60 Small, Inexpensive Gifts People Love

It’s not often that you can refer to something you can fix your bike with as “super cute,” but this snowflake-shaped multitool is both practical and whimsically stylish. Packing in 18 tools in one, this genius device includes a slew of screwdrivers and wrenches, plus a box cutter, a bottle opener, and much more. It’s the ideal gift for coworkers, and neighbors, or the handy person on your list.

Crafted from a luxurious wool blend that’s soft, warm, and breathable, these socks are designed to keep feet insulated from the cold without causing the wearer to sweat up a storm. Boating a 4.6-star overall rating after more than 18,000 reviews, they’re available in a wide range of colors and styles, including heathered solids, sweater stripes, and snowflakes.

• Available color and style combos: 18

Want something that feels personal and thoughtful? This necklace features an initial pendant in your choice of 26 letters, along with two layered paperclip chains. Plated in real 14-karat gold, it’s a classic that’ll never go out of style.

• Available selections: 26

Made out of stainless steel with a cooling gel interior, these facial tools can be placed directly in the freezer before use. The unique, oblong shape is designed to run along the contours of your face, providing instant cooling relief. Give yourself a soothing facial massage, while minimizing pores, swelling, and redness in the process.

Give someone special a secret message with this clever Morse code bracelet. The waxed cord features dot and dash beads made from sterling silver, and you can choose from 15 messages including “Forever Friends,” “I Love You,” “Warrior,” and “Tribe.” You can also choose from sassier messages that your salty friend will enjoy.

• Available selections: 15

Whether you have a friend who’s perpetually cold, loves the great outdoors, or spends time at outdoor sports games, this hand warmer makes for a terrific gift. The rechargeable warmer has three settings for customizable comfort, and it also doubles as a portable backup battery that charges phones.

• Available colors: 3

For those who need a little self-care routine in their lives, these aromatherapy steamers turn a hot shower into a soothing sensory experience that will help them drift off to sleep. Scented with pure essential oils in a blend of lavender and Roman chamomile, the vapors are triggered by the steam, and help ease the stress of the day while promoting relaxation.

With soft memory foam insoles — and fluffy lining to score additional cozy points — these slippers are a real treat for tired feet. They have a classic faux suede look that comes in colors like tan, gray, and brick red, and they’re finished with anti-skid rubber soles for sure footing.

• Available sizes: 7/8 — 9.5/10.5
• Available colors: 4

Crafted from 100% mulberry silk, this face mask creates a protective barrier while also feeling luxurious on the skin. The material is naturally breathable and temperature-regulating, and the construction of this mask features adjustable ear loops and a pocket for a filter. Plus, silk is naturally hypoallergenic, so it’s ideal for anyone with sensitive skin.

• Available colors: 12

This all-in-one avocado slicer from the design geniuses at OXO has everything needed to get your avocado toast going in the morning. With its trademark easy-to-grip handle, the serrated knife on one end of the tool makes short work of the skin, then the embedded pit remover twists and lifts the pit out easily. The slotted tool at the gadget’s opposite end creates perfect, even slices.

I don’t know anyone who can’t use spare Lightning cables for charging their Apple products (I swear, these things just walk off sometimes). The nylon-braided cords are ultra-durable for long-lasting use, and the 6-foot length gives you enough mobility to use your phone while it charges.

This mascara costs less than the price of a coffee, but it’s earned more than 148,000(!) perfect five-star reviews on Amazon. The false lash-effect formula delivers long, luscious lashes and lasts all day without flaking or smudging. Plus, the conic fiber brush defines and separates, so you’re never left with clumps.

Keep hot beverages perfectly toasty with this mug warmer that’s perfect for use at the office or at home. With three heat settings, you can choose just the right temperature for coffee, cocoa, or tea. Can’t sleep? Use it with a cup of milk for a soothing bedtime drink.

Made from silicone, this brush features thick, flexible bristles that deliver an invigorating massage to your scalp — the kind you’d get at a salon. Super relaxing, it stimulates circulation and features an easy-to-grip handle that makes it easy to use, even when your hands are soapy and wet.

• Available colors: 3

Made with real sterling silver, this birthstone necklace is perfect for everyone from your assistant to your grandmother, and is suitable for giving on so many occasions. The solitaire gem adds sparkle to any outfit and hangs from an 18-inch chain.

• Available selections: 12

Not only does this Himalayan salt night light give off a warm and cozy glow, but the properties of the salt may even help reduce stress. Boasting an impressive 4.7-star overall rating, the light is just 2.5 inches tall, so you can plug it in anywhere to reap its soothing, mood-enhancing benefits.

This smart plug is capable of doing so much — and you can control it from an app on your phone or via your smart home assistant. Set schedules for your Christmas tree lights, ensure you turned off the humidifier (even if you’re not at home), and turn on the lights so that your home is lit up by the time you arrive after a long day at work. It’s a true fan favorite, boating a 4.7-star overall rating after 460,000(!) reviews.

Designed to clip onto any vehicle’s car air vents, this smartphone holder uses ultra-strong magnets to secure your phone in place — i.e., no fumbling with finicky clamps. Accompanied by a metal plate that adheres to the back of your phone case, you can simply place your phone on top for instant magnetizing that won’t budge.

Made from steel that’s heat-treated four times for extra durability, this multitool is an incredibly useful gift. It performs as 18 tools, including a variety of screwdrivers and hex wrenches, a ruler, a can opener, a fruit peeler, and a bottle opener — it can even be used as a cellphone stand. It’s the size of a credit card, so it can be carried in any standard wallet.

With a large oxygenating chamber, this aerator makes every bottle of wine taste so much more delicious by bringing out its true flavor and bouquet. Equipped with a rubber stopper to ensure a drip-free pour, it funnels the wine down its long, acrylic spout directly into the glass, so there are no messes — a real treat for oenophiles.

With 16 million colors in addition to both warm and cool white options, this LED smart bulb is a gift that’s both practical and fun. Besides toggling through different colors, users can dim the light bulb, set it on schedules, or create scenes that match natural light (like dusk and dawn). With the compatible app, you can even track the energy usage of the bulb.

Packaged in a pretty floral tin, this hand cream set looks beautiful and provides serious relief for dry hands. Formulated with shea butter, natural glycerin, and vitamin E, the creams deeply moisturize and soothe skin, and each tube is small enough to stash in a purse or desk drawer. The set of six includes scents like rose, jasmine, and cherry blossom.

Constructed with one microfiber side for sudsing up and one loofah side for exfoliation, this back scrubber is a great way to get squeaky clean in the shower. The 31-inch length makes it easy to scrub hard-to-reach places, and the rope handles on either end make it a breeze to use. The scrubber dries quickly and is machine-washable for easy cleaning.

• Available colors: 3

With cone-shaped bristles that glide through hair without pulling on it, this brush has earned more than 34,000 five-star ratings from fans who love how it detangles. Suitable for use on all types of hair, the unique shape is easy to grip while brushing, so you can get knots out of your hair in record time.

• Available colors: 6

A soothing remedy for dry, chapped lips, this scrub is made from exfoliating sugar and a blend of moisturizing ingredients like coconut, sweet almond, and avocado oils. The result? Soft, smooth lips. Not only does it smell great and have a pleasant taste, but it’s also natural and vegan.

I have the terrible habit of ruining my manicures by chewing on my cuticles when they get dry — if you know someone who suffers from this habit, too, gift them this cuticle oil that’s formulated with a blend of natural moisturizing oils. This fan-favorite formula also add strength, keeping nails from breaking and splitting over time.

Great for both prescription glasses and sunglasses, this anti-fog spray keeps your lenses crystal clear — especially helpful in cold weather or while wearing a mask. However, it’s not just good for glasses, it’s also great for other glass and plastic surfaces, including shaving mirrors, swimming goggles, and binoculars.

Available in 22 colors, these satin pillowcases give any bed a luxe feel while also creating a frictionless surface that helps prevent hair breakage and face creases. Plus, satin regulates temperature, so you’ll always be sleeping on the “cool” side of the pillow. Machine-washable for easy upkeep, they feature sophisticated envelope closures, too.

• Available sizes: 4
• Available colors: 22

For the beauty guru on your list, gift this versatile moisturizing oil that can be used to hydrate skin, hair, nails, and even feet. It’s formulated with a blend of cold-pressed olive oil as well as sweet almond and grape seed oils for lots of hydration, while lavender tops everything off with a relaxing scent. It’s non-comedogenic, and one reviewer wrote, “Softens skin and imparts a lovely glow!”

Made from a microfiber blend that removes makeup with just water (really), these makeup-removing cloths are the perfect gift for the eco-conscious beauty aficionados on your list (and much better choice for the planet than single-use wipes). Suitable for use even on sensitive skin, they machine-wash like a charm and are super long-lasting.

Crafted from ultra-strong steel, this universal socket tool is designed to add usefulness to any toolbox. The pins inside the cylinder automatically adjust to fit any size socket for nuts, bolts, and screws, and the set comes with an adaptor for a power drill. Totally pragmatic, it’s a great gift for your favorite DIY enthusiast.

While this ice roller is the perfect relief for a hot day outside, it’s also a great beauty tool that any gift recipient will end up using a bunch. Not only does it enhance circulation, but it’ll also help revive tired skin. It’s perfect for new parents, or anyone working late shifts. Even better, it’s made by a cruelty-free brand.

With a long gooseneck that extends into tight spaces, this magnetic pick-up tool makes it easy to retrieve hardware, crafting pieces, or even your keys from tight spaces. (There’s even a built-in LED at the end, so you can see what you’re doing.) Extending up to 22 inches at its full length, it offers 360 illumination.

Another eco-friendly idea, these dryer balls save energy on laundry day by separating clothes so that they dry much faster. Crafted from New Zealand wool, the extra airflow between garments also helps prevent wrinkling, so you won’t have to add dryer sheets to your load. Add a few drops of essential oil to give laundry a delightful, natural fragrance.

Deliver speedy charging to your phone — and don’t bother with plugging in — with this wireless charger. Suitable for use with both Apple and Android devices, it charges right through the case for quick and easy use. It comes with its own USB cord that you can plug into your computer or adaptor, and it’s earned a 4.4-star overall rating after 100,000 reviews.

This wristband features embedded magnets that keep hardware on hand (literally), which means you don’t have to worry about locating that tiny screw when you need it. It’s perfect for DIYers, crafters, or the person in your home who does all the small repairs. The Velcro closure is adjustable, so it works with a variety of wrist sizes.

Whether your gift recipient loves to sing in the shower or just spends a lot of time by the pool, this waterproof wireless speaker makes the perfect present. It delivers crisp sound and resonant bass, and the 360-degree design give you a stereo experience. It’s equipped with Bluetooth 5.0 technology, and the 66-foot range means you can leave the room with your phone without interrupting the flow of your playlist.

The ideal finishing component to any car detailing kit, this cleaning gel is just sticky enough to pick up lint, dust, and crumbs from those tiny spaces in the car. It’s also perfect for detailing electronics and cameras, and even for removing dust from in between the keys on your keyboard.

A great gift for all the light sleepers out there, this eye mask has built-in wireless headphones with Bluetooth 5.0 technology, so you can fall asleep listening to relaxing music or a meditation. The mask itself has a 3-D design that doesn’t pressure the eyes, and the integrated controls let you pause, play, and adjust volume without reaching for your phone.

Delivering up to two full charges, this portable power bank is the gift for the friend whose phone is always at 5% battery. Small enough to fit in a bag, the lightweight power bank comes with a USB cord for easy use. And since it comes in bright colors like red and royal blue, you’ll always be able to spot it when you need it.

• Available colors: 4

For a spa night at home, this variety pack of sheet masks lets you customize your facial session — there’s charcoal to clarify, aloe vera to calm and hydrate, pomegranate extract for an antioxidant boost, and so much more. The fun packaging means you don’t even have to wrap this variety pack in paper.

This convertible cooking utensil doubles as a spatula and a pair of tongs, and it’s a must-have for cooks who love to save a few minutes in the kitchen. Ideal for everything from flipping mini pancakes to filling tacos to transferring food from the pan to a plate, it’s made with stainless steel and heat-resistant silicone. Each set comes with one large and one small utensil.

This brow kit includes two tins of styling cream that set brows so that they look full and feathery, along with four small brow brushes, so you can get everything just in place. Give one and keep one for yourself, or give both sets to the beauty maven in your life.

The flexible legs on this mini tripod allow you to set it up wherever you wish. Place it on your desk, the floor, the counter, or any other spot — you can even wrap it around things for extra stability. Perfect for snapping selfies, the tripod comes with a wireless remote that allows you to take pictures without having to hit the shutter button on your phone.

• Available colors: Black, Pink

If you’re looking for a small and inexpensive gift for a home chef in the making, these salt and pepper bowls will make a nice choice. These are great to hold technically any often-used spice, but can also make convenient holders for jewelry or hair ties in a pinch. You get two bamboo bowls per set, both of which can make grabbing a pinch of salt easier than ever before.

These flashlight gloves are so useful to anyone who uses their hands often — including mechanics and fishers — but they’re also great for walking your dog at night. The index finger and thumb have built-in LED lights that increase visibility wherever you point. Lightweight and soft, the gloves won’t hinder your hand movements at all, and adjustable straps keep them securely on your wrists.

When life gets hectic, finding enough time to squeeze in a journaling session can be tough. This journal just requires one line a day, recording your memories over a five-year time period. All you have to do is jot down something that happened to you that day — it’s that simple. It’s a great gift for those who want to keep a diary, but are too overwhelmed by lengthy writing prompts.

This compact stand props your phone up while also wirelessly charging it at the same time. Compatible with any smartphone that has wireless charging capabilities, the stand allows you to set up your device either vertically or horizontally. Watch videos, send text messages, and FaceTime with friends without draining your phone’s battery.

• Available colors: Black, White

Spice up your next family game night with Exploding Kittens, a game that’s kind of like UNO — except there are magical enchiladas, goats, laser beams, and of course, exploding kittens. Over 44,000 customers have given it a perfect five-star review on Amazon, raving over its wacky concept and engaging game flow. It’s suggested for players 7 years old and up, so even the kids can join in on the fun.

Pumpkin is naturally packed with vitamin C, which brightens and evens out the skin. Combined with moisturizing honey and exfoliating glycolic acid, this face mask from Andalou Naturals leaves your face feeling revitalized. “This stuff is affordable, smells and FEELS like tingly magic, and quickly exfoliates, renews and refreshes my skin,” one reviewer raved.

With a strong magnetic base and a rear pocket clip, this ultra-bright LED work light can be attached to a variety of surfaces for hands-free illumination. The battery-powered unit creates a strong beam of light for up to seven hours straight, allowing you to clearly see underneath car hoods, inside switchboards, behind furniture, and more. It also makes a great addition to any roadside emergency kit.

Made from flexible, heat-resistant silicone, this coffee cup can collapse down to just 2 inches in height. This is great for when you want to pack your to-go mug while traveling, but don’t have enough space for a conventional tumbler. The 16-ounce mug also includes a built-in straw and a flip-up lid for both cold and hot drinks.

• Available colors: 9

Unlike regular earbuds, it’s impossible for these Bluetooth headphones to fall out of your ears — that’s because they’re stitched into a soft, stretchy sports headband that comfortably fits over your head. With a single-touch control panel on the forehead, you can easily control your music while working out, taking a nap, or resting on an airplane.

Here’s a natural way to alleviate discomfort in your hips, legs, and lower back while you sleep. Made from high-density memory foam, this wedge-shaped knee pillow features soft curves that help align your body, so you feel well rested, not sore. There are several different ways you can use it — between the calves, under one knee, or beneath one leg.

These reusable silicone drinking straws keep you from ever having to buy plastic straws again. You get 10 in a pack, in a variety of colors — teal, pink, blue, white, and black. The dishwasher-safe straws are heat-resistant, so you can use them in everything from coffee to iced tea to smoothies. They come with a scrubbing brush that can easily remove residue from inside the straws.

Perfect for in-office lunches, camping trips, and travel, this stainless steel cutlery set can be transported anywhere you go. It comes with a fork, knife, spoon, chopsticks, a straw, and a straw brush, all of which fit inside the included carrying case. The utensils are dishwasher-safe, so you can easily clean them when you get home.

• Available colors: 12

For the jet-setter in your life, this travel pillow will really come in handy. The super soft fleece material is constructed with hidden cushioning, so when you wrap it around your neck, you’ll feel comfy and supported. Unlike traditional U-shaped travel pillows, this one has an adjustable fit that props your head up exactly where you want it.

• Available colors: 4

If 2020 has taught us anything, it’s that knowing how to make your own lattes, cappuccinos, and matcha tea is such a valuable skill. This handheld milk frother whips up clouds of fluffy foam in just seconds, so you can add it to your coffee and tea drinks. The battery-powered unit is super easy to use — just press the top button to turn the whisk on and off.

• Available colors: 42

When you handle pungent ingredients like onions, garlic, or fish, chances are, your hands will smell like them long after the meal is cooked. That’s why the Rub-a-Way bar is so brilliant — it uses stainless steel to lift odors from your hands, either wet or dry. Besides a traditional bar shape, this useful odor absorber is also available in cheeky fish and garlic designs.

You’d be surprised just how often the headlight on this beanie comes in handy. Whether you’re camping, hiking, or jogging at night, the LED light illuminates the surrounding area up to 30 feet. When the light needs recharging, you can simply pop it out of the beanie and plug it into any USB port. The beanie comes in several cool colors, as well as a rugged camouflage print.

• Available colors: 11