30+ Best Tech Gift Ideas Under $100

The holiday season is almost here, and that means only one thing – you need to start thinking about presents for your friends, family, and co-workers. There’s no better feeling than seeing your loved ones open a gift they actually wanted. It makes you feel good, and it makes them feel like you know exactly what they need, even though you might have no clue. But that’s the big problem…

Choosing the right gift can be pretty hard for some of us, especially for those of us on a budget. Fortunately, there are some great gift ideas that you can order without wrecking your bank account. Here are 35 excellent products under $100.

AirTags | For Those Who Lose Everything

Apple finally announced its AirTag this year. This little device will help you track virtually anything, which is perfect for those of us who constantly lose stuff. The AirTag is small enough to fit in your bag or your wallet. You can even use it with pets. And yet, they’re powerful enough to cover about 15 to 30 feet with Bluetooth. However, if you’re even farther than that, you’ll still be able to put your AirTag in Lost Mode, so you get notified as soon as it’s detected in the Find My network. The best part about this gift is that you can buy up to four AirTags, and you’ll still spend less than $100.

HomePod mini | Great Sound, Small Package

If you want to gift a smart speaker for Apple fans or one for yourself, the HomePod mini is the best option. It’s got everything that makes the Amazon Echo great, plus more. You can quickly connect it to other Apple products and start controlling everything around your home. If you prefer Siri, or want to stay within the Apple ecosystem, this is a perfect choice. What’s great is that Apple recently added different colors to the HomePod mini, so you can match it with any room in your house or make it stand out by using a different hue.

MassageGun Pro | Massages Anywhere

A great gift idea for the workaholics in your life is this massage gun. Not only will it help relax their muscles, but they’ll be able to use it anywhere at any time. This massage gun is small enough to fit in a bag without too much bulk, but it has enough battery power to last up to three hours on a single charge. The best part is that it doesn’t make much noise, making it perfect to use in your office without anyone knowing. It’s like having a masseuse with you at all times!

Amazon Echo | Make Your Home Smarter

If your friends or family haven’t started making their home smart, a smart speaker is the best first step they can take – give them the Amazon Echo. The Amazon Echo is the perfect smart speaker for those friends or family who aren’t that into the Apple ecosystem. You can easily start controlling your home with nothing but your voice. You can use Alexa and the Echo to play your favorite playlists, secure your home, and even communicate with your family. It’s good-looking too, so you can put it anywhere.

MagSafe Battery Pack | A Battery Boost for iPhone

Apple’s MagSafe battery pack is the perfect way to keep your iPhone charged without carrying cables all the time. This battery pack uses the iPhone 12 and iPhone 13’s MagSafe ring to stick to the back of the iPhone, and it wirelessly charges them. It can charge an iPhone with up to 15W of power, which is nowhere near as fast as wired charging, but you’ll still be able to have a great extra battery on the go. Plus, if you have a 20W power adapter, you’ll be able to fast charge both the iPhone and the MagSafe battery pack simultaneously.

React | The Future of Car Safety

It may not look like it, but React is a powerful tool that could save your life in emergencies. React is a small tool for your car. What’s impressive about it is that it’s packed with features. It’s basically a Swiss army knife for your car. This device comes with a window breaker, seatbelt cutter, USB car charger, a power bank, and many more features. So whether you just need a flashlight, or to charge your iPhone, or even break out of your car through your window, this little device has you covered. 

Amazon Kindle | For the Avid Reader

If you want a gift idea for that person who’s always reading on their iPhone, the Amazon Kindle is a perfect choice. This is a small, light, and conformable e-reader that’ll help keep their whole library of books wherever they go. It’s powerful enough to last for days with a single charge, and it’s compact enough to carry it with you like your iPhone. Sure, you can also consider reading with an iPad. The display is bigger and more vibrant. But, for the price, and the peace of mind, the Kindle is also a great choice.

Apple MagSafe Charger | Charging with a Snap

If you’re not looking for a power bank but still want to experience wireless charging, the Apple MagSafe Charger is a good, affordable choice. This charger automatically attaches to your iPhone, thanks to MagSafe. The magnet is powerful enough to stick to your iPhone even if you move it around, and you’ll also be able to fast charge your iPhone with it. Plus, if the person also has the new AirPods 3, they can also use MagSafe to charge them, which is a nice touch.

Smart Mug | For Coffee Lovers

Thus Ember Temperature Control Smart Mug is the perfect way to keep your coffee, chocolate, or tea at the perfect temperature. This mug comes with a charging coaster, as weird as it sounds, which will keep your mug charged and your coffee at the right temperature. Don’t worry, though; you can use the mug without the coaster, and you’ll have up to 1.5 hours of battery life to keep your beverages hot while moving. Thanks to the mug’s app, you can control the temperature, customize presets, and even receive notifications on your iPhone. You won’t have to worry about your coffee ever again.

JBL Clip 3 | Music Everywhere You Go

The JBL Clip 3 is the perfect gift for people who like to listen to music anywhere they are, including the pool or the shower. Thanks to its size, you can take this speaker anywhere you go. Plus, it’s waterproof, so you don’t have to worry about getting it wet. You could even throw it in the pool, and nothing bad is going to happen. Of course, it’s better if you don’t, but it’s nice to know you can.

Amazon Gift Card | Let Them Choose What They Want

When you don’t know what to give, the best option is to let them choose for themselves. With an Amazon Gift Card, you can help them buy anything they want. The best part about gift cards is that you don’t even have to go out to buy them or wrap them. Thanks to technology, you can buy one today and program the delivery date for December, so you don’t have to worry about it. You can even customize the message and the design, so it looks cute too.

Neck Massage Pillow | Keep the Stress Away

Another cool option for people dealing with stress is this neck massage by Zillion. It’s small, versatile, and ergonomic. You can use this pillow massager behind your neck, on your legs, and even your back. It’s great to relieve sore muscles in just a few moments. Plus, thanks to its size, you can use it anywhere. Not just your home or office, you can use it on your bed, your car, and even the plane.

Kodak Mobile Photo Mini Printer | Relive Your Best Moments

For the photographer in the family, an iPhone photo printer would be a great gift this year. And there’s no better budget option than the Kodak Photo Mini Printer. This photo printer works with both Android and iPhone. You can use the Kodak app to connect your device with the photo printer and instantly print your favorite pictures. Plus, you can also use the app to customize and add filters to your pictures with a few taps. It’s the perfect gift for those family trips and reunions when you want to capture the moment and share it with everybody.

Apple’s Polishing Cloth | For the Person Who Has Everything (Or For a Prank)

Apple recently released its biggest product yet, a polishing cloth. Joking aside, it could work as an affordable gift idea for that person in the family who refuses to use anything that’s not made by Apple. Or it might be a funny prank for that person who asked for anything from Apple.

Native Union Night Cable | Never Ruin Your Cable Again

Apple cables aren’t particularly known for how sturdy they are. You can easily ruin your iPhone’s charging cable after a couple of weeks of using it, especially if you like using your iPhone while it’s charging. Fortunately, you can always get a reinforced iPhone cable. And there’s no better option than this Native Union cable. It’s strong enough and flexible enough to last you for a very long time. And if you feel like you’re having issues with it, it also has a lifetime limited warranty. Plus, it’s got a range of 10 feet so that you can move around freely with your iPhone.

Kasa Smart Camera | Keep Your Home Safe

If your friends or family are always on the go, a helpful tool for them would be this TP-Link Kasa indoor smart home camera. They’ll be able to manage their homes without being near. This camera lets you live stream from anywhere with a quality video of 2K. You’ll be able to watch everything from your iPhone with the best possible quality. It has a 113° vertical view and a 360° horizontal view, so that you can watch anywhere, even with just one camera. Plus, it comes with night vision that’ll detect motion up to 30 feet away in the dark. 

Mocoll Magnetic Card Holder | A Better MagSafe Wallet

Not everyone liked Apple’s MagSafe wallet when it came out. If that’s someone you know, you can give them this Mocoll MagSafe Wallet instead. This wallet is just a slim as Apple’s MagSafe Wallet, so you’ll be able to carry up to three cards without feeling the block on your iPhone. However, what makes this wallet unique is that it also works as an iPhone stand and a grip to hold your iPhone. It’s got the best of three worlds, and it’s more affordable than Apple’s option.

Anker Soundcore Life Dot 2 | Budget Earbuds

A pair of wireless earbuds are a great gift idea, especially because there are some affordable options out there. A great example is the Anker Soundcore Life Dot 2. These earbuds offer great sound quality for the price. They feature dynamic drivers to deliver more bass than other options for the same price. Plus, they can last up to 8 hours of total playtime thanks to their charging case. If you don’t want to wait to fully charge, you can charge it for just 10 minutes and you’ll get up to 90 minutes of playback time. For the price, the Life Dot 2 is a great option for a holiday gift. You get decent sound, great battery life, and a comfortable design that won’t hurt your ears.

Fitbit Inspire 2 | For Next Year’s Resolutions

The Fitbit Inspire 2 is a great gift for fitness lovers. You probably already know Fitbit, so you know how great it works. This health and fitness tracker will help you keep track of your progress throughout your day. You’ll be able to track your workouts, your steps, and the calories you burned. What’s great about this device is has up to 10 days of battery life without constantly charging it. That’s makes it easier to carry everywhere you go. You can even go in the pool with it since it’s water-resistant. 

Backbone One Gaming Controller | For Mobile Gamers

Mobile gamers love iPhones to play. Not only does it have a bunch of games and titles you can download instantly, but now you can also turn your iPhone into a mobile console with this Backbone One controller. The ergonomics on this controller will help you keep on playing without pain in your hands, and you’ll have more control over your games with the many buttons and controls it has. What’s even cooler is that you’ll get XboxGame Pass Ultimate for free for one month when you buy this controller. You’ll make the most out of your iPhone without paying extra at first.

SanDisk iXpand Flash Drive | Free iPhone Space

Not a lot of people can afford to pay for iCloud every month. If you know someone like that, then this SanDisk iXpand flash drive is a great option. You can plug this flash drive into your iPhone and instantly transfer files from one place to the other. What’s cool is that you can switch between Lightning and USB-C so you can also use it as a regular flash drive for your Mac and even your iPad. You can store up to 256GB worth of files on this flash drive. And, if you want to spend just a bit over $100, you’d also get a wireless 15W charger. Not a bad deal, if you ask me.

Anker PowerCore Slim | Battery for Days

If you don’t want to give a MagSafe power bank, you can always give a more traditional power bank. And a great option is this power bank from Anker. For the price, this battery pack is one of the best options for iPhone or Android devices. You get up to 10,000 mAh of battery to last you for days. All that inside a compact design that’ll let you carry this power bank anywhere you go and forget you have it. The best part is that it comes with Anker’s MultiProtect system that will protect your iPhone from overcharging and control your device’s temperature.

Roku Streaming Stick | For Movie Lovers

If you don’t want to give an Apple TV because of its price, you can always go for a more affordable option, like the Roku Streaming Stick. The great thing about the Roku Streaming Stick is how easy it is to use. You can plug it into your TV with just a few steps, and you can use it instantly. You can stream anything from Apple TV+ to Netflix and HBO Max. You can stream all that in 4K, and it also supports Dolby Vision and HDR10+. If you know someone who’s subscribed to every streaming service, they’ll love the Roku Stick.

Ryze Tech Tello | A Perfect Drone for Beginners

There’s no doubt that a drone is such a cool gift idea, but most of them are pretty expensive. The Ryze Tech Tello is a perfect budget-friendly option if you want to give an amateur their first drone. For just under $100, you’ll get a fully-functional drone with a 5MP HD camera. This drone has a short flight time of only 13 minutes. Even though that isn’t much, it’s enough for people to start practicing how to handle a drone and take a few cool pictures along the way.

Dash Cam | Protect Your Car

Having a Dash Cam is a necessity in today’s day and age. It’s important to record what’s happening at the front and on the back of your car at all times. Fortunately, these affordable dash cams from Chortau are the perfect option, to begin with. These cameras are perfect for the front and back of your car. You’ll get a full HD 170° wide-angle camera that supports night vision that also comes with a parking mode that will start recording automatically when it detects an impact on your car. Plus, it works as a backup camera, so you can park safely without hitting anyone. 

Renpho Smart Scale | Control Your Weight

If you or someone you know is struggling to lose weight, these smart scale by Renpho might help them achieve their goals. This scale shows different body measurements, including your weight, body fat percentage, and Body Mass Index (BMI). One cool feature this scale has is that you can use the Renpho app to keep track of your progress. Not only that, but you can also connect it with the Fitbit app and Google Fit to take your tracking to the next level. 

Poppin Cable Catches | Simple Cable Management

With so much tech to take care of, cable management becomes increasingly difficult. If this is you or someone you know, you can finally get the Poppin Cable Catches to organize your cables. You get a set of 4 cable catches to manage your small or medium cable. You can place them on your table or peel the sticker on the back and stick them on any smooth surface. It’s simple and effective.

SleepPhones | A New Kind of Headphones

If you have earbuds or AirPods, you know it’s basically impossible to use them when you want to sleep. They’re more hurtful than helpful. Fortunately, the SleepPhones are here to solve that. As you can seethe SleepPhones are basically a headband that’ll help you listen to music while you sleep. They have flat speakers inside the headband the work via Bluetooth. If you like to sleep a lot, these headphones last up to 12 hours with a single charge. What’s more is that you can fully charge them in two hours, so they’ll be ready by the time you go to bed.

Amazon Smart Plug | Control Your Outlets

Amazon created a smart plug that’s perfect for your home. All you need to do is plug it in, and you’ll be good to go. The Amazon smart plug lets you control your devices and appliances remotely. You can turn something off by using the Alexa app on your iPhone. You can also use it to understand your energy consumption and figure out ways to save energy and money. A great idea is to give this smart plug with the Amazon Echo. You could control the smart plug with just your voice, too, instead of using the app.

Anker Soundcore Life Q20 | Affordable Noise Canceling Headphones

If you don’t want to give earbuds or headphones that you can use in bed, the Anker Soundcore Life Q20 is a solid gift. These headphones offer excellent sound quality for price, comfort, and battery life to use them all day. They have up to 40 hours of playtime, which can be extended to 60 hours when using standard music mode. If you want, you can also turn on noise cancellation to reduce your ambient noises by up to 90%. Not too bad for a pair of budget headphones.

Charging Table Lamp | Perfect for Home Offices

If you know someone who’s still working from home, you can help them keep their place organized and functional with this charging table lamp. In addition to being a regular lamp for your desk or nightstand, it also comes with two USB ports and one outlet to let you charge all your devices. What’s more, it also has a wireless charge spot to minimize the number of cables you have on your desk. If you don’t need to charge your iPhone, it also comes with a small stand to hold two phones simultaneously. Perfect for distracting yourself with a movie on your iPhone.

Xenvo Pro Lens Kit | Take the Perfect Shot

Another cool gift idea for photographers is this Xenvo Pro Lens Kit. This will help anyone take the perfect shot without adding too many accessories. This lens kit works with all smartphones, so you won’t have to worry if they have an iPhone or Android phone. It comes with a wide-angle lens, a 15x Macro Lens, and a rechargeable LED light. It’s basically a starter kit for someone who wants to become a professional photographer. 

Wacom Intuos Drawing Table | For the Artists in the Family

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If you know someone who wants to take their digital art to the next level, you can help them with this Wacom Intuos Drawing Table. This tablet works with both Windows computers and Macs. All you need to do is download the app to your computer. Afterward, you can customize it to set it just the way you like. You can customize the buttons at the top to access your favorite actions quickly and even customize the stylus to have your favorite shortcuts whenever you’re drawing or just killing time. Sure, it might be a little too small for professionals, but it’s perfect for people who want to get into digital art. 

PhoneSoap | Clean Your Phone the Right Way

Pandemic or not, it is true that your phone is one of the filthiest things you carry with you all day. Fortunately, you can always get a phone Sanitizer to help you with that. Believe it or not, your phone is filled with bacteria you don’t even know about, which isn’t ideal for something you put on your face. This phone sanitizer will help you kill up to 99.99% of the bacteria and germs on your phone, helping you stay healthy and clean by the end of the day. What’s cool about this sanitizer is that it also works as a charger. You can charge your phone while cleaning it.