Loot Crate alternatives that don't suck in 2026

Loot Crate filed for bankruptcy in 2019, got acquired in 2020, and has slowly clawed back its quality since. In 2026 it's roughly fine — but not the only good option. If you've been burned before, here's what else is out there.

1. My Geek Box (best for UK / EU readers)

UK-based, ships globally but cheapest within Europe. Smaller licensed catalog than Loot Crate but heavier on exclusives — items you can't get anywhere else. £26/month for 5-6 items. Their Marvel and DC themed boxes are the standouts.

2. Humble Choice (if you mostly want games, not collectibles)

Different product, similar value prop: $12/month gets you 8 games per month, keep them forever. If your goal is loot-box-style anticipation but you're more into video games than figurines, this is the better deal. Pro tip: pause your subscription between months — you keep your discount but skip unappealing months.

3. 1Up Box (if you want focused single-fandom boxes)

Newer subscription, focused themes. Some months are pure Studio Ghibli, some are pure Persona, etc. $32/month, 4-5 items. Quality is consistent because they only pick licenses they have deep partnerships with. Downside: if you don't love that month's theme, you'll hate the box.

What to avoid

Subscription boxes from new-in-2024 brands without a track record. The category is full of dropshipped junk dressed up as 'curated.' If a box doesn't list its previous month spoilers + reviews on a third-party site, don't subscribe.