The 74 Best Gifts Under $50 for 2025
Every year, our expert journalists spend thousands of hours researching and testing items so we can recommend the very best gifts. Many of our picks are too big, expensive, or impractical to be great gifts. But the following dozens of items hit that sweet spot — more substantial than a trinket, offering undeniable value, with plenty of whimsy, utility, and beauty sprinkled in. Note that while we made every effort to confirm that all of the gifts in this guide are under $50, prices can dance around a bit, especially during the holidays.
If you need other affordable gift ideas, check out our guides to the best gifts under $10, under $25, and under $100.
