Best Gifts Under $25

You don't need to spend a fortune to give a gift that feels thoughtful. The best budget-friendly gifts are the ones people wouldn't buy for themselves — small luxuries, clever gadgets, and everyday upgrades that punch way above their price tag. Here are our favorite picks under $25.

1A Cozy Pair of Socks or Slippers

Everyone uses socks, but nobody buys themselves the really nice ones. A pair of ultra-soft, fun-patterned, or heated socks makes a surprisingly delightful gift. Same goes for a pair of cozy house slippers — it's the kind of small luxury that gets used every single day.

Cow Slippers for Women and Men, Fluffy Cute Cozy Cartoon Fuzzy Cow House Slipper Womens Milky Cows Animal Preppy Funny Kawaii Pillow Cloud Fall Winter Bedroom Home Shoes for Indoor and Outdoor

$16.99

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2A Great Portable Phone Charger

A slim, pocketable power bank is one of those gifts that saves someone's day at least once a month. Look for one with fast charging and enough capacity for a full phone charge — compact enough to toss in a bag and forget about until it's needed.

podoru for Magsafe Battery Pack, 10000mAh Magnetic Power Bank Built-in Double USB C Cables 22.5W PD Fast Charging LED Display Wireless Portable Charger for iPhone 17/16/15/14/13/12 Series-Black

$21.65

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3A Fun Card or Board Game

Compact card games are the unsung heroes of gift-giving. They're easy to bring to a dinner party, a road trip, or a lazy evening at home. The best ones take under a minute to learn and generate hours of laughs.

CGE Codenames Board Game (2nd Edition) The Top Secret Word Association Party Game for Friends & Family Game Nights, 4+ Players

$24.99

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4A Quality Water Bottle

A well-insulated water bottle is the gift that keeps giving — all day, every day. Look for one that keeps drinks cold for 24 hours and hot for 12. Bonus points if it fits in a standard cup holder and comes in a color they'd actually pick.

Stanley IceFlow Flip Straw 2.0 Water Bottle 24 oz | Built-In Straw for Travel and Sports | Lightweight and Leak Resistant | Insulated Stainless Steel | BPA-Free | Sienna

$24.63

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5A Scented Candle

There's a reason candles are a gifting staple — they make any room feel instantly more inviting. Skip the overpowering drugstore ones and go for a clean-burning soy candle with a warm, subtle scent. It's a mini upgrade to someone's entire living space.

Organic Coconut Vanilla Candles - Non Toxic Soy Candles for Home, Stress Relief & Meditation (7oz)

$13.99

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6A Desk Organizer or Accessory

For anyone who works at a desk, a small organizational upgrade can be surprisingly satisfying. Think a sleek pen holder, a cable management clip, or a mini desktop planter. It's the kind of thing that makes their workspace feel just a little more put-together.

Cassette Tape Dispenser Pen Holder Vase Pencil Pot Stationery Desk Tidy Container Office Stationery Supplier Gift-onepalace (Black)

$9.98

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