43 Best Christmas Gifts and Ideas for Every Price Range
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Popco microwave popcorn makerThis silicone popcorn maker not only comes with handles (which means no more burning your fingers on a glass one), but it also comes in a wide variety of fun colors. It's easy to use, and it's collapsible for convenient storage.
Blueear Bluetooth beanie hatWhen temperatures drop, this Bluetooth beanie hat will be a lifesaver for those you know who are always on their phone or listening to music. Whether they're going for a run, commuting to work or on vacation in a cold climate, the hat will keep not only their head warm, but their hands, too. Plus, it's unisex and comes in a variety of colors.
Cleverfy Shower SteamersIf you know someone who likes the scented showers at spas, they'll love these shower steamers, which takes aromatherapy to the next level. The Purple Set of steamers comes in a six-pack of scents, including mint, eucalyptus and lavender, and will transform their shower into a soothing, spa-like setting. A friend gave me a pack for my birthday and I quickly got hooked.
BrüMate Hopsulator SlimNo one likes a warm beer or seltzer, right? BrüMate has a whole line of insulated koozies that are designed to keep your favorite beverages colder longer, so you don't need to rush through drinking them or risk them getting warm. You can find ones that work for slim cans (like White Claw and Bud Light), bottles, mixed drinks, pint cans and more.
Prismacolor Premier color pencilsGift the artist in your life a set of these premium colored pencils. Great for school, or just for doodling.
Kitchen Gizmo Snap N' Strain clip-on colanderCNET's James Bricknell swears by this handy clip-on strainer: "Many home cooks have tried to balance a pot lid so that it's open just enough to pour water or oil through, but not enough to let the food fall out. Sometimes, it works; often, it doesn't. This cool little gadget makes that entire process easier by clipping to the edge of your pot or pan and acting like a colander to strain off liquid without losing the most important part - your delicious food."
Best Christmas gift ideas under $50 Yeti RamblerWho doesn't need a durable travel mug that comes from a renowned brand in a wide array of fun colors and sizes? The 20-ounce Rambler mugs are vacuum insulated and double-walled and also have a MagSlider lid for when you want to take a sip of your hot (or cold) beverage. Plus, the Yeti Rambler also made our list of best travel coffee mugs , so that's something to sip on.
Bodum Chambord French pressThis French press is not only eye-catching with its sleek glass carafe and polished stainless steel, but it's also a CNET best French press pick . It earned that title for brewing strong, richly flavored coffee. Plus, it comes in an array of colors, from black to copper to gold.
West Coast-Style IPA Beer Brewing KitFor your friend, family member or coworker who is into beer - and also DIY - this IPA beer brewing kit will be a hit. The hops are from the Yakima Valley in Washington and will produce spicy citrus flavors in the IPA. The kit includes things like a gallon-sized glass fermentor, malt extract, yeast and hops. And if your friend is not a DIY person, you can always check out our pick for the best beer subscription boxes .
Mermaker flannel cookie blanketThis one is for the cookie lovers. With this soft flannel blanket, they can envelope themselves in a gigantic chocolate chip cookie that looks good enough to eat. The only problem is it may make them crave cookies so perhaps include a mix when gifting. If they're more a savory type of person, the blanket also comes as a pizza and tamale. And if the person tends to run cold in general, check out our picks for the best gifts for sleeping cozy .
Royal Craft Wood bamboo boardWhether you know someone who just moved into a new home or have some friends who are always hosting parties, a charcuterie platter is a great gift. This one has slots for crackers and nuts and an area for the fruit and cheese. It also comes with four little stainless steel knives that hide away when they aren't in use.
King of Tokyo board gameThis is a great game for all ages (even younger players). Each player's monster (like Godzilla or King Kong) tries to gain control of Tokyo through dice rolling and a whole lot of high-jinks. It's a high-paced hilarious game that's fun for everyone. Plus, it made our pick for CNET's best family game overall.
Apple AirTagAn AirTag would make a great gift for any Apple fan in your life, especially those who tend to lose track of where they put things. These little item trackers can be slipped into luggage, backpacks and wallets or attached to keys, bikes and more. (Here are some other creative ways to use AirTags .)
Oral-B Pro 1000The Oral-B Pro 1000 is our top pick for the best electric toothbrush of 2024 . This rechargeable electric toothbrush is geared toward adults, but it's a great way to get kids to brush their teeth better too. Available in multiple color options, it has three brushing modes (daily clean, whiten and sensitive) and a built-in two-minute timer to make sure you brush long enough, with the toothbrush pulsing every 30 seconds to remind you to switch brushing spots.
Best Christmas gift ideas under $100 Solo Stove Mesa tabletop fire pitSolo Stove makes some of CNET's favorite fire pits . This 5.1-inch tabletop model is perfect for making s'mores all year round. Like all Solo Stove models, it's a smokeless firepit, so you can get that glow and ambiance you'd expect from a campfire without all your clothes smelling like smoke afterwards. It comes in a variety of colors, or you can opt to pay a little more for the bigger, 7-inch Mesa XL.
Ninja 4-quart air fryerAir fryers are still one of the most popular kitchen appliances for the holiday season, and the best of the best is the Ninja 4-quart air fryer. It's ranked as CNET's best air fryer overall because it's powerful, easy to operate and under $100. It also produced the best chicken wings, according to testing from CNET's David Watsky. Whether your giftee wants to try out a batch or make something else, this Ninja model is the cooking companion they didn't know they needed.
Instant Vortex 4-Quart Air FryerAnother air fryer option is the Instant Vortex, from the same company that makes the Instant Pot. This 4-quart air fryer has a nonstick basket and a digital touchscreen for just $100. That's a large enough capacity to cook fries, chicken, veggies and much more with ease.
Nomad Card WalletThis tan leather wallet has a classic look and a minimalistic design with enough room for eight cards. It has three card slots as well as a large inner pocket. And because it's so thin, it won't bulge out of someone's pocket.
Amazon Smart ThermostatA CNET Editors' Choice award winner , this budget smart thermostat - with Alexa voice integration - is the best in its price category. It features many of the tools pricier thermostats offer, from its easy set up to learning your habits. CNET's Jon Reed says that one of his favorite features is that it offers helpful hints and reminders, as well as "Fun Facts" from the app's Energy Dashboard.
Bala BanglesThese weighted wrist and ankle bracelets are not only great when you're going for a walk or run but also give you a light workout even when you're doing housework.
Ember Smart MugA number of our CNET editors have tried out the Ember smart mug. It's not cheap, but it's a great way to keep the coffee or tea on your desk hot all day long.
Meater Plus with Bluetooth repeaterNever dry out that steak or prime rib again thanks to this handy tool that should be in every home chef's cooking arsenal. Read more: The Meater Plus Will Save Your Meat From Well-Done Hell
Best Christmas gift ideas over $100 Barrington Dartboard CabinetAs a dart player, I'm adding this dartboard to my Christmas list. Not only is it classy-looking, but the built-in storage and scoreboard is a big plus, as well as the LED lights to help you see the target. Whether the person's an amateur dart player or more of a pro, you'll hit the bullseye by gifting this to them.
Keurig K-Mini Plus BrewerIf you're trying to find a space-saving Keurig for someone on your gift list, the K-Mini is perfect - and also comes in a striking red color. Plus, it made our best Keurig coffee makers for 2024 round-up.
Everlywell Food Sensitivity TestWe all have that friend or family member who thinks they're allergic to something but cannot figure out what. Well, now you can help them solve the mystery by getting them an Everlywell food sensitivity test. It'll test up to 96 different foods - like seeds, spices and seafood - to show them how their body reacts to them. It's fascinating - and could change their life.
Mavix gaming chairA great chair can really make a huge difference, especially if you sit at a desk for most of the day. Mavix makes a variety of chairs that can be partially customized to make them look and feel like your own. You can add massagers, change the wheel colors and more.
Ooni Koda 12 Gas Powered Pizza OvenWhat do you get the serious home chef who likes to tinker in the kitchen any chance they get? Some extra bells and whistles, of course. The Ooni Koda pizza oven has a devoted following, and for good reason. It can reach up to 950 degrees, cook a 12-inch pizza in 60 seconds, and can even cook steaks, fish, vegetables - anything really. That alone makes it a culinary gadget to covet.
Click and Grow Smart Garden 3This is a perfect tech-meets-gardener (or aspiring gardener) present because it allows your giftee to grow their own herbs, like fresh basil. CNET's David Watsky says, "It couldn't be simpler to operate, with self-contained seed pods, LED grow lights and a water tank that needs filling only every two or three weeks. A perfect starter herb indoor garden for someone with a not-so-green thumb." And this is also one of CNET's picks for best indoor smart gardens .
Theragun EliteThe Theragun Elite is our pick for the best massage gun overall because it's powerful, comfortable and easy to use for a wide range of people. It comes with five attachments for targeting different areas, and you can customize the speed and strength to your liking or use preset treatments.
Nixplay smart digital photo frameEveryone always appreciates a good picture frame. With this one, you can pre-load photos onto it for Mom or Grandma and set it to display one photo or go through a slideshow of favorites. Another perk is that the frame will auto-rotate pictures and display them in either landscape or portrait mode, and a sensor will automatically turn the frame off if you're not in the room.
Best personalized gift ideas West & Willow Pet PortraitsThese West & Willow pet portraits are perfect for the dog (and animal) lovers in your life. I ordered one for a former boss – and she still talks about it being one of her favorite gifts ever. They're also hand-illustrated - no filters or apps are used in the creative process - which makes them even more unique.
With Mixbook, you can make a photo book, calendar, cards and more by simply uploading some of your favorite pictures. You can get as creative as you'd like or use Mixbook's presets. CNET's Shelby Brown used Mixbook to organize her wedding photos - and also made a photo book for her dad. "It was easy to add and edit photos, text, extra pages and embellishments to the template I chose," she says. Mixbook also made CNET's list for best photo books for 2024 .
Engraved decanter set with glassesThe whiskey lovers in your life will love this gift, which is both practical and personal. Not only will they get an engraved decanter but also a set of matching glasses. (And hopefully you'll get an invite to join them in trying it out.)
Casetify casesCasetify offers a wide variety of cases for iPhones, Android phones, MacBooks, headphones and more. You can pick from one of many designs the company offers - or you can opt to customize a case of your own with a name, initials, favorite colors and so on. If you're looking for a one-of-a-kind gift, you just found it.
Best electronics gift ideas Earfun Air Pro 4With all the earbuds out there these days, how do you choose? Earfun is one of our go-to brands for value earbuds. CNET's David Carnoy says they're lightweight and comfortable to wear, which is important when you're wearing them for hours on end. And the battery life is lasts up to 11 hours with noise canceling off and 7.5 hours with it on, according to Earfun.
JBL Clip 4 portable clip-on speakerThis portable speaker not only delivers solid sound for its size, but it's also got an IP67 water-resistance rating. It comes with a handy integrated carabiner, which is why it's CNET's favorite compact Bluetooth speaker for clipping onto backpacks .
Meta Quest 3Step up their VR experience by upgrading it with a Meta Quest 3, our top pick for the best VR headset of 2024 . This headset allows for more-intuitive interactions, more-accurate precision, and realistic sensations, helping you immerse yourself better in the game or app. Plus, you can do more than just game on this set. You can also learn how to play the piano, attend workout classes in studios, and even attend your favorite band's concert, all from the comfort of your home.
Grid Studio framed electronicsWhile it may not be a traditional electronics gift, any electronics enthusiast would love to have one of these framed devices on their wall. Grid Studios takes apart old devices and frames them with the insides laid out for everyone to see. There are previous-gen iPhone models, Android phones and even some retro handheld gaming consoles.
Best subscription service gift ideas Dollar Shave ClubDollar Shave Club continues to be popular and for good reason - affordable products and happy customers. Although it started as a razor subscription service, it's now so much more, providing clients with everything from men's shaving and grooming products to skincare and oral care. The starter kit - which includes four, six-blade razors, a handle, a razor cover and shave butter - is only $5. Dollar Shave Club also made our pick for the best shave club for 2024 , and one of our female editors said she's used the razors, too.
AmazingClubs' Hot Sauce of the Month ClubChances are, you know someone who's obsessed with hot sauce - the hotter, the better. With this subscription, they'll get two new ones each month, as well as a creative newsletter, "Turn Up the Heat," full of fun facts and serving suggestions. (For more on spicy sauces, you can check out CNET's best BBQ sauces .)
Audible audiobooksThis is literally the gift that keeps on giving since whomever you gift it to will surely benefit. A one-month subscription is $15 and the person will receive one book credit. Or, you can buy them a few months at once.
KiwiCo cratesKiwiCo has specialized activity kits that are designed for children of various ages. You'll want to pick the kit that's closest to your child's age to ensure they have the best experience with it. The company has arts, early learning, science, design, culture, tinkering and more involved in the crates, so they should absolutely keep the kids in your family having fun.
