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Best Soprano Ukuleles Under $100 2026

Affordable soprano ukuleles under $100 - great value without compromising quality

Last updated: January 14, 2026 • Next update: January 21, 2026

PRICE RANGES: Under $50 Under $100 Under $200
SKILL LEVELS: For Beginner For Intermediate For Professional For Advanced
GENRES & STYLES: For Hawaiian Music For Folk For Pop For Campfire Songs For Beginner Learning For Travel Music
BRANDS: Kala Harley Benton Flight Mahalo Baton Rouge Cascha Ortega
Kala Makala Shark MK-SS-PUR Ukulele - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#1

Kala Makala Shark MK-SS-PUR Ukulele

by Kala Makala
Hawaiian Music Travel Music Beginner Learning
Key Feature:
• Affordable entry point
✓ PROS
  • • Classic ukulele sound
  • • Affordable entry point
✗ CONS
  • • Limited tonal range
  • • Limited fret space

Kala Makala Shark MK-SS-PUR UkuleleSoprano UkuleleBack and sides: Composite plasticTop: Philippine mahoganyNeck:...

⭐ 4.7/5 (36 reviews)
Sound:
6/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 611610
$65
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Baton Rouge V2-SL Sun - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#2

Baton Rouge V2-SL Sun

by Baton Rouge
Hawaiian Music Campfire Songs Folk
Key Feature:
• Affordable entry point
✓ PROS
  • • Classic ukulele sound
  • • Affordable entry point
✗ CONS
  • • Limited tonal range
  • • Limited fret space

Baton Rouge V2-SL SunSoprano UkuleleLongneckBody: MahoganyNeck: NatoFingerboard and bridge: WalnutScale: 376 mmNut...

⭐ 4.7/5 (43 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
5/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 562131
$76
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Harley Benton Hawaii Dolphin Tattoo S W/Bag - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#3

Harley Benton Hawaii Dolphin Tattoo S W/Bag

by Harley Benton
Pop Travel Music Campfire Songs
Key Feature:
• Very portable and lightweight
✓ PROS
  • • Easy to learn for beginners
  • • Affordable entry point
✗ CONS
  • • Limited fret space
  • • Less volume than larger ukuleles

Harley Benton Hawaii Dolphin Tattoo S W/Bag*Bundle offer comprising*, Harley Benton Hawaii Dolphin Tattoo...

⭐ 5.0/5 (34 reviews)
Sound:
6/10
Build:
5/10
Value:
10/10
Art. 613488
$83
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Harley Benton Kahuna-S Dreamcatcher Bundle - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#4

Harley Benton Kahuna-S Dreamcatcher Bundle

by Harley Benton
Hawaiian Music Pop Campfire Songs
Key Feature:
• Classic ukulele sound
✓ PROS
  • • Affordable entry point
  • • Easy to learn for beginners
✗ CONS
  • • Limited tonal range
  • • May be outgrown quickly

Harley Benton Kahuna-S Dreamcatcher Bundle*Bundle offer comprising*, Harley Benton Kahuna-S Dreamcatcher*Soprano...

⭐ 5.0/5 (21 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 515071
$54
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Harley Benton Kahuna-S Turtle Bundle - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#5

Harley Benton Kahuna-S Turtle Bundle

by Harley Benton
Folk Pop Travel Music
Key Feature:
• Affordable entry point
✓ PROS
  • • Very portable and lightweight
  • • Easy to learn for beginners
✗ CONS
  • • Limited tonal range
  • • Small size may be cramped

Harley Benton Kahuna-S Turtle Bundle*Bundle offer comprising*, Harley Benton Kahuna-S Turtle*Soprano Ukulele*Body:...

⭐ 4.6/5 (35 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
5/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 543938
$54
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Gewa Manoa Kaleo Tattoo KT-SO-MAORI - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#6

Gewa Manoa Kaleo Tattoo KT-SO-MAORI

by Gewa
Pop Beginner Learning Travel Music
Key Feature:
• Very portable and lightweight
✓ PROS
  • • Easy to learn for beginners
  • • Affordable entry point
✗ CONS
  • • Limited fret space
  • • May be outgrown quickly

Gewa Manoa Kaleo Tattoo KT-SO-MAORISoprano UkuleleBody and neck: SapelliFingerboard and bridge: American walnutScale:...

⭐ 4.5/5 (54 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
10/10
Art. 486839
$87
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Flight TUS35 Travel Ukulele DB - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#7

Flight TUS35 Travel Ukulele DB

by Flight
Pop Travel Music Folk
Key Feature:
• Traditional ukulele size and tone
✓ PROS
  • • Classic ukulele sound
  • • Traditional ukulele size and tone
✗ CONS
  • • Limited tonal range
  • • May be outgrown quickly

Flight TUS35 Travel Ukulele BlueSoprano UkuleleDurable and travel-friendlyTop: BasswoodBody with arched back: ABSNeck:...

⭐ 4.5/5 (13 reviews)
Sound:
6/10
Build:
5/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 435176
$51
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Flight Pineapple Soprano Ukulele - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#8

Flight Pineapple Soprano Ukulele

by Flight
Beginner Learning Pop Travel Music
Key Feature:
• Traditional ukulele size and tone
✓ PROS
  • • Easy to learn for beginners
  • • Very portable and lightweight
✗ CONS
  • • Limited tonal range
  • • Limited fret space

Flight Pineapple Soprano UkuleleSoprano UkuleleTop: African sapeleArched back and sides: African sapeleNeck: African...

⭐ 4.7/5 (35 reviews)
Sound:
6/10
Build:
5/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 482129
$63
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Flight NUS310 Soprano Ukulele - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#9

Flight NUS310 Soprano Ukulele

by Flight
Beginner Learning Folk Hawaiian Music
Key Feature:
• Easy to learn for beginners
✓ PROS
  • • Classic ukulele sound
  • • Easy to learn for beginners
✗ CONS
  • • Less volume than larger ukuleles
  • • Limited fret space

Flight NUS310 Soprano UkuleleSoprano UkuleleTop: African sapeleArched back and sides: African sapeleNeck: African...

⭐ 4.7/5 (34 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
5/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 491914
$72
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Harley Benton Hawaii Dolphin Tattoo Soprano - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#10

Harley Benton Hawaii Dolphin Tattoo Soprano

by Harley Benton
Campfire Songs Folk Travel Music
Key Feature:
• Traditional ukulele size and tone
✓ PROS
  • • Easy to learn for beginners
  • • Classic ukulele sound
✗ CONS
  • • Limited fret space
  • • Small size may be cramped

Harley Benton Hawaii Dolphin Tattoo SopranoSoprano UkuleleTop: MahoganyBack and sides: MahoganyNeck: OkoumeFingerboard...

⭐ 4.6/5 (37 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
10/10
Art. 592997
$61
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Cascha Soprano Ukulele Zebra Wood - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#11

Cascha Soprano Ukulele Zebra Wood

by Cascha
Beginner Learning Travel Music Campfire Songs
Key Feature:
• Affordable entry point
✓ PROS
  • • Affordable entry point
  • • Traditional ukulele size and tone
✗ CONS
  • • Limited fret space
  • • May be outgrown quickly

Cascha Soprano Ukulele Zebra WoodSoprano UkuleleBody and neck: ZebrawoodNeck: OkoumeFingerboard and bridge:...

⭐ 5.0/5 (25 reviews)
Sound:
6/10
Build:
6/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 592854
$70
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Kala KA-HIBISCUS-S Mahogany Uke - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#12

Kala KA-HIBISCUS-S Mahogany Uke

by Kala
Campfire Songs Hawaiian Music Pop
Key Feature:
• Affordable entry point
✓ PROS
  • • Affordable entry point
  • • Easy to learn for beginners
✗ CONS
  • • May be outgrown quickly
  • • Small size may be cramped

Kala KA-HIBISCUS-S Mahogany UkeSoprano UkuleleThe Voyage Collection seriesTop with artistic "Resourceful"...

⭐ 4.8/5 (55 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
6/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 590949
$76
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Harley Benton Kahuna CLU-30S - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#13

Harley Benton Kahuna CLU-30S

by Harley Benton
Travel Music Hawaiian Music Beginner Learning
Key Feature:
• Very portable and lightweight
✓ PROS
  • • Classic ukulele sound
  • • Traditional ukulele size and tone
✗ CONS
  • • May be outgrown quickly
  • • Limited fret space

Harley Benton Kahuna CLU-30SSoprano UkuleleCustom Line Kahuna SeriesBody: spalted mapleArched backNeck:...

⭐ 4.7/5 (16 reviews)
Sound:
6/10
Build:
5/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 319663
$54
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Baton Rouge V2-sw - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#14

Baton Rouge V2-sw

by Baton Rouge
Hawaiian Music Pop Beginner Learning
Key Feature:
• Easy to learn for beginners
✓ PROS
  • • Affordable entry point
  • • Traditional ukulele size and tone
✗ CONS
  • • Less volume than larger ukuleles
  • • Small size may be cramped

Baton Rouge V2-swSoprano UkuleleBack and sides: MahoganyTop: MahoganyNeck: NatoFretboard: Walnut12 FretsNubone nutNut...

⭐ 4.7/5 (15 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 441990
$72
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Kala Makala Shark MK-SS-BLU - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#15

Kala Makala Shark MK-SS-BLU

by Kala
Pop Folk Campfire Songs
Key Feature:
• Very portable and lightweight
✓ PROS
  • • Traditional ukulele size and tone
  • • Easy to learn for beginners
✗ CONS
  • • Small size may be cramped
  • • Less volume than larger ukuleles

Kala Makala Shark MK-SS-BLUSoprano UkuleleTop: Philippine mahoganyBody: PlasticNeck: MahoganyFingerboard:...

⭐ 4.9/5 (25 reviews)
Sound:
6/10
Build:
6/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 600645
$76
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How to Choose the Best Soprano 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 soprano 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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