The 23 Best Smart Tech Gifts Under $100

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Cool tech gifts are always a hit for friends, family, and loved ones during the holidays. But you don't have to drain your savings account to give them some of the best tech gadgets around. We dug deep to find tech gifts with the best prices and features for everyone on your list. 

Here are 23 of our favorites under $100 for this holiday season.



Cameras under $100

Buying a security camera doesn’t have to be a deep-pocketed investment. We found several high-quality, low-price cameras that stream footage right to your smartphone.

1. eufy Security Indoor Cam C120

Budget-friendly camera
eufy indoor solo camera
eufy Security Indoor Cam C120
$28.99 (sale price)

*Amazon.com price as of post date. Offers and availability may vary by location and are subject to change. Read full disclaimer.

The Eufy Indoor Cam is among our favorite budget cameras from the brand. This 3MP camera shoots a crystal clear 2K live stream perfect for watching over kids, pets, and valuables. 

It comes with a slot for a microSD card, eliminating the need for a cloud subscription, and works with Eufy's HomeBase local storage unit for saving even more footage. 

This is an excellent tech gift choice for anyone with anxious pets or a new nursery. And they won't even need to subscribe to use it!

Check out our review of this and other Eufy Cameras here on SafeWise.

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Cameras worth the splurge!

We love to save, but sometimes a camera is worth spending a little extra. If you want to upgrade your security camera game and really dazzle this holiday, check out two of our favorite cams that come in just a bit over that $100 mark.

 

Get all the deets on these splurge-worthy cams in our Holiday Gift Guide.

2. Ring Video Doorbell

Doorbell camera
Original Ring Doorbell product image
Ring Video Doorbell
$54.99 (sale price)

    *Amazon.com price as of post date. Offers and availability may vary by location and are subject to change. Read full disclaimer.

    The Ring Video Doorbell feels like space-age technology at a modest price. It live-streams video to a mobile app so you can watch your doorstep from anywhere. Its two-way communication feature allows you to talk to the mail carrier, neighbors, or any other visitors.

    Learn more from our Ring Doorbell review.

    3. Blink Wired Floodlight Camera

    Indoor/outdoor security
    Blink Wired Floodlight Camera
    $49.99 (sale price)

    *Amazon.com price as of post date. Offers and availability may vary by location and are subject to change. Read full disclaimer.

    The Blink Wired Floodlight Camera sports two bright floodlights that trigger with motion and on-demand. This Blink camera uses hardwiring to deliver power, so it's best for folks with outdoor outlets. With 1080p live stream recording and two-way audio, your giftee can see and speak to anyone on the other side through the Blink app. 

    The Blink Wired Floodlight Camera works with Alexa, so it's an excellent gift for the smart home lover on your list. 

    Check out our Blink camera review for more information.

    Alexa products under $100 

    Alexa comes in many forms. Along with the Amazon Echo, she’s recently found a home in products like microwaves, car phone holders, smartphones, and wall clocks. Learn more about how you can use the famous voice assistant in our Guide to Amazon Alexa.

    We picked a few Alexa products for under $100 that make great gifts for kids, teens, adults, and families. Even better, a few of them are new additions this year, like the updated Echo 5th Gen, new Echo Dot, and Echo Glow

    4. Echo Dot 5th Generation

    Amazon Echo Dot (4th Gen)
    Amazon Echo Dot (5th Gen)
    $22.99 (sale price)

    *Amazon.com price as of post date. Offers and availability may vary by location and are subject to change. Read full disclaimer.

    5. Echo Dot 5th Gen with Clock

    Echo Dot 5th Generation

    The newest Alexa iteration comes in three colors with a slick new speaker. The Echo 5th Gen is a smart speaker with Bluetooth and smart home compatibility to control your home’s smart plugs, bulbs, and other tech.

    Amazon Echo Dot with Clock (5th Gen)
    Echo Dot with Clock (5th gen)
    $34.99 (sale price)

    *Amazon.com price as of post date. Offers and availability may vary by location and are subject to change. Read full disclaimer.

    6. Echo Show 5 (3rd Gen)

    Echo Dot 5th generation with clock

    The newest Echo Dot has a lot of the same features like answering questions, setting timers, or controlling smart home devices. But this version has an improved speaker, new colors available, and new games and skills. The Glacier white dot also has a digital clock display, as seen in the 3rd gen. version.

    Echo Show 5 (3rd gen)
    $95.98
    (sale price)

    *Amazon.com price as of post date. Offers and availability may vary by location and are subject to change. Read full disclaimer.

    7. Echo Glow for Kids

    Echo Show 5 (3nd gen)

    The Echo 5 was the first of Amazon’s Echo devices to debut a screen, which changed the game for Alexa and Amazon Echos everywhere. Its 5.5-inch screen can stream live footage from cameras, stream TV shows, make video calls, and even walk you through recipes. Plus, it’s recently dropped below the $100 mark (when it's on sale).

    Amazon Echo Glow product image

    *Amazon.com price as of post date. Offers and availability may vary by location and are subject to change. Read full disclaimer.

    8. Echo Wall Clock

    Echo Glow for Kids

    This newcomer to the Echo family comes with a colorful night light your kids and you will love. The Echo Glow changes colors based on commands, timers, and schedules.

    One of our favorite features is the Rainbow Timer that changes colors as the Echo counts down, making naptime a little more soothing.

    Amazon Echo Wall Clock

    *Amazon.com price as of post date. Offers and availability may vary by location and are subject to change. Read full disclaimer.

    Echo Wall Clock

    For the person (or persons) on your list who love tech but want to keep things old school. The Echo Wall Clock combines an analog clock face with Alexa smart assistant fitting for any room in the house. They can set timers, alarms, and more with this handy, affordable tech gift. 

     

    Workouts, wearables & fitness trackers 

    No need to sweat the price over these fitness gifts. If your pals want to cut calories and you want to cut costs, these gifts are a win-win.

    Whether your loved one is a fitness fiend or just starting their fitness routine, the right gear makes workouts more fun.

    9. Amazfit Band 5 Fitness Tracker

    Budget fitness tracker
    Amazfit Band 5 Fitness Tracker

    *Amazon.com price as of post date. Offers and availability may vary by location and are subject to change. Read full disclaimer.

    The Amazfit Band 5 Fitness Tracker is a great gift for fitness fans who want to measure, well, just about anything:

    • Heart rate
    • Sleep quality
    • Menstrual cycle
    • Blood oxygen saturation

    It looks like the famous FitBit fitness tracker but costs a portion of the price. Its battery life lasts an average of 15 days, and with built-in Alexa you can listen to music, control your home automation, and more with just your voice.

    10. Rotibox Headphones Beanie

    Unique earbuds
    Rotibox Bluetooth Headphones Beanie

    *Amazon.com price as of post date. Offers and availability may vary by location and are subject to change. Read full disclaimer.

    A cozy beanie makes chilly mornings good, but music makes them better. The Rotibox Headphones Beanie is a Bluetooth headset disguised as a comfy winter hat.

    The washable beanie comes in over 30 styles and can play favorite music or podcasts while keeping you warm. The beanie has skip, pause, and volume controls to quickly control audio instead of pulling out a phone.

    Wireless chargers 

    Wireless chargers, power banks, and extra-long charging cables are all useful tech gifts for givers on a budget. We picked a couple top-tier wireless chargers that make great gifts for anyone.

    11. YOXINTA 3-in-1 Wireless Charger

    Best wireless charger
    Yoxinta 3-in-1 wireless charger

    *Amazon.com price as of post date. Offers and availability may vary by location and are subject to change. Read full disclaimer.

    For the person who has every Apple gadget under the sun, there's the Yoxinta 3-in-1 wireless charger

    This dock is equipped with charging stations for an Apple iPhone (8 Plus and up), Apple Watch (2 SE and up), and AirPods (2 and up). It comes in seven sleek colors that will help them save space on their desk, nightstand, or wherever they charge their devices.  

    And plot twist! This device is completely foldable too. So it's easy to take with them while traveling. 

    12. Yootech 2-pack charging stands

    Double deal
    Yootech wireless charging stand

    *Amazon.com price as of post date. Offers and availability may vary by location and are subject to change. Read full disclaimer.

    For the folks on your list who like to keep things simple, there's the Yootech charging stands. Two chargers are better than one, especially if your phone is always dying.

    These charging stands are compact and practical, making them perfect for your bedside table or desk at work. The charger can power a phone through its case, whether it sits horizontally or vertically on the stand.

    E-readers 

    Welcome your favorite bookworm into the 21st century. E-readers aren’t as expensive as they used to be. Now you can expand their library for under $100.

    13. Kindle Fire 8 HD for adults & for kids

    Budget tablet

    *Amazon.com price as of post date. Offers and availability may vary by location and are subject to change. Read full disclaimer.

    The newest version of the Kindle Fire tablet is under $100. This 2022 release holds up to 32 GB of music, movies, photos, and ebooks. Whether the people on your list are avid readers or podcast fiends, this budget tablet is a great resource for on-the-go entertainment. Don't forget the cover case either!

    14. Kindle e-reader

    E-reader pick

    *Amazon.com price as of post date. Offers and availability may vary by location and are subject to change. Read full disclaimer.

    Kindle e-reader is for the e-reading purist. Its matte screen makes reading feel more natural, and the gentle backlight lets you read in bed without the hassle of blue lighting. The Kindle can store all your favorite ebooks and audiobooks.

    Movies and TV streaming 

    If reading isn’t your giftee’s style, a streaming device can connect them with their favorite shows and movies with a simple remote.

    15. Amazon Fire TV Stick

    Budget streaming device
    Amazon Fire TV Stick

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    The Amazon Fire TV 4K streaming Stick plugs into your TV’s HDMI port, much like Google’s Chromecast and the Roku Ultra. It accesses Netflix, Hulu, YouTube, and of course, Amazon Prime. The Fire TV Stick is also compatible with Alexa, so it turns your TV into a voice-controlled device.

    There's also the Amazon Fire TV Stick Max for those TV purists out there. 

    Smart headphones & Bluetooth speakers 

    Whether your music lover wants to blast their favorite albums or keep their playlist to themselves, finding the right tech to do it is essential.

    16. Tozo NC2 Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling Wireless Earbuds

    Bluetooth earbuds
    TOZO wireless earbuds in black

    *Amazon.com price as of post date. Offers and availability may vary by location and are subject to change. Read full disclaimer.

    Apple Airpods are cool, but they’re an expensive investment. Tozo NC2 Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling Wireless Earbuds are a cheaper alternative to costly noise-canceling earbuds. They have the same touch control, long battery life, and charging case as Airpods.

    17. Anker Soundcore Life Q20 Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling Headphones

    Bluetooth headphones

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    Frequent flyers, subway commuters, and music lovers will all like having these Anker Soundcore Life Q20 Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling Headphones on their side. If your giftee prefers headsets for music or podcasts, this is a solid choice for noise-canceling headphones that won’t break the bank.

    The Q20 headphones are available in three different colors. Plus, the 40-hour battery can survive the commute to work and back home again.

    18. JBL Go 3 Portable Speaker

    Bluetooth speaker

    *Amazon.com price as of post date. Offers and availability may vary by location and are subject to change. Read full disclaimer.

    The JBL Go 3 speaker is under $100 but costs more than most Bluetooth speakers. However, it’s worth the price.

    With the JBL speaker, two users can connect through Bluetooth at once, so everyone gets a turn to play their favorite songs. It's great for days at the beach or lake because it's waterproof with a battery that lasts 12 hours.

    Smart kitchen gadgets

    Whether they cook for a hungry family or are big fans of solo "girl dinners", kitchen gadgets make prepping food more fun. 

    But not everyone needs highly specialized tools for their recipes. We found some cool tech gifts for skilled or inexperienced chefs alike.

    19. APEXK Self Heating Coffee Mug with Wireless Charging Pad

    Best multitasking mug warmer

    *Amazon.com price as of post date. Offers and availability may vary by location and are subject to change. Read full disclaimer.

    Some like it hot, and others like it exactly 130 degrees. The APEXK Self Heating Coffee Mug with Wireless Charger is an impressive gift for the coffee connoisseur. Its smart features let you adjust the coffee mug’s warming temperature with three different settings (warm, hot, or piping). 

    Along with warming their beverages, this gadget doubles as a wireless charger for phones and wireless earbuds like Airpods! 

    20. Seedeem Smart Toaster

    Kids’ gifts 

    Tech gifts for kids can be pricey, especially if they’re asking for a smartphone or computer. We found a few cool tech gifts for kids of all ages that cost less than $100.

    21. Bnext VR Headset

    Best smart toaster
    Seedeem smart toaster

    *Amazon.com price as of post date. Offers and availability may vary by location and are subject to change. Read full disclaimer.

    The Seedeem Smart Toaster is bread for perfection! With an LCD touchscreen display, your giftee can choose how they want to prepare bread, toast, bagels, English muffins, and even gluten-free goodies. 

    With four colors available, you can find the style that fits their kitchen perfectly.  

    VR headset
    Bnext VR headseat

    *Amazon.com price as of post date. Offers and availability may vary by location and are subject to change. Read full disclaimer.

    The Bnext VR Headset creates an immersive VR experience with a smartphone. Download the app on your iOS or Android phone and buckle up for simulations like roller coasters or haunted house games.

    Of the VR headsets we found, the Bnext is the best under $100, especially for beginners. Most games on the Bnext respond to your eye contact, but you can purchase a remote control separately for the games that need it.

    22. Little Tikes Tobi Robot

    Smartwatch for younger kids
    Little Tikes Tobi Robot kids smartwatch

    *Amazon.com price as of post date. Offers and availability may vary by location and are subject to change. Read full disclaimer.

    This little guy is a watch with a lot of uses. The Little Tikes Tobi Robot plays games, takes photos, and works as a fitness tracker. 

    This kids’ smartwatch doesn't make calls or send messages, but it is a fun gadget for smaller kiddos and the price is right. Plus, we think it's just so stinking cute.

    Learn more in our full Tobi Robot review.

    23. Really RAD Robots

    Voice-controlled toy
    Really RAD Robots voice-controlled toy

    *Amazon.com price as of post date. Offers and availability may vary by location and are subject to change. Read full disclaimer.

    The Really RAD Robots voice-controlled robot is not your old RC car. Your kids can control it via remote control and voice commands. It tells jokes, does spins, and explores its surroundings too.

    You don’t have to spend a ton of money to find a great gift for everyone on your list. 

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    Katie McEntire
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    Katie McEntire
    As a renter, pet-owner, and woman living alone, Katie McEntire takes safety seriously. She’s tested devices like pet cameras, home security systems, and GPS trackers in her own home and devices in the name of safety. In addition to testing, writing, and reviewing for SafeWise, she also makes videos for the site’s YouTube channel. She’s been featured on publications like TechGuySmartBuy, Forbes, Healthy Moms, and Digital Care. Katie has a Bachelor’s degree in Technical Writing from Austin Peay State University in Clarksville, Tennessee. She’s held previous writing positions at Overstock.com and Top Ten Reviews.

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