ngl, I was so nervous about drilling into my bumper, I almost didn't do it! But I’m so happy with how it turned out. Since you're watching the budget, maybe try:

* Ikon Motorsports Front Bumper Lip
* OLM High Point Duckbill Spoiler

Basically, cheaper lips are better cuz you're gonna scrape 'em anyway... trust me! Are you planning on doing the install yourself? gl!

I am in the same boat right now with my 2023. I keep looking at various lips but honestly I am terrified of choosing something that wont hold up or might vibrate against the paint and ruin the finish. It is such a balance between wanting that look and not wanting to devalue the car with poor fitment or rust. Basically, I have been stuck in research mode for weeks cuz I dont want to regret it later. If you do go the budget route, you might want to consider applying 3M Paint Protection Film to the bumper where the lip makes contact. It prevents the plastic from sanding down your clear coat over time. Also, be careful with the included hardware. I would suggest swapping any generic screws for stainless steel to prevent rust streaks later on. Making sure the install is solid is way more important than the brand name tbh.

> I’m leaning towards an OEM+ look, specifically looking at front lips and ducktail spoilers.

Totally agree with the above! Honestly, fitment is EVERYTHING for that Gen 2 body. I've been looking at technical specs and here's a quick comparison for ur budget:

1. Subaru OEM Front Under Spoiler: Best fitment, pricey, very subtle look.
2. Noble T-Style Front Lip: Amazing value, looks 100% OEM+, installs super easy.
3. Aeroflow Dynamics V2 Front Lip: Highkey more aggressive, but you might scrape more.

For the ducktail, definitely check out the Noble Duck Bill Spoiler vs the Importology Ducktail Spoiler. The Noble one is fantastic cuz it uses factory mounting points! Basically, if you want to stay under $1k, going with Noble parts is a total win-win for quality. Quick tip: always use extra 3M Exterior Attachment Tape 06382 even if they provide tape, just for peace of mind. gl!!