Gifts Under $30 That Won't Break the Bank

Updated by Jordan White

It’s no secret everything is getting more expensive. And with the holidays coming up, you may be feeling a little pressure. While you want to treat your loved ones to something special, you may not have the flexibility in your budget this year. Don’t stress. There are plenty of budget-friendly gift options that don’t look budget-friendly. Below, you’ll find a list of gifts under $30 that won’t break the bank but will make great presents:

Game night excitement! One-hour time limit to solve room escape mysteries and murder cases in "Escape: Murders in the Speakeasy." Puzzle codes and clues inside for thrilling dining table play.

Shipping · ALL ORDERS SHIP OUT WITHIN 2-4 DAYS OF BEING ORDERED! We are a bi-monthly subscription, meaning we ship every OTHER month. That means if you order a 2 month subscription, that is for only 1 box.

Customer Review
The puzzles were a mix of easy and more complex which kept it from getting too boring or too frustrating. It was fun and challenging. Also liked the convenience of 3 chapters so it could be broken up if needed.
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Like a little passport to a world beyond screens, Bitsbox helps get kids involved with the creative side of technology through age-appropriate coding projects. Kids ages 6-12 are walked through the process of creating and building apps all by themselves, using colorful guides and thought-provoking progression. They'll also get a sticker sheet to chart their progress and fun extras!

Shipping · Your first Bitsbox ships immediately within 1 business day of your order being placed. Subsequent boxes ship every month thereafter!

Customer Review

“My son loved it and he really enjoyed the activities in the box! Looking forward to the next box.” – Deann H.

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Honestly, who wouldn't love a monthly delivery of fresh cookies?! Each gift box includes either 12 freshly baked cookies or one 8" cookie pie, using seasonal flavors and ingredients! Past boxes have included cookie flavors like ginger molasses, double chocolate peppermint, and s'mores, while cookie pie flavors have included caramel snickerdoodle and kitchen sink cookie pie! They can also accommodate any food allergies or sensitivities! The perfect gift for any sweet tooth!

Shipping · Our September box is the chocolate peanut butter cookie pie. New subs ship in 5-7 business days, renewals ship between the 25th and 30th of the month. Please include any allergies in the notes section. Please reference our photos for our shipping policy.

Customer Review

"Omg! These are so delicious and fresh! Thank you!" - Angela P.

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Tween & teen girls embrace & express their uniqueness with our stylish & trendy products.

Shipping · 💜We ship in purple decorative Fun Pack mailers. Need your Fun Pack earlier? Contact us below. Only ships within United States.💜

Customer Review
I love the variety of items you send! For a special touch, consider adding some Itamoon bags as accessory options. They'd complement the trendy items perfectly. Check out their kawaii-style bags.
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One of the best gifts for those who are addicted to board games is UnboxBoardom. Each box contains new games for every interest and experience level. Every month, the box includes something for the gaming guru. Every other month will include a new game for the causal gamer, and every three months the box includes a new game for beginners.

Shipping · Your box will ship around the 15th of your scheduled month. Please order by the end of the previous month to get the current box. NOTE: Gift notification messages will be sent at time of purchase unless specified otherwise in gift message box at checkout.

Customer Review

"Loved getting games each month this winter! It gave my husband and I something to look forward to and it was fun trying out new games we wouldn’t typically pick out!! Great customer service as well!" - Christine S.

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The #1 Self Care Subscription Box curated by therapists❤️

Shipping · ✨ Reserve your “FULL BLOOM” TheraBox today with up to $200+ worth of self-care gifts to pamper the special women in your life... including yourself! 💐 Ships between May 24th-April 29th

Customer Review
I absolutely love my Therabox! I love the products that come inside and it’s something I look forward to each month. It gives me an opportunity to engage in self care and have something that’s exciting to look forward to. I highly recommend
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Curated around a new theme every month, like Panda Paper Overload or Into the Woods, Paper Bliss is a monthly subscription box that sends a mix of Japanese stationery items that are totally squee worthy. Gift them an unboxing experience filled with cute items and supplies, including pretty paper, artistic stickers, pens and pencils, notepads, and more.

Shipping · Your first welcome box ships off in 5 days or less. For existing subscribers, We ship out boxes on the 5th of every month. Only one Shipment is sent is sent per billing cycle.

Customer Review

"Only 2 boxes so far but It’s a good little box with cute stationary supplies. Always 1 sheet of stickers, 2 pens, 2-3 mini note pads, 1 mini-card, 1 postcard, an eraser or sharpener and a cute little pencil case, etc. The items are small but I like the variety of items in one box. And love the packaging concept with layers… more fun when unboxing! :)" - Marie-Eve D.

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The Storytime Box - Children's Book and Activity Box | 4 Box Options for Kids Ages 0-8+ | Build Healthy Reading Habits | Arts & Crafts for Kids

Shipping · Customers must subscribe by the 15th of the month in order to receive the upcoming box. (Ex. Subscribe by June 15th for the upcoming batch shipped in July.)

Customer Review
My daughter loved the box and is looking forward to the next one.
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Gifts For The Woman Who Works So Hard

Are you shopping for someone with a stressful 9-5? Give a gift to help them relax after a long, exhausting day. Something like the Self Care Box by Sel. Each box comes with five full-size products and additional mini self-care products. From skincare goods to body fragrances, this subscription is ideal for someone who deserves some TLC.

Gifts For The Dad Who Already Has Everything

Is your dad someone who seems to have every gift they could ever need? Same. But chances are, he doesn’t have a subscription to The ManBox . A perfect gift for a “guy’s guy,” these boxes come with men's essentials, like gadgets, lifestyle goods, and survival items.