Gifts for students under $50

A cheap, useful gift for the friend who is always hunting for their keys.

A safe last-minute choice for an iPhone user whose wish list you do not know.

A simple stocking gift for a partner who spends winter outside.

Handy for travel days, short hikes or walking around a city with a phone, keys and wallet.

A practical winter pick for a runner or skier.

A popular, useful gift for a teen or student who carries a drink everywhere.

A well-made notebook for a coworker, boss or student who plans on paper.

A useful everyday notebook with a cover nice enough to give.

Works for a couple or friend who travels and would rather pick their own trip.

A compact stocking stuffer for someone who makes matcha lattes at home.

Suits a teacher, sibling or student who wants to start journaling or planning.

Everything needed for good coffee in a first flat or at work.

A bright bag for a student starting a new term.

Suits the daily takeaway-coffee buyer who wants their drink to stay hot on the commute.

A clever party game for friends who liked Codenames.

A small calming gift for someone stressed or short on sleep.

An easy Secret Santa pick that works with non-gamers and teens.

Suits a teen or student who carries water to school, practice or the gym.

A fun gift for a teen or sibling who loves Japanese food and culture.

Suits a food lover far from home who misses a particular city's bagels or barbecue.

A practical summer gift for someone who carries water everywhere.

A small add-on or stocking gift for anyone who already owns an Instax Mini.

Useful for a light sleeper, a student in a dorm, or anyone with a noisy commute.

A good beach or travel towel for a summer Christmas.

Helpful for a student who wants handwritten notes backed up digitally.

A safe Secret Santa or coworker gift from a well-known heritage brand.

An easy heritage-brand gift for a student or someone starting a fitness habit.

A last-minute thank-you for a coworker or new parents who would appreciate a night off cooking.

A cosy winter treat for a chai-latte fan.

A small box that fits a stocking and gets a group arguing quickly.