And if you've got aunties, grandmas, or even a mother-in-law expecting gifts this holiday season, we've heard your cries for help, too. From TikTok viral gadgets to delicate jewelry to (gasp!) sex toys, ahead, we've come up with a list of the 24 best cheap gifts for mom that will be sure to please every kind of mother figure out there. We promise there will be no disappointed faces this holiday season (yours included!) with these treats that clock in anywhere from $5 to $50.
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For The Mom Who's Always Cold
Vera Bradley Plush Fleece Robe
Target is always a safe bet when it comes to finding a lush gift at a budget price, and your perpetually cold mom will adore this back-in-trend Vera Bradley robe.
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Vera Bradley Plush Fleece Robe, $, available at Target
Faux Fur Sporty Earmuffs
Beanies are well and good, but anyone who really needs their ears protected knows earmuffs are the way to go. We love this pair from Anthropologie that comes in multiple bold colors.
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Anthropologie Faux-Fur Earmuffs, $, available at Anthropologie
Top Shop Boxy Boucle Sweater
A cozy sweater is a never-fail present, but warmer fabrics can cost a pretty penny. This boucle sweater is still within budget and manages to keep even the coldest mom warm.
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Top Shop Boxy Boucle Sweater, $, available at Nordstrom
Classic Turkish Cotton Slippers
Full disclosure: These are my mom's favorite slippers. Everyone who goes to her house gets gifted a pair (mostly so we don't track dirt in), and they are softer than they have any right to be. Trust us when we say they make a great cheap gift for moms everywhere.
Shop Parachute
Parachute Classic Turkish Cotton Slippers, $, available at Parachute
For The Outdoorsy Mom
FP Movement X Zippo Hand Warmer & Portable Charger
For the moms who are cheering you on from the sidelines every week, this two-in-one hand warmer/charger will not only keep fingers safe from the cold but also prevent your phone battery from zeroing out.
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FP Movement x Zippo Hand Warmer & Portable Charger, $, available at Free People
Yeti 14 Oz. Stackable Mug
Stanley has been the internet drinkware of choice this year, but we actually prefer Yeti. Not only is it cheaper (by a lot!), but it's stackable for easy storage. Its insulation is unmatched, guaranteed to keep mom's coffee warm all morning long.
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YETI 14 Oz. Stackable Mug, $, available at YETI
Seed Lollipops
If your granny loves to garden but her back and knees won't let her dig in the dirt anymore, these pre-packaged pops are an easy fix. This playful take on a seed packet will get their garden growing in a few minutes. Oh, and did we mention they're only $20 for three?
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Modern Sprout Seed Pop Trio, $, available at The Sill
Lululemon Mini Belt Bag
Whether your mom is a hiker, biker, cycler, runner, or outdoor lover, a mini belt bag is essential. And with a tag from Lululemon, she'll never be able to guess how much you spent on it.
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Lululemon Mini Belt Bag, $, available at Lululemon
For The Consummate Hostess
Five Two Silicone Oven Mitts
Getting a cheap gift for a mom who loves to cook can sometimes look as discount as its price tag. But these silicone oven mitts are affordable, sturdy, and cute.
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Food52 Silicone Oven Mitts, $, available at Food 52
Holiday Cocktails Book
If your mom has a stocked bar, all you need to do is provide this creative holiday cocktails book to liven up your family shindig.
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Anthropologie Holiday Cocktails, $, available at Anthropologie
Flavored Simple Syrups Set
Uncommon Goods is filled with great cheap gifts for mom, but we're partial to this set of simple syrups, which can be used in cocktails, cooking, and baking.
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Leah Monoghan & Barb Stauffer Flavored Simple Syrups Set, $, available at Uncommon Goods
Monogrammed Key Catchall
We all know that one auntie who loves to monogram things (it's me, I'm the auntie), so why not give her back a small trinket dish with her initial on it? Cheap gifts can be thoughtful, too, you know.
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Mark and Graham Key Ceramic Catchall, $, available at Mark and Graham
For The Luxurious Mom
Pave Initial Necklace
Speaking of initials...adding one to anything is always super-thoughtful. But we love this initial necklace, which can rest close to her heart. Put mom's initial, or even yours (add your sibling's too for only $5 more and 1000+ family points), for a totally reasonable price.
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Tangerine Jewelry Shop Pave Initial Necklace, $, available at Tangerine Jewelry Shop
Dior Lip Oil
No, $40 is not a cheap gift, but when it comes to luxury, it cannot be beat. There's a reason this is at the top of every girlie's wishlist: It's as good as the hype.
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Dior Lip Oil, $, available at Sephora
Tony Moly Super Food Sheet Mask Set
Is there anything more luxurious than an at-home face mask? This is a great cheap gift for moms who need some extra R&R — it also comes with three in a pack for multiple uses.
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Tony Moly Super Food Bowl Sheet Mask Set, $, available at Ulta
Verbena Trio
Something about L'Occitane's verbena scent just screams luxury. This trio of best sellers feels as decadent as it smells.
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L'Occitane Verbena Trio, $, available at L'Occitane
For The Sentimental Mom
Hardcover Notebook
If your mom still waxes poetic about her high school diaries like mine (sorry to put you on blast like that Mom, but...), this is a great vehicle for her errant thoughts, poems, or daily to-do lists. Plus, we love that Papier's notebooks are customizable, if you want to write anything on the cover.
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Papier Hardcover Notebook, $, available at Papier
Photo Calendar
My sister creates a photo calendar for my mom every year, and it's the only gift she actively enjoys receiving. Fill it with pics of you, your kids, your pets, or old memories for a present that will make her tear up with joy.
Shop Minted
Minted Painted Script Photo Calendar, $, available at Minted
Abuela's Bakery Candle
We're obsessed with this Latinx-inspired candle, which evokes the scents of — you guessed it — your abuela's kitchen. With notes of saffron, coconut, and caramelized sugar, it's a delight for the senses.
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Bonita Fierce Abuela's Bakery Candle, $, available at Nordstrom
For The Mom On TikTok
A Court Of Thorns & Roses eBook Bundle
If your mom is one of the thousands who has stumbled into the wild world of BookTok, there's one series she needs to read ASAP. This five-book fantasy series is being turned into a show, so you know she's going to want to down it before then. Bonus: When she gets addicted, there's a ton of reasonably priced ACOTAR merch to load up on.
Shop Amazon
Kindle A Court Of Thorns And Roses eBook Bundle, $, available at Amazon
Satisfyer Pro 2
She's not a regular mom; she's a cool mom. If that sounds like your mother/aunt/grandma figure, she'll die a hundred (happy) deaths when she receives TikTok's most famous vibrator. It's currently on sale at PinkCherry for its lowest price ever, if you feel like stocking up for your friends, too.
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Satisfyer Pro 2, $, available at PinkCherry
Swiftea Mug
We don't know about you, but our moms, aunts, and grandmas have been thrilled to watch every grainy TikTok Eras Tour video we sent their way. There's no better way to indoctrinate Time Person of the Year's newest fan than with this adorable mug, decorated with Swift's albums.
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Milensky Co Swiftea Mug, $, available at Etsy
Power Lix Milk Frother
For under $10, you can help your mom turn her boring morning coffee into a luxurious latte or cappuccino.
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PowerLix Milk Frother, $, available at Amazon
For The First-Time Mom
Mama Necklace
Let her get accustomed to being called "Mama" with this gold-plated necklace that looks way more expensive than it is.
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Moodear Mama Gold-Plated Necklace, $, available at Amazon
Upgraded To MILF Candle
Show the newest mom in your life that she's still got it with this hilarious MILF candle.
Shop Etsy
Bern Design Co Milf Candle, $, available at Etsy
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