It would be nice if we were able to give our preferences and you can match it up to our likes and dislikes better. Surprise us with things that we would actually use.
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At Porch Pirates, we believe shopping should be exciting. That’s why we’ve created a unique mystery box experience where every order is a surprise waiting to be opened. Our boxes are filled with a wide variety of authentic merchandise sourced from major retailers and overstock, liquidation, and customer-return inventory. Every box is assembled by hand, making each one a one-of-a-kind experience. Whether you’re hoping to discover electronics, gaming gear, designer accessories, home goods, toys, beauty products, collectibles, or everyday essentials, every mystery box offers the excitement of the unknown. Many customers enjoy sharing their unboxing experiences online, and we’ve built an enthusiastic community around the thrill of discovering what’s inside. We are committed to transparency and customer service. Every product is sold as part of a mystery experience, and customers know exactly what they’re purchasing—a sealed mystery box with randomized contents. We clearly communicate our policies before purchase and continually work to improve our customer experience based on feedback. Since launching, Porch Pirates has fulfilled thousands of orders for customers across the United States while also operating a retail location where shoppers can experience our mystery boxes in person. Whether you’re buying for yourself, searching for a unique gift, or simply enjoy the excitement of surprise, our goal is to deliver an experience that’s fun, memorable, and different from traditional online shopping. Our team appreciates every customer who chooses to shop with us, and we remain dedicated to providing responsive support, fair policies, and an exciting mystery box experience with every order.
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I received two boxes
I received two boxes. Most of the stuff was opened. Perfume had spilt all over. I will not be able to sell most of what was in the two boxes. I may just have gotten an unlucky draw.
I feel the box could have had more in…
I feel the box could have had more in it, in all the videos I have seen people’s boxes were full. But not bad overall
Wasn’t very much in the 3 boxes I…
Wasn’t very much in the 3 boxes I bought and the value was from temu or dollar store. Nothing worth more than $20 . Honestly even if it was worth $20. Very cheap things in the boxes. Sorry to be so brutal honest. But I bought 3 boxes so you would think one out of 3 boxes I’d got something worth at least $50 . Was not there. Hopefully you read reviews and make things better. Good luck
I’ve purchased two boxes so far and was…
I’ve purchased two boxes so far and was impressed by the value and quality of the items. My first box cost $69.99 and included about $286 worth of merchandise. Everything was useful and easy to resell. I also had an address issue, and customer support resolved it quickly. Great service overall I’ll definitely be ordering again.
Unfortunately much worse than I…
Unfortunately much worse than I anticipated. Ordered a skincare and beauty box with clearly used items. Also ordered a traditional mystery box with blue tape and received several empty bags and opened items. The smell of some was strong and unpleasant. Literally a box of amazon returns that people did not want due to poor quality. Very expensive for terrible items.
1 star. Save your money.
I paid over $30 for the Scallywag Mystery Box after seeing the Switch 2 promotion. What I received: a 1:24 scale Ford Bronco with a wheel snapped off, a pack of painting pads for a tool I don't own, an HDMI cable, a package of men's Medium underwear, and soap dispenser heads with no bottles. No bottles. Just the heads.
The Bronco arrived damaged. I repaired it with super glue. The whole box would retail for maybe $15 to $20 if you bought this stuff on Temu, which is almost certainly where it came from.
The "1 in 72 boxes contains a Nintendo Switch 2" framing exists to make you feel like you're playing a game with real odds. You are not. You are paying premium prices for warehouse liquidation and shelf-pull junk dressed up as a fun experience. The randomness is the product. The contents are an afterthought.
I won't be ordering again and I'd strongly encourage anyone reading this to think carefully before handing over $50 for a box of items someone else didn't want.
Easy ordering
Easy ordering, prompt delivery, well packaged, and useful items. I will definitely order again.
This was my 1st mystery box ever
This was my 1st mystery box ever. Totally enjoyed it. My sister was with me at the unboxing and then she ordered her own!
Not quick but decent quality
Took a bit to get it shipped but overall it was great. Mostly smaller stuff that can be bundled but works for what I need! Will order again
Fun box
I love mystery boxes and this was a fun one. I will probably get another but will likely get a bigger box so I can get the pirate hat and eye patch. Arghhh!!
Shipping was lightning-fast
Shipping was lightning-fast - my silver tape apple chance mystery box arrived 2 days ahead of schedule. No apple item this time, but i received a full face snorkel mask and a travel backpack - plus over a dozen other useful items. I'm so glad I ordered this as a subscription! Thank you Porch Pirates!
It was a great first experience.
It was a great first experience.. I was looking forward to seeing a LV bag 🤗 but knew my chances were slim. The box was soaked from sitting in the rain all day but it was good.
Surprise Yourself … It is fun!
I liked the many little surprises that I received.Some products were not for me but I donated them. Everything was useful and I felt my money was well spent.
Got 2 boxes and will be getting more
Got 2 boxes and will be getting more. I was so impressed with the amount of items I got as well as the fact they are things that are sellable not junk. My first box was 69.99 and I got $ 286 worth of merchandise the second one was 59.99 and I got $ 383 worth of merchandise. Will do this again. Had a mishap with my address was able to get a hold of someone and they fixed it immediately sending it out to me right away. Thank you for your exceptional service.
It's a fun mystery surprise!
It is always fun doing mystery boxes and it adds to the excitement having the chance to win a big item prize! I think it's awesome porch pirates adds this extra mystery to an already fun experience!
The boxes were interesting
The boxes were interesting. A little surprised that some of the clothing items were dingy looking. All in all they were okay.
Good variety of things just not enough…
Good variety of things just not enough resell value.
I love that I won a Michael Kors purse…
I love that I won a Michael Kors purse but I received some really nice other things too. The lady I talked to on the phone was super nice and I like the idea of supporting small businesses.
I had alot of toilet cleaning items in…
I had alot of toilet cleaning items in the boxes. I ordered 4 and all of them had almost the same items.
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