Best Alternative Design Ukuleles 2025

Top-rated alternative design ukuleles 2025 - expert picks for every budget and skill level

Last updated: November 5, 2025 • Next update: November 12, 2025

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PRICE RANGES: Under $200

SKILL LEVELS: For Beginner For Intermediate For Professional For Advanced

GENRES & STYLES: For Unique Style For Modern Design For Experimental Music For Contemporary Players For Distinctive Look For Innovation

Romero Creations D HO 6-String Guitarlele Nylon - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.6/5 (2 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

6/10

Romero Creations D HO 6-String Guitarlele Nylon

by Romero Creations

Experimental Music Unique Style Innovation

Key Feature:

• Innovative construction methods

✓ PROS

• Conversation starter
• Modern player appeal

✗ CONS

• May sacrifice traditional tone
• May not suit traditional players

Romero Creations D HO 6-String Guitarlele Nylon6-String GuitarleleBody shape: Tiny tenorTop: SpruceBack and sides:...

⭐ 4.6/5 (2 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

6/10

Art. 509190

$1,539

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Martin Guitar Martin Guitar 0X Ten Uke SuLH - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.6/5 (10 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

8/10

Martin Guitar Martin Guitar 0X Ten Uke SuLH

by Martin Guitar

Contemporary Players Distinctive Look Unique Style

Key Feature:

• Innovative construction methods

✓ PROS

• Unique and modern aesthetics
• Innovative construction methods

✗ CONS

• Higher cost for unique design
• May not suit traditional players

Martin Guitar 0X Ten Uke SuLHTenor UkuleleLeft-handed modelBack and sides: Flamed mahogany HPL (high pressure...

⭐ 4.6/5 (10 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 597320

$637

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Ortega OUBJ100-SBK - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.8/5 (2 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

8/10

Ortega OUBJ100-SBK

by Ortega

Unique Style Experimental Music Distinctive Look

Key Feature:

• Innovative construction methods

✓ PROS

• Distinctive visual appeal
• Conversation starter

✗ CONS

• May sacrifice traditional tone
• Limited resale appeal

Ortega OUBJ100-SBKUkulele BanjoBack & Sides: MapleNeck: MapleFretboard: Ovangkol18 FretsResonator: Maple /...

⭐ 4.8/5 (2 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 346327

$356

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Ortega HYDRA-BSTE - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 5.0/5 (37 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Ortega HYDRA-BSTE

by Ortega

Experimental Music Contemporary Players Innovation

Key Feature:

• Distinctive visual appeal

✓ PROS

• Modern player appeal
• Innovative construction methods

✗ CONS

• Novelty may wear off
• May sacrifice traditional tone

Ortega HYDRA-BSTEDouble Neck Ukulele with PickupTenor 4-String and Uke-Bass 4-stringTop: SapeleBack and sides:...

⭐ 5.0/5 (37 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 507661

$439

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Harley Benton Solid Uke Natural Bundle - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.5/5 (2 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

9/10

Harley Benton Solid Uke Natural Bundle

by Harley Benton

Unique Style Distinctive Look Modern Design

Key Feature:

• Distinctive visual appeal

✓ PROS

• Unique and modern aesthetics
• Innovative construction methods

✗ CONS

• May not suit traditional players
• Novelty may wear off

Harley Benton Solid Uke Natural Bundle*Bundle offer comprising*, Harley Benton Solid Uke Natural*Solid Electric...

⭐ 4.5/5 (2 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

9/10

Art. 544169

$131

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Gold Tone Resouke Tenor - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.4/5 (17 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

6/10

Gold Tone Resouke Tenor

by Gold Tone

Innovation Distinctive Look Modern Design

Key Feature:

• Innovative construction methods

✓ PROS

• Modern player appeal
• Unique and modern aesthetics

✗ CONS

• May not suit traditional players
• Limited resale appeal

Gold Tone Resouke TenorResonator Ukuleleback and sides: SteelResonator: Biscuit ConeNeck: MahoganyFretboard:...

⭐ 4.4/5 (17 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

6/10

Art. 436240

$659

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Flight GUT850 Guitarlele - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.8/5 (51 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

9/10

Flight GUT850 Guitarlele

by Flight

Experimental Music Contemporary Players Unique Style

Key Feature:

• Conversation starter

✓ PROS

• Unique and modern aesthetics
• Modern player appeal

✗ CONS

• May not suit traditional players
• Higher cost for unique design

Flight GUT850 GuitarleleGuitarleleTop: solid spruceBack and sides: AcaciaNeck: MahoganyFingerboard and bridge:...

⭐ 4.8/5 (51 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

9/10

Art. 541537

$351

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Ibanez UICT10-MM - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.5/5 (46 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

9/10

Ibanez UICT10-MM

by Ibanez

Contemporary Players Distinctive Look Modern Design

Key Feature:

• Conversation starter

✓ PROS

• Unique and modern aesthetics
• Innovative construction methods

✗ CONS

• Novelty may wear off
• May not suit traditional players

Ibanez UICT10-MMUkulele with PickupBack and sides: OkoumeTop: SpruceNeck: OkoumeFingerboard: PurpleheartDot fingerboard...

⭐ 4.5/5 (46 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

9/10

Art. 578849

$197

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Ortega RGL5EB-CE Guitarlele - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.4/5 (19 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

8/10

Ortega RGL5EB-CE Guitarlele

by Ortega

Unique Style Contemporary Players Modern Design

Key Feature:

• Modern player appeal

✓ PROS

• Conversation starter
• Innovative construction methods

✗ CONS

• Higher cost for unique design
• Limited resale appeal

Ortega RGL5EB-CE GuitarleleGuitarlele with pickupWith cutawayBack and sides: EbonyTop: EbonyNeck: MahoganyFretboard:...

⭐ 4.4/5 (19 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 484020

$199

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Kala KA-S8E 8-String Tenor Ukulele - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#10

⭐ 4.6/5 (44 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

9/10

Kala KA-S8E 8-String Tenor Ukulele

by Kala

Contemporary Players Innovation Modern Design

Key Feature:

• Distinctive visual appeal

✓ PROS

• Modern player appeal
• Innovative construction methods

✗ CONS

• May sacrifice traditional tone
• Novelty may wear off

Kala KA-S8E 8-String Tenor Ukulele8-String Tenor Ukulele with PickupTop: Solid spruceBack and sides: MahoganyNeck:...

⭐ 4.6/5 (44 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

9/10

Art. 507219

$274

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Baton Rouge V2-GT sun - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#11

⭐ 4.5/5 (34 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

7/10

Baton Rouge V2-GT sun

by Baton Rouge

Contemporary Players Unique Style Experimental Music

Key Feature:

• Innovative construction methods

✓ PROS

• Unique and modern aesthetics
• Distinctive visual appeal

✗ CONS

• Higher cost for unique design
• Limited resale appeal

Baton Rouge V2-GT SunGuitarleleBody tenor sizeBody: MahoganyNeck: NatoFretboard & bridge: Walnut17 FretsNut &...

⭐ 4.5/5 (34 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 548648

$131

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Harley Benton Solid Uke Natural - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#12

⭐ 4.7/5 (44 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

6/10

Value:

9/10

Harley Benton Solid Uke Natural

by Harley Benton

Distinctive Look Unique Style Experimental Music

Key Feature:

• Modern player appeal

✓ PROS

• Conversation starter
• Modern player appeal

✗ CONS

• Novelty may wear off
• May not suit traditional players

Harley Benton Solid Ukulele NaturalSolid Electric UkuleleOkoume bodyMaple neckPurpleheart fretboardScale length: 430...

⭐ 4.7/5 (44 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

6/10

Value:

9/10

Art. 522493

$98

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Ibanez UICT10-BK - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#13

⭐ 4.7/5 (40 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

7/10

Ibanez UICT10-BK

by Ibanez

Distinctive Look Modern Design Experimental Music

Key Feature:

• Unique and modern aesthetics

✓ PROS

• Unique and modern aesthetics
• Conversation starter

✗ CONS

• May sacrifice traditional tone
• Limited resale appeal

Ibanez UICT10-BKUkulele with PickupBody design: IcemanBack and sides: OkoumeTop: SpruceNeck: OkoumeFingerboard: Purple...

⭐ 4.7/5 (40 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 470127

$208

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Flight GUT350 SP/SAP Guitarlele - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#14

⭐ 4.9/5 (39 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

7/10

Flight GUT350 SP/SAP Guitarlele

by Flight

Distinctive Look Innovation Contemporary Players

Key Feature:

• Modern player appeal

✓ PROS

• Innovative construction methods
• Conversation starter

✗ CONS

• Novelty may wear off
• May not suit traditional players

Flight GUT350 SP/SAP GuitarleleGuitarleleTop: SpruceBack and sides: SapeleNeck: OkoumeFretboard and bridge: WalnutNut...

⭐ 4.9/5 (39 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 494960

$109

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Flight Iris 8 Tenor EQ-A BK - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#15

⭐ 4.8/5 (29 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

8/10

Flight Iris 8 Tenor EQ-A BK

by Flight

Experimental Music Innovation Modern Design

Key Feature:

• Modern player appeal

✓ PROS

• Conversation starter
• Unique and modern aesthetics

✗ CONS

• Novelty may wear off
• Limited resale appeal

Flight Iris 8 Tenor EQ-A BK8-String Tenor Ukulele with PickupBack and sides: MahoganyTop: Solid spruceNeck:...

⭐ 4.8/5 (29 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 604440

$241

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How to Choose the Best Alternative Design Ukuleles

Budget Planning

• Under $200: Entry-level
• $200-$500: Intermediate
• $500-$1000: Advanced
• $1000+: Professional

Quality Check

• Sound clarity & tone
• Build materials & finish
• Hardware durability
• Overall craftsmanship

Key Features

• Your musical style
• Skill level match
• Intended use case
• Brand reputation

Frequently Asked Questions

Key factors include build quality, sound characteristics, playability, brand reputation, warranty coverage, and value for money. Consider your musical style, skill level, and intended use to find the best match.

Budget depends on your needs and experience level. Beginners can find quality options for $200-500, intermediate players should consider $500-1500 range, while professionals often invest $1500+ for premium features.

Higher-priced alternative design ukuleles typically offer better materials, craftsmanship, and performance. They're worth it if you're serious about music, perform regularly, or need professional-grade features.

Top brands combine quality, innovation, and reliability. We evaluate brands based on build quality, sound performance, durability, and customer satisfaction to recommend the best options for different budgets.

Both have advantages. Online offers better prices and selection, while stores allow hands-on testing. We recommend researching online first, then testing in stores if possible. Many online retailers offer excellent return policies.

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Best Alternative Design Ukuleles 2025

Romero Creations D HO 6-String Guitarlele Nylon

Martin Guitar Martin Guitar 0X Ten Uke SuLH

Ortega OUBJ100-SBK

Ortega HYDRA-BSTE

Harley Benton Solid Uke Natural Bundle

Gold Tone Resouke Tenor

Flight GUT850 Guitarlele

Ibanez UICT10-MM

Ortega RGL5EB-CE Guitarlele

Kala KA-S8E 8-String Tenor Ukulele

Baton Rouge V2-GT sun

Harley Benton Solid Uke Natural

Ibanez UICT10-BK

Flight GUT350 SP/SAP Guitarlele

Flight Iris 8 Tenor EQ-A BK

How to Choose the Best Alternative Design Ukuleles

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