18th Birthday Gifts for Him Under £30

The Merclix set mixes jokes with things he will use: socks, a 20oz mug with a straw and a keyring, all printed or engraved for his 18th. The keyring announces that his childhood has officially expired.

• UK size 9-11 socks, 80% cotton
• 20oz mug with straw and straw brush
• Engraved keyring

Worth knowing: Skip if he does not wear UK size 9-11.

The JONAKO Cuban chain is stainless steel and made to stand up to everyday wear, so he can keep wearing it well past his 18th. It comes boxed with a printed card.

• Stainless steel chain
• 6mm wide, 51cm long
• Comes in an 8x8cm gift box

Worth knowing: Skip if he never wears jewellery.

The Dusor pen writes like a normal pen but also comes apart into magnets and steel balls he can build into shapes, handy for work or study.

• 13 magnets and 12 steel balls
• 3 pen refills and 2 touchscreen heads
• LED light and pen clip

Worth knowing: Skip if he tends to lose small parts.

The Aisszhao money box turns cash into a surprise: he pulls the cake-shaped card to draw out the money you packed inside. It suits an 18th where he would rather pick his own gift.

• 1 money gift box, 1 card and 30 bags
• Thick cardboard in black and gold
• You assemble it and add the cash

Worth knowing: Skip if you would rather not give money.

The LimaLima badge reads "So Happy I'm 18 Today" in red with a bold star, a small extra for his night out or family gathering.

• 76mm badge
• Metal back
• Printed in red with a star design

Worth knowing: Skip if he hates being singled out in public.