If you’re trying to budget out your gift-giving, we’ve designed our guide with price in mind. Here you’ll find gifts at a variety of price points, so whether you’re buying something for a casual White Elephant party or trying to spoil someone special, you’ll find it.
Gifts Under $50
It’s never too early to learn chemistry, but you probably don’t want a child fiddling with caustic substances. A child-safe chemistry kit like this offers kids a chance to learn science through dozens of experiments.
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Toys come and go, but creativity lasts forever. Skip the action figures and dolls this year, and give a child the gift of Legos. The medium brick box has all the pieces they’ll need to build anything their imagination shows them.
Wrapped in fabric, the third incarnation of the Echo Dot isn’t just a good-looking smart speaker; it’s got a big, bold sound as well. Of course, it also comes with Alexa, one of the most useful digital assistants around. Read our full review.
Gifts Under $75
Gifts Under $100
One of the most versatile appliances you can have in your kitchen, the Instant Pot Duo functions as a pressure cooker, slow cooker, rice cooker, even yogurt cooker. Whatever meal you want to cook, it’s quick and easy. Check out our favorite instant pots.
Voracious readers don’t need to lug their collection around with them if they have a Kindle, a slim ebook reader that can hold thousands of books. Long battery life and waterproofing mean you can keep reading even in the wilderness. Read our full review.
A great cup of coffee or tea requires precision; if the water is too hot, the brew is ruined. The PerfectTemp kettle offers six distinct temperature settings to get that perfect cup, and will keep the water warm for a while after brewing. Check out our favorite electric kettles.
Gifts Under $200
Bonavita’s elegant drip coffee maker is more than a pretty face. It pre-infuses the grounds, evenly extracting for a rich flavor in every cup. It will even keep the coffee warm after brewing, so you can make a big batch without fear. Check out our favorite coffee makers.
The ideal drone for those looking to get into the hobby, the Tello is small and easy to steer. You can fly it with a smartphone app or with a drone controller, and the 5 MP camera shoot great photos and videos. Check out our favorite drones.
Gifts Under $500
When you’re adventuring in nature, don’t rely on your smartphone to capture the moment. GoPro’s Hero8 Black offers smooth, detailed video and clear audio. It captures movement without ghosting, so even your most extreme exploits will look good. Read our full review.
Gifts Over $500
Apple’s latest flagship phone is a masterpiece of design, with a sleek body, powerful processor, and gorgeous display. The main attraction is the camera, with three lenses for shooting in any lighting situation. Read our full review.
