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Gifts for $300 or Less to Impress Even the Pickiest People

Finding an impressive gift can be hard, especially if you’re working within a tight budget. If you’re willing to go beyond Amazon gifts under $20 and Amazon gifts under $50, this list of gifts under $300 is sure to win. We found gifts under $300 for women, men, kids and pets.

Gifts under $300 for her

  • BloomsyBox Monthly Floral Subscription: Get three months of prepaid flower deliveries for her for $135. She’ll love the bright, fresh bouquets that arrive at her door each month—and you’ll look like a total hero.

BloomsyBox, $44.99 per month or $135 for three months.

  • BOOM! By Cindy Joseph Boomstick Trio: Simplify her makeup routine with the Boomstick Trio. These multitasking sticks will replace everything in a makeup bag with three easy makeup sticks. They’re ideal for a variety of skin tones and add both color and moisture to lips, cheeks, eyes and more.

  • Ceres Chill: New moms need this brilliant baby feeding gear, and it comes in way under budget at about $72.

  • Chefs Life Ultimate Trio Gift Box: Give her all the delish, mouth-watering fancy oils she could ever ask for in this bundle. It includes extra virgin cooking oil, blending oil and finishing oils that rival the very best drizzles you’d find at restaurants. It’s a total must-have for home chefs.

  • Cuiline Churros Kit: From her kitchen in Mexico City, Chef Graciela Montaño guides users through the steps of making 36 churros and a chocolate dip. The kit comes with premeasured flour, sugar, cocoa, vanilla, cinnamon, chile, and more—along with pastry bags and piping tip.

  • Chevoo Truffle Goat Cheese Gift Set: Give her the gift of several mouth-watering jars of truffle-marinated goat cheese, truffle crisps, truffle zest and more. This thoughtful idea is well under $300 and an incredibly impressive array of goodies for truffle lovers.

  • Electric Gooseneck Kettle: Let her pour it all out (feelings and whatnot, ya know?) with this handsome gooseneck kettle that will totally be her cuppa tea.

Electric Gooseneck Kettle, $165

  • Erin Condren Metallic Harmony LifePlanner: This gorgeous 12-month calendar is brimming with made-to-inspire quotes and motivational goodies to keep her going. Sturdy laminated covers promise it’ll hold up all year long, too.

  • Faux Fur Bed Blanket: For well under $100, this bestselling fuzzy, plush bed blanket is a total winner. Pick from a variety of sizes and colors, then tell them to cozy up. Get one for yourself while you’re at it!

  • Irene Forte Pistachio Face Mask: Treat her to a luxurious skincare escape with this award-winning face mask. It’s clinically proven to hydrate the skin over 12 hours, as well as immediately plump the skin. Olive Oil and Rice Fractions, rich in skin-enhancing nutrients and antioxidants, and Pro-Vitamin B5 help condition and protect.

  • Isa Lazo Facial Gift Set: Reveil in full sizes of each luxurious, skin-perfecting product. They’re made in small batches with Earth’s most treasured ingredients, hand-filled and housed in Italian Glass. You’ll want a set for yourself, too—especially because they come in significantly under budget.

  • Ivy Alexander Purse Hooks: They’re small enough to carry in her bag and have an anti-slip design, offering an easy place to hang bags when she’s on the go. No more gross germs from dirty floors or theft risk.

  • Immi Spicy “Beef” Vegan Ramen: Sure, it tastes just like the most authentic beef ramen—but this warming goodness is actually vegan-approved. It’s also keto-friendly, high-protein and a six-pack is under $40.

  • Lands’ End Cashmere Crew: Choose from dozens of colors and sizes XS through 3X. The cashmere is ultra soft and supple, and well below your gifts under $300 budget.

  • Lola Bag Small Panamone: At closer to $200, this timeless bag will take her from lunch to vacation, work to a night out and everywhere in between. The zippered closure makes it a secure choice.

SixThreeZero bike, $274

  • sixthreezero AroundtheBlock: This chic bike makes any neighborhood an adult playground. It' offers low maintenance riding, engineered for comfort and available in up to 21-speeds. Feel like a kid with none of the typical adult soreness.

  • VienneMilano Fishnets: If gorgeous lingerie is the name of her game, these thigh-high fishnets are sure to please. At under $25 per pair, they look like designer options that cost 10 times as much. They’re even made in Italy. Plus, they’re just fun to wear.

  • Woolloomooloo Belmont Shoes: The name is a mouthful, but fun to say—isn’t it? These black merino wool dressed-up sneakers are the comfortable all-day wear she’ll live in. They’re ideal for long days of tourism-fueled walking in far-off cities, days on her feet at work and hanging out with the kids.

Gifts under $300 for him

  • AO Original Pilot Sunglasses: These sharp-looking polarized sunnies are a favorite of U.S. Military pilots and flying enthusiasts everywhere. But truly, no plane necessary—they’re just the perfect dose of timeless style.

AO Original Pilot

  • Assistex Puzzles: Have an elderly loved on on your list? These brilliant puzzles are designed with dementia patients and seniors in mind. They help promote healthy mind stimulation and memory function in fun-to-look-at designs. At about $25 each, you can afford to scoop up a few extras for aging neighbors and friends.

  • Carhartt Fleece-Lined Jacket: He’ll wear this one for the next gazillion years—promise. Available in a variety of colors and sizes small through 5X, there’s a perfect jacket for every kind of dude. It comes in well under budget at about $100.

  • Citarella Gourmet Gift Basket: If snacking is his passion, this basket is guaranteed winner. It’s brimming with fancy balsamic vinegar, high-end chocolates, parm crisps, cornichons and all sorts of other goodies he won’t soon forget.

  • Doña Vega Tobalá Mezcal: This elevated bottle is for the connoisseur. It’s a a sought after mezcal variety prized for its sweet nose, intoxicating range of flavors, and long, smooth finish.

  • FlexSeries Electric Head Shaver: Give him the gift of a silky-smooth noggin with this ergonomic and perfectly contoured scalp shaver. It works on beards, too.

  • Happy Earth Harbor Master Bundle: This stylish set comes with everything he needs to be his free-spirited, outdoorsy self. A blanket shirt, hat, cozy-soft blanket and other goodies all come in one bundle. He’ll really use each item, and you’ll actually be able to find his size thanks to an inclusive range spanning XS through 3XL.

Happy Earth Harbor Master Bundle, $149

  • Hickey Freeman Cashmere Hat: This soft, cozy beanie comes in over 10 colors and is made of 100% authentic Italian cashmere. At just under $50, it’s a steal.

  • Indoor Putting Green: He can golf all winter long and when the weather is especially terrible. Set it up in the basement, garage or anywhere else he’s got a bit of room. He’ll quickly grow obsessed with this gift ideas.

  • Indoor Spin Bike: This top-rated, bestselling spin bike is about $250 and promises the full experience. It’s perfect for his home gym.

  • Mezze 99 Classics Headphones: Treat him to truly luxurious listening with these handsome walnut and silver-accented over-ear headphones. They feature a built-in mic, adjustable headband and real wood earcups that are sure to wow onlookers.

Indoor Spin Bike, $250

  • Portable massage chair: Seriously, this thing does a full shiatsu and it’s a brilliant gift for $300. Move it from room to room, the office, a man cave or even the park.

  • Simpli Press: He can skip the caffeine gummies and make barista-quality coffee for himself in this mess-free French press that offers endless style. Choose from red or black, and then tell him to make you a cup too.

  • Sushi Making Kit: At well below $50, this impressive kit will have him writing immediate ‘thank you’ notes. Ingredients include sushi rice, nori, seasoned rice vinegar, black sesame seeds, soy sauce, wasabi and more—along with pro-grade sushi rolling mat. Follow along with Chef Mayuko’s Okada’s video class to make four traditional maki rolls and four inside-out rolls.

Gifts under $300 for kids

  • LEGO Marvel Super Heroes Infinity Gauntlet: OMG could this thing be any cooler? Doubtful, and it’s an ideal transition toy for older kids who are still young enough to love LEGO blocks but too old for the little kids stuff.

  • Princess Castle Tent with LED Stars: Actually, this amazing gift for kids is under $40—and it’s worth every penny. It’s a whole playroom fantasy, complete with LED stars that are absolutely magical.

Princess Castle Tent, $40

  • Nintendo Switch: This is one of the most-wanted gift items for tweens and is an Amazon bestseller. Don’t worry, it comes in under $300 and offers eye-catching neon designs and play experiences to suit all sorts of personalities.

  • The Green Forest Lady Mommy & Baby Care Combo Gift Set: While this is technically a bundle for both Mom and Baby, we think it deserves a solid spot on our list of best gifts under $300. It’s actually priced well below that number, and makes a brilliant baby shower present or first birthday gift.

  • Zinus Green Tea Mattress: Switching them to a more mature kids’ mattress from their crib or toddler bed is a major upgrade. This Zinus model is CertiPUR-certified and well under $300 for a twin size.

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