We found budget-friendly Valentine's Day gifts everyone will love

These presents may be inexpensive, but their reactions will be priceless.
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As Valentine’s Day approaches, the pressure to get the perfect present builds. You could always go with classic gifts like red roses and heart-shaped candy, but those options can often feel a little stale.

If you’re tired of the same old items — or just looking to switch it up for this holiday — we’ve found great Valentine’s Day gift ideas for every budget! Whether you’re looking for presents for her, him or even for the kiddos, these picks prove you don’t have to spend top dollar to show them you care.

Inexpensive Valentine’s gifts for her

Ways to Say "I Love You" Print Download

Yes, this is a download, but it’s a super inexpensive way to gift art. Just print it out large scale, grab a frame and voila!

Love Connection Personalized Photo Puzzle

Old-school puzzles are still popular to this day. This unique Valentine’s Day gift can be customized with your favorite image of the two of you!

Dash Love Mini Waffle Maker

This cutie makes mini waffles with X’s and O’s printed all over. The best part? It won’t take up too much cabinet space. Valentine’s Day breakfast: solved!

Initial Heart Necklace

Jewelry gifts for Valentine’s Day don’t have to cost you an arm and a leg. Case in point, this bestselling necklace from Amazon is only $13.

St. Valentine Tic-Tac-Toe Cookie Game

Challenge them to a few rounds of tic-tac-toe before sinking your teeth into these delicious cookies. It's perfect for simultaneously firing up your competitive side and satisfying your sweet tooth.

Avocado Plush with Gummy Heart Box

Your favorite avocado toast lover will squeal over this cuddly duo. To make things even sweeter, the two plushies come with red gummy candies.

Homesick Love Letters Candle

Homesick Candles has plenty of sentimental scents in its Valentine’s Day collection, but this “Love Letters” scent boasts notes of rose petals, sandalwood and red plum that she’ll want to burn all day long.

Casely Candy Hearts Phone Case

For a phone case that’s equal parts durable and adorable, turn to this one from Casely, aptly designed for Valentine’s Day. No matter if they’re clumsy or have butterfingers, Casely’s protectors help keep phones remain scratch- and crack-free.

Terrarium Candle

It may look like a mini terrarium, but it’s actually a deliciously fragranced candle! They’re almost too pretty to burn and would look beautiful on a shelf or grouped together on a table.

Multitasky Deluxe Foldable Charging Stand

As the brand name implies, this handy charging stand allows you to easily multitask. She can charge her phone while watching her favorite show or TikToker and getting ready for a night out.

StarRegistration.net Standard Star Gift Pack

This unique gift will be one that lasts more than a lifetime — literally. Star Registration allows you to choose the brightness of the star (to determine where exactly you can view it from), as well as a custom certificate to memorialize the unique gift with. As an add-on, you can even choose a zodiac necklace to go along with it.

1-800 Flowers Expressions of Love Bouquet

Sometimes you just can’t go wrong with a classic bouquet.Blooming with multi-colored roses, Alstroemeria (Peruvian lilies) and pink mini carnations, this arrangement is sure to warm their heart.

Kate Spade New York Heart Stud Earrings

Show her she has the key to your heart with these chic gold earrings in a trendy mismatched style. One reviewer mentioned, " they are a expensive looking pair of earrings that I will cherish."

Scentbird 3-Month Subscription

Perfume is a great gift — but it’s all too easy to get it wrong. Scentbird is here to rectify the problem with its subscription service! Each month, your loved one can choose a sample size perfume from more than 400 options.

Inexpensive Valentine’s gifts for kids

Mudpuppy Around The World Mini Coloring Roll

Perfect for on-the-go, this mini coloring roll comes complete with crayons to keep them occupied sans screens.

"Tiny T. Rex and the Perfect Valentine," by Jonathan Stutzman

This dino’s arms may be small, but he has a big heart! Enjoy this festive page-turner with your littlest valentine on Feb. 14.

Moriah Elizabeth Mini Mystery Plush

They'll be excited to open this box and reveal which new plush friend is waiting for them. There's also a collector poster inside to match.

Lego Friends Flowers and Chocolates Set

If they’re too young to appreciate the sentiment of real flowers and chocolate, gift them with the Lego version instead with this 75-piece set.

Melissa & Doug Decorate-Your-Own Wooden Heart Box

Make Valentine’s Day an occasion to get crafty and decorate these heart-shaped boxes together. When they’re finished, you can fill them with sweet treats that they can enjoy in the following days.

Slumberkins Otter’s Heart Family Board Book

Slumberkins’ mission is to help promote early emotional learning in children. This book is a sweet example of teaching your child that they are loved and safe through the lens of a little otter.

Chasing Paper Strong Print

This art print reminds kids and young adults that it’s ok to feel whatever they’re feeling at any given time. Plus, 10% of proceeds from this print go to Active Minds, an organization that supports awareness for young adults’ mental health through advocacy and education.

Crayola Mess-Free Touch Lights

Take the stress out of arts and crafts with this mess-free doodle board. Your child can draw with the touch of their finger, meaning you’ll never have to worry about spilled paint or smeared crayon markings.

Real Cooking Chocolate Pen

This chocolate pen is perfect for the littles who love to get creative in the kitchen. Load it up with one of the four packets of liquid chocolate it comes with, and they can use the pen to design freshly-baked goods or use the molds to make poppable bits! And they won't have to wait long either because, according to the brand, the chocolate hardens in minutes.

Unicorn Jewelry Making Kit

Let them express their creativity with this colorful jewelry-making kit. Plus, they can reuse the unicorn organizer once they start running low on beads with little treasures!

Inexpensive Valentine’s gifts for him

Paper Emporium Co. Custom Star Map

This customized star map captures the sky on the day you and your sweetheart met and is under $10. All you’ll need to do is grab a frame for the perfect, personal Valentine’s Day gift.

Champion Powerblend Fleece Hoodie

This highly-rated Champion hoodie looks so comfortable you might just steal it for yourself! It’s available in 12 different colors, so there’s something for everyone.

Magnolia Babe Ruth Leather Sign

If they need a little pick-me-up every once in a while or some desk side motivation, gift them with this inspiring sign that will remind them to never give up.

MeUndies MatchMe Pairs

Even if you’re not into matching, any man will appreciate a new pair of boxers. MeUndies are known for their super-soft feel thanks to the brand’s MicroModal fabric made from all natural materials. You can purchase a matching set (currently 30% off) or opt for single styles at varying prices.

Sur La Table Online Cooking Class

This year you might be searching for an experience gift that doesn’t involve leaving the house, and this online cooking class might be the perfect fit. Classes start at just $29 per household and cover a variety of techniques, dishes and flavors you’ll enjoy getting to make together.

The Manly Man Jerky Heart

The perfect romantic gift for him might be a little harder to find. We recommend this clever, unique Jerky Heart with 10 different flavors of beef jerky. Every partner will find something that they like!

Hydroflask Travel Coffee Mug

For taking coffee on-the-go, gift them with this Hydroflask travel mug that is available in six different colors. With a slide-in lid, they won’t have to worry about their coffee spilling on either their best clothes or the upholstered seats of their car. An added perk? This model fits in your car’s cupholder, making it even easier to take mobile.

City Bonfires Valentine’s S’mores Night Pack

Looking to celebrate Valentine’s Day with some time outdoors? Use this portable campfire to add some romance to any adventure. Sleek, portable and easy to light and reuse, it has five hours of burn time and comes with s’mores for you to enjoy.

Hot Sauces of America Gift Box

If he’s always asking for the “hottest” hot sauce available, this set of five just might do the trick. It features flavor profiles from all over the U.S., so he is bound to find a new favorite that delivers the ideal amount of heat.

How we chose

The Shop TODAY editors and writers search the internet to find the best products out there that would make great gifts for people who love to clean. We use our own personal experiences with products and brands to make shopping easier for our readers.

Don’t forget to check out Shop TODAY’s other gift guides to find the perfect Valentine’s Day gifts on Amazon, for long-distance relationships, for new couples and more.