We know selecting the right fountain pen can be hard. So many options to choose from, so many different brands with styles and special features all their own.

It can be even harder when buying as a birthday or Christmas gift, and especially when you have a strict budget in mind.

To help you choose, we've selected our favourites under fifty. A collection of outstanding fountain pens with plenty of premium quality without breaking the bank.

Best For: Eco-Friendly   TWSBI Diamond 580 RBT Fountain Pen   For those of you unfamiliar with the TWSBI brand, they made their name with in-built filler fountain pens. Designed and built for longevity and durability, they made be made of plastic, but they'll massively reduce your plastic waste and will last a lifetime. Pass on to your children for further waste saving.
Best For: Classic Style   Cross Bailey Medalist Fountain Pen   Finished in polished chrome with gold trim, the Bailey Medalist has a sleek and premium look. Utilising the timeless cigar shaped profile and completed with some art-deco inspired detailing, this fountain pen will always be in style.
Best For: On-The-Go   Kaweco Liliput Black Fountain Pen   The Kaweco Liliput takes compact design to the next level. Only 10cm long when closed, this tiny pen extends to full size when the cap is screwed into place on the end of the barrel. How clever!
Best For: Modern Design   Caran d'Ache 849 White Fountain Pen   The signature hexagonal barrel gives the 849 a streamlined silhouette and plenty of contemporary appeal. Finished in glossy monochrome white lacquer just adds to the sleek, modern look.
Best For: Nib Sizes   LAMY studio Steel Fountain Pen   With a selection of 7 nib sizes, including left handed and beginners, the LAMY studio has a nib size for everyone.
Best For: Professional Appeal   Parker IM Black Gold Trim Fountain Pen   A classic and effortless design coupled with the timeless gloss black, gold trim colourway provides a distinguished look to this pen. Ideal for the boardroom.
Best For: Easy Writing   Kaweco Perkeo Breezy Teal Fountain Pen   For those who love to write and write the Kaweco Perkeo is ideal, as you'll need a fountain pen that can keep up, but also not strain your hand. Made from injection moulded plastic and completed with an ergonomic grip section this pen will give hours of effortless writing.
Best For: It's All in the Details   Parker IM Premium Warm Silver Fountain Pen   The Parker IM promises to impress, with a sturdy all-metal construction producing a high-quality weight and feel. The IM's unique nib has been specially designed to suit both right and left handers, whilst the body has been engraved with a striking diamond pattern. Finished in a warming champagne lacquer with gold trim and brushed gold grip, the style has been given as much attention as the function.
Best For: Engraving on a Budget   Sheaffer VFM Gunmetal Grey Fountain Pen   A high quality Sheaffer fountain pen, with engraving all for just over £20. What more needs to be said?!
Best For: Nib Quality   Kaweco Skyline Sport Fox Fountain Pen   Kaweco use premium German-made Boch nibs on all their fountain pens and the entry level Sport is no exception. With a smooth feel and steady ink flow, you can't go wrong.