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Gift exchange ideas under $25
A $25 limit is the most popular choice for office and friend exchanges. These ideas are useful, easy to wrap, and liked by almost anyone. Prices change, so check the current price before you buy.
Best tip: the best gift is the one someone asked for. In the Gift Exchange Game app, each person adds their own wish, so you know exactly what to buy. Use these ideas for your own wish, or when your group shops without wish lists.
Cozy and comfortable
- Fleece or sherpa throw blanketA safe bet for nearly anyone, and it looks generous wrapped. Shop throw blankets
- Fuzzy or wool-blend socksPick a gift pack of warm socks for a small, practical present. Shop cozy socks
- Heated or microwavable neck wrapGreat for anyone who sits at a desk all day. Shop neck wraps
For coffee and tea lovers
- Insulated travel tumblerKeeps drinks hot or cold for hours and gets used every day. Shop tumblers
- Tea sampler gift boxLets someone try a range of flavors. Shop tea samplers
- Pour-over coffee setA small upgrade for the morning routine. Shop pour-over sets
Useful gadgets
- Portable phone chargerHandy for travel and long days. Look for a compact power bank. Shop portable chargers
- Bluetooth item trackerFor people who always misplace keys. Check it matches the person's phone. Shop item trackers
- LED book lightFor readers who share a room. Shop book lights
Fun and games
- Card or party gameEasy to share at the next get-together. Shop party games
- Jigsaw puzzleA relaxing winter project; 500 or 1000 pieces are popular. Shop puzzles
- Small LEGO or building setNot just for kids. Small display sets fit the budget. Shop building sets
Home and kitchen
- Scented candleA classic for a reason; pick a simple, popular scent like vanilla. Shop candles
- Gourmet hot sauce or spice setFor the cook in the group. Shop hot sauce sets
- Small indoor plant kitHerb or succulent kits are easy to care for. Shop plant kits
Planning the exchange yourself? Read how to run a Secret Santa.