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54 best gifts under $50 for everyone on your 2023 list

These budget-friendly gifts for everyone that will surely wow.

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There’s no getting around it—buying gifts for your loved ones this holiday season can get expensive. And there's so little time to shop, even with two-day shipping. But you don’t have to bust your budget to bring smiles to their faces this shopping season. There are a lot of great gifts out there that cost under $50.

To help you save money ahead of the holidays, we've scoured the internet to find 54 of the top gifts you can get for less than $50. (If you’re looking to spend a little less, we’ve got $25 gift ideas, too.)

Whether you're shopping for your mom, dad, or even looking for stocking stuffer ideas, we’re confident these $50 gift ideas will make you happy—and the people who get them, too! Because we're down to the wire, make sure that your gift will arrive before Christmas when checking out.

A top-rated coffee mug

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Yeti Rambler 10 oz Stackable Mug

Practically spillproof, this Rambler mug keeps coffee steaming hot (or water ice cold) for hours.

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For men who wear hats

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Biltmore Grosgrain band fedora

A classic fedora with a half inch brim and grosgrain band finish.

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A surprisingly good waffle maker

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Dash Mini Waffle Maker

The Dash's nonstick surface is easy to clean and produces evenly cooked, perfectly browned waffles—it's no surprise it's our favorite mini waffle maker.

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One of the best candles on the market

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Capri Blue Volcano Jar Candle

These candles pack the iconic Anthropologie “Volcano” scent in an attractive glass shell. The incredible scent will instantly make any room in your giftee’s home smell heavenly.

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A budget-friendly Amazon device

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Echo Pop

Small and versatile Alexa-powered smart speakers that streams music, answers queries, and even plays well with other smart home devices including TVs, lighting, and more.

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An addictive board game

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Ticket to Ride Board Game

If you’re shopping for someone who loves board games, you can’t go wrong with Ticket to Ride, a beloved family game that turns players into 19th century train barons.

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A Squishmallow surprise

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Squishmallow’s Mystery box

Squishmallows are still one of the most coveted gifts around, and this Mystery Box holds three secret 8-inch Squishmallows for a fun and cuddly surprise to discover.

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An affordable weighted blanket

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Tranquility Weighted Blanket

This budget-friendly blanket aced our tests—we loved the plush, cozy surface. And it's the perfect size for one person.

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Top-rated flannel pajama pants

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Lands’ End Men’s flannel pajama pants

These highly rated Lands' End flannel pajama bottoms come in several different plaid and gingham prints. They’re perfect for lazy weekend mornings.

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For baseball fans

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2024 Topps Series 1 Baseball Factory Sealed Fanatics Exclusive Value Box

Nine packs with 12 cards each featuring MLB past greats, rookies on the rise, and current stars.

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An attractive candle warmer

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Cozyberry Candle Warmer

Tap into the sweet-smelling magic of any candle with this attractive hanging lamp, which gently warms candles without using a flame so they last almost twice as long.

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Toys and treats for your pets

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Chewy Goody Box

Each Goody Box features toys and treats from some of our favorite pet brands, making it a no-brainer gift for dogs or cats.

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A stunning monogrammed necklace

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Monogram Pendant Necklace

Trends come and go, but monograms are forever. That's why we love this simple block letter monogram necklace from Anthropologie.

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One of our favorite portable Bluetooth speakers

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Anker Soundcore 2 Portable Bluetooth Speaker

If your special someone loves to take the tunes beach or poolside, then what they really need is a waterproof, high-quality Bluetooth speaker.

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For fashionistas

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Jos. A. Bank Wooden Tie Hanger

An attractive wooden hanger that organizes and displays any tie collection.

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One of our favorite oil diffusers

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Asakuki Portable Essential Oil Diffuser

Nothing melts away the stress of the day like a good essential oil diffuser—we love how quietly this budget-friendly pick runs for maximum destressing.

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An affordable (and great) Dutch oven

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Lodge cast iron Dutch oven

This affordable Dutch oven is one of our favorites and is perfect for frying, braising, boiling, and baking on the stove, in the oven, or even on a campfire.

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A sleek smart display

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Echo Show 5 (3rd Generation)

This Alexa-enabled device has a 5.5-inch screen that allows you to make video calls, view photos, monitor smart security cameras, and control a wide range of smart devices.

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The best cold brew coffee maker

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Takeya Cold Brew Coffee Maker

Attention cold-brew lovers: We've tested a ton of cold brew makers, and the Takeya made the best-tasting coffee we tried.

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Our favorite set of bath bombs

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LifeAround2Angels bath bombs

The top-rated LifeAround2Angels set comes with 12 bombs that can go toe-to-toe with more expensive offerings. We loved their pleasant scents and that they didn't stain our bathtubs.

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Reusable straws

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Zoku Pocket Straw

This perfectly portable reusable straw is not only a joy to use (we loved the silicone mouthpiece), but it comes with a carrying case and a tool to keep it clean.

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For trailblazers

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Merrel Crest Lumbar Pack

An easy way to haul essentials when hiking or just enjoying a day out.

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An affordable Bluetooth tracker

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Tile Mate

We love the Tile Mate, a handy Bluetooth tracker with a long battery life that’s perfect for keeping keys, phones, wallets, and more safe and secure.

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One of the best streaming devices

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Roku Streaming Stick 4K

The Roku Streaming Stick 4K is a simple and intuitive portable streaming device that stands out thanks to it’s incredibly user-friendly interface and remote.

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A cult-favorite hair dryer

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Revlon One-Step Hair Dryer

We put this all-in-one hair tool to the test and it lives up to hype. It dries, volumizes, and stylizes quickly and easily.

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Smart light strips

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Govee RGBIC LED Strip Lights

Teenagers will have a blast decorating their bedrooms with the Govee Smart LED Strip Lights—they’re thin, flexible and easy to install.

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Innovative coasters

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Frontgate Super Chill Chilling Coasters

These coasters use a freezable gel core to keep drinks cold without creating condensation rings—and they're perfect fit for the mid-century modern aesthetic.

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A cool science kit

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National Geographic Mega Crystal Growing Lab

Indulge any kid’s love of science with a cool kit they can use to grow eight different colored crystals that can be arranged on a light-up display base.

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Tasty cupcakes

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Baked by Melissa mini cupcakes

Featuring flavors like cookie dough, triple chocolate fudge and more, this 25-pack of cupcakes is one of Baked by Melissa's best-sellers, and it’s perfect for any type of celebration.

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Fleece blankets for everyone

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Bedsure fleece blanket

Available in a range of colors, this cozy throw is under $50 in every size (even king!) so you can get one for everyone you love.

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The best desk fan

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Vornado Pivot Personal Air Circulator

This three-speed desk fan is powerful but quiet. When we tested the best desk fans, it was our favorite.

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Our favorite travel pillow

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Cabeau Evolution Classic Travel Pillow

This pillow will keep your loved one supported even while traveling to the other side of the world—the contoured memory foam design made this the best travel pillow we've tested.

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The best filtered water bottle

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CamelBak eddy+ water filter water bottle

We tested this water bottle and found it to be portable, durable, and well-designed. Plus, the straw is fitted with a filter that reduces chlorine for up to a year.

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Our favorite contoured sleep mask

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Mzoo Sleep Mask

Because this sleep mask is contoured, absolutely no light will sneak in. It’s like having blackout curtains for your eyes.

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Hot sauces that bring the heat

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Good Hurt Fuego Gift Set

This gift set of hot sauces definitely brings the heat. But these hot sauces don't just burn your mouth, they offer an incredible flavor that will amp up any meal.

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A rechargeable LED book light

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Gritin 19 LED rechargeable book light

Slim, reliable and rechargeable, this book light shines a small but intense beam on the page to ensure the reader sees the words but others close by aren’t disturbed.

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A UV lamp for their nails

An adorable teething ring

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Sophie The Giraffe

This teething toy is not just cute, it’s durable and long-lasting—and both the smooth and bumpy parts on the giraffe provide gum relief to teething babies.

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A Kombucha starter kit

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The Kombucha Shop Organic Starter Kit

This Kombucha starter kit has everything homebrewers need to make a batch of kombucha, including detailed, easy-to-follow instructions.

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The best value makeup mirror

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Deweisen Tri-Fold Lighted Vanity Makeup Mirror

This makeup mirror has a tri-fold design, multiple magnification options, and adjustable light settings for optimal makeup application. You can help them look flawless every day for a great price.

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Highly-rated (and cozy) socks

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Barefoot Dreams CozyChic socks

These socks, one of the most highly-rated pairs at Nordstrom, are made with Barefoot Dreams signature CozyChic material knit for warmth and softness.

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A neck and back massager

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Papillon Back Massager with Heat

One of the highest rated pillow massagers on Amazon, it’s designed to target the back and neck and deliver deep-kneading Shiatsu massage to loosen tight muscles and relieve discomfort.

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One of our favorite aprons

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Five Two Ultimate Apron

This attractive apron provides plenty of coverage for avid cooks and bakers. Available in five gorgeous colors, it was our value favorite in our roundup of the best aprons.

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A portable ring light

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QIAYA Selfie Light

This handy device clips to any phone or tablet, providing a boost of lighting to give photos and videos a professional look.

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A hilarious card game

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Exploding Kittens Party Pack Card Game

If you haven't played Exploding Kittens before, gear up, because you're in for an elbow-throwing, no-holds-barred game of sabotage, yelling, and, you guessed it, exploding kittens.

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Pyrex bowls

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Pyrex Food Storage Set

These glass bowls from our favorite storage container brand come with BPA-free plastic lids and are perfect for meal prep, leftovers, or snacks.

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A unique house plant

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Costa Farms Little Monstera Plant

This live plant, which comes in a ceramic planter, is a special type of monstera that has smaller leaves with a line of oval holes up each side.

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A handy magnetic bookmark

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Keep Reality Away Magnetic Bookmark

This simple but unique magnetic bookmark has a faux leather shell that is embossed with the phrase ‘A book a day keeps reality away.’

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A kit to make boba tea

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Bubble Tea Kit

Boba tea, also called bubble tea, is a trendy drink that contains tapioca pearls. This kit has everything your giftee needs to make and enjoy their own drink at home.

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One of our favorite laser levels

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SKIL Line Laser

Every home improvement tool set should have this laser level, with backlit bubble vials and a light that’s easy to read across multiple surfaces.

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An affordable sunrise alarm clock

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Jall Wake Up Light Sunrise Alarm Clock

One of our favorite sunrise alarm clocks, this light stimulates sunrise over 30 minutes, helping to wake the body up more gradually (and gently) than a traditional alarm.

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A cheeky coffee mug

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It’s Too Peopley Mug

This cute mug is microwave- and dishwasher-safe—and it’s sure to earn a smile from anyone who’s a self-proclaimed homebody.

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Legos for kids of all ages

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Lego Classic Medium Creative Brick Box

This Lego set is perfect for sparking anyone’s creativity, with 484 pieces in 35 colors that will let them build whatever their heart desires.

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A stainless steel cocktail shaker

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OXO Steel Single Wall Cocktail Shaker

Mixologists will love this perfectly designed stainless steel shaker that’s a great addition to any minibar.

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