The 65+ Best Tech Gifts of 2021 for Everyone on Your Shopping List

If you thought 2020 was a standout year for the best tech gifts, then 2021 is going to blow you away. We’re still a few months out from the holiday season but the list of must-own gadgets keeps growing, and includes many perfect for gifting anyone on your list no matter the occasion.

So, what are the best tech gifts in 2021? You’re going to find a bunch of innovative products designed to enrich your everyday life. This includes adaptive noise-canceling headphones, affordable smartphones with killer specs, retro everything, smart home do-it-alls, sportier AirPods Pro alternatives and a new Oculus VR headset.

That’s not to say we’re completely overlooking the biggest releases of last year. These are still awesome 2020 tech gadgets that continue to dominate the sales charts and remain atop many people’s wish lists; don’t sell them short of gift-giving options. We’re talking must-haves for any tech lover from industry staples like Apple, Microsoft, and Nintendo, along with some impressive tech from select indie brands.

So whether you’re looking for creative high-tech products to pass on to your loved ones or upgrades to buy for yourself, there are plenty of options to choose from across different categories and price points. Here’s a list of the best tech gifts of 2021 (so far). Keep in mind that many of these products are very in-demand, which means they may be out of stock (or nearly so).

Best Tech Gifts of 2021: Amazon Fire TV Stick Lite and Stick 4K Max

Amazon’s latest streaming devices make cord-cutting easier and enhance picture quality to achieve the best presentation on your TV. The $29 Fire TV Stick Lite retains all that made the standard version a consumer favorite, including access to over 200,000 movies and TV shows and Alexa support. Meanwhile, the Stick 4K Max ramps up performance by delivering 4K high-def resolution and faster connectivity via Wi-Fi 6 support. You even get dedicated power and volume buttons on the 4K Max remote to control your TV, soundbar or receiver. Be sure to toss one of these in every family member’s Xmas stocking.

Buy: Amazon Fire TV Stick Lite $17.99 (orig. $29.99) 40% OFF

Buy: Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max $34.99 (orig. $54.99) 36% OFF

Facebook Portal Go

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Once upon a time, we thought of Facebook as a social media company, but the company has expanded with a range of exciting physical products to help you build a fully connected smart home. And to that end, Facebook has designed the best-looking smart display we’ve seen yet. Like its predecessors, the Facebook Portal Go is a 10″ HD screen that can display photos and make video calls. Plus, it can act as a wireless speaker to provide room-filling high-fidelity audio. You can use this smart display to make video calls with loved ones, friends or coworkers using WhatsApp, Messenger or Zoom. Because it’s such a great way to stay connected with far-off loved ones, it’s an easy choice when selecting the best tech gifts of 2021.

Buy: Portal Go $199.00
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Jabra Elite 3

For $80, the Jabra Elite 3 nails all the essentials and comes with extra features to provide a premium listening experience for a low price. These buds produce dynamic, clear sound with punchy bass that can be customized in the Jabra Sound+ app through several music presets. The HearThrough feature gives you ambient-listening capabilities, so you hear what’s happening around you in the house or out on walks. To get 7 hours on a single charge, along with 28 hours extra from the charging case is very generous. We also love that the buds come with an IP55 rating to sustain sweat, rain, and dust ingress.

Buy: Jabra Elite 3 $79.99

The NOOK Cam

There are lots of expensive wireless home security cameras on the market in 2021, but the new NOOK Cam has a lot to offer in a very affordable package, which is why we’ve selected it as one of the very best tech gifts of the year. This little camera provides real-time motion tracking, night visioin, two-way audio, 1080p resolution and is Wi-Fi capable so you can keep an eye on your home remotely. The NOOK Cam makes it easy to check in on your home with a smartphone, tablet or computer while you’re away. It even works with Amazon Alexa for added convenience. If you buy three cameras, you can save up to 50% on the total cost, so get your giftee a few of these cameras and give them the gift of true peace of mind.

Buy: The NOOK Cam $69.99

Amazon Echo Dot with Clock

No list of the best gadgets of 2021 would be complete without the Amazon Echo Dot, which has always made for an extraordinary stocking stuffer on the cheap. The updated smart speaker from Amazon features a built-in LED display to show the time and outdoor temperatures and auto-dims at night. It may not have the Zigbee hub or the audio quality of its larger counterpart, but it’s half the price, can carry out all of the other Alexa functions and has a LED clock that glows through the fabric cover.

Buy: Amazon Echo Dot with Clock $59.99

JBL Clip 4 Portable Waterproof Wireless Bluetooth Speaker

Looking to buy a gift for the music lover in your life? Well, if they’re anything like some of our music-loving colleagues, singing in the shower is a regular routine. To help them find their rhythm while sudsing up, gift them this well-priced waterproof speaker from JBL. Not only is the Clip 4 made to handle wet conditions thanks to its IP67 waterproof (and dustproof) rating, but it also has a clip that’s integrated into the speaker itself. So, regardless of your giftee’s shower setup, there will be a place to hang this lovely little speaker.

Buy: JBL Clip 4 $59.95 (orig. $79.95) 25% OFF

TCL 55″ 6-Series 4K UHD Roku TV (R635)

Whether you’re looking for a great deal on a TV that can be the entertainment workhorse of your living room, or you’re just looking for a second TV to have in your bedroom, this 55-inch beauty from TCL is a great choice. It has the company’s best video processor to date, plus it comes with THX Certified Game Mode to lower latency and increase picture quality when gaming. QLED technology and a refresh rate of 120 Hz means you’re getting vibrant, smooth on-screen action. Roku integration grants instant access to a massive selection of apps and services, along with voice navigation. It’s a great gift for anyone who’s just moved into a new apartment, home or wants to expand their viewing potential.

Buy: TCL 55-Inch 6-Series 4K UHD Roku TV $699.00 (orig. $799.00) 13% OFF

Ring Video Doorbell

If you know someone who has fallen victim to porch pirates, get them a Ring Video Doorbell, which doesn’t require wires, runs off a battery, can be controlled by Alexa and can store weeks of footage in the cloud for later viewing. While Ring has had past issues with privacy and security that should not be taken lightly, recent updates to their software suggest that they’re learning from their mistakes, and at $99, this is the best entry-level video doorbell you can buy.

 

Buy: Ring Video Doorbell $99.99

Apple Watch Series 7

While the cheaper Apple Watch SE is a solid choice for most people on your shopping list, the Apple Watch Series 7 has great features that could make it the better pick for the health-conscious people in your life. In addition, it has a bigger display that supports a QWERTY keyboard, making this the most practical Apple Watch ever created. Always-on Mode increases brightness by 70% to read messages and notifications more clearly in dark settings. You still get constant ECG monitoring, a great tool for people who want to monitor their heart health. The Series 7 can also charge up to 33% faster than its predecessor. Being able to use the watch as a remote for your AirPods 3 is cool as well.

Buy: Apple Watch Series 7 $389.99

PhoneSoap Pro

When we first featured this UV phone sanitizer on SPY, we said that it was the perfect gift for germaphobes. The Pro version remains a staff favorite for its dual functionality. It isn’t just a device that sanitizes smartphones, tablets, jewelry, face masks and other small objects in just a few minutes through UV light technology. You can also use it to charge other portable devices with a USB port. For obvious reasons, PhoneSoap is having a tough time keeping this device in stock, so if you find it available, don’t hesitate to place an order. It’s the perfect gift, but we also recommend owning one for yourself.

Buy: Phone Soap Pro $119.95

SteelSeries Arctis 7P

To get the best multiplayer experience on your next-gen console, you need a top-tier gaming headset. Our pick is the SteelSeries Arctis 7P. It works with just about every gaming machine via USB-C dongle and offers some of the best comfort and battery life in the category. More importantly, the audio performance is well balanced to enjoy crisp-sounding dialogue, effects, and video game scores.

Buy: SteelSeries Arctis 7P

Chromecast with Google TV

Google’s Chromecast media streamers have always been great because they let you wirelessly push content from most streaming apps on your phone to your TV, but sometimes you just want to sit back on a couch and surf through a list of TV shows with a remote. Google got the memo and are now offering up Chromecast with Google TV to make it easier to load up the shows you love. This little streamer still does everything that the old Chromecast used to, but now has the Google TV smart UI baked in, which provides a curated selection of TV shows and movies for you to peruse, and then watch in 4K Dolby Vision. It’s also still as affordable as ever, making this a great stocking stuffer for the Netflix fiend on your shopping list.

Buy: Chromecast with Google TV $49.99

Amazon Fire HD 10

If a tablet is just a thing you occasionally use to browse the web when you’re on the couch, control smart home devices or watch movies on a flight, it’s probably not worth spending upwards of $1000 on an iPad. And while the Amazon Fire HD 10 may not be as flashy or come with as much storage as the iPad Pro the 12-hour battery life is better than Apple’s top option. In addition, hands-free Alexa can make navigating through content and apps as simple as talking. It’s one of the best tablets for entertainment, especially when you consider its small price tag compared to other top-rated tablets. If you mostly want to access apps like Netflix, Spotify, Instagram, Kindle and Amazon Prime, then this affordable tablet is more than up for the job.

 

Buy: Amazon Fire HD 10

Fitbit Charge 5

Some people may find a smartwatch to be overkill, though they’re still interested in having some sort of a fitness tracker. For them, the Fitbit Charge 5 is the great gift choice. Sleek and minimal, this wearable comes with built-in GPS to see your real-time pace and distance, while tracking steps, workouts, heart rate, sleep habits, stress, and more. But it’s still more than just a fitness tracker, as it’s able to relay notifications from your phone. It also comes preloaded with 20 exercise modes and SmartTrack automatic exercise recognition to pick up on your movements. There’s a reason why Will Smith has this strapped around his wrist.

Buy: Fitbit Charge 5 $129.95 (orig. $179.95) 28% OFF

Sony WH-1000XM4 Noise-Cancelling Headphones

Whether you’re working at home, the local coffee shop or in an office, there is no shortage of distractions that pull you away from tasks that require all of your mental energy. In those scenarios, you want a quality pair of noise-cancelling headphones, and there is no better pair than the Sony WH-1000XM4 headphones. In addition to noise-cancelling capabilities that are only rivaled by the likes of Bose, Sony’s premium cans also have sound quality that’s unrivaled among Bluetooth headphones, making this one of the essential tech products of 2021.

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Buy: Sony WH-1000XM4 Wireless Noise-Cancelling Headphones $248.00 (orig. $349.99) 29% OFF

Fellow Stagg Electric Gooseneck Kettle

Got a friend who loves their morning cup of tea or cup of joe? Then this stylish, sleek and high-performing kettle from Fellow is a no-brainer gift. It’s got a simple aesthetic as well as an intuitive design that works for making a cup of tea, pour-over coffee or other morning coffee alternative.  The gooseneck is stainless steel and designed to give you a powerful but precise pour every time. This kettle is built with a 1200-watt quick-heating element inside that makes boiling water a breeze, and an easy-to-read LCD screen indicates your set temperature and the real-time temperature of the liquid so you can track progress.

Buy: Fellow Stagg Electric Gooseneck Kettle $159.00

Logitech MX Anywhere 3 Wireless Mouse

Now that more of us are permanently working from home, there are probably more than a few people you know who could use a good mouse for their computer as they blow through spreadsheets and compile reports. The Logitech MX Anywhere 3 mouse is a great choice that is as comfortable to use as it is easy to stash in a bag giving people flexibility in how they work and where they work.

Buy: Logitech MX Anywhere 3 $71.29 (orig. $79.99) 11% OFF

Sonos Roam Speaker

This year, Sonos released a new wireless bluetooth speaker called the Roam, and it’s a hit. We have a full review of it up on the site, but long story short — if you’ve got an audio enthusiast on your list you should definitely consider it. It’s a portable, durable, waterproof speaker that boasts all the Bluetooth capability and all-day battery life as well. It’s designed to be drop resistant, IP7 waterproof, has up to 10 hours of play time on a single charge and it’s got precision-engineered acoustics for a larger-than-life sound packed into a small, portable package. It’s got Trueplay tuning that adapts the sound output to your surroundings, and it’s got a lightweight ergonomic design that’s easy to handle.

Buy: Sonos Roam Speaker $169.00

Apple iPad Air (2020)

Apple hit a home run when it released the iPad Pro a couple of years ago, but that price tag was not for the faint of heart. Fast forward to 2021 and the new iPad Air has all of the features that made the iPad Pro so great — the slim-bezel design, Liquid Retina display and compatibility with the Magic Keyboard — but at a significantly lower price. And for the time being, it even has a more powerful CPU than the iPad Pro. Considering the only major iPad Pro features missing are Face ID and 120Hz smooth scrolling on the display, we think this is the iPad most people will want in 2021.

Buy: Apple iPad Air (2020) $569.99 (orig. $599.00) 5% OFF

Magic Keyboard

When you want a premium typing experience on an iPad Pro, the Magic Keyboard provides just that. With comfortable, soft and backlit keys, it’s essentially an affordable way to turn your iPad Pro into a MacBook Pro. And with a floating cantilever, you really can get the best viewing angles possible. It’s one of our favorite iPad accessories for a reason, and you may end up buying one for yourself, too.

Buy: Magic Keyboard

Apple Pencil (2nd Generation)

For some, an iPad is just a big phone. You download apps, maybe read or watch movies, but otherwise just endlessly consume media. However, there are those who pick up an iPad for creating, and for those people, there is no better gift than an Apple Pencil. Like the iPad itself, the Apple Pencil is far from cheap. At nearly $130, this instrument of creation is just expensive enough for the starving artist in your life to resist buying it themselves. While there are some solid Apple Pencil alternatives, none really work as well as the original.

Buy: Apple Pencil (2nd Generation) $99.00 (orig. $129.00) 23% OFF

Philips SmartSleep Wake-Up Light

We all know one. Some people cannot get up and out of bed in the mornings. And if your friend or loved one has tried every conceivable alarm clock on the market, gift them this SmartSleep Wake-Up Light from Philips. What makes this thing great is that it slowly grows brighter and brighter to help them wake up, as opposed to ripping them from deep sleep with a jarring noise. The clock comes with an FM Radio as well as five natural alarm sounds, so your giftee can customize their wake-up to their heart’s content.

Buy: Philips SmartSleep Wake-Up Light $99.95

Westinghouse Portable Air Purifier

If you’re looking to get something nice for your mom and dad (or perhaps the in-laws?) air purifier by Westinghouse. Aside from looking fantastic (this thing looks like a Bang & Olufsen wireless speaker) just about anywhere in the house, it has as leather strap built into the design to easily transport anywhere. Its medical-grade technology and three-stage purification system breaks down all gaseous pollutants (e.g., bacteria, dust, pet dander, viruses) to provide cleaner and healthier air intake.

Buy: Westinghouse Portable Air Purifier $129.99 (orig. $149.99) 13% OFF

Apple iPhone 13 Series

Can you believe we’ve made it to thirteen generations of the iPhone? While the improvements brought to every new version have been marginal, they are effective enough to warrant the upgrade. All four versions of the iPhone 13 deliver a fantastic user experience, spearheaded by the powerful A15 Bionic chip and iOS 15. Battery life is longer than the iPhone 12 lineup. If you’re really in the giving mood and the budget allows, the more expensive 13 Pro and 13 Pro Max treat you to a third rear camera with 3x optical zoom and ProMotion screen for smoother scrolling. As always, Apple continues to put out the most wanted smartphones of the holidays.

 

Buy: Apple iPhone 13 Max $1,099.00

Buy: Apple iPhone 13 Pro $999.00

Buy: Apple iPhone 13 $829.00

Buy: Apple iPhone 13 Mini $729.00

8Bitdo SN30 Pro

If there’s a Switch gamer in your life who is obsessed with retro games or 2D indie games, the 8BitDo SN30 Pro is a controller that will instantly bring them joy. Unlike most controllers, the D-pad occupies the prime real estate on the left side of the controller, which you want to use for extra precision while playing a masocore platformer, such as Celeste. But while this may look like a controller from the mid-90s, nothing is sacrificed here: you still get a pair of clickable analog sticks, motion sensors, rumble feedback and a screenshot button. Plus it can also work with Mac, PC, iOS or Android, so this thing is much more than a one-trick nostalgia trinket.

Buy: 8Bitdo SN30 Pro $44.99

Victrola Revolution GO Portable Record Player

SPY is a huge fan of Victrola’s latest Bluetooth record player, which sports a clean, contemporary design, custom-tuned speakers, and an Audio Technica cartridge for enhanced audio quality. More importantly, we love the Revolution Go’s versatility. If you want to stream music from your phone to the integrated speakers, you can do that. If you want to play your records through other external Bluetooth speakers, that’s also an option. And if you want to sling it around with you and play vinyl on the go for up to 12 hours, the choice is yours. For friends, siblings or parents who love their old record collection, this affordable record player is the perfect tech gift.

Buy: Victrola Revolution GO Portable Record Player $99.00

Anker Nebula Solar Portable Projector

Help your cinephile friend recreate the magic of the movie theater in their home with the Anker Mars II Pro portable projector. This stout little cube can project a 1080p-resolution image at sizes up to 120 inches and is rated for 400 ANSI Lumens of brightness. But the best part is that it has dual 3-watt integrated speakers (that can double as a Bluetooth speaker) and can also connect to services such as Netflix or YouTube without the need of a dongle. While a dark environment will go along way towards getting the best out of this projector, it still provides plenty of flexibility when and where you use it thanks to its compact size and built-in handle.

Buy: Anker Nebula Solar $599.99

Samsung Galaxy Watch 4

You know at least one person who is anti-iPhone and owns an Android smartphone. It’s also likely that the smartphone they own is a Samsung Galaxy model. Well, if they’re seeking a fun accessory to complement their Galaxy experience, surprise them with Samsung’s latest smartwatch. The Galaxy Watch 4 has a clean design with swappable bands to accessorize one’s outfit, along with smart software that performs fast and a new health sensor for accurate body composition analysis. Something else that’s cool about this device is that you can control playback on the Galaxy Buds 2 directly from your wrist. Knowing how often Samsung discounts its products, it’s worth bookmarking this page to see if you can snag the Galaxy Watch 4 cheaper come Black Friday.

Buy: Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 $199.99 (orig. $249.99) 20% OFF

Beats Fit Pro

If you love the AirPods Pro, but want something sportier, the Beats Fit Pro is your dream come true. These buds come with affixed eartips that enhance in-ear stability when exercising, while delivering grade-A active noise cancellation and solid battery life. They boast many of Apple’s high-end features, including Adaptive EQ that automatically adjusts frequencies for more precise sound and Spatial Audio to enjoy select Apple Music songs and Dolby Atmos-supported content in 3D. This type of performance for $50 less than Apple’s flagship buds is a steal.

Buy: Beats Fit Pro $199.99

Google Nest Hub

Once upon a time, digital photo frames were a punchline for tech blogs. But in recent years, Google and Amazon have taken those displays and made them touch-friendly, and then added web browsers, streaming apps, voice assistants, cameras for video conferencing, speakers and…voila…we’ve ended up with smart displays and they completely and utterly rule. The 8-inch Google Nest Hub is the best of the bunch, finding the sweet spot between performance, size and price. Gift one of these to the aspiring chef and watch it change their dinner-making and food shopping routines forever.

Buy: Google Nest Hub $99.99

Amazon Echo Smart Speaker

If you know someone with an Alexa-controlled smart home, the new Echo is a must-buy accessory. The latest iteration of Amazon’s flagship smart speaker has an integrated Zigbee hub, so adding accessories such as Philips Hue lighting or Leviton smart plugs can all connect to Alexa without the need for an additional hub or bridge. Amazon also overhauled the audio components in this speaker, promising noticeably improved audio over previous versions. Plus we’re loving the new orb-shaped design, which will still look modern in 2030.

Buy: Amazon Echo $59.99 (orig. $99.99) 40% OFF

Google Nest Mini

When it comes to smart homes powered by Google Assistant, the Nest Mini is one of the cheapest and easiest speakers for managing a house full of connected devices. Even if someone on your shopping list already has a Nest Mini, chances are there’s a room or two where they don’t have access to a voice assistant, and the more places you can command Google Assistant to do your bidding, the smarter your home becomes.

Buy: Google Nest Mini $34.99

August Wi-Fi Smart Lock

If you want to drag your friends and family into the 21st century, smart home gear is a great way to do that, and the August Wi-Fi smart lock is one of the most convenient starting points. This connected device fits over an existing deadbolt and allows you to lock and unlock your door with your phone, or with a Google/Alexa/Siri voice-enabled speaker. You can even control the door when you’re not home, set a schedule for it to activate, or get notifications when someone is coming or going.

Buy: August Wi-Fi Smart Lock $169.99 (orig. $229.99) 26% OFF

Ninja DZ401 Foodi 6-in-1 XL 2-Basket Air Fryer

Air fryers are more popular than ever and continue to make excellent cooking gifts. Our pick is Ninja’s latest Foodi model. This dual-basket air fryer independently cooks meals and has intelligible features like Smart Finish Technology that makes sure what’s heating in each basket is ready to enjoy at the same time. It also comes with six versatile cooking programs to enjoy food in different ways: Air Fry, Air Broil, Roast, Bake, Reheat, and Dehydrate. Basically, it can whip up everything from wings to fish to homemade jerky to baked goods.

Buy: Ninja DZ401 Foodi Air Fryer $199.99 (orig. $219.99) 9% OFF

Anker 622 Magnetic Battery Wireless Portable Charger

We’ve officially entered the MagSafe era of mobile charging, as Apple’s proprietary charging system has mobile accessory manufacturers rushing out products to accommodate the iPhone 13 launch. For the fortunate ones who have scored any one of Apple’s four new smartphones, they’ll want to have a dual-functioning wireless portable charger by their side. Anker cleverly designed the 622 Magnetic Battery to double as a kickstand, letting you charge the iPhone vertically or horizontally for easy viewing. The product also works to charge other USB-C-enabled devices up to 17 hours. This is a great stocking stuffer for a tech lover or practical gift for a coworker, as everyone’s got devices that need charging on-the-go.

Buy: Anker 622 Magnetic Battery Wireless Portable Charger $59.99

Twelve South PowerPic Mod Wireless Charger

Twelve South earned their popularity by creating awesome Bluetooth transmitters for wireless headphones; the AirFly Pro has been clutch when flying with AirPods. The company has transitioned into a more well-rounded accessory maker and has one of the coolest wireless chargers: the PowerPic Mod. Laying it on the stand will charge your smartphone, cable-free, as well as your wireless earbuds. The real kicker is that you can customize it with any 4×6 photo or custom graphic, having it double as a sleek photo frame. It’s a highly functional and gorgeous gift that won’t bleed your wallet dry.

Buy: Twelve South PowerPic Mod Wireless Charger $58.78

Razer Barracuda X Gaming Headset

Your baby bro might already have the new PlayStation 5, but does he have all of the best next-gen console accessories. The least you can do is get him a decent gaming headset to make his Fortnite Friday nights special. Our recommendation: the Razer Barracuda X. This multi-platform wireless headset guarantees premium performance at a reasonable cost. It feels extremely comfortable, delivers great sound, and comes with a sharp-sounding microphone to communicate to players clearly during team deathmatches.

Buy: Razer Barracuda X $69.99 (orig. $99.99) 30% OFF

Ultimate Ears Hyperboom

Ultimate Ears already makes some of the best portable speakers, but just when we thought it couldn’t go any bigger (or louder), along came the Hyperboom. This sonic beast is powered by 4.5-inch woofers, a pair of 1-inch tweeters, and two passive radiators that unleash ground-rattling audio; the bass response outperforms most home entertainment systems. It has some cool features as well, like one-touch controls, two Bluetooth connections, and an adaptive EQ that automatically adjusts the sound to the environment. Despite its larger form, the Hyperboom was designed as a modern boombox that can be easily transported via a durable strap, making it the ideal sound system for pool parties and rooftop gatherings. Having 24 hours of battery life ensures the party never stops.

Buy: Ultimate Ears Hyperboom $399.99

Ring Stick Up Cam

This more flexible version of the popular security camera provides peace of mind for homeowners who value privacy. Users have the luxury of answering and monitoring the front door, or any area of their property for that matter, directly on their smartphone and can communicate with visitors via two-way talk. There is even an Infrared Night Vision mode to spot intruders and unwanted guests. It’s a smart home gift that your dad or husband won’t see coming.

Buy: Ring Stick Up Cam $99.99

Oral-B iO Series 6 Electric Toothbrush

When it comes to that fresh from the dentist feel, nothing beats an electric toothbrush. And when it comes to electric toothbrushes, Oral-B’s newest release will have you smiling brighter than a celebrity at a Marvel red carpet premiere. This toothbrush uses gentle micro-vibrations to scrub your teeth clean and has AI recognition to help guide you efficiently through the brushing process. Another reason we favor the Series 6 is because replacement brush heads are cheap and easy to find, meaning you won’t be stuck paying exorbitant fees to use this for years to come.

Buy: Oral-B iO Series 6 Electric Toothbrush $99.94 (orig. $132.76) 25% OFF

Apple AirTags

How often does your partner’s iPhone or AirPods Pro go “missing?” Don’t answer that. Instead, surprise them with a handful of Apple’s Bluetooth trackers, which make finding lost Apple products easy through the FindMy network. Setting them up is a breeze, the Precision Finding feature works accurately, and security is top notch with each AirTag encrypted to protect your privacy. You may draw a quizzical stare once they open the gift, but they’ll be thankful weeks down the line when that accompanying iPhone 13 you got them on Cyber Monday winds up being “misplaced.”

Buy: Apple AirTag $29.00

Buy: Apple AirTag (4-Pack) $97.62

Backbone One

We all have that friend who manages to sneak in a round of Fortnite or Call of Duty, even when they’re away from the house and on the phone. They will love you forever if you give them the Backbone One as a gift, especially knowing they can play next-gen version directly on their smartphone via Xbox Game Pass Ultimate or PlayStation Remote Play. The console-grade controls give them improved precision and allowing them to own the competition.

Buy: Backbone One $99.99

Roku Streaming Stick 4K and 4K Plus

If your parents still can’t figure out how to enjoy 4K content, make life easier for them by installing the Roku Streaming Stick 4K or 4K Plus into their UHD TV. The setup is effortless, and Roku’s user-friendly interface is simple to navigate. Features like intuitive universal search will inform them of what movies and shows they can stream in 4K, Dolby Vision, and HDR10+ picture. The 4K Plus offers more value with a rechargeable remote and aux jack to plug headphones in for private listening. And if you’re torn between purchasing one of these or an Amazon Fire Stick, Roku’s models are on sale across all major online retailers, narrowing down the decision to preference.

Buy: Roku Streaming Stick 4K (2021 Version) $29.00 (orig. $49.99) 42% OFF
Buy: Roku Streaming Stick 4K Plus $69.99

Philips Hue Bluetooth Bulbs

Some of the people on your shopping list might already have a few Philips smart bulbs installed on their light fixtures. But they may not yet know about the new Bluetooth-enabled version. The latest and greatest Philips Hue bulb lets you automate smart home lighting from a smartphone, so you won’t have to rely on the wired Hub Bridge. Staying within wireless range allows you to control the same tasks as the previous model, such as change color and lighting effects, set timers and enable other commands using Alexa or Google Assistant.

Buy: Philips Hue Bluetooth Bulbs $79.99

Theragun Prime Massage Gun

If you’ve got a fitness-obsessed friend who needs some elite help with recovery, then Therabody is where you’ll find their gift. They make, hands down, the best massage guns on the market. They are, however, a little pricey. Since most of us don’t have the funds to keep a Swedish masseuse on retainer, the Theragun Prime fills that much-needed void for post-workout recovery without seriously breaking the bank. Some of Therabody’s best guns will set you back upwards of $600, whereas the Prime is $300. Still an elite gift, but not crazy, and definitely worth it. It comes with an ergonomic multi-grip and a QuietForce motor for the percussive therapy you’re looking for without a lot of extra noise. It’s got 120 minutes of battery life on a single charge and comes with four different, interchangeable massage gun heads.

Buy: Theragun Prime Massage Gun $299.00

Air Audio Pull-Apart Wireless Speakers

Sonos was onto something when they introduced the concept of wireless multi-room sound many years back. The Air Audio takes it to the next level, allowing you to pull apart all five speakers and place them around the entire house to achieve full surround sound. You can leave one in each room and have music play from the same audio source or bring them together to form one powerful soundbar. The sleek and rugged exterior is attractive and comes IPX4 water-resistant, in case you ever decide to take a speaker into the shower.

Buy: Air Audio Pull-Apart Wireless Speakers $200.18 (orig. $249.99) 20% OFF

FitBark 2 Dog Activity Monitor

What a world we’re living in when our pets have their own wearables. The FitBark 2 Dog Activity Monitor is basically a Fitbit for dogs, built to monitor everything from the distances they’ve walked to the quality of their sleep. The battery lasts up to six months and can sync with your wearable fitness tracker device to give you the health information you need to detect signs of disease or underlying health issues in your pup. It’s a small, plastic device you can easily attach to their collar and it syncs with a smartphone app so you’ve always got up-to-date information at your fingertips.

Buy: FitBark 2 Dog Activity Monitor $67.83

Poly Studio P5 Webcam

There’s still a huge number of people who don’t feel safe jumping on a flight to come home for the holidays. We totally respect that. A webcam can soften the blow of not being around family by allowing you to show face on Christmas day, remotely. The Poly Studio P5 is a strong option that produces great picture quality, even greater sound, and has a USB port to connect a headset, should you have one lying around for professional Zoom calls. Furthermore, the price point is just right at under $100. Mom and Dad will love seeing their child’s smile in 1080p resolution.

Buy: Poly Studio P5 Webcam $85.99 (orig. $101.19) 15% OFF

Oakywood Headphone Wireless Charging Stand

The Raptic Rise Headphones Charging Stand is exactly what it sounds like. It’s an accessory that docks and displays your headphones when not in use and has a built-in wireless charger at the bottom to juice up your smartphone, wireless earbuds, or any other Qi-enabled devices. Build quality is great, and it looks just as good in person as it does in marketing ads.

Buy: Oakywood Headphone Wireless Charging Stand $99.00

Wyze Cam Smart Home Camera

A $25 indoor security camera with 1080p HD resolution, smart features, cloud storage, digital assistant support and night vision almost sounds too good to be true. Brace yourself, because it’s a reality, and one that you can generously gift to several others who value home privacy. It even has a person-detection feature to inform homeowners when guests arrive, along with a smoke and carbon monoxide detection feature. And, if you really want to, you can repurpose this as a webcam if you want to step up your Zoom game. Now that’s advanced functionality for a cube-sized camera.

Buy: Wyze Cam Smart Home Camera $59.98

Sportneer Massage Gun

This Sportneer massage gun is one of our favorite massage guns, especially in the budget category. It’s just under $100 and includes a lot of the functionality you want out of a top-notch gun into that affordable price. It’s made with noise-reduction technology so it only reaches between 35-45 decibels while it’s running and it’s got at least six hours of battery life on every full charge. The high-torque brushless motor comes with five speed levels between 1200-3200 RPM, very solid for a budget gun and all that the average massage gun user needs on a weekly basis. It also comes with six different massage gun heads for targeting different areas of the body, and it’s lightweight and portable. If Therabody’s guns aren’t within your budget this is an excellent alternative for anyone on your list.

Buy: Sportneer Massage Gun $99.99

Apple HomePod Mini

The original HomePod was a hard sell, even for Apple fanboys. It never took off, but that hasn’t stopped Apple from expanding their wireless speaker lineup, which we’re glad they did because HomePod Mini is something that every iPhone owner should pick up. Affordability aside, it sounds really good for its size and Siri operates flawlessly. It also blends nicely with bedroom and living room décor.

Buy: Apple HomePod Mini $99.00

Meater Smart Food Thermometer

A good food thermometer is a must-have when it comes to searing the perfect steak (or not poisoning your dinner party guests), but if you’re shopping for someone whose kitchen skills still have some room for improvement, give them the Meater. You can stick this connected food thermometer in whatever you’re cooking and leave it in there for the duration. Meater will walk you through every step of the cooking process, and when the food reaches the desired temperature that you set in the accompanying app, you will receive a notification that its time to pull your culinary masterpiece from the heat.

Buy: Meater Smart Food Thermometer $69.95

GoPro Hero 10 Black

Another year, another GoPro release on our list of the best tech gifts. This time around, the action-camera maker developed a new engine for the Hero 10 Black that pushes frame rates higher and faster than before. The lens is now made up of hydrophobic, water-shedding glass that has stronger scratch resistance and captures footage with reduced ghosting. Improved in-camera software and a sleek design with both a front display and rear touch screen makes usability more streamlined than ever before. If you have an adventurous friend or family member, this is the gift they want.

Buy: GoPro Hero 10 Black $449.99 (orig. $499.99) 10% OFF

Eero Mesh Smart Router

The average consumer cares little about the technical side of WiFi. They just want something that’s simple to set up and guarantees the fastest results. Well, this revised version of the highly popular Eero Mesh router simplifies your relationship with your home network through smarter wireless management and voice commands. For instance, you can ask Alexa to pause WiFi on all smartphones and route that power towards your smart TV to establish a stronger streaming connection. Excellent. Tech illiterates worried about the setup process can also breathe easy knowing it takes 10 minutes (or less) to get up and running. Its most rewarding feature: that price tag. A set of three should guarantee zero dropouts during Fortnite sessions.

Buy: Eero Mesh Smart Router $79.00

Canon EOS M50

Whether you’re shopping for someone who has taken up photography as a hobby, wants to get into vlogging or live-streaming, or just wants to up their Instagram game, the Canon EOS M50 camera is an excellent starter camera and great tech gift. Thanks to its 24-megapixel sensor, interchangeable lenses, ability to shoot 4K video, face and eye-tracking, as well as the ability to function as a high-resolution webcam, this is a camera built to excel in a variety of scenarios. And because of its relatively compact size, it’s easy to carry around or use one-handed. But the best part is that for all the features you get, this is a very affordable camera, providing more bang for the buck than most similar cameras.

Buy: Canon EOS M50 Mirrorless Camera $649.99

Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio

Not everyone is an Apple person. For the Microsoft lover seeking out their own premium MacBook alternative, feast your eyes on the Surface Laptop Studio. It shares many similarities to its macOS counterpart, from the keyboard and trackpad layout to the port selection, but it’s a more versatile machine. The bright and flexible screen can position at different angles to easy draw on it. Build quality is superb, highlighted by an all-aluminum design. A dedicated graphics card keeps visuals looking sharp, something artists will appreciate most. The four-speaker system with subwoofers pump out dynamic sound as well.

Buy: Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio $1,498.98

Buy: JLab Talk Go USB Microphone $43.99 (orig. $49.00) 10% OFF

Xbox Series X

The shortage of next-gen consoles has shoppers scrambling. We’re not going to tell you which is the better buy between Microsoft and Sony’s machines because each one is spectacular in their ways. What we can do is recommend the one that is likely to be most available come Black Friday: the Xbox Series X. This gaming tower comes the closest to replicating the performance of a high-powered PC gaming rig, delivering smooth 4K/60fps gameplay. Dolby Vision and Atmos support bring an immersive feel to video games that you’ve never experienced on any console. There’s also backwards compatibility to hundreds of games.

Buy: XBox Series X

Wahl Manscaper Body Groomer

All that body fur is keeping you warm for the winter, but once summertime hits, you’re going to itch at the opportunity to shave it all off. To manscape properly without ending up in the emergency room, invest in a versatile body trimmer. The Wahl Manscaper Body Groomer works for both wet and dry trim jobs, has 20 adjustable cutting lengths, and a wrap-around safety trimming guard to protect skin from nicks and cuts. It’s portable enough to toss in your dopp kit, should you be so inclined to travel with it, and a full battery gets you 100 minutes of use.

Buy: Wahl Manscaper Body Groomer $59.99

Fujifilm Instax Mini 11

Buy: Fujifilm Instax Mini 11 Instant Camera $74.00

Marshall Emberton Portable Bluetooth Speaker

Portable speakers make awesome Christmas gifts. If you’re torn over which model to get Dad, consider one that will speak to his era. The Marshall Emberton is a nostalgically handsome speaker that packs powerful audio into a tiny design inspired by the brand’s old school amps. We doubt that it’ll inspire him to grab an electric guitar and jam out in the garage with AC/DC blasting in the background. But for the moments where he just wants to relive classic music in the present, the Emberton will oblige by feeding his ears deep bass and crisp vocals.

Buy: Marshall Emberton Bluetooth Portable Speaker $129.99 (orig. $149.99) 13% OFF