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Christmas is less than a month away, but you still have plenty of time to find the perfect gift. If you’re on a tight budget, we’ve put together a list of fun and affordable gifts for everyone on your list.
From budget-friendly gift ideas to stocking stuffers, Secret Santa, White Elephant, Hanukkah and Kwanzaa gifts, this is the perfect list for shoppers who like to save while they spend.
Below, find a roundup of the 28 best gifts under $25. Featured among the roundup are just over two dozen thoughtful and useful gifts for men, women and kids. For more gift ideas, be sure to read our roundup of Music-Inspired White Elephant Gifts, Best Buy deals and the best stocking stuffers for adults.
You’ve likely never seen a Bluetooth speaker like this. The Dosmix Retro Bluetooth Speaker retails for $16.99 and is an extremely unique offering to give the music-lover in your life. The speaker has all the same functions as your ordinary speaker, including Bluetooth capabilities, fast charging and a long-lasting battery life, but it looks like a vintage model you’d likely pay thousands of dollars for. Dosmix’s speaker is small enough that it can be taken anywhere, especially mobile, thanks to the handle on the top. The vintage design also makes this speaker an excellent decor piece.
Earbuds are a must for comfortable on-the-go listening. This holiday season, you’d be remiss not to get your music-obsessed loved one these JLab Go Air Pop+ True Wireless Earbuds, on sale right now for $19.99. These earbuds come in a multitude of colors nestled in a matching charging case. The Go Air Pop+ style is built for on-the-go listening because it’s 15% smaller and 40% lighter than its predecessor, making storage in your pocket or bag a breeze. If all that wasn’t enough, these buds boast 9+ hours of playtime in each earbud and 26+ extra hours from the charging case, so you’ll never be without your tunes.
Tikland Smart Watch Compatible With Android and iPhone
A smart watch with a touch screen face.
Tikland’s Android and iPhone compatible Smart Watch is just $20.99 now at Walmart. That’s a whopping 89% off. The discount is even sweeter when you realize the watch is comparable to higher-end models. You’ve got a high resolution screen, 110 sports modes including running, cycling, basketball and yoga to track and measure your goals and success and a waterproof finish made for working up a sweat. You can even take clear calls on this watch without missing a beat.
If all else fails, a PlayStation Store Gift Card for $10 should do the trick, especially for the avid gamer in your life. $10 is enough to get you started with a PlayStation Plus membership, giving users tons of access to free and discounted content each month, along with older titles from the PS4 and PS3.
Also in affordable tech, the JBL Tune 1500 headphones are on sale for $24.95. The feature 40 hours of playtime, noise cancellation, Bluetooth and quick charging.
Singing live in the car? What’s not to love? Have a music party in the car with this affordable karaoke mic from Five Below. It’s a little more than $5, but certainly worth it. Available in white or black, the wireless microphone connects to FM stations and it has flashing LED lights.
BBTKCARE Baby Headphones Noise Cancelling Headphones for Babies for 3 Months to 2 Years
Baby headphones.
Need a baby gift? These tiny headphones are made to protect babies’ ears from all kinds of loud noises (concerts, parties, etc). Designed for babies ages three months to toddlers, the ultra-light headphones feature an adjustable headband with soft ear-cushions (zero pressure) and they’re available in a bunch of different colors such as pink, blue and green.
Runbox men’s wallets are priced from $19.99-$24.95 at Amazon and you can get them in select colors including the orange and black design above as well as brown, and navy. The sleek and slim, vegan leather wallet comes equipped with an integrated money clip. Apply the instant coupon to save 40% off your purchase.
Stanley’s Quencher cups have been the hottest gift for years, and the hype isn’t dying down anytime soon. The brand’s 30oz bottle comes with an ergonomic handle and a built-in straw for easy sipping. Plus, the container is insulated to keep your cold drinks ice cold and hot drinks nice and toasty for hours on end. If all that didn’t sell you, these cups are also dishwasher safe, making them extremely simple to clean.
Legos are another hit gift that never fails. They’re interactive and decorative, giving users the best of both worlds. We love this Happy Plants set because it’s whimsical and easy to build, especially if you’re gifting it to kids. For $21.99, you’ll get two succulent-esque plants. That’s roughly $11 for two happy plants, no watering required.
This Lululemon Clippable Card Pouch is currently 44% off, a steal considering the brand’s merchandise rarely goes on sale. Convenient and cute, this pouch clips to your bag or keys like a charm, keeping your wallet at arm’s length.
“Mad Libs: For the Fans: Taylor Swift Edition” is currently the number one best-seller in popular music on Amazon, and it’s easy to see why. The book is extremely affordable at just $3.82, and gives Swifties endless hours of fun with themed prompts galore. This book would be best utilized as a stocking stuffer or tucked away for a white elephant party.
Why shell out tons of money on Ugg slippers when you can cop a dupe for just $10? Joyspun’s Women’s Faux Suede Platform Clog Slippers are virtually an exact replica of Ugg’s classic platform silhouettes, except the Joyspun model is way more affordable. You’ve got the same sherpa lining for warmth, textural suede uppers and height-boosting platform soles. The Joyspun style is also slip-on like its doppelgänger.
Le Creuset is and will always be a popular cookware brand, but the brand’s offerings can cost an arm and a leg. If you want to dip your toes into the world of luxury cookware, without spending a fortune, Nordstrom has the brand’s mini 8-oz pot available for just $21.95 in a ton of colors. This size pot is perfect for boiling eggs and confiting, or cooking something low and slow in a fat, just about everything from garlic to tomatoes. It’s also just super cute.
Ulta Beauty x Mini Brands Pops Plush Keychains
A mini brand blind box with a small makeup product attached to a keychain.
The blind box craze doesn’t seem to be stopping anytime soon, so we figured we’d add in a few options for fans of the plushie phenom. This one from Ulta Beauty x Mini Brands is unlike anything we’ve seen from the blind box market before because it combines a cute collectible plushie with a mini usable makeup product. So you’ll be getting a keychain and a random makeup product all for just $7.49. It’s pretty ingenious.
Slippers are our go-to around the house. If you want to keep the chill away this winter, these Gap Sherpa Slippers for $26.99 will be your best friend. The style is slip-on and made of sherpa material that insulates, keeping your feet toasty. The soles are also treaded rubber, so you won’t go slipping and sliding around the house.
You might be thinking to yourself, “Socks for Christmas? How original.” But just stick with us. These ones from Vuori are a banger, and they’re only $18. The ankle-length socks are made with performance in mind. They’re moisture-wicking, which means no more sweaty feet, and they’re made of a blend of cotton and polyester, giving them the perfect weight and stretch to keep your feet nice and cozy all winter long.
Ever wanted to get your nails done but just couldn’t get yourself to pay the price at a salon? We’ve been there too. In order to save you or your loved one some money, you’d better get them this Heyhae Sun-Cured Gel Nail Strips kit for just $10 at Nordstrom. The kit comes with everything you need to get your nails looking good, without spending a fortune on a professional manicure including 28 nail strips, prep pad, nail file and wooden stick to get your cuticles in order. If this design isn’t your thing, Nordstrom has a bunch of Heyhae designs you can choose from on their website.
If you’re like us, you’re used to taking off your jewelry in public and tossing it in your bag, never to be seen again. This Mini Travel Jewelry Case Key Chain alleviates that issue, giving you a neat and tidy place to put your accessories when you’re over them. The case also doubles as a bag charm, letting users give their bags a trendy touch. It’s a two-in-one for just $18. What could be bad about that?
Give the gift of comfort this holiday season with this ultra-cozy Yurhap robe for just $24.99 on Amazon. Usually, robes cost a pretty penny, especially at this quality. This Yurhap robe is made of plush fleece, ensuring you’re nice and warm post-bath or shower. It also comes in a bunch of colors, all for under $30.
A candle is usually a pretty standard gift, and one that serves as both decor and a scent. This one from Nest retails for $20 and comes in 2oz. The scent is salt and rosewater, a fruity and floral aroma that fills your space and burns for up to three to four hours at a time. It’s a gift that everyone will appreciate, and it won’t break the bank either.
The Hydro Flask Micro Hydro Water Bottle for $19.95 is a favorite gift among Nordstrom shoppers, and it’s easy to see why. It’s basically just a Hydro Flask water bottle, but smaller, 6.7 oz to be exact. It’s still got all the same facets that we love about the OG bottle, like superior insulation of both hot and cold drinks and durability able to withstand drops and scuffs galore. Unlike the original, this bottle is way easier to bring with you on the go because of its compact size.
Shopping for other boozy gifts? The Sheelin Holiday Mini Gift Pack features a dozen flavors of Irish Cream ranging from tropical, sweet, and warming notes with classic flavors and yummy options such as Raspberry Cheesecake, Winter Spice, Creme Brulee, Mango, Snickerdoodle and more.
Lightsaber Chopsticks — LED, Reusable Sushi Lightup Chopstick Set Of 1
Lightsaber chopsticks.
May the force be with your next meal! Light saber chopsticks are a great novelty gift for Star Wars fans. The glowing chopsticks are available in blue, green, red, pink and other colors.
A pair of warm and comfortable gloves are a seasonal necessity, so why not make it a gift? Trendoux gloves are made from acrylic and spandex and feature touchscreen tips, so you won’t have to take them off to use your smartphone, tablet or another touchscreen device. The gloves come in black, blue, red, grey and other colors (sizes M-L).
If you know someone who ran out of f*cks to give, this hilarious gift will be a hit.
You can’t go wrong with cologne! This Kenneth Cole gift set includes three, mini-bottles of Kenneth Cole Black, Kenneth Cole Blue and Kenneth Cole Vintage Black. Click here for other cologne and perfume gift sets to shop for the holidays.
Educational gifts can be fun! With the National Geographic Mega Gemstone Dig Kit kids can dig in a real gem mine and excavate real crystal treasures. The set has 15 gemstones including pyrite, amethyst, tiger’s eye, fluorite, quartz, obsidian and aventurine. A chisel, brush and magnifying glass are included in the box.
