44 Best Cheap Gift Ideas Under $25

This salad pod is cleverly designed to keep your greens and your dressing separate and features two ways to open so you can eat right out of it.

This cute little water-resistant pouch can be monogrammed for free; a special touch that makes this gift feel more expensive than it is.

If they love to take selfies, this sticky phone mount will let them do so from just about anywhere.

For a sentimental gift under $25, we recommend these beautifully designed photo books that look like personal magazines, curated by you for them.

This affordable duo of Prada-inspired shades look effortlessly cool. And, at about $3 a pair, they’re a cheap gift that packs a punch.

A milk frother is an unexpectedly convenient tool to have around the house, and it can make a frothy latte or cappuccino that tastes closer to what they’d find at the café.

Chef David Chang, the founder of Momofuku, did one of the best things he could for his line of restaurants: make the ingredients he uses available to purchase. This soy sauce and tamari combo pack is easy on the wallet but big on the taste buds.

Socks are a universal gift. This colorfully patterned pick will make anyone smile. Soft but not too thick, Bombas’ Calf Socks features a honeycomb arch to help support their feet all day long.

The Aztec Clay Mask has been called “the world’s most powerful facial.” It can be mixed with water, but it works best with some apple cider vinegar.

Molly Baz’s line of inventive mayos is just what any sandwich lover needs. This one is an ode to Italian American giardiniera, with Calabrian chilies, hot cherry peppers, and pickled veg.

This gift is two in one: a fun task to build and decor they can display all year round.

Okay, this looks nothing like a Labubu, but it’s silly and cute nonetheless. A great little monster for them to cuddle with.

Cheerie Lane makes all-in-one flavored popcorn pods in a variety of classic and inventive flavors. The perfect gift for the popcorn aficionado.

These peanut butter flavored bubbles will provide endless delight for any dog lover and their pup. There’s also a catnip version for kitty owners.

A stovetop coffee maker, or Moka pot, is the perfect gift for the lovers of strong coffee on your list. This one costs much less than most yet still produces rich brews. That’s why it’s the budget pick in our best stovetop espresso maker guide.

You’ve never seen press-ons quite like these from brand Never Have I Ever. Choose from the most unique styles, including options with real spikes, bows, and jewels.

This card game is unlike any they’ve played before. Its three carefully crafted levels of questions spark connections and stimulate reflective conversations. They’ll leave the game making friends out of strangers or diving deeper into their friendships.

This sleep mask is under $10 and is our top budget pick in our guide to the best sleep mask. It’s a great gift for anyone who could use a better night’s sleep.

As seen on TikTok, these tiny microphones are portable and let you record just about anything, anywhere.

Cameo offers tons of personalized video options for under $25. You can have Santa (full disclosure: it may not be the real Santa), a cute kitten, celebrity lookalikes, and others create a personalized message for your loved one.

This tiny waffle maker is perfect for single-serving breakfasts or meal prep. We ranked it our favorite miniature waffle maker in this guide. It’s compact for confined spaces, heats up in a few minutes, and has a non-stick surface that’s easy to clean.

What’s better than a gift they can eat? Tony’s makes some of our favorite (and most ethically produced) chocolate. This sweet treat will deliver daily delights to the chocolate lover who needs a pick-me-up.

Nostalgia lovers will enjoy playing analog Tetris on this mini console, which doubles as a keychain or bag charm.

Sometimes a handwritten card is all you need to make an impact…and this one sure makes an impact. It’ll double as decor, and provide a sweet reminder of your thoughtfulness.

A silk pillowcase is a must for anyone who is particular about their hair. This one was the top budget pick in our guide to the best silk pillowcases.

This gift set comes with two sauces and two noodle kits. It makes for a substantial gift for any food lover.

Laneige’s hyper-successful Lip Sleeping Mask combines vitamin C, hyaluronic acid, minerals, antioxidants, and fruit extracts to form a protective layer over the lips to lock in moisture overnight.

Taylor Swift was spotted wearing these face tats, which look like sparkling freckles.

This puzzle will slowly unravel the clues to a murder mystery. A great gift for puzzlers of all kinds.

Summer Fridays makes trendy (and delicious smelling) lip glosses that will feel like a little luxury.

How nice would it be if every time you lost something, you could find it within a few minutes? Use your smartphone to make the Tile Mate ring aloud, and you’ll be able to locate your keys or wallet using the sound.

When they scratch off a card from LottoLove, they won’t win any money. Instead, they “win” a charitable prize that’s donated to someone in need. There are four possible prizes, which help provide clean water, solar light, nutritious meals, or literacy tools. To date, LottoLove and its charitable partners have impacted lives in over 60 countries.

A classic cookbook makes a timeless and elegant gift. This one is a favorite, but Joy of Cooking and Mastering the Art of French Cooking are also great options.

For the giftee who likes to enjoy a drink and a cigar, this custom glass is the perfect gift. For a little extra, you can add their initials and make it extra special.

If they like Scrabble, they’ll love this word game that rewards creativity just as much as a wide vocabulary. Even better, it comes in an adorable banana-shaped pouch that’s easy to pack for trips or visits.

Baggu bags are popular for a reason — they come in over 40 fun prints and fold down to pretty much nothing, even though they can hold 50 pounds of stuff.

This beautiful journal is illustrated by famed chef Jacques Pepin and provides space for them to detail their dinner menus and the guests who attended.

Gifting beauty products like moisturizers and foundations can be challenging because everyone has specific skin types and shades. However, face mists are your best bet if they’re obsessed with skincare and need something refreshing. We can’t get enough of Mario Badescu, and its mists are no exception.

Whether they’re a cook or a plant lover, this indoor mason jar kit has everything they need to grow herbs at home.

For the giftee who likes things nice and tidy, this mini vacuum cleaner will ensure no dust graces their desk.

The days of constantly reheating their morning cup of coffee are over. This mug warmer sits perfectly on a desk and keeps their beverage of choice warm for hours.

Any burger fan will appreciate this little library of spices with everything you need (minus the meat) to make classic and unique burger recipes.

This chic catchall dish can be personalized with their initial, making for a luxe-feeling gift.

For the utilitarian, nothing makes a better gift than a great tool. This little knife from Opinel can be packed for hiking trips or simply used to slice up some cheese.