Kim’s 2025 holiday gift guide!

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Welcome! Gift shopping stressing you out? Don’t worry!

I dug through the sea of fake reviews and gimmicks for sweet savings on the things you’ll actually want.

From the latest gadgets to everyday items you’ll use all the time, this is the place to find the best stuff.

Think of me as your secret elf who cut out the guesswork for you.

How much do you want to spend?

Under $10 $10 to $24 $25 to $49 $50 to $74 $75 to $99 $100+

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Tired eyes?

Slip on this heated eye massager and soothe away hours of screen strain and stress while boosting circulation. It’s even FSA/HSA eligible.

$52 on Amazon

Set ’em, forget ’em

These auto-sensing LED night lights turn on at dusk and off at dawn. They’re dimmable and energy-friendly. Total win-win!

$19 on Amazon

Steady shot buddy

 Capture smooth videos with a flexible phone tripod. The wireless remote lets you snap group pics without asking a stranger.

$18 on Amazon

Hear every detail

The Amazon Fire TV Soundbar Plus packs a built-in subwoofer and Dolby Atmos, so movies sound like a real theater. Just plug it into the HDMI, power on, and you’re rolling.

$150 on Amazon

Noise that saves

Clip a personal safety alarm to your key chain, and boom, it unleashes an earsplitting 135 dB siren and strobe light when you need it.

$15 on Amazon

Mini Fort Knox

Amazon Basics’ security safe is a solid steel lockbox that fits in a closet or drawer. Perfect for personal documents and keepsakes.

$46 on Amazon

Travel in style

Wear this unisex anti-theft money belt that has a secret zipper pocket for cash or small valuables you don’t want stolen.

$14 on Amazon

Smart and simple

Screw in this light bulb security cam like a normal bulb to watch your porch in 2.5K. Waterproof and works with Alexa and Google Assistant.

$50 on Amazon

Pocket-size protection

Outsmart digital juice-jackers. This leather wallet physically blocks anyone from secretly scanning his bank and credit cards and stealing them. Holds up to 11 cards.

$12 on Amazon

Boss level VR

The Meta Quest 3S comes with access to 40+ games and exclusive in-game items. Total crowd-pleaser for gamers and curious newbies alike.

$250 on Amazon

For book lovers

The newest Kindle is lighter, faster and easier on the eyes. Get it for someone who always has “one more chapter” in them.

$80 on Amazon

Work, read, relax

This memory-foam reading pillow is portable, ergonomic and way better than hunching over the coffee table.

$46 on Amazon

No tech powers needed

This incredible sound booster makes your phone instantly louder without connecting via Bluetooth. Perfect for seniors or anyone who wants louder calls without any tech headaches.

$28 on Amazon

Smile saver

Four modes (30-150 PSI) blast away the crud your string floss and toothbrush miss. Won’t hog the countertop and comes with a travel bag.

$19 on Amazon

Hear me out

This electric ear cleaner uses warm water to flush out earwax. Just power on, and any gunk gets collected in the separating tank.

$55 on Amazon

Skinny scrubbers

These crevice-cleaning brushes (six-pack) get into the cracks and corners other tools ignore.

$8 on Amazon

Slay those stains

Tide’s travel-size stain remover spray with Oxi erases any evidence of holiday accidents. Works on clothes, carpets and more.

$8 on Amazon

Citrus blast

Drop one of these cleaner tablets in your garbage disposal, and boom, it’ll smell like orange and lemon, not leftover scraps.

$14 on Amazon

Warmth in a flash

Gaiatop’s rechargeable hand warmers heat up in seconds and keep your fingers toasty for hours. Such cute stocking stuffers.

$14 on Amazon

Your pro face

Emeet’s NOVA 4K webcam has a privacy cover when you need it. Autofocus and dual noise-canceling mics make video calls super crisp.

$39 on Amazon

“Alexa, play the movie”

Insignia’s newest smart Fire TV has all your streaming apps built into the screen. 4K can be your New Year’s resolution (lol)

$170 on Amazon

🎧 All-day audio

These Bluetooth headphones last for 76 hours on a single charge. They come in four colors and fold up easily to fit in almost any bag. Great for long flights.

$45 on Amazon

Flyby footage

This 2K smart bird feeder cam has color night vision and AI that IDs 10,000+ species. Great gift for nature lovers.

$86 on Amazon

Fetching good

These super-durable Chuckit! balls bounce high, glow in the dark and outlast your old chewed-up tennis ball.

$18 on Amazon

For creative kiddos

Let the little ones doodle away on an LCD writing tablet. Easy on their eyes thanks to a no-blue-light screen.

$13 on Amazon

Stay cozy, queen

This fuzzy pajama set feels like wearing a warm hug. Choose from seven color options to stay snug all winter long.

$28 on Amazon

For Mr. Fix-It

Give him (or her) a pair of flashlight gloves to light up dark corners. They’re rechargeable, waterproof and make great stocking stuffers.

$14 on Amazon

Alexa just got an upgrade

Amazon’s new smart display packs clearer sound, tinier bezels, and rests on a fabric-wrapped base. Plus, an improved camera finds you faster on calls.

$55 on Amazon

Quick-cook guide

Stick an air fryer cheat sheet on your fridge. You’ll never Google “air fryer time for a turkey breast” again.

$8 on Amazon

Spoiled leftovers?

Not with a mason jar vacuum sealer. Press one button, and boom, it seals tight. Comes in 10 colors.

$23 on Amazon

One-board wonder

This “Build-A-Board” is part cutting board, part storage box. Snap the lid on, and your charcuterie spread stays locked down.

$23 on Amazon

🥤 Tough tumbler

Yeti’s Rambler has double-wall insulation and a MagSlider lid, keeping your hot or cold drinks the way you like them.

$25 on Amazon

🔪 A cut above

A sharp gift for your sharpest person. Grab a 15-piece set of high-carbon stainless steel blades that are built to last. They’ll get used every day, not hidden in a drawer.

$36 on Amazon

That “new car” smell

Clip in a car air freshener so your ride smells less … lived-in. Pick from 14 fresh scents.

$11 on Amazon

Spa day at home

These shower steamers are perfect gifts. Made with real essential oils, not fake fragrances.

$20 on Amazon

Shine on

Crest’s 3D whitestrips brighten your smile in just 20 minutes. Plus, 22 treatments keep the sparkle lasting for weeks.

$30 on Amazon

Face glow-up

TruSkin’s Vitamin C serum tackles dark spots and fine lines. You’ll look like you really got eight hours of sleep.

$21 on Amazon

Brush boss

Stay clean on the go. Comes with a travel case and lasts for two weeks on one charge. No more buying disposable brushes you’ll throw out after your trip.

$60 on Amazon

Festive designs

You’re giving a gift card to someone. These little envelope boxes (12-pack) make it feel thoughtful instead of “yeah, I forgot.”

$12 on Amazon

Rise and shine

This sunrise alarm clock looks straight out of a sci-fi movie. The dual alarms are perfect for couples on different schedules.

$36 on Amazon

Clean sweep

Bissell’s PowerClean FurFinder is a pet-parent dream machine. Lightweight, self-standing and doubles as a handheld vac.

$130 on Amazon

Outsmart porch pirates

Ring’s budget-friendly cousin installs without wiring, talks with Alexa and runs two years on AAA batteries. Tiny price, big peace of mind.

$30 on Amazon

Anti-hack pack

These Faraday bags are fireproof, waterproof and block 98% of tracking signals to protect your phone against digital theft.

$13 on Amazon

Sound that travels

Clip this waterproof Bluetooth speaker to your backpack or showerhead and enjoy 32 hours of audio without recharging.

$22 on Amazon

Mini movie magic

Turns any wall into an HD theater. It adjusts the angle automatically, so you don’t have to get off the couch.

$50 on Amazon

Light & long-lasting

Apple’s latest MacBook Air will last you forever. I’m begging for my 5-year-old model to die

$749 on Amazon

Screen dream

Upgrade your desktop. This 27-inch external monitor gives you smooth 100Hz motion and a borderless design that makes everything feel cinematic.

$120 on Amazon

Pretty tough

One spray and you’ll wipe away gunk without that nose-curling chemical smell. 4.4 stars & 43K+ reviews.

$6 on Amazon

Dry boost

Faster drying + softer clothes = dryer balls that reduce static and fluff things up naturally.

$8 on Amazon

Swipe n’ shine

From mirrors to car windows, this works on any smooth surface. Bonus: two adhesive hooks.

$10 on Amazon

Fur everywhere?

Roll it and trap hair in a built-in bin. No peeling sticky sheets. 4.4 stars & 36K+ reviews.

$18 on Amazon

Bling bath

Drop in your bling and let tiny sonic waves gently blast away gunk. It’s like a spa day for your sparkle.

$24 on Amazon

Give nostalgia a new life

Plug this into your computer, and boom, you’ve got digital copies forever. Your family will cry, laugh and maybe roast your old hairstyle.

$42 on Amazon

Magic mirror on the go

Your makeup’s only as good as your lighting. Perfect for dingy hotel rooms or when you’re rushing before a Zoom call.

$10 on Amazon

Treat time meets playtime

Fill it with treats and watch your pup burn energy while brain-training. Works for any size dog.

$10 on Amazon

Forget sprays and streaks

It’s like a lint roller for your phone or laptop. No liquids and rinses clean in seconds.

$13 on Amazon

Eyes on the road 24/7

Wide-angle front and rear cameras cover you from bumper to bumper. A 24-hour parking monitor keeps an eye on your car while you sleep or shop. In a wreck? The collision sensor autosaves the footage.

$100 on Amazon

See what you’ve been missing

Protect your specs and double as lens cleaners. Your shirt can retire from smudge duty.

$9 on Amazon

Stop digital pickpockets

Stylish and secure, this thin wallet stops RFID scanning and looks good doing it.

$22 on Amazon

Tough but easy clean

Slice meat on one side, veggies on the other. Nonstick and totally dishwasher-safe.

$28 on Amazon

Don’t stress, flex

This nonelastic band has 10 loops for targeting your legs, back, shoulders and more. Perfect for the person who feels a little stiff.

$14 on Amazon

Your cleanup shortcut

Catches drips and spills, so you don’t have to spend hours scrubbing away the charred fossils of your leftovers.

$8 on Amazon

Real bowl-buster

Silicone bristles + flexible head = one clean porcelain throne that doesn’t turn into a germ swamp.

$12 on Amazon

Built for the long haul

With a comfy over-ear fit, mic for video calls and up to 70 hours of playtime, you can fly from New York to Tokyo without recharging once.

$23 on Amazon

Eyes where they shouldn’t be?

Scan your hotel room, Airbnb or sketchy bathroom. Even sniffs out GPS trackers and listening devices.

$27 on Amazon

Your pipe’s winter coat

Slip on a two-pack of outdoor faucet covers before the first frost. Way cheaper than a plumber visit.

$7 on Amazon

Stay a step ahead

These sleeves physically block anyone from scanning your card when you’re not using it. Cheap fix, big piece of mind.

$6 on Amazon

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