Forget Expensive Birdbaths: 4 Amazon Finds For Under $30

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Birdbaths are a lovely backyard addition, providing decoration and a spot for birds to drink water, cool off, and bathe. Bird lovers can choose from a wide range of options. You can take advantage of creative alternatives to traditional birdbaths, some of which you can make at home for free. Or you can splurge on smart birdbaths and cast stone models that cost several hundred dollars. If your budget is a little more strict, say around $30, we've rounded up some affordable options. Ahead are a handful of birdbaths from Amazon for under $30, so you can find a bird-friendly and wallet-friendly watering hole for feathered friends.

We chose from some of the most popular budget-friendly birdbaths on Amazon. At minimum, these products have at least a 4-star rating from over 2,500 reviews at the time of writing. We also considered variety in our picks, choosing a couple of different styles and types. Birds won't know the difference in price, but will care more about the birdbath being in a good spot. If you have a green thumb, you can surround it with bird- and butterfly-attracting flowers. To anchor your backyard bird oasis, browse these affordable birdbaths.

The Alpine Corporation Outdoor Lotus Birdbath has a classic look, bearing some resemblance to vintage cast iron birdbaths. However, it comes without the weight and hefty price tag. Instead, this birdbath is made of weather-resistant polypropylene plastic and sells for $23.34. The material helps keep both costs and weight low — it actually comes with stakes so you can secure it into the lawn if it's at-risk of tipping over. It's molded into a pretty design, with small bird statues, a lotus leaf bowl shape, and filigree-inspired details. The aged green color contributes to the antique-inspired style.

This birdbath is on the smaller side but still has ample space for birds, measuring 33 inches tall and 20 inches wide. The shallow bowl is wide enough to pair with a solar fountain, which is recommended by quite a few reviewers. Birds like the sound of moving water, and you can achieve that with something like the SZMP Solar Fountain. It's an extra cost but adds movement and beauty.

Reviewers are quite happy with this Alpine Corporation birdbath, awarding it 4.2 stars based on over 4,000 reviews. A commenter explains, "[It's] easy to put together and while it is plastic it looks really nice. Not just a bowl on a stand — the bowl looks like a large leaf and it has a small second layer with two birds on it. The patina look is very nice." Negative reviews tend to mention the plasticky material and its light weight, though some say adding more stakes or screwing it to a base helps in windy areas. For those who don't want a plastic birdbath, there are other options on this list.

The Daoeny Metal Bird Bath is made of iron, with a weather- and rust-resistant coating. This is a minimalist birdbath that leans rustic, with a curlicue curved metal detail and antique finish options. Instead of a freestanding base, this birdbath sits on a stake, which you drive into the soil. A reviewer also mentions staking it into a large plant pot full of dirt if you want a movable option. This model measures 35 inches tall by 12 inches wide, so it is a more compact choice, and is priced at $23.99. The basin is the size of a large plate (and it can be used as a feeder too)sitting on a metal rim. 

This is another well-rated product, with 4.2 stars overall from over 2,800 reviews. A repeat buyer calls this: "My favorite birdbath (2nd time re-purchasing). The color is pretty. Super durable and stays put in the ground. Great price." The reviewer goes on to appreciate how easy it is to remove, clean, and refill the basin. Some reviews note a complaint that is common for metal birdbaths: the material can get hot and create conditions too warm for birds. For this reason, it's better-suited for cooler climates, or at the very least, in shady areas.

Arguably the most decorative birdbath on this list is the Mumtop Glass Bird Bath. It's immediately eye-catching, with a brightly-colored, gradient hue across the rippled glass basin. It's available in blue, green, or red and is mounted on a steel post with a stake on the bottom (another option you secure into the ground). The blue birdbath is priced at $26.98, with the other shades a few dollars more. 

This is a smaller pedestal birdbath, measuring 11.4 inches wide by 26 inches tall. The glass basin is striking and easy to clean, but typical of glass, is more breakable. It also has a smooth surface, which is slippery for birds, but you can add stones, sticks, or even bathtub stickers to give them more grip. Glass birdbaths can also crack or break in freezing weather, so this is a decorative backyard addition for the warmer months.

Based on over 2,600 reviews, this birdbath has a 4.1-star rating. As one commenter explains, "This is a gorgeous accent to the garden bed. Not overwhelming, doesn't steal the show from the flowers, but adds to the beauty of the garden. Easy to clean and store during the winter. When the sun hits the glass, it's a work of art." While the basin is beautiful, some reviews complain about the metal stand, which they say is flimsy. The majority of reviewers seem to make it work though, since it still earns a good overall rating.

Those tight on space might prefer a hanging birdbath rather than a pedestal version, which takes up ground area. The Cargen Hanging Bird Bath is a very affordable pick. At $12.99, it's the cheapest on this list. It's essentially just a shallow plastic dish with a metal chain for hanging. It measures 9.8 inches across, so it's very compact, and has a small S-hook on top to hang from branches or brackets. It also makes a great hanging platform feeder.

With 4.3 stars from over 4,300 reviews, buyers consider this a simple but practical birdbath. As one reviewer puts it, "I get a lot of birds in my yard ranging from small sparrows to larger blue jays (and even some occasional hawks). I use this as a bird bath and the birds love it. It's sturdy, holds the weight of several birds at once. I even saw a jay hanging out." It's not fancy, but it works, and is especially ideal for small backyards.