The 11 Best EDC Gifts Under $50 of 2025

Good EDC gear can be expensive, but it doesn’t have to be! When gifting to the enthusiast in your life, you can save some shekels (and buy more items) if you know where to look. Fortunately, we do! Here’s our guide to the best sub-$50 everyday carry gifts this holiday season.

Leatherman Micra

Leatherman’s multi-tool range is second to none, literally. And while you can spend a couple-hundred dollars on their top-shelf models, they also have something for those looking to save some money. At just $50, the Micra still gives you the brand’s revered construction and user-friendliness. Weighing less than 2oz, the multi-tool packs 10 useful, everyday functions into its 2.5-inch steel frame, including a 420HC stainless steel blade, a pair of scissors, and a trio of screwdrivers, among others.

Field Notes 1943 (Winter Quarterly Edition 2025)

If you haven’t discovered Field Notes’ array of pocket notebooks, you should definitely check them out. For this winter’s Quarterly Edition, the American EDC brand was inspired by the 1943 “Armed Services Editions,” where the U.S. publishing industry sent over 1,200 different book titles to armed troops during World War II.

Matador Speed Stash Backpack Pouch

Matador always has thoughtful, affordable gear with the ultimate goal of making your life easier. Made with 420D nylon, its Speed Stash might look like a backpack but it’s actually a 7” x 4” pouch that you can affix to your strap for easy access to your phone or wallet.

WUBEN G5 edc light

Weighing less than 2oz, Wuben compact EDC flashlight features a 180º rotating head for an angled beam, with an adjustable pocket clip that gives you hands-free use when you need it most on your trip. Oh yeah, and it’s a steal at just $30!

The James Brand Palmer Utility Knife

The James Brand’s Palmer is already one of our favorite pocket utility blades for how it blends the brand’s minimalist style with intuitive design. But earlier this year, TJB came out with Clear variants of the knife so you can see what’s going on inside.

Casio AE1200WH-1A

When it comes to “cheap watches,” Casio has cornered the market. Their cult-favorite “World Time” model still nails the affordable-travel sweet spot with a ten-year battery, five time zones, and zero stress if it gets lost.

Knockaround Songbirds Limited Edition Dirty Martini

Despite being a budget-friendly eyewear brand, Knockaround has never phoned in their style or construction. From aviators to wayfarers, you can get plenty of sub-$50 shades, including these martini-inspired Songbirds here, which come polarized and with the brand’s lifetime warranty.

Craighill Coachwhip Carabiner

Carabiners don’t need to be uber-expensive, but you still want a little bit of flair and function built in too. Craighill’s Coachwhip is perfect here with a gift-worthy brass frame and a stylish way to incorporate a dual-compartment setup.

Kaweco SKETCH UP Pencil 5.6 mm Brass 

For those who prefer a pencil over a pen for your pocket sketchbook, check out Kaweco’s gift-worthy Sketch Up, a 4-inch writing utensil with an integrated sharpener. It’s housed in a heritage-style brass body and has a 5.6mm line width.

KODAK EKTAR H35 Half Frame Film Camera

Cameras can be quite expensive, but Kodak has set the new affordable bar with this Ektar H35, a retro-looking half-frame film camera with a warm leather wrap around the outside and unbelievable value for the price.

Distil Union Wally Sleeve

A bit over our $50 ceiling, Distil Union’s Wally Sleeve was just too perfect to pass up. Featuring a cool tab system that lets you fan out your cards, the wallet is built with a bonus compartment on the outside for your go-to card and an integrated MagLock system that keeps cards secure without interfering with their magnetic strips.