The 38 Best Cheap Mother’s Day Gifts Under $25

Eachy Make Up Bag

Best for: The mom with upcoming travel plans

Upgrade your mom’s toiletry bag with this sleek and modern toiletry bag outfitted with several compartments to keep her well-organized. We also love how the bag’s flat design allows you to open it fully, no more digging for the concealer at the bottom bag, and its waterproof interior makes it easy to wipe clean. A real winner.

Anker Portable Charger

Best for: The mom who’s always on the go

This mighty 30 watt portable power bank has a built-in USB-C cord for an all-in-one solution. It’s compact, about the size of a credit card, and the ability to fully-charge an iPhone up to two times.

Joss & Main Handmade Ceramic Table Vase

Best for: The interior designer mom

Mom has great taste, which is why she’s sure to love this gorgeous, structurally unique vase. It’s only $22 but it looks way more expensive.

Benevolence LA Mama necklace

Best for: The mom who loves to accessorize

This dainty, yet, durable gold-plated necklace spells out the reason why your mom gets out of bed everyday: she is a mama, and is the reminder of the love and strength she possesses.

Barefoot Dreams CozyChic Socks

Best for: Mom who loves her creature comforts 

For the mom that loves all things cozy, these socks will become her new favorite pair. They’re made of Barefoot Dream’s fan-favorite CozyChic fabric, which is extra plush, soft, and never shrinks or pills.

Alleyoop Pen Pal

Best for: The mom who’s always on the go

Mom does it all. Make her days of multitasking a bit easier with this versatile and portable makeup tool. It’s the size of a pen, so it can fit just about anywhere, and includes an eye liner, lip liner, brow liner, and highlighter for easy touchups wherever she is and whatever she’s doing.

Goodr sunglasses

Best for: The mom who loves her shades

Made for running, these polarized Goodr sunglasses are non-slip and won’t slide down your face. They’re lightweight and delightfully affordable, running just $25 and are available in tons of frames choices and colors.

Workpro Aluminum Garden Tool Set

Best for: The mom with a green thumb

If your mom loves tending to her garden, refresh her gear with this floral print set which includes a trowel, rake, pruner, and gardening gloves.

Bee’s Wrap Reusable Beeswax Food Wraps

Best for: Sustainable moms

Help mom save money and keep plastic out of landfills with these eco-friendly food wrappers made of beeswax. These plastic-free wraps are pliable and come in three sizes, so she can shape them to cover all different types of foods– from small sandwiches to large bowls of salad. The wraps can be used for up to a year; when time’s up throw them in the compost or use them as fire starter.

Ubeezsize Phone Tripod

Best for: The mom on her content creation journey

Lean in to your mom’s endeavors to record her life with you and enhance her photography skills with a tabletop tripod. The Ubeesize Phone Tripod will keep her videos stable and smooth; it even includes a wireless remote control to capture group shots.

Dieux Forever Eye Mask

Best for: The skincare-obsessed mom

Eye masks are a great way to keep our undereyes looking vibrant and healthy. Instead of giving her a bunch of single-use patches, go for this one that can be used infinitely. She can apply any undereye product of her choosing and place the patches on top; they’re made of 100% medical grade silicone which locks in moisture, allowing whatever product she uses to fully sink in and leaving skin looking plump, hydrated, and glowy.

Time & Tru Hazel Satchel

Best for: The fashionista

Will she be more surprised that this trendy satchel came from Walmart or that it costs under $25? The mid-sized bag has a very of the moment faux leather woven design and converts into a crossbody.

LEGO Roses

Best for: LEGO-loving mom

Flowers are one of the most popular gifts on Mother’s Day, with the holiday being one of the busiest days in the floral industry. Honor that tradition in a unique way that’s special to your mom, with a duo of LEGO roses. Not only is this gift a fun activity, but once she’s done putting the pieces together she can show them off in a vase. They’ll last a lot longer than the freshly-cut kind.

Homesick Reading Nook Candle

Best for: The mom always found in her reading nook 

Candles are always a great gift, especially if they have a personal touch. This one, with scents of sandalwood and musk, is the perfect addition to her bedside table or reading nook (as it’s aptly named). This candle paired with her favorite book is a match made in heaven for a cozy night in.

Retro Point & Shoot Camera Phone Converter

Best for: Moms who can’t get the hang of the iPhone camera

Moms have a knack for documenting life’s special moments. But let’s face it, she’d much rather be doing so on a camera than on her iPhone. This nifty little accessory makes her smartphone look and feel more like a point and shoot camera. Once attached to her phone, the gadget connects to Bluetooth and she can snap away in a way that feels familiar to her, with all of the pictures still ending up on her iPhone for easy access.

PowerLix Milk Frother

Best for: The mom who always makes coffee at home

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 you’d find at the cafe. 

We’re huge fans of this one in particular and even ranked it best overall in our guide to the best milk frothers.

Olive & June Mini Neutrals Nail Polish Set

Best for: The well-manicured mom

Save mom a trip to the salon with this easy-to-use manicure kit. It includes three neutral mini polishes and a glossy top coat for gorgeous and quick manis.

DASH Hot Air Popcorn Maker

Best for: The mom who can never have enough popcorn 

Movie nights at home will always be made better with a fresh batch of popcorn. This easy-to-use device lets her whip up her favorite snack hands-free, and oil-free. All she has to do is add kernels and press start, and in minutes she can have as much popcorn as her heart desires. It even has a butter melting tray on top for that drizzle of liquid gold.

ZIMASILK 100% Mulberry Silk Pillowcase

Best for: The mom who values a really comfy bed

A pillowcase made from satin or silk is smooth and cooling, sure, but it can also help reduce frizz and those pillowcase creases we all wake up with on the side of our faces. If she enjoys pampering or treats humidity and frizz as a nemesis, this is a cheap but impactful life upgrade. 

Takeya Patented Deluxe Cold Brew Coffee

Best for: The mom who can’t live without her morning cold brew 

Making cold brew with this pitcher is so easy, it literally works while she sleeps. All she has to do is fill the filter up with her favorite grinds, add water, and let it steep in the fridge. By the time she wakes up she’ll have the perfect cup of cold brew ready to go, minimum effort required. Pair with a bag of her favorite coffee beans.

Marycele Candle Warmer Lamp

Best for: The mom who always seems to be burning through her favorite candles

There’s lots of reasons to love a candle warmer: not only can they prolong the life (and appearance) of your favorite candle, but they can be safer alternative to open flames, which is essential if you have young kids or pets around or live in a place with open flame restrictions.

Goop Clean Nourishing Lip Balm

Best for: Multi-tasking moms

This lip balm’s nourishing formula is perfect for moms who value hydration and want to simplify their skincare routine with a multitasking product.

Infused with rich, natural ingredients like ceramides, plant-based collagen, and botanical extracts, this balm deeply hydrates and conditions lips, leaving them soft and supple. It also provides a subtle, glossy finish that enhances the natural beauty of your lips.

“What I Love About You by Me” Book

Best for: The sentimental mom

You don’t have to spend a lot to show mom you care, and this book is a prime example. Each page features a fill-in-the-blank prompt about why she’s so special. Fill them out for a thoughtful gift she’ll cherish forever. 

SoundBot Water Resistant Shower Speaker

Best for: Mom who treats the shower like her own concert 

Whether she loves belting out her favorite tunes in the shower or can’t go a minute without binging her favorite true crime podcast, a shower speaker will be a much-appreciated gift. The bluetooth speaker is water-resistant, sticks right to the side of her shower, and even has a built in microphone for hands-free calling. It also makes a great speaker for beach and pool days. 

Artifact Uprising Color Series Photo Book

Best for: The sentimental mom

Turn some of your favorite family memories into a meaningful keepsake for less than $25. You’ll choose the photos as well as the book size, shape, and color. 

Fly by Jing Shorty Spice Set

Best for: The spice-loving mom

For the mom who thinks every meal is better with some heat, gift her this trio of spicy Sichuan flavors from Fly by Jing. It includes Sichuan Chili Crisp, Zhong Sauce, and Mala Spice Mix, all in portable 2-ounce jars–because you never know when a meal might need to be spiced up.

“Does a Kangaroo Have a Mother, Too?” by Eric Carle

Best for: New moms

Mother’s Day is a celebration of motherhood and what better way to celebrate the new mom in your life than with a book she can read to her little one. This one is all about motherhood in the animal kingdom, exploring the bond between mothers and their babies in a way that’s exciting and engaging for children. It feels particularly on theme for the holiday.

Music Genius Playing Cards Deck

Best for: The mom who loves game night

Jazz up game night with this deck of cards inspired by some of the world’s most popular artists. Each card comes illustrated with a notable and influential figure in the music industry. 

Colorfulkoala Women’s Buttery Soft High Waisted Yoga Pants

Best for: The mom who lives in athleisure

We live by the belief that you always need another pair of leggings. These under $25 leggings are our favorite budget leggings; they’re comfortable, squat-proof, and have held up over multiple washes. Read our Colofulkoala leggings review.

ceiba tree Recipe Book to Write in Your Own Recipes

Best for: The head chef to record her best recipes

Compile all your family’s favorite recipes into one journal. It’s both sentimental and a great way to document your favorite meals.

Genuine Fred Tea Frog Tea Infuser

Best for: The mom who prefers tea over coffee

If tea is her beverage of choice, she’ll appreciate any accessories that make the brewing process easier, like this tea frog. It’s a silicone rubber tea infuser that once filled with her favorite tea leaves and hung over the side of her mugs will make a cup of tea just to her liking. And the design will make the whole process a bit more fun. 

Malin+Goetz Fragrance Discovery Kit

Best for: Moms who love to switch up their scents or those who appreciate a well-curated collection

Featuring six dynamic scents inspired by traditional apothecary ingredients and favorite memories, each fragrance is elevated through the modern pairing of opposite but complementary notes. These gender-neutral scents are perfect for everyday wear and come in convenient travel sized vials to take with you wherever you go.

With fragrances ranging from spicy cannabis to sweet dark rum to earthy vetiver, mom can explore every facet of the brand’s perfumery and find her signature scent. 

Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask

Best for: The mom always complaining about chapped lips

Spending $20 on a lip balm may seem like a lot, but we think Laneige lives up to the hype. The formula works overnight to leave lips feeling plump and hydrated, plus it comes in fun flavors including plain original, vanilla, and sweet candy. 

Hihoho Beach Blanket Waterproof Sandproof Extra Large Beach Mat

Best for: The beach-loving mom

They’ll appreciate this outdoor blanket for all of their get-togethers outside this year. It folds up easily and can even fit into their pocket. It’s also waterproof, puncture-resistant, and sand-proof, so Mom can use this gift to level up beach days, camping adventures, hikes, and picnics in the park. 

Maxsoft Scalp Massager Shampoo Brush

Best for: The stressed-out mom

This small brush delivers the everyday dose of soothing relaxation she never knew she needed. It’s comfortable to hold and stimulates blood flow to the scalp and oil glands.

Knock Knock To Accomplish Sticky Notes

Best for: The mom with the endless to-do list

The list-making planner in her will be excited to start scratching away at these attractive sticky notes. 

Standard Baggu Reusable Bag

Best for: The eco-conscious mom

These nylon reusable bags, now available in recycled fabrics, are simply constructed but powerfully effective. They come in dozens of bright colors and prints, so you’re bound to find one that fits your mom’s personality.

Scribd Membership

Best for: The bookworm mom

Enjoy access to millions of books, audiobooks, and magazines for less than $15 a month with Scribd. If she wasn’t a bibliophile already, Scribd will make her one.