100 last-minute tech gifts under $100

A PopSocket grip

PopSocket Grip, $7.75, available at Amazon

The PopSocket Grip is a "button" that sticks onto the back of your phone and pops up to become a grip that makes holding a larger phone easier with one hand. I was initially skeptical about how well this would work, but was instantly won over, especially since an extended PopSocket Grip can be used as a phone stand when watching videos.

A webcam cover

Cimkiz Webcam Cover, $6.99, available at Amazon

Cimkiz's webcam shades are a practical gift that will help the people on your list; the slim shades cover the webcam on smartphones, tablets, and laptops to keep their privacy safer. The shade can be slid over if they want to take selfies, or use Skype or FaceTime.

A photo printer that's the size of their phone

HP Sprocket Portable Photo Printer, $99.99, available at Staples

Users can print photos from their phone and social media accounts with this convenient printer, a Bluetooth connection, and a few clicks on the HP Sprocket app. The app also includes custom design features like text and stickers so they can add their own personality to any photo. Peel off the backs of the photos to turn them into stickers, hang them up in a room, or hand them out to friends.

Extra charging cables

Anker PowerLine Lightning Cable (3ft), $7.99, available at Amazon, USB-C, Micro USB

Anker's charging cables check all the boxes: they're durable, available in Lightning, USB-C and MicroUSB types, so you can charge all of your device, and come with an 18-month warranty, so they'll definitely last longer than the ones that come with most phones or tablets.

Tempered glass screen protectors

amFilm iPhone XS/X Tempered Glass Screen Protector, $7.99, available at Amazon

AmFilm's iPhone Xs and Xs Max screen protectors are made out of tempered glass, so they're hard enough to handle scratches from keys and a couple of drops without cracking. They also come in a two-pack, so whoever you give them to can swap the protector out if it breaks.

An earbud organizer

Bluelounge Cableyoyo, $8.99, available at Amazon

Bluelounge's Cableyoyo is an earbud holder than can turn a tangled pocket into an organized one. The disk has a slit that holds the earbuds' cable, while the magnetic inner circle holds the actual buds in place.

An armband phone case

TRIBE Water Resistant Cell Phone Armband Case, $9.98, available at Amazon

Tribe's adjustable armband case can hold any smartphone up to 4.7" long (think iPhone 8) in place while your loved one exercises. They'll still be able to use the touch screen through the front of the case to change songs, adjust volume, or check their current running time. If they use a bigger phone, a bigger version is also available.

A lightning-to-headphone adapter

Apple Lightning to 3.5mm Headphone Adapter, $9, available at Target

Apple took the headphone jack out of its phones after the iPhone 7, but you can get it back with this $9 adapter, which lets you connect wired headphones to the iPhone's Lightning port. Apple used to include this adapter with iPhones, but stopped this year, so if you know a music fan who's about to get a new phone and doesn't believe in Bluetooth, it's a must-have accessory.

Microfiber screen cleaning cloths

WHOOSH Antimicrobial Microfiber Cleaning Cloths (3 Pack), $8.99, available at Amazon

Phone screens are among the germiest things we touch every day, but wiping them with WHOOSH's cleaning cloths can help clean them. The microfiber clothes are soft, and they'll catch dirt and dust that you might not see. Get this set for the person who never washes their hands; when they see the emoji on the cloths, they'll get the idea.

A microSD card

SanDisk Ultra 32GB microSD Card with Adapter, $9.99, available at Amazon

If you know someone with an Android phone or tablet, chances are they can easily upgrade their storage with a MicroSD card. SanDisk's 32GB card can help them hold thousands more songs from Spotify or another season or two of TV from Netflix without having to delete anything.

Blue light-blocking computer glasses

Slim Vintage Computer Glasses, $10, available at Amazon

Blue light can mess up your sleep schedule may even accelerate blindness, but we're exposed to it each time we look at our phone or computer's screen. This pair of "computer glasses" reduces the amount of blue light your loved one will see by over 30%, and they really make a difference.

A cleaning kit for your phone

WHOOSH! Cleaning Kit, available on Amazon, $16.99

WHOOSH!'s Cleaning Kit comes with its great microfiber cloth, but also includes a 500ml bottle of alcohol-free cleaning solution. The solution will help wipe off oils and residue, so your giftee's screens will be germ-free and look brand new.

Tech-friendly gloves

L.L.Bean Touchscreen gloves, available at L.L.Bean, $19.99 and up

Touchscreen gloves have been around for a while, but LL Bean's are available in a variety of styles, colors, and sizes. Whoever you gift these do will never have to worry about choosing between cold hands and liking Instagram photos every again.

A colorful shell for your Amazon Echo

Echo Shell for Second-Generation Echo, $17.99, available at Amazon

This adorable shell for the Amazon Echo turns the smart speaker into a holiday-themed statuette.

A Bluetooth selfie stick

Anker Bluetooth Selfie Stick, $15.99, available at Amazon

If someone in your life is planning to travel a lot in 2019, this selfie stick is the perfect gift. It's 7" when retracted, 29.7" when fully extended, and has a Bluetooth shutter button, which they can push to take the perfect shot.

A Google Cardboard VR viewer

Official Google Cardboard, $15, available at Amazon

It's easy to spend hundreds of dollars on a VR headset, but Google's Cardboard viewer can give your friends and family a taste of virtual reality for a fraction of the price. This viewer uses a pair of lenses, your phone's screen, and special apps to create VR experiences like walking around the world using Google Maps, or riding on a roller coaster without leaving their home.

A smart light bulb

TP-Link Kasa Smart Light Bulb, $19.80, available at Amazon

A smart light bulb is the perfect gift to get someone who's been getting more curious about starting their own smart home. TP-Link's bulb connects to the internet and can be controlled through a smartphone app, or a smart-home hub like the Amazon Echo or Google Home.

A clip-on selfie light

Auxiwa Clip on Selfie Ring Light, $18.99, available at Amazon

If you know someone who's trying to seriously up their selfie game, Auxiwa's light ring will make a big difference. The ring evenly illuminates low-light selfies by clipping onto the front of their phone to provide even lighting, so every selfie will look perfect.

A bendable tripod

UBeesize Tripod S, $17.99, available at Amazon

If you're shopping for someone who takes smartphone photography seriously, they need a tripod. This one from UBeesize has bendable legs that will allow them to get the perfect angle, abd a remote shutter button, so they can get shots of illusive creatures, like birds and squirrels.

An iPhone case with a kickstand

Spigen Tough Armor Designed for Apple iPhone Xs Case, $15.99

If you know a slightly accident-prone techie, Spigen's Tough Armor is the ideal iPhone case. Its thick hard shelled outer layer will protect the phone when it's dropped, and softer inner layer will insulate the phone so its glass back doesn't crack. There are plenty of hardshell iPhone Xs and Max cases out there, but Spigen's has a built-in kickstand, so they can stand their phone up if they want to watch videos, or read without having to hold their phone.

A wireless ergonomic mouse

Anker Wireless Vertical Ergonomic Mouse, $19.99, available at Amazon

Anker's ergonomic mouse is an Insider Picks favorite, and its shape keeps your loved one's hand in a more comfortable position than a normal one. It'll be a major upgrade for the desk workers in your life.

A custom-designed iPhone case

Casetify Custom iPhone Xs Case, from $29, available at Casetify

Casetify's easy to use tool lets you turn your favorite photos into a custom iPhone case. There are three case styles and dozens of templates, so you can turn your friend's best Instagram photos into a unique way to protect their phone.

A Roku streaming stick

Roku Express, $29.88, available at Amazon

Roku's media streamers are the best in the business, and the Express is a good entry-level system that comes at a good price. Your giftee can stream TV shows and movies from all their favorite streaming platforms, including Netflix, Hulu, Amazon Prime Video, and many more.

An earbud charging case

Mophie Power Capsule, $29.99, available at Amazon

Mophie's Power Capsule is a carrying case for earbuds with a 1,400mAh battery pack inside that can charge them when they're not in use. The battery has a regular USB port on it, so whoever you give this to can even use it to refill their phone in a pinch.

An HD security camera

Wyze Cam, $25.98, available at Amazon

The Wyze Cam is a small, smart security camera that can compete with others that are four times the price. It has a wide-angle 1080P lens that will record clear video each time it detects motion. You'll be able to review clips from the camera on your phone for up to 14 days, and save them to your phone if something looks off.

An external battery pack with built-in wires

Jackery Bolt 6000 mAh power bank with Lightning and Micro USB Cables, $29.99, available at Amazon

Jackery makes the best battery pack you can buy if you have an iPhone. This portable battery comes with a built-in lightning cable so you can charge your phone on the go without worrying about bringing a cable with you. It also has a Micro USB cable built in, which is great if you have a pair of wireless headphones, a Kindle, or other device with you that needs a Micro USB connection.

Smart plugs

AUKEY Wi-Fi Smart Plug (2 Pack), $27.99, available at Amazon

AUKEY's Smart Plugs let you control whatever's plugged into them through your phone, or a smart-home hub like the Amazon Echo or Google Home. This means the person you give this to will never have to worry about whether or not they accidentally left the iron on when they left the house, and turn it off remotely if they did.

A video baby monitor

LeFun Wireless Camera, $29.99, available at Amazon

LeFun's baby monitor is the 'best affordable' baby monitor in our guide, and it's a great gift for new parents. They'll be able to wirelessly watch a live video feed of their baby through an app on their phone or tablet, even if they're out of the house. The monitor also has a speaker and microphone, so they'll be able to talk to their child from wherever they are.

A car mount

iOttie Easy One Touch 4, $24.95, available at Amazon

The One Touch 4 is a car mount that can be attached to a dashboard or window to keep a phone in place while your loved one is driving, so they can easily check their GPS app without becoming a distracted driver.

Bluetooth earbuds

iFrogz Impulse Duo, $32.83, available at Amazon

The Impulse Duos are still the best Bluetooth earbuds I've tested in this price range. They're light, sound great, have excellent battery life, and have a smart design that keeps their cables from getting tangled up.

The Alexa Voice Remote for the Fire TV

Alexa Remote, $29.99, available at Amazon

This newly-designed Alexa Remote has a power button and volume controls, and works with the second-generation Fire TV, third-generation Fire TV, and first generation Fire TV Cube. It's an upgrade any older Fire TV owner will appreciate.

A durable, weighted iPhone charging cable

Native Union Night Cable, available on Amazon, $39.99

Native Union makes some of the most attractive phone accessories around. The Night Cable is the best long lightning charging cable for the iPhone. It has a 10-foot cord and a handy weight to hold it in place while your phone charges.

A desk lamp with a wireless charger

TaoTronics LED Desk Lamp with Wireless Charger, available on Amazon, $42.99

If your giftee has a phone with wireless charging built in, the TaoTronics Desk Lamp is a great gift. It has a built-in wireless charger and a USB port so you can charge your devices wirelessly or with a cable. The lamp is also well made and fully adjustable. It has multiple brightness and color temperature settings so you can make it your own.

A wireless charging case for the AirPods

PowerPod Wireless Airpod Charging Case, $34.99, available at Amazon

If you know someone who's sick of waiting for the AirPods to be updated with wireless charging, get them the PowerPod Charging Case. The silicone case has a Lightning connector on the bottom and a wireless charging coil on its front. Plug the AirPods case into it, and it'll work with any modern wireless charging pad.

A charging and headphone adapter for the iPhone

Belkin 3.5mm Audio Charge Rockstar, $34.12, available at Amazon

If your giftee has an iPhone 7 or newer, their phone no longer has a headphone jack, which means they have to choose between listening to music via the lightning port or charging it — they can't do both. Except, with this Belkin adapter, they can. The adapter plugs into the lightning port and gives you a headphone jack and a charging port so you can charge and listen to music through wired headphones at the same time.

An international power adapter

Bestek Universal Travel Adapter, $39.99, available at Amazon

People who love to travel need the best travel adapter around, and the Bestek adapter is our top pick. The all-in-one adapter provides three individual international travel adapters that, together, cover more than 150 countries. Additionally, this travel adapter also serves as a converter between 220v and 110v to ensure that you're not frying any of your electronics. The Bestek comes with four USB charging ports, as well as three AC ports. You can charge a total of seven devices simultaneously.

A clip-on camera lens kit for your phone

Xenvo iPhone Camera Lens Kit Pro, $39.99, available at Amazon

Xenvo's lens kit clips on top of a smartphone's camera to help your favorite photographer take pictures they would never be able to otherwise. The kit has comes with two lens: a macro lens for taking clear, close-up shots, and a wide-angle lens, for taking zoomed-out pictures.

A foldable Bluetooth keyboard

iClever Foldable Wireless Keyboard, $36.99, available at Amazon

Bluetooth keyboards are handy and ones that fold up like iClever's are super portable, making them great for travel. It can connect to any tablet or phone via Bluetooth, so you don't have to type on a small touchscreen.

Wired earbuds

Urbanears Sumpan in-Ear Headphones, $30, available at Amazon

Urbanears makes gorgeous headphones in fun colors. The Sumpan in-ear headphones come in several fun colors and they sound good. They're wired headphones, though, so you need a headphone jack to plug them in.

A smart, reusable notebook

Rocketbook Everlast Reusable Smart Notebook, $29.97, available at Amazon

What's not to love about a notebook that lasts forever, syncs notes to the cloud for posterity, and costs just $30? Rocketbook's Everlast notebook has 36 reusable pages that you can wipe clean with a damp cloth so long as you write with Pilot FriXion pens. You can also use it with the companion app to sync your notes to the cloud for later use. It's one of our favorite smart notebooks.

A car charger with Alexa inside

Roav Viva Alexa-Enabled 2-Port USB Car Charger, $49.99, available at Amazon

The Roav Viva is a car charger that can charge two gadgets at once and has Amazon's Alexa inside. The charger has a pair of microphones, so you can ask Alexa to play music from Amazon Music Unlimited, or display directions on your phone.

A sleek leather iPhone case

Nomad Leather iPhone cases, from $34.95

Nomad uses genuine Horween leather to craft gorgeous, durable iPhone cases that age beautifully. We can't recommend the brand's cases enough. Nomad also makes a few Samsung and Google Pixel cases.

A fast wireless charging pad

Anker PowerWave Charging Stand or Pad, available on Amazon, $49.99

Anker's PowerWave wireless chargers can quickly juice up any phone that supports wireless charging even if it's in a thicker case. We highly recommend the charging stand and the pad.

A set of screen protectors

Zagg screen protectors, available from Zagg, for $39.99 and up

Smartphone and tablet screens are fairly fragile and often shatter or get scratched, so it's a good idea to gift the klutz you love a screen protector from Zagg. The brand makes excellent screen protectors that offer special features like blue light blocking and privacy shielding in addition to protecting your screen.

A vertical MacBook stand

Twelve South BookArc, $39.99, available at Amazon

The BookArc is a MacBook stand that holds the laptop vertically to save space. The downside is that your screen has to stay closed when your computer is in this stand, but all of its ThunderBolt 3 ports will be accessible, so you can plug in an external display and other accessories.

Noise-cancelling Bluetooth earbuds

TaoTronics Bluetooth Headphones with Active Noise Cancelling, $45.99, available at Amazon

Who says wireless headphones have to be expensive? Certainly not TaoTronics. These noise-canceling wireless headphones actively block out ambient noise, so you can really hear your music without blasting the volume. The battery life is good and they're comfortable to wear in your ears for long periods of time. Read our full review for more.

An all-in-one-printer

Epson Expression Home XP-446, $49.99, available at Target

Epson's XP-446 is a great basic all-in-one printer, which your giftee doesn't think they'll need, but actually does. The best thing about it is that it's wireless, so they'll be able to connect it to their home network and print directly from their phone or tablet instead of having to keep it plugged into a computer.

A multi-port charging hub

Anker Premium 60W 5-Port Desktop Charger, $49.99, available at Amazon

Anker makes some of our favorite charging gadgets, and this five port USB hub is one of the best. It has four full-sized USB ports for phones, tablets, or Bluetooth headphones, and a USB-PD port that's powerful enough to charge a Nintendo Switch or MacBook. Best of all, you can charge five things at the same time from a single outlet.

An Echo Dot

Echo Dot, $29.99, available at Amazon

The new Echo Dot is a great way to incorporate a smart assistant into any home without spending a ton of money. Amazon improved the sound quality, too, so now it's better than ever. Alexa can do everything from answer questions, play games, and play music, to control smart home devices.

The 3Doodler Essentials Kit

3Doodler Start Essentials 3D Printing Pen Set for Kids, $39.99, available at Amazon

The 3Doodler is a STEM toy that encourages kids to design and build their own 3D objects. This starter kit includes a 3D printing pen, four non-toxic plastics, and an activity book that a kid can trace to create anything from glasses frames to a jewelry box. Once they're confident, they can stop using the stencils and start making original creations.

A Google Home Mini

Google Home Mini, $29, available at Walmart

If your giftee isn't into Amazon's products but still wants a smart speaker, the Google Home Mini is a great alternative. The smart speaker is great at answering queries, can control smart home gadgets, and play music with good sound.

A beautiful wireless charger

Native Union Drop Wireless Charger, available on Amazon, $59.99

Native Union always impresses with its stylish tech accessories. If your giftee hates boring black and white tech, get them Native Union's attractive wireless chargers, which come in a nice rose or graphite color.

A light-up Bluetooth speaker

Soundcore Flare, $49.99, available at Amazon

The Soundcore Flare is a portable Bluetooth speaker with a twist: It has a light ring at the bottom that will pulse and change colors while music is playing. This extra feature puts the speaker over the top, but its great sound quality, durability, and excellent battery life are what make it a great pick.

An HD dash cam

AUKEY Dash Cam, $57.99, available at Amazon

A dash cam is an important tech accessory to keep in your car for safety reasons, and AUKEY's can capture six lanes of traffic in 1080P. It even has a night vision mode that turns on automatically to record clear video at night. Hopefully whoever you gift this to will use it to rewatch beautiful sunsets on scenic drives instead of having to submit evidence.

An instant camera

Fujifilm Instax Mini 9, $54.99, available at Amazon

Instant cameras are the perfect gift for shutterbugs who wish they'd lived during the age of the Polaroid. Fujifilm's Intax Mini 9 comes in cute colors and takes fun, retro pictures that are printed right after they're taken.

An iPhone USB memory stick

SanDisk iXp and Flash Drive 128GB for iPhone, $52.99, available at Amazon

Even though iPhones now come with more storage built in, it's still easy to run out of space. For people who take too many photos, download tons of music, shows, and games on their phones; the SanDisk iXpand is the perfect gift.

An iPhone dock

Native Union Dock+ with Lightning cable, $30.99, available at Amazon

An iPhone dock looks nice on any desk, nightstand, or table, and it gives your giftee a good place to charge their phone. This Native Union Dock+ comes with a lightning cable for iPhone owners, but can just as easily be used with a USB-C or Micro USB cable.

A 4K streaming stick

Roku Streaming Stick+, $49, available at Amazon

Anyone who likes to stream video in 4K on their TV needs a Roku Streaming Stick+. Roku's media streamers are the best in the business, and the Stick+ can stream TV shows and movies from all the major streaming platforms, including Netflix, Hulu, Amazon Prime Video, and many more.

An iPhone charging stand

Twelve South HiRise 2 Deluxe Dock for iPhone, $59.99, available at Amazon

Twelve South makes lots of great tech accessories, and this dock for the iPhone is the best iPhone dock in our buying guide. It can also be used with other cables if your giftee doesn't have an iPhone.

An Apple Watch charging stand

Twelve South Forte Charging Dock for Apple Watch, $59.99, available at Amazon

Twelve South also has a stylish charging stand for the Apple Watch. And because the stand leans at an upright angle, your giftee can use their watch to check the time even while it's being charged.

A 4K action camera

YI Discovery Action Camera, $59.99, available at Amazon

YI's 4K action camera can help the active person in your life relive their biggest stunts over and over. It can record video in 1080P or 4K, and even works under water with the right case. That case also lets you mount this camera onto a tripod, so they can get the right angle to capture their latest tricks.

A retro game console

Nes Classic Edition, $67.80, available at Amazon

If you have a lapsed gamer on your list, the NES Classic Edition is the ultimate present. It's a miniaturized version of the console Nintendo launched in 1985, and has 30 classic games pre-loaded onto it, including all-time greats like Super Mario Bros. and The Legend of Zelda. Plus, it connects to modern TVs over HDMI, so the games will look crystal clear.

Don't worry, if the gamer you're shopping for prefers another system, you can get the Super NES Classic or PlayStation Classic instead.

A set of Tile trackers

2 Tile Mate Trackers with Replaceable Battery and 2 Tile Slim Trackers, $59.99, available at Amazon

Tile trackers are one of the most practical tech gifts you can give. This pack comes with two Tile Slims, which are thin enough to slip into a back or wallet, and two Tile Mate's, which have loops, so they can fit onto key rings. Once they're paired with your giftee's phone, the trackers will send them a notification when it's lost contact with the tracker, and show them its last known location on a map.

Basically, you're giving four people in your life the gift of being able to digitally retrace their steps.

Studio monitor headphones

Status Audio CB-1, $79, available at Amazon

Status Audio's CB-1s are an incredible sounding pair of over-ear headphones. They'll let the music lover in your life hear nuances on their favorite tracks that they've missed for years. The only potential downside is their long cable, which makes them a better fit for listening at home rather than on the go.

An SD card

SanDisk Extreme PRO 128GB SD Card, $47.62, available at Amazon

If your giftee loves to take photos with a high-end camera, you should get them a great memory card. SanDisk makes the best SD cards you can buy, and this 128GB card can hold a lot of photos and video footage.

A 4K, Google-enabled media streamer

Google Chromecast Ultra, $59, available at Walmart

Google's streaming platform Chromecast works very well, and if your giftee has an Android device or a Chromebook, they can mirror any content that's on their screen onto the big screen. The Chromecast Ultra can stream 4K content to compatible TVs.

A hybrid smartwatch

Skagen Jorn Leather Watch, $64.49, available at Amazon

Hybrid watches combine the smarts of smartwatches with the look of a regular analog watch. Skagen's Jorn syncs with an app to track fitness metrics, monitor sleep quality, and buzz with notifications. It's a well-made watch with a leather band that looks stylish, too.

An external hard drive

WD 2TB Elements Portable External Hard Drive, $59.99, available at Amazon

Making backups isn't fun, but losing your work is even worse. This 2TB hard drive is big enough that it'll be able to hold several complete backups of your giftee's computer, so they'll be able to recover everything if it crashes.

A better pair of Bluetooth earbuds

Urbanears Jakan Bluetooth Wireless in-Ear Headphones, $61.28, available at Amazon

Urbanears also makes fantastic wireless headphones that look cool and come in fun colors. The Jakan headphones sound good and they cut wires out of the equation.

A Bluetooth keyboard

Logitech K780 Multi-Device Wireless Keyboard, $66.89, available at Amazon

Logitech's Bluetooth keyboards are the best in the business, and the K780 can sync up to any computer, phone, or tablet for fast and easy typing on the go or in a home office.

A kid-friendly Echo Dot

Echo Dot Kids Edition, $49.99, available at Amazon

If you have kids at home, they'll love the Kids Edition of the Echo Dot. It comes with a colorful, kid-friendly case, rewards politeness, and restricts access to inappropriate content, so your kids don't find out how babies are made before their time.

A full-sized foldable keyboard

Microsoft Universal Foldable Keyboard, $74.37, available at Walmart

Foldable Bluetooth keyboards are great for people who travel a lot, and Microsoft's version is one of the best. It packs up nice and small, feels good to type on, and is guaranteed to be of great quality. It works with any computer, phone, or tablet, thanks to Bluetooth.

An ergonomic mouse

Microsoft Surface Precision Mouse, $78, available at Amazon

Anyone who works at a computer all day can tell you that using a mouse all day leads to fatigue. That's why it's a good idea to get an ergonomic mouse like this one from Microsoft. You can give a great gift and prevent carpal tunnel at the same time.

A STEM toy that teaches kids to code

Kano Pixel Kit, $39.99, available at Best Buy

Kano's Pixel is a STEM toy teaches kids how to code by connecting it wirelessly to your computer and guiding them through over 30 visual exercises that explain the fundamentals. Once they understand the basics, they can use Kano's tools to make their own digital pixel art.

A temperature-controlled mug

Ember Temperature Control Ceramic Mug, $79.95, available at Amazon

It seems like everything is high-tech these days and a lot of it seems pointless, but this is not one of those things. Ember's smart mug can keep your loved one's drink at the perfect temperature so that they never burn their tongue again. It uses a smart heating coaster and an app to help you decide how hot you want your drink to be every time.

A digital picture frame

NIX Advance 8 inch Hi-Res Digital Photo Frame, $79.99, available at Amazon

Nothing beats family photos around the holidays, but NIX's digital frame makes it easier for the less tech savvy. Just load up a flash drive or SD card with fresh pictures, plug them into the frame, and watch as they cycle through; you can even play HD videos on the frame.

A Fitbit fitness tracker

Fitbit Zip, $79.99, available at Amazon

Fitbit is well known as the best fitness tracker company around. The Zip is a simple, basic tracker that can keep tabs on basic activity metrics to help your loved one get or stay fit.

An HD external monitor

ASUS 18.5-Inch WXGA Backlit LED Monitor, $78, available at Amazon

Getting an external display can help boost your productivity, and we named this one the best cheap monitor you can get in our guide. It's small enough to fit on any desk, and its less-than-HD resolution is still fine for people who want browse the web, write e-mail, or get basic work done.

On-ear Bluetooth headphones

Plantronics BackBeat 500 Wireless Bluetooth Headphones, $63.91, available at Amazon

Plantronics' BackBeat 500s are hands down the best on-ear Bluetooth headphones I've ever tested. They sound great, and feel comfortable to wear for hours at a time, but their best feature is that they can stay connected to two devices at the same time. Your giftee can turn them on, and instantly switch between watching a YouTube video on their computer and listening to Spotify on their phone without skipping a beat.

A smartwatch

Amazfit Bip Smartwatch, $79.99, available at Amazon

The Amazfit Bip is by far the best smartwatch you can get under $100. Its battery lasts days instead of hours, it can track your health data, and show notifications from your phone, so you don't have to take it out of your pocket each time it buzzes. If you're shopping for someone who's interested in a smart watch but not fully committed, this is the right choice.

A Kindle

Kindle, $79.99, available at Amazon

Amazon's entry-level Kindle has everything an ebook worm needs: a good crisp E INK screen, room for plenty of books, and an easy-to-hold body. Amazon's Kindle ebook library is extensive, too, so it's a great gift.

The Fire HD tablet

Fire HD 8, $79.99, available at Amazon

You don't have to spend a lot to get a great tablet, and the Fire HD 8 proves that. This 8-inch tablet has a 1,280 x 800-pixel screen, 32GB of storage built in, and room for expansion via a Micro SD card slot.

A mini drone with a camera

Quadcopter Drone with Camera Live Video, $89.95, available at Amazon

QCopter's drone is the ultimate tech toy for the kid (or kid at heart) in your life. It has remote that makes complex maneuvers a breeze, and two batteries that let you fly it for up to one hour before it needs to be recharged. Like expensive drones, this one has an HD camera, so they'll be able to review their entire flight after each safe landing.

A light-up alarm clock

iHome Zenergy Light Alarm Clock, $84.99, available at Amazon

No one likes waking up to a blaring alarm, so a light therapy alarm clock that tries to awaken you with a gradual, sunrise-like increase of light is a nice gift. The iHome Zenergy offers a number of great light alarm features, but it also has a pretty great Bluetooth speaker built into it, so your giftee can play music, too.

A hybrid smartwatch

Fossil Q Accomplice Hybrid Smartwatch, $87.50, available at Amazon

Hybrid watches combine the smarts of smartwatches with the look of a regular analog watch. Fossil's Q Accomplice syncs with an app to track fitness metrics, monitor sleep quality, and buzz with notifications. It's a well-made watch with a metal band that looks stylish, too.

A waterproof Bluetooth speaker

JBL Flip 4 Waterproof Portable Bluetooth Speaker, $74.95, available at Amazon

JBL's Flip 4 is still the best waterproof speaker we've ever tested; it survived completely under water for 10 minutes, and continued to work perfectly fine. If you're shopping for someone who's planning on a warm vacation — or lives someplace nice all the time — this speaker will let them rock out without worrying about dropping it into the pool or ocean.

The Osmo Genius Kit

Osmo Genius Kit for iPad, $89.99, available at Amazon

STEM toys are great gifts for kids because they encourage learning and play at the same time. Osmo's Genius Kit has won numerous awards for its smart blend of tech and physical play.

A smart light strip

Philips Hue White and Color Ambiance Plus Lightstrip, 69.99, available at Best Buy

Philips Hue light bulbs are widely considered the best smart light bulbs, but you may not know that Philips also makes smart lighting that doesn't come in the form of a light bulb. The Lightstrip can change colors, be set to go on and off remotely with the Hue app, and all the other smart tricks Hue bulbs do, but it's a strip of lights, so you can mount them in unique places.

A Nintendo 2DS

Nintendo 2DS, $89, available at Amazon

The Nintendo 2DS is the ultimate gaming gift for a kid. It can play original DS and 3DS games, fits neatly into a tiny travel bag, and has excellent battery life. This model comes bundled with The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina Of Time, considered by many to be the best video game ever made.

A USB microphone

Razer Seiren X, $91.36, available at Amazon

If you have an amateur musician or podcaster in your life, the best gift you can give them is a nice microphone. Razer's Seiren is compact, and connects directly to a computer over USB instead of through an audio interface. Its standout feature is its headphone jack, which lets them listen to what's being recorded in realtime, so they can make adjustments if something sounds off.

A high-end, clip-on smartphone lens kit

Olloclip Lens Kit, available at Olloclip, $89.99

Olloclip makes great lenses that you can attach to many different phones so that you can get a wide-angle, fish-eye, or macro effect on your photos.

The Amazon Echo

Amazon Echo, available on Amazon, $69.99

The Echo is the best smart speaker you can buy, thanks to Alexa's many skills. It also has improved audio quality so it's a good speaker. Alexa can do everything from answer questions, play games, and play music, to control smart home devices.

A 4K media streamer with HDR

Roku Ultra, $74.90, available at Amazon

The Roku Ultra is the best media streaming device with its easy-to-use interface, 4K video streaming, voice control, and simple remote. It can transform your so-called dumb TV into a smart one that plays shows and movies from Netflix, Hulu, HBO Now, Prime Video, and other streaming services.

A record player

Audio Technica Turntable, $89, available at Amazon

Whether you're shopping for someone who's getting into vinyl for the first time, or wants to resurrect a collection they haven't touched in years, they'll need a turntable. Audio Technica's has a built-in preamp, so they'll be able to plug it into any pair of powered speakers or stereo receiver, drop the needle, and enjoy.

A kid-friendly Fire tablet

Fire HD 8 Kids Edition Tablet, $89.99, available at Amazon

Kids love tablets, but they can also be destructive fiends when it comes to tech. Luckily, Amazon's Kids Edition of the Fire HD 8 tablet is here to save the day with its protective case, warranty against damage, and tons of kid-friendly content.

A video doorbell

Ring Wi-Fi Enabled Video Doorbell, $99.99, available at Amazon

Ring's video doorbell keeps an eye on the most vulnerable part of your home: the front door. The 720P camera sends you alerts each time it detects motion, so you can see who's on your property, or knocking on your door. This model runs on a battery that should last for about six months before it needs to be recharged, so your giftee can install it on the front of their house without having to worry about connecting wires.

A Philips Hut smart lighting starter kit

Philips Hue White Starter Kit (4-bulb) + Echo Dot (Black), $139.96 available at Amazon

Philips Hue smart light bulbs can be controlled remotely, set to go on at specific times, and, when paired with an Amazon Echo Dot, turned on with a voice command. This set gives you four Hue light bulbs, the necessary hub, and an Echo Dot, so you get the full package for your loved one.

A projector

Vankyo Leisure 3 LED Projector, $89.99, available at Amazon

You might think that projectors are only expensive toys for the rich, but they're not. The Vankyo projector proves it. It has USB, HDMI, VGA, and AV ports so you can connect any device to it for easy video streaming. The projected image can be as small as 32-inches or as large as 170-inches in size.

Audiophile-worthy bookshelf speakers

Edifier Powered Bookshelf Speakers, $99.99, available at Amazon

If I could only recommend one gift for music lovers, it'd be a pair of Edifer's bookshelf speakers. Their wooden frames look classic, and their sound is unmatched for the price. This pair has a 3.5mm input for connecting a phone, computer, or tablet, and a pair of RCA inputs (red and white) to connect a turntable.

A professional drawing tablet

Wacom Intuos Wireless Graphic Tablet, $79.95, available at Amazon

If you have an aspiring (or lapsed) artist in your life, ignite their creativity with one of Wacom's drawing tablets. This 7.9" model has 4,096 levels of pressure, so it will be able to pick up every subtlety in the way they're drawing. The tablet includes a stylus, too, so all they'll need to do is connect the tablet to their computer, open up art application, and start.