33 Exceptionally Cheap Gifts That Prove The Price Tag Doesn't Equal the Awesomeness

Updated: Feb 25 2023
33 Exceptionally Cheap Gifts That Prove The Price Tag Doesn't Equal the Awesomeness
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With just $25 you can treat a friend, coworker, or family member to one of these totally cool cheap gifts. Don't be fooled by the price, they're more fun, more interesting, and more desirable than gifts that cost the big bucks. You can cover any and all holidays and occasions with the delights below. Need stocking stuffers for men or stocking stuffers for women during the holiday season? We've got it. You'll find things he can use in the garage or around the house and face masks and essential oil goodies she can use to relax. Thank your best friend for showing up for you with a game you can play on friend game night or a hilarious personalized mug. And when you need something inexpensive for a coworker for a white elephant party or secret Santa, you can't go wrong with a green tea gift set or funny office supplies that'll make them cackle on all the days of the week (even Saturday!). The quality of these gift ideas is so much higher than their prices would suggest, save your wallet the pain and grab a few for a good pal or colleague!

Tactical Self Defense Pen

You can write with this pen, sure, but you could also save a life with it and that sounds so much cooler than just writing a check. The pen has an aircraft-grade aluminum body and can shatter a car window in an emergency.
$14 .32

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Sex Snap Naughty Card Game

You may have played the card game Snap once or twice in your day but this is the X-rated twist you've been waiting for. It'll be the reason you leave your "opponent" gagging, but in a good way. It's best for 2 players unless you wanna have an orgy (hey, why not!) and challenges your speed and spontaneity.
$9 .39

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The Ice Genie

What's not to like about making more ice in a smaller size quicker and in a more space-conscious way than a standard ice tray? With the Ice Genie, you can whip up 96 ice cubes in a flash. The silicone sleeve can also be used to insulate and chill a wine or champagne bottle.
$14 .99

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The Killer Key

The Killer Key seems like something that only James Bond would have. Insert it into a lock and it'll permanently disable the lock. You can only use it once, it can't be removed once it's in a lock and it locks a door from the outside so people can still exit a room.
$14 .99

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The World’s Toughest Ultralight Survival Tent

An outdoorsy pal will see the symbolism in a gift like this. Treating them to a tent that can save their life in an emergency situation is a great way to say you care. It's lined with mylar so it can keep them warm in the coldest temps, is easy to set up, and is waterproof.
$21 .95

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Travel The World On 50 Dollars A Day

Authored by Nomadic Matt, this book will teach you how to see the world on less money than you probably spend in a single day. The book will help you through a trip of any length and gives you tips that'll help you actually ENJOY the trip instead of feeling like you're being a penny pincher on vacation.
$13 .96

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Funny Squishy Face Stress Toy

Is it just us or does it look like this guy is going through several phases of constipation? It's impossible to be stressed when you're contouring the ball with your hand and watching the guy's face move along with your squeezing.
$14 .99

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100 Things To Do Bucket List Scratch Off Poster

One of the coolest things about this Bucket List is that it covers a year's worth of adventures. There are some that take time, some you can do instantly, some that make you wait for a different season, some solo, some in groups, and everything in between, The poster is about 24"x16" and looks great on any family's wall.
$29 .50

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KeySmart Compact Key Holder & Organizer

Your fob will look and feel better in your pocket and your hand with the KeySmart. The organizer turns your bulky mess of keys into a streamlined work of art. It can hold up to 14 keys in its sturdy, compact body and attaches to your key fob via a keychain.
$14 .99

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Toasted Bread Lumbar Support Pillow

You don't have to get baked to find relief for back pain, all you have to do is reach for this fluffy piece of toast. The cushion is excellent lumbar support and about the size of your average throw pillow so it can work anywhere.
$12 .97

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Pluto Never Forget Shirt

We're coming up on almost twenty years since Pluto's planethood was revoked but we'll never forget. The petite planet just beyond Uranus (or your mom's anus depending on what grade of middle school you were in when Pluto got canceled) will live on in our hearts and on this shirt forever.
$16 .99

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The Man Fork

FINALLY, the fork that will allow you to take the bites that your mom said were too big when you were a kid. This pitchfork has six tines instead of a paltry four and will grab onto even more meat, even more pasta, and even more cubes of cheese from the charcuterie board.
$16 .95

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Brass Hex Bolt Pen

Enjoy balanced weight and solid construction with a brass bolt pen that's suitable everywhere from the C-suite to the construction site. The pen is refillable so you can use it for years to come and it's tooled to help reduce fatigue while writing.
$16 .50

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Zippo Hand Warmer

Keep your hands warm in a sleek, chic, and classy way with the Zippo hand warmer. When temps drop you'll be glad you have the aluminum compact in your pocket. It provides up to 12 hours of gentle, flameless warmth and approximately 2.5x more heat than a similar disposable hand warmer.
$16 .90

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I Wrote A Book About You

This book may cost under $25 but its result will be priceless in the heart of the recipient. The prompts inside that you'll respond to are agnostic to age, relationship, gender, really everything. They'll fit anyone and every one no matter who they happen to be as long as they're someone you really like.
$14 .83

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Portable Cereal Cup

Grown-ups like cereal, too, and with this cup, they can eat it on the way into the office without it getting soggy and gross. Cereal and milk don't meet until they hit your mouth so you get a perfectly creamy, crunchy bite every time.
$20 .00

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Movie Night Popcorn Set

Get poppin' on your greatest movie night ever with a gourmet kit that'll have you and the fam talking about flavors rather than what's on the screen. There are five types of popcorn to sample like Ruby Crunch and Poppin' Blue as well as five seasonings to try.
$19 .98

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Wacky Waving Inflatable Tube Guy

You don't have to be at the car wash or outside of a chain restaurant to have the best dance party of your life with this guy. The Wacky Waving Inflatable Tube guy is always DTP (that's down to party) and at 18" in height, you won't feel like you're dancing alone when you're dancing with him.
$11 .66

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Pen Multitool

You can sign a deal with this pen, use the stylus to send a quick text to your business partner telling them the good news, and then crack a bottle to your success, all with this one pen. And, there are 6 other gadgets built into the aluminum body for you to work with like a screwdriver and a flashlight.
$13 .99

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Periodic Table of Star Wars Shirt

The Force will be with the wearer of this shirt, who will be the (Death) star of their chemistry class. The design breaks down the periodic table into all kinds of little Star Wars Easter Eggs that you and fellow fans won't be able to get enough of.
$22 .99

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The Cheese Printer

Pull a cheesy joke on a pal with the Cheese Printer gift box. They might actually be excited at the prospect of receiving what the box supposedly contains, so go easy on them when you explain that it's not real.
$9 .99

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The Universal Socket Grip

Not even a stripped screw stands a chance against this universal socket wrench. It makes quick work of all kinds of metric and Imperial sized materials thanks to springloaded steel rods that hold onto the smallest spots. A drill attachment is included, too, so you can work even faster.
$5 .99

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The Useless Box

The gift only has to be cheap it doesn't have to be useful, too. The Useless Box is just that, it opens, it has a switch but what it does beyond that will be a mystery to the human race forever.
$15 .99

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The Screaming Goat

There are times in your life when you just wanna scream but screaming is kind of awkward, right? Let the screaming goat express all that frustration for you! Push the bottom beneath his base and he'll shout, shout, and let it all out.
$7 .96

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Most Likely To Party Card Game

Enjoy some good clean fun on family game night with Who's Most Likely To. The party game challenges you to decide who in the group is most likely to be what is listed on a card. Think Senior Superlative categories mixed with ridiculous categories like "Who's Most Likely to Wake Up with Half a Burrito in Bed."
$17 .99

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Poetry for Neanderthals

Neanderthal Poetry is a game of small words, wacky descriptions, and bopping smart people on the head with an inflatable Flintstones-esque club. In other words, "it fun game, play with friends, have good time for long time."
$19 .99

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Toilet Timer

If you're struggling to find the balance between "getting away to look at my phone" and "everyone thinks I'm constipated," the Toilet Timer can help. It contains 5 minutes' worth of sand for you to enjoy. Need 5 more minutes? Just give it a quick turn, you don't have to wait for it to reset.
$16 .99

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Scenties Scented Hair Ties

These are the same high-quality hair ties that you're accustomed to using but they come with an awesome twist. They have amazing scents like Brownie Sundae, Strawberry, Bubblegum, and Sour Apple. There are five in every pack so you can share with a friend.
$6 .00

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Universal Hands Free Phone Mount

Flying a budget airline doesn't have to mean depriving yourself of an in-flight movie. With this phone holder and mount, you can tune in to anything you've got loaded up on your phone. It's universal and works with any phone and any tray table.
$13 .97

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Punderdome Card game

Prove once and for all who's the punniest member of the family of them all with Punderdome. The card game will have you and the family rolling with laughter as you try to come up with the most groan-worthy crack in 90 seconds.
$13 .68

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Affirmators! Cards to Help You Help Yourself

Affirmators won't just tell you, "You can do it!" They'll vie you 3-5 lines of text about how and why you absolutely will crush it. It's self-help without the schmaltz and a heavy dose of badassery with cute drawings and words that'll make you feel empowered.
$10 .45

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Tree of Life Aromatherapy Diffuser Necklace

The gift of aromatherapy is the gift that keeps on giving, not just because it can be used throughout the day but because it delivers relaxing results all day long. This pretty diffuser necklace comes with a dozen pads to refill with essential oils. It also includes four essential oils to work with.
$14 .99

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Shimmer Nail Polish Set

You can tell people with pride you got your nails done at Salon Maison (that's Salon Home to you non-French speakers) when you do them up with this set of neutral shimmery colors. They iridesce, they opalesce, and they'll leave your nails looking shiny and healthy.
$9 .99

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Chameleon Family Card Game

Chameleon is a fast-paced, fun-filled, logic-driven game great for families. Everyone is a detective, except for the chameleon, and you'll have to use secret words, hidden codes, and finger-pointing to track down who that chameleon is before they get away.
$19 .99

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Rechargeable 3D Moon Lamp

Giving someone the moon, according to the movies, is one of the most romantic things you can do. Bring a bit of the natural world and natural wonder into someone's life with this stunning piece. It's about 4.7" in diameter, offers a choice of light modes, and includes a base.
$15 .99

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Magnetic Tool Wristband

A handy guy who loves building stuff but hates dropping stuff will be forever grateful for this magnetic wristband. It's got a super strong magnet in it that can hold his materials and even small tools. It attaches via Velcro, so it's adjustable to almost any wrist size.
$9 .99

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Exotic Green Tea Gift Set

Green tea is good for the body, the mind, and the soul. This gift set contains 10 incredible loose-leaf blends to enjoy. All of them have a hint of caffeine and some are infused with light flavors like mint, lemon ginger, and turmeric matcha.
$21 .99

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Magnetic Pick Up Tool

Think of this as a mechanic's or a handyman's magic wand. The versatile telescoping flashlight does more than illuminate dark places, it can reach for small materials like screws and bolts that got dropped into impossibly small places and bring them back.
$14 .44

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Cake Scented Peel Off Face Mask

This hydrating mask is like the icing on the cake when it comes to skincare, almost literally. It smells like vanilla frosting, which is pretty awesome and is infused with hyaluronic acid and squalene, two compounds that soften and nourish skin.
$15 .45

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Funky Chunky Popcorn Gift Set

Funky Chunky is the twist on popcorn you didn't know you needed to try. The popcorn is made in small batches and covered in ooey gooey goodness. In this sampler pack you'll find flavors like Sea Salt Caramel, Nutty Choco Pop, and Peanut Butter Cup.
$25 .00

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Travel Cocktail Gift Set

You'll feel like you're flying in first class even from your seat by the bathroom when you've got this craft cocktail kit in your bag. The tin is filled with the fixings for a cocktail, all in TSA-friendly amounts. There are different varieties to choose from, like Bloody Mary and Moscow Mule, all you need is the alcohol.
$40 .00

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Burt's Bees Essentials Set

When you're just not sure what to get someone, Burt's Bees will be there. The kit has a balm, salve, or cream for every part of the body. They're crafted with natural ingredients and lightly scented with things like milk and honey and all travel-sized so they're great for visitors.
$12 .99

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The Gift Box Of Nothing

We all know *that* person, the one that says they want nothing. About 1% of the time they mean it, the other 99% of the time they're waiting to see if you'll call their bluff and get them something. With this box, you can give them a 100% useless gift that's still exactly what they wanted, nothing.
$9 .99

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Hickory Farms Cheese and Meat Gift Set

Think of this as a charcuterie board in a box. Hickory Farms delivers deliciousness with farmhouse summer sausage, a chunk of cheddar cheese, a box of crackers, and some hot mustard to enjoy it all with. Oh, and a couple of strawberry candies as dessert.
$14 .49

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The Poop Knife

This is one of those cheap gifts you didn't know you needed or wanted until it saves you from a very expensive emergency call to the plumber. The poop knife is a silicone wonder weapon that can quickly chop a log before you flush.
$14 .95

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Tesla Coil Arc Lighter

Using lighter fluid is so 2000-and-late, zap your way into the future with a Tesla coil liter. The arc lighter has a cool gunmetal exterior and is windproof. It's electric and a full charge can last up to a week, or about 100-300 uses.
$17 .50

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Quad Flame Butane Torch Cigar Lighter

Enjoy your cigars in the finest and most fiery fashion with a butane torch built for lighting cigars. You could use the high-powered quad flame torch to spark up a cigarette, but this was made for stogies with a cigar pun cutter.
$9 .99

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Cozy Slipper Socks

When you need a gift that'll work for anyone and everyone, you can't go wrong with a pair of slipper socks. Everyone likes having warm, fuzzy things on their feet and these have the added bonus of being stylish. They're sherpa lined for extra softness and have an appealing cable knit pattern.
$12 .99

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2-in-1 Silicone Wine Pourer and Stopper

You don't need to get fancy to stop up a bottle of wine with smart pourers and aerators and the like. All you need is this genius two-in-one silicone gadget. Just like a water bottle, when you need to pour, pull out the spout, when you need to stop it up, press the spout back in.
$7 .99

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