Best Christmas Gifts Under $5
If You’re Shopping on a Budget, These Are the Best Gifts You’ll Find Under $5
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Avoiding checking your bank statement these days? We feel you. With the holidays quickly approaching, your wallet has probably taken a bit of a beating. But if you’ve got some unchecked gift recipients on your shopping list, or you’re looking for some fun or practical stocking stuffers for the fam, then today's your lucky day because we’ve wrangled a bunch of great gifts that’ll cost you just $5 or less.
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Yes, you read that right. It is entirely possible to find a great Christmas gift for just a few bucks. In fact, you'd be surprised at how many unique, high-quality items fall in that price range! (We certainly were.)
From eco-friendly accessories for the environmentalist to unkillable plants for the not-so-green thumb, we searched high and low across the ‘net to find some of the best Christmas gifts under $5. And believe us when we tell you, they'll never know you scored such an awesome bargain.
Millennium Falcon Keychain Bottle Opener
Does the Star Wars fan on your list like to crack open a cold one every now and again? This go-anywhere bottle opener is solidly made, making it both a useful addition to their keyring and a fun way to show off their fandom and allegiance to the Rebel Alliance.
$4.45 at Amazon.com
Yellowbird Hot Sauce
If they like to spice things up, this portable squeeze bottle of hot sauce is the perfect pocket-sized accessory for them. There are a few different flavors including serrano, jalapeno and habanero, but we think the Blue Agave Sriracha option sounds like a pretty sweet choice. If you can't decide on just one, however, go ahead and double up. At this price, two of them will still fit the "$5 and under" bill.
$2.50 at REI.com
Moby Dick - Paperback Edition
You'd be hard-pressed to find a guy in classic literature more manly than Captain Ahab as he scours the seas for that big white whale. In a time of e-books and endless eyestrain, someone might actually appreciate getting a real, physical book these days (and a classic one at that). Plus, that sweet cover art would make a great addition to any bookshelf.
$3.99 at Amazon.com
Tropical Drink Recipes Playing Cards
Everyone’s been stepping up their bartending skills these days and rummaging through all of their old party games, and this deck of cards is ready to bring it all together. Help them spice up their poker game with these fun playing cards, each with a different cocktail recipe to try. Game night will never be the same.
$4.95 at Amazon.com
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FEJKA Potted Plants
Here’s one plant — or three, technically — that they can’t kill. This FEJKA trio adds a fashionable touch of green to any room, but without the commitment, responsibility and maintenance of a real plant. If you want to step it up a notch, you can switch out those plain pots for some cooler planters and then they’ll definitely fool everyone into thinking they’re the real chlorophyllic deal.
$4.99 at IKEA.com
Stainless Steel Drinking Straw
Single-use plastic straws are the worst. According to the Plastic Pollution Coalition, 500 million straws are used in the U.S. every day. And where do they all wind up? In landfills and oceans where they harm and endanger marine life. Help ‘em finally jump on the strawless trend with this ultra-portable metal straw that collapses and fits in its very own keychain case. Best of all, it telescopes from about 4 inches to 9 inches in length so it’s a perfect fit for any cup.
$3.99 at Amazon.com
Van Der Hagen Unscented Luxury Shave Soap
Upgrade his shave game with this surprisingly luxurious hypoallergenic shave soap. The formula expertly blends mango, shea and cocoa butter to deliver a long-lasting lather and lubrication that any razor will glide right over. Best of all, it reduces nicks and cuts, and prevents razor burn so he can get a close, clean shave no matter how sensitive his skin is.
$4.98 at Amazon.com
Nite Ize DoohicKey Keychain Multi Tool
Got someone handy on your gifting list? They could definitely benefit from this incredible multi-tool that combines a ruler (standard and metric), wrench, screwdriver, box cutter and bottle opener all on one super convenient carabiner clip. Whether they take a lot of measurements for work or do a lot of DIYing at home, they're sure to find endless uses for this comprehensive contraption hooked on their keychain or belt loop.
$4.47 at Amazon.com
HotHands Body & Hand Super Warmers, Pack of 3
If they work outside in the elements or have been spending more time recreating outdoors, these thoughtful hand warmers are sure to be a welcome treat. Compact and convenient, they just require a little shake to heat things up, then they can stash 'em in their pockets to keep their fingers from freezing. Each one stays warm for up to 18 hours, and they're great for hikers, runners, anglers, campers, hunters and cold-weather tailgaters alike.
$1.97 at Amazon.com
Rienar Multi-Function Spider Flexible Grip Holder
Part tripod stand, part tech attachment, this flexible grip is ultra-portable to provide a sturdy smartphone and tablet holder wherever they may need it. Not only does this eight-legged freak bend and twist to securely fit the shape of their device, but its bendy silicone legs can be shaped to form a stand or hang over the back of a chair (for example) for easy viewing. The legs can also be used to attach their device anywhere there's room to loop the leg through or around, such as a bicycle or even their wrist.
$4.99 at Amazon.com
Coghlan's Toilet Paper 2-Pack
Okay, so this one's admittedly a bit of a gag gift, but it is a useful one at that. If they went a little crazy in recent months trying stock up on toilet paper, this handy little pack of two biodegradable rolls is sure to give them a laugh. They're made to help outdoorsy folks around the campsite, but should be appreciated by just about anyone these days, regardless of where they're doing their business.
$2.95 at REI.com
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