BestNest Seed Subscription

What's in the box: The site does not state what each subscription delivery contains, but BestNest's food range includes wild bird seed, seed logs and suet.

BestNest is a long-running online retailer based in Cincinnati, Ohio, and its site carries a copyright line dating back to 1999. It sells bird feeders, bird houses, bird baths and seed, suet and bird food. It also sells bat houses, trellises, pond supplies and other garden items. Birders will find decorative pieces, such as Amish made cedar feeders and houses, alongside practical supplies like seed logs sold in multipacks. The site does not explain how its seed subscription works. Its main pages and navigation look like those of an ordinary online store. There is no clear description of how often deliveries arrive, what goes into each shipment, how to pause or cancel, or whether subscribers get special pricing. Before signing up, check the product pages for subscription terms or call customer service to confirm the details. On the plus side, the company lists a street address, a phone line answered on weekdays during Eastern business hours and a customer service email. That is more contact information than many online sellers offer. The site also has a learning center with guides on birding, bats, butterflies and other backyard topics. If you want a curated discovery box, look elsewhere. BestNest is better suited to backyard birders who want to restock feed from an established retailer.