Reviews of calmbox
A few words from people who’ve invited a little more calm into their month.
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Carla M.
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3 month subscriber
Verified purchase
November 21, 2023
I am underwhelmed. Never tried a subscription box before. My first box (although damaged) had decent contents - I’m 3 in with 3 to go- will not renew- I find the selection of products disappointing. 3 tea bags, candies, cookies.. I was hoping for items to calm .. candles, essential oils, comfort items. The investment isn’t worth the return.
Response from calmbox
Hi Carla,
I'm sorry these boxes haven't felt worth it to you. Candles, essential oils, and comfort items are a regular part of what we send, so I'd hate for these few to be your whole impression of us — and I'd like to make the ones you have left feel more like what you were hoping for. Please email me at help@thecalmbox.com and I'll see what I can do.
— Sage, the calmbox team
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Pat D.
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2 month subscriber
Verified purchase
June 29, 2026
I really enjoyed some of the things in the first box, but my box for this month was the 21st n I'm still waiting. If it's going to be late you should let people know
Response from calmbox
Hi Pat,
I'm glad you enjoyed the first box! I think there may be a small mix-up on the date: the 21st is your renewal date, not a ship date — each month we renew on the 21st for the following month's box, so that charge is for the box still to come rather than one that's late. Happy to walk through your exact timing so you know when to expect it. Please email me at help@thecalmbox.com and I'll lay it all out for you.
— Sage, the calmbox team
Maureen D.
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1 month subscriber
Verified purchase
March 21, 2026
Very disappointed that I received a winter box the day before the first day of spring. Since I bought it as a gift for an April birthday, the winter theme is very inappropriate. Wish I can exchange it. It is a shame I wasn't able to choose the theme. Not worth the $40.
Response from calmbox
Hi Maureen,
I'm sorry — a winter box for an April birthday gift isn't the timing you needed, and I understand the frustration at not being able to line up the theme. I'd like to help make this gift right. Please email me at help@thecalmbox.com and I'll see what we can do.
— Sage, the calmbox team
Laura R.
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1 month subscriber
Verified purchase
January 7, 2026
Website is not customer friendly my box was subpar and definitely not worth what I pay a month. And it is extremely hard to cancel plus for a monthly subscription it should come monthly not every other
Response from calmbox
Hi Laura,
I'm sorry the box didn't measure up, and the every-other-month part sounds off — a monthly box should arrive monthly, so I'd like to check what's happening with your cadence. Please email me at help@thecalmbox.com and I'll look into your schedule and help with anything on the account side.
— Sage, the calmbox team
Nicole D.
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3 month subscriber
Verified purchase
December 17, 2025
I’ve received two boxes so far and, unfortunately, haven’t been that impressed with either. The box is a great idea. I just haven’t really liked/connected with the items in the boxes I’ve received so far.
Response from calmbox
Hi Nicole,
That's a fair way to put it — a great idea only works if the items actually land for you, and I'm sorry they haven't so far. I'd love to know what's missed, and I'm glad to swap out items that aren't connecting for ones that might. Please email me at help@thecalmbox.com anytime.
— Sage, the calmbox team
Jennifer T.
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8 month subscriber
Verified purchase
December 1, 2025
So, about 2 months after signing up for this, I learned that I am having allergic reactions to chemically made Fragrances/ Scents. Calmbox does not use quality EO's and the EO's contain "Fragrance" - another word for chemically made scents, or toxins... You can't cancel, you are stuck in the subscription. So, I am now paying over $30 a month for a box that I cannot use more than 1/2 the items.
Response from calmbox
Hi Jennifer,
I'm so sorry you're reacting to some of the scents — that's genuinely no fun, especially in a box meant to help you unwind. For what it's worth, our products use a mix of essential oils and fragrance oils depending on the item, and we make sure everything is safe for skin. But safe doesn't mean right for everyone, and you're not stuck: if the scented items aren't working for you and you'd like to cancel, just say the word — we're always glad to make an exception. Please email me at help@thecalmbox.com and I'll take care of you personally.
— Sage, the calmbox team
Diana D.
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1 month subscriber
Verified purchase
July 14, 2025
Definitely don't recommend this particular company.. my first box was received I had damaged item and I received a sand timer and a magnet waste of money...... I've looked into other companies similar to this and they offer much nicer items.. and when I sent a complaint all I was told was sorry will send you another cookie.. 😂 I don't want another cookie.....
Response from calmbox
Hi Diana,
I'm sorry your first box arrived with a damaged item — that's a rough start, and I'd like to properly make it right for you. Please email me at help@thecalmbox.com and I'll sort out a replacement for what came damaged and make sure this one's handled the way it should be.
— Sage, the calmbox team
Vanessa W.
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1 month subscriber
Verified purchase
June 21, 2025
My first box was not what I expected for the price. I can see the thought process but the execution was baaddd! The smell of the lotion and oil are not appealing and the box gave off "lectover" vibes.. The doodle book was nice though. My four daughters usually raid my other 3 subscription boxes and they didn't this one which let's me know there's a serious issue. The lip balm was given to my granddaughter because she ❤️ that kinda stuff. Just not worth the price
Response from calmbox
Hi Vanessa,
I'm sorry the first box didn't land — scents that don't appeal can throw off the whole thing, and I understand the letdown at that price. Since it's your first box, I'd like to swap what missed for items that suit you better. Please email me at help@thecalmbox.com and I'll make it right.
— Sage, the calmbox team
Marci K.
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3 month subscriber
Verified purchase
March 14, 2025
After reading the reviews I was excited to try this box, but after receiving my 2nd one I’m underwhelmed. For the price, I expected more. I’m starting to think the reviews are fake.
Response from calmbox
Hi Marci,
I'm sorry the second box left you underwhelmed — that's a real disappointment, and I promise the reviews are from real subscribers like you, yours included. I'd like the chance to change your mind. Please email me at help@thecalmbox.com and I'll see what I can do to make it right.
— Sage, the calmbox team
Margaret .
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1 month subscriber
Verified purchase
November 10, 2023
Box arrived quickly but not worth the money. Received 2 cookies, tea, a face mask and some inspirational quotes. Not at all what I was expecting and only worth about 1/2 of what I paid for it.
Response from calmbox
Hi Margaret,
I'm sorry this one didn't feel worth it — a box that comes up light on value is a genuine letdown, even when it arrives quickly. I'd like to make it right for you. Please email me at help@thecalmbox.com and I'll take a look.
— Sage, the calmbox team