No matter how organised you are, toilet paper has a way of keeping a permanent place on your to-do list. Whether you’re lugging home a bulk pack on sale or paying top dollar because you’re down to your last roll, it’s a household essential you can’t afford to forget.
But what if you never had to think about it again?
That’s the beauty of toilet paper subscriptions. They save you time, spare you unexpected price spikes and ensure you’re never caught short. Curious how subscription services stack up against your current routine? Let’s take a closer look at your new favourite household hack.
The cost-benefit breakdown of toilet paper subscriptions
A toilet paper subscription does more than save time — it can help you save money without sacrificing quality. With average costs of $1.42 to $1.92 per roll, subscriptions might seem pricier than store brand TP, which can retail for as little at $0.25.
But here’s the catch: cheap toilet paper rolls can come with a different kind of cost. Thinner, less durable rolls mean reaching for more sheets every time — so you use (and buy) more in the long run.
Add in the hidden costs of store trips — gas, time and all those in aisle temptations — and those so called savings can vanish quickly.
A toilet paper subscription keeps things simple: consistent pricing, zero surprises and one less thing on your to do list.
Is the convenience of toilet paper subscriptions worth it?
Few things cause a panic quite like running out of toilet paper. But having rolls show up like clockwork? That’s convenience at its best.
With automated deliveries, it’s all set and forget. Just like your pet food subscription keeps tails wagging and those handy meal kits take the guesswork out of dinner, a toilet paper subscription makes for one less household essential to worry about.
Subscriptions eliminate the stress of running out by delivering essentials straight to your door — no heavy lifting, no last minute store runs.
Even better, they’re flexible. Have rolls piling up in the closet? Burn through them faster than expected? Most toilet paper subscription services let you adjust quantities or tweak delivery schedules. Just make sure to pick one that suits your needs — not all subscriptions offer the same level of control.
Additional considerations for exploring the ideal subscription for you
Doorstep toilet paper delivery? Easy. Figuring out which toilet paper subscription wins on price, softness, and sustainability? That’s a little more work. But don’t worry, we’ve got a checklist of things for you to think about.
Toilet paper quality
If you’ve ever faced the misery of a scratchy 1-ply roll 1-ply roll, you know quality matters.
Fortunately, subscription toilet paper services often stand out with higher quality rolls, thanks to 3ply thickness and premium materials like bamboo or recycled fibres. The result? Softer, thicker and more durable rolls that make every bathroom visit a bit more pleasant — plus fewer sheets used, fewer roll changes needed and no scratchy surprises.
Environmental impact
When it comes to traditional toilet paper production, the environmental cost is staggering — think deforestation, depleted water resources and heaps of plastic waste. Over 1 million trees are cut down every day to produce rolls that are used once and flushed away. No, thanks.
Eco-conscious subscription services are helping to turn that story around. Many use sustainable materials like bamboo or recycled paper, cutting down the need for virgin tree pulp. They also ship in eco-friendly packages, eliminating single use plastics and reducing unnecessary waste.
By consolidating deliveries, these services also help lower transportation emissions, proving that convenience and caring for the planet can go hand in hand.
What’s the true ROI of toilet paper subscriptions?
A toilet paper subscription delivers more than just rolls to your door — it’s a smarter way to save time, money, and a little bit of sanity. Let’s scrunch the numbers.
The average person spends 43 minutes per grocery shopping trip and visits the store 1.6 times per week, or about 83 trips per year. Now, with costs of $162 per shopping trip, those numbers add up fast. And if you’re shopping while hungry, you can tack on an average of $26 more — whoops.
With a subscription service like Who Gives A Crap, you skip the store altogether. Say you subscribe to a 48-pack of bamboo toilet paper with a delivery schedule of every 3 months. Your family of four doesn’t have to worry about running out of TP, and you’ve potentially saved yourself four shopping trips during the year. Not too shabby!
The best subscriptions prioritise sustainability, convenience and quality
Not to toot our own horn, but Who Gives A Crap’s subscription service really is the whole package: flexibility, sustainability and social impact all rolled into one.
Our subscriptions are super flexible. Need more rolls in a pinch? We’ve got you. All stocked up? No problem — just hit pause whenever you want. Our subscriptions are designed to fit your life.
And while convenience is great, making a difference is even better. Our premium 100% bamboo toilet paper loves the planet and your bum in equal measure. And while you’re wiping, we’re working — 50% of our profits go towards building toilets and providing clean water to communities in need.
So, you’re not just getting eco-friendly toilet paper sent straight to your door — you’re creating meaningful change with every roll.
Conclusion: The subscription advantage
When it comes to toilet paper subscriptions, value is about more than just dollars — it’s about sense.
With Who Gives A Crap’s 100% premium bamboo toilet paper, you get consistency, convenience, and a high-quality product delivered to your door. Our eco-friendly subscriptions keep your household stocked and stress-free without the hassle of last-minute store runs.
And the best part? Every roll helps fund clean water and sanitation projects. It’s a simple switch that makes perfect sense.