Last-minute holiday gifts in every price range
Holiday shopping takes time. Inevitably, you’ll still be buying gifts as the big day approaches. Still, your last-minute gifts don’t have to be bad. There are countless quality gift ideas worth considering as you finish up your holiday shopping.
In this video
Vanke’ Meredith Gallo joins Gary Gelfand to share our picks for the best last-minute gifts for any budget.
Tips for buying last-minute gifts
- Consider the person’s interests: Buying a great last-minute gift is as simple as knowing your loved ones’ interests. Foodies are sure to love products they can use in their kitchen, whereas movie buffs might prefer a streaming device or projector.
- Buy a problem-solver: Great gifts solve people’s problems. Figure out how to make your loved ones’ lives easier.
- Don’t overthink it: In most cases, whatever you buy will be enough. Don’t stress over buying the perfect gift.
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The Theragun Pro is one of the best gifts for fitness fanatics. It features an ergonomic design that makes it easy to use. It’s great for anyone who works out daily or has aches and pains. The Theragun Mini is an affordable alternative for deep tissue massages.
Those who love hair care are sure to appreciate the Drybar Blow Dryer. This hair dryer’s ionic technology is an excellent way to keep your hair looking smooth and fresh. If you’re worried about it not getting to your gift recipient in time for Christmas, don’t be. “I think if someone gets the Drybar a couple of days late, they’re going to be happy,” Gallo said.
The Ember Smart Mug is an excellent gift for coffee lovers. This device keeps your drink warm throughout the day and can be controlled via your smartphone.
Speaking of warmth, the Solo Stove Mesa Tabletop Fire Pit will add just the right amount of heat and ambiance to any patio, deck or balcony. It doesn’t produce any smoke and comes in six color options.
Best last-minute budget gifts
Low-cost gifts can still be great. For example, the Dash Mini Waffle Maker is a popular gift with a compact design that fits any kitchen. “We see that people really love this one. It’s a great option for gifting. It's a great option for white elephant gifts or Secret Santa gifts,” Gallo said. “And it comes in a bunch of different patterns, so you can really customize it to someone’s kitchen.” You can easily store it when you aren’t using it, and it makes excellent waffles.
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Coffee lovers are sure to love the Primula Cold Brew Iced Coffee Maker. Cold brew is excellent for those who enjoy coffee, as it brings out the drink’s naturally sweet flavors. This pitcher makes around 20 ounces of cold brew. “It’s super easy to use. It’s also super easy to clean, which a lot of people really like,” Gallo said.
As far as affordable beauty products go, the Revlon One Hot Air Brush is definitely a product to consider giving to someone who is craving a more streamlined hair routine. It’s a wonderful all-in-one tool that dries and styles hair while minimizing frizz and adding more volume. “This is a fan favorite. People really love this,” Gallo said.
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This comes with six attachments, including one that’s ideal for tender areas and another that’s great for your lower back. Many said it was excellent for deep-tissue massages. It’s easy to use and comes with two rechargeable batteries.
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This massage gun is compact, making it ideal for travel. It has three speed settings. Despite its small size, it’s relatively powerful. It's available in three colors.
It features three heat settings, two power settings and two nozzles for a versatile haircare experience. The lightweight design makes it easy to use.
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This straightforward device helps dry your hair as you brush it. It adds volume to your hair and minimizes frizz by 30%.
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This compact device is ready to use out of the box. It’s available in 20 designs, including several that make fun shapes on the waffles.
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Primula Burke Deluxe Cold Brew Iced Coffee Maker
It’s durable and surprisingly easy to clean. It features a stylish glass carafe and includes a reusable mesh filter.
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Ember Temperature Control Smart Mug
This smart mug turns on automatically when hot liquid is poured in and off when it isn’t being used. It’s available in black, gray, red or white. You can control it via your smartphone.
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Solo Stove Mesa Tabletop Fire Pit
This can be used with wood or pellets. It comes with a convenient carrying bag and produces less smoke than most of its competitors.
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Cody Stewart writes for Vanke. Vanke has helped millions of consumers simplify their purchasing decisions, saving them time and money.
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