If you're looking for the best eco subscription box UK options, or searching for sustainable living subscription boxes worth trying, this is a round-up of the ones we genuinely use ourselves.

The UK subscription box market has grown a lot over the years. It's something I've only really known of for the last decade or so, but I am totally on board with some of the subscription box services on offer.

I think some subscription boxes can be really useful, eco-friendly and time saving. These are the sorts of boxes I like. The ones that provide me with something I need and preferably they also support something good.

I also think some subscription boxes are quite bad. Some of them send a bunch of products like stationery or clothing that you just don't know if you'll like. Then you end up sending them all back or not wanting them and wasting your money, time and resources. Personally I wouldn't want a box of random things sent to me in case I don't want any of it. But I'm just fussy and also a minimalist!

If you are always trying lots of different products then a subscription box can be a great way to try lots for cheaper than the RRP, but you'd just have to be one of those people that uses a lot of different things so you aren't wasteful with the contents. I'd rather go and buy exactly what I need when I need it. It's really important to make sure you won't be wasteful when choosing a subscription box for yourself.

We currently get subscriptions from Who Gives A Crap, Wild, and FFS Beauty, plus Riverford for our veg boxes, and we really support them all. They're all helping us to be more eco-friendly too.

Here's a look at the subscription boxes we currently use and love. And some referral links and codes so you can get a sign up offer or discount if you're a new customer.  Please note, these offers may change and I'll update this page as soon as I know they're different.

1. Who Gives a Crap

I love the name which is a great play on words as this is a toilet roll subscription! We get a box of 48 toilet rolls every three months for £39. It sounds a lot at first, but it is cheaper for us.

The rolls are double length and the softest recycled toilet roll we've ever had!

We were always buying recycled toilet roll anyway and I worked out the cost comparison and we actually save more with Who Gives a Crap compared to the supermarket version we were buying.

They also use no plastic so it's perfect for reducing our waste and stopping single-use plastic. Using recycled rolls means Who Gives a Crap saves thousands of trees a year.

50% of their profits go to building toilets for those in need so we are supporting a good cause too.

If that's not enough reasons to choose WGAC then the rolls are individually wrapped in pretty patterned paper that looks great on the bathroom shelf! They also have a luxurious bamboo version if you don't like the recycled paper, which comes in a lovely monochrome outer wrapper.

Who Gives a Crap Toilet Roll £5 Off Discount Code

You can get £5 off your first order at Who Gives a Crap by clicking my referral link here!

I'll get £5 off too, thank you!

Offer valid for new customers with a minimum purchase of £36.

2. We Are Wild

This subscription is the perfect way to go zero waste with your deodorant and make the switch to natural deodorant, much better for your pits!

It's a natural deodorant that's aluminium free and plastic free!

You get a metal case that is reusable and buy deodorant refills that are wrapped in a bamboo pulp that's compostable!

All four of us now, me and my husband and my teen and pre-teen all use this now, so we share one subscription as a family for deodorant refills.

We Are Wild Deodorant 50% Off Discount Code

My referral link currently gets you 50% off Wild, though offers change from time to time, so click through here to see the current deal!

You don't have to sign up for the subscription. There's an option to buy a one-off case and three refills, or you can sign up for the subscription instead.

3. FFS Beauty

I used to use throwaway plastic razors so I was pleased when I discovered Friction Free Shaving and a special offer which gave me an engraved metal razor handle and set of blades for under £10 at the time.

I'm subscribed which means I get a set of four new blades sent to me every six months. You can choose monthly, or whatever term you like, but this is enough for me and my husband and we get a couple of packs every 6 months instead of just one. We signed him up to get a handle on the trial price, and then cancelled so we can now just share the blades from one subscription.

It's a lot less wasteful than us throwing full disposable razors away constantly and the blades last ages. I only change mine around once a month!

I also collect FFS Rewards points every time we order, which can be redeemed for money off future refills, another nice little perk on top of the subscription itself.

FFS Beauty Discount Code

New customers can grab a trial kit for just £3.95 through my referral link, a great way to try FFS out before committing to a full subscription.

Click here to get your FFS trial kit for £3.95

4. Riverford

We also love Riverford for our organic fruit and vegetable boxes! We switched to them at our current address after we found we could no longer get Abel and Cole delivered here, and we've been really happy with the switch.

I've written a full review of what to expect and how the offer works in my Riverford refer a friend and new customer offer post if you want more detail before signing up.

Riverford Discount Code £15 Off

If you're a new customer, click my Riverford refer a friend link and you'll get £15 off your second order, no code needed.

5. Abel and Cole

We used Abel and Cole on and off since 2014 and always loved it, we'd have honestly carried on using them if we could, but they don't deliver to our new address since we moved in 2021, so we switched to Riverford instead. It's still a genuine recommendation if you're able to get it delivered to you.

Abel and Cole organic fruit and vegetable boxes are super yummy and a great way to eat more fresh healthy food and support local organic farmers.

Abel and Cole 50% Off Discount Code

Enjoy 50% off your 1st and 4th Fruit & Veg Boxes. Enter VEGBOX50 at checkout.

To redeem, add a weekly, set contents Fruit & Veg Box (excluding Christmas and limited edition boxes) to your basket and enter code VEGBOX50. Your first Fruit & Veg Box will be 50% off, then after receiving 2 full price Abel & Cole deliveries with a Fruit & Veg Box, your 4th Fruit & Veg Box will also be 50% off. Each order within the offer must be delivered within 4 weeks of the previous one, or the promotion will expire. A £1.99 delivery fee applies. Offer does not apply to those who already have an order or delivery in place, and can't be used alongside any other offer. Swaps aren't available on all Fruit & Veg Boxes, so check their website for details.

Other subscription boxes I've tried

There are also some subscription boxes that we have used before, but have stopped for various reasons such as the kids getting older, or not being able to keep budgeting for them each month.  Here are some worth mentioning:

• Toucan Box: We would have carried on with the kids craft subscription box Toucan Box but we got through the whole lot! We did every craft activity and then it started again. Bella used to love getting them and was sad when we finished.
• Mister Maker: We did try a couple of Mister Maker boxes before, but Reuben was a bit too young at the time, around age 3, and not as into crafts as his sister was at the same age!
• The Goodness Project: I've also had the vegan subscription box from The Goodness Project which was amazing.
• Graze: These were great too for some delicious snacks at home.
• Mission Pebble: We also tried their plastic-free soap and shampoo bars on subscription for a while, delivered straight through the letterbox.

Eco-friendly subscription boxes I'd like to try

Another subscription service that has caught my attention is The Green Co. and their laundry and household cleaning subscriptions. Instead of bulky plastic bottles or single-use packaging, they've created a clever way to make everyday washing more sustainable.

Their natural laundry detergent comes in lightweight sheets that are easy to store, space-saving, and arrive in compostable packaging. They also have laundry conditioner in sheet versions, dishwasher tablets, hand soap and cleaning sprays.

I like the fact that this isn't just about convenience but also about values. By switching to a subscription, you can cut down on plastic waste, avoid the clutter of traditional cleaning products, and never run out of detergent when you need it. There's also the benefit of complete control over the frequency and delivery, so you can tailor it to your household without feeling locked in. Oh, and get a better price when you subscribe too, rather than making one-off purchases.

This looks like a practical, eco-friendly subscription that simplifies everyday chores and helps support a more sustainable lifestyle, and is next on my list to look into joining!

Final thoughts

I'm not surprised that the subscription box trend continues to boom. Eco-friendly options like those above make life easier and reduce waste. Whether you're simplifying cleaning routines or supporting sustainable brands, choosing subscriptions can help to make your life easier and more eco-friendly.

Also, you can usually save money when signing up for a subscription, as they'll often give you a more favourable price.

It's always helpful to think about whether you'll use everything included, and by choosing services that align with your values and routine, you're making a smart, eco-conscious choice.