Short answer: As of 2025, the most expensive TikTok gift commonly cited is the Universe, priced at around 44,999 coins (roughly $560 USD), with other premium gifts like Castle, Lion, and Yacht also commanding very high coin prices. The exact highest-priced gift can vary slightly by source due to updates in coin values and new gift introductions, but Universe consistently sits at the top end of the list.

Details and context

• What “gifts” cost: TikTok uses an internal currency called coins. Real money purchases convert to coins, which are then spent on virtual gifts during live streams. The gift animation and status on screen are part of the patron’s support signal to creators.

• Universe as the top tier: Multiple sources in 2025 identify Universe as the most expensive standard gift, often cited around 44,999 coins (approximately $560 USD), making it the premier premium option for fans wanting to maximize visibility and appreciation.

• Other high-end gifts: Castle, Yacht, Lion, and Planet-style gifts also appear at the upper end of the price spectrum (tens of thousands of coins), and are used to mark major moments or milestone support. Exact coin values vary by source and over time as TikTok adjusts offerings.

• Practical note: Because TikTok takes a significant cut from gifts, the creator typically receives roughly half of the coin value, so a high-value gift translates to substantial but not full coin-to-cash conversion for the recipient. This influences how creators and fans perceive the impact of these gifts.

If you’d like, I can tailor the answer to a specific date range or person’s region (since coin values can vary by country) and summarize the current top gifts with their approximate USD values based on the latest sources.