Fruit For Thought Gift Box Review + Coupon – May 2017

While I appreciate the honest review, a refreshing breath of air after some companies just getting glowing reviews no matter what. Like Kloverbox who was deleting any negative feedback and only sent boxes to reviewers that didn’t really represent what paying subscribers got or the lack of CS paying customers received. I think the smaller sub box companies cannot compete with boxes like FFF or PS where you get an extreme value for paying very little. You can’t sub to the box expecting a great value, i think it’s a very well thought out theme and everything in the box coordinates with that theme, unlike PS. I subbed to My Texas Market and their boxes barely met the cost of the box plus shipping, but I loved them because of the thought behind the items in the boxes and the hand written notes, individually wrapped items, it was fun to get.

Definitely a cute idea, and I can see the appeal but I would be very disappointed if I had spent that much money. This personally seems like a 19.99 box. Subscription box’s exist for a few reasons, they are either value box’s (items you can buy yourself but you get them at a greatly discounted price), exclusive items (things that are hand made by that person/company like nerdy post) or box’s like GlobeIn, where part of the cost is going to artisans in far off places that they are sourcing and/or part of the cost goes to charity. A box like this that ends up being below or at cost with items you can easily source yourself just makes no sense to me. Just my 2 cents, definitely not for me.

I’m more of a ‘quality over quantity’ person, but I can see how all the little things would be fun to open, especially with a cute theme like fruit. I wouldn’t expect a box about fruit to be really serious or luxe. I’d expect it to feel light and fun, which it does.

It might have helped if the filler items related more to the Etsy items. For example, an inexpensive bowl to hold the popcorn, rather than a cup. Or a lipstick case to hold the lip balm instead of a pouch. While it would be more expensive, a tart warmer to go with the melts would have added a lot to the box, and there are several Etsy sellers that sell the tea light kind, and probably Ali Express has the electric ones. The curation could be a little more coordinated as an experience; the fruit theme does not need to be the only unifying factor.

I think the reviewer’s estimates were too low on some items, but $48 does seem like a high price for what you get. It might add to the perceived value to have more information about the Etsy sellers. What inspires them, what kind of supplies/ingredients they work with, etc. Even if this can’t go on the insert, highlight them on social media. Maybe ask them for cards or inserts to put in the box, or see if they want to offer a discount to subscribers.

As a designer, I do think the insert could be more professionally designed. Let me know if you want some tips for improving it. (I’ve rambled enough here already!) The box has a lot of potential, it could just use a little more polish.

People subscribe to boxes for many different reasons, some people want a bargain and some people are looking to discover new things. This isn’t the box for someone who expects 3-4 times the retail value of the price they paid. This box is for people who want an experience, to receive a box of fruity items would be fun to open. I think this box probably breaks even with the retail value vs the price we pay for the sub. I can see how some people wouldn’t like it, but if you’ve been subbing to boxes for years, you’re probably tired of the same old thing and this would be something different and fun. I’m sorry I missed their grab bags! If they ever do an apricot theme (strange favorite fruit, I know) I will sign up in a heartbeat!

I do not subscribe to this box, but I have followed along as the owner Pamela, a longtime MSA Forum member, came up with the idea, canvassed active Forum members for ideas and opinions, and then launched her box.

This box as I see it is providing fun fruity novelty items. The point is to introduce the subscriber to smaller vendors.

There are boxes where you pay X and get two or three times X back in terms of Retail Value which is often the case for Luxe boxes.

But sometimes a box is about novelty/fun/experience. Many of the book sub boxes/tea time sub boxes/Etsy or small batch sub boxes fall under this category where you don’t get a really high RV in a box.

I usually go for Luxe boxes with good per box RV. However I also get Wonderful Objects because I enjoy the experience of that box. The RV in that particular box is not really the point.

Just my thoughts!

For a box that’s at the same price point actually even higher because shipping price is included I kinda expected more. The products look like something from Alli express that was bought in bulk but in this case it’s etsy shops. I thought it was listed in the terms and conditions on this site that sub box owners couldn’t have an account or respond or something like that, so I’m a little surprised the owner for this box is replying away.

All in all this box needs help a LOT of it, and at this price point I don’t think I would subscribe maybe at $10 a month I would.

This review is harsh.

This box is handmade box with extra bonus items and should not be compared to other boxes in the same price range unless it’s the same type of box.

The values seem off. The valued on this review seem low. $3 For a bracelet? I seriously doubt it. The lotion seems like it’s valued low. It should be valued at over $10. I can’t go to a farmer’s market and get a lotion for $6. Pinapple cup for $1? I ‘ve seen these sell for at least $8 at home stores. The pinapple coin purse should at least be valued at $6

If anyone has not tried wax tarts they make the house smell so much better then candles. They also last a long time. Hand made wax tarts in a package like this sell for $5 on the low end up to $10 once again unrealistic values on this review.

This box might not be for everyone yet it’s still a cute box an d good value if the values are based on real values.

As far as as any one calling this box cheap and not liking it. Obviously this box is not for you. Maybe you need to stick to pop sugar or fab for fun and not subscribe to unique handmade boxes.

I think this box is super cute! You can definitely see the value – and I love that they support small business and independent artisans for their products! Maybe other people are more used to seeing $40-$50 candles and think “wow, what a deal” because they have a big name corporate brand on them – but these items are unique and handcrafted which is part of the charm!

I am OK with the review, but this box is not a hot mess, unprofessional, or sloppy. The care that is taken each month is evident. The individually wrapped gift is always well-wrapped and fun to open. The items have been varied and mostly support Etsy shop owners. This box always makes me happy. Do I love every item? Of course not, but over the months I have also found several items I have purchased more of for friends (cotton candy, pedicure kits, caramel). If May’s box doesn’t please you, I’ll bet June’s will.

Aww, the little pineapple coin purse is my favorite part of this box! Post it on the swap site if you won’t use it!! 🙂 That is the type of thing that always cheers me up. (But I’ve never, ever owned a typical wallet because I find them to be too boring.)

I love crazy flavored popcorn! I’m going to have to hit up that etsy shop!

I reviewed his box when it first came out and it was a fantastic mix of products but this box seems cheap, hopefully they can make better decisions in the future. 5 star reviews are great and all but value speaks louder than words.

Additionally, I like the fact that at least one of the items in each box is gift wrapped. It makes it feel extra special to open! Or it’s ready to give as a gift, if you prefer.

Although I have not yet received my May box and cannot comment on it specifically, i can say that in general this is a wonderful box and one of my favorites. I have been a subscriber since the beginning, and it is one of my favorites. Do i love every single item? No, but every item in every box matches the theme (which is a lot more than most boxes can say) and every box has more items that i do love than that I don’t (again, more than most boxes can say). Additionally, customer service is absolutely outstanding — I have never waited more than an hour or so for Pamela to respond to an email, even if the response is that she needs to do some research and will get back to me. As far as postage goes, in the very beginning she went out of her way to work out a special deal for me since my postage would have been extremely high (I live in Colorado and am far from where she ships from). i don’t remember the exact deals, but it again shows her care and concern for her customers. Will she go out of business? I hope not! I do know from discussions and posts on the MSA Forums that she gave this box a great deal of thought and planning before she went ahead and started it, so she did not go into it without considering the risk involved.

I loved their mystery boxes too!

I wish they’d bring back their mystery bags. I was so sad I missed the last one.

I’m sorry you guys feel this way. If you look up the items online you will see the values are higher than noted here. On Cratejoy we have 18 five star reviews from customers that love our box and we have been very successful for a year now. Shipping cost is actual shipping, and not included in the value of the box. There are some inexpensive “filler” items, but otherwise we pride ourselves in offering mostly handmade items so the value is in the theme, the curation and getting handcrafted items.

I can’t believe they have been in business a year. This box looks terribly unprofessional. Even the wrapping paper on the box looks sloppy.

Another Johnny-come-lately jumper on the sub box bandwagon that will go out of business in two months.

A Hot MESS!