Valentine’s Day might still be weeks away, but we all know how fast the holiday sneaks up on us. Shopping early can save your future self a lot of stress. And I know what you’re thinking, “But girl, what should I get?” How do you show someone they’re your whole world without emptying your wallet or relying on the same old clichés?
After plenty of trial and error, I’ve learned that the best Valentine’s Day gifts don’t have to be expensive. The real secret is understanding your partner’s love language—how they feel most loved—and choosing a gift that directly speaks to that.
Whether your Valentine values quality time or thoughtful gestures, these 20 gift ideas meet them where they are, all for under $200.
Table of Contents
- What are love languages?
- Valentine’s Day gifts for Quality Time lovers
- Valentine’s Day gifts for Acts of Service lovers
- Valentine’s Day gifts for Receiving Gifts lovers
- Valentine’s Day gifts for Physical Touch lovers
- Valentine’s Day gifts for Words of Affirmation lovers
What are love languages?
Love languages are basically the different ways people give and receive love. Everyone has certain ways they feel most appreciated. For some, it’s hearing kind words; for others, it’s spending quality time, receiving thoughtful gifts, helpful acts, or physical touch.
When someone shows up for you in your love language, you feel seen, understood, and loved.
For the Valentine who values Quality Time
They don’t care what you’re doing, as long as you’re doing it together. Gifts for them are about creating shared moments—game nights, movie marathons, and slow mornings making warm, fluffy waffles with you…
Dash heart mini waffle maker
…using this mini waffle maker. Super cute and easy to use, it gives you an excuse to linger together in the kitchen a little longer. Use it to make heart-shaped waffles, crispy hash browns, golden grilled cheese, and more. Savour every bite side by side.
LEGO Flowers: Bouquet of Roses
Maybe you and your partner aren’t exactly LEGO pros…or maybe it’s just you, and they’re a natural. Either way, it doesn’t matter. Grab this set and spend the afternoon building it together. By the end, you’ll have a beautiful bouquet of roses to display and memories that last. Forever.
P.S. Valentine’s flowers don’t have to be red roses. If your partner prefers something different, we’ve got sunflowers, lotus flowers, a wildflower bouquet, black roses (for the goths), and many more. Yep. Best Buy has something for everyone.
Portable mini projector
After a long day of LEGO building, what’s better than cuddling up and rewatching rom-coms like Valentine’s Day? This portable, budget-friendly projector lets you turn any wall into a movie screen. Just hook up your phone and cue up films and series.
Nanoleaf Essentials A19 smart LED light bulb
With the movie set, all that’s left is the mood. These smart bulbs give you over 16 million colours at your fingertips. Control them through the app or your voice assistant to create the perfect lighting for a perfect night.
Bonus points: if your partner hates harsh lights like I do, hues like soft pinks and warm ambers help you both relax. They’re also great for rom-com marathons.
For the Valentine who appreciates Acts of Service
Love, to them, looks like help. One less thing on their to-do list, a chore taken off their plate, or a task handled without being asked. Valentine’s Day gifts that save time, simplify routines, or ease the load speak volumes here.
Amazon Echo (4th Gen) smart home hub
Can’t hire a personal assistant for your partner? Alexa may be the next best thing. She may not be able to make coffee (yet), but she can set reminders, answer questions, make calls, create grocery lists, check the weather, and handle all the little things that make life smoother.
VEVOR 18″ x 11″ spice organizer with 36 empty spice jars
Maybe your significant other is a little OCD. They’ll love opening the kitchen cabinet to find perfectly organized, labelled spices in clear jars—oh finally, a place for everything and everything in its place.
Philips 2000 series air fryer
Because who doesn’t need a good air fryer? This one lets your partner enjoy their favourite foods with up to 90% less fat, comes with 13 cooking options so dinner’s never a guess, and even has a dishwasher-safe, nonstick StarPlate. Less oil, less cleanup.
Toilet bidet
Okay, hear me out—this might be a tad unconventional and controversial for Valentine’s Day, but installing a bidet for someone will change their life! You can set it up in minutes with simple home tools (no plumbing skills needed). It even features adjustable water pressure and temperature, dual nozzles to cover every need, and a self-cleaning function.
That said, choose with caution. This present really depends on how well you know your partner and how they’ll take it. I’d recommend a bidet as a gift for a long-term partner or someone you live with.
For the Valentine who loves Receiving Gifts
To them, the gift is the main character. It’s proof you were paying attention—maybe it’s something they mentioned in passing, a gift that matches their interests, or an upgrade to something they already own.
Skullcandy Crusher Evo headphones
If they can’t leave the house without music, Skullcandy headphones are a solid upgrade at a very reasonable price. I’m using these myself, and I’m telling you, that deep, gritty bass in Nirvana’s Come As You Are actually feels like it’s vibrating through my chest. The leatherette ear cushions make them comfortable to wear for all-day adventures.
Audio Technica AT-LP60X-BK belt drive turntable
For the Valentine who spends weekends in record stores and line their walls with albums, they’ll love this turntable. Just slide the needle onto a record and hear that first warm crackle as the music comes alive. You can even pair the turntable with an album of your favourite song together and slow dance to it on Valentine’s Day!
Garmin vivosmart 5 fitness tracker
Do they hit the gym every other day? or maybe they’re just getting into working out this year. Either way, this fitness tracker helps them stay on track with steps, distance, calories, elevation, running stats, and built-in sports apps. Every time they’re dying on the treadmill and look at their wrist, it’ll be a little reminder that you’re cheering them on every step of the way.
HyperX Cloud Alpha gaming headset
If they’re a gamer, this comfortable headset is made for them. It delivers crystal-clear, immersive sound so they feel like they’re inside the action—whether they’re sneaking through the shadows in Elden Ring, building epic worlds in Minecraft, or battling it out in Call of Duty.
Amazon Kindle Paperwhite (12th Generation)
As someone who spends half their time nose-deep in a good novel, I know the struggle of lugging around a bulky hardback. My partner got me this ultra-thin, waterproof Kindle, and now I can read anywhere—from the bathtub to a park bench—without any of the heavy lifting.
Hamilton Beach FlexBrew Trio coffee maker
May not a high-end espresso machine, but it gets the job done—and then some. The Hamilton Beach FlexBrew Trio is a space-saving, budget-friendly upgrade for instant coffee drinkers. It can brew a single serving in 90 seconds. Perfect for the Valentine who can’t make it through the day without at least five cups of coffee.
For the Valentine who speaks Physical Touch
Comfort is everything for them. They yearn for warmth, closeness, the feeling of being held. On top of hugs and kisses, gifts that can recreate that sense of intimacy, closeness also help. Even when you’re not right there with them all the time.
Medisports Pure massage oil
What’s more intimate than a massage from you? This blend of mineral oil, argan oil, avocado oil, and vitamin E makes every touch feel extra smooth and soothing. Pair it up with a massage oil warmer.
Kneading neck and shoulder massager
Of course, nothing beats a massage from you but not everyone has the skill for the job. This massager mimics professional Shiatsu techniques and helps loosen tense muscles in the neck, shoulders, and back—giving your partner that “ahhh” moment anytime, anywhere.
VEVOR 25lb. weighted blanket (88 x 104)
Super soft and comforting, this weighted blanket feels like a big, warm hug, wrapping your partner in warmth, as if you’re right there with them.
For the Valentine who feels loved through Words of Affirmation
This is the person who saves your voice notes and rereads old messages on bad days. They believe words matter because they do. Writing them a personal letter (or a poem!) is a great way to express your love. Write down all the reasons you love them and what makes them so special, then package those praises in a pretty card.
Sarcastic Valentine’s Day card boxed set (10 cards)
Before you gasp, zoom in to take a closer look. I know my boyfriend would absolutely lose it over this, and you know your partner’s sense of humor well enough to tell if it would be a hit. Plus, it comes with a set of 10, so you can share the laughs with friends and family too.
Signature Paper Wonder pop-up Valentine’s Day card
If your partner doesn’t find those cards funny (which is a shame, really), Best Buy has a huge selection of beautiful cards such as this pop-up one.
Romantic Valentine’s Day card (what I love most)
We even have pre-written options, so you don’t have to rack your brain if you’re not a wordsmith. You can also add in a line or two to make it more personal.
This one, in particular, is my favourite. It shows cute illustrated scenes of the everyday things you love most about your life together, because they make the ordinary, extraordinary.
Pro tip: if your partner is a sucker for public displays of affection, take it up a notch and read that letter out loud at their favourite restaurant!
At the end of the day, it’s not about finding the “perfect” gift. It’s about the thought behind it (cheesy, but it’s true). A present that speaks to your Valentine’s love language and says: I love you, I know you, and I’ve been paying attention all along. That’s what it really matters.
