The ultimate holiday gift guide 2025 — carefully curated gifts for everyone on your list

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'Tis the season to show off those gifting skills! And if you're in need of a little assistance, we have good news: Tom's Guide is here to make your shopping easier and more enjoyable than ever before. All year long, our team of product experts have been taking mental notes of the best gizmos and gadgets on the market that make for prefect presents — and now it's our time to shine!

We’ve handpicked the very best items for everyone on your list from gadget lovers and gamers to travelers and the impossible-to-shop-for crowd. Now that it's December, the clock is ticking! If you haven't already, you'll want to start checking friends and loved ones off your list.

So, before you panic-buy another pair of socks, take a look at this list. No matter who you’re buying for this holiday season, you’ll find the perfect pick right here.

Affordable Gifts

Good news: thoughtful and memorable gifts don't have to come with a hefty price tag. We've rounded up items at all different price points. You can still surprise friends and family with something they love — that won't break the bank. We’ve curated a range of wallet-friendly finds at various price points.

Tech Gifts

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If you've got a tech-lover in your life, you're in luck. Tech is our bread and butter here at Tom's Guide. We test, compare, and obsess over the latest products so you don’t have to. So whether you're shopping for a gamer, a gadget geek or an audiophile, you know our picks are sure to earn you serious brownie points with any tech enthusiast.

Unique Gifts

Gift Guide 2025 — (Image credit: Amazon)

No one wants a boring gift — that's why we're here to give you some creative inspiration. Whether you're heading to a white elephant gift exchange or you're looking for something unique or quirky for the person who has everything, we've come up with some gifting ideas that go beyond the expected. These finds are sure to spark some smiles.

Smart Gifts

Let's face it: we all have a smart gadget enthusiast in our lives. And whether they're addicted to the latest AI tools or they're constantly upgrading their smart home with the latest innovations, finding a gift that truly impresses them can feel like a challenge. That’s why we’ve rounded up some clever and cutting-edge picks designed to satisfy even the most tech-obsessed.

Olivia is a Deals Writer at Tom’s Guide. She loves all things lifestyle, shopping, and sourcing the best deals from some of the top brands, retailers, and websites around. From fashion and beauty to smart home and tech, she has an eye for finding practical, stylish, and reasonably-priced items that help make life simpler (and a little more aesthetically-pleasing). Olivia has over five years of experience writing lifestyle, commerce, and branded content for Patch.com. In her free time, she enjoys trying out new exercise classes, binge-watching the latest viral TV shows, cooking, spending time with family, and taking long walks with her dog, Gus.

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