10 Startups Based On Ecommerce Subscription Model

 According to a research conducted by McKinsey & Company, the ecommerce subscription market saw 100% growth rate year over year between 2011 to 2016. The growth rate is bound to increase in the years to come as the ecommerce subscription model satisfies many requirements of today’s consumer.

 One such requirement is of convenience. Be it baby boomers, generation x, xennials, millennials, or generation z, convenience is the first and foremost requirement across different age groups. The subscription ecommerce model brings value and convenience in following ways:

- Once a buyer subscribes, there is no need to place an order again.

- Online food subscription box enables the subscriber avoid food they are allergic to.

- The element of surprise is a welcome move as the subscriber may not know the content of the box.

 To show you how entrepreneurs are using the subscription ecommerce model to satisfy the market demand, we have compiled a list of brands that teaches us important business lessons. In the list, we have mentioned different subscription ecommerce businesses that are operating in different industries such as cosmetics, fashion, personal care, dietary supplements, etc.

 

 Birchbox’s $10 per month subscription consists 5 beauty products. For a superior personalized experience, products are chosen after collecting information using a form. Each box that subscribers review fetches them points that they can eventually use to buy full sized products from Birchbox shop.

- Nominal subscription cost and free shipping

- Subscribers can earn points

 

 Founded in 2011, MyGlam was soon renamed to Ipsy. Ipsy brings you a box full of 5 beauty product samples for a subscription of $10 per month.

- Nominal subscription cost and free shipping

 

 What started as JustFab in 2010 turned into TechStyle Fashion Group, a subscription based online fashion store for women.

- New handbag and a pair of shoes every month

 Bombfell is a fashion subscription service directed towards men. The subscription box contents are selected by a personal stylist, who curate and handpick each item based on the profile of the subscriber.

- Personal stylist takes care of the subscription box

- Carefully curated and handpicked apparels are sent

 

 Co-founded by famous hollywood celebrity, Jessica Alba, The Honest Company sells non-toxic products for personal care. From diapers to baby wipes to home cleaning, healthcare and wellness products, The Honest Company clearly lets parents take care of their kids and their home in a safe and affordable manner.

 

- Eco-friendly and nontoxic family products

 

 A subscription service focused towards making things easier for women during their periods.

- Automated system monitors ovulation and menstrual cycle

- Subscriber gets tampons, pads and liners before periods start

- They also send chocolates

 

 Previously known as Nootrobox, HVMN (pronounced human) is a subscription based wellness firm that focuses on improving human cognitive abilities. It is done by creating well-researched nootropics that can help customers focus better and be more attentive during work.

- Chewable coffee cubes

- Ketone Ester Superfuel

- Helps mental focus and boost in energy

 

 To help consumers take care of themselves in a better way, Multiply Labs creates customized supplements in pills as per the subscription.

- High-quality ingredients

- Capsules are made through cutting-edge technology

- Trial pack costs one dollar

 

 When it comes to taking care of your pampered pooches, BarkBox ensured tight schedules shouldn’t bother you and your dog. Every subscription box consists of at least 2 toys, 2 bags of all-natural treats and a chew.

- BarkBox follows a theme every month

- All the toys, treats and chews are different every month

 

 No more generic dog feeds that are far from their claimed nutritional value. The Farmer’s Dog brings healthy pet food right at their customer’s doorstep.

- Customized food for dogs depending on their breed, age and many other health factors

- The meals are home cooked and offer high-quality ingredients

 Ecommerce subscription model has gained a quick traction and the number of consumers is also increasing multi-fold. From key highlights, one can guess the secret ingredient responsible for the success of the above-mentioned brands â€" personalization and customer-first approach.