20 Inexpensive Gifts for Cat Lovers (Most Under $20)

Tovolo's charcoal molds turn out ice shaped like a kitten curled around a ball of yarn, and they melt slowly enough to last through a cocktail. At about $5 for two, they are the cheapest gift on the list and still get a delighted reaction at a party.

Two round, hand-painted ceramic cats snuggle together with hidden magnets, so the set stays paired on the table. They are a small, cheerful kitchen upgrade for a cat lover who hosts dinner.

For the cat lover who drinks loose-leaf tea, this smiling black-cat mug comes with its own infuser and lid, so it works straight out of the box. At around $26 it sits at the top of this budget list, but it is a complete gift with no add-ons needed.

Fill the cat's body with loose leaf and hang its paws over the mug edge, and it looks like the cat is taking a bath in their tea. PURRTEA is a classic under-$20 gift for tea-drinking cat people, which is why it is one of our top picks.

A cat-themed stemless glass that holds a generous 17 ounces is the right gift for the cat mom who unwinds with a glass of red and a cat on her lap. It is sturdy, tip-resistant and easy to wrap.

These cat-patterned socks come in a gift box, so there is nothing to wrap, and the one-size stretch fits most feet. For under $10, they are our go-to pick for a coworker swap, Secret Santa or a little 'saw this and thought of you' gift.

A big, foldable polyester tote covered in cats works for groceries, the library or the beach. It is a cheap, useful gift that shows off their cat obsession every time they run an errand.

This drawstring pouch opens flat so everything is visible while doing makeup, then pulls shut into a cat-faced bag for the suitcase. It is practical enough to use daily and cute enough to make a cat lover smile every morning.

A cold-weather gift with a cat twist: two rechargeable warmers shaped like cats that click together magnetically. They warm up fast, last for hours and are the kind of practical treat a cat person will use on every winter walk or chilly commute.

A cartoon cat with huge eyes hides a working USB drive inside, available up to 64GB. It is a practical cat-themed gift for a student or office worker who still moves files around on a stick.

Twenty-four pads in twelve cat shapes is enough to last all year. They suit a student, teacher or vet tech who sticks notes on everything, and they can be split into smaller gifts for a group of cat-loving coworkers.

A hundred tiny metal cats for under $10 is a lot of joy for the money. They clip papers, mark pages in a planner or paperback, and bring a little fun to a work desk. They also make a good stocking stuffer for a cat-loving teacher or coworker.

Two small, useful desk pieces in one: a sitting cat that props up a phone for video calls and another that cradles reading glasses. Both are under $10 and look tidy on a home-office desk or bedside table.

A metal cat silhouette on a wooden base holds up to 47 pairs of studs, hoops and dangles, turning a tangled jewelry box into something worth displaying on a dresser. It is a pretty gift for the cat lover with a growing earring collection.

A soft fleece throw printed with black cats, with plush sherpa on the back, made for sofa nights with their own cat curled up on top. It comes in several sizes, so pick the throw size for an adult.

By day this handmade ceramic black cat is a sweet shelf ornament, and at night it glows softly through its cut-outs. It is the most decorative pick on the list at under $25, and the dimmer makes it a great bedside lamp.

Every cat person has used this excuse at least once. This tuxedo-cat tee says it for them, and at under $20 it is an easy, funny pick for a homebody friend.

With Christmas a few weeks away, this natural coir mat reads 'Dear Santa, I've Been Purrfect' and actually scrapes the mud off boots. It is a funny, useful holiday gift for a cat household.

Anyone who has watched a cat knock a full glass off the counter will recognize every page. This cheeky coloring book is an inexpensive gag gift that still gives them a relaxing evening, and it pairs well with a pack of markers.

Six realistic cat rears sticking out of the fridge door is exactly the kind of humor cat people love. Kikkerland's magnets are well made and strong enough to hold a takeout menu, and they get a laugh from every guest.