Gifts

Gift shopping doesn’t have to be stressful. We’re here to help. Whether you’re shopping for your mom or dad, kids or grandparents, teachers or co-workers, or anybody else on your list, we have gift ideas for everyone.

A few of our favorites

Gifts for babies and kids

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  • Our three favorite scooters for kids.

    The Best Kids Scooters

    by Katharine Gammon

    We’ve compared 19 kids scooters over the past six years, and we’re confident that the popular Micro Maxi is a worthwhile investment in longtime fun.

  • The 34 Best Gifts for 6-Year-Olds

    by Kelly Glass and Wirecutter Staff

    DIY kits, craft activities, and board games make great gifts for 6-year-olds who are ready to tackle projects and follow more-complicated instructions.

  • A Loog Mini Acoustic Guitar, shown on a blue paper background.

    The 33 Best Gifts for 5-Year-Olds

    by Kelly Glass, Caitlin Giddings, and Wirecutter Staff

    Gifts that tap into art, science, sports, or construction are often great choices for 5-year-olds, since many of them are developing personal interests.

Gifts for grown-ups

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  • A bunch of of our favorite engagement gifts displayed together next to a few bouquets of white roses, in front of a green background.

    The 11 Best Engagement Gifts

    by Samantha Schoech and Mari Uyehara

    Commemorate the sparkle of your favorite newly engaged couple with just the right finds.

  • Some gifts under $100 on a purple background, including an Instax camera, sunglasses, pints of ice cream, and headphones.

    The 50 Best Gifts Under $100

    by Samantha Schoech

    True delight and even a bit of luxury can be found for $100. Check out our picks.

More Gifts Posts

  • A Hay Kaleido Tray with a note that says "welcome" on it, with some Recchiuti Confections Black Box chocolates and wool felt coasters scattered around it.

    21 Host and Hostess Gifts

    by Samantha Schoech and Mari Uyehara

    Whether it’s a dinner party or long weekend, thank your host or hostess with one of these delicious, beautiful, or useful gifts.

  • Gifts under $25 which include a handful of our picks on display, like colored pencils, plants, gua sha tool, and coffee cup.

    The 55 Best Gifts Under $25

    by Samantha Schoech

    We firmly believe gifts don’t have to be pricey to be stylish, useful, surprising, and delightful.

  • Candles, chopsticks, masking tape, a tin of sardines, and an eye mask - all gifts under $10 that Wirecutter recommends.

    The 42 Best Gifts Under $10

    by Samantha Schoech

    Yes, you can get someone a great gift for one Alexander Hamilton and a little inspiration.

  • Last-minute Father's Day gifts include a toolbox, an old fashioned tabletop radio, a Rubik's cube, a Stanley growler, and sunglasses.

    The 32 Best Last-Minute Father’s Day Gifts

    by Samantha Schoech and Mari Uyehara

    If you haven’t gotten your dad a gift yet, don’t worry. The picks here arrive in two days or less—or in his email inbox right this minute.

  • Magna-tiles shown assembled in various structures against a blue background.

    The 33 Best Gifts for 4-Year-Olds

    by Kelly Glass, Caitlin Giddings, and Wirecutter Staff

    Toys that encourage building, puzzling, role-playing, and creating will engage curious 4-year-olds.

  • The Learning Resources Smart Snacks Shape-Sorting Cupcakes shown against a pink background.

    The 38 Best Gifts for 3-Year-Olds

    by Caitlin Giddings and Wirecutter Staff

    Open-ended toys that inspire role-playing and beginner board games that encourage cooperation make great gifts for 3-year-olds.

  • The Grimm’s Spiel und Holz Small Rainbow, shown with its various nesting pieces.

    The 31 Best Gifts for 1-Year-Olds

    by Caitlin Giddings and Wirecutter Staff

    Some of the best gifts for 1-year-olds are those that engage kids’ rapidly developing motor skills, sensory exploration, and boundless curiosity.

  • As assortment of our picks for best gifts for teachers on a purple background.

    The 37 Best Gifts for Teachers

    by Alexandra Ballard

    Teachers appreciate any heartfelt gesture from students, but you can also give them something thoughtful for their classroom—or themselves.

  • Some Father's Day Gift recommendations, which include the Crocs Dylan Clog, cards, a Nisaku stainless steel knife, a toolbox, golf balls, and more.

    The 28 Best Father’s Day Gifts

    by Samantha Schoech

    Whether he’s a hiker, a baker, or a decision maker, there’s a perfect gift to let Dad know he’s loved.

  • A selection of our favorite gifts for coworkers, including a Hoptimist, a glass dry-erase board, a few small succulents, and a mug warmer.

    The 27 Best Gifts for Co-Workers

    by Samantha Schoech and Mari Uyehara

    Whether you’re seeing your co-workers in the office or on a screen, show them you care with these desk- and home-friendly gift ideas.

  • A collection of dog related items, including a few dog toys, dog shampoo and a dog collar.

    The 22 Best Gifts for Dogs and Dog Lovers

    by Samantha Schoech and Mari Uyehara

    Here we present very good gifts for very good dogs (and their humans)—all vetted by Wirecutter’s pet-loving staffers.

  • A variety of Anniversary Gifts featuring a tool box, champagne glasses, cards, a lit candle, sunglasses, and more.

    The 26 Best Anniversary Gifts by Year

    by Samantha Schoech and Mari Uyehara

    Celebrate your relationship and commitment with gifts that remind your partner how much they’re loved.