Shopping for one person is hard enough, so shopping for a couple can feel nearly impossible. Choosing the perfect gift for a couple means finding something that balances both of their interests and personalities, while still having a bit of a personal touch.
Whether you’re shopping for newlyweds, longtime partners, or even the couple who already has everything, this list has something for everyone. From budget-friendly options to splurge-worthy finds, these thoughtful gifts are perfect for any occasion.
No matter what you choose, these gift ideas are sure to win over any couple on your list and maybe even score you an invite to their next dinner party!
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Best gifts for couples under $30
Every couple has a location that holds significant meaning in their hearts — their first date spot, where they got engaged, or where they got married, for example. This custom Etsy gift allows them to commemorate their spot in a uniquely memorable way — plus it’ll look stellar presented in their home!
Whether they’ve been married six months or 50 years, there’s always something extra sentimental about personalized wedding ring boxes. This one from Etsy can be engraved with a wedding date, their shared last name and the first names of the happy couple, making it a gift they’ll be able to cherish for a lifetime.
Perfect for the couple whose favorite date nights are spent in the kitchen, social media producer Anita Chomenko recommends gifting them with this dishware set for making brick oven pizza from the comfort of their own home. According to the brand, the stone heats evenly and absorbs moisture for a crispy and delicious crust.
Thinking of out-of-the-box dates can be difficult, but these cards make it easy. It comes with 40 scratch-off cards featuring date ideas, each accompanied by a few context clues, such as time of day, budget, and length of date.
Add a new component to date night with this deck of question cards from Actually Curious. Whether they’re a new couple still learning the little things or they’ve been together for a while and want an engaging way to stay up-to-date on each other, this deck of cards is sure to be a favorite.
Shopping for a couple with a major sweet tooth? They’ll be delighted to find this set of chocolate-inspired macarons on their doorstep. Macaron Queen is known for its flavorful shells and fillings and this one has delightful flavors like chocolate chip, Oreo, Thin Mint and raspberry chocolate truffle. Yum!
With notes of fresh linen and champagne, they can light this candle when they want to reminisce on their special day. This is “a very thoughtful wedding present that I’d recommend to everyone,” one reviewer said.
This puzzle subscription (and Gifts We Love 2025 pick) makes for a cute and cozy date night at home that doesn't involve screens. This puzzle subscription is a rental that allows them to try a variety of different types and levels. And when they're done, they return them for a new one!
Best gifts for couples under $50
From savory to sweet recipes, help the happy couple adjust to life at a new apartment or living together for the first time with this cookbook that provides recipes for any appetite. While it’s labeled for ‘newlyweds,’ many reviewers who are not in that stage of life love it as well. “Not a newlywed, just love new recipes, and this cookbook has surpassed my expectations,” said one reviewer, adding that they “love the variety of recipes- everything from easier weeknight recipes to more adventurous date night meals.”
We hope the art of sending good old-fashioned handwritten notes never goes out of style, so we always like gifting couples custom stationery sets they can keep on hand for those times when they want to send a personal message to loved ones. You can customize this set from Papier with the happy couple’s names and choose from one of 10 borders to make it uniquely “them.”
This personalized photo ornament is one of Shop TODAY’s 2024 Gifts We Love, because it’s a thoughtful, sentimental gift that won’t break the bank. Commemorate celebrations such as their wedding, engagement photos or place one of their favorites from a recent photoshoot inside.
This is a certified “good gift,” according to editorial assistant Annie Shigo. You can customize it with the couple’s college town, the city where they met or the state that they’re currently living in.
“My boyfriend and I built this botanical-inspired set during one rainy, lazy Saturday when we didn’t want to dedicate any energy to leaving my apartment,” deputy managing editor Jess Bender says. “Despite the 770+ pieces it came with, it felt pretty easy to tackle over the span of a few hours thanks to the clear directions and separate brick baggies that it came with.”
The final result was breathtaking, she adds, making this the perfect gift for the couple whose love language is quality time (or if they just can’t keep plants alive).
Take the pressure out of cooking with a brand new Crock-Pot. Bender says she and her boyfriend love "a cozy meal that requires little effort."
This option even has a lockable lid, making it easy to transport to and from holiday dinners.
For couples who love to entertain, this warming mat is perfect for hosting dinner parties. It has three temperature settings that keep hot dishes warm prior to serving. Plus, it rolls up so they can bring it to friends' gatherings and easily stow it away when not in use.
Best gifts for couples under $100
These days, we all have a bajillion photos on our phones and most of them never get printed out. Mixtiles is on a mission to change that and makes it easy to turn phone pictures into 8-by-8 photo tiles that you can stick onto your walls. The best part? When you feel like redecorating, you can remove the tile from the wall and re-stick it elsewhere. It’s a perfect gift option for the couple that loves adorning their walls with family memories and is also ideal for newlyweds!
No matter how long you’ve been living in your home, there’s always something you need, especially if your decor has seen better days. HomeGoods is a one-stop shop that has everything from bedding and bathroom essentials to lamps, clocks, frames and more.
Treat them to the ultimate date night with a Tickermaster gift card. That way, they can pick an entertainment or sporting event of their choosing. "Concerts are crazy expensive! It’d be nice not to pay exorbitant fees out of pocket for at least one night out," says Bender.
For the couple who isn’t bothered by PDA, gift them these mugs that capture the love they have for one another. Pose them apart or together to create the kissing gesture. One reviewer uses them “as gifts for engagements and the couples have absolutely loved how unique and sweet the mugs are.”
If they love cozying up on the couch after a long day, or are big fans of cuddling during movie marathons, this “lightweight,” and “super-soft” throw is sure to add to the snug and homey vibes. It’s available in a number of colors, and can even be customized with their last name or initials in a variety of fonts and monograms.
Help them start each new year of marriage right with this anniversary journal. It includes prompts for healthy communication and conversation and allows them to reflect back on the past year and look ahead to what’s to come. Written by former reality TV stars Jeremy and Audrey Roloff, this novel provides couples with a fun memento to look back on their marriage.
Shop TODAY editors rounded up all the gifts we love from 2023, and we can’t get enough of this coffee of the month subscription that sends the recipient their preferred number of coffee bags and a country card that shares information about the coffee.
“I’m maybe a bit biased because my favorite type of gift to give is subscriptions — they give people gifts to look forward to beyond the holiday season,” says media coordinator Lauren Biggerstaff.
For the couple who are always sharing songs and creating playlists for their better half, gift them with this customizable mixtape pillow. “I was looking for a unique anniversary gift when I came across this mixed tape pillow,” one reviewer said, adding, “My husband absolutely loved the gift.”
Commemorate their big day with this photo frame, which includes details about the special occasion, including their engagement story, how they met, the location of their wedding, and other details you want to remember forever. Select either a modern or vintage font and design to perfectly match their aesthetic.
Upgrade their streaming experience with the Roku Ultra that offers high-quality streaming in 4K, HDR and Dolby Vision. It comes with the Roku Voice Remote Pro, which allows users to use wired or wireless headphones and enjoy their favorite programming for their ears only. It’s perfect for couples with opposite sleeping schedules so they can watch their favorite movies or shows without disturbing each other.
Mahjong has been all the rage lately, and this Gifts We Love 2025 pick is a perfect addition to a couple's board game collection. "While you can play with two people, it's best with four, so it’s nice for hosting other friends," says video producer Chomenko.
Couples who love to grill will flip over this practical and innovative smart meat thermometer that monitors the progress of your dinner while you prep the side dishes or chat with your friends. The wireless leave-in model has a 165-foot range and communicates with the accompanying app to notify you when your food is ready. Pretty cool, right?
Best gifts for couples under $200
A Shop TODAY favorite for a luxury gift at a semi-affordable price, these champagne glasses aren’t the only options available for those who want to celebrate something special with a drink.
Red wine, pinot noir, beer glasses and more are also sold at the same price, depending on their drink of choice. They’re all crafted out of crystal glass to add a simple, yet elegant look to any bar cart.
Sfoglini is known for its inventive pasta shapes and flavors, such as rye trumpets and whole grain radiators. Now, the couple you’re shopping for can enjoy these wild boxes of pasta in a subscription box form. The brand will send them 12 boxes of pasta over a six-month period.
There’s no need to head to the store to print out your favorite photos with this bestselling at-home photo printer from Kodak. It prints laminated 4-by-6 pictures and is compatible with a free app available on iPhones and Androids.
Every couple has that one person who hogs the blankets (and insists they don’t). This problem can be easily resolved with a larger blanket and Big Blanket Co. has taken on the task with this bestselling 10-by-10-foot blanket. According to the brand, it’s made with temperature-regulating material, so neither of them will get too hot or too cold. It comes in over a dozen standard colors and seven limited edition options.
Whether you’re shopping for a couple who is always cold or just likes to get cozy, this soft throw blanket will be a winner when unwrapped. Not only is it super soft and pill-resistant, but it was also named one of Oprah’s Favorite Things last year.
This luxe present is one they’ll get endless use out of. Surprise the happy couple with this incredible picnic set, which includes utensils, cloth napkins, stemless champagne glasses and more. For an extra $15, you can even customize the basket with their names to make it an extra special gift.
Any couple that loves to write sweet love notes will appreciate this modern twist on the romantic gesture. It’s a connected messaging device that works with an app to make love notes, drawings, stickers and photos appear inside the wooden box. It spins to signal that a message has arrived. What a unique, loving idea, right?
For the couple that are both coffee fanatics, they’ll appreciate a new appliance for their favorite beverage of the day. This top-rated option from Nespresso whips up both “barista-grade” coffee and espresso in a variety of sizes while freeing up precious counter space.
Commerce editor and producer, Julie Ricevuto, had a friend who brought this Camp Snap camera — which is a 2025 Gifts We Love winner — on vacation with her, and she couldn't get enough of it. "It was so fun to take videos of our group together with this video camera that has vintage style film filters," she explains. "It's the perfect gift for a couple who loves documenting memories together!"
How we chose the best gifts for couples
The Shop TODAY editors and writers searched the internet to find the best gifts for couples. We used our own personal experiences with gifting products and brands to make shopping easier for our readers, including bestselling items that customers and reviewers loved.
Don’t forget to check out Shop TODAY’s other gift guides to find the perfect present for life’s other special occasions, including getting engaged, first anniversaries, housewarming parties, meeting the in-laws, surprising your bridesmaids and more.
