From Weighted Blankets to Massage Guns, These Are the Best Gifts You Can Give for Under $50
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Gift-giving doesn’t have to be costly — after all, it’s the thought that counts right? But when you’re looking for a great gift to give, you don’t want to be too cheap either.
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Fortunately, there are a number of great gift ideas under $50, that all appear pricier than they actually are. All of these gifts on our list let you deliver something useful, personal or fun without breaking the bank (note: prices were accurate at time of this article’s publishing).
We’ve done the digging for you to find the best gifts under $50 across tech, fitness, house and home and beauty and grooming. From a glow-in-the-dark basketball hoop to massage guns and even a celebrity perfume, here are some great gift ideas for $50 or less.
Tech Gifts Under $50
Buy: JBL Tune 130NC TWS True Wireless In-Ear Noise Cancelling Headphones – Black $49.95
Tech and electronics are always a popular gift idea but they can often run you into the hundreds of dollars. But not all tech gifts have to be expensive. In fact, these days, there are a number of top-rated earbuds, computer accessories and even cameras that you can find online for under $50.
KODAK Printomatic Digital Instant Camera – $49.99
PhoneSoap 3 UV Cell Phone Sanitizer – $49.99
Echo Show 5 (Smart Display and Speaker) – $34.99
Logitech M720 Wireless Mouse – $34.99
Star Wars Millennium Falcon Wireless Charge Pad – $34
Blink Mini HD Security Camera – $29.99
Apple AirTag – $27.98 (or get them for $22.50 each when you buy a four-pack)
PowerA Enhanced Wired Controller for Xbox – $23.91
Fitness Gifts Under $50
Buy: SKLZ Pro Mini Basketball Hoop with Ball, Glow in the Dark (18 x 12 inches) $34.99
Fitness gifts have seen a rise in popularity ever since we were stuck at home working out during the pandemic. And while big-ticket items like a Peloton bike or Theragun massager are among the most popular gifts this year, there are also great fitness gifts to be had for $50 (including a best-selling Theragun dupe).
FlyBy F2Pro Percussive Massage Gun – $49.97
Amazon Halo View Fitness Tracker – $34.99
Element 26 Weightlifting Belt – $34.97
Neck and Shoulder Relaxer – $29.99
Fiberglass Pickleball Set – $29.99
CTRL Sports Stretching Straps – $15.95
Home Gifts Under $50
Personalized Birthdate Candles – $49.99
Pottery Barn Waffle Sweater Robe – $49
All Birds Wool Dwellers Slippers – $49
ACUSHLA Merino Wool Camping Blanket – $42.99
Wake Up Light Sunrise Alarm Clock – $42.98
Aluratek Digital Picture Frame – $39.99
Pure Enrichment Mini Portable Air Purifier – $39.99
Howay Coffee Warmer and Mug Set – $34.99
Hamilton Beach Portable Personal Smoothie Blender – $21.99
Beauty and Grooming Gifts Under $50
If you’re looking for a great gift idea for the guys in your life or something for her, you don’t have to drop a pretty penny. We found some great beauty and grooming gifts for under $50 that they’re sure to love.
lululemon Everywhere Belt Bag – $48
TAN-LUXE The Face – Illuminating Self-Tan Drops – $47.50
4 in 1 Hair Dryer and Styler – $39.99
NanoSteamer Large 3-in-1 Nano Ionic Facial Steamer – $39.95
Ariana Grande Sweet Like Candy Eau de Parfum – $39.33
hum by Colgate Smart Electric Toothbrush Kit – $38.85
La Neige Lip Sleeping Mask – $22
Uniqlo Mini Shoulder Bag – $19.90 (good dupe for lululemon belt bag if it’s sold out online)
Philips Norelco Multigroomer All-in-One Trimmer – $17.96
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