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ButcherBox is a popular meat subscription service known for its emphasis on 100% grass-fed, pasture-raised Australian beef. Grass-fed beef is said to be higher in antioxidants, vitamins and healthy fatty acids since it's pastured and its meat products are not raised on feedlots. Some say grass-fed beef has a purer, beefier taste, too. Australian beef is one of the most highly regulated in the world.
The company also offers heritage-breed pork and free-range, humanely raised organic chicken, with no antibiotics or added hormones. The company also highlights that it works with "the best possible meat processing facilities."
All meats arrive vacuum-packed and frozen, and shipping is free. Subscribers can also choose to have deliveries every two, four, six or eight weeks, depending on their household needs.
Who is it for:
Those who eat enough meat to warrant a subscription but want to avoid a grocery store or high-end butcher. Butcher Box starts at $179 per month for up to 21 pounds of protein, so it's slightly more expensive than Good Chop, but it offers just as much variety and high quality. As a bonus, the company is usually running some sort of promotion, like free steak for the life of your subscription.
Who should avoid it:
ButcherBox is best for those who don't mind a recurring subscription. If you're looking for a one-time purchase or want to send the box as a gift, consider the following options. However, if you want to cash in on the new subscriber discounts, you can easily cancel your subscription later, but you'd also lose the promotional perk you started your subscription with.