Stanley Quencher H2.0 Tumbler
Keeps coffee hot and water cold
Lego sets: Marvel, Star Wars, etc.
Lots of options under $30
Baseus Bowie MA10
Super cheap earphones that deliver pretty good sound
Any book by David Macaulay
Great walkthrough of historic buildings
Dungeons & Dragons Essentials Kit
Start your quest for less than $20
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When it comes to celebrating milestones such as birthdays, holidays, anniversaries, and retirement, such occasions deserve proper recognition. These usually involve a worthwhile party and great gifts to accompany it.
This story is part of gift guideour annual collection of the best gift ideas.
Of course, when searching for a gift, you should always be on the lookout for themed sales and promotions to guide you to the right retailers. If deals and promotions don't fit your budget, there are plenty of gifts and gadgets on the shelves that aren't overpriced. For example, these are products that usually don't cost more than $30. We have compiled a list of recommended gifts and gadgets that are easy on your wallet. All of these items are easy to gift to your loved ones for any occasion.
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Whether it's the thousands of glowing user reviews on Amazon or the loyal followers on TikTok, it's hard to find someone who doesn't like Stanley's insulated temperature-controlled tumbler, which conveniently fits into most car cup holders. Great for keeping hot coffee and cold drinks alike cold, Stanley tumblers come in a variety of colors and sizes, starting at 14 ounces and selling for just $20.
Wireless speakers are a great gift for anyone who loves music and podcasts. The Tribit XSound Go delivers great sound for its size, boasts up to 24 hours of playtime at moderate volumes, and is completely waterproof, making it perfect for outdoor use.
There are tons of great LEGO sets available for under $30, including great Star Wars, Harry Potter, and Marvel options. For children aged 6 or 7, we recommend the 3-in-1 off-road buggy kit (pictured); adorable dog set, batmobileJurassic World Set, Holiday Camper.
These are one of the few wireless earbuds we can recommend that cost less than $30. The Baseus Bowie MA10 offers active noise cancellation in addition to amazing sound. This is a somewhat unprecedented feature at this price. Perfect for larger ears (they stick out a little). It's not as pocket-sized as the more expensive name brand models. In-case charging makes up for its size with over 100 hours of battery life.
In my house, we use the Lodge grill pan at least once a week to cook fish and turkey burgers. It's an inexpensive and easy way to bring the essence of the grilling experience to your stovetop, and it's especially useful during the winter months.
Would you like to buy a gift for someone who always misplaces their jackets, wallets, and backpacks? With the introduction of Apple AirTag, that problem should be a thing of the past. Just launch the Find My app on your iPhone and track your lost items anywhere you have an Apple device nearby (which is pretty much anywhere). If you order early enough from Apple.com, you can order custom engraved initials and emojis (like the one shown here). AirTags cost $29 each, but you can buy a four-pack for $99. Buy for an Android owner? Get the Galaxy SmartTag (for Samsung users) or Tile (for other Android smartphone owners).
Author and illustrator David Macaulay has been publishing detailed, hand-illustrated books since the 1970s, ranging from the design and construction of everything from castles, mosques, pyramids and cathedrals to the electric guitar. We meticulously document everything from specialized equipment to everyday equipment functions from dentists to dentists. Drills on how things work. These books are designed for readers as young as 6 years old, but they also serve as great coffee table books for any age group. I received several of these books as a child and I still enjoy reading them decades later. Macaulay has revived and updated some of his classic black-and-white books, including “Castles'' (pictured) and “Cathedrals,'' adding color.
Some old-school D&D is a great break from the direct virtual world of video games. The Essentials Kit has everything a group of pencil-and-paper adventurers need to progress on their quest, but true beginners should instead opt for the equally affordable (and new) Dragons of Stormwreck Isle Starter You can choose a set.
True story: When I was in college, 3.5-inch floppy disks were the norm, and they stored a total of 1.44 megabytes of data. This flash drive costs less than $21 and can store 128GB, the equivalent of approximately 89,000 floppy disks. This model has both USB-A and USB-C connectors, so it works with any computer, not just the new iPad Pro and Mini models.
