Even though it seems too good to be true, there's no longer a need to break the bank when treating someone to a great tech product. Today, there are countless high-quality, yet inexpensive tech gifts that cost just $50 or less — including highly rated products from industry giants.
To help you find the perfect cheap tech gift for your special someone, we're constantly reviewing the latest gadgets and accessories, and only chose the best for this guide. The affordable tech products we've selected range from workout-ready true wireless earbuds and big-name Bluetooth headphones to a gaming headset from an iconic audio brand and a phone case that’s kind to the oceans. We've even included a timelessly cool digital watch from a legendary maker.
Check out these thoroughly researched and tested cheap tech gifts at impulse-buy price points. Regardless of the occasion and the person you're shopping for, we can all but guarantee that there’s a product that will impress them.
This insanely affordable mini drone by Holy Stone is a great gift option for beginners. It has a clever design with protection shells around its rotors, obstacle-avoiding tech, the ability to fly in any direction, and around 20 minutes of flight time per charge. It comes bundled with a controller and a trio of batteries.
Gadget tinkerers will instantly fall for this essential electronics toolkit by iFixit. Designed by industry experts with many years of experience in tearing down and fixing tech products, it includes precision screwdrivers and tweezers, as well as an opening tool, among many other bits.
All tools are neatly organized in a carrying case with a magnetic lid. The toolkit is backed by a lifetime warranty from iFixit.
The S1 Stealth wallet by Dango Products is an impressive gift option with a minimalist design and a durable DTEX build with a water-resistant finish.
The slim accessory has space for up to six cards and some cash, as well as a tiny and convenient pocket for a key or memory card. Thanks to its RFID-blocking tech, the S1 will also protect users from credit card and identity theft.
The all-new Apple AirTag tracker is a useful cheap tech gift, and will help the recipient keep track of keys, bags, or any other item its attached to. It has a water-resistant design, a replaceable battery that can last over a year, and a rich selection of cool accessories for protecting and personalizing it.
The Bellroy standing pouch is great gift that will neatly store and organize the recipient’s charging cables, wireless earbuds, and battery packs, as well as other small gadgets and daily essentials. It has an expandable interior with plenty of pockets and compartments, a zipper closure, and a neat carry loop.
Bellroy has crafted the standing pouch from sustainably sourced fabric. You can order the product in several colors, with or without genuine leather accents.
Anker's Soundcore Life P2 mini true wireless earbuds belie their price tag, making for an excellent tech gift for any occasion. They have a cool design with an exercise-friendly IPX5 rating for water resistance, good sound, and a comfy fit.
To make things even better, the earbuds have futureproof Bluetooth 5.2 and up to 8 hours of battery life (32 with the storage case). You can order the P2 mini in black, white, green, navy, and pink.
The sleek and compact Nimble Champ Lite battery pack is incredibly giftworthy, since it can fully charge most smartphones with power to spare. It has a full USB port, and an even faster USB-C output.
Even more impressively, the gadget’s housing (available in black, blue, and stone) is made from recycled plastic. Nimble backs the product with a 2-year warranty.
The JBL Go 3 Bluetooth Speaker is a wonderful gift for anyone who likes to enjoy tunes on the go. Despite its tiny size, the fully waterproof gadget is capable of delivering powerful and entertaining sound.
It has a stylish and durable fabric exterior, up to 5 hours of battery life, and a convenient carry loop.
The reasonably priced PhoneSoap Basic UV sanitizer is a thoughtful tech gift, especially considering the times we live in. The product’s powerful UV-C bulbs can eliminate bacteria and germs from the recipient’s gadgets and other everyday items almost completely in about 10 minutes.
You can order the PhoneSoap Basic in black or white. It comes bundled with a USB cord.
The PowerPort Strip PD 3 by Anker is a great gift, which will ensure that recipients can reliably power up their tech and gadgets. It has three well-spaced power outlets, two full USB outputs, and a fast USB-C port. The latter can can power up smartphones, tablets, and even laptops.
This versatile charging cable by Native Union is a cheap tech gift that will allow the recipient to charge all of their gadgets. The surprisingly elegant accessory has onboard Apple Lightning and USB-C adapters, as well as a micro-USB connector.
The cable measures 6.5 feet in length. We like that it has a genuine leather strap for easy organization and storage.
The Raptic Link & Lock is one of our favorite Apple AirTag accessories, and a great gift for owners of the excellent object tracker. The metal-clad accessory will protect the tracker with a three-digit combination code. Its onboard carabiner is ideal for attaching it to a bag, a backpack, or a suitcase.
Most of today’s top-shelf smartphones don’t have a charging adapter in their box, making this Anker offering an amazing gift. For less than $20, the minuscule accessory will reliably (and rapidly) charge an iPhone or Android, as well a tablet. Available in a quartet of colors (black, white, blue, and lavender), the Nano Pro will also match the recipient’s phone.
The Wyze Cam Pan v2 is a fantastic gift option. Its versatility will bring welcome peace of mind to the recipients while they are away from home. It can livestream and record Full HD video, including in the dark.
The gadget can rotate 360 degrees and tilt up and down, so it’s great for keeping tabs on pets. We also like that it can send alerts if it detects motion or sound.
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The Spigen Rugged Armor case is a great gift option for Apple AirPods owners this holiday season. It has a cool design with carbon fiber-like bits, a tough build that will reliably protect the buds, and an integrated carabiner.
Made from genuine leather in several eye-catching colors, this Bellroy case is great sub-$50 gift that will instantly make the recipient’s phone nicer to interact with. Other key features of the accessory include an impressively slim profile, a soft microfiber interior, and button covers with excellent tactility.
This record player by Victrola is an exciting gift for beginner vinyl collectors, as well seasoned aficionados with a vast music library. The surprisingly affordable device has a cool retro design (it's a small suitcase when closed), built-in stereo speakers, and Bluetooth connectivity for use with wireless headphones or speakers.
Plus, there are countless color options to pick from — making them a great decor addition for any space.
JBL's Quantum 100 headphones are an excellent gift for both gamers and the work-from-home crowd. These headphones are powered by 40-millimeter audio drivers that deliver signature JBL sound.
Available in black, white, and blue, the wired cans have a nicely understated design and detachable microphone that's equally great for in-game trash talk and making calls.
Belkin's super-fast wireless charger is a fantastic sub-$50 tech gift for any smartphone user. With a maximum power output of 15 watts, the compact accessory can rapidly charge an iPhone and compatible Android smartphones.
Available in black or white, the gadget has a 2-year warranty and bundled AC adapter.
Meticulously crafted in the United States, the Leatherman Bond is a compact and feature-rich multitool that’s a great gift option for gearheads.
The stainless-steel product rocks a trio of screwdrivers, a 2.9-inch blade, and a pair of openers — to name just a few of its 14 tools. It comes with a nylon sheath and a 25-year warranty.
If there’s someone in your life who splurged on the excellent AirPods Max wireless headphones and doesn’t yet have a solid case for them, consider gifting them the Spigen Klasden.
The accessory defies its price tag by offering an elegant design, a durable build, and additional space for small accessories. It’s compatible with the cans’ Smart Case, too.
Believe it or not, you can gift someone you care about a pair of Sony wireless headphones without overspending. Priced below $40, the WH-CH510 on-ear cans bring an entertaining sound, a comfy fit with convenient controls, long battery life, and a futureproof USB-C connector.
You can order the compact headphones in black, white, and blue.
The PowerA Spectra Infinity wired gaming controller is a reasonably priced tech gift that any Xbox and PC gamer will instantly like. The accessory has colorful LED lighting with a multitude of modes, high-quality buttons and thumbsticks with mappable keys, and a handy volume dial. PowerA backs the product with a 2-year warranty.
The Beats Flex wireless neckband earbuds are a foolproof audio gift, especially for anyone in need of a sound upgrade.
Available in black or blue, the buds look and sound great, and have a seamlessly comfy fit and amazing battery life. Their performance during calls is excellent, too.
The tiny Amazon Echo Dot is an awesome smart speaker and a great tech gift. Crafted from recycled aluminum, fabric, and plastic, it has a beautiful design and crisp sound that's more powerful than its compact footprint suggests.
This Alexa-powered product can answer questions and control connected home products, among countless other bits.
The Chromecast with Google TV is a tech gift that will up the recipient's home entertainment game. Designed to stay out of sight, the tiny gadget can deliver 4K video from all major streaming services, including HDR-enhanced content.
The Google Assistant-powered media player also has an intuitive remote with a cool design, along with compatibility with voice commands.
This beautiful succulent planter by Grovemade — a Portland, Oregon-based maker of awesome tech, desk, and home accessories — is a memorable gift that deserves a spot on anyone’s desk. It will allow the recipient to take a break from all screens and marvel at nature’s beauty.
Every planter is handcrafted using eastern maple wood, aluminum, and natural cork. A walnut planter is also available.
The 1MORE Stylish Dual-Dynamic wired earbuds make for an amazing gift, so long as the recipient has a device with a standard audio jack. They have a luxe design and price-defying audio performance.
Each bud has a machined metal housing that’s available in several colors, a three-button remote, and an inline microphone for making calls.
The LifeProof WĀke protective case is a thoughtful gift for eco-conscious smartphone users. It is made from 85% ocean-based plastic, and it has a cool wave pattern inspired by the sea. The WĀke also offers reliable protection against scratches and drops. You can order the product for the iPhone, as well as Samsung Galaxy and Google Pixel smartphones.
The Casio G-Shock DW5600 digital watch is one of the coolest cheap tech gifts for an avid gearhead. The lightweight and rugged timepiece is a remake of Casio’s iconic, first-ever G-Shock that debuted almost four decades ago.
It's waterproof up to 200 meters, and it has a feature-packed digital movement.
Stefan VazharovSenior Technology EditorStefan is the senior technology editor for BestProducts.com, where he’s been covering the tech industry and testing the latest gadgets since 2015; He previously covered tech products for GSMArena.com and his work can also be found on Popular Mechanics.
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