Before I get down to nuts and bolts, let me just say that I like to think just about every tallit I sell is an inexpensive tallit. We are a family-run operation and try to keep our prices as low as possible (see our Price Guarantee).
Generally speaking, what constitutes an inexpensive tallit depends on what kind of tallit you have in mind.
Inexpensive Tallit – Under $50
In this price range you’ll have to settle for synthetic, though some wool tallits will also be priced under $50 if you are looking for a narrow size tallit just worn around the neck and not covering the back (Size 18 and Size 24).
Inexpensive Tallit – Under $100
When it comes to wool, you can buy a tallit for under $100 as long as you’re willing to go with thin, machine-spun tzitzit, rather than thick hand-spun tzitzit. The Prima A.A. is priced around $75 (less for smaller sizes) and is a good quality weave. I’m not just saying that to promote sales. The Pe’er White and Chatanim offer a higher quality weave, but I have shown people up close the Prima A.A. side-by-side with the Chatanim. “See how this one is a tighter weave?” They nod their heads, but I can tell they’re not seeing the difference.
Still, if you want a tallit that will last for many years, a very nice looking Shabbos tallis, or a tallit for a groom or a bar mitzvah boy, you should consider spending the extra money for the Pe’er, Chatanim or Kalil, which drape down a bit better, stay white better, repel stains better and have a nicer atara.
Inexpensive Tallit – Under $200
If you are looking for a nice, unique bar mitzvah tallit or wedding tallit, but want to keep the price tag under $200, Gabrieli tallit sets and Yair Emanuel tallit sets offer very good value. Our price on the narrow Gabrieli tallit is under $200, though the full size tallit costs considerably more. Finding a handwoven tallit at this price level is a real rarity.
Inexpensive Tallit – Under $500
I maintain that the Weaving Creation tallits I sell are inexpensive for what you get. They are made on a hand loom by a master weaver. I am familiar with comparable hand-woven tallits, and typically they are priced higher – sometimes $200 or $300 higher.
