Holiday shopping can be stressful, especially if you have a lot of people on your list and aren't a crypto millionaire with unlimited funds. You want to get gifts that are cool and meaningful, but don't want to have refinance your house to do it. That's where we come in. What follows are fifteen picks across multiple categories of tech that will wow the recipient while coming in at under $250.
For the fitness fanaticFitbit Charge 6
Full-featured fitness tracking for a reasonable price $159.95 at AmazonShop Now
PCMag's Angela Moscaritolo says "The Fitbit Charge has long been among the most value-rich fitness trackers, and the sixth-generation model extends that legacy. It now offers 40 sport profiles (up from 20 last generation) and a new feature that lets you send your heart rate via Bluetooth to gym equipment."
For the audio enthusiastSennheiser Momentum True Wireless Headphones
Great noise cancellation and superior sound in these AirPod competitors $198.80 at Amazon$279.95 Save $81.15 Shop Now
Sennheiser is one of the most respected names in audio, and their venture into the in-ear Bluetooth headphone market has resulted in a powerful pair of buds with deep bass response and some very cool extra features.
Sponsored by RingRing Video Doorbell, 2nd Gen
Upgrade your home security with HD Video and Two-Way Talk $54.99$99.99 Save $45.00 Shop Now
Gift the perfect blend of security and convenience with a video doorbell that lets them see, hear, and talk to visitors from anywhere! HD Video, Two-Way Talk, and easy installation make it a thoughtful choice for enhancing home life. Whether welcoming guests or monitoring deliveries, this tech-savvy present guarantees they stay connected, making it a practical and thoughtful addition to their home.
For the workout warriorTheragun Mini Massage Gun
Work out knots in sore muscles with this pocket-sized wonder $175.00 at Amazon$199.99 Save $24.99 Shop Now
The modern world seems designed to give us muscle and joint pain. Here's a great deal on a peppy little hand massager that delivers three different speeds with three attachments: a "thumb" for lower back pain and pinpoint, a "smart ball" for larger areas and a "dampener" for even broader muscle groups.
For epic selfiesSnap Pixy Autonomous Flying Camera
Get a new angle on your photography with this self-directed drone $229.99 at Amazon$229.99 Save $0.00 Shop Now
Remember when everybody held their phones above their heads for the "Myspace angle?" Welcome to the next generation. The Pixy autonomous flying camera takes one of four preset flight paths to snap 12MP stills or 2.7K video.
For the tinkererCreality Ender 3 V2 Neo 3D Printer
Get into micromanufacturing with this simple to set up tool $246.00 at Amazon$399.00 Save $153.00 Shop Now
3D printing can be tough to get into on a budget, but this easy-to-use fabricator is a perfect starting point. Simple assembly and a user-friendly UI with a model preview feature will have you up and making stuff in no time.
For the automation loverSwitchbot SmartSwitch Button Pusher
A robot that presses any button you want any time you want it to. $29.00 at Amazon$29.00 Save $0.00 Shop Now
We can't help it—we love stuff like this. Even the most well-connected smart home has a thing or two that isn't integrated into the network, and the Switchbot SmartSwitch solves that problem in the silliest way possible. It's a literal mechanical button-presser that you attach to a switch and command through Alexa or other smart assistants.
For the outdoorsy onesBlack Diamond Spot 400 Headlamp
Light up the night with multiple settings and ridiculous comfort $49.95 at Amazon$49.95 Save $0.00 Shop Now
The days are getting shorter and shorter, and if you find yourself outside after the sun goes down your phone's flashlight just won't cut it. This lightweight and ergonomic headlamp pumps out up to 400 lumens and has red night vision, brightness memory, and more.
For when a smartphone isn't enoughAmazon Fire Max 11
The most powerful tablet Amazon has ever produced $229.99 at Amazon$229.99 Save $0.00 Shop Now
It's wild how low Amazon has been able to keep the price of their Fire tablets, but the Max 11 is anything but budget in terms of performance. An eight-core processor and 14 hours of battery life make it a serious competitor, especially under $250.
For the artsy onePolaroid Lab Everything Box Starter Kit
Transform your Instagram into retro photos you can hold in your hand $155.99 at Amazon$155.99 Save $0.00 Shop Now
Everything old is new again, but this Polaroid home photo lab is more than just a printer. It actually uses a three-lens system to grab your photos off of your phone's screen and uses dye sublimation to make them real.
For on-the-go audioUltimate Ears Wonderboom 3
Big volume and clear signal come from this mighty portable speaker $99.99 at Amazon$99.99 Save $0.00 Shop Now
There are a lot of portable speakers out there, but the Wonderboom 3 holds a special place in our heart for its super-high build quality and fun features like easy stereo synchronization and an IP67 water and dust resistance rating.
For the electronics enthusiastRaspberry Pi 400 Computer Kit
Build your own computer from the ground up for gaming, media and more $99.99 at Microcenter$99.99 Save $0.00 Shop Now
Putting together a computer from component parts is a rite of passage for any geek, and one of the best ways to start is with a Raspberry Pi. These elegant and affordable Linux-based devices are used all over the world.
For the work from home crowdDell Pro Webcam
The best webcam we've tested at this price $120.99 at Amazon$162.49 Save $41.50 Shop Now
The Dell Pro Webcam offers some of the best bang for your buck that you'll find in the webcam space. And with a 2K max resolution, it's also right in the "Goldilocks zone" in terms of image quality and price: nearly twice as sharp as a cheap 1080p webcam, but also not nearly as expensive as most 4K models available right now. Did we mention it also has a built-in microphone? You won't find a better mix of features for a lower price.
For anyone in a big houseNest WiFi Router and 2 Points
Get 52% off of Google's mesh wireless network system $166.84 at Amazon$349.00 Save $182.16 Shop Now
Mesh networking lets you balance your internet load across multiple access points for seamless, house-wide connectivity and speedy streaming. This is an incredible deal on Google's well-reviewed system.
For gamers on the goNintendo Switch Lite
All the best parts of the original Switch in a handheld-only format $199.00 at Amazon$199.00 Save $0.00 Shop Now
Despite the fact that it's a few years old at this point, the Nintendo Switch Lite is still hands down one of the best handheld gaming consoles you can get for under $200. The only difference between the Lite and the original Switch is that it doesn't have detachable joycon controllers or a dock, so you can't hook it up to your TV. Still, it's an absolutely excellent device for the price.
