2025 Gift Guide: Top Gifts Under $50

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Who says great gifts have to cost a fortune? From clever kitchen gadgets to stylish tableware and thoughtful little luxuries, Minimax has you covered with the best gifts under $50. Perfect for Secret Santa, birthdays, housewarmings, these picks prove small gifts can still make a big impression.

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Practical, pretty, and oh-so-clever. This gold Klipsta hook clips easily onto your handbag, gym bag, or pram, then flips open to hang your bag from any table. No more dumping your tote on the floor at brunch. It’s one of those genius little gifts everyone wishes they’d invented.

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Klipsta Flip Bag Hook Gold | Minimax
$34.95

Cheese lovers, rejoice! This portable set folds out into a mini board complete with cheese knives, perfect for beach picnics, road trips, or sneaky Friday-arvo wine sessions in the park. Sustainable, compact, and ideal for anyone who believes cheese is a personality trait.

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Saltwater Picnic Cheese Board Travel Set
$49.95$34.95

Made in Italy and bursting with colour, this Sicilian-style soup plate adds instant sunshine to any tabletop. Whether they’re a pasta lover or an art lover, it’s a joyful little piece of Mediterranean magic, all for under fifty bucks.

Game night, but make it classy. This Cocktail Hour Charades set is packed with cocktail-themed clues and plenty of laughs. Just add drinks and good company, the perfect host gift that’ll guarantee a fun night in.

Bright, zesty and beautifully packaged, this candle smells like a sunny afternoon in Italy. The reusable ceramic jar adds extra charm, making it a thoughtful gift for anyone who loves fresh scents and home décor that doubles as art.

Lunch with a side of style. This insulated lunch box from Kollab keeps food fresh and looks far too chic for the office fridge. A practical, eco-friendly gift for students, commuters, or anyone trying to make meal prep look good.

For the person who believes butter deserves its own throne. Adorned with William Morris’s classic floral design, this fine china dish makes even breakfast feel elegant. A charming and timeless addition to any kitchen.

Old-fashioned, negroni, iced latte, this glassware set can do it all. With their crystal-cut design and solid weight, they look luxe but cost less than dinner. A great gift for cocktail lovers or home entertainers.

Tiny but mighty, this mini casserole dish is perfect for individual bakes, desserts, or serving dips in style. Made from quality porcelain and oven-to-table ready, it’s a foodie favourite that looks far more expensive than it is.

Every cook needs one. Compact yet powerful, this granite mortar and pestle crushes herbs, spices, and garlic with ease. It’s a great under $50 gift for home chefs who love adding a pinch of flair and flavour to their meals.

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Avanti Granite Mortar and Pestle 9.5cm | Minimax
$39.95$24.95

Clean, minimalist, and endlessly useful. This 10-piece set from Maxwell & Williams includes bowls and chopsticks, ideal for noodle nights, ramen feasts, or stylish home dinners. A thoughtful, practical present that suits almost everyone on your list.

Why These Gifts Hit the Sweet Spot

Affordable doesn’t mean forgettable. From Italian ceramics to cocktail games and kitchen classics, these gifts combine quality, design and practicality, all for under $50. So you can spoil your friends (and maybe yourself) without feeling a hint of guilt.

FAQs: Gifts Under $50

What’s the best gift for entertainers?

The Saltwater Picnic Cheese Board Set or Pasabahce Timeless Glasses make perfect picks.


Need a last-minute gift?

Grab the Paddywax Candle or Klipsta Bag Hook, both stylish, useful, and ready to wrap.


What’s ideal for foodies?

The Avanti Mortar & Pestle and Maxwell & Williams Mini Casserole are a kitchenware must-have.


Can I find designer-looking gifts under $50?

Absolutely. The William Morris Butter Dish and Ceramiche Cuore Plate bring serious dinnerware design cred on a budget.

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