# Need a Christmas gift idea for under $25 from Amazon - need answer fast! **URL:** \ **Category:** Miscellaneous and Personal Stuff I Must Share\ **Created:** [November 29, 2018, 5:26pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/need-a-christmas-gift-idea-for-under-25-from-amazon-need-answer-fast/825281 "2018-11-29T17:26:51Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 20\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![Mean\_Mr.Mustard](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/mean_mr.mustard/32/3865_2.png) [@Mean\_Mr.Mustard](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Mean_Mr.Mustard)\ **Post date:** [November 29, 2018, 5:26pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/need-a-christmas-gift-idea-for-under-25-from-amazon-need-answer-fast/825281/1 "2018-11-29T17:26:51Z")
I need a great gift that I can find on Amazon for around $25 for the office gift exchange. It has to be a unisex item that will appeal to most anyone. Bonus points if it’s slightly unusual (but not too wacky). Links appreciated. Thanks! mmm ---
**Author:** ![PastTense](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/pasttense/32/14550_2.png) [@PastTense](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/PastTense)\ **Post date:** [November 29, 2018, 5:31pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/need-a-christmas-gift-idea-for-under-25-from-amazon-need-answer-fast/825281/2 "2018-11-29T17:31:40Z")
For utilitarian a package of AA batteries plus a package of AAA batteries. Virtually everyone uses them and if not they know someone who can. Someone unusual will not be of interest to most recipients. ---
**Author:** ![Max\_Torque](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/m/e9bcb4/32.png) [@Max\_Torque](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Max_Torque)\ **Post date:** [November 29, 2018, 5:46pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/need-a-christmas-gift-idea-for-under-25-from-amazon-need-answer-fast/825281/3 "2018-11-29T17:46:34Z")
Michelle Obama’s book. I have a gift exchange coming up with mostly-Republican relatives and I’m thinking of doing that for a laugh. The new Echo Dots were $25 on Monday, but they’ve gone back up now to about $30. There are adult activity books, like [this one](http://a.co/d/bHqfpBS), that keep puzzle-minded folks busy. A couple of those? ---
**Author:** ![Slash1972](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/slash1972/32/6461_2.png) [@Slash1972](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Slash1972)\ **Post date:** [November 29, 2018, 5:57pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/need-a-christmas-gift-idea-for-under-25-from-amazon-need-answer-fast/825281/4 "2018-11-29T17:57:11Z")
[Banana slicer](https://www.amazon.com/Hutzler-3571-571-Banana-Slicer/dp/B0047E0EII), and a binder full of the reviews and comments for the recipient to read at their leisure. ---
**Author:** ![Beckdawrek](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/beckdawrek/32/3647_2.png) [@Beckdawrek](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Beckdawrek)\ **Post date:** [November 29, 2018, 6:01pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/need-a-christmas-gift-idea-for-under-25-from-amazon-need-answer-fast/825281/5 "2018-11-29T18:01:49Z")
Yeti travel coffee mug. They are really great. Gift card. Blank journal. Fancy flashlight. Fitbit, or a knockoff. ---
**Author:** ![Dung\_Beetle](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/dung_beetle/32/7945_2.png) [@Dung\_Beetle](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Dung_Beetle)\ **Post date:** [November 29, 2018, 6:46pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/need-a-christmas-gift-idea-for-under-25-from-amazon-need-answer-fast/825281/6 "2018-11-29T18:46:21Z")
[Owl bank!](https://www.amazon.com/Tooarts-Shaped-Metal-Handwork-Crafting/dp/B01I58UTU4/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?ie=UTF8&qid=1543517129&sr=8-1-spons&keywords=owl+bank&psc=1) I gave this last year, but I wanted to keep it. ETA: I see it’s below the price point. Maybe buy two? ---
**Author:** ![Misnomer](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/misnomer/32/14897_2.png) [@Misnomer](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Misnomer)\ **Post date:** [November 29, 2018, 7:10pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/need-a-christmas-gift-idea-for-under-25-from-amazon-need-answer-fast/825281/7 "2018-11-29T19:10:51Z")
$24 gift card? 😃 ---
**Author:** ![MoonMoon](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/moonmoon/32/2959_2.png) [@MoonMoon](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/MoonMoon)\ **Post date:** [November 29, 2018, 7:24pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/need-a-christmas-gift-idea-for-under-25-from-amazon-need-answer-fast/825281/8 "2018-11-29T19:24:00Z")
The “new and interesting finds” page usually has something that will do the trick for a situation like that: [Interesting Finds | Amazon.com Gift Finder](https://www.amazon.com/stream/mix/ref=nav_upnav_LargeImage_C_Gateway?asCursor=WyIxLjgiLCJ0czEiLCIxNTQzNTAzMTIwMDAwIiwiIiwiUzAwMzI6MDpudWxsIiwiUzAwMzI6MjoxIiwiUzAwMzI6MDotMSIsIiIsIiIsIjAiLCJzdWI0IiwiMTU0MzUwNzIwMDAwMCIsImhmMS1zYXZlcyIsIjE1NDM1MDM2MDAwMDAiLCJ2MSIsIjE1NDM1MTA4MDQyOTAiLCIiLCIwIiwidjEiLCIxNTQzNDkyMzIwMDAwIl0%3D&asCacheIndex=0&asYOffset=-314.3999938964844&asMod=1) ---
**Author:** ![ZonexandScout](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/zonexandscout/32/544_2.png) [@ZonexandScout](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/ZonexandScout)\ **Post date:** [November 29, 2018, 7:43pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/need-a-christmas-gift-idea-for-under-25-from-amazon-need-answer-fast/825281/9 "2018-11-29T19:43:56Z")
> [@Beckdawrek](#): > > Yeti travel coffee mug. They are really great. > Gift card. Blank journal. Fancy flashlight. Fitbit, or a knockoff. Doesn’t even need to be a fancy flashlight. Newer LED flashlights knock the pants off the ones stuck in people’s closets and cars. Gearlight, for example, has several killer units in various sizes for less than $25. Flashlights (decent ones) are one of the few gifts that are almost always used. ---
**Author:** ![Enola\_Gay](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/e/3ab097/32.png) [@Enola\_Gay](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Enola_Gay)\ **Post date:** [November 29, 2018, 8:18pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/need-a-christmas-gift-idea-for-under-25-from-amazon-need-answer-fast/825281/10 "2018-11-29T20:18:48Z")
[The Scratch & Sniff Book of Weed](http://incrediblethings.com/products/the-scratch-sniff-book-of-weed/) ---
**Author:** ![Little\_Nemo](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/little_nemo/32/3120_2.png) [@Little\_Nemo](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Little_Nemo)\ **Post date:** [November 29, 2018, 8:27pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/need-a-christmas-gift-idea-for-under-25-from-amazon-need-answer-fast/825281/11 "2018-11-29T20:27:26Z")
[Hot sauce sampler](https://www.amazon.com/Gourmet-Hot-Sauce-Sampler-Jalape%C3%B1o/dp/B073ZNR64V/ref=sr_1_12_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1543523150) ---
**Author:** ![Rick\_Kitchen](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/rick_kitchen/32/522_2.png) [@Rick\_Kitchen](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Rick_Kitchen)\ **Post date:** [November 29, 2018, 8:43pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/need-a-christmas-gift-idea-for-under-25-from-amazon-need-answer-fast/825281/12 "2018-11-29T20:43:45Z")
> [@Max\_Torque](#): > > Michelle Obama’s book. I have a gift exchange coming up with mostly-Republican relatives and I’m thinking of doing that for a laugh. > > The new Echo Dots were $25 on Monday, but they’ve gone back up now to about $30. > > There are adult activity books, like [this one](http://a.co/d/bHqfpBS), that keep puzzle-minded folks busy. A couple of those? Echo Dot is $19.99 today only. [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01DFKC2SO/ref=ods\_gw\_d\_cmdw\_bis\_aucc\_1127?pf\_rd\_p=984825d7-7af6-44a5-953c-1d5e3c0af1f5&pf\_rd\_r=W9QN2X4X26MM344C752B](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01DFKC2SO/ref=ods_gw_d_cmdw_bis_aucc_1127?pf_rd_p=984825d7-7af6-44a5-953c-1d5e3c0af1f5&pf_rd_r=W9QN2X4X26MM344C752B) ---
**Author:** ![pudytat72](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/p/ce7236/32.png) [@pudytat72](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/pudytat72)\ **Post date:** [November 29, 2018, 9:28pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/need-a-christmas-gift-idea-for-under-25-from-amazon-need-answer-fast/825281/13 "2018-11-29T21:28:22Z")
1. Life is like a box of chocolates-you never know what you are going to get: Box of unusual chocolates 2. a variety of miniature liquor bottles with a can of Coke, tonic water, 7-up ---
**Author:** ![Beckdawrek](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/beckdawrek/32/3647_2.png) [@Beckdawrek](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Beckdawrek)\ **Post date:** [November 29, 2018, 11:25pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/need-a-christmas-gift-idea-for-under-25-from-amazon-need-answer-fast/825281/14 "2018-11-29T23:25:08Z")
A manicure set. I love getting those. ---
**Author:** ![Dropo](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/d/ce7236/32.png) [@Dropo](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Dropo)\ **Post date:** [November 30, 2018, 2:49am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/need-a-christmas-gift-idea-for-under-25-from-amazon-need-answer-fast/825281/15 "2018-11-30T02:49:08Z")
> **[Amazon.com: Godzilla Movie Monster Series Mothra (adults) : Toys & Games](https://www.amazon.com/Bandai-Movie-Monster-Godzilla-Mothra/dp/B079RS6XTY)** > > Buy Godzilla Movie Monster Series Mothra (adults): Toy Figures & Playsets - Amazon.com ✓ FREE DELIVERY possible on eligible purchases Because nothing says Christmas like Mothra… ---
**Author:** ![Enola\_Gay](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/e/3ab097/32.png) [@Enola\_Gay](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Enola_Gay)\ **Post date:** [November 30, 2018, 2:56am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/need-a-christmas-gift-idea-for-under-25-from-amazon-need-answer-fast/825281/16 "2018-11-30T02:56:12Z")
> [@Slash1972](#): > > [Banana slicer](https://www.amazon.com/Hutzler-3571-571-Banana-Slicer/dp/B0047E0EII), and a binder full of the reviews and comments for the recipient to read at their leisure. The Hutzler 571 Banana Slicer has [competition](https://www.amazon.com/JSDOIN-Practical-Kitchen-Peeler-Chopper/dp/B07BWFJLRB/ref=pd_day0_hl_79_5?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B07BWFJLRB&pd_rd_r=c7d8ee3b-f44a-11e8-a1e2-a7164b22e612&pd_rd_w=f0eUj&pd_rd_wg=VknZy&pf_rd_i=desktop-dp-sims&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_p=ad07871c-e646-4161-82c7-5ed0d4c85b07&pf_rd_r=SZQ4J08HA4MA3QC9PADX&pf_rd_s=desktop-dp-sims&pf_rd_t=40701&psc=1&refRID=SZQ4J08HA4MA3QC9PADX) :eek: ---
**Author:** ![vivalostwages](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/v/d07c76/32.png) [@vivalostwages](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/vivalostwages)\ **Post date:** [December 1, 2018, 4:39am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/need-a-christmas-gift-idea-for-under-25-from-amazon-need-answer-fast/825281/17 "2018-12-01T04:39:22Z")
> [@Mean\_Mr.Mustard](#): > > I need a great gift that I can find on Amazon for around $25 for the office gift exchange. It has to be a unisex item that will appeal to most anyone. Bonus points if it’s slightly unusual (but not too wacky). > > Links appreciated. > > Thanks! > mmm This one is an add-on item, and I think it is hilarious: [https://www.amazon.com/Sir-Perky-Novelty-Condiment-Bottle/dp/B01726KWL6/ref=sr\_1\_fkmr0\_1?s=home-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1543638804&sr=1-1-fkmr0&keywords=mr+perky+condiment](https://www.amazon.com/Sir-Perky-Novelty-Condiment-Bottle/dp/B01726KWL6/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_1?s=home-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1543638804&sr=1-1-fkmr0&keywords=mr+perky+condiment) Another fun item–novelty paper clip holder: [https://www.amazon.com/Mustard-Magnetic-Paper-Clip-Dispenser/dp/B00NIVEQ6M/ref=sr\_1\_2?s=home-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1543638884&sr=1-2&keywords=novelty+paper+clip+holder](https://www.amazon.com/Mustard-Magnetic-Paper-Clip-Dispenser/dp/B00NIVEQ6M/ref=sr_1_2?s=home-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1543638884&sr=1-2&keywords=novelty+paper+clip+holder) Mustard Magnetic…Hey, it’s got your username on it! And this one holds several office accessories: > **[Amazon.com : Colorful Items The Butt Station Desk Accessory Tape Dispenser :...](https://www.amazon.com/Butt-Station-Accessory-Dispenser-Storage/dp/B001KXRKY0)** > > This started off being just a gag gift for a coworker but everyone is wanting a butt station a fun art deco desk accessory that includes a pen holder, tape dispenser, memo/card holder, paper clip holder and just a great conversation piece all in one... Hot dog stapler: > **[Amazon.com : NPW-USA Hot Dog Stapler : Office Products](https://www.amazon.com/NPW-NP26252-NPW-USA-Hot-Stapler/dp/B012NIQH62)** > > Amazon.com : NPW-USA Hot Dog Stapler : Office Products Ceramic mug with a creepy creature at the bottom: > **[Amazon.com | Creature Cups Octopus Ceramic Cup (11 Ounce, Wedgewood Blue)|...](https://www.amazon.com/Creature-Cups-Octopus-Ounce-Wedgewood/dp/B007RETY68)** > > Shop Creature Cups at the Amazon Dining & Entertaining store. Free Shipping on eligible items. Everyday low prices, save up to 50%. ---
**Author:** ![That\_Don\_Guy](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/that_don_guy/32/538_2.png) [@That\_Don\_Guy](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/That_Don_Guy)\ **Post date:** [December 1, 2018, 4:45am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/need-a-christmas-gift-idea-for-under-25-from-amazon-need-answer-fast/825281/18 "2018-12-01T04:45:13Z")
It may be a little dated, but [you can’t go wrong with this](https://www.amazon.com/Triumph-Straight-Dope-Cecil-Adams/dp/034542008X/ref=sr_1_fkmr1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1543639426&sr=8-1-fkmr1&keywords=straight+dope+calendar) ---
**Author:** ![Heracles](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/heracles/32/487_2.png) [@Heracles](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Heracles)\ **Post date:** [December 1, 2018, 2:32pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/need-a-christmas-gift-idea-for-under-25-from-amazon-need-answer-fast/825281/19 "2018-12-01T14:32:14Z")
Not very original, but a small [phone battery pack](https://www.amazon.com/Anker-PowerCore-Lipstick-Sized-Generation-Batteries/dp/B005X1Y7I2/ref=sr_1_5_acs_osp_osp35-3d330182-15_2?s=wireless&ie=UTF8&qid=1543674593&sr=1-5-acs&keywords=phone+charger+battery&tag=heavy0013-20&ascsubtag=3d330182-15ca-450f-a6ac-4c389d5c1587&linkCode=oas&cv_ct_id=amzn1.osp.3d330182-15ca-450f-a6ac-4c389d5c1587&cv_ct_pg=search&cv_ct_wn=osp-search&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_i=phone+charger+battery&pf_rd_t=301&pf_rd_p=7f6b8bb9-631f-46f6-b8ad-496a9af123d5&pf_rd_r=G29KGJNAT1HBP3F3PFET&pd_rd_wg=8x7Hk&pf_rd_s=desktop-sx-inline&pd_rd_w=IV9YB&pd_rd_r=d807747f-35b8-4ccd-ae69-3eabea3a4b81&creativeASIN=B005X1Y7I2&pf_rd_t=301&pf_rd_p=7f6b8bb9-631f-46f6-b8ad-496a9af123d5&pd_rd_w=IV9YB&pf_rd_s=desktop-sx-inline&pd_rd_i=B005X1Y7I2&pd_rd_r=d807747f-35b8-4ccd-ae69-3eabea3a4b81&pd_rd_wg=8x7Hk&pf_rd_i=phone+charger+battery&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_r=G29KGJNAT1HBP3F3PFET) is something most people could use once in a while. Many price points. ---
**Author:** ![carrps](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/carrps/32/2957_2.png) [@carrps](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/carrps)\ **Post date:** [December 2, 2018, 1:37am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/need-a-christmas-gift-idea-for-under-25-from-amazon-need-answer-fast/825281/20 "2018-12-02T01:37:43Z")
> [@Beckdawrek](#): > > A manicure set. I love getting those. How many do you need? 😃