The Best Gifts Under $100, From New Tech to Jewelry to Scotch
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With $100 to spend on a gift, you can hit that sweet spot of something usable and desirable without any ostentatiousness — no matter who you’re buying the gift for. Plus, a Benjamin unlocks a huge variety of presents, with the best gifts under $100 ranging from the latest tech like earbuds and fitness trackers to clothing to premium spirits.
Below, we’ve rounded up some of the best gifts under $100 to pick up this holiday, starting at just $20. We’ve included a range of presents, so there should be something for every lucky recipient on your list.
If nothing catches your eye on this list — or you’re looking for something more specific — check out our other gift guides, like the best gifts for him to gifts for pet lovers.
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Buck Mason Loopback Hooded Sweatshirt
Image Credit: Buck Mason Whether your partner keeps stealing your hoodie or you know someone that won’t stop wearing that gross old sweater, this loopback hoodie from Buck Mason can provide a welcome refresh. Made of brushed French terry, the sweater looks and feels more upscale than your typical hoodie, meaning your giftee can confidently wear it out of the house and do some serious lounging.
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Beats Studio Buds
Image Credit: Amazon Normally $150, these top-rated Beats Studio Buds have been marked down to just under $100 for the holiday season. With sweat resistance, noise-cancellation, and top-tier audio quality, your giftee can use these earbuds for just about any activity, be it working out or relaxing on a plane.
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Diptyque Baies Candle
Image Credit: Amazon As far as gifts go, Diptyque’s candles are about as close to perfect as you can get. The premium French candles’ scents are famous for being in a class of their own, and, even if your loved one already has one around the house, you’ll certainly be happy to have another.
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Leatherman Skeletool CX
Image Credit: Leatherman This Leatherman Skeletool CX is easily the best multi-tool under $100, but it’s also perhaps the best multi-tool for gifting. With a minimal, pocket-friendly design and seven essential tools, it works for most activities, be it outdoor adventures or urban commutes.
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Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Generation)
Image Credit: Amazon Apple’s latest AirPods Pros — the brand’s high-end earbuds — are now a mainstay in our everyday carry, alongside our phones and wallets. The earbuds’ connectivity with Apple products is smoother and more reliable than any other headphones we’ve used, sound quality is great, and noise-cancellation is even better.
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Fraiser Sterling Custom Pearl Princess Necklace
Image Credit: Fraiser Sterling Seen on the likes of Justin and Hailey Bieber and the Hadid sisters, Fraiser Sterling has been nailing this year’s playful jewelry trend. Best of all, many of their pieces are well under $100, such as this $40 pearl necklace with customizable letter charms.
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Earise T26 Portable Bluetooth PA Speaker System
Image Credit: Amazon Once the eggnog has been consumed, bust out this portable PA system for some holiday karaoke. It’s Bluetooth compatible, so you can connect a karaoke app to play your hits, and includes a wireless microphone for performances that require a little movement.
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Lululemon Workout Mat
Image Credit: Lululemon If you’re shopping for someone who works out at home, a solid yoga/workout mat is something they’ll likely appreciate every day. We like this new Workout Mat from Lululemon, which is designed to provide cushioning for high-intensity training as well as yoga and stretching.
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Fitbit Inspire 3
Image Credit: Amazon For the fitness-minded giftee, pick up this minimal Fitbit Inspire 3. The slim device tracks workouts, sleep, stress, and more, and displays all the data on an easy-to-use smartphone app.
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Oban 14 Year Single Malt Scotch
Image Credit: Oban It’s been around since 1988, and Oban’s entry-level 14 Year is still one of the very best single malt Scotch whiskies on the market. At just under $100, it makes a great choice for holiday festivities and gifting for any whiskey enthusiasts in your life.
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UE Wonderboom 2 Bluetooth Speaker
Image Credit: Amazon $100 can get your loved one a great Bluetooth speaker, as proven by this UE Wonderboom 2. The waterproof, dustproof speaker is just a little bigger than a coffee mug, making it easy to throw in a backpack when hitting the park or a friend’s house, and it delivers surprisingly big sound for its compact build.
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Bellroy Hide & Seek Wallet
Image Credit: Amazon It’s rare to find someone who updates their wallet as frequently as they should. If you know anyone with a tattered old billfold, get them this sleek leather wallet from Bellroy. It comes equipped with RFID protection against skimmers, a smart layout, and a chic, classic look that works with most personal styles.
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Timex Todd Snyder Black Jack
Image Credit: Amazon Watches are one of our favorite gifts because those who don’t have one (obviously) could use one, even just as a fashion piece, and watch enthusiasts are always happy to have more. For under $100, we like this playful Timex Todd Snyder Black Jack that’s currently just $55 on Amazon.
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Cariuma OCA Low Sneakers
Image Credit: Cariuma Cariuma’s sneakers have been some of our favorites this year, boasting a classic, versatile look and a sustainable background. They come in a wide selection of colors, ranging from standard black and white to more fun hues, and they’re easy for almost any giftee to love.
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Levoit LV-H126 Air Purifier
Image Credit: Amazon They’re not the most flashy gift, but air purifiers are an easy way to make your giftee’s home feel cleaner — especially if they have allergies or live in a polluted city. At just $60, this Levoit LV-H126 is our pick for under $100, filtering smoke, dust, allergens, pollen, and even bad odors in rooms as big as 161 square feet.
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All-New Kindle
Image Credit: Amazon Amazon continued to improve its best-selling kindle reader this year, reducing weight, slightly shrinking the device, and retaining the high-resolution, paper-like display that people love. If you’re shopping for any bookworms, this is a very thoughtful gift for $100.
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Wegiel European Ambassador Chess Set
Image Credit: Amazon Chess sets are obviously a great gift for any player, but they’re also just chic decor for everyone — especially if you go for premium, handmade sets like this one from Wegiel. The wooden set showcases a classic look and boasts heavy, solid pieces that make play more satisfying.
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YnM Weighted Blanket
Image Credit: Amazon Weighted blankets have blown up recently, helping people calm down at night and during the day when anxiety crops up. If you know someone who hasn’t tried a weighted blanket yet, pick up this 15-pound YnM blanket on Amazon for less than $50.
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Uncle Bud’s CBD Sleep Gummies
Image Credit: Uncle Bud's A good night’s sleep is one of the best gifts we can think of — especially when you can give it for less than $40 in the form of these CBD sleep gummies from Uncle Bud’s. I’ve been using these gummies for occasional insomnia over the past few months, and the blend of 25mg CBD with melatonin has been helping me drift off and wake up rested.
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Philips Hue Smart Bulb
Image Credit: Amazon If you’re shopping for someone that just moved, redecorated, or needs an ambiance upgrade, consider this highly-rated Philips Hue lightbulb. Using your smartphone or voice assistant, you can change the bulb’s color and dimmer from anywhere.
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UGG Tasman Slipper
Image Credit: Amazon Slippers are another gifting go-to, and for good reason. The best slippers, like these UGG Tasmans, are something your loved one might not treat themselves to, but will likely slip on every day once they have them.
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Courant Catch:3 Wireless Charging Tray
Image Credit: Amazon We all know someone whose phone is constantly about to die. This wireless charging valet tray can be a huge help to any of these charging-challenged loved ones. It looks nicer than most with a premium Belgian linen cover, and has space for other EDC items like watches, wallets, and keys.
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Wordle: The Party Game
Image Credit: Amazon Getting together with your Wordle-obsessed family this year? Pick up this official Wordle party game. 2-4 players take turns creating a five-letter word for the rest of the players to guess in as few tries as possible, recreating the fun of Wordle with friends or family.
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Aesop Hand Wash
Image Credit: Amazon Aesop’s soaps are the best of the best when it comes to bathroom products, but most of us don’t typically splurge on premium suds for ourselves. And that’s exactly why they make such good gifts, especially if you’ve got a decent budget (this hand soap costs $40 on Amazon).
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AncestryDNA Genetic Ethnicity Test
Image Credit: Amazon On sale for just $60, as of writing, this AncestryDNA Genetic Ethnicity test is a great option for anyone who hasn’t done DNA testing before. Your recipient will get a comprehensive overview of where their ancestors came from and when they migrated, which typically yields a surprise or two for most users.
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Rolling Stoned Tee
Image Credit: Rolling Stone For the stoner on your list — or the fan of our magazine — pick up this “Rolling Stoned” tee. It’s a tongue-in-cheek remix of our iconic logo that typically inspires a double-take, if not a chuckle from friends and passersby.
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Keurig K-Mini Coffee Maker
Image Credit: Amazon If you’re shopping for someone that just moved into a new space (or, say, just built a new home office), this Keurig K-Mini coffee maker is a great addition. At 4.5 inches wide and about 11 inches deep, it fits on almost any counter or shelf, and it looks great too with a selection of fun color options.
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Palmes Beige & Navy Society Tote
Image Credit: Ssense Almost everyone can use an additional stylish tote, whether for transporting work gear to the office or carrying picnic goods. We like this one from Palmes, which showcases a preppy country club-inspired look and a sturdy twill construction.
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Amazon Echo (4th Gen)
Image Credit: Amazon Echo devices are ubiquitous in many households, but if you know someone who hasn’t let Alexa into their home yet, get them this most recent Echo device for just $60. The voice-activated smart speaker can read off just about anything that you’d normally turn to your phone for, like the weather, grocery store checklists, music, and much more, but it also functions as a hub for any other smart home gear your giftee might own (like Nest thermostats or smart light bulbs).
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Vybe Pro Muscle Massage Gun
Image Credit: Amazon Massage guns have blown up over the past couple of years, making it easier to reduce soreness and pain in muscles and joints. But you don’t have to spend hundreds to get a good massage gun, as proven by this Vybe Pro. It boasts nine speeds and comes with eight attachments, lending deep, variable at-home massages to anyone on your gift list.
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Meater Plus Smart Thermometer
Image Credit: Amazon This clever thermometer, the Meater Plus, features a wireless design that lets you wirelessly monitor meat from any smart device within a 165-foot range. It has revolutionized our grilling game, and it’ll likely do the same for any BBQ-obsessed loved ones on your gift-shopping list.