Best Concert Ukuleles Under $300 2025

Affordable concert ukuleles under $300 - great value without compromising quality

Last updated: October 29, 2025 • Next update: November 5, 2025

PRICE RANGES: Under $50 Under $100 Under $200 Under $300 Under $500

SKILL LEVELS: For Beginner For Intermediate For Professional For Advanced

GENRES & STYLES: For Folk For Pop For Hawaiian Music For Fingerpicking For Solo Playing For Education

BRANDS: Kala Flight Harley Benton Cascha Ortega Baton Rouge Mahalo Martin Guitar Kai Fender Bumblebee Ukuleles

Ibanez UEW13MEE-DBO - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.6/5 (6 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

7/10

Ibanez UEW13MEE-DBO

by Ibanez

Solo Playing Folk Pop

Key Feature:

• Great for fingerpicking

✓ PROS

• Balanced size and portability
• More volume and projection

✗ CONS

• Less traditional than soprano
• Still limited range

Ibanez UEW13MEE-DBOUkulele with PickupBody shape: Cutaway concertBack & sides: Makassar ebonyTop: Makassar...

⭐ 4.6/5 (6 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 470126

$279

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Kai KCI-5000 - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.8/5 (43 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

7/10

Kai KCI-5000

by Kai

Solo Playing Fingerpicking Hawaiian Music

Key Feature:

• Balanced size and portability

✓ PROS

• Balanced size and portability
• Great for fingerpicking

✗ CONS

• Higher cost than soprano
• May not have classic uke sound

Kai KCI-5000UkuleleConcert body shapeSolid acacia topSolid acacia back and sidesNato neckMacassar fretboard and...

⭐ 4.8/5 (43 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 474948

$296

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Kala KA-SDH-C S&P Concert Uke - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.9/5 (38 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

9/10

Kala KA-SDH-C S&P Concert Uke

by Kala

Hawaiian Music Education Solo Playing

Key Feature:

• Better fret spacing

✓ PROS

• Balanced size and portability
• Great for fingerpicking

✗ CONS

• Less traditional than soprano
• Still limited range

Kala KA-SDH-C S&P Concert UkeConcert UkuleleTop: solid mahoganyBack and sides: solid mahoganyNeck:...

⭐ 4.9/5 (38 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

9/10

Art. 587249

$296

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Kala KA-CM-C Curly Mango Concert - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.7/5 (24 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

7/10

Kala KA-CM-C Curly Mango Concert

by Kala

Pop Fingerpicking Solo Playing

Key Feature:

• Great for fingerpicking

✓ PROS

• More volume and projection
• Better fret spacing

✗ CONS

• May not have classic uke sound
• Still limited range

Kala KA-CM-C Curly Mango ConcertConcert UkuleleCurly Mango SeriesTop: Curly MangoBack and sides: Curly MangoMahogany...

⭐ 4.7/5 (24 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 580389

$263

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Flight Diana CE Concert Ukulele - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.8/5 (26 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

7/10

Flight Diana CE Concert Ukulele

by Flight

Fingerpicking Solo Playing Folk

Key Feature:

• Great for fingerpicking

✓ PROS

• Larger than soprano for comfort
• Balanced size and portability

✗ CONS

• Higher cost than soprano
• Slightly less portable

Flight Diana CE Concert UkuleleConcert Ukulele with PickupPrincess SeriesTop: Solid cedarBack & Sides: Stained...

⭐ 4.8/5 (26 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 482046

$241

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Flight Victoria EQ-A Concert - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.7/5 (33 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

7/10

Flight Victoria EQ-A Concert

by Flight

Fingerpicking Solo Playing Hawaiian Music

Key Feature:

• More volume and projection

✓ PROS

• Larger than soprano for comfort
• More volume and projection

✗ CONS

• May not have classic uke sound
• Higher cost than soprano

Flight Victoria EQ-A ConcertConcert UkuleleWith cutawayBack and sides: AcaciaTop: Solid spruceNeck: MahoganyFretboard:...

⭐ 4.7/5 (33 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 465279

$285

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Kala KA-KCG Hawaiian Koa Concert - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.5/5 (15 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

9/10

Kala KA-KCG Hawaiian Koa Concert

by Kala

Solo Playing Education Hawaiian Music

Key Feature:

• Better fret spacing

✓ PROS

• Great for fingerpicking
• Better fret spacing

✗ CONS

• Still limited range
• May not have classic uke sound

Kala KA-KCG Hawaiian Koa ConcertConcert UkuleleKala Hawaiian Koa Gloss SeriesTop: Hawaiian KoaBack and sides: Hawaiian...

⭐ 4.5/5 (15 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

9/10

Art. 532539

$219

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Ibanez AUC10E-OPN - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.4/5 (5 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

9/10

Ibanez AUC10E-OPN

by Ibanez

Folk Solo Playing Pop

Key Feature:

• Better fret spacing

✓ PROS

• More volume and projection
• Balanced size and portability

✗ CONS

• Higher cost than soprano
• May not have classic uke sound

Ibanez AUC10E-OPNConcert Ukulele with PickupAU SeriesTop: SpruceBack and sides: Solid paulowniaDowel-reinforced neck:...

⭐ 4.4/5 (5 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

9/10

Art. 581599

$255

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Kala KA-CGE Concert Ukulele - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.9/5 (35 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

8/10

Kala KA-CGE Concert Ukulele

by Kala

Fingerpicking Folk Hawaiian Music

Key Feature:

• Balanced size and portability

✓ PROS

• Balanced size and portability
• More volume and projection

✗ CONS

• Higher cost than soprano
• May not have classic uke sound

Kala KA-CGE Concert UkuleleConcert UkuleleTop: MahoganyBack and sides: MahoganyNeck: MahoganyFretboard: RosewoodCream...

⭐ 4.9/5 (35 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 526822

$274

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Cascha HH 2258E Carbon Concert Ukulel - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#10

⭐ 4.5/5 (12 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

7/10

Cascha HH 2258E Carbon Concert Ukulel

by Cascha

Solo Playing Education Folk

Key Feature:

• Great for fingerpicking

✓ PROS

• Balanced size and portability
• Better fret spacing

✗ CONS

• Still limited range
• May not have classic uke sound

Cascha HH 2258E Carbon Concert UkuleleElectric Concert UkuleleWith cutawayCarbon fibre and polycarbonate body and...

⭐ 4.5/5 (12 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 591236

$210

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Ibanez UEW5E-OPN - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#11

⭐ 4.7/5 (38 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

8/10

Ibanez UEW5E-OPN

by Ibanez

Folk Pop Fingerpicking

Key Feature:

• Great for fingerpicking

✓ PROS

• Better fret spacing
• Great for fingerpicking

✗ CONS

• Higher cost than soprano
• Still limited range

Ibanez UEW5E-OPNConcert Ukulele with PickupWith cutawayTop: SapeleBack and sides: SapeleNeck: OkoumeFingerboard:...

⭐ 4.7/5 (38 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 596877

$241

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How to Choose the Best Concert 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 concert 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 Concert Ukuleles Under $300 2025

Ibanez UEW13MEE-DBO

Kai KCI-5000

Kala KA-SDH-C S&P Concert Uke

Kala KA-CM-C Curly Mango Concert

Flight Diana CE Concert Ukulele

Flight Victoria EQ-A Concert

Kala KA-KCG Hawaiian Koa Concert

Ibanez AUC10E-OPN

Kala KA-CGE Concert Ukulele

Cascha HH 2258E Carbon Concert Ukulel

Ibanez UEW5E-OPN

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