Best Valentine's Day gifts 2024 — 31 great ideas for every budget
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Finding the best Valentine's Day gifts isn't always easy. While there's no shortage of ways to show someone you care, choosing the right gift can be a challenge — especially when you're searching within a budget.
That said, our product experts have found the best Valentine's Day gifts no matter how much you're hoping to spend. There are excellent gifts for every budget you can get now to help celebrate your relationship. Sure, a flower delivery is always a safe choice, and we even have alternative flowers to gift on Valentine's Day, but we've rounded up plenty of other considerate gifts suited for V-Day.
We're certainly feeling the spirit of love this time of year, and with February 14th just around the corner, the countdown for gift-shopping is on. See the best Valentine's Day gifts we recommend below.
Gifts under $50
Hugging Salt and Pepper Shakers: $5 @ Amazon
These lovely hugging salt and pepper shakers are nothing short of adorable. They're the perfect Valentine's Day gift for the person who loves to cook. They add character to any countertop, while looking modern enough for most people's taste.
Tony's Chocolonely Chocolate Bar Pack: $9 @ Amazon
Chocolate is a must for Valentine's Day. This Tony's gift box contains a six-pack of the wonderful Tony's Chocolonely chocolate bars. Whatever they're training for in 2024, show your loved one they deserve to treat themselves this holiday season.
Stainless Steel Mesh Loop Apple Watch Band: $10 @ Amazon
For the Apple Watch user who would appreciate a more jewelry-like watch band, this premium-looking stainless steel mesh loop is a thoughtful gift. It comes in several metal options, so you can decide which best suits the recipient's style.
Frankies 457 Calabrian Chili Oil: $21 @ Amazon
We know you're planning a special Valentine's Day dinner, but if you really want to turn up the heat, this elegant bottle of Calabrian Chili Oil from Frankies 547 makes a great gift. The red packaging is totally on-brand for V-Day, too.
Owala FreeSip Water Bottle: $25 @ Amazon
For the special someone who loves to stay hydrated, the Owala FreeSip Stainless Steel Water Bottle is an excellent Valentine's Day gift. This 40-ounce bottle is leak-free and great for taking on-the-go, plus this color is perfect for the holiday of love. Target offers a similar model with handle for $37.
Mike's Hot Honey Original & Extra Hot Combo: $25 @ Amazon
Valentine's Day is a combination of sweet and spicy, right? If you ask me, hot honey is the best condiment to put on pretty much anything. Mike's Hot offers the perfect combination of sweet and heat, making this two-pack a delectable holiday gift.
Blueme Scented Candle: From $30 @ Bloomingdales
If you're looking for a luxurious Valentine's Day candle, one of our favorite brands to shop is Blueme. Available in a variety of scents and budgets, these candles look elegant and smell wonderful — a winning combination!
Le Creuset Mini Cocotte w/ Heart Knob: $31 @ Amazon
Can't splurge on the 2-quart heart-shaped Le Creuset dutch oven? These mini red cocottes with heart knobs are cute and functional. Whether it's for roasting garlic, small soup portions, or single-serving pasta bake, these cocottes are great to have in the kitchen.
JLab JBuds Mini: $39 @ Amazon
For just $39 the JBuds Mini wireless earbuds (which look super lovey-dovey in the Hot Pink color) deliver strong performance, and the super-compact design will be attractive to anyone with small ears. Read our full JLab JBuds Mini review to learn more.
Govee Neon RGBIC Rope Lights: $43 at Amazon
This elevated (yet still affordable) smart light strip is a hassle-free home decor upgrade, perfect home offices, living rooms and bedrooms alike. Thanks to the flexible design, it can even be used to design neon light murals. There are even love-themed light presets you can use help set the Valentine's Day mood.
Gifts under $100
LEGO Icons Bouquet of Roses: $59 @ Amazon
A bouquet of LEGO roses will last much longer than bouquet of normal flowers, making these an awesome Valentine's Day gift. The best part is that building the flowers makes for a fun activity to share with your loved one.
Echo Pop Valentine's Day Bundle: $63 @ Amazon
This bundle from Amazon pairs an Echo Pop smart speaker with a heart-covered faceplate. While the speaker is useful all year, the pink-and-red cover is perfect for getting into the spirit of love during Valentine's Day season.
Weighted Silk Sleep Mask: $74 @ Baloo Living
If you want to win Valentine's Day, give the gift of a good night's sleep. This elegant weighted sleep mask is light-blocking and sound-muffling, promoting deeper and more restful sleep.
Fujifilm Instax Mini 12: $78 @ Amazon
The Fujifilm Instax Mini 12 is the ideal camera for documenting life and printing memories. Anyone can pick up this camera, shoot and print their photos with no fuss. It's endless fun in a compact package, and you could even print out some pictures of you and your loved one to start.
The Champagne Glass (2 pack): $79 @ Glasvin
If your Valentine's Day typically includes a champagne toast, this set of stunning champagne glasses from this fine dining-approved glassware brand is a must-buy.
Kamsah Plate Set & Serving Platter: $80 @ Amazon
This 7-piece, hand-painted ceramic appetizer tray is the perfect Valentine's Day gift for the host in your life. It's the ideal size for holding dips and snacks, so what's not to love? Be sure to clip the addition coupon before checkout.
Ruched Faux Fur Throw: was $169 now $89 @ Quince
This dreamy faux fur throw is a foolproof Valentine's Day gift. It's sustainably produced and comes in a few chic color options, plus it's incredibly plush.
Fitbit Inspire 3: $99 @ Amazon
The Fitbit Inspire 3 is our favorite budget fitness tracker thanks to its small size, fantastic battery life, and colorful touchscreen. If you know someone who might appreciate a companion for their wellness goals, this tracker is a great gift and the purple band is perfect for Valentine's Day.
Beautiful 5.3 Qt Stand Mixer: $99 @ Walmart
Not only is this stand mixer from Drew Barrymore's home brand affordable, but it comes in an array of romantic colors. This is a thoughtful Valentine's Day gift for the home baker in your life.
Gifts under $200
Breo Foot Massager Machine: $109 @ Amazon
Make every day feel like a spa day with this heated foot massager machine. From deep kneading and compression to scraping and rolling, this massager can do it all. Plus, the foot sleeves are washable. Talk about a Valentine's Day gift that keeps on giving.
Egyptian Cotton Robe: $119 @ Pure Parima
A luxurious robe is a thoughtful Valentine's Day gift for someone you love. This one from Pure Parima is soft, comfortable and water-absorbent, so it's perfect to step into right after a soothing bath.
Kindle Paperwhite: $139 @ Amazon
Among the different Kindles, our favorite choice is the Kindle Paperwhite. The 6.8” display, water-resistant design and 10-week battery life make it a great Valentine's Day gift for romance novel-lovers — but you can read our full Kindle Paperwhite review to learn more.
Shokz OpenRun Pro: was $179 now $139 @ Amazon
Need a practical Valentine's Day gift for the athlete in your life? These headphones use bone conduction, meaning they let you stay aware of your surroundings while out on a run.
KitchenAid Pasta Roller Attachment: $149 @ Amazon
KitchenAid’s gourmet pasta attachment will take away all the hard work out of rolling out dough. That way, you can sit back more during date night at home while still enjoying fresh pasta from your own kitchen.
Petit Heart Eternity Roses: $129 @ Venus Et Fleur
As an alternative to flowers that wilt after a week, get your Valentine everlasting roses from Venus Et Fleur. While the company has dozens of arrangement varieties with several customization options, one of our favorites for this time of year is the Petit Heart with miniature roses.
Theragun Mini Massage Gun: $189 @ Amazon
Theragun's travel-sized massage gun comes with three foam attachments, so you can tailor the device based on your aches and pains. Therabody makes high-tech wellness luxurious, so your gift recipient will feel pampered on Valentine's Day.
Hatch Restore 2: $199 @ Hatch (BOGO 50% off)
When both halves of a couple get good sleep, everyone's happy. This is the best-looking sunrise alarm clock we've ever tried. Not only does it wake you with a gradual sunrise, but it can also work as a night light and sound machine. Buy one get one 50% off for Valentine's Day.
Gifts under $500
Marshall Kilburn II: $200 @ Amazon
This Bluetooth speaker delivers bumping bass inside a retro-looking, amplifier-like design that doubles as decor. Functional analogue control knobs on top let you tailor the sound to your liking, too. It's the perfect Valentine's Day gift for anyone music-lovers with an old-school aesthetic.
Shark FlexStyle Hair Styling System: $249 @ Shark
The Shark FlexStyle system is a great Dyson Airwrap alternative that costs about half the price of its competitor. Of course, the hair tools someone needs depends on their hair type, but overall, this all-in-one system is an awesome choice.
Oura Ring Generation 3: From $299 @ Best Buy
The Oura Ring Generation 3 is one of the best fitness trackers to buy if you don’t want it to look like you’re wearing a fitness tracker — this beautiful ring looks like jewelry. And jewelry is basically synonymous with Valentine's Day gifts, right? Read our full Oura Ring review to learn more.
Sonos Move 2: $449 @ Sonos
This booming battery-powered smart speaker has a long-lasting battery, water-resistance and technology that auto-calibrates the sound to your surroundings. Read our full Sonos Move 2 review to read why we love it.
AroMini BT Diffuser: $295 at AromaTech
This Bluetooth-connected, waterless aromatherapy diffuser is a brilliant gift idea for the person who prides themselves on a great-smelling home. It can be controlled via app, just be sure to bundle diffuser oil — maybe something from the brand's Love Story collection? — with your gift.
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