27 Affordable Valentine's Day Gifts He'll Love

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Finding a thoughtful Valentine's Day gift can be tricky, especially if your top love language isn't gift giving. Getting him something he'll actually use and appreciate is ideal, but that's easier said than done if even he doesn't know what he wants. That's why we found a variety of awesome, affordable Valentine's Day gifts he'll adore. Everything is under $50!

Whether you're celebrating your first Valentine's Day as a couple or you've been together for years, these picks are functional, meaningful, and just really cool. From innovative gadgets that will make life easier to fun picks that'll keep him entertained, these presents will have him completely smitten. Shop our top picks ahead!

— Additional reporting by Lauren Harano

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Something Cozy: Nordstrom Cozy Teddy Faux Fur Throw Blanket
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Something Cozy: Nordstrom Cozy Teddy Faux Fur Throw Blanket

Make movie nights at home a little more luxe and cuddly with this Nordstrom Cozy Teddy Faux Fur Throw Blanket ($49). It comes in various colors, including beige, white, olive, and gray.

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For Candy-Lovers: Sugarfina Love Letters Taste Box Valentine's Day 2022
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For Candy-Lovers: Sugarfina Love Letters Taste Box Valentine's Day 2022

The Sugarfina Love Letters Taste Box Valentine's Day 2022 ($42) is a delish gift for the ultimate candy-lover in your life. It contains a set of 16 different sweet treats, including dark-chocolate sea-salt caramels, chocolate-covered cookie dough, winter-berry sparkle pops, champagne gummy bears, and more.

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A Mini Game: Retro Electric Skeeball Game
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A Mini Game: Retro Electric Skeeball Game

Whether he works from home or loves a classic arcade game, the Retro Electric Skeeball Game ($25) will keep him entertained.

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For "The Office" Fans: Clue: "The Office" Board Game
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For "The Office" Fans: Clue: "The Office" Board Game

If your loved one is obsessed with "The Office," he'll love the Clue: "The Office" Board Game ($44). It has the same concept as the original Clue game, but in this version, they'll have to figure out who killed Toby and where in the office the murder took place. They can play as Jim, Stanley, Pam, Dwight, Andy, or Angela.

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A Mini Game: UO Mini Tabletop Pool Game
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A Mini Game: UO Mini Tabletop Pool Game

Dating a pool shark? He'll adore this UO Mini Tabletop Pool Game ($30).

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A Tech Gift: Elago Charging Hub
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A Tech Gift: Elago Charging Hub

He can charge his phone, watch, and AirPods all at once with this helpful Elago Charging Hub ($25). It's perfect for his bedside table or his desk.

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An Everyday Essential: Personalized Wallet
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An Everyday Essential: Personalized Wallet

This Personalized Wallet ($44+) is a stylish option. You can customize it with a variety of color and font options.

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A Fun Mug: Playful Sports Mugs
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A Fun Mug: Playful Sports Mugs

Make his mornings a little more fun with Playful Sports Mugs ($25). These are perfect for the guy who plays with his food — you can choose a basketball mug with a hoop, a hockey mug with a net, a soccer mug with a goal, or a baseball mug with a glove.

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A Gift For Fitness Enthusiasts: Mobot Grace 27-Ounce Foam Roller Water Bottle
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A Gift For Fitness Enthusiasts: Mobot Grace 27-Ounce Foam Roller Water Bottle

Get the fitness enthusiast this Mobot Grace 27-Ounce Foam Roller Water Bottle ($50). It's a water bottle that doubles as a foam roller, so he can recover and hydrate with one useful gift. He can fill it up with hot or cold water to get the roller to the right temperature. It comes in blue, sky blue, and cream.

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For the Chef: BBQ Grill Tool Set
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For the Chef: BBQ Grill Tool Set

The grill master in your life will appreciate this 16-piece BBQ Grill Tool Set ($32, originally $84). It comes with a swiss knife, a spatula with a bottle opener, tongs, a basting brush, a cleaning brush, corn holders, and skewers.

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A Useful Gift: Desk Lamp Bluetooth Speaker
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A Useful Gift: Desk Lamp Bluetooth Speaker

The Desk Lamp Bluetooth Speaker ($30) is a lamp, pen cup, and Bluetooth speaker all in one. It's perfect for listening to podcasts and music, and it's a major space saver — who needs a speaker, pen cup, and lamp when you have this?

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A Relaxing Gift: Viktor Jurgen Neck Massage Pillow
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A Relaxing Gift: Viktor Jurgen Neck Massage Pillow

Treat him to this relaxing Viktor Jurgen Neck Massage Pillow ($34, originally $60). It's portable and great for travelers, and it even heats up for a cozy vibe.

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A Smart Planner: Rocketbook Reusable Everyday Planner
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A Smart Planner: Rocketbook Reusable Everyday Planner

The Rocketbook Reusable Everyday Planner ($38) is a 48-page reusable smart planner that contains daily, weekly, and monthly planning templates. His handwritten notes and agendas will be uploaded to his favorite cloud-based service, so he can access it via laptop, tablet, or smartphone. It comes with the Pilot Frixion Pen and a microfiber cloth.

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For Cookie-Dough Fans: Cookie DŌ "Love Is Sweet" Cookie Dough Taster Minis
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For Cookie-Dough Fans: Cookie DŌ "Love Is Sweet" Cookie Dough Taster Minis

Cookie DŌ "Love Is Sweet" Cookie Dough Taster Minis ($49 for six) are perfect for the one who prefers cookie dough to actual cookies. The flavors include Signature Chocolate Chip, DunkaDŌo, Gimme S'more, Cake Batter, Brookie Dough, and Sugar Cookie.

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For a Deep Cleanse: Buttah Skin Vibe + Cleanse Cleanser & Facial Cleansing Device Set
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For a Deep Cleanse: Buttah Skin Vibe + Cleanse Cleanser & Facial Cleansing Device Set

Help him change up his skin-care routine with the Buttah Skin Vibe + Cleanse Cleanser & Facial Cleansing Device Set ($50). It's water resistant, with silicone bristles. He can choose high/strong vibrations for a deep cleanse and exfoliation or the low/soft option for a gentler treatment.

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For the Organized One: Great Useful Stuff Multi-Device Charging Station
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For the Organized One: Great Useful Stuff Multi-Device Charging Station

This handy Great Useful Stuff Multi-Device Charging Station ($40) is perfect for neatly charging and storing electronics. It'll help organize their home office.

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For the Gamer: Cable Guys Chewbacca Device Holder
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For the Gamer: Cable Guys Chewbacca Device Holder

If he loves gaming and Star Wars, get him this Cable Guys Chewbacca Device Holder ($25). It's perfect for holding his controller and other tech.

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A Personalized Gift: Personalized Wooden French Press With Engraved Name
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A Personalized Gift: Personalized Wooden French Press With Engraved Name

If he loves his morning coffee, get him this Personalized Wooden French Press With Engraved Name ($25, originally $50). You can choose between two styles and personalize it with his name. It has a wooden lid and handle with a glass carafe. It looks stylish, works like charm, and is perfect for brewing full-flavored coffee or tea.

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A Fun Desk Find: Desktop Drum Set
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A Fun Desk Find: Desktop Drum Set

The Desktop Drum Set ($15) is a fun gag gift for their desk. There's no stress reliever like jamming out on a tiny drum set.

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For the Sneakerhead: "Sneaker Freaker: The Ultimate Sneaker Book" by Simon Wood
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For the Sneakerhead: "Sneaker Freaker: The Ultimate Sneaker Book" by Simon Wood

"Sneaker Freaker: The Ultimate Sneaker Book" by Simon Wood ($50) is a stylish coffee-table book a true sneakerhead will appreciate. It's an anthology of all things sneaker culture, with exclusive pictures and a history of some of the most sought-out pieces.

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For the Basketball-Lover: GoSports Basketball Door Hoop With 3 Premium Basketballs and Pump
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For the Basketball-Lover: GoSports Basketball Door Hoop With 3 Premium Basketballs and Pump

You probably can't build them a basketball court, but this GoSports Basketball Door Hoop With 3 Premium Basketballs and Pump ($40) is a good compromise.

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For the Star Wars Fan: Star Wars Darth Vader Waffle Maker
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For the Star Wars Fan: Star Wars Darth Vader Waffle Maker

The Star Wars Darth Vader Waffle Maker ($45) is fun and useful — any morning that starts off with Darth Vader waffles is a good morning.

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For the One Who Needs a Personal Assistant: Echo Dot
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For the One Who Needs a Personal Assistant: Echo Dot

The Echo Dot ($50) will be their new best friend. They'll be able to play music, set timers, call anyone hands free, control the rest of their smart home, get information about almost anything, and more.

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For the Coffee-Drinker: Fellow Carter Everywhere Travel Mug
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For the Coffee-Drinker: Fellow Carter Everywhere Travel Mug

This Fellow Carter Everywhere Travel Mug ($30-$35) is sleek and useful. It comes in a variety of colors, including blue, black, and white.

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Classic House Slides: Adidas Adilette Stripe Sport Slide
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Classic House Slides: Adidas Adilette Stripe Sport Slide

They'll want to wear these Adidas Adilette Stripe Sport Slides ($45) everywhere. Comfortable and durable, they come in a variety of colors and patterns.

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A Shower-Time Necessity: Sudski Portable Shower Drink Holder
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A Shower-Time Necessity: Sudski Portable Shower Drink Holder

Level up their shower time with this Sudski Portable Shower Drink Holder ($15-$16). After all, there's nothing like unwinding in the shower with your favorite can.