $33-40/month may feel steep for activity kits
• You Want Romantic/Intimate Focus: These boxes emphasize fun, not romance
• You Have Specific Activity Preferences: Cannot customize to your interests
• You’re Outside US/Canada: Limited shipping availability

DateBox Club excels at its core promise: delivering friction-free date nights for couples who would otherwise skip quality time together. The value lies less in the physical contents and more in the dedicated relationship investment the subscription enables. For couples struggling to prioritize each other amid busy lives, DateBox Club provides the structure and accountability to make date nights actually happen.

Past Box Themes

DateBox Club has featured numerous creative date night themes:

Game-Focused Dates:

• Puzzle challenge nights with collaborative puzzles
• Card game competitions with couple-friendly games
• Trivia nights testing knowledge of each other
• Board game variations designed for two players
• Mystery-solving adventures

Creative Activities:

• Paint night with canvases and supplies
• Pottery or clay sculpting
• DIY craft projects to display at home
• Cooking challenges with provided ingredients
• Building projects like terrariums or candles

Connection Experiences:

• Memory lane dates revisiting your relationship history
• Future planning sessions with guided prompts
• Gratitude exercises and appreciation activities
• Love language exploration
• Goal-setting for couples

Each theme is designed by relationship experts to facilitate genuine connection rather than just fill time. The variety ensures long-term subscribers continue finding fresh experiences rather than repetitive content.

Comparison with Alternatives

How does DateBox Club compare to other couples subscription services?

Service	Price	Focus	Frequency	Notable Feature
DateBox Club	$32.96-39.95	Activities	Monthly	Complete date nights
Crated with Love	$29.95	Games/activities	Monthly	Game-focused dates
Hunt A Killer	$30	Mystery solving	Monthly	Story-driven experience
Unplugged Date	$34.99	Tech-free connection	Monthly	No screens required
Date Night In	$39.99	Romantic dates	Monthly	More romance-focused

DateBox Club sits in the middle of pricing and emphasizes variety across activity types rather than specializing in one category. The connection cards included in every box differentiate it from activity-only subscriptions.

Tips for Getting the Most Value

Schedule It:

• Block date night on your calendar when the box arrives
• Treat it as a non-negotiable appointment
• Plan around when you’re both most energized

Set the Scene:

• Put phones away or on Do Not Disturb
• Create ambiance with lighting and the provided playlist
• Clear your schedule for the full activity duration

Embrace the Process:

• Don’t rush through activities to “finish”
• Use connection cards throughout, not just at the end
• Follow instructions even if they seem simple
• Discuss what you enjoyed afterward

For Long-Distance Couples:

• Order two boxes to the same address, then send one
• Set up video call before opening
• Do activities simultaneously while connected
• Save connection cards for ongoing video date conversations

Gift Options

DateBox Club makes a popular gift for couples at various stages:

For Engaged Couples:

• Helps build communication habits before marriage
• Provides regular quality time during stressful planning period
• Creates positive memories during engagement

For Newlyweds:

• Establishes date night routine early in marriage
• Offers new experiences beyond typical dinner dates
• Supports relationship investment mindset

For Anniversary Gifts:

• 6 or 12-month subscriptions cover multiple celebrations
• Shows ongoing investment in the relationship
• Creates anticipation for monthly surprises

For Parents:

• Forces scheduling of couple time amid parenting chaos
• Activities designed for home use, no babysitter needed for activity
• Reconnects partners who’ve become focused solely on children

Prepaid subscriptions work well as gifts since the full amount is paid upfront with no billing surprises for the recipient.