The holidays are a great time to spoil your loved ones with the best tech gifts—but they’re not the only time to do so. This budget-friendly gift guide will help you pick great gifts at different price points. Plus, like a lot of the gift guides here on the Best Buy Blog, it’s perfect for using all year round.
Whether you’re looking for gift inspiration for the holidays or getting ready for a birthday, anniversary, or other special occasion, this gift guide will steer you in the right direction.
Gift ideas & stocking stuffers under $100
It’s easy to find great gifts for tech lovers at any price point—even gifts under $50 to $100. Whether you’re looking for cheap Christmas gifts to fill up your kids’ Christmas stockings or carefully selecting unique gifts and gadgets as the main attraction, Best Buy carries a ton of useful, interesting gifts at affordable price points. (I really like this selection of gifts under $50. It’s super budget-friendly, but there are a ton of excellent products in there!)
For the techie pet lover
One of my favourite gifts for a new pet owner is an Apple AirTag. Pet owners (myself included) spend so much time worrying about their furry little loved ones. An AirTag is an easy way to take a lot of those worries away!
Get creative
Get your kiddos into tech early on with cool, creative gifts like the 3Doodler. This 3D pen is designed to help kids create 3D figurines from their imagination. It’s easy to use for kids in elementary school and older.
Gift ideas under $250
There are some great tech gifts that you can buy for everyday use from $100 to $250. In my family, this is the sweet spot for gifts! You have enough wiggle room to find something truly great that the recipient can use every single day, but the price tag isn’t high enough that anyone is excluded. That sweet spot is different for every family, but this one has worked well for us in adulthood!
Hear more & chat more with new earbuds
Earbuds are a great gift that’s both useful and enjoyable. They’re handy for calling friends and family, but also for listening to music, playing games, and more. Having a set of earbuds with great battery life and functionality makes every day feel a bit more seamless.
Play games & get work done at the same spot
Sit/stand desks aren’t just the techiest version of a desk—they’re also the perfect place to enjoy your other electronics. They’re far from a stereotypical Christmas present, but my sit/stand desk was honestly one of the best Christmas gifts I’ve ever received. If you work from home, you’re a PC gamer, or you use your desk to do things like watch movies or video call friends, I’d definitely recommend adding one to your holiday wishlist.
Inspire creativity
Give your loved one a creative outlet with a new tablet or drawing pad—or upgrade an old one that they already have. Portable devices are a great way to experience art, and they can be a perfect, thoughtful gift for artists who have mentioned a love for digital drawing, design, and more.
Gift ideas under $400
For a great deal on a lifestyle product that’s brand new but still under $400, look at smaller items. Think smartwatches, not smartphones; record players, not stereo systems. They’re still useful, techie, and super cool, but they don’t have to hit a four digit price point.
Another great way to get the most out of your gifting budget is to opt for refurbished tech gifts. They’re not for everyone, but they can work well—especially if you’re looking for gifts in your deal-loving or eco-friendly family.
Stay in the moment & up to date at the same time
Smartwatches are a great way to spoil a tech lover—and a great way to keep an eye on their health. They’re a popular gift for spouses and ageing parents due to their convenient, multi-functional design.
Enjoy the sound quality of a record with the ease of use of an mp3
Do you have a music lover in your life who doesn’t know where to start when it comes to record players? Have a look at the Audio Technica line of record players. Models like this one (their AT-LP70XBT-BZ) are designed with a built-in switchable pre-amp plus Bluetooth connection. It’s easier than ever to get into playing records, and you’ll need fewer devices to make it happen.
Use the holidays to upgrade key pieces of tech (on a budget!)
The holidays are the perfect time to invest in technology gifts like smartphones and laptops, and your money goes even further on a refurbished product. Plus, like-new refurbished gifts like this Samsung Galaxy smartphone are a great way to teach your kids the value of a great deal.
Great tech gifts to splurge on ($500+)
If you’re looking to splurge on a gift this season, there are some amazing products to pick from. I love giving a big gift when I can, and in my experience, there’s no better way to do that than with a brand new gaming console. Not only are they a pricier item, but they’re one of the few gifts that is purely for pleasure. They’re a great way to show that you not only prioritize the recipient, but that you prioritize their joy.
Gaming consoles are perfect for showing someone that you love and respect how much work they put in—and that it’s time to let off some steam together! They make excellent gifts for spouses, partners, kids, best friends, and even your parents. They’re often seen as a great gift for men or boys, but consoles also make fantastic tech gifts for women. I mean, what’s a better way to say, “thank you for all you do, mom; I love you” than a Nintendo Switch 2 that she can play Breath of the Wild on? (And, yes, maybe I’m specifically referencing one of my best friends and the best gift her husband and kids ever bought her!)
Spoil with a brand new gaming console
Handheld consoles are having a moment right now—and, luckily, they make awesome gifts! Splurge on a brand new Nintendo Switch 2 this season for a gift that’ll seriously impress. (This one’s the Mario Kart version, because I, like many, am still hooked on the nostalgia of a simple racing game.)
Tech splurges for the whole family
Another great gift to splurge on during the holidays is an appliance for the whole family to enjoy. Growing up, my parents would often buy gifts “for the family.” These were separate from the gifts they purchased for each person, and I’ve been happy to continue that tradition. Something like a warming mug or a new monitor is a wonderful gift for one person, but a big ticket item like a smart fridge or a new TV will be enjoyed by everyone in the household.
Treat your entire household with a super-smart robot vacuum and mop
I’ve reviewed dozens of robot vacuums and mops for the Best Buy Blog, but this is definitely one of my top three. I love Dreame’s seamless UI, gorgeous aesthetics, and S-tier cleaning power. The L10 Ultra is a major splurge for a vacuum, but I think it’s worth every penny.
Enjoy movie nights a little more with a big, new TV
TV upgrades are definitely something the whole family or the whole household can enjoy, and products like Samsung’s The Frame can be enjoyed all day long. Bridging the gap between tech, TV, and art piece, these smart TVs add a fun focal point to any room.
In conclusion
There are great tech gifts to be found at any price point—whether that’s $50 or $500. The best tech gifts for the loved ones in your life aren’t determined by price; they’re determined by how much love, care, and thought went into their selection. There’s something unique and thoughtful to be found in every gift, from an AirTag to a new TV.
Shop tech gifts online at Best Buy today and get ready for the holidays early.
