Review

KiwiCo Checked by Vetteroo review

Parents of curious kids.

We check it out so you don’t have to.

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What it is
Monthly STEM and art project crates for kids from babies to teens
Best for
Parents who want hands-on projects delivered
Price
About $24-$30 a crate
Prices checked
October 31, 2026

We researched KiwiCo's official pricing, terms, product pages, help pages and outside reviews. We haven't used KiwiCo ourselves, so this is a research-based review, not a hands-on test.

Who it’s best for

  • Parents of curious kids.
  • Grandparents buying gifts.
  • Homeschool families.

Who should skip it

  • Probably not the best fit for kids who lose interest in crafts quickly.

How it works day to day

This part draws on KiwiCo’s own product pages, help center and documentation, read October 31, 2026 (listed under Sources). We haven’t used KiwiCo ourselves.

Sign up, start the trial or free tier, and cancel before renewal if it is not for you.

Key features in use

  • Age-based crates
  • STEM projects
  • Art projects
  • Gift plans
  • Store

Setup and learning curve

None.

Integrations

None.

Support

Email, chat or phone; see its site.

Real-world use cases

  • After school
  • Homeschool
  • Gifts
  • Rainy days

What it costs

Prices checked October 31, 2026, from KiwiCo’s own pricing page unless noted. Prices change often, so check the official page before you buy.

  • Outside price checks and its help pages list crates from about $24 to $30 each depending on plan length, with free US shipping.
  • Its terms and return-policy help page explain returns; prepaid non-renewing plans are not refundable.

What we like

  • Tested by Reviewed.
  • Trustpilot 3.6 from 5,024.
  • Lines for each age.
  • Free US shipping.

What to watch for

  • Costs add up monthly.
  • Younger kids need adult help.
  • Prepaid plans not refundable.
  • Some crates are more craft than science.

The fine print

  • Plans renew automatically; cancel before the renewal date if you do not want to be charged again.
  • Kids should use kits with an adult nearby; check the age range on each product.

The main alternative: Lovevery

Lovevery is a play-kit rival for young kids.

What it costs: Kit subscription

Pick KiwiCo if you…

  • want STEM projects.
  • want lines for older kids.
  • want one-off store items.

Pick Lovevery if you…

  • want toddler play kits.
  • want Montessori-style toys.
  • want a different plan.

Our take

KiwiCo is a well-tested project subscription; choose a plan length you can cancel and know the refund limits.

Side by side

CompanyBest forStarting priceTrial / refund
KiwiCo Checked by VetterooParents who want hands-on projects deliveredAbout $24-$30 a crateSee its return policy
LoveveryStage-based play kits for young kidsKit subscriptionNone

From our company records. Check the official pages for current prices.

What we checked

  • KiwiCo's pricing, product pages and terms, read October 31, 2026
  • KiwiCo's Trustpilot profile, read October 31, 2026
  • Lovevery's details: read on its official pages on October 31, 2026 (comparison only; not reviewed)
  • The other official and outside pages listed under Sources (links checked October 31, 2026)

Sources

How we review

We read the company's own terms, test the sign-up or booking steps where we can, and compare it with alternatives. A commission never changes what we write. Read our disclosure.

Disclosure: Some links on this page are affiliate links. If you buy through them, we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. We only recommend things we believe are useful. Read our full disclosure.