26 best gifts to give your co-workers

Shopping for your family and loved ones is tough as it is, but if you're part of a workplace gift exchange, Secret Santa or white elephant then you know that finding a gift for someone you might not know very well can be even harder. That's why we came up with a list of the best gifts for co-workers to please everyone in your workplace.

Whether you're looking for simple, but effective gift ideas for co-workers or want to show your work friends that you appreciate them during the holidays, these are the perfect gifts for any kind of co-worker.

1. Corkcicle Insulated Wine Tumbler

For the one who's always up for happy hour

If you've got a co-worker who's always suggesting to get drinks after work, introduce them to the Corkcicle, an insulated tumbler for wine, cocktails, beer, and more. Of course, they can also just use it for water, but what's the fun in that? This tumbler comes in a range of playful colors, and its spill-resistant lid and insulated body will keep cold drinks cold for hours.

2. ErgoFoam Ergonomic Foot Rest

For the WFH co-worker

While we don't recommend taking your shoes off at work, we would gladly encourage it for the work from home crowd. The ErgoFoam Ergonomic Foot Rest is a great gift for those who have almost perfected their home office. The footrest comes in four different colors and two sizes, tall and regular, making it great for anyone.

3. Genuine Fred Manatea silicone tea infuser

For the one who doesn't drink coffee

If your work bestie prefers steeping tea at home, treat them to the best tea infuser we've ever tested. This novelty infuser is both absolutely charming and actually works wonders. The Manatea's tiny fins hold the infuser in place while tea steeps, and its silicone body makes it easy to rinse and clean.

4. Asakuki Portable Essential Oil Diffuser

For a great self-care gift

Upgrade your co-workers relaxation routine and keep them in good spirits with the Asakuki Portable Essential Oil Diffuser. It's one of our favorite essential oil diffusers because of its simple design and quiet operation, making it a great gift for co-workers looking to wind down after long days.

5. Zojirushi Stainless Steel Mug

For the one with who loves hot coffee

When we were testing travel mugs, our tester accidentally left a Zojirushi full of hot coffee in the car overnight and it was still piping hot the next day. Naturally, we crowned it the best travel mug on the market right now. It's ready for those who like nursing one cup of coffee throughout the day in their home office or want a midday pick-me-up during their afternoon walk. Plus, its sleek design fits into any cupholder, messenger bag, or backpack with ease.

6. Amazon Basics 500-Watt Ceramic Small Space Personal Mini Heater

For cold workspaces

Nothing makes you dread work like having to work in a chilly office. Conversely, nothing improves your mood during colder months than a toasty work environment. This desk heater is one of the best gift ideas for co-workers because it has the potential of giving their space a cozy upgrade for an incredibly affordable price.

7. GRUB2GO Premium Bento Lunch Box

For the one who always packs a lunch

This is a gift for the co-workers who are still proudly brown bagging it. A bento box is a great way to pack a tasty work lunch, and the GRUB2GO not only comes with two tiers, but food separators, utensils, a lid that doubles as a chopping board, and even a carrying bag. Where bento technology goes after this is anyone's guess.

8. Nulaxy Laptop Stand

For the co-worker with a sweet desk set up

Do you often find yourself hunching over your laptop just as it's time to call it for the day? Chances are your co-workers are feeling the same. The Nulaxy Laptop Stand is a great gift to give co-workers who could use a step up for their laptop and their posture.

9. Mario Badescu Facial Spray

For the one with perfect makeup

Whether your co-worker is known for their gorgeous makeup looks or tends to complain of dry skin and dullness, a bottle of this spray will certainly brighten their day and keep them looking fresh.

10. Genuine Fred Desk Dumpster Pencil Holder with Note Cards

For a hilarious desktop organizer

Sometimes, work can get so hectic it feels like a dumpster fire. So why not mitigate any disasters with this charming dumpster desk organizer? It holds pens, pencils, paper clips, and other office essentials, along with 100 flame-shaped notepads. 

11. CMYK Wavelength: The Party Game Show in a Box

For board gamers

If your co-worker works hard but plays harder let us introduce you to our new favorite game, Wavelength. A game for people of all ages, Wavelength gets you to think about how well you know someone and helps you to get an insight into their brain with a sometimes serious yet funny vibe.

12. DII Rustic Farmhouse Cotton Chevron Blanket Throw

For the one who's always cold

Everyone who works in an office (or from home, for that matter) should have a throw blanket or massive scarf on hand in case the heat breaks or it's just freezing in the winter. This oversized chevron throw is gender-neutral, lightweight, and just cozy enough to keep your most temperature-sensitive co-worker warm throughout the day. Plus, they won't be embarrassed to bring it into the office when it does reopen.

13. Baggu Standard Reusable Shopping Bag

For the one with too much stuff to carry

I don't go anywhere without one of these reusable shopping bags from Baggu stuffed into my purse. Why? They're lightweight, beautifully designed, and sturdy enough to carry any random things I remember I need when out and about. Pick a design to suit your co-worker who never has a free hand — they'll appreciate the help.

14. SMOKO Souffle Pancake Ambient Light

For the co-worker who loves kawaii stuff

Do we need to waste words on a gift that's this adorable? This stack of souffle pancakes looks delicious enough to eat. It also provides soft ambient light to any room, bedside table, or desktop.

15. Homesick Women's Let's Toast Candle

For an underrated gift

Despite the bad press candles get, they make a great gift for co-workers and just about everyone else. Homesick makes some seriously appealing scents, including "Let's Toast," a celebratory combination of mandarin, grapefruit, apple, pineapple, and champagne grapes, in a candle with a 60–80-hour burn time.

16. Umbra Woodrow Trash Can

For a surprisingly great gift

Who says a trash bin can't be attractive? The Umbra Woodrow Trash Can is a great addition to any cubicle, corner office, or work from home space. It's modern design and natural wood interior make it a standout, whether your co-worker uses it as a trash or recycle bin.

17. Tomtoc 360 Protective Laptop Sleeve

For the one who needs to bring work home

While working from home we still need to protect our laptops from kids who get a little too touchy in their parent's home office or any accidental bumps. With one of our pics for best laptop sleeves, your co-worker can protect it when it's not in use. The Tomtoc 360 Protective Laptop Sleeve has a stylish design, it has a decent amount of padding to protect it. Since you haven't been in the office in a while, it's a good way to say you miss seeing them IRL, too.

18. Zoku Original Slush and Shake Maker

For frozen treats in a flash

Do your co-workers scream for ice cream? The Zoku Original Slush and Shake Maker turns sugary drinks into slurpees and milkshakes which makes it great for co-workers with kids. Simply park this cup in the freezer, pour in your beverage of choice, stir for a few minutes, and enjoy.

19. Murder Mystery Jigsaw Puzzle

For the fan of Agatha Christie and whodunnits

If you have a co-worker who loves detective work, the macabre and maybe even true crime, this puzzle is sure to impress. First, read the story of a mysterious incident. Next, follow the story's narrative to help solve the whodunnit by completing the jigsaw puzzle. Either way, it's up to you to put on that Sherlock hat and solve the preliminary mystery at hand: which puzzle will your co-worker like best?

20. Hummingbird Glass Straws

For the one who wants to save the turtles

Straw bans and single-use plastics have been all over the news for the past few years, so we tested the best reusable straws to help you make the right, environmentally conscious decision. The Hummingbird Glass Straw ranked among our picks for best reusable straws, because it is beautiful, durable, and easy-to-clean, making it the perfect gift for your work buddy who's ditching plastic. This set comes with four straws and a tool to keep them clean.

21. Vekkia 3000K Warm LED Rechargeable Book Light

For the office bookworm

When it comes time to wind down it can be hard to call it a night and for readers the Vekkia 3000K Warm LED Rechargeable Book Light is the perfect gift. This warm LED book light is rechargeable and super portable, making it great for traveling for work or vacation.

22. Glossy Twist Taper Candle

For the stylish co-worker

Perfect for your work bestie, the Glossy Twist Taper Candle from Anthropologie is a fun addition to anyone's home office decor. Choose from seven different colors with a dramatic, glossy sheen to light up your living spaces in style.

23. Misby Mug Warmer

For the co-worker who loves hot coffee and tea

This mug warmer is great because it has an auto turn on and shut off that's similar to your at-home scale. The Misby Mug Warmer keeps hot drinks warm for longer and can also heat up a drink that's gone cold to 120-140℉. It's a great gift for co-workers who love their coffee or tea perpetually hot.

24. ENSO Japanese Zen Garden Kit

For finding your center

How do you release stress at work when you're staring down a clock and it's still not even lunch time? Rake some sand, of course. This zen garden kit not only adds some life to a desktop but allows your co-worker to blow off some steam by dragging a miniature rake across sand. It's strange, but effective.

25. Ferrero Rocher Collection Premium Gourmet Assorted Chocolate

For the one with the sweet tooth

An underrated gift for co-workers is a treat with almost universal appeal: chocolate. Luckily, top of the line chocolates is well within any budget with this 48-pack of Fererro chocolates. This pack contains three different chocolates: the creamy almond and coconut Raffaelo, dark and decadent Rondnoir, and the classic Ferrero Rocher. 

26. LifeAround2Angels Bath Bombs Gift Set

For the co-worker who could use a spa day

If your co-worker is prone to long, arduous days, a long soak with one of the LifeAround2Angels bath bombs can be surprisingly restorative. They're our favorite bathbombs out there because of pleasant scents and colors that soothe without staining your tub.