Great Gifts Under $50

An attractive, protective and easy to use solution for anyone who relies on daily medication. It’s available in several different color options.

This classic canvas tote comes in nine colors, four sizes and is customizable. It’s a perfect carry option for everything from groceries to beach days.

No kitchen condiment collection is complete without some quality chili oil. Gift this set from the world-famous brand Momofuku, and they’ll have a chili crunch for all their sweet and savory dishes.

The 2024 Formula One season may be wrapping up, but that doesn’t mean the action has to stop anytime soon. At least if you have LEGO’s latest Speed Champions line, that is. The Danish brickmaker has teamed up with F1 to launch a new Formula 1 Collection featuring the complete grid from the sport’s 2024 season. There are ten cars in total representing the ten current teams of F1, with each individual set containing somewhere in the neighborhood of 250 pieces and a Minifig driver. Each car is priced at $27, meaning the complete grid will set you back about $270 before tax, and all are available to preorder now from LEGO’s online store.

This 13-inch roller features a multi-density exterior that supports muscle recovery, pain relief and improved flexibility. It also comes with access to TriggerPoint’s online video library, where experts show how to roll for optimal results.

If they love coffee, there can be something special about drinking it from a handmade clay mug. The hottest mug on the internet is available in several shades and tailor-made to fit an Aeropress and holds up to 12 ounces.

If they’re alcohol-free but enjoys a nice mocktail, this variety pack from Recess will give them those flavors without any of the hangover.

This has a dedicated space for a glass of wine, support for a book or tablet and additional room for other soaking essentials. It can also fit even the widest of tubs. This is why it has 4.5 stars on Amazon with over 1,984 ratings.

Far less imposing than its larger, folding counterparts, the Palmer is perfect for folks who want a bit of cutting power without the intimidation factor afforded by a full-sized EDC knife. It can also be made TSA-compliant by removing the razor blade (which is easy to replace wherever you travel).

These nice looking leather gloves feature a soft, cozy lining made from 100 percent cashmere. They also include a tech-friendly fingertips for using a smartphone.

Birkenstocks EVA line blends the brand’s tried and true comfort with the waterproof nature of a good pair of flip flops. Birkenstock’s own stock is currently low, but other retailers have a variety of colors still available.

Mircoplastics and microfibers are everywhere and polluting our oceans as well as our bodies. The Guppyfriend bag is specifically designed to capture smaller fibers from synthetic clothes, preventing them from entering wastewater and the environment at large. Just toss your clothes in the bag and then throw the bag into the laundry machine. Once the load is done, remove any microfibers you find on the bag just like you would remove lint.

It’s kind of incredible that Yeti launched its first flask just this year. It holds 7 oz., comes in a variety of colors and includes a stainless steel funnel for filling.

Apple’s decision to allow emulator apps earlier this year immediately made the iPhone an excellent option for replaying Gameboy games, granted you were ok interacting with a touchscreen or were dedicated enough to keep a Bluetooth controller close at hand. Bitmo Lab’s Gamebaby offers a different solution. It’s an iPhone case with a removable bottom panel that can be flipped and slid on the bottom front half of the iPhone. Once it’s in the correct position, the d-pad and physical buttons apply force to the right spots on the iPhone’s touch screen while running the Delta emulator app, providing the feel of a physical controller without requiring any Bluetooth pairing or battery drain.

If you’re unfamiliar with Vice as a brand, Golf Digest’s description of “the one-time small discount direct-to-consumer ball company that has gone on to become an edgy lifestyle brand with a global presence” pretty much nails it. We’ve always felt the company’s balls offered tons of value for the price.

After its rapid rise in the coffee industry, Fellow is slowly starting to wade into other drink categories. The company’s new 10 oz. Lowball Tumbler is made from 18/8 stainless steel and can keep beverages cold for up to 12 hours or hot for 3. But like the company’s older Carter line of cups and mugs, it also boasts a ceramic coating to eliminate the “old penny” taste of stainless steel from ruining your drink. The wide opening and flat bottom are designed to fit a “standard whiskey cube” – though we’re not exactly sure what that means – while a so-called swipe-to-sip lid should help prevent spills. It’s available now in Matte Black, Stone Blue, and Matte White color ways.

The Driving Machine is part an exploration of the evolution of cars, blending history, design, and culture, as well as a personal narrative. Tracing 170 years of automotive innovation, Rybczynski highlights key models that defined eras, from Carl Benz’s groundbreaking three-wheel motorcar to the rise of electric vehicles. He brings to life the stories of visionary designers and engineers who shaped the industry, from Henry Ford’s mass-produced Model T to the chic Mini Cooper. Rybczynski also examines how cars embody national identity, such as Italy’s Fiat Cinquecento, and subcultures like the iconic VW bus during America’s counterculture movement. By unpacking key technological advances, he shows how cars are a result of relentless innovation and trial-and-error. With personal anecdotes about the cars he’s owned and whimsical illustrations, Rybczynski’s book offers a different take on how the automobile transformed society and our sense of style.

Oxo’s handy kit includes a cutting board, two marinade trays and two deep tray big enough to hold skewers. It’s all dishwasher safe and stores neatly together when packed away.

Nike continues to build its Strength line by introducing the new Grind dumbbell. The colorful speckled pattern comes from 20% Nike Grind rubber, a byproduct of Nike’s manufacturing process. Though the grey base color will stay constant, each batch of Nike Grind rubber is also unique, meaning that every wave of the dumbbells released will be limited editions in some ways. Versions are available in sizes ranging from 2.5 lbs to 50 lbs.

Weighing just 4.6 ounces, the Work Sharp Folding Field Sharpener is optimized for stashing in a pocket and using on the go. The inside of one of its arms features a 400-grit diamond plate with 20° sharpening guides; the other carries a fine grit grit ceramic plate with 25° honing guides.

This convenient new resistance-training kit’s ergonomic, universal-fit handle attaches to one (or multiple) bands, providing enhanced control and performance. Eliminate “hand to band” pinching, and gain more command over your at-home sweat sesh.

The home storage and organization market is now more interesting thanks to upstart Cliik. Like any formidable DTC product, the company’s branding has been meticulously tuned, in this case, to evoke a mixture of nostalgia, sentimentality, and fun. However, the airtight and leakproof plastic containers made from BPA and BPS-free plastic also boast intelligent features. Specifically, magnetized lids, bases, and custom label bars work together so units can stack vertically or horizontally for a clean and tidy look.

The thing we like most about this planter is how the saucer integrates snugly into the base pot. Not only does it look clear, but you don’t have to worry about the dust and debris build-up that inevitably sticks on other plant saucers.

Bellroy’s smart travel pouch is designed to hold all of the cords, charging bricks and accessories many of us haul around these days on longer trips.

It’s not exactly a sexy item, but pet owners swear by the Chom Chom’s ability to keep furniture clothing pet hair-free. We’re still astounded that it has a 4.5 star rating on Amazon with over 188,000 ratings.

This brush is designed to pick up the fine dust and debris that rest in your records’ grooves. Its carbon fiber bristles also remove static electricity, which also attracts said dust and debris. A good carbon fiber brush is one of the most popular tools for cleaning vinyl.

Your favorite chili crisp now comes in noodle form. Fly By Jing has launched pre-packaged noodle kits for the first time, and they’re available in two flavors: Chili Crisp Noodles, which come with packs of the brand’s flagship Sichuan Chili Crisp, and Sweet & Spicy Noodles, which are accompanied by its Sweet & Spicy Zhong Sauce. Both flavors feature the same handcrafted, sun-dried bouncy noodles from Sichuan that cook in just six minutes.

This is our pick for best beard oil. With an avocado- and apricot-oil base, Baxter’s blend gives a healthy shine while it softens the skin and hair with squalane.

It was perhaps only a matter of time before someone brought the Stanley Quencher’s surprising appeal to a protein shaker. Available in four colors, this 24-ounce execution looks excellent, thanks to a leak-proof lid, stainless steel insulation and BlenderBottle’s trademark whisking ball. And hey, having the option to swig or sip your protein, via the 2-in-1 spout, for less than 30 bucks is a pretty compelling flex any way you shake it.

Laptop stands tend to be ugly or expensive — often both — but not Herman Miller’s affordable Oripura. The lightweight and portable stand has a sleek and minimalist design, and it recently became available in some fun new colors. The stand has cutouts for cord management and a rubberized border that keeps it from sliding around too much. Best of all, it folds flat when not in use, making it super easy to toss in your bag alongside your laptop when traveling.

Trailblazing journalist Connie Chung delivers an unfiltered look at her remarkable life and career. As the first Asian woman to co-anchor a U.S. news program, Chung candidly reflects on breaking barriers in a white, male-dominated industry. With humor and insight, she recounts professional triumphs, personal struggles, and pivotal moments, from covering historic events to facing discrimination.

Bombas compression socks can make a small but meaningful difference in her day, whether she’s frequently traveling or just easing aches after strenuous workouts or long days on her feet.

This versatile sleeping mask is cool to the touch while possessing a breathable yet insulating fabric, which makes it great for all seasons. It’s also available in

Whether they’ve got a classic to maintain or just love keep their daily driver pristine, this kit has everything they’ll need including a car wash pad, car wash towels, Armor All Original Protectant Spray and Armor All Extreme Shield + Ceramic glass cleaner, car wash, wheel and tire cleaner.

Anker’s new car charger features a retractable cord to keep your center console clean and tangle-free when you aren’t charging. But it’s also still capable of fast-charging phones and tablets. It can even power a laptop.

Unless you’re checking a bag and are willing to make space for it all, you still can’t bring liquids on airplanes in large quantities than a few ounces. These bottles will let you stash your favorite lotions, tinctures, potions and whatever else in TSA-approved quantities, even in your carry-on.

Apart from a means of acquiring, carrying, and drinking water, a med kit is probably the next most important thing to have in a disaster or survival situation. This one has everything two people would need to survive for two days lost in the woods.

This is an award-winning headlamp for good reason. It can be powered by traditional batteries or a rechargeable BD 1500 lithium-ion battery and charger (sold separately). There’s a red light for preserving night vision, strobe modes, beam distance adjustment and more.

A cartridge alignment protractor is an affordable tool for making sure that your turntable’s stylus is correctly aligned with a record’s grooves. You should use one every time you change cartridges or if you notice that your turntable is sounding a bit off. You can go online and print a cartridge alignment protractor for free, but this one by Hudson Hi-Fi is a higher-quality and more permanent option.

This is a good pick for anyone into fantasy or classic tales. Lev Grossman’s The Bright Sword reinvents Arthurian legend by focusing on what comes after Camelot’s golden age. Following Collum, a young dreamer who arrives to find a fractured Round Table, the novel blends rich mythology, vivid battles, and a poignant quest to restore hope, breathing fresh life into timeless lore.

Our pick for best running belt can hold a smartphone, keys and other gear well secured during your run while also providing an extra element of light reflection that could save a users life.

Our pick for best small multi-tool offers a pocket-knife-sized silhouette, signature Center-Drive driver attachment and numerous other functions.

We’d be impressed if she managed to avoid buying a belt bag for this long. Whether she’s never taken the plunge or is slowly building a collection, this one is a no-brainer.

These modern house numbers offered in 4 and 6″ sizes in either aluminum or anodized black brass colors are an easy way to update the vibe of your house. DWR is currently offering them for 40% off.

Putting “best” in your brand name is a bold move, but in this case, the name fits. This is widely considered to be the best wire bristle grill brush on the market. Click the 6% coupon box on the Amazon page to get the total discount.

Tossing a pair of recently worn shoes into a bag filled with clean clothes never feels great. Away’s shoe cube offer an especially tidy solution to this common packing conundrum.

The creme de la creme of handheld steamers can make your shirts, pants and jackets look crisp in minutes without the hassle of ironing. This price is within a few dollars of the lowest price we’ve ever seen the steam hit.

Amazon has revealed an updated take on its Echo Spot device, which we thought the e-commerce giant had abandoned after failing to update the original design since 2017. This Spot looks sharp, though, and borrows much of its industrial design from the Echo Pop budget smart speaker. Like the previous version, it’s tailor-made for nightstands with a small display and speaker capable of showing helpful information like the time, weather, smart home controls, and music info. Thankfully, Amazon has removed the front-facing camera, which raised privacy concerns with the first-generation model. It’s available in black, glacier white and ocean blue.

Carhartt’s excellent dog coat is available in a variety of classic colors and sizes.

Sidio’s gear crates are versatile, modular and available in a variety of sizes and colors to fit your storage needs. We also love how extra accessories can make them double as camp and side tables. You can start with buying one, but picking up a starter set will save you a bit more on a per crate basis.

Stanley’s viral tumbler holds a whopping 40 ounces of water. The insulated frame will keep your drink chilled, and the included straw makes it easy to stay hydrated all day long.

A fun gift for those on a budget, Casio’s iconic digital watches fit a range of wrist sizes and offer a surprising amount of value for their price — they’re even considered quite stylish, we’re told.

Bodum’s staple French presses work, are easy to clean and come nice and cheap. The Brazil line is a little better looking than the standard options.

This modern and clean looking mouse pad is a WFH essential.

If they enjoy a chilled beer but not the hangovers, then gift them this monthly subscription to Athletic Brewing, which specializes in nonalcoholic brews. Plus, you’ll get to save up to 15 percent.

A fast-paced non-fiction book that anyone with an interest in business or brand culture will enjoy. It dives into the meteoric rise and dramatic fall of one of America’s most influential brands while looking at how Victoria’s Secret defined cultural beauty norms only to falter amid changing societal values, demands, and scandals tied to leadership. Combining deep research with industry insights, the book unpacks the brand’s financial, moral, and cultural missteps.

Combining a fork, spoon, dual-edge, spatula, bottle opener, can opener and veggie peeler into one compact format, the ComplEAT proves that it is indeed possible to get excited about campsite cutlery. And it’s an especially thoughtful gift if you plan to go camping together.

If they’re already a proud Seiko watch owner, then the brand also makes some iconic, watch-inspired alarm clocks. It’ll look great on a nightstand, especially if they like an old-school wakeup

For as little as $13 a month, you can help your S.O. take care of all their beauty product needs with a membership to Ipsy. It might not seem traditionally romantic, but it will definitely show that you care and that you’re paying attention.

One of the most iconic beanies around also happens to be one of the most affordable options.

Manduka makes some of the best yoga mats in the industry. This lightweight travel version is great for regular commutes to the studio.

J. Crew says this particular sweater is inspired by versions they made in the 90s. It’s crafted from dense cotton that’s simultaneously sturdy and breathable and available in a wide range of colors.