If you’re looking for a gift that won’t break the bank, then you’re in luck. Our gifting experts rounded up the best gifts under $100 for any occasion. Here are our favorite picks, all in one place.
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Best gifts for the home under $100 TerraFlame s’mores roaster This s’mores roaster turns an ordinary dessert into a delicious adventure. While you can use this gel-fueled fire pit indoors or out, we especially like using it indoors for dinner parties. It’s a great hands-on experience that will wow your guests and instantly makes any gathering lively and fun.
Caraway ceramic fry pan Caraway’s cookware has built a loyal following among home cooks who prefer nonstick surfaces. Unlike Teflon, this pan’s nonstick ceramic coating is free of harmful chemicals. It’s available in a range of stylish colors, including sage, navy and marigold. Any home cook would be proud to leave this pan out on display.
Dash mini waffle maker These waffles are great for a brunch side dish or as a breakfast appetizer, and this is also CNET’s pick when it comes to the best small waffle maker.
Cuisinart stainless steel ice cream maker Large-capacity ice cream makers require a ton of salt and ice but not this model. It’s so easy to whip up delicious ice cream and sorbet that you can make both on a regular basis — yes, even in the winter.
Emile Henry French ceramic artisan ruffled pie dish This handcrafted vintage pie dish is perfect for the bakers in your life, with the ruffled edge producing a picture-perfect pie.
Click and Grow Smart Garden 3 This is a perfect tech-meets-gardener (or aspiring gardener) present because it allows your giftee to grow their own herbs, like fresh basil. CNET’s David Watsky says, “It couldn’t be simpler to operate, with self-contained seed pods, LED grow lights and a water tank that needs filling only every two or three weeks. A perfect starter herb indoor garden for someone with a not-so-green thumb.” And this is also one of CNET’s picks for best indoor smart gardens.
Best gifts for homebodies under $100 Ohom Ui self-heating mug set If you know a coffee lover, this self-heating mug is a must-have. It keeps coffee, tea, cocoa and other warm beverages at an optimal drinking temperature all day long thanks to its charging pad. Bonus: Your giftee can also use the base to charge their phone.
Best gifts for travelers under $100 Trtl travel pillow Make someone’s long flights easier with the Trtl pillow. Sure, it might look a little silly, but our editors swear by it for long flights. It’s cozy and comfortable, and it keeps them from nodding off on their neighbor’s shoulder. It packs away into a travel pouch, making it easy to stuff into a carry-on or attach to the outside of a bag.
Blink Mini Whether you want to buy for someone who travels for work or pleasure, the Blink Mini can help keep their home secure. It monitors the inside of their home and allows users to see, hear and speak to anyone via live view and two-way audio.
Apple AirTags 4-pack No one can ever have enough AirTags, especially that traveler you know who tends to misplace…everything. While you probably know that they can be useful when you misplace your keys or wallet, one of the more creative ways to use AirTags is to slip one into your luggage. “To relieve the stress of trying to locate your suitcase, you can put an AirTag tracker inside so you can track its whereabouts,” CNET’s Katie Teague says. And when you purchase the AirTags through Apple, you can get them engraved for free with an emoji, initials or numbers, which is a nice way to personalize your gift.
Anker 523 Power Bank (PowerCore 10000 PD) Traveling or not, it’s the worst when your phone battery goes out and you don’t have a power bank on you. Well, not anymore. This slim Anker portable charger has both a USB-C port and a USB one and can not only recharge your iPhone or Android a couple of times but can also give your other electronics a boost. CNET’s Geoffrey Morrison has traveled all over the world and swears by his Anker battery pack and this model also made our pick for the best portable chargers and power banks.
Best gifts for beauty lovers under $100 Drowsy Sleep Mask This cushiony sleep mask is perfect for the insomniacs in your life. In addition to blocking out light and having an adjustable strap so the mask actually stays on while they sleep, its exterior is also super soft since it’s made from mulberry silk. It’s also a hit among our wellness editors’ favorite sleep products. CNET’s Nasha Addarich Martinez says if she had to choose one item that’s helped her sleep better, it would be his sleep mask. Plus, the mask is unisex and comes in all kinds of colors, from sunset pink to midnight blue.
Anastasia Beverly Hills Soft Glam eyeshadow palette If you’re unfamiliar with the Anastasia Beverly Hills brand but want a safe bet for any beauty-obsessed friend or family member, buy this palette. Its combination of matte and shimmer finishes means there are plenty of looks to experiment with.
Osea Malibu bestsellers body care kit This ultra-moisturizing kit is perfect for dry winter skin and makes every day feel like a spa day. The set comes with four of Osea’s best-selling products: Undaria Algae Body Oil, Salts of the Earth Body Scrub, Anti-Aging Body Balm and Undaria Algae Body Butter, plus a handy travel bag.
Mark & Graham Concourse leather cosmetic case A luxe cosmetics case is exactly what every beauty maven and skincare enthusiast needs. Mark & Graham’s leather Concourse case comes in a tasteful cream color and has spacious interior pockets. The price is reasonable for the quality, and you can get it monogrammed for an extra $12.50.
Best gifts for entertainment under $100 GoCube If you’ve always wanted to know how to complete a Rubik’s cube but could never get the hang of it, now’s your chance, CNET’s James Bricknell says. The GoCube connects to your phone or tablet and takes you through the steps of solving a cube using “algorithms,” so to speak. “It’s the first time I’ve felt I had a handle on manipulating a puzzle cube without it being completely random,” he says. “Learning a new skill as a dad, especially one that can impress your kids, is always worthwhile — and the app even lets you play battle games with your kids to make it more family-oriented.”
