Christmas Gifts Under $25
A great Christmas gift doesn't have to cost much. These picks for kids, teens and adults usually come in under $25 and still feel like a real present.
How to pick
- Mix something useful with something fun when you're buying for a whole family.
- Treats like coffee, hot sauce or chocolate are easy wins that don't add clutter.
- Many of these fit in a stocking, so they double as stocking stuffers.
24 gift ideas
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Personalized Birthstone Necklace
A dainty necklace with the birthstones and initials of the people she loves. Great for moms and grandmas.
- Best for
- Moms and grandmas who love something personal
- Skip if
- You're short on time, since custom orders take longer to arrive
Typical price: Under $25
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Crayola Art Kit with Neon and Metallic Supplies
Markers, crayons and colored pencils in bright neon and metallic shades, all in one case. For ages 5 and up.
- Best for
- Kids who draw every day and like bright colors
- Skip if
- You need it to be totally mess-free
Typical price: Under $25
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Squishmallows 12-Inch Ilene the Unicorn
A super soft, squishy unicorn plush that's perfect for hugging and collecting.
- Best for
- Kids and teens who collect plush or want a cuddle buddy
- Skip if
- They want a toy that does something
Typical price: Under $25
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UNO Card Game
The classic family card game for 2 to 10 players. Cheap, quick and always a hit.
- Best for
- Families and friends who want a quick game anyone can learn
- Skip if
- They already own a deck, as most families do
Typical price: Under $25
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Scented Candle Gift Set, 4 Pack
Four soy wax candles in different scents, boxed and ready to give.
- Best for
- An easy, cozy gift for almost anyone
- Skip if
- Strong scents bother them or they have curious pets
Typical price: Under $25
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Cholula Hot Sauce Variety Pack
Six bottles of Cholula in different flavors, for the guy who puts hot sauce on everything.
- Best for
- People who add hot sauce to everything
- Skip if
- They don't like spicy food
Typical price: Under $25
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Carhartt Knit Cuffed Beanie
The classic warm work beanie. Fits almost everyone and lasts for years.
- Best for
- Anyone who works or plays outside in the cold
- Skip if
- They want a fashion-forward hat
Typical price: Under $25
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Lodge Cast Iron Skillet, 10.25 Inch
A pre-seasoned skillet that sears steaks and lasts a lifetime.
- Best for
- Home cooks who want a great sear and a pan that lasts decades
- Skip if
- They want something light, or that goes in the dishwasher
Typical price: Under $25
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Fisher-Price Baby's First Blocks and Rock-a-Stack
Two classic baby toys in one set: chunky blocks to sort and rings to stack.
- Best for
- Babies starting to grab, stack and sort
- Skip if
- The child is past the baby stage
Typical price: Under $25
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Wilson NFL Super Grip Football
A grippy, durable football for backyard games.
- Best for
- Backyard and park games of catch
- Skip if
- They already have a good football
Typical price: Under $25
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Gaiam Thick Yoga Mat
A cushioned, non-slip mat for yoga, stretching and home workouts.
- Best for
- Beginners and anyone who wants extra cushion for the knees
- Skip if
- They do lots of balance poses, where a thinner mat is steadier
Typical price: Under $25
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Play-Doh Modeling Compound 10-Pack
Ten cans of bright dough for squishing, rolling and building whatever they dream up.
- Best for
- Young kids who love squishing and shaping
- Skip if
- You don't want to pick crumbs out of the carpet
Typical price: Under $25
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National Geographic Gemstone Dig Kit
Chip away at a brick to uncover real gemstones, with a guide to what each one is.
- Best for
- Kids who love rocks, digging and treasure hunts
- Skip if
- You want a toy they'll play with over and over, since it's mostly a one-time dig
Typical price: Under $25
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Kinetic Sand Sandbox Set
Moldable sand that never dries out, with a tray and tools that keep the mess contained.
- Best for
- Kids who love sensory play indoors
- Skip if
- You don't want sand on the floor
Typical price: Under $25
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Stomp Rocket Ultra Launcher
Kids stomp the pad and send foam rockets flying high into the air.
- Best for
- Active kids with a yard or park nearby
- Skip if
- You don't have outdoor space
Typical price: Under $25
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LEGO Creator 3-in-1 Mighty Dinosaurs
Builds a T. rex, a triceratops or a pterodactyl, so one box makes three toys.
- Best for
- Dinosaur fans who like building three models from one set
- Skip if
- They want a big, long build
Typical price: Under $25
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Melissa & Doug Water Wow! 3-Pack
Mess-free coloring pads that reveal pictures with water, then dry to color again.
- Best for
- Toddlers and road trips, with no mess at all
- Skip if
- The child has outgrown simple coloring
Typical price: Under $25
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Klutz Clay Charms Kit
Everything kids need to sculpt, bake and string their own tiny clay charms.
- Best for
- Crafty kids who like making jewelry and small figures
- Skip if
- There's no adult to help bake the clay in the oven
Typical price: Under $25
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Rubik's Cube
The original 3x3 puzzle that keeps hands busy and minds working.
- Best for
- Puzzle lovers who like a challenge
- Skip if
- They get frustrated easily
Typical price: Under $25
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Exploding Kittens Card Game
A fast, silly card game that's easy to learn and loud to play.
- Best for
- Families and friends who like silly, fast card games
- Skip if
- They prefer longer strategy games
Typical price: Under $25
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Codenames
A team word-guessing game that's quick to set up and great for groups.
- Best for
- Parties and groups of four or more
- Skip if
- They usually play with just two people
Typical price: Under $25
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JLab Go Air Pop Wireless Earbuds
Light, colorful wireless earbuds with a pocket-size charging case.
- Best for
- Kids, teens and the gym, at a low price
- Skip if
- They want noise canceling or top sound
Typical price: Under $25
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Dash Mini Waffle Maker
A tiny waffle iron that makes one crispy waffle in minutes, in fun colors.
- Best for
- Quick breakfasts and college dorms
- Skip if
- They're feeding a crowd, since it makes one small waffle at a time
Typical price: Under $25
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The Very Hungry Caterpillar Board Book
Eric Carle's classic in a sturdy board book with holes little fingers love to poke.
- Best for
- Babies and toddlers, and a classic for baby showers
- Skip if
- They likely already own it, as many families do
Typical price: Under $25
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