Know what to spend on each person.
Enter a total budget and the people on your list. We split it sensibly by how close each person is, so the holidays do not quietly blow past what you meant to spend.
About this tool
A free gift budget calculator that turns one number into a plan. Set your total, add the people you are shopping for, mark how close each one is, and we divide the budget so the people who matter most get the larger share. Adjust any amount by hand, then take the plan shopping.
- Splits a total budget across everyone by closeness, not evenly.
- Shows a per-person target so nothing creeps over.
- Fully adjustable; nudge any number and the rest holds.
- No sign-up; the math runs in your browser.
Common questions
How much should I spend on each person?
It depends on closeness and your total. A common shape is more for a partner, parent, or child, less for friends and coworkers. This tool turns your total into those tiers automatically, and you can adjust.
Does it track what I actually buy?
The web tool plans the budget. To track gifts you have given over the years and avoid repeats, that lives in the Thoughtful iPhone app.