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Guitars under $250

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42 guitars under $250 from Fender, Donner, Ibanez and more. Most cost $170 to $249, and half cost less than $200.

Top brands: Fender (15)

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BrandFender15Orangewood7Donner3Enya3Gretsch2Ibanez2Pyle2Yamaha2
Show all 14Besyou1Oscar Schmidt1Rosen1Sigma1Tiger1Washburn1
TypeAcoustic42Electric34Acoustic-electric19Classical or nylon18Bass17
String count63
SizeFull size53/4 or 7/8 size31/2 size or smaller2
Kit or bundleKit or bundle22
For beginnersFor beginners11
PriceUnder $20023Under $30019$200 & above19
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Type: Acoustic  ×42 resultsSort byRecommendedSpec scorePrice: low to highPrice: high to low
Fender

Acoustic

+Dreadnought body suits strumming and full acoustic tone
+Comes as a pack with gig bag and accessories
+Includes a 2-year warranty
−Acoustic-only, with no pickup for amplified playing
$249.99
as of 11/03/2026 22:56 PST - Details
Fender

Acoustic

+Mini size with travel-friendly design
+Made from natural sapele wood
+Acoustic type plays without needing an amplifier
−Smaller body gives less volume than full-size acoustics
$209.99
as of 11/03/2026 22:56 PST - Details
Fender

Acoustic

+Acoustic type plays without needing an amplifier
+Concert size body is smaller than a standard dreadnought
+Comes with a 2-year warranty
−Smaller body gives less volume than full-size acoustics
$225.39
as of 11/03/2026 22:56 PST - Details
Yamaha

Acoustic

+Designed for beginners with comfortable scale length
+Comfortable string spacing for new players
+Acoustic steel-string design
$199.99
as of 11/04/2026 08:40 PST - Details
Gretsch

Acoustic

+Parlor body is smaller and easier to hold than a dreadnought
+Compact size suits travel and smaller players
+Acoustic guitar that needs no amplifier to play
$249.99
as of 11/03/2026 23:16 PST - Details
Fender

Acoustic

+All-mahogany body for a warm tone
+Concert body size for a comfortable fit
+Marketed for beginners
$229.99
as of 11/03/2026 22:56 PST - Details
Gretsch

Acoustic

+Parlor body is smaller and easier to hold than a dreadnought
+Compact size suits travel and smaller players
+Acoustic guitar that needs no amplifier to play
$245.95
as of 11/03/2026 23:16 PST - Details
Yamaha

Acoustic, 3/4 or 7/8 size

+Acoustic design sized at 3/4 or 7/8 for smaller players
+Scaled-down body suits younger or smaller-handed players
−Smaller body gives less volume than a full-size acoustic
$189.99
as of 11/04/2026 08:40 PST - Details
Ibanez

Acoustic

+Dreadnought body shape for a full acoustic sound
+Advantage bridge pins included on the guitar
$249.99
as of 11/03/2026 23:33 PST - Details
Fender

Acoustic

+Acoustic type plays without needing an amplifier
+Redondo body shape is a common acoustic design
−Acoustic volume is lower than amplified electric guitars
$249.99
as of 11/03/2026 22:56 PST - Details
Washburn

Acoustic

+Dreadnought body for a large, full acoustic sound
+Acoustic type for playing without an amplifier
$199.00
as of 11/04/2026 07:40 PST - Details
Oscar Schmidt

Acoustic, 1/2 size or smaller

+Half-size body suited to smaller players
−Dreadnought body is a larger shape than a classical guitar
$214.44
as of 11/04/2026 00:34 PST - Details
Enya

Acoustic

+Carbon fiber travel acoustic guitar
+Bundled with EGS1 auto-lock stand
+Comes as a complete kit
$189.58-21%List: $239.98
as of 11/03/2026 22:50 PST - Details
Pyle

Acoustic, 1/2 size or smaller

+Kit is a complete package for starting out
+Half-size body suited to young beginners
+All-wood construction for a natural acoustic sound
−Half-size body is small for most adult players
$187.84
as of 11/04/2026 00:47 PST - Details
Pyle

Acoustic, 3/4 or 7/8 size

+Acoustic guitar kit designed for beginners
+All wood construction with sapele wood
+Includes full accessory kit with picks and shoulder strap
−Smaller body than a full-size guitar
$174.69
as of 11/04/2026 00:47 PST - Details
Besyou

Acoustic, Full size

+Full size 41-inch body for standard playing
+Starter kit designed for beginners
+Acoustic type that needs no amplifier
$169.99
as of 11/04/2026 13:35 PST - Details
Orangewood

Acoustic, 6 String count

+Six strings is the standard guitar configuration
+Mahogany body offers a warm, mellow tone
+Right-handed orientation for standard playing
$190.00
as of 11/04/2026 00:33 PST - Details
Enya

Acoustic

+Carbon fiber travel acoustic guitar
+Bundled with MS1 magnetic strap
+Comes with a gig bag
$185.58-20%List: $231.98
as of 11/03/2026 22:50 PST - Details
Fender

Acoustic

+Dreadnought body style for a full, large acoustic sound
+Comes as a bundle with gig bag, strap, strings, and picks
+Ready to play with the included accessories
−Garnet Burst finish is one specific look
$174.99
as of 11/03/2026 22:56 PST - Details
Fender

Acoustic

+Mini size makes it easy to carry on trips
+Redondo body style in a compact acoustic build
+Acoustic build for playing without an amplifier
−Smaller body gives less volume than a full-size guitar
$229.99
as of 11/03/2026 22:56 PST - Details
Fender

Acoustic

+Comes as a kit with gig bag, stand, tuner, strap, and picks
+Beginner-focused kit for new players
+Acoustic guitar that needs no amplifier
$189.99
as of 11/03/2026 22:56 PST - Details
Enya

Acoustic

+35-inch travel-sized carbon fiber body
+Lightweight design at 3.7 lbs
+Suited to beginners
$199.99
as of 11/03/2026 22:50 PST - Details
Fender

Acoustic

+Comes as a kit with a hard case and accessories
+Dreadnought body for a bold, full sound
+Acoustic guitar that needs no amplifier to play
$249.99
as of 11/03/2026 22:56 PST - Details
Fender

Acoustic, 3/4 or 7/8 size

+3/4 size body suits smaller players
+Kids-sized guitar with a travel-friendly build
+Comes as a kit with a gig bag and tuner
$209.99
as of 11/03/2026 22:56 PST - Details
Donner

Acoustic

+Kit includes accessories for starting out
+Steel strings for a bright acoustic sound
+Carbon fiber component listed in the specifications
$199.99
as of 11/03/2026 22:42 PST - Details

Compare specs

guitarTypeSpec scorePrice
Acousticn/a$249.99
as of 11/03/2026 22:56 PST - Details
Acousticn/a$209.99
as of 11/03/2026 22:56 PST - Details
Acousticn/a$225.39
as of 11/03/2026 22:56 PST - Details
Acousticn/a$199.99
as of 11/04/2026 08:40 PST - Details
Acousticn/a$249.99
as of 11/03/2026 23:16 PST - Details
Acousticn/a$229.99
as of 11/03/2026 22:56 PST - Details
Acousticn/a$245.95
as of 11/03/2026 23:16 PST - Details
Acousticn/a$189.99
as of 11/04/2026 08:40 PST - Details
Acousticn/a$249.99
as of 11/03/2026 23:33 PST - Details
Acousticn/a$249.99
as of 11/03/2026 22:56 PST - Details

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