15 Unique Gift Ideas for Men Under $20

Updated by Timothy Paradis

You want to gift the men in your life something unique and special, but along with that, you need something that’ll go a little easy on your wallet. While that’s not always an easy task, we’ve got the solution for you. Monthly gift boxes from the Cratejoy marketplace make great gifts for men, and we've got so many options for under $20!

Appealing to men with different lifestyles and a broad range of interests, if you’re looking for gifts for gamers, readers or lovers of all things food, we’ve got you covered. Whether you need Father’s Day gifts , Christmas gifts, or last-minute just-for-fun gifts, professionally curated subscription boxes deliver high-quality, uncommon goods.

Skip the trip to the store, along with all the searching and debating, and continue reading below for some of our best gifts for men under $20. For a one-of-a-kind gift that he’s sure to enjoy, check out this collection of affordable monthly subscriptions.

Unique Gift Ideas for Men Under $20

Realsic is on a mission to help keep all feet fresh and fun by covering them is the softness and comfort that is premium-combed cotton. Crafted of the highest quality cotton blend, each pair of socks brings colorful, bold patterns, sporting anything from shrimp or sharks, to bow-tied foxes or bacon. Select a monthly subscription that sends either 1 or 2 pairs of socks each month for under $20!

Shipping · We ship all subscriptions on the 7th of each month. Please order by the 1st of the month to get the current box or your first box will ship on the 7th of the month.

Customer Review

"Love the sushi socks especially the bright color. Quick first shipment - great job." - Kathy M.

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Great for currency collectors of all ages, Venture in History is a monthly box that sends 7+ genuine bills from around the world. Guaranteed to hold a value of at least $20, each bill is chosen with care by in-house experts, delivering a unique collection of colorful paper money from around the globe. Fun, educational, and potentially profitable, depending on the currency market, this box will stuff the piggy bank with uncommon notes.

Customer Review

"This has been one of my favorite subscription boxes. I loved one bill was for 5 billion. We loved the way it was all neatly marked. They include a handwritten note and the shipping was super fast. Thank you" - Raenna T.

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Best thriller books delivered right to you, featuring the latest bestsellers and hidden gems from top authors. Perfect for fans of mystery, crime, and psychological suspense!

Shipping · FREE WORLDWIDE SHIPPING on all orders!

Customer Review
Everything as expected and as described in the product listing so overall very good experience
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Experience an exciting 1-hour escape challenge with Game #28 - Escape the Ruins! Unravel mysteries, decode puzzles, and race against time or friends to find treasure in these lost ruins. All-in-one adventure box.

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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Get snacks from a different Latin American country each month! This month we’re unboxing Guatemala🇬🇹✨ Hop on the adventure train!

Shipping · We ship 1-3 business days after receiving your order. Following boxes will by around the 15th of the month.

Customer Review
Absolutely thrilled to share my experience with the snack service subscription that's become the talk of the office every month! As someone based in San Francisco and working in the tech industry, where innovation and variety are the spices
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Experience fresh delicious loose leaf tea every month. Free shipping!

Shipping · Your first box will ship within 48 hours, Monday to Friday. Follow up boxes ship within the first week of the month.

Customer Review
Amazing tea! I only wish the company had more in stock so I could reorder more.
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Unbox a mystery! Examine Evidence. Question Suspects. Search For Clues. Solve Puzzles. Close the case! FREE US Shipping

Shipping · FREE US SHIPPING. Subscriptions are taken from the first day of the month through the last day of the month at 6PM CST. Boxes ship to subscribers the first week of the following month. (Ex. Subscriptions from Dec 1-31 ship the first week of Jan 2025). Subscription renewals take place on the 15th of every month.

Customer Review
Love this company! I'm so excited every month to receive my box, and I check the website constantly for other mysteries that aren't part of the monthly subscription. They are a great way to decompress, have fun, and "excercise your brain".
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Each month we will ship 3 History books (Retail Value $75+)

Shipping · Initial box will ship within 5 days of ordering. Each additional box will ship out the following month on the 11th. Only ships within the continental U.S.

Customer Review
I absolutely loved this gift that I received from my daughter for Mother's Day. It was a little of everything I love! I will be giving this gift to other women in my life as a nice little pick me up. Such a treat!
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With crystals, astrology and tarot, each box from Magickal Earth is curated to match the energy of the coming month. Help them get in touch with their own unique brand of spirituality with 4 subscription levels that bring an assortment of New Age provisions like reinvigorating crystals, astrological overviews, practical magic, and a tarot card drawn just for them.

Shipping · We ship on or around the 10th of every month, Our goal is that you receive the box by the 20th - 23rd of every month. As we follow the Astrological calendar. Note: International orders can not be guaranteed arrival at this time.

Customer Review

“I absolutely LOVE this box. It is my fav thing to receive every month, I am always impressed by it and I have used and loved every crystal I have been gifted. Thank you so much!” - Reba G.

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The Natural Craft is expertly and thoughtfully curated in this subscription box that focuses on the Magick flowing in their life. Altar items like dried herbs, magickal flowers, and spell coins add depth to their daily practice each month.

Shipping · If subscribing in June, your first box will ship between July 1st and 10th. As soon as your label is printed, you will receive an email with tracking information included. Renewals are processed on the 11th of each month following the initial purchase of the subscription. Shipping Cost: $6.00 (Subject to change)

Customer Review

“Received my first witch’s roots box. I got the lunar box. It’s great. Came with a little of this and a little of that. They have inspired me to start my book of shadows and start collecting all the little beautiful things I buy/find along my journey. Beautiful and put together very well for someone experienced or a newb. Thanks for the awesome start to a beautiful beginning.” - Kelly C.

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420 Smoking Accessory Bundles Delivered to Your Door. FREE Mystery Item in Each Delivery

Shipping · FREE Priority shipping from Tampa, Fl. Renewals occur on the 10th-14th each month & ship on or about the 14th of each month. Order by the last day of the month to receive the current bundle. *Discreet shipping. We have your privacy in mind! *FREE gift with 1st delivery!

Customer Review
Perfect for the daily smoke enthusiasts! My hubby loves getting his monthly stash.
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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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Monthly Earring Mania – Fun & Quirky Earring Subscription Box from Maui

Shipping · Your box will ship on the 5th of every month. Please order by the 30th to get the current box. For existing subscribers, we also ship on the 5th of every month.

Customer Review
I look forward to getting this little pink package every month. My mom gifted me a year subscription for Christmas and I have loved every single pair of earrings I have received. I think this last set was my favorite so far. Can't wait to s
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An Adult Subscription Box for couples, discreetly delivered to your door, curated with everything you need to turn the ordinary into the extraordinary! Ships quarterly.

Shipping · We ship your first box within 5 business days. Subscription renewals will ship around the 5th of each month. Ships to the United States and Canada.

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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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If you're still looking for more great ideas, check out our other gift guides for men!