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You don’t have to spend hundreds of dollars to score a sweet gift and our following list is here to prove it. From delicious single malt whisky to a quality foot massager to stylish apparel and more, each product is relatively affordable and guaranteed to please. Don’t overthink the process or spend a small fortune when you can pick up one of these killer gifts for under $200 instead. Happy hunting.
Best Gifts Under $200 at a Glance:
- For a whisky lover: Man of Many Single Malt Whisky
- For the hobbyist: LEGO Creator Ford Mustang 10265 Building Kit
- For the stylish gent: New Balance 574
- For the tech head: Twelve South HiRise 3 Wireless Charging Stand
- For men’s hairstyles: Hanz de Fuko Claymation
Wynns John Riddoch Cabernet Sauvignon 2021 Gift Box
Price: AUD$175
Steeped in agricultural ambition, John Riddoch has earned its place as one of Australia’s greatest Cabernets through nearly four decades of modern vintages. This rare and delicious wine is made in small quantities from the best fruit, all of which is grown on the estate’s own plantings in terra rossa soil. It remains a quintessential Coonawarra Cab and one that’s made only in years when the highest quality grapes are available.
For the first time ever, Wynns has released the John Riddoch in a premium gift box, ensuring this wine will truly be a must-have collectible for every cellar around the world for years to come. Of course, the real gift is the liquid itself, a medium-bodied red that follows a floral and fruity nose with notes of dark cherry and a finish of chestnut and dark chocolate. Vibrant on the palate and effortlessly drinkable, this is a wine that demands to be enjoyed with good company. Cheers to that!
Glen Moray Sherry Cask Finish Single Malt Scotch 700mL
In Partnership with Glen Moray
Price: AUD$66
The Glen Moray Explorers Range is a collection of whiskies crafted to showcase the diverse flavours and exceptional quality of Glen Moray’s Speyside single malts. Available at Dan Murphy’s and BWS, each expression within this range highlights unique cask finishes and ageing techniques, designed to appeal to whisky enthusiasts with a spirit of adventure and a desire to explore new, distinct taste profiles.
Hailing from that very range, Glen Moray Sherry Cask Finish is a rich and layered single malt of considerable heritage. Known for its elegant interplay of flavours, the whisky is highlighted by a burnished gold hue that hints at the depth of its character. This one is aged in oak and finished in Oloroso sherry casks, with an inviting nose of sun-dried fruit, toasted cinnamon, and the soft allure of toffee candy. The sherry cask finish brings forward a subtle, rounded sweetness, enticing whisky enthusiasts with its aromatic complexity.
On the palate, Glen Moray Sherry Cask Finish reveals a luscious blend of sweet vanilla oak and dark chocolate, interwoven with oriental spice that adds a gentle warmth and exotic flair. The whisky’s mouthfeel is smooth yet full-bodied, balancing sweetness and spice. The finish is both warming and indulgent, with tingling spice that melds seamlessly with the bittersweet richness of dark chocolate, leaving a lasting impression of sophistication. The result is a long, rich, and satisfying finish that appeals to those who appreciate a harmonious balance of bold and refined flavours. Yes, please.
Frank Green 1L Water Bottle
Price: from AU$60
Frank Green’s reusable water bottle is triple-wall vacuum-insulated with ceramic lining to preserve the taste, temperature, and quality of your beverage. It comes in a variety of stylish colours and offers customisable features such as different lid types and a monogram option. We wouldn’t recommend a water bottle as a gift unless it was the best of its kind so proceed with confidence!
Duck One 2 Mini RGB Keyboard
Ducky keyboards are a gamer’s weapon of choice and this one delivers a brand-new miniature bezel design. Combine that with sturdy construction, optimised ergonomics, seamless keycaps, Cherry MX key switches, an illustrative spacebar, diversified lighting effects, and other sleek features, and you’re ready to rock and roll.
Fujifilm Instax mini Link 2 Special Edition
Price: from AU$179
As the first Instax smartphone printer, Fujifilm’s mini Link 2 blends the digital with the physical in unique and creative ways. Connect it with a smartphone app, explore the various features (such as the ability to draw illustrations directly into a real image), and let the compact printer take care of the rest. What you get in return is a printed photograph but with seamlessly integrated digital elements. Endless in possibility, this thing is also just plain fun.
Timex Expedition Metal Field Watch
Price: from US$63
No one delivers quality performance and unbeatable value quite like Timex. The brand’s latest field watch is streamlined by design and built for outdoor adventure, with a handy Quick Date function, 8-year battery life, handsome dial face, and patented electroluminescent lighting technology. Strap up and go.
Orbitkey Urban Sling
Price: from AU$125
With its slim but expandable structure, Orbitkey’s Urban Sling has perfected the art of the everyday travel accessory. Spacious compartments and an organised layout make room for all your essentials, while weather-resistant materials, sturdy zippers, an adjustable strap, and custom hardware drive home the performance factor. Choose between three different stylish colours.
The James Brand The Mehlville
Price: from AU$85
The EDC experts at The James Brand have crafted the ultimate carabiner, better known as The Mehlville. It’s forged from scratch out of a solid billet of sturdy metal and equipped with a dual-compartment design for multi-function usability. Speaking of usability, the integrated bottle opener makes for a nice touch. If you’re looking for an everyday tool that will last a lifetime, you’ve found it here.
Swatch BREAK FREE Collection
Price: from AU$175
Swatch’s BREAK FREE Collection lives up to its name at first sight with a dazzling array of creative watch designs. Inspired by the Swatch World Breakdance Championship in 1984—for which artist Keith Haring created the iconic poster art—each model incorporates eye-popping colour and vivid illustration. Our wrists suddenly feel boring without one.
Dometic Thermo Beverage Cooler
Price: from AU$35
Think of Dometic’s Thermo Beverage Cooler as a top-shelf koozie and a trusty one at that. Forged from stainless steel, it can wrap a 375ml can or bottle within its double-insulated domain, keeping the liquid cold for hours on end. Choose between a variety of colours.
Glenmorangie 10yr Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Price: from AU$99
Glenmorangie’s 10-year single malt is an enduring dram that continues to punch well above its affordable price tag. Distilled in Scotland’s tallest stills and aged in a variety of ex-bourbon casks, the whisky delivers a creamy texture and an exceptional balance between sweetness and nuttiness with ample hints of malted grain. Your liquor cabinet is incomplete without it.
Apple AirTag 4 Pack
Price: from AU$146.99
Apple’s compact AirTag connects with your iPad or iPhone and emits a signature sound so that you may never lose your precious items again. Each one also taps into a broader network of fellow users (via Find My Network) to offer far more range than it would on its own.
New Balance 574
Price: from AU$170
New Balance proves itself to be so much more than your dad’s favourite sneaker brand with the versatile and stylish 574. This striking silhouette goes wider than previous running shoes and combines lightweight EVA foam cushioning with suede and mesh uppers to deliver absolute comfort and support. Now if you don’t mind, we’re off to snag a pair for ourselves!
Terre d’Hermes Eau de toilette
Price: from AU$140
Terre d’Hermès Eau de toilette has been an olfactory force since it was first introduced, and to this day, it signifies the connection between man and nature. Spicy and woody in essence, it reveals citrus top notes and subtle flint accents as it unfolds over the senses. Bring in the meticulous bottle design and you’re looking at the perfect gift.
Jack The Barber Traditional Barber Shaving Kit
Price: from AU$25
There’s something to be said for a classic barber shave, and this handsome kit is here to say it. It consists of a chrome stand, a chrome double-edged safety razor, a shaving brush, and deluxe shaving cream, cultivating timeless style with the precision to match.
Stanley Quencher H2.0 1.2L
Price: from AU$70
Leave it to long-running drinkware brand Stanley to craft the ultimate beverage vessel. Crafted from 90% recycled stainless steel, it keeps up to 40 oz of liquid hot or cold for hours and looks downright indestructible in the process. Additional features include a reusable straw and comfort-grip handle for added convenience. Load this one up and go.
Yeti 46 oz Rambler Bottle
Price: from AU$85
For all the big gulpers out there, accept nothing less than the Yeti Rambler. Double-wall vacuum insulated and 100% leakproof, it holds up to 46 oz of hot or cold liquid and retains temperature to the very last drop. Of course, you knew this one did the job as soon as you saw the name “Yeti.”
Cube Pomodoro Timer
Price: from US$40
Remember those old-school kitchen timers with rotary dials? This modern iteration is about to render them extinct. Magnetic and rechargeable, it offers a slew of different countdown modes and kicks into gear every time you flip it over. Plus, it just looks cool.
Jack Daniel’s Old No. 7 Tennessee Whiskey
Price: from AU$94
For a quintessential taste of Tennesee whiskey, look no further than Jack Daniel’s Old No. 7. Its origins date back to the distillery’s earliest days and the flavour is accordingly timeless in its blend of banana, corn, cola, and oak spice. Sippable in its own right, this whiskey is also perfect for mixing. Accept no substitutes.
Hoka Ora Recovery Slide 3
Price: AUD$199.99
Available in a variety of stylish colourways, Hoka’s Ora Recovery Slide 3 generates all kinds of beneficial comfort. Each pair features ventilated airflow channels, dual-density geometry, and injection-molded EVA midsoles. Your feet will thank you.
Therabody Wave Solo
Price: AUD$129
Massage, anyone? This smart and compact vibration therapy device is duly up to the task, delivering targeted treatment to reduce tension and expedite muscle recovery. Choose between three vibration frequencies as you apply it to much-needed areas on your body, relishing its innovative texture and near-silent performance. Ahhhhhhh, that’s the stuff!
Oscar Deen Pinto Sunglasses
Price: From AUD$249
Quality construction meets conspicuous style on the Pinto Sunglasses from Oscar Deen. Mazzucchelli acetate frames ensure absolute durability while lightweight organic plastic lenses cultivate brilliant clarity and comfort alike. Each pair also comes with a custom-made case of recycled composite leather.
UE Wonderboom 3
Price: AUD$149
We love the massive performance and go-anywhere attitude of this deceptively compact speaker, which runs for up to 14 hours on a single charge. It’s resistant to dust and water, equipped with one-touch bass boost, and able to sync with another speaker of its kind for two-channel stereo sound. This is how you bring the party outdoors, people!
Bellroy Hide and Seek Wallet
Price: AUD$129
Australia’s own Bellroy are kings of leather goods and the Hide and Seek Wallet may very well be their masterpiece. If you can’t fit all your cards and bills inside this slim EDC, then you’re rolling with too many cards and bills. A hidden storage compartment and built-in RFID protection round out its signature allure.
Twelve South HiRise 3 Wireless Charging Stand
Price: AUD$249.95
Equal parts sleek, smart, and space-saving, this compact stand can wirelessly charge your iPhone, AirPods, and Apple Watch at the very same time. Kiss goodbye to clutter and say hello to your new little friend.
Hanz de Fuko Claymation
Price: AUD$39
Why settle for an inferior styling product when you can score this nourishing “clay-wax” hybrid instead? Chock full of all-natural ingredients—including jojoba oil, castor seed oil, and sunflower seed oil—it delivers a superb hold with the perfect touch of pliability for semi-matte hairstyles.
Man of Many Single Malt Whisky
Price: AUD$175
Our very own co-founders teamed up with leading American distillery Westward to offer this one-of-a-kind single malt whisky. It comes straight from a single barrel and rides over the palate in waves of sweet malt and citrus fruit, with a subtle effervescence and glorious stout-like finish.
Twelve South Curve Laptop Stand
Price: AUD$89.95
Working on a laptop all day can be a literal pain in the neck, but it doesn’t have to be. Enter this modern laptop stand, which combines ergonomic design with a sleek matte finish and takes up far less space than any standing desk.
Christian Dior Sauvage Parfum 100ml
Price: AUD$224.99
French luxury house Christian Dior drew inspiration from unspoiled land and crackling fire beneath an epic night sky when formulating this acclaimed fragrance. It opens warm and fresh and reveals notes of mandarin, tonka bean, and sandalwood as it unfolds.
Things to Consider for Under $200 Gift Ideas
When it comes to affordable gift ideas, simply wrapping a bow on a new fragrance isn’t quite enough. In fact, if you want to get the special occasion right, there are a few things you need to consider:
- Price: Perhaps the most obvious consideration, the price will inevitably play a factor in your purchasing decision. While you may want to splash out for a significant birthday or gifting event, more often than not, you’ll be aiming around the $50-$100 mark. To get the most out of your alcohol gift idea, don’t be afraid to shop around for the best price.
- Interests: Before you pull the trigger on a cheap gift, it’s important that you consider the giftee’s interests. While some ideas might be frugal, that doesn’t necessarily mean that they are good.
Alternatives to Gifts Under $200
If you are looking for something other than just a great bargain idea, we’ve got you covered. Outside of just under $200 gift ideas, we’ve collated our favourite releases across a number of different categories. So, no matter what that special someone in your life is keen on, you’ll find it here.
How Man of Many Chose the Best Gift Ideas Under $200
With more than 10 years of experience sipping the best in products, culture and style, Man of Many’s editors are sticklers for research and certainly know a thing or two about gifts. This list of gift ideas was curated through the personal experience of experts, alongside extensive and online research from camping stores and retailers. Each product on this list was checked by the Man of Many staff prior to publication for the official tick of approval. You can review our editorial policy here surrounding how we maintain our independence in our editorial reviews.
