8 Best Ukuleles Under $200 – Great Sound for an Affordable Price

The Hadean UKB-23 comes with fine quality material and a preamp with an integrated tuner that suits amplified use for bass, volume, mid, and treble control.

Its Aquila Nylgut strings absorb little to no moisture for tuning stability. The gauge strings which come with varying densities also boost the accuracy of your fret-intonation. It also has an integrated tuner and an adjustable truss-rod that are tailored towards fast and easy tuning.

Most users mentioned that this ukulele suits playing standard bass guitar notes from (E, A, D, G low to high). You will find it super-easy to adjust the smaller spacing between your frets. However, some users complained that the tub next to the plug doesn’t open easily when you want to switch batteries, and it will take you a while to pull it out.

Most users loved how it’s fretted and sounds as good as the Kalas even when unplugged. They claimed to love its effective preamp with an accurate tuner and also mentioned that it’s great for performing or practice at half the price of Kala.

However, some users still complained that it’s neck heavy because of the tuning machines. Others didn’t like how it sounded like a standup when amped.

What are our favorite features?

• Perfect for standard bass guitar notes
• Super-easy to adjust frets
• Accurate tuner

What could be better?

• Neck heavy
• Sounds like standup

The Cordoba 15CM is the perfect ukulele for beginners seeking a Uke with a fine-tune. It’s handmade and features mahogany back, top, sides that give it a full yet rich sound. The fingerboard binding and the 15 CM’s abalone-style rosette sets it apart from other Ukulele models.

Other additional features that you will love about it include its silver tuners with pearl buttons, sleek satin finish, and premium Aquila strings. Most users appreciated its stylish look and the easy playability that it offers.

You can get the 15 CM in tenor (15TM) sizes, soprano (15SM), and an edge cutting finish with pickup (15CM- E EB). If you’re a left-handed person, you may consider to switch your nut as well having it intonated by a professional luthier.

Experts mentioned that it’s a great tenor ukulele under $200 though you should expect it to go out of tune every hour because the strings take some weeks to adapt. Just re-tune your string and do it 3 to 4 times for it to stay in tune much better.

Most users mentioned that this Uke has a warm tone compared to other models like the ADM concert Mahogany. It sounds amazing, and it will take you only a few weeks to stretch out its strings. Some customers complained that it doesn’t stay in tune for long, and it has a defective buzzing.

What are its best features?

• Rich sound
• Warm tone
• Easy playability
• Stylish look

What could be improved?

• Defective buzzing
• Doesn’t stay in tune for long

The Luna UKECORAL concert ukulele comes with a body material made from solid mahogany. It has a total of 20 frets, and the fretboard material is crafted from walnut. It also has etched kelp and fish design with abalone shell inlay.

It has a 15” scale with a Rosewood fingerboard and bridge, and boasts of a natural satin finish and set-neck construction. The Luna UKECORAL comes with a tan gig bag that is a durable yet impressive alternative to conventional bags.

Several users mentioned that it’s a nice uke with a comfortable volume, size, and its tone is remarkable. They claimed that they preferred playing it the most compared to the other Ukes. Some loved its laser design and how it’s solidly designed.

Other users insisted that this was their first uke with Aquila strings, and it stayed in tune for long. Other customers advised anyone with kids, pets, or those who loved traveling to get another sturdy bag since the gig bag doesn’t guarantee much protection. By the way, if you’re in search of an instrument to take with you wherever you go, take a look at our compilation of the best travel ukuleles.

What stands out?

• Remarkable tone
• Laser design
• Stays in tune for long

What cons did we manage to find?

• Gig bag isn’t sturdy

With a concert size, mahogany top and body, the Luna Guitars Starry Night suits anyone with little to no experience playing. It comes with everything you need in a single box and a gig bag for carrying it anywhere you go.

Its clip-on tuner is easy to use, and it will aid you in keeping your Luna in tune every time. It has other add-ons like Austin Bazaar Instructional DVD that will walk you through some of the tips and tricks to use during your learning.

You will also get an additional Austin Bazaar polishing cloth to keep your precious instrument in mint condition. Most users confessed that its stunning design matches the quality of its sounds. Whether you have several recurring gigs, you are an upcoming player, or you do songwriting on the go, the Luna Guitars Starry Night is perfect for your needs.

Other users boasted that it has a clear resonate sound while being played. Some were happy that it came with both a padded canvas case and a gig bag.

The sellers confirmed that this uke is acoustic and not acoustic electric – like some mentioned in the reviews. However, it does not come with Aquila strings and a strap.

Few users complained that the strings loosen easily, and they were compelled to use a screwdriver to tighten the screws after some hours.

Why is it special?

• Clear resonate sound
• Easy-to-use clip-on tuner
• Padded canvas case

What are the flaws?

• Strings loosen easily

The Kala KA-SCG Concert Ukulele under $200 is tailored towards fingerpicking, and its spruce will give you a uniquely punchy yet warm sound.

It has laminated mahogany back and sides, Aquila strings, a solid Sitka spruce top, white and black binding, and a catchy gloss finish. Mahogany sides and back enhance the tonal richness. The solid spruce top will project your volume, and the die-cast sealed gear tuners are designed for reliable tuning stability.

Most users mentioned liked how its back and sides add an organic character to your tone. One user even mentioned that the contrasting wood is beautiful; the sound produced is great and has a deep tone.

Experts mentioned that its spruce top distinguishes it from other ukes. Though the strings need tuning occasionally, some users mentioned that it became simpler with time.

Some users loved its concert size and claimed it easier between frets on their fingers. Overall, it can be pretty too loud for a beginner. One user claimed that the stock strings doesn’t hold a tune perfectly. Another user stated that though it has an exceptional finish, it occasionally got out of tune and hurt his ears.

What are its best features?

• Solid spruce top
• Gloss finish
• Deep tone

What could be improved?

• Goes out of tune frequently

The Ibanez, 4-String Ukulele has an original Ibanez shape, a flamed mahogany body, and an onboard tuner. Like several ukuleles, it has sturdy nylon strings, a flawless finish, a nice setup, and an outstanding Ibanez tech support.

This uke’s super-smooth, and you will appreciate its nice wood. Its built-in tuner, onboard EQ works seamlessly, and it even comes with a pair of batteries installed. Some users claimed that their unit came with menaces on the EQ, and Ibanez managed to send them a new EQ tuner for free.

Most users loved how it came fully set up that they could quickly begin playing. You can strap on it though this will require some effort. You’re prone to struggle to get your strap to stretch over the ¼ inch jack on the back of your instrument.

Few users advised anyone purchasing this instrument to get straps that you can tie to the head of your instruments under the strings. Some even recommended a mandolin strap for anyone finding it daunting to get a great one for their ukulele.

Others loved its high-quality electronic sound. Experts also claimed that the hard cases that work with Ibanez 4-String Ukulele are the Pukana La and the concert uke case.

What makes it special?

• Sturdy nylon strings
• Comes full set up

What cons did we find?

• Daunting to fix straps

With a bound top, striking abalone rosette, back, and fingerboard, the Fender Zuma Concert Ukulele comes with a concert body style that provides a top-notch playing experience for gamers with large hands.

Its 16-fret neck extends your range while the no-tie bridge fosters quick and easy changing of your strings. The four inline Tele headstocks come with amazing vintage-style tuners that are great for home and studio use.

It has a gloss finish, and you will enjoy its warm and pleasant sound that blends perfectly with other instruments. Some customers were disappointed that it didn’t come with a casing.

Overall, most users loved its gloss finish and even mentioned that the tele headstock sounds awesome when playing above the 5th fret. Other users were disappointed that the lower frets sounded too tiny and occasionally went out of tune.

What are its best features?

• Perfect for large hands
• Gloss finish
• Blends perfectly with other instruments

What could be improved?

• Doesn’t come with a casing
• Lower frets sound too tiny
• Goes out of tune

The Caramel CUB402 is a high-quality Ukulele with an impressive EQ to aid you to adjust the bass, treble, middle, and volume. It comes with a solid mahogany body, Aquila bass string, wall hanger cleaning cloth, strap, and a free padded gig bag.

Experts claimed that it suits the needs of both beginners and professionals alike. They even mentioned that its EQ has a strong endurance that is ideal for a long time playing.

Some users mentioned that this ukulele even works in the same octave as a conventional bass guitar like the Kala U-bass while others stated that playing bass is straightforward, and it’s like a bass guitar (E1, D1, A2, G2). Few users, however, were disgusted that they had to install add-ons like the strap and its strap pegs. Most of them recommended it due to its well-built nature and how it plays seamlessly.

One user mentioned that the booklet contains instructions for a regular ukulele and not for a bass ukulele. Prepare to take some time to figure out how you can tune this instrument.

A few users didn’t like its unplugged volume more so from the E to the G strings. The output from the A and D strings is stronger than the E and G strings.

What are our favorite features?

• Impressive EQ
• Easy to play bass
• Well-built nature

What could be better?

• Hard installing add-ons
• Time consuming to tune