There are two ways to shop for that holiday, birthday, or housewarming party you’ve got coming up. You could drive to the mall and wander aimlessly around a department store until something catches your eye, or you could leisurely scroll through the best presents on Amazon. Not only will the latter save you time and effort, but a huge portion of these brilliant gift ideas come in at under $30.
It’s a win for everyone involved. You get your purchase delivered straight to your house, and the recipient has no idea you stuck to such a reasonable budget. Take a look at 40 of the coolest and most popular gift items Amazon has to offer right now.
It might fit in the palm of your hand, but don’t underestimate its power — when it comes to the
JSAUX Mini Bluetooth Nut Speaker, reviewers “can’t believe how loud it gets and how clear the sound is.” It’s created with an enhanced bass, a build-in mic, and a convenient sling, so you can hang it anywhere for quality music and hands-free calls. It’s also totally rechargeable, and the battery lasts up to six hours. $15 — Shop Now
For the nutrition-lover on the go, there’s this brilliant
personal blender. It uses its stainless steel blades and 300-watt motor to effortlessly make smoothies, juices, shakes — but it’s one-fourth the size of your typical blender. This one also blends straight in the included travel mug, so they can just take their meal and go without worrying about clean-up. It even comes with a leak-proof drinking lid.
$18 — Shop Now
Thanks to their convenient adhesive backing, you can peel and stick these
magnetic key holders anywhere you want to hang your essentials. They can hold up to three pounds, and work with anything that’s metal, including knives, tools, and even your phone chargers. Imagine never again dropping your cord behind your side table!
$10 (Pack of 6) — Shop Now
For anyone who loves wine, these
DeVine Four-In-One Chillers are a must. Simply place the rod in the freezer for an hour and then insert it into any standard-sized bottle. The gel-infused interior chills the wine, the spout aerates to open up the flavors, and the curved rim makes spill-free pouring a breeze. It even comes with two stoppers that keep bottles secured in between uses.
$22 — Shop Now
Whether you’re sleeping, traveling, meditating, or jogging, standard earbuds are rarely comfortable.
CozyPhones deliver clear, quality sound to your ears without slipping out, tangling, or causing pain. Flat speakers are inserted into a soft but lightweight head band that also doubles as an ear warmer or an eye mask. They’re even available in five different colors.
$18 — Shop Now
This is not your average notebook, and for the student, doodler, or avid note-taker, it’s a life-changer. The
Elifinbook 2 is totally reusable; its pages are made from a special whiteboard-like material, so when you’re done, you can wipe them clean or microwave them to start over. It also works with a special app that makes it easy to instantly upload your notes to the cloud, so you can store them digitally forever. Since one side is lined and the other is blank, it’s great for organizers and creatives alike.
$19 — Shop Now
At $21, this highly-rated hair tool is a steal. The
SwanMyst Straightening Brush is easier to use and causes less damage than your average flat iron. It detangles and straightens each strand with its ceramic, anti-scald bristles. It’s even infused with negative ions to moisturize, reduce frizz, and prevent split ends — plus it comes with free clips, a styling glove, and a travel case.
$21 — Shop Now
This
all-inclusive herb kit makes a perfect gift for the gardener or the chef. It comes with everything you need to grow your own fresh thyme, basil, cilantro, parsley, and sage from seeds to harvest, including soil pellets, biodegradable pots, plant markers, and instructions. “Bought them for my girlfriend, who even kills fake plants, and she was able to grow the herbs no problem,” one reviewer writes.
$25 — Shop Now
Both sleek and functional, this
smart tray turns the arm of a couch or recliner into a convenient side table. It comes in a rich espresso color and features two drink indentations and three pockets for your phone, remote, or glasses. Thanks to its flexible slats and weighted bottom, it even adjusts to fit most sizes and shapes of arm rests.
$30 — Shop Now
Tune out the world with these
Mpow Thor Bluetooth Headphones. They feature dual large-aperture driver units for great audio output, as well as soft memory foam pads and protein leather for comfort. Due to their folding design and wireless or wired use, they’re travel-friendly and extremely versatile. They even have a build-in mic for hands-free calls and come in three sleek colors.
$27 — Shop Now
Baths are one of the best ways to unwind after a long day — unless the side of the tub is jutting into your neck. The
Viventine Bath Pillow creates a spa-like experience with its four inches of cushioning and its orthopedic two-panel design. It cradles your whole back, neck, and head, but it also stays clean and sanitary due to its anti-bacterial and quick-drying mesh material. It even has large suction cups to keep it in place.
$30 — Shop Now
Yes, it provides extremely fast dual USB ports to charge two of your devices in the car, but it also doubles as a GPS tracker. Find your car quickly at sporting events or in crowded parking lots by checking the accompanying app. You can even send your location to friends or family.
$13 — Shop Now
The
IPEVO PadPillow makes it easy and comfortable to watch movies or scroll through Facebook in bed. Its soft body provides the optimal angle as well as cushioning for your lap or chest, and it works with tablets, e-readers, and traditional books. It even folds out to provide space for a wireless keyboard and has a pocket for accessories. Say goodbye to dropping your tablet on your face while you’re lying on your back.
$22 — Shop Now
Everyone knows someone who can’t live without coffee. The
Latitude 22 Espresso Maker goes above and beyond to solve that problem. According to reviewers, it tastes as good as the espresso from “big machines,” but it’s entirely hand-operated for use without batteries or electricity. Simply add in your preferred grinds, pour in boiling water, and pump. It even comes with a built-in cup and measuring spoon, so it’s great for traveling, camping, or use at the office.
$30 — Shop Now
You don’t even need a pump for the
SuperAir Lounger. Instead, simply open one end and pull it along while you walk, inflating it using nothing but airflow. Then secure it with the safety band and put it down on the grass, sand, dirt, or floor — now you’ve got a couch-like chair to relax in. It’s extremely travel-friendly as well as durable, waterproof, and available in seven colors.
$24 — Shop Now
Every techie, businessperson, traveler, and photographer needs this in their life. The
BUBM Electronics Organizer is the perfect size for an iPad Mini and has two layers of storage space for accessories. The mesh pockets are great for tiny items like flash drives and travel mice, while the elastic bands stretch to accommodate all sizes of wires and chargers. Everything zippers into a flat, easy-to-carry pouch that fits in most backpacks.
$15 — Shop Now
Chill wine (or other drinks) without diluting it, thanks to these
Host Wine Cups. They store in the freezer to chill the proprietary cooling gel, which lives in the lining of the glasses to keep your drink between 58 and 60 degrees Fahrenheit. They even have color-coded, easy-grip silicone bands to keep your hands comfortable and to immediately differentiate between drinks at a party.
$26 (Set of 4) — Shop Now
“Visit all 50 States” is a goal on many a bucket list, and this
USA Scratch Map helps your favorite traveler achieve just that. Whenever you return from a trip, scratch off the white overlay of that state to reveal a rainbow of colors underneath. Reviewers call it a “great way to display your travels” and love that it comes in a protective tube, unlike other brands.
$18 — Shop Now
Dig a hole, reposition plants, and protect your skin with
Garden Genie Gloves. These genius additions to any gardener’s collection fit like a second skin and feature a total of eight finger claws made from durable ABS plastic. As a result, you get a whole lot more control without needing as many garden tools, and since they’re durable, breathable, waterproof, and puncture-resistant, they’ve received a 4.3-star rating.
$9 — Shop Now
Easy fix-it jobs turn frustrating when you drop a screw or can’t find your pliers. Everything is always in reach with the
StrongHold Wristband, which is embedded with extremely strong magnets to hold a huge amount of screws, nails, and tools. It’s also durable, breathable, and adjustable to fit all sizes sizes of wrists, men or women.
$11 — Shop Now
Reviewers call this one “particularly helpful for those with limited range of
motion” and a
great gift idea” for “
anyone who wants to enjoy a great back washing.” The
Voda Reve Loofah features a 30-inch strap with durable handles. One side features soft cotton, and the other has an exfoliating loofah material to buff away dead skin and impurities.
$11 — Shop Now
This
inverted umbrella has hundreds of rave ratings due to its many innovative features. Because of its inside-out design, it stands on its own when closed and allows water to drip out freely, meaning that it dries without a mess. It also has double layers so you’re always protected against wind, rain, and UV rays, and its C-shaped handle means you can hold it effortlessly on your wrist while texting or carrying your drink. Last but not least, it’s available in dozens of eye-catching designs and colors.
$23 — Shop Now
The
Simple Elephant Planner doesn’t just organize your dates and meetings — though it has weekly and monthly pages to do that. It also utilizes positive psychology and proven scientific tactics to boost your happiness, inspiration levels, and goal-setting abilities. Built-in mind maps, vision boards, note pages, gratitude prompts, and goal overviews make this one of the most popular and well-reviewed planners on the market — plus it comes with free stickers and e-books!
$19 — Shop Now
Do you know someone who takes all day to drink their morning tea or coffee? If so, the
Timcare Warmer is the gift for them. It’s an electronic coaster that keeps your beverage roughly 130 degrees Farenheight, and its micro-gravity sensing design means that it turns off when your mug is no longer there. It even has four non-skid feet to keep your drink stable and spill-free.
$18 — Shop Now
It fits in your wallet just like a credit card, but the
Wallet Ninja ensures that the recipient is always equipped with 18 essential tools. It can open bottles, tighten screws, fix eyeglasses, open cans, peel fruit, cut boxes, and even prop your phone up. Plus, since it’s made from heat-treated steel, it’ll last for years.
$13 — Shop Now
For the household with minimal counter space and not even table room, there’s the
ECHOGEAR shelf. It replaces an existing wall plate to create an instant surface directly above an outlet, which is wonderful for electronic toothbrushes, rechargeable razors, virtual assistants, or charging phones. It even has a built-in cord-management system to keep the wires neat and free of tangles.
$15 — Shop Now
Products that solve two problems at the same time are always a great idea, and this
gadget from Wasserstein does just that. First, it functions as a rechargeable purse light that illuminates your bag so you can find your phone, keys, or wallet, even in the dark. Second, it has a built-in 2000mAh battery and a micro-USB cord to keep all of your devices charged, even when there’s no outlet around.
$15 — Shop Now
For a nutritious, hot, and home-cooked meal with very minimal effort, there’s the
BLACK+DECKER Slow Cooker. This four-quart pot uses a removable (and dishwasher-safe) stoneware crock and three heat settings to create delicious meals with complex, tender tastes. Simply throw in all the ingredients, set your temperature, and dish it out once dinner time rolls around. It’s an amazing gift for the college student, low-maintenece chef, or anyone who doesn’t have a slow cooker yet.
$28 — Shop Now
Turn virtually any smart phone into a professional-level camera with the
Kaiess Kit. It comes with nine interchangeable lenses and a padded, adjustable clip that fits right over your existing camera. As a result, you can take impressive pictures with photographing effects like fisheye, macro, telephoto, and starburst.
$22 (Set of 9) — Shop Now
Give the gift of a luxurious picnic with this
Insulated Wine Bag. It looks and works like your average tote, but it features a wine opener, two glasses, napkins, a wine stopper, wooden cheese board, knife, and room to transport and chill your favorite bottles. This one is a must for campers, tailgaters, and beach-goers.
$30 — Shop Now
Himalayan salt lamps are very popular right now because they create a soothing, zen-like glow in your space, and they purify the room by releasing negative ions into the air. This
one from Himalayan Glow has a color-changing bulb that automatically cycles through six vivid colors. It also plugs in using a USB port, so you can power it via your laptop or phone charger.
$20 — Shop Now
For the aspiring home-bartender, there’s this professional-quality
Cocktail Shaker Set. It’s made from dishwasher-safe stainless steel and features a shaker, jigger, mixer, strainer, ice thong, bottle opener, and even recipes, all in a classy wooden stand. Reviewers say it’s a “great addition to any
home bar set” and it makes them “excited to host [their] holiday parties.”
$28 — Shop Now
If a friend or loved one wants to start a yoga practice, but doesn’t quite know where to begin, help them out with the
Fit Spirit Yoga Set. It comes with all the props and materials they’ll need, including a non-slip mat, two towels, two yoga blocks, and a flexibility strap. After that, all they’ll need to do is find a local glass — or look up a free one on YouTube.
$30 — Shop Now
Any college student or commuter will love this
laptop backpack, thanks to its unique features that keep their devices safe and powered. It has an intelligent anti-theft design that locks the zippers in place with a three-number code, as well as a built-in USB charger that sits on the exterior of the bag. It even has tons of hidden pockets and loops for credit cards, keys, and suitcase attachments, plus the padded shoulder straps and waterproof exterior mean ultimate comfort and convenience.
$24 — Shop Now
The
KEKH Mount has two separate gooseneck arms — one to hold virtually any smart phone, and the other that lights up the area with a versatile selfie ring. It’s USB-powered and provides three different light temperatures as well as ten brightness settings, and it comes with a Bluetooth remote for selfies. That means you can take bright, quality pictures and video wherever you happen to be.
$24 — Shop Now
Ideal for tackling headaches, neck pain, or just everyday stress, the
Happy Wraps Neck Wrap makes for a luxurious and caring gift. It’s wrapped in 100 percent cotton and stuffed with organic flax seeds and real herbs that release a calming aromatherapy scent when heated in the microwave. This set comes with an eye pillow and silky mask, and is available in seven uplifting colors.
$20 — Shop Now
Cleanse, exfoliate, and massage your feet all without bending down. The
California Home Goods Foot Scrubber adheres to your shower floor using sturdy suction cups and features three different kinds of soft bristles. Merely brushing your feet over them will clean between your toes, remove calloused skin, and boost circulation.
$14 —Shop Now
With the
Miserwe Essential Oil Diffuser, you can utilize the benefits of aromatherapy, refresh the air in your home, and provide much-needed humidity in the dry winter months. It has four different settings, a changing seven-color LED light, and an easy-to-clean water tank that can run for up to 14 hours. For safety, it shuts off automatically when it runs dry, and for style, it has a gorgeous woodgrain finish that suits any decor.
$20 — Shop Now
If a professional massage appointment isn’t within your budget, the
HemingWeigh Shiatsu Massager is the next best thing — and they can use it over and over again to loosen tight muscles and melt away stress. This affordable gift features four 3-D nodes that shift direction, change up, and even heat up for the most soothing home massage. It even comes with a car adapter and built-in strap, so you can secure it virtually anywhere.
$21 — Shop Now
This one’s for the person who’s been using the same dollar store makeup brushes for ten years now. This
BS-MALL Makeup Brush Set comes with 14 quality tools with rose gold accents and soft, silky synthetic bristles. It has everything your loved one needs to tackle foundation, eye makeup, and brows, and even professional makeup artists are impressed: “These are the only brushes I use on clients! So soft and dense, these compete with other high-end brands at a fraction of the price.” $
11 (Set of 14) — Shop Now
No matter who you’re shopping for, these 40 ideas make for thoughtful, unique, and practical gifts. Save this article for future holidays or add your favorites to your Amazon cart today!
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