The 25 Best Stocking Stuffers Under $25, From Earbuds to Truffles

Look at you, lucky dog, and your plethora of loved ones—that’s a lot of people to get holiday gifts for, huh? Truly, what is this season about if not showing it by showering the people in your life with delightful Stuff?

Obviously, you start with the important people and the big stuff—stuff for your parents, or your boyfriend/girlfriend/long-term situationship (we don’t judge, we just want to help you get the best stuff). Chances are, once those gifts are banked, there isn’t room in the young professional™ budget for a thoughtful and expensive gift for every other person in your life.

That’s fine! You don’t have to break the bank to let your favorite foodie know you appreciate their good taste or help your friend that won’t stop begging you to go camping gear up for their next trip. Whether they’re your distant blood or chosen family, coworkers or co-conspirators, forever friend or brand-spankin’ new buddy, we promise that you can show anyone you care—all for less than it costs to get dinner delivered. That's what the best stocking stuffers under $25 are for. Yes, these are gifts you can (theoretically) stuff into a giant sock, but they're also hit the sweet spot as "little somethings" (in the figurative and budgetary sense). 

Here’s our favorite picks for stocking stuffers under $25 for every oddball on your list.

For the enthusiastically caffeinated…

Barista-quality coffee, no gadgets and minimal effort required.

…and jitters-averse 

You know exactly who this is, because of the fact that insist they’re better than coffee the fact that they absolutely refuse to drink coffee always seems to come up in nearly every conversation.

For the skincare obsessive

These holographic, charcoal sheet face masks are gentle enough for anyone’s sensitive skin.

For the aspiring outdoorsman

What says “I love the outside” quite like a pretty pocket knife?

For the bathtub-deprived

Step aside, bath bombs… this is a present for a pal who performs all their ablutions standing up.

For the object-inattentive

They might not be AirPods, but at least these earbuds come at a stocking-stuffer price point, which means you won’t get mad when your friend inevitably loses them on the way home from the function.

For the newly promoted

Is it even a celebration if there isn’t champagne and chocolate truffles? 

For the whimsical geek

Repeat after me: you’re never too old for glow-in-the-dark stars.

For the lighting-sensitive

The year is 2022 and there is no reason that anyone should suffer overhead lighting again—not when there are a full rainbow of options at stocking-stuffer prices.

For the aspiring artist

This tiny watercolor kit comes with a dozen colors and a water brush pen, which means they can start making masterpieces right now.

For the boozy…

Doesn't matter if they prefer gin, tequila, vodka, rum, or bourbon—as long as they’re into novelty. Freeze these cubes, then drop them into your spirit of choice for an instant high-end cocktail experience, from a fancy old fashioned to a unique margarita.

…and the stoned

Here’s a grinder (you know, for “herbs”) so cute they’ll want to put it on display.

For the helplessly horny…

This cooling lube from Neighbourhood Botanicals adds glide where you need it, is pH-balanced and latex-compatible, but also sports a mint scent that will give you tingles. If they’re extra-nice, throw in the cute, heart-shaped lip balm as well.

…and the late-night snackers

Making some midnight nachos? Keep things 100 with this groovy gold grater. 

For the contemplators

Got a pal with more stuff in their brain than text on a Dr. Bronner’s bottle? This thinking putty will help them work through their thoughts.

For your no-longer-baby cousin

Acne is just the tip of the terrible teen iceberg. Help an area cool teen™ in your life navigate some choppy waters with these cute patches that actually work.

For your twisted nephew

It sounds awful, but we promise this ridiculously popular game is nothing but family-friendly fun.

For the pen-clickers

One pen, a whole plethora of fidgeting options.

For the fir lover

Save a tree, burn a tree-scented incense cone.

For the plant-murderer

It says to “water every week” but we can tell you from experience that your friend can forget about these suckers for a loooong time.

For the sweetest person you know…

Not just honey, but honey made from wildflower nectar and infused with lavender.

…and the spiciest.

Truffle and hot chilis make for a distinctive gourmet duo—but grab the full sampler if you’re dealing with a true pepperhead.

For the recently heartbroken

Cuffing season doesn’t always go as intended. Help a friend clear the air (and the bad vibes) to start the new year off right.

For the compulsive hand-washer

We get it: You can never be too careful. Keep your mitts moisturized as well as sanitized with this cult favorite.

Get giftin’, you generous jabroni.