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Best Wah Pedals Under $100 2025

Affordable wah pedals under $100 - great value without compromising quality

Last updated: October 15, 2025 • Next update: October 22, 2025

PRICE RANGES: Under $100 Under $200 Under $300 Under $500
SKILL LEVELS: For Beginner For Intermediate For Professional For Advanced
GENRES & STYLES: For Rock For Funk For Blues For Metal For Expressive Playing For Lead Guitar
BRANDS: Dunlop Morley Vox Mooer
Mooer @Wah Digital Auto Wah Pedal - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#1

Mooer @Wah Digital Auto Wah Pedal

by Mooer
Funk Blues Metal
Key Feature:
• Real-time frequency manipulation
✓ PROS
  • • Expressive tone shaping control
  • • Real-time frequency manipulation
✗ CONS
  • • Can become overused cliche
  • • May cause feedback issues

Mooer @Wah Digital Auto Wah PedalEffect pedal for electric guitarDigital envelope filter5 Different wah filter effects...

⭐ 5.0/5 (28 reviews)
Sound:
6/10
Build:
5/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 406023
$76
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Vox VX V847A Wah - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#2

Vox VX V847A Wah

by Vox
Funk Blues Lead Guitar
Key Feature:
• Great for lead guitar solos
✓ PROS
  • • Classic rock and funk sounds
  • • Expressive tone shaping control
✗ CONS
  • • Can become overused cliche
  • • May cause feedback issues

Vox VX V847A Wah, Wah Wah Pedal, Incl. vinyl bag with Vox logo, Optional power supply: Article Nr #134888#

⭐ 4.8/5 (2 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
5/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 113087
$97
Buy at Thomann View Details
Harley Benton Custom Line WP-60 Wah - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#3

Harley Benton Custom Line WP-60 Wah

by Harley Benton
Metal Lead Guitar Rock
Key Feature:
• Expressive tone shaping control
✓ PROS
  • • Great for lead guitar solos
  • • Real-time frequency manipulation
✗ CONS
  • • Requires foot coordination
  • • May not suit all musical styles

Harley Benton Custom Line WP-60 WahWah Wah Effect Pedal for Electric Guitar & BassReproduction of the 60s wah sound...

⭐ 5.0/5 (30 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
6/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 348032
$54
Buy at Thomann View Details
Vox V845 Wah-Wah - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#4

Vox V845 Wah-Wah

by Vox
Expressive Playing Rock Blues
Key Feature:
• Classic rock and funk sounds
✓ PROS
  • • Great for lead guitar solos
  • • Real-time frequency manipulation
✗ CONS
  • • Requires foot coordination
  • • Can become overused cliche

Vox V845 Wah-WahWah Wah PedalBased on the specifications of the original pedal developed by Vox in the 60sPower supply...

⭐ 4.9/5 (42 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
6/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 236282
$72
Buy at Thomann View Details
Joyo Classic Wah / Volume - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#5

Joyo Classic Wah / Volume

by Joyo
Funk Metal Lead Guitar
Key Feature:
• Expressive tone shaping control
✓ PROS
  • • Expressive tone shaping control
  • • Classic rock and funk sounds
✗ CONS
  • • May cause feedback issues
  • • May not suit all musical styles

Joyo Classic Wah / VolumeEffect Pedal for Electric GuitarWah / volumeCompact dual-mode classic wah-wah / volume pedal...

⭐ 4.6/5 (15 reviews)
Sound:
6/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 453193
$61
Buy at Thomann View Details
Harley Benton Custom Line AW-5 Auto Wah - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#6

Harley Benton Custom Line AW-5 Auto Wah

by Harley Benton
Metal Funk Rock
Key Feature:
• Classic rock and funk sounds
✓ PROS
  • • Real-time frequency manipulation
  • • Adds vocal-like qualities
✗ CONS
  • • May cause feedback issues
  • • Can be noisy when not engaged

Harley Benton Custom Line AW-5 Auto WahEffect Pedal For Electric Guitar & BassBoutique-style analogue envelope...

⭐ 4.9/5 (52 reviews)
Sound:
6/10
Build:
5/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 348069
$65
Buy at Thomann View Details
Behringer HB01 Hell Babe - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#7

Behringer HB01 Hell Babe

by Behringer
Rock Funk Metal
Key Feature:
• Real-time frequency manipulation
✓ PROS
  • • Adds vocal-like qualities
  • • Real-time frequency manipulation
✗ CONS
  • • Can be noisy when not engaged
  • • Requires foot coordination

Behringer HB01 Hell Babe, Ultimate Wah-Wah PedalUnlike most conventional pedals, the HB01 has a fully optical control...

⭐ 4.7/5 (43 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
6/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 185996
$61
Buy at Thomann View Details
Joyo Multifunction Wah / Volume - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#8

Joyo Multifunction Wah / Volume

by Joyo
Funk Metal Expressive Playing
Key Feature:
• Real-time frequency manipulation
✓ PROS
  • • Expressive tone shaping control
  • • Adds vocal-like qualities
✗ CONS
  • • Can be noisy when not engaged
  • • May not suit all musical styles

Joyo Multifunction Wah / VolumeEffect Pedal for Electric GuitarWah / volumeCompact dual-mode wah-wah / volume pedal...

⭐ 4.6/5 (55 reviews)
Sound:
6/10
Build:
5/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 453196
$78
Buy at Thomann View Details
Mooer Envelope Analog Auto Wah - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#9

Mooer Envelope Analog Auto Wah

by Mooer
Funk Blues Lead Guitar
Key Feature:
• Great for lead guitar solos
✓ PROS
  • • Real-time frequency manipulation
  • • Adds vocal-like qualities
✗ CONS
  • • Can be noisy when not engaged
  • • May cause feedback issues

Mooer Envelope Analog Auto WahEffect PedalEnvelope filterAnalogueIdeal for guitar and bassControls for sensitivityDecay...

⭐ 4.7/5 (25 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
5/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 406026
$65
Buy at Thomann View Details
Mooer Funky Monkey - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#10

Mooer Funky Monkey

by Mooer
Funk Metal Blues
Key Feature:
• Real-time frequency manipulation
✓ PROS
  • • Adds vocal-like qualities
  • • Great for lead guitar solos
✗ CONS
  • • May not suit all musical styles
  • • May cause feedback issues

Mooer Funky MonkeyElectric Guitar Effect PedalAuto wah wah3 selectable Peak modesMetal housingTrue bypassRange controlQ...

⭐ 4.6/5 (17 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
6/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 315464
$64
Buy at Thomann View Details

How to Choose the Best Wah Pedals

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 wah pedals 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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