20 idiot-proof gifts under $200 for everyone on your Christmas list
Finding the perfect gift for everyone on your list while staying on budget is a real challenge. That's why we've done the work for you. We've found thoughtful gifts that will wow your friends and family this holiday season -- we're talking everything from tech to travel essentials. No matter their age, gender, or interests, you'll find something on this list for everyone. Our picks are all top-rated, and all under $200.
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The best gifts under $200
We've found gifts for everyone from the music-obsessed teen to the cooking enthusiast and more. These gifts are reviewer- and staff-loved, so you can feel confident giving them to your friends and family.
Keep reading to shop the best gifts under $200 in 2023.
For the incurable gardener: Uncommon Goods Flower Garden in a Box
This Uncommon Goods Flower Garden in a Box gift set will delight gardening enthusiasts, or newbs looking to get into gardening. And it doesn't matter where your recipient lives. It includes seeds for 36 flowers that can grow anywhere in the country. Plus, it includes some fun unique shades like plum-colored sunflowers that may surprise even the greenest of thumbs.
"My dad loves planting flowers all around the yard and is always looking for something new that he hasn't planted before," said one reviewer who gifted the item. "He loved this gift and said he's never seen these varieties before. He's excited to start planting!"
Why they'll love the Uncommon Goods Flower Garden in a Box set:
- It includes shade and flower varieties not found at standard big-box gardening stores.
- This gift works for recipients anywhere in the country, and no matter what their level of expertise.
- Each seed tube includes care instructions, making it beginner-friendly.
For the sneakerhead: Nike by You customized shoes
If you're looking for a gift for the sneakerhead in your life, gift them a shoe that you know they won't already have by using the Nike By You program to create a highly customized shoe.
This isn't just a basic color customization either. You are guided through 12 customization areas, from the logo on the tongue of the shoe, to each section of the shoe -- even the Nike Swoosh color. With so many customization points, you can create a truly unique shoe just for your friend or family member.
Prices vary by style and start at $130.
Why they'll love the Nike by You shoes:
- You can customize popular styles like Nike Dunks and Air Force 1s with their favorite colors, materials and designs to create their perfect sneaker.
- You're pretty much guaranteed to gift something that the recipient doesn't already have.
- The Nike by You shoes are made with durable and high-quality materials -- just like all of Nike's shoes.
For the pet-obsessed: Purr and Mutt Renaissance pet painting
If you're looking for a fun and unexpected gift for the pet parent in your life, gift them a custom Renaissance painting from Purr and Mutt. Turn your their pet into a duke, a queen, a knight, an admiral and more with Purr and Mutt's custom, vintage-style renaissance pet portraits.
It's a fairly easy process. You can look through the available designs and choose the one that you think will best capture their pet's personality. Then upload a photo and the Purr and Mutt team will create a custom portrait of you recipient's pet. You can choose from plenty of sizes and framing options.
Prices vary from $53 for a small, unframed photo to $132 for a large, framed portrait. We do recommend going a bit larger and opting for framing for gifting purposes, as it will make a stronger impression.
Why they'll love the Purr and Mutt:
- You can choose from more than a dozen style options.
- Several design styles can accommodate multiple pets.
- It's a unique gift that will surprise and delight pet owners.
For the loyal baseball fan: MLB game-used baseball bat bottle opener
If you have someone in your life who's obsessed with their favorite baseball team, consider gifting them this special souvenir. The bottle opener is made from real bats used in MLB games. There is a menu that allows you to select the recipient's favorite team to receive an opener crafted from a bat used by that very team.
It also comes with a story card indicating which game the bat was used in, and an engraving with a special hologram number that can be used to access more information on the bat.
Prices ranges from $135 to $175.
Why they'll love the MLB game-used baseball bat bottle open:
- No matter the team, there's an option for your recipient.
- The opener comes with an engraving indicating what team used the bat.
- It's a special gift for sports fan that want a unique piece from their favorite team.
- Each bottle opener is unique.
For the coffee hound: Atlas Coffee Club coffee world tour gift subscription
Real coffee lovers like to explore new tastes and terroirs.
An Atlas Coffee Club subscription is a great gift for coffee enthusiasts. Each month features a coffee from a different country. You can select whole beans, ground coffee, espresso, Keurig cups and more. There are also different roast options, so they can get a light, medium or dark roast to best suit their preferences.
Get a one-year coffee subscription for $189.
Why they'll love the Atlas Coffee Club coffee world tour subscription:
- Each coffee comes with a postcard from the coffee's country of origin with tasting notes and the origin story of the coffee.
- It's a fun way for the recipient to try all kinds of coffee while still getting their preferred bean style and strength.
- It's a gift that keeps on giving for an entire year.
For the gamer on the go: Backbone mobile gaming controller for iPhone
This Backbone mobile gaming controller can turn an iPhone into a gaming console for the optimal portable gaming experience. The recipient can play their favorite games from anywhere; the Backbone supports PlayStation Remote Play, Xbox Remote Play and the Steam Link mobile app.
Note that it comes in a Lightning port connection option for recipients with an iPhone 14 or earlier model and a USB-C connection model for those that have an iPhone 15. Be sure to purchase the right version depending on your intended recipient's current iPhone model.
Why they'll love the Backbone mobile gaming controller for iPhone:
- It's ultra-portable, making it easy to bring to work, school or travel.
- It offers a low-latency connection for smoother gameplay.
- It works with any iPhone.
For the wannabe spy: Potensic T25 drone
Sure, drones are a great photography tool. But they're also just fun to fly around, especially as a family. This one drone features a 2K camera with a wide-angle lens. The user can adjust the camera by up to 75 degrees mid-flight to capture just the right view. The 007-worthy carrying case adds a bit of espionage-inspired flair.
"The Potensic T25 Drone with 2K Camera is an excellent drone for anyone looking to capture high-quality aerial footage," wrote one verified purchaser on Amazon. "This drone is packed with features and offers exceptional value for money, making it a great choice for both hobbyists and professionals alike."
Why they'll love Potensic T25 drone:
- It's a beginner-friendly drone suitable for all ages.
- Reviewers rave about the camera quality on the drone.
- It has an automatic return home feature to help prevent it from getting lost.
For the audiophile who's ready for an upgrade: Apple AirPods Pro 2
Have a friend who always has earbuds in their ears? Give them a little earbud upgrade with the Apple AirPods Pro 2 earbuds. The AirPods support 3D spatial audio with dynamic head tracking. They also provide up to 30 hours with the included Lightning or USB-C charging case.
Apple AirPods are always a most-wanted gift during the holidays thanks to their crispy, clear sound quality and easy pairing with other Apple devices. Plus AirPods are perpetually trendy, so the teens in your life will also want a pair to show off at school.
Why they'll love the Apple AirPods Pro 2:
- They have an upgraded wireless chip with improved active noise cancellation for enhanced audio quality.
- Let's admit it: Everybody wants these. All the time.
- These earbuds offer clear and high-quality sound makes for immersive listening.
- They feature one-tap setup and intuitive controls for better convenience.
- Their unique custom sound feature allows iPhone's camera to analyze ear anatomy for personalized audio settings.
For the gym rat: Hyperice Hypervolt Go 2
Workouts are healthy. Achy muscles are the price you pay.
Unless...
The Hypervolt Go 2 boasts 40 watts of power, two head attachments and three speeds. Its main selling point is its extreme portability -- its lack of heft is meant to literally keep you on the go. This makes it the perfect gift for the fitness enthusiast in your life or even the student athlete. They can throw it in their gym bag and use it to recover after their workouts.
"I was gifted a full size Hypervolt which I use regularly for my legs after runs," writes a verified purchaser on Amazon. "When I travel and do runs away from home, I surely miss my massage gun.
"t charges quickly and is quiet. It will definitely be a good traveling companion for races that are away from home."
Why they'll love the Hyperice Hypervolt Go 2:
- It comes with two interchangeable massage heads and three speed settings, so they can adjust it to their desired speed and pressure.
- The portable massager is lightweight and easy to bring to the gym or on the go.
- It helps relieve muscle soreness and stiffness for better post-workout recovery.
Best gift for avid readers: Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition (ad-free)
Maybe you know someone who loves to read. Maybe that person also lives in a tiny space and can't store all the books they want. Or maybe they just want to enjoy their books in a way that won't weigh them down.
Consider gifting them a Kindle e-reader. We recommend the Kindle Paperwhite Signature edition; it provides a paper-like reading experience that's easy on the eyes and that many people prefer over other e-readers.
It also features a 6.8-inch display, adjustable warm light and up to 10 weeks of battery life. The Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition offers everything in the Kindle Paperwhite, plus wireless charging, an auto-adjusting front light and 32 GB of storage.
We recommend the ad-free version for gifting. It's only slightly more expensive, but it provides a cleaner look and makes a better impression. After all, you probably don't want to give someone the gift of ads.
Why they'll love the Kindle Paperwhite Signature edition:
- It provides the convenience of an e-reader with a flush-front design and glare-free display that reads like traditional paper.
- They will be able to easily access the Kindle library with thousands of popular books to purchase and download instantly.
- It's lightweight and portable, making it a great gift for friends or family members that like to read while traveling, on the train, or on their lunch break at work.
For the latte addict: Nespresso Vertuo Next espresso maker: $149 (29% off)
Do you know someone that can't go a day without heading to the coffee shop for their favorite latte? Consider gifting them a machine that will let them make it right from their own kitchen -- and save themselves a ton of money.
The Nespresso Vertuo Next allows you to brew single serve coffee or espresso at the touch of a button. The espresso maker can brew three cup sizes and offers an ultra-fast, 25-second heat-up time.
Even better: The company is always introducing new coffee flavors and seasonal favorites, like Pumpkin Spice Cake for the fall.
"I found myself spending close to $35 per week on coffee at Starbucks. Not anymore," one Amazon reviewer says. "The Nespresso machine generates a beautiful thick espresso by centrifugal force which gives the end result a nice layer of crema. Totally worth the money to get the milk frothed as well for a nice latte or cappuccino."
Why they'll love the Nespresso Vertuo Next espresso maker:
- The espresso machine is only 5.5 inches wide, making it a compact option that works even in small spaces.
- It offers six cup size options.
- They can discover new flavors and seasonal favorites throughout the year (hello, pumpkin spice).
- Comes with a 37-ounce water reservoir so you can make several cups without having to add more water.
For the jet-setter who already has the luggage: Away The Everywhere Bag
Know someone that is always jetting off to a new location? Get them this chic bag that works as the perfect, stylish personal item for air travel.
With a padded laptop pocket, detachable key clip, pockets sized for water bottles, other gadgets and accessories and a detachable padded strap, Away's The Everywhere Bag makes the perfect -- and ridiculously chic -- travel companion. Your loved one can slip it over the handle of a suitcase while wheeling it around the airport.
One Away reviewer says: "I love my Everywhere bag. I recently travelled with it on a domestic flight and it was so convenient to place the bag under the seat. The best part of the bag is the zippers that go down to the lower portion of the bag, which when opened gives easy access and visibility to all the contents."
Why they'll love the Away The Everywhere Bag:
- It offers ample storage for travel, work or the gym.
- It looks great.
- They already have the luggage. This is what's next.
- The bag comes with a trolley sleeve that can fit around your luggage handle for easy transport.
For the DIY crafter: Cricut Easypress 2
If you're looking for the perfect holiday gift for the DIY crafter in your life, you can't go wrong with the Cricut EasyPress 2. This heat-press machine eliminates the need for an iron and simplifies heat-transfer projects. Perfect for a creative recipient -- think crafters, art students or anyone who likes to personalize, well, everything -- this little dynamo of a machine has tons uses -- applying decals on T-shirts, tote bags, aprons, pillow cases and more.
Plus, the machine has crafters raving about its performance.
"The Cricut EasyPress 2 Heat Press Machine has quickly become an essential tool in my crafting arsenal," says one Amazon reviewer and crafting enthusiast. "This versatile heat press machine offers a seamless and efficient way to apply heat transfers, ensuring professional and long-lasting results. I couldn't be happier with the performance and quality of this incredible machine."
Why they'll love the Cricut EasyPress 2:
- It offers precise temperature control up to 400 degrees.
- The press heats up in under 2 minutes, so they'll be able to get crafting quickly.
- It offers an auto-off safety feature.
For the family member who cannot get enough photos of the kids: Aura Carver digital photo frame
This sleek, freestanding smart picture frame displays photos sent from an iPhone, Android and other smart devices. It comes equipped with an ambient-light sensor that automatically adjusts display brightness and dynamic orientation; that means recipients can switch the frame from portrait to landscape mode. It also offers wireless connectivity to make uploading photos easier.
You can load the frame up with your favorite photos of you and your partner for a romantic gift. Or load it up with pictures of the kids as a gift for the grandparent who is always asking for more family photos. Got new photos to share? You can upload those too -- and surprise the grandparents with fresh images.
Why they'll love the Aura Carver digital photo frame:
- You can upload photos they'll love to make it a more personalized gift.
- It's easy to set up with the compatible app. Even less tech-savvy recipients will be able to figure it out.
- You can invite friends and family from all over the world to contribute photos for a collaborative gift.
For the person who loves to cook: Our Place Always Pan 2.0
The Our Place Always Pan is popular with cooking enthusiasts and kitchen-decor lovers, thanks to its gorgeous design and versatility. Built to do the work of 10 cookware pieces, the Always Pan 2.0 can braise, sear, steam, strain, sauté, fry, bake, boil, serve and store. And it will look great in your kitchen while doing it. The pan includes Thermakind, Our Place's advanced, long-lasting ceramic nonstick coating to make cooking and cleanup a breeze.
"I'm obsessed with this pan!" says one reviewer. "It has so much versatility in what I can cook! It is not as heavy as I would have thought but that does not mean it's not extremely durable!"
This gorgeous pan is available in eight color variations, so you're sure to find a colorway that the recipient will love.
Why they'll love the Our Place Always Pan:
- It's versatile enough to handle several different cooking functions and just about any dish the recipient would want to make.
- it comes in a range of colors that can upgrade any kitchen.
- It's oven-safe, so even bakers can enjoy the pan.
- The Our Place Always Pan is the perfect gift for the person that loves to cook but hates the cleanup. Its nonstick coating makes cleaning a breeze.
- It comes with a steamer basket and beechwood spatula.
For the sleepyhead in need of a bedding upgrade: Buffy Cloud comforter
Buffy is a sustainable bedding brand known for its cloud-like, cooling bedding. One of the most popular Buffy products is the Cloud comforter. It's a fluffy, hypoallergenic comforter that offers an airy feel. It's also an eco-friendly option -- the comforter is made with ultra-soft materials spun from recycled plastics.
"This comforter was exactly what I expected and exactly what I wanted. Like a fluffy, warm cloud. We bought two more," a reviewer on Buffy's website says.
If you know someone who is still using an old, run down comforter or someone who rarely splurges on themselves, give them the bedding upgrade that they deserve so they can sleep in cloud-like comfort.
Prices currently range from $100 to $180 depending on size.
Why we like the Buffy Cloud comforter:
- The machine-washable comforter is fluffy but breathable, making it appropriate for all seasons.
- It's an eco-friendly purchase that upcycles approximately 50 plastic bottles.
- Comes with free shipping.
For the friend who loses everything: Apple AirTags (4-pack)
Do you know someone who is constantly misplacing their keys or wallet? They need AirTags. It may not seem like the most exciting gift on the list, but it's one that the recipient will definitely thank you for.
These tiny trackers send out a Bluetooth signal that can be anonymously detected by nearby devices. Even if your own phone isn't handy, you (and only you) can locate these trackers on an Apple "Find My" map. If your iPhone is handy, it can lead you straight to the tagged item via the phone's "Precision Finding" feature (found on the Apple iPhone 11 and newer models). Apple AirTags are water-resistant and designed to last for up to one year on a standard, replaceable battery.
Why they'll love Apple AirTags:
- They seamlessly integrate with Apple's Find My network for precise tracking.
- The battery lasts up to a year and is replaceable.
- The Precision Finding feature utilizes the U1 chip for pinpoint accuracy.
For the child ready for a first tablet: Amazon Fire HD 8 Kids
If your child wants a tablet for the holidays, the Fire HD 8 Kids is built for kids ages 3-7. The tablet comes in a durable kid-proof case and has a two-year warranty. It also includes a one-year subscription to Amazon Kids+, which includes thousands ad-free books, games, videos and apps suitable for children. The tablet includes parental controls to limit screen time and set content restrictions.
The tablet is offered in 32GB or 64GB storage options with a blue or purple kid-proof case. It's one of our top picks for the best tablets for kids.
Why they'll love the Amazon Fire HD 8 Kids tablet:
- Kids can access tons of age-appropriate, fun and educational content like books, games and shows for long-lasting entertainment.
- Parents will love its sturdy design and easy parental control features.
For the restless yogi: Alo Moves membership
Alo Moves is a fitness subscription that provides access to yoga classes, Pilates, barre and more. The subscription also includes meditation and mindfulness videos. It's a great gift option for the yogi, pilates enthusiast or wellness-focused person in your live.
Alo Moves classes range from 10 to 90 minutes and are taught by more than 70 instructors. You can access Alo Moves classes from your smartphone, laptop, Apple TV and more. You can even send a gift card to let your friend or family member subscribe to Alo Moves. A 6-month subscription gift card is $78, while an annual subscription gift card is $130.
Why they'll love Alo Moves:
- They will gain access to a wide range of classes that can be done right from their home, offering a convenient option for days that they can't make it to a in-studio yoga class.
- Users can decide whether or not they want background music played during classes and can even choose their own if desired.
When you're not sure what to gift: Big Blanket Co. Original Stretch blanket
Perhaps you don't know someone well, or you're looking for a gift that will wow the person who has everything. In this case, we recommend the Big Blanket Co. Original Stretch blanket. Everyone likes a cozy blanket; even the person who has everything could always use another one. Plus you'll be saving them from restless nights of fighting over the covers with their spouse (or dog).
"These blankets are perfect," a reviewer says. "The material is heavier and denser than most blankets, almost giving a weighted blanket feel but still being able to breathe. Not to mention they are sooooo so soft.
"The best part is if you want more weight, more warmth, more squish, there is plenty of blanket to double it up."
Why they'll love the Big Blanket Co. Original Stretch blanket:
- This blanket is made with temperature-regulating material.
- This blanket is moisture-wicking and features four-way stretch.
- Choose from 18 colors.
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