25 best white elephant gifts under $30 — our top picks for 2025

The Cocktail Box Co. Old Fashioned Cocktail Kit
You can't go wrong by bringing a mini cocktail kit to the white elephant exchange. When wrapped up, it's tiny size might be overlooked, but this is a gift party-goers will want to grab. The kit comes with everything they need to become a mixologist. It turns making their favorite drink into a fun activity.

White Elephant Succulent Planter
If you're looking for a literal approach to the White Elephant gift exchange, this ceramic elephant planter is the perfect pick for you to bring to the party. It's perfect for planting succulents and herbs in one's home or office.

LED Holiday Hat
This cute holiday hat will win over any recipient with its colorful blinking lights and its cute snowman design. It also features super soft sweater material to keep them warm.

Krifey Wearable Blanket Hoodie
This is a silly gift in theory, but I'd be willing to bet the recipient will be wearing it all winter long! Available in a plethora of colors and designs, this wearable blanket hoodie will keep its winner warm and cozy while lounging or relaxing. It's also one-size fits all so it's a great gift for anyone.

Mini Portable Bluetooth Karaoke Machine
This white elephant find doubles as both a gift and a party-starter! The mini karaoke machine is Bluetooth-enabled, comes with two microphones and even features dazzling lights. After the gift exchange, the recipient can break it out and use it as some fun party entertainment.

Apple AirTag
The Apple AirTag is an excellent key finder that is extremely easy to set up and does a great job of locating your valuables. In other words, it's useful for just about anyone — especially someone who's always misplacing their keys or wallet.

JBL Go 3 Bluetooth Speaker
The JBL Go 3 is the ideal Bluetooth speaker for the traveler or outdoor adventurer in your life. It's IP67 waterproof and dustproof, and ultra-compact in size. But it still offers surprisingly strong sound and up to five hours of playback on a single battery charge.

Roku Streaming Stick HD 2025
One of the best Roku streaming devices, this compact box turns any regular TV or projector into a fully functional smart TV. It grants you access to hundreds of streaming apps and can be used to wirelessly stream pictures and videos from your iPhone or iPad to your TV over AirPlay. Anyone will be lucky to snag this!

Govee LED Light Strip
This LED light strip is as affordable as you'll find without compromising convenient features such as Bluetooth app control. It comes with preset scenes, music sync modes and versatile configuration choices. If you're going to a work party, whoever receives this gift can use it as some festive decor for their desk.

Avocado Bluetooth Wireless Speaker
Upon opening this gift, the recipient may think they've received a fake avocado. However, they'll soon be excited to learn that it's actually a Bluetooth speaker that offers three hours of playing time off a single charge and connects to your phone up to 30 feet away. It also comes in other designs like an octopus, turtle, sloth and more.

Homesick Scented Candle White Elephant
Stumped on what to bring to the white elephant exchange? This Homesick Candle is a no-brainer and is sure to be a hit. Its intoxicating notes of candied orange and champagne will kick off the holiday festivities as the smell of gingerbread cookies get you excited for Santa's arrival.

Retro Record Coasters for Drinks
Vinyl gifts can be pricey, but vinyl-themed gifts don't have to be. We love these cute record coasters that sit on a miniature record player. This fun set of six is sure to get stolen by a music-lover at the party.

Host Freeze Beer Glasses
Any beer lover is sure to steal these beer glasses that keep your favorite beer cold for longer. All you have to do is stick these in the freezer for two hours and fill it up with your favorite beer. The beer glass's insulated plastic walls are filled with proprietary cooling gel that will finish the job.

Bedsure Satin Pillowcase
This satin pillowcase is an affordable upgrade for a better night's sleep. They're soft on hair and preferred for sensitive skin, but feel luxurious even if those aren't concerns for your recipient. You can actually buy two or three while staying in your budget.

Penguin Cocktail Shaker
What's more fun than receiving a cocktail shaker? Receiving a penguin cocktail shaker! The shaker's fun and functional design will whip up some delicious beverages and also add some character to anyone's kitchen or home bar.

LEGO Botanicals Happy Plants
Who knew a Lego Botanicals set could be this adorable? These Lego dracaena and pilae plants come in pots with faces, arms and legs. They're perfect for adding cuteness and color to your home decor.

Educational Insights Kanoodle
Kanoodle has taken TikTok by storm, and it's no surprise. This addictive brain teaser game is a joy to solve alone or with a group of friends. Any recipient will be excited to try it out.

Tabletop Mini Bowling Game
This tabletop bowling game is a fun gift that one can add to their desk at work or coffee table at home. It's also a great way to take a break from the grind and relieve some stress.

Who's Most Likely To... Party Game
Add a little excitement to your holiday party or gathering with this game that will have you pointing fingers in no time! The point of the game is to decide who in the group is "Most Likely To..." based on the phrase on the card selected. It's the mostly clean version of the game.

Hasbro Jenga: Super Mario Edition Game
The classic Jenga game gets the Super Mario treatment, but in this game, your goal is to make it to the top to defeat Bowser without knocking down the tower when you move your character peg. Mario-lovers will jump all over this gift!

The Stay-Hot Camp Mug
You might start a war with this one! Stanley cups are super popular and pretty much everyone wants one. From keeping 24 ounces of coffee hot and fresh to chilling your cold beverages, this holiday stainless steel camp mug will definitely be a coveted item.

Electric Wine Bottle Opener
I don't know about you, but I love an electric wine opener. I received one as a gift a while back and I would never go back to a traditional corkscrew. Case in point: this electric wine bottle opener is a great white elephant gift.

Mike's Hot Honey Original & Extra Hot Combo
If you ask me, hot honey is the best condiment to put on pretty much anything. Mike's Hot offers the perfect combination of sweet and heat, making this two-pack a delectable holiday gift for anyone.

Hamilton Beach Breakfast Sandwich Maker
A breakfast sandwich is a fan favorite! That's why whoever receives this White Elephant gift is sure to love how easy it will be to cook breakfast. They'll be able to cook all their ingredients in one place and have a delicious sandwich ready in 5 minutes or less.

DASH My Pint Electric Ice Cream Maker
This brilliant ice cream maker lets you make homemade ice cream right from your kitchen. It's a great gift idea for an ice cream-lover, so they can experiment their own creations. You can use it for gelatos and sorbets, too.