Gift ideas under $25
Emporia Smart Plug A smart plug is an affordable way to instantly make your loved one's home smarter, letting them control lamps, coffee makers and other small appliances. The Emporia smart plug tops our list of the best smart plugs of 2025 and is the recipient of a CNET Editors' Choice Award, thanks to its affordability, easy setup and excellent energy management. $12 at Amazon Close
Hex Bots Wall Crawler Gecko This wall-crawling gecko is a hit with kids and adults. Use the remote from up to 25 feet away to make the delightfully creepy lizard scale walls and flat surfaces or do spin tricks. CNET's Bridget Carey says it's her favorite indoor toy hands-down, “both as a mom and as someone who delights in making my co-workers squirm.” $25 at Amazon Close
Baseus Picogo Power Bank 5K A variety of Baseus chargers appear on our list of the best power banks for iPhone in 2025, including this affordable, wireless magnetic model that easily attaches to your phone. It's slim and lightweight, making it convenient to slip into a bag or pocket. Perfect for those who are always on the go. $20 at Amazon Close
Dash Mini Waffle Maker The Dash Mini has been making the rounds for a while now on TikTok, and it managed to secure a spot on our list of the best waffle makers of 2025. Our testers appreciated its ease of use, nonstick surface and the perfectly delectable size of the small waffles it churns out. A holiday-themed Dash Mini makes a great gift, whether you need something for your holiday office party or as a white elephant present. $13 at Walmart Close
Blueear Bluetooth beanie hat When 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. $23 at Amazon Close
Renpho smart jump rope With the Renpho smart jump rope, your fitness friends and family can track all their jump roping and it can also help them reach their fitness goals. Connect it to the app (iOS and Android) to track reps, calories burned and the duration of your workout. An LCD screen on the handle lets you read your skip time and total number of skips even when you aren't using the app. $19 at Amazon Close
Apple AirTag An 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.) $25 at Amazon $29 at Apple $25 at Best Buy Close
Popco microwave popcorn maker This 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. $12 at Amazon Close
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