Want a fresh date night without leaving the sofa? DateFactory is a South African “date-in-a-box” service that plans, packs, and couriers a complete, themed night for two straight to your door in discreet packaging.

Launched in 2016, the team drops new themes frequently so you’re never stuck with the same old dinner and a movie rut. Typical boxes promise “something to drink, something to eat and something to do,” designed to give you around two hours of easy, playful connection at home.

Most themed boxes start at about R550, with popular options like “The Italian Job,” “Take a Minute and Win It,” “Honeymoon Time,” and a spicier “Let’s get Raunchy!” range if you want to turn up the heat.

You won’t know everything inside until you open it, which keeps the surprise alive. The activities are crafted to spark laughs and conversation, not stress; you set the spice level yourselves. For many couples, especially parents, this is a babysitter-free way to reconnect without logistics, traffic, or the bill shock of a night out.

To make your at-home date night shine, set the scene before you open the box. Add a tiny bit of theatre, dress up even if it’s just smart casual, so it feels different to any other evening.