Energy Drink
Energy Drink Subscriptions: How They Work and What to Check Before You Sign Up
Running out of cans halfway through a run of shifts is a pain. A subscription is one way round it.
An energy drink subscription sends you the same order on a set schedule, usually every few weeks, and charges you each time it ships. You pick the pack once. After that it turns up on its own. The good ones let you pause, skip or cancel online without ringing anyone.
How an energy drink subscription works
Most of them run the same way.
- You choose a pack size and how often it comes.
- You pay for the first order at checkout.
- The next order is charged and sent on the schedule, until you change it.
- You manage it online: move a date, skip one, or stop it.
Some brands bill monthly. Others bill every 4 weeks, which works out to 13 deliveries a year instead of 12. Neither is wrong. Know which one you're signing up to.
Six things to check before you sign up
1. The delivered price
Look for the price with shipping included. A shipping charge on every delivery adds up over a year. If you can't see the shipping until the last page of checkout, take note.
2. How often it comes
Work out how many cans you actually drink before you pick a schedule. There's a quick way to do it below.
3. How you cancel
You should be able to cancel the same way you signed up: online, in a few taps. If the terms say you have to ring up, or give weeks of notice, think twice.
The consumer guarantees under Australian Consumer Law still apply to whatever turns up at your door. The ACCC explains them in its guide to consumer rights and guarantees.
4. Whether you can pause or skip
Shift work doesn't run to a neat calendar. There's leave, a roster change, a week when you're off site. A good subscription lets you skip one delivery or push the date back without cancelling the lot.
5. What the first-order offer really is
Plenty of subscriptions sweeten the first order. Read the conditions. Is it first order only? One per customer? Do you have to stay on for a set number of deliveries? Fine if it's spelled out up front. Not fine if you find it on your third bill.
6. What happens if a can turns up damaged
Cans get knocked about in transit. Check there's a clear way to report it, and what the brand will do about it. Read the refund policy before you need it.
How many cans do you need every 4 weeks?
Start with one a day on shift days. Many cans carry a daily limit on the label, so stick to it.
| Shifts a week | Cans every 4 weeks |
|---|---|
| 3 | 12 |
| 4 | 16 |
| 5 | 20 |
| 6 | 24 |
If your number lands between pack sizes, take the next one up and skip a delivery when cans start piling up. Cans keep for a while, and here's how long energy drinks last. A subscription you keep skipping is a sign the schedule's too fast.
Timing matters as much as the count. Our guide to how long caffeine lasts helps you set a cut-off for your roster.
Is an energy drink subscription worth it?
It suits you if you drink the same thing most shift days and the servo run is a habit you'd rather drop. It's less useful if you only have one now and then, or you like trying something different every week.
The win is boring. The cans are in the fridge before the shift starts, and you never have to think about it. That matters most on the long days, when the afternoon slump hits and the last thing you want is a detour.
Buying for a whole crew? Our crib room fridge checklist works out the numbers for a team.
How the TILT subscription works
TILT is built for the back half of the shift. You stay locked in and switched on to the end of it. No crash, no jitters. Here's how the slab subscription runs.
- $81.99 every 4 weeks, delivered. Free shipping, Australia wide.
- Your first slab comes with a Bonus Mixed 8 Pack. One per customer, while this batch lasts.
- Pause, skip or cancel online, anytime.
- Dispatched within 24 hours, Mon to Fri.
- 100-Day Money-Back Guarantee.
Start your slab subscription. Running a crew? The Crew Box is the same idea, sized for 3 to 4 people.
FAQ
How does an energy drink subscription work?
You choose a pack and how often it comes, and pay for the first order at checkout. After that, each order is charged and sent on the schedule until you pause, skip or cancel it.
Can I cancel an energy drink subscription anytime?
It depends on the brand, so read the terms before you sign up. Look for a subscription you can cancel online, the same way you started it. TILT's can be paused, skipped or cancelled online, anytime.
How often do energy drink subscriptions deliver?
Usually monthly or every 4 weeks. Every 4 weeks works out to 13 deliveries a year rather than 12. TILT delivers every 4 weeks.
Do I pay shipping on an energy drink subscription?
Some subscriptions charge shipping on every delivery, so check the delivered price before you sign up. TILT has free shipping, Australia wide.
How many energy drinks should I order every 4 weeks?
Start with one a day on shift days, and stay within the daily limit on the label. Five shifts a week is about 20 cans every 4 weeks. Six is about 24.
Built for the shift. See TILT.
For the label readers: 105.6mg of natural caffeine and 198mg of L-theanine in a 330ml can, 3.7g of sugar and 18 calories. No artificial colours or preservatives. Every ingredient and milligram is printed on the can. Contains caffeine. Not recommended for children, pregnant or lactating women, or individuals sensitive to caffeine. Consume no more than 1 can per day.