9 Cute Press-On Nail Kits Under $20 to Buy on Amazon

When we tapped professional nail artists for their 2021 trend predictions, embellished and pre-painted nails made the cut. For a truly dazzling look on the fly, check out CoolNail's Sharp False Nails for bejeweled, marbled, and ombré styles that will capture everyone's attention over Zoom. Each set comes with 24 nails and one sheet of double-sided adhesive tabs, which can be used in place of nail glue — but either works.

$7 to $13 (Shop Now)

The Kiss Impress Press-On Manicure impressed us so much that we awarded it a 2020 Best of Beauty Award. Oh, and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is a fan, too. While there are countless colors and designs to choose from, Casting Call (pictured above) offers a welcomed contrast to our current, gloomy reality with touches of bright baby blue, silver glitter, and multi-chrome sequins. Each kit includes 30 nails with pre-applied glue, an alcohol prep pad to ensure the best possible adhesion, a nail file, and a wooden stick to push back cuticles. It's basically foolproof.

$9 (Shop Now)

As far as monochromatic sets with major length go, the Allkem Beauty Extra Long Press-Ons simply nail it. Choose from bright reds, yellows, and blues in glossy finishes and either stiletto or coffin styles. One reviewer says she always receives compliments on "the shape and vibrancy of these nails." Each 20-piece set comes in a range of 10 different sizes to ensure the perfect fit for each finger. Just be sure to pick up a bottle of strong nail glue since this set doesn't come with any.

$10 to $18 (Shop Now)

If DIY'ing nail art tests your patience to new limits, we suggest popping on EDary's Geometric Lines Press-On Nails to save you time and frustration. Each 24-piece set is pre-decorated with black abstract lines and faces for a minimalist design that still packs a punch. Depending on how short you prefer your nails, you might be able to skip the usual filing. Outfit each nail with an adhesive sticker (or glue), hold each press-on for five seconds, and voilà, your very own nail art exhibit is complete.

$10 (Shop Now)

The VM Direct Acrylic Fake Nails offer ballerina/coffin (which blew up in 2020) and stiletto shapes in 18 different colors and finishes to instantly glam up your nails. We're fans of these asymmetrical French tips, but plenty of monochrome reds, purples, yellows, and blacks are available if you prefer to forgo the art. Each set allocates 20 press-ons in 10 different sizes that you can further cut or file down to your preferred length. Keep in mind that you'll have to buy nail glue separately.

$10 (Shop Now)

If you follow Kylie Jenner's ever-evolving manicures, you'll notice that her preferred shape is ballerina (also known as coffin), which is the name for a tapered, square cut. If you're curious about trying it out for yourself, these Favelo Ballerina Press-On Nails will only run you $10 at most. The 24-piece sets come in nine glossy shades, including an alluring forest green (pictured above) and bold neon green. They're compatible with the included adhesive tape or whatever glue you already own. When it comes to removal, soak your nails in warm water for two minutes to loosen up the tape to avoid leaving marks on your natural nails.

$7 to $10 (Shop Now)

While the resurgence of the French manicure has brought about colorful twists and unexpected variations, sometimes you simply want to go back to the basics. The Kiss Everlasting French Nail Kit is the easiest way to do just that and serves up 28 square-shaped French tips that stay chip-free for up to a week. A glue stick, wooden cuticle stick, and miniature file round out the supplies you'll need for flawless application and framing. One reviewer said her coworkers couldn't even tell her tips were fake, so consider us sold.

$6 (Shop Now)

For a dose of understated glam, look no further than Socu's Matte Press-On Nails, which are offered in a variety of muted gray, brown, burgundy, pink, purple, and black shades. Each set comes with a whopping 72 nails in three different colors, as well as three sheets of adhesive nail tabs and a small nail file, so you truly get your money's worth. Since they naturally come in shorter lengths, these fake nails are ideal for people who want to cut down on the time they usually spend on filing and shaping. Consider them a one-and-done sort of situation.

$10 (Shop Now)

Ringing in at just $4 for a 24-piece set, you can buy multiple sets of the Justotry Solid Color Long Press-On Nails and still stay under budget. Mix and match colors to create a multi-colored mani (another forecasted 2021 trend) or throw on some gems like this reviewer did. Whether you're feeling Barbie pink, metallic silver, or all-over lilac glitter, there's a set for every mood and aesthetic. If you want your fake nails to last even longer, be sure to seal them down with glue for a stronger hold, instead of using adhesive stickers.

$4 (Shop Now)