If you’re looking for the best under-$50 gift options for everyone on your holiday shopping list — neighbors and co-workers included — you’ve come to the right place. Our editors are looking for the best gifts all year long and have curated our favorite presents that won’t break the bank. Whether you want to gift them something practical, like a pair of tech-friendly gloves, or something with more of a personalized touch, you don’t need to put a major dent in your wallet to give them a present they’ll love, appreciate and use rather than regift.
To make the holiday shopping season easier, we’ve rounded up 33 of the best under-$50 gifts for everyone in your life. Our team of editors will be continuously updating this gift guide, along with our other gifting recommendations as we approach the holiday season, so be sure to check back for additional products we’ll add in the next couple months.
Have a tighter budget this year? Check out our favorite gifts under $25.
Best fashion gifts under $50
A thoughtful gift for the person in need of a pair of gloves, these North Face ones are made from a stretchy fleece fabric and are touchscreen compatible, so she can still use her electronic devices. They’re also available in four colors, so you can get a pair for yourself, your sister, your mom and your grandma.
For a sweet, personalized gift, surprise them with this mother-of-pearl initial necklace from jewelry brand BaubleBar. If you don’t want to select the recipient’s initial, you can always pick the initial of someone close to them (à la Hailey Bieber’s JBB necklace).
We love cashmere, but sometimes the price tag can be a little tough to wrap your head around. For the luxury-loving person in your life, this fan-fave scarf is ethically produced, made from 100% grade-A Mongolian cashmere and rings in at just under $50. What’s not to love?
There’s nothing like an absurdly soft, super-plush robe to get you feeling more relaxed. Perfect for anyone who loves to take it easy (or perhaps could use a friendly reminder to relax), this budget-friendly fleece robe delivers on all it promises: coziness, warmth and complete comfort.
Dare we say, this might just be the perfect beanie. Thick and substantial without being too stiff, it has that perfect amount of slouch that always looks effortlessly stylish. It’s available in a range of versatile colors and made from all recycled fabrics.
Bombas Patterned Gripper Slippers
So they can keep their feet warm
For anyone who loves a good house slipper, introduce them to this life-changing product from Bombas. Available in three different sizes, the brand’s Gripper Slippers give you the comfort and stability of slippers with the coziness and versatility of a pair of thick, warm socks.
These cozy (and festive!) slippers are also available in women’s sizes, so you can treat the ladies in your life to a pair as well.
Best tech gifts under $50
Our writer was impressed by the power of this $40 portable Bluetooth speaker. If they like listening to music, this is a gift they’ll get a lot of use out of.
Not all portable chargers have to be bulky and unwieldy. This slim option fits right into a chic faux-leather travel tag and is perfect for both daily use and any upcoming trips.
The standard EarFun Air performs better than alternatives at twice the price. If a lack of noise cancellation isn’t a deal breaker, you won’t be disappointed with these water-resistant earbuds that boast a four-way microphone and seven hours of playback.
For anyone looking to make their home more “smart,” this speaker is a great way to start incorporating the functionality into your day-to-day. The sound quality is great — it’s one of our favorite smart speakers — but that’s just the beginning. You can also ask your Echo Dot for weather updates and use it to control your home’s temperature, automatically turn lights on and off, set hands-free timers and more.
Best food and hosting gifts under $50
It just doesn't feel like the holidays without a delicious assortment of cookies, which is why this box from Sugarwish would make such a great present. With options ranging from your standard chocolate chip cookie to a gluten-free peanut butter one, the cookies are individually wrapped and come in a gift-ready box.
If you're searching for a meaningful, personalized present for someone, why not gift them a glass etched with their favorite city's grid? Whether that place is Atlanta or Paris, you can choose from over 20 different city grids.
Brightland makes some of our favorite cooking products, including this yummy duo from the brand that includes its two vinegars. Great for drizzling over salads and more, this set is perfect for the person who likes to add a bit of tanginess to their food.
Le Creuset is known for its high-quality cookware, which is why this mini cocotte is an excellent gift for the person who's always in the kitchen. And because it's dishwasher-, microwave-, freezer-, broiler- and oven-safe, you know they'll get a lot of use out of it.
Perfect for the perennial snacker, artsy host or just lover of unique tchotchkes, this glass bowl shaped like an unzipped plastic bag is great for candy, nuts, snacks and starting conversations.
We’re longtime fans of Fly By Jing’s mouth-watering sauces, and this set features three of our favorite products from the brand. The iconic Sichuan Chili Crisp is super savory and packs the perfect amount of heat, while the slightly sweet and tangy Zhong Sauce is great alongside dumplings. It also comes with the brand’s newest condiment, Chengdu Crunch, which is a nut-free chili oil that adds heat, umami and a whole lot of texture to basically anything you can think of putting it on.
Perfect for those who love hosting, this luxurious monogrammed serving board looks a lot fancier than its price tag might suggest. Made from a combination of white marble and renewable mango wood, each oversized brass letter is hand-inlaid, hand-carved and hand-finished by talented artisans.
Best beauty gifts under $50
Have someone on your list who is obsessed with Laneige's iconic lip sleeping masks? Grab this $21 mini lip set, which includes yummy flavors like mango and peach iced tea.
Editor-loved Sol de Janeiro’s iconic Bum Bum Cream is irresistible, delicious and luxurious. This adorable set of travel-friendly minis is a great way to get familiar with the cult-fave scent in lotion, shower cream-gel and body mist form. The clear makeup bag is a bonus (and perfect for any upcoming travel).
A great gift for the person who loves to pamper themselves, this body care set from editor-loved 54 Thrones includes the brand's body wash, body cream, hand and body butter, and exfoliation mitt.
Hair care can be challenging to gift, but this value-pack set from Drybar comes with smart essentials that anyone could get a lot of use out of. The set includes four handy hair clips, the brand’s famous detangler brush (it works on both dry and wet hair) and a heat-protectant detangler spray to prep your strands ahead of styling.
We’re big fans of everything Malin+Goetz. This collection comes with six 1-ounce tubes of the brand’s bestsellers, including its grapefruit cleanser, a travel-friendly shampoo and conditioner, a face moisturizer and a body moisturizer.
Best home gifts under $50
These monogrammed trinket dishes from Anthropologie are adorable and would make a great gift for the person on your shopping list who wants a cute place to store their rings.
Candles are always a great gifting option, but Homesick’s candles really stand out. Its range of fun, nostalgic and thoughtful scents that pay homage to our favorite memories are a great way to add an extra-personal touch. The brand’s holiday-themed candles are perfect for making any space a little more festive.
Nothing says holiday season like a cozy throw, and this under-$50 option is warm, super soft and perfect for snuggling up in. Plus, the plush material and pom-pom trim make it an adorable way to dress up your sofa or bed.
For the green-thumbed giftee in your life, a hydroponics growing system can be a fun way to test your hand at a more sustainable lifestyle — no access to a garden required. It comes with everything you need to dive into growing your own veggies, herbs or flowers. Just make sure to add a couple of different seeds to your order.
Best travel gifts under $50
A great toiletry bag can make a world of difference, whether you’re always traveling or just commuting between the home, gym and office. This sleek and lightweight option is one of our favorites. It features five interior pockets and one exterior pocket, perfect for all your necessities and even keeping valuables safe.
We love the look of this pebbled, faux-leather tote that's perfect for the minimalist in your life. They'll be able to carry all their belongings while looking chic during their travels.
Opting for silk sleep products doesn’t just feel luxurious, it also protects your skin and hair from damage. This lightweight and cool-to-the-touch eye mask from Brooklinen is one of our favorites.
Why not equip the jet-setter in your life with a one-of-a-kind passport case? This luxe vegan leather option (which our senior lifestyle editor, Tamara Kraus, has owned for a year and loves) is available in a range of fun colors and impressive personalization options. If you want to go all out, you can pair it with a matching luggage tag.
For the utilitarian who likes to stay prepared at all times, this compact, keychain-sized product packs 10 tools into one. Keep it in your travel bag, tackle box or sewing kit and you’ll be prepared with scissors, a knife, tweezers, a bottle opener and more. And with Leatherman’s Custom Shop, you can add engraved messages, patterns or artwork for a truly one-of-a-kind gift. While this wasn't our best overall microtool, we still rated it a great pick in testing.