The Best Last-Minute Stocking Stuffers to Gift This Year, From Fitness Gear to Long-Lasting Earbuds
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Nothing feels quite as exciting as unwrapping a huge present, but sometimes some of the coolest gifts to give (and receive) are stocking stuffers. From the latest Apple AirPods Pro to cool gadgets (or a side of booze and hot sauce), the real stars of the gifting season might not come in a big package with a bow on top, but rather as a small stocking stuffer that’s just as impressive. If you’re looking for the best stocking stuffers to give to friends and family this year, we have you covered. (And if you’re in need of more gift ideas, we found the best Christmas gifts, the best fitness gifts, and plenty of other gift guides for all your holiday shopping needs this year.)
From a brand-new Apple Watch to our editors’ favorite portable speakers for music, here are a few of the best, top-rated stocking stuffers that we’ll be gifting everyone on our shopping list. Whether you’re sticking to a strict budget or you’re shopping for small gadgets your recipient can use all the time, these items won’t disappoint.
JBL Clip 4 Portable Mini Bluetooth Speaker
From little speakers that make big noise to wireless headphones that will actually last throughout your entire workday, Amazon has great gifts for every type of music fan.
Shop more music gifts available on Amazon:
• Ernie Ball Guitar Strings ($6.99)
• Fender Guitar Super Care Kit Bundle ($34.99)
• Apple AirPods 4 Wireless Earbuds ($119.00)
• What the Band Wore by Alice Harris ($36.28)
• Game That Song ($19.99)
Stanley All Day 40 oz Quencher Carry-All Crossbody Bag
Whether they prefer to drink water from a Stanley Tumbler or a little (okay, scratch that, a lot of) vino from a glass, these home and kitchen gifts are the perfect addition to their collection.
Shop more home and kitchen gifts on Amazon:
• Voluspa Rose Candle ($44.00)
• Aeropress Clear Coffee ($39.95)
• Magic Bullet Blender ($39.88)
• ThermoPro Lightning 1-Second Instant Read Meat Thermometer ($47.97)
• Vinturi Red Wine Aerator ($41.00)
Truff Hot Sauce
Amazon makes it easy to fill your favorite foodie’s stocking. Not only do they have award-winning hot sauces and non-alcoholic drinks (just in time for dry January), but they also have edible glitter that adds a little glitz to any glass.
Shop more food and drink gifts on Amazon:
• Ghia Non-Alcoholic Apéritif ($38.00)
• Filthy Olive Oil Brine for Cocktailer ($36.00)
• Frankie’s 457 Spuntino Olive Oil ($40.99)
• Mike’s Hot Honey ($10.38)
• Glitter Faced: Edible Glitter for Cocktails and Drinks ($14.99)
TheraGun Mini Massage Gun
From the newest version of the Apple Watch to Pull Up Resistance Bands, these gifts will help your fitness-obsessed friends and family members reach their goals.
Shop more fitness gifts on Amazon:
• Fitbit Sense 2 Smartwatch ($199.95)
• Apple Watch Series 9 ($395.74)
• Whoop 4.0 Strap ($215.10)
• Pull Up Bands Resistance Bands ($24.98)
• New Miuz Magnesium Bath Bombs ($23.99)
Sol de Janeiro Hair and Body Fragrance Mist Travel Size
While Santa Baby may not be able to deliver the “deed to a platinum mine” these grooming and beauty gifts will make her just as happy (almost).
Shop more beauty and grooming gifts on Amazon:
• Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask ($24.00)
• Olaplex Hair Perfector ($30.00)
• Wander Beauty Baggage Claim Eye Masks ($26.00)
• Kitsch Satin Pillowcase ($18.99)
• Wet Brush Speed Dry Hair Brush ($8.37)
Amazon Fire Tablet
Sometimes, the best electronics come in the smallest packages. Take this Amazon Fire Tablet, for instance: it’s on sale, works for every type of streaming, and will tuck away neatly into a standard-size stocking.
Shop more electronic gifts on Amazon:
• Apple AirTag 4-Pack ($72.99)
• Amazon Fire TV Stick ($27.99)
• Kodak Luma Pocket Projector ($219.99)
• Polaroid Go Instant Camera & Film Bundle ($109.99)
• Digital Picture Frame ($59.99)
Amazon Gift Card
The best part about stocking gifts is that they don’t need to be expensive. Grab one of these presents for under $25.00, and you’ll have a guaranteed spot on the nice list next year.
Shop more Gifts under $25 on Amazon:
• Iniu Portable Charger ($17.99)
• ORNARTO iPhone Gel Phone Case ($13.99)
• Neutrogena Makeup Remover ($6.88)
• ZICOTO 2025 Monthly Planner ($9.99)
• Carhartt Men’s Tonal Patch Beanie ($24.99)
UGG Men’s 3 Point Leather Glove
If you’re the type of person who treats stocking stuffers as less of a supporting role and more of a leading part, then you’ll find these pricier gifts to be worthy of a standing ovation.
Shop more gifts under $100 on Amazon:
• Braun Electric Shaver for Men ($74.94)
• Katie Otte 14k Gold Hoop Earrings ($75.00)
• Bellroy Passport Cover ($99.00)
• Oakley Men’s Silver Sunglasses ($82.00)
• Xbox Wireless Controller ($69.88)
What Makes a Good Stocking Stuffer?
There are a few things to keep in mind when shopping for the best stocking stuffers on Amazon and beyond. First, if you’re shopping for a stocking stuffer, you’ll want to make sure the gift you’re buying can actually fit in a stocking. You’re not always going to know how much room you’ll have to work with, but the good news is that it’s easier than ever to find high-quality gifts that won’t require a box, from earbuds to mugs — and, most importantly, be something that everyone will love to get.