These presents punch above their price point, making them perfect for Secret Santas, White Elephants or stocking stuffers
The 163 best holiday gift ideas for 2025, vetted by the Guardian US staff
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A genuinely good holiday gift under $10 is kind of a unicorn: elusive but thrilling to come across. In the single digits, you risk foregoing quality, even though that nice neighbor or coworker deserves something better than a dusty candle found near the CVS checkout line.
I’m here to tell you the rumors are true: you can give a thoughtful gift under $10. In this gift guide, Filter staff and contributors recommend inexpensive treats that feel like they should cost more than they do. They’re all things that really make life a bit easier or more joyful – for example, a sauce that transforms Tuesday-night dinner, a sleep mask that upgrades red-eye flights and a passionately recommended lineup of toys picked by kids, for kids. Read on for our 23 holiday gifts that punch above their price point.
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