Whether it’s finding something you’d like for yourself or deciding what to get for a friend or family member, gift buying is hard.
We’re in the run-up to Christmas and Thanksgiving now, where everyone is feverishly spending on Black Friday sales to try and find that perfect gift before it’s too late.
Below you’ll find some of our most recommended gifts this year, from handy accessories that are light on the wallet to game-changing home cinema players that’ll require a much larger budget.
But you can rest assured that everything in this list has either been reviewed by us or used by a member of our expert team of tech expats over an extended period.
Kaleidescape Strato E
Whether it’s for someone else or a treat for yourself, the Strato E is the ultimate consumer-friendly way to buy and download the latest movies in the highest possible quality.
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This metal box looks diminutive, but inside there’s a 480GB SSD that can hold around six Dolby Vision HDR 4K, lossless audio-toting movies that play back in such glorious quality you’ll struggle to go back to Netflix.
If you want more space, there’s the Strato V, which stores roughly 10 Kaleidescape 4K movies. Either way, this is a gift that will keep film lovers entertained (in the highest quality possible) for years to come.
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TwelveSouth Airfly Pro 2
If you’re buying for someone who travels regularly, the Airfly could easily become their most-used possession.
This little device plugs into the 3.5mm headphone socket on planes and allows Bluetooth headphones to be used with those antiquated in-flight entertainment systems.
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No longer will anyone need to rely on those awful provided earbuds, and miss out on the joy of ANC.
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Auk Mini
If you’re after a tech-fuelled gift for a green-fingered friend, this is it. The Auk Mini is the best way to grow herbs and salad leaves at home, even when space is limited.
The Auk screams Scandinavian style, with its minimalist modern design. It almost looks futuristic, like it’s out of a Sci-Fi film. It’s easy to set up, the plants grow very fast, and you can just get it going and then leave it. The perfect gift that’ll certainly get people talking.
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Logitech MX Master 4
The Logitech MX Master 4 is probably the best productivity mouse you can buy right now.
This refresh of Logitech’s iconic MX Master is more comfortable to use, has some nice haptic feedback that adds a tactile response and a whole host of customisation options in the stacked companion app.
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UGREEN MagFlow Magnetic Power Bank
Battery pack tech has advanced massively this year, and UGREEN has been one of the brands at the forefront.
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This particular bank is small enough to carry around without adding any noticeable weight to a bag, but its large 10,000mAh capacity and powerful Qi2 can quickly charge an iPhone Air a number of times. You can’t say that about Apple’s official battery pack, which also happens to be pricier.
We also love the magnetic design and handy extra port for keeping AirPods or an Apple Watch juiced up.
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Sky Glass Air
A gift everyone will appreciate, whether they want to catch the latest Premier League football on Sky Sports or the next big show on Sky Atlantic.
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The Glass Air is Sky’s entry-level TV set, ditching the soundbar system of the Glass 2 for a much more affordable, sleeker product. It’s available in three sizes, making it ideal for smaller bedrooms or studies, and it comes in a trio of colours too, including dark green and white.
There’s a 4K HDR display, built-in Sky with all the channels, plus live catch-up services, and a handy voice remote too. It’s the complete package.
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Ruark R2 Mk4
You might think buying someone a radio in 2025 is a little…odd. Well, the Ruark R2 Mk4 is far from the average radio, and it would look fantastic in just about anyone’s lounge.
Aesthetically, this thing is gorgeous. It’s all sleek and wooden, with a classy finish that looks distinctively low tech.
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It’s still very powerful though, with enjoyable sound across various genres and Bluetooth and Wi-Fi for when DAB or DAB+ radio doesn’t suffice.
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This is the ultimate gift for that person in your life who loves to write, journals daily or just makes lots (and lots) of lists. The Paper Pro Move is a smaller, more portable take on Remarkable’s best-in-class digital paper tablet, and it’s seriously fun to use.
The slightly textured display actually feels like paper when you’re writing on it with the included stylus, and all notes and doodles are backed up and accessible from any device. There are a bunch of templates to get started too.
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Whoop MG
The Whoop MG is more than a fitness band. This could change someone’s life for the better, whether they’re deep into their fitness regime or looking to start out in 2026.
The band captures all the vital stats, from movement to heart rate, and then feeds it back to Whoop’s feature-packed app. It can help improve sleep, ensure targets are hit and alert when maybe it’s time to leave the running shoes on the rack for the day and grab another mince pie.
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Thermomix TM7
This is the ultimate kitchen gadget, and an ideal gift for someone special (or yourself, that’s absolutely fine too…). The TM7 can do it all: cook, blend, chop, peel, mix dough and whisk. Heck, it can even sous vide. The icing on the cake? It’s even easy to clean.
There’s a big 10-inch screen on the front for jumping through the options and modes – making it very easy to control and master.
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Basically, this is the single kitchen gadget required to whip up a festive feast.
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Ninja Crispi
Air fryers might seem like a very 2021 gift, but trust us – the Crispi is an air fryer for people who don’t really like air fryers.
For one, it can be broken down and packed away. The main components are housed in the lid, and the food is cooked in a glass bowl that can also be used to store leftovers afterwards. The compact nature means it is ideal for those who don’t have the space for a hulking air fryer.
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The operation is simple, the results are excellent, and it looks good thanks to a predominantly glass design. It might not be the best pick for huge families, but for smaller clans, it’s our favourite air fryer.
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Technics EAH-AZ100
Our favourite wireless earbuds of 2025 would make a great gift.
The Technics EAH-AZ100 tick all the boxes we look for in a top-class set of buds. They have excellent sound, top-class noise cancelling and don’t skimp on things that are often forgotten about, like the brilliant call quality and plentiful customisation options to really tweak the sound.
Add in fantastic battery life and Dolby Atmos support, and the package is complete.
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Bang & Olufsen Beosound A1 3rd Gen
If someone has asked for a Bluetooth speaker this Christmas, the Beosound A1 3rd Gen is the one we recommend.
Not only is it beautifully designed with a mixture of metal and leather making up the bulk, but it’s the first Cradle To Cradle-certified Bluetooth speaker. This means it is repairable and is a gift that’ll last a lot longer than the typical Bluetooth speaker.
Elsewhere, the sound is great – especially for the size – and the battery life is terrific. We managed to get around 24 hours of juice from a single charge.
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Nintendo Switch 2 + Games
Yes, it’s a little bit obvious – but the Switch 2 is a great Christmas gift for anyone of any age.
The successor to one of the most popular consoles of all time brings with it a better screen, a faster chip for improved performance and far more comfortable Joy Cons. Basically, the Switch 2 is better than the original model in just about every way,
There are some cracking games already to pair with the console too, including Mario Kart World, Donkey Kong Bananza and of course the upcoming Metroid Prime 4: Beyond.
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Gandys Urban Trek Recycled Modular 3 in 1 Backpack
If you’re buying for someone who already has all the best tech, why not get them something to put it all in?
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There are loads of excellent backpacks, but this one stands out for a number of reasons. First, it looks great, and is made from water-resistant, recyclable nylon. There’s a slot inside for a 16-inch laptop, and a couple of large pockets on the sides for bottles or smaller tripods.
The real standout feature though, is the modular design. On the front, there’s a removable pouch – perfect for cables – that can either be popped inside, attached to the front or paired with an included strap to make it a smaller day bag.
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Anker Prime Power Bank (26K, 300W)
This is an absolute beast of a charger, ideal for those on the go who need a lot of juice. It’s also great for camping and other adventures.
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Anker’s latest Prime Power Bank can charge a MacBook Pro at full 140W speed, and it delivers 300W max output across two USB-C and one USB-A port. It’s also Anker’s first power bank that supports dual-cable 250W max recharging, meaning you’ll be waiting less time than ever to go from 0-100%.
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Suri 2.0
This is the smartest electric toothbrush around, without actually having any of those annoying ‘smart’ features that seem to take up room in high-end models these days.
The Suri 2.0 is what an Apple toothbrush would probably look like. It’s incredibly slim, sits inside a charging case (that also cleans the brush head) and charges via USB-C. It also has incredible battery life, meaning you (or whoever you’re gifting this to) will only need to charge it about once a month.
This second-gen model has a pressure sensor to alert when you’re brushing a little too hard, a redesigned wireless charger and a handy cap to keep the head safe in your washbag.
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