Geek Gifts Under £30
Hunting for geek gifts under thirty quid? You've landed in the right spot. We've swept across the fandoms and, this time, one franchise kept rising to the top: Pokémon. From plushies to Pop! Vinyls, there's something here for every trainer in your life.
Whether they're after a cuddly Gengar, a crochet project, or a manga box to dive into, each pick below comes in comfortably under budget. Prices shift, so check before you buy, but every one of these is a brilliant, wallet-friendly win.
1. Pokémon: Pocket PVC Statue: Dragon Type (1 Pcs)
Pokémon — £12.99 at Forbidden Planet. View details
A pocket-sized dragon-type PVC statue that slots neatly onto any desk or shelf. Small enough to be a stocking filler, detailed enough to delight a serious Pokémon collector on a budget.
2. Pokemon Adventures: Volume 1 (Collectors Edition)
Pokémon — £11.35 at Forbidden Planet. View details
This Collectors Edition of Pokémon Adventures Volume 1 is perfect for the reader on your list. A handsome entry point into the manga, and an easy pick well under thirty pounds.
3. Pokémon: Plush: Gengar
Pokémon — £14.99 at Forbidden Planet. View details
Few Pokémon are as iconic as Gengar, and this plush captures that mischievous grin perfectly. A soft, huggable gift for fans who like their cuteness with a spooky edge.
4. Pokémon: Mini Figure: Nighty Night Collection (1 Pcs)
Pokémon — £13.99 at Forbidden Planet. View details
From the Nighty Night Collection, this single mini figure is a sweet, sleepy little surprise. An affordable, charming pick that works brilliantly as a stocking filler for any Pokémon devotee.
5. Pokémo: Eevee Crochet Kit
Pokémon — £14.75 at Forbidden Planet. View details
For the crafty trainer, this Eevee crochet kit turns gift-giving into a make-it-yourself adventure. A thoughtful, hands-on present that keeps on giving long after the wrapping comes off.
6. Pokémon Primers: Book 1: ABC Book
Pokémon — £8.67 at Forbidden Planet. View details
Part of the Pokémon Primers series, this ABC book is the gentlest way to introduce the littlest fans to the franchise. A lovely, budget-friendly gift for growing trainers.
7. Pokémon: Pop! Vinyl Figure: Magmar
Pokémon — £9.99 at Forbidden Planet. View details
Magmar gets the Pop! Vinyl treatment here, making it a great pick for collectors who love the line. One of the cheapest ways onto the shelf, and a flamey favourite.
8. Pokémon: The Ultimate Search & Find Travel Collection
Pokémon — £10.99 at Forbidden Planet. View details
This Ultimate Search & Find Travel Collection is made for journeys and rainy afternoons alike. A screen-free gift that keeps young fans happily occupied, all for well under budget.
9. Pokémon: Plush: Mew
Pokémon — £13.99 at Forbidden Planet. View details
Mythical Mew makes for an irresistibly soft plush, perfect for the fan who treasures the rarest of the lot. A cuddly, collectable gift that won't stretch your spending.
10. Pokémon: Premium Pop! Vinyl Figure: Pikachu
Pokémon — £16.00 at Forbidden Planet. View details
You can't go wrong with Pikachu, and this Premium Pop! Vinyl gives the mascot the deluxe finish collectors crave. A standout shelf piece that still slips under thirty pounds.
11. Pokémon: Plush: Espeon
Pokémon — £13.99 at Forbidden Planet. View details
Espeon's elegant, psychic-type charm shines in this plush, a must for any Eeveelution fan. Soft, beautifully designed, and a delightful gift that keeps comfortably within budget.
12. Pokemon: 9pocket Portfolio: Megacharizard X & Megacharizard Y
Pokémon — £11.99 at Forbidden Planet. View details
This 9-pocket portfolio featuring Mega Charizard X and Y is essential kit for card collectors. A practical, great-looking gift that keeps their prized pulls safe and tidy.
13. Pokémon: Plush: Dragonite
Pokémon — £19.99 at Forbidden Planet. View details
Dragonite is the gentle giant of the plush world, and this one is suitably squishable. At the top of our budget, it's a generous, huggable centrepiece gift for any fan.
14. Pokémon: Seasonal Plush: Holiday Squirtle (With Red Scarf)
Pokémon — £14.99 at Forbidden Planet. View details
This seasonal Squirtle plush, complete with a red scarf, is festive cheer in cuddly form. A warm, seasonal gift that's perfect for a Christmas haul under thirty pounds.