Your ultimate guide to the best gifts — for every budget, holiday, and person
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Gifts are normally associated with the holidays, but there are many reasons to give a gift at any time of year. From birthdays to graduation to "just checking in," there are so many moments that call for great gifts. As product experts, we spend a lot of time testing and researching the best gifts for all sorts of occasions. Now, we're making it easy for you to access all of our gift guides in one place, so you always have some ideas up your sleeve.
Consider this your ultimate cheat sheet to gift-giving. We've covered gifts for big holidays, all budgets, and just about every person in your life. And, we've organized them into a variety of different categories, which you can find below.
We understand that the holiday season — and holiday gifting — may look a bit different this year. While nothing can come close to replicating spending time with loved ones during the holidays, we're hopeful that our gift guides can help provide those you love with a small bright spot in their holiday season. With this understanding, we've put together a series of resources, like our guide to gift-giving in the COVID-19 era and our gift guide for those who are having a hard time with social distancing with the intention to help ease some of the challenges that come with this particular holiday season.
Keep scrolling, or click on a link below to jump directly to the category you're looking for. Be sure to bookmark this page as well, so you can always have it on hand when searching for specific gifting needs.
Below is a full list of all of our gift guides, plus a few of our favorite gifts of all time:
Our favorite gifts
- An Otherland candle ($36): innovative aromas in beautiful, colorful containers
- A pair of Allbirds Wool Runners ($95): comfortable, stylish wool sneakers
- A Disney+ subscription ($6.99/month): access to binge-worthy TV shows and movies from Disney, Marvel, Pixar, and more
- A custom Grafomap poster (from $49): a custom, printed map of a special place
- A pack of Bombas socks (from $10.50): nice socks they wouldn't splurge on for themselves (save 20% through December 2 with the code "CHEER20" automatically applied at checkout).
- An Away suitcase (from $195): durable, hardshell suitcases that come in all different sizes and colors
- An Atlas Coffee Club subscription (from $55/3 months): a cool way to try new beans from all over the world
- A Milk Bar delivery (from $50): delicious cakes, cookies, and truffles from a famous NYC bakery
- A Greetabl gift box (from $13): a uniquely customized card that comes with a small gift inside
- Clever gifts under $25 that won't end up getting regifted
- Thoughtful Father's Day gifts under $25
- Inexpensive, but thoughtful Mother's Day gifts under $25
- Thoughtful Valentine's Day gifts from Target — all under $25
- Affordable tech gifts under $25
- Last-minute Secret Santa gifts they'll actually want to keep — all under $25
- Prime-eligible Mother's Day gifts on Amazon that are all under $25
- Thoughtful Valentine's Day gifts that aren't chocolate and a card — all under $25
- Beauty gifts under $25
- Last-minute gift ideas for everyone on your list — all under $50
- Father's Day gifts under $50
- Father's Day gifts you can get on Amazon Prime for $50 or less
- Unique kitchen gifts under $50
- Affordable gifts to congratulate the recently engaged couple — all under $50
- Creative and affordable last-minute gifts for her that are all under $50
- Affordable tech gifts under $50 — ideas from Amazon, Google, Roku, and more
- Affordable housewarming gifts that won't cost you more than $50
- Clever gifts from Amazon — all under $50
- Perfect Mother's Day gifts that are all under $50
- Hilarious White Elephant gift ideas under $50
- Practical and unique gifts for Dad — all under $50
- Thoughtful gifts for mom that won't cost more than $50
- Unique baby shower gifts that new parents will thank you for — all under $50
- The best gifts you can get grads that won't cost more than $50
- Last-minute gift ideas — all under $100
- Cool and practical Father's Day gifts under $100
- Affordable and useful tech gifts for Dad — all under $100
- The best Mother's Day gifts you can give for under $100
- Graduation gifts under $100 that the class of 2020 will love
- Engagement gifts under $100 for couples who don't have a registry yet
- Thoughtful and fun tech gifts under $100
- Unique gifts to give your best friend — all under $100
- Gift ideas for him that you can get on Amazon for less than $100
- Amazon Prime-eligible gifts for graduates that cost less than $100
- Amazon Prime-eligible gifts for Mother's Day — all under $100
- Clever baby shower gifts that new parents will appreciate — all under $100
- Father's Day gifts you can get on Amazon Prime for $100 or less
- Gifts for her — from cult-favorite candles to a monthly book subscription
- Thoughtful gifts to give your wife
- Creative and affordable last-minute gifts for her that are all under $50
- Thoughtful gift ideas your girlfriend will love — at every budget
- Thoughtful gifts that your aunt will actually use
- Thoughtful gifts for mom that won't cost more than $50
- Minimalist jewelry gifts that still feel special for any occasion
- Perfect graduation gifts for her — as recommended by a recent college graduate
- Thoughtful high school graduation gifts she'll actually want to keep
- Thoughtful and sweet gifts to give your grandma
- The best gifts for teen girls — for every interest and budget
- Understated jewelry gifts to give your mom
- Feminist gifts that give back to empower women and children around the world
- Personalized Mother's Day gifts that go beyond photos on a mug
- Valentine's Day gifts for her that go beyond flowers and chocolate
- Gifts for the outdoor lover in your life
- Small gifts and gestures for friends or family members who are having a hard time self-isolating or social distancing
- Luxury gifts for her, from a high-tech curling iron to a cashmere scarf
- Last-minute gifts for him — at every budget
- Thoughtful and cool gifts for him that you can buy on Amazon
- Unexpected Valentine's Day gifts for him that he'll actually want to keep
- Tech gifts that men will love to get
- Thoughtful gifts your husband will appreciate
- Thoughtful college graduation gifts for him, as recommended by a recent graduate
- Clever and practical high school graduation gifts for him
- Practical and unique gifts for Dad — all under $50
- Gift ideas for him that you can get on Amazon for less than $100
- Tech gifts dads will actually love to get
- Fun and meaningful gifts that new dads will love
- Luxury gift ideas for Dad if you plan to spare no expense this Father's Day
- Gifts for the outdoor lover in your life
- Small gifts and gestures for friends or family members who are having a hard time self-isolating or social distancing
- Grooming gifts that are actually useful — from shaving kits to skincare sets
- Cool last-minute gifts for kids of all ages
- 40 fun and educational gifts for 2-year-olds, as recommended by experts
- Cool and unique gifts that teens actually want to receive
- Cool and unique gifts that teenagers will actually appreciate — all from Amazon
- Disney Plus offers gift subscriptions for new subscribers — here's how to gift one
- Clever and practical high school graduation gifts for him
- Thoughtful high school graduation gifts she'll actually want to keep
- Tech gifts for teens that that won't end up in a desk drawer
- Tech gifts for kids that will make learning fun
- Unique baby shower gifts that new parents will thank you for — all under $50
- Last-minute gifts for toddlers that'll actually keep them entertained
- Clever baby shower gifts that new parents will appreciate — all under $100
- Cool and unexpected gifts from Urban Outfitters for everyone on your list
- Unique gifts that both dogs and their humans will love
- Unique gifts that all dog moms will appreciate
- The best pet gifts from Chewy's holiday shop
- Unexpected gifts that all cat moms will appreciate
- Great gifts for your dog
- Awesome and weird pet gifts to give and get
- Cat-approved gifts for your fancy feline
- Luxury gift ideas for him
- Luxury gifts for her, from a high-tech curling iron to a cashmere scarf
- Beautiful fine jewelry gifts you still have time to order — all under $1,000
- Beautiful and affordable fine jewelry gifts she'll love — all under $500
- Timeless gifts that you can turn to for any occasion
- Your ultimate guide to last-minute holiday gift ideas
- Cruelty-free beauty gifts to give for the holidays
- Sentimental gifts that are perfect for everyone on your list
- Hidden gems on Amazon that make great gifts for anyone on your list
- Hilarious White Elephant gift ideas under $50
- Thoughtful gifts for book lovers to satisfy the bookworm on your list
- Cool last-minute gifts for kids of all ages
- Unique gifts to give your best friend — all under $100
- Unique and unexpected gifts from Uncommon Goods they haven't seen before
- Last-minute Secret Santa gifts they'll actually want to keep — all under $25
- Hanukkah gifts for everyone on your list
- Unique and unexpected kitchen gifts from Food52
- Cool cooking gifts for avid home cooks, as recommended by professional chefs
- Experiential gifts that won't break the bank
- Clever gifts for coworkers that they'll actually be happy to receive
- Thoughtful gifts for teachers to thank them for everything they do
- Last-minute cookbooks for every type of home cook
- Thoughtful corporate gifts your employees will actually like
- Last-minute and work-appropriate gifts for your boss
- Feminist gifts that give back to empower women and children around the world
- The best holiday gift ideas from Bath & Body Works
- Tactful gifts for your in-laws that will make a great impression
- Gift cards you can deliver right to their inbox for a last-minute gift that still feels personal
- Fun holiday gift ideas from Nordstrom
- The best wrapping paper and gift-wrapping supplies
- Unique Etsy gifts that come with free shipping
- Affordable tech gifts under $25
- Affordable tech gifts under $50 — ideas from Amazon, Google, Roku, and more
- Thoughtful and fun tech gifts under $100
- 29 high-tech smart home gifts to upgrade their life
- Alexa-enabled smart home and car gifts that are perfect for people who love tech
- Tech gifts that men will love to get
- Useful tech gifts to buy on Amazon at any budget
- The best gifts for teen girls — for every interest and budget
- Useful tech gifts moms will enjoy on Mother's Day
- Thoughtful tech gifts for her that she'll love
- iPhone accessory gifts for Apple lovers
- Tech gifts for teens that that won't end up in a desk drawer
- Tech gifts for kids that will make learning fun
- Tech gifts dads will actually love to get this Father's Day
- Useful Android accessories and compatible gadgets to use with your phone
- Unique Valentine's Day gift ideas for everyone in your life
- Unexpected Valentine's Day gifts for him that he'll actually want to keep
- Valentine's Day gifts for her that go beyond flowers and chocolate
- Last-minute Valentine's Day gifts that are Amazon Prime-eligible
- Unexpected and unique Valentine's Day gifts from Etsy
- Thoughtful Valentine's Day gifts from Nordstrom — all with free shipping
- Thoughtful Valentine's Day gifts from Target — all under $25
- Awesome food gifts to give your Valentine this year
- Out-of-the-box Valentine's Day gift ideas for couples with young kids
- Jewelry that she'll swoon over this Valentine's Day — no matter your budget
- Sweet Valentine's Day gifts you can get on Amazon
- Thoughtful and fun tech gifts under $100 for Valentine's Day
- Thoughtful gifts for Mother's Day — for every budget
- Inexpensive, but thoughtful Mother's Day gifts under $25
- Perfect Mother's Day gifts that are all under $50
- The best Mother's Day gifts you can give for under $100
- Unique gifts that all dog moms will appreciate this Mother's Day
- Unique Mother's Day gifts new moms will undoubtedly appreciate
- Mother's Day gifts we've given our own moms
- Last-minute Mother's Day gifts that are still thoughtful and unique
- Skincare gifts your mom will actually use every day
- Mother's Day gifts you can find at Target, from the practical to the unexpected
- Gifts that remind us why Nordstrom is a great place to shop for Mother's Day
- Unexpected Mother's Day gifts that are exceptionally useful
- Useful tech gifts moms will enjoy on Mother's Day
- Unique subscription boxes and services that keep on giving
- Gifts for her — from cult-favorite candles to a monthly book subscription
- Unique Mother's Day gifts that are Prime-eligible
- Prime-eligible Mother's Day gifts on Amazon that are all under $25
- Thoughtful and sweet Mother's Day gifts to give your grandma
- Amazon Prime-eligible gifts for Mother's Day — all under $100
- Understated jewelry gifts to give your mom for Mother's Day
- Gifts for the outdoor lover in your life
- Last-minute gifts your dad actually wants this year — for every budget
- Thoughtful Father's Day gifts under $25
- Father's Day gifts under $50
- Cool and practical Father's Day gifts under $100
- Unique Father's Day gift baskets
- Cool and useful Father's Day gifts from Walmart
- Father's Day gifts you can get on Amazon Prime for $50 or less
- Funny but useful Father's Day gifts
- Gifts for dads who are hard to shop for
- Father's Day gifts you can get on Amazon Prime for $100 or less
- Father's Day gifts for grandpa
- Last-minute Father's Day gifts that are Amazon Prime-eligible
- Father's Day gifts for outdoorsy dads
- Clever and cool Father's Day gifts you can buy at Nordstrom
- Personalized Father's Day gifts that aren't cheesy or overdone
- Father's Day experience gifts that you and Dad can enjoy together
- Unique gifts your foodie dad will love for Father's Day
- Unique and interesting Father's Day gifts from Etsy
- Affordable and useful tech gifts for Dad — all under $100
- Genuinely useful Father's Day gifts for busy dads
- Fishing gifts to fuel Dad's favorite hobby this Father's Day
- Father's Day gifts your dad will use every time he travels
- Luxury gifts for dads this holiday season
- Practical and unique gifts for Dad — all under $50
- Tech gifts dads will actually love to get this Father's Day
- Fun and meaningful Father's Day gifts that new dads will love
- Touching Father's Day gifts for those who've lost a father or father figure
- Gifts for the outdoor lover in your life
- The best gifts you can get grads that won't cost more than $50
- Graduation gifts under $100 that the class of 2020 will love
- Experiential gifts college grads will love
- Gift cards that make great graduation gifts and ease the transition to the real world
- Perfect graduation gifts for her — as recommended by a recent college graduate
- Clever gifts for college students, according to a recent grad
- Thoughtful college graduation gifts for him, as recommended by a recent graduate
- Clever and practical high school graduation gifts for him
- The best graduation gifts for upcoming high school or college grads
- Thoughtful high school graduation gifts she'll actually want to keep
- Amazon Prime-eligible gifts for graduates that cost less than $100
- Fun gifts that grown-up Disney and Mickey Mouse fans will love
- Useful and fun gifts for coffee lovers they don't already have
- Fun gifts for devoted Marvel fans
- Cool gift ideas for the music lover in your life
- Creative and unexpected gifts for 'Strangers Things' fans
- Sentimental gifts that are perfect for everyone on your list
- Unique gifts to give your best friend — all under $100
- Thoughtful gifts for book lovers to satisfy the bookworm on your list
- Cool last-minute gifts for kids of all ages
- Unique and unexpected gifts from UncommonGoods they haven't seen before
- Last-minute fitness gifts
- Gifts 'Star Wars' fans of all ages will love
- Magical 'Harry Potter' gifts even the most devoted Potterheads will love
- Our favorite gag gifts — all from Amazon
- Unique golf gifts for players of all skill levels
- Last-minute cookbooks for every type of home cook
- Unique and unexpected kitchen gifts from Food52
- Experiential gifts that won't break the bank
- Sustainable clothing gifts that you can feel good about giving
- Unique subscription boxes and services that keep on giving
- Birthday gifts to brighten up celebrations spent in quarantine
- Clever gifts from Amazon — all under $50
- Cool and unique gifts that teenagers will actually appreciate — all from Amazon
- Baby products that new parents actually want, according to Amazon
- Useful tech gifts to buy on Amazon at any budget
- Amazon Prime-eligible gifts for Mother's Day — all under $100
- Unique and interesting gifts you didn't know you could find on Amazon
- Hidden gems on Amazon that make great gifts for anyone on your list
- Gift ideas for him that you can get on Amazon for less than $100
- Unique Mother's Day gifts that are Prime-eligible
- Thoughtful gifts that are Prime eligible and will arrive in 2 days or less
- Sweet Valentine's Day gifts you can get on Amazon
- Prime-eligible Mother's Day gifts on Amazon that are all under $25
- Unique housewarming gifts from Amazon Handmade
- Amazon Prime-eligible gifts for graduates that cost less than $100
- Our favorite gag gifts — all from Amazon
- Small gifts and gestures for friends or family members who are having a hard time self-isolating or social distancing
- Gift ideas from 'Shark Tank' that you can get from Amazon
- Magical 'Harry Potter' gifts even the most devoted Potterheads will love
- Gifts 'Star Wars' fans of all ages will love
- Creative and unexpected gifts for 'Strangers Things' fans
- Disney gifts you can buy at Target
- Baby Yoda gifts they'll absolutely love even if they haven't watched 'The Mandalorian'
- Great coffee table books for Disney fans
- Cool gift ideas for the music lover in your life
- Useful gifts for the guitar player in your life
- Fun gifts that grown-up Disney and Mickey Mouse fans will love
- Gifts for the outdoor lover in your life
- Fun and unique gifts for tea lovers
- Irresistible food gifts, including lobster rolls, pickle subscriptions, and ice cream flights
- Cool and unexpected gifts from Urban Outfitters for everyone on your list
- Last-minute outdoor gifts from REI — for everyone from skiers and snowboarders, to campers and hikers
- Fun and whimsical gifts from The Metropolitan Museum of Art
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