DateBox Club

What's in the box: Each box holds one themed activity (a game, a connection exercise or a craft), a snack, conversation prompts and full instructions.

DateBox Club is a monthly subscription that sends couples a planned date night to enjoy at home. Each box follows one of three themes: a game, a deeper connection activity, or a DIY craft project. Every box comes with a snack, conversation questions or prompts, and complete instructions, so the planning is already done for you. The service is aimed at busy couples and parents who find it hard to get out of the house. Because the date happens at home, you don't need a babysitter or a ride. The site lists recognition from Good Housekeeping, The Knot, Parents and The Bump, which suggests it is one of the better-known names in this niche. Shipping is advertised as always free, and the company offers a risk-free guarantee, though the homepage does not spell out its terms. The main drawback is that boxes are not personalized. Everyone gets the same content each month, so couples outside the core audience of younger partners and new parents may find some activities a poor fit. Pricing is not shown on the front page, so you will need to click through to the plans to compare it with other date night boxes. For couples who want an easy reason to put the phones down once a month, it is a sensible and widely recognized choice.