The 80 Best Gifts for Teenagers in 2023: Unique Ideas at Every Price

• Genre: Fashion

Denim Jackets are heavily in line with the current fashion trends at the moment, so this Forever 21 Hooded Denim Jacket will fit right into your teens closet. Plus, it’s super affordable which is an extra bonus in our book. This is a part of the new collaboration between Forever 21 and SHEIN, so there's plenty more options to check out as well.

• Genre: Beauty/grooming

If your teen is into self care, this Daily Skincare Set is efficient and super affordable. The set includes a body cream, foot cream, and hand cream that works on hydrating and moisturizing the skin, all for the price of $31.99. A great pick up for the holidays.

• Genre: Home

They might diss you at first for this gift, but after a while they'll see how helpful this desk really is for everything they've got going on in their lives. The LAPGEAR can fit a 15.6 laptop, has a phone holder, and plenty of space for them to knock their homework. Your teen will appreciate this down the line.

• Genre: Accessories

We're hearing that mini bags are in style as well. Perhaps consider getting your teen this Duck Canvas Mini Backpack from Dickies for the second half of the school year. If this is what's "in," then they'll be sure to love it.

• Genre: Tech

If you can get them AirPods, then consider this very handy JBL Clip, which is almost like having a speaker in the form of a key chain. Small, cute, affordable, and perfect for those teens that love to have music playing everywhere they go.

• Genre: Tech

Apparently vintage-style photography (or at least vintage in the form of what we used to do with Kodak cameras back in the day) are back in style. If your teen is into this kind of stuff, pick them up this Digital Camera from Amazon which gives you great quality (1080p), and a reasonable amount of storage space.

• Genre: Fashion

It's been brought to our attention that apparently this is thee bag to get for the holidays. We've also been told that in some cases if you "don't get anything else except the Lululemon Belt Bag," that's perfectly okay because apparently this is "all the teenage girls want this year." If that's to be believed, you aren't going wrong with this as a gift.

• Genre: Tech

If your teen loves to host movie night amongst their friends, this mini projector from Amazon will serve to make their movie nights just a little bit cooler. Plus, it's on the affordable side as it's currently priced under $50. A mini-projector for under $50 is not a bad deal at all.

• Genre: Fashion

If your teen loves jammies and is a huge fan of Rihanna's Savage X Fenty, the Night Star Chaser Pant 2-Piece Set is the perfect merger of the two. There's two colors to choose from, multiple sizes that are available, and the set is super affordable.

• Genre: Home

This isn't just any ole water bottle, it's an insulated water bottle, and insulated water bottles are very popular right now thanks to TikTok. The Stanley Quencher H2.0 has been in heavy demand lately, meaning your teen will appreciate the thought behind this gift.

• Genre: Fashion

In case you haven't heard, SKIMS Men is all the rage right now—especially with the recent announcement of the brand partnering with the NBA. You might not think your teen boy will love this, but he will.

• Genre: Beauty/grooming

If your teen girl is absolutely obsessed with fragrances, get her this perfume from Dior. It's TikTok popular, smells incredible, comes in a beautifully designed bottle, and is under $50. She'll love you for it, and you'll find it smells so good that you will want one for yourself!

• Genre: Tech

Believe us when we say a wireless charging stand will stop the complaining and end the subsequent headaches that follow. Help your teen and help yourself out by investing in the iOttie iON Wireless Charger. You'll thank yourself later.

• Genre: Fashion

If your teen loves hoodies, now might be a good time to snag another one. Nike's Club Crewneck is beloved amongst hoodie lovers, comes in multiple colors, and is under $60. You can't beat the quality and affordable pricing!

• Genre: Sporting goods

If your teen is a lover of all things basketball, this Wilson Basketball Hoop should be an instant hit as it’s super fun, and can be hung up in their bedroom. You might have to deal with the annoying noise from time to time, but it’s worth it right?

• Genre: Fashion

This cropped puffer jacket from Windsor is the epitome of what it means to be Chic. Cropped jackets are what’s trending at the moment, so your fashionable teen will appreciate this. Also, we have to shoutout the affordability as the jacket is under $60!

• Genre: Home

What teen doesn’t love LED lights? The GE -CYNC is one of the best out there as it features dynamic strip lights that are easy to install and equally easy to use. Not a bad buy for under $60. Plus look at those lights—stunning.

• Genre: Gaming

If you haven’t gotten your basketball video game loving teen NBA2K24, now is the perfect time to do so. We recommend the Kobe Bryant Edition as that gives you the most access and latest updates.

• Genre: Tech

The Amazon Echo Dot Clock is Alexa at her finest. With features like motion detection, a temperature sensor, being able to set an alarm, and music playing capabilities, the Echo Dot Clock is a handy gift for a teen. 

• Genre: Home

Weighted Blankets are a cozy comfortable option for anyone in any bracket. Bed Bath & Beyond has a super good (and affordable) one that comes high rated and recommended. We hear it feels amazing.

• Genre: Beauty/grooming

A hot air brush is highly convenient and works wonders. This L’ANGE HAIR Le Volume 2-in-1 Titanium Air Brush is just the trick to get your hair looking like you came from the salon. Your teen will appreciate the gesture. We're 100 percent certain of it.

• Genre: Grooming/beauty

If your teen has sensitive skin, check out this Regimen Set from Caldera + Lab. The Regimen is a twice-a-day routine to transform your skin, that is backed by a leading clinical trial guaranteed to deliver results within 60 days. Here's what's included in the set:

• The Good Multi-Functional Serum: This serum is your skin's new best friend, simplifying routines for busy men. Packed with 27 active botanicals, it boasts a whopping 3.4 million antioxidant units per drop.
• The Base Layer: A lightweight moisturizer that keeps you hydrated all day without that dreaded greasy feeling. It's the perfect partner for The Good Serum, delivering balance and a refreshed appearance.
• The Clean Slate: A gentle, yet effective cleanser that removes dirt, oil, and impurities without stripping your skin's natural moisture. It's the ideal starting point for your daily skincare routine.

It should also get you the best mom/dad/sister/brother (or whatever you are to the teen) ever compliment (at least for that day).

• Genre: Beauty/grooming

Similarly the BaByliss Pro is a salon quality flat iron that gets effective results. Some professional flat irons can run expensive (like a few hundred close to a thousand expensive), so this is a great buy considering the quality and under $75 price.

• Genre: Beauty/grooming

If your teen struggles with acne, they’ll appreciate this Solawave Bye Acne Treatment device, which helps with sensitive skin and removing spots with its red and blue light therapy. The red light helps with inflammation reduction and hyper-pigmentation, making this a very helpful gift that could assist your teen with healing their acne.

• Genre: Home

While some might consider a gift like this unconventional, towels are always needed, making this LANE LINEN 24 piece Cotton Towel Set a very useful (and attractive) gift. Plus, there are some teens out there who really love bathroom decor (towels included).

• Genre: Home

Want to gift your decor-loving teen a fun lamp? This TOV Emerald Tassel Table Lamp is creative, cool, fun, and compliments any teens bedroom. Plus, it’s marked down right for the holiday season which makes it even better.

• Genre: Fashion

Is your teen in need of a warm fuzzy jacket to wear this winter? Athleta provides a suitable option in getting the job done with their So Toasty Jacket. It’s warm, toasty, comes in four different colors, and oh so cozy.

• Genre: Home/accessories

It might be time to replace that drawer your teen has had for years. If so, this Closet Shelf Tower from Modular Closets is the way to go. Giving you the option of three different color, the choice of whether you want a slab or shaker drawer style, and three different width options, this set includes four drawers and three shelves that are quite handy. Throw in the beautiful design, and this is a winner.

• Genre: Fashion

The Wundermost Long-Sleeve Bodysuit isn't just very stylish, it's also quite possibly one of the softest bodysuits available on the market (we're not kidding either). Highly rated with multiple different colors and sizes, there's lots of options to work with here. Plus the quality is top tier because, well, it is Lululemon.

• Genre: Beauty/grooming

Coined the "leather jacket of your fragrance collection," this gender neutral for the teen who loves a punk to the fullest. With scent notes including apple, black currant, raspberry, incense, saffron, rose, honeysuckle, cedar leaves, and more, this is another scent that smells so good that you'll want one for yourself!

• Genre: Home

Does your kid wake every night to get something from the fridge like clockwork? You can help them out with this 12 Can Mini Fridge from UberAppliance. Not only is it a good resource, it's also quite a cute accessory.

• Genre: Clothing

TikTok also tells us that ballet-core is what's in style right now. That means you'll be on point with these beautiful and sleek REYES Ballet Flats from Dolce Vita. If black isn't your teens thing, there's plenty of other colors to choose from.

• Genre: Fashion

These aren't just any Crocs (or clogs for that matter), these are Salehe Bembury Horchata Crocs aka luxury Crocs because Salehe Bembury is one of the top fashion forces in the game. If you pick these up for your fashion-loving teen they will be instantly impressed.

• Genre: Grooming

Do you even want to think about the last time your teen clean their shaving equipment? Exactly. Just go on ahead and get them a brand new set altogether. This Face & Body Set from Leah Face combines two best sellers in one, features the Leaf triple-blade razor with ten blades, and the Leaf Dermaplaner with two blades, blade guards, and a precision clip.

• Genre: Accessories

The Navigator Sling 10L is tailored for your daily essentials, offering organized storage in a compact design for a minimalist lifestyle. Featuring a dedicated laptop sleeve that accommodates up to a 14" device, the sling ensures the safe transport of your tech. The main compartment boasts 5 storage pockets, including mesh, zipper, and an RFID safe pocket, enabling efficient organization for various items. Designed for on-the-move convenience, this sling enables device charging between pockets and provides secure storage for small items like pens or Apple Pencil. Crafted with water-resistant materials, tamper-proof zippers, and reflective bars for visibility, the sling prioritizes protection and security.

The stabilizer strap offers extra support, while features like a hidden water bottle pocket and card slot on the strap add functionality.

• Genre: Tech

Have you absolutely had it with your teen blasting music for what seems to be like all day? Save yourself the future headache by getting them the Beats Solo3 Wireless On-Ear Headphones. They'll be excited over the fact that they have a cool pair of headphones, and you'll be relived that you don't have to listen to it anymore. A win-win situation!

• Genre: Beauty/grooming

Boosted by five heat settings and three speed settings, the T3 Featherweight Style Max is one of the most professional and lightweight blow dryers you can invest in. Fused with technology that aims to gently dry your hair while also locking in body, moisture, and shine, the blow dryer is priced at $149.99.

• Genre: Fashion

This Nordic Trails Insulator Jacket from Billabong comes made with recycled polyester sherpa fabric, making it sustainable, fashionable, and very comfortable as the jacket is insulated due to its quilted lining and ripstop hood.

• Genre: Fashion

If your teen loves ugly Christmas sweaters you're in luck! Leading apparel brand Fruit of The Loom is here to the rescue with their brand new limited edition Conversation Stoppers Collection. That’s right, they've created well-made, well-priced custom sweatshirts that are the perfect ugly fashion staple to help you avoid questions surrounding politics, your love life, work and everything in between.  

• Genre: Fashion

Needless to say, Steph Curry and Under Armour have pretty sick under $50 options to choose from that are sleek and stylish. The Curry Vine Heavyweight Short Sleeve is the perfect minimalist option to wear by itself or layer, and it's super comfortable as well.

• Genre: Beauty/grooming

If your teen is a huge Beyoncé fan, they are probably waiting with baited breath for her new fragrance Cé Noir, which is now available for pre-order. In true Queen Bey fashion we know almost nothing about this mystery fragrance except the price ($160), which makes it all the more exciting.

• Genre: Gaming

The Nintendo Switch is a perfect gift for the gamer who's always on the go. There's loads of games that accompany, and we've got to give it bonus points for its under $200 affordability. Plus, this is one of the most popular gaming consoles at the moment.

• Genre: Tech

If a tablet is a necessity for your teenager, this TCL TAB 10 Gen 2 comes with a large 10.4” display with NXTVISION, is built to go with you, and offers a more comfortable viewing experience with its built-in eye comfort mode and blue light-reduction display. 

• Genre: Tech

If your teen has been begging you for a new phone but you want to keep the spending under $500, TCL has you covered with their TCL 30 5g Smartphone, which is powered by NXTVISION and simple, smart, and reliable. Only $179.99 as well!

• Genre: Music

If your teen is heavily into all things vintage and music, it might be worth it to pick them up this Orbit Basic Turntable from U-Turn, which comes in multiple different colors, and instantly gives you that old school 1960s/1970s/1980s vibe.

• Genre: Beauty/grooming

We did Dior for the girl, now we have to do Dior for the boys. If your teen boy is a scent lover, Dior Sauvage is an elite fragrance for guys—one of the most popular in the world actually. Containing notes of mandarin, tonka bean and sandalwood, the smell is a blissful one.

• Genre: Fashion

One thing is for certain—Doc Martens are never going out of style. The brand's 1460 Vintage Made Lace Up Boots are one of their classic styles, and come in three different colors. Multiple sizes are available for both boys and girls, and the comfort is supreme. Great for teens who are into classic combat and punk rock styles.

• Genre: Fashion

If your teen loves jeans, she'll love these Citizens of Humanity Horseshoe Jeans from Free People which are right in line with the baggy jeans trend we've seen as a resurgence lately. The jeans come in multiple colors and sizes, and feature a five-pocket design and cropped fit.

• Genre: Home

If you're always getting on your teen about their back posture and potential back problems in the future, save yourself another rant and just get them an ergonomic chair. Designed specifically to support your lumbar and circulate blood better, they might not understand it at first, but they'll love the comfort once they experience it.

• Genre: Tech

Do you get complaints from your teen that everybody else is too loud, save them the trouble and get them a pair of Bose QuietComfort 45 Headphones. It will cancel all of their outside noise, and they can wear it around the house, in the car, in the school hallways, on airplanes, or anywhere else that they absolutely do not want to hear their surroundings.

• Genre: Sporting Goods

If your teen is taking the skating thing seriously and is really good at their craft, get them a board—a real board. The MEEPO V5 is very much a "real board" that will allow them to take their game to the next level. Not to mention, it's one of the best skateboards out there.

• Genre: Fashion

In case you haven't heard, Khy by Kylie Jenner is the brand new luxury label that's making young fashionistas go crazy. A Khy by Kylie purchase will earn you major cool points.

• Genre: Gaming

An Xbox Series X is a great gift for a teen who is a serious gamer, has been well behaved, and brought home a stellar report card this semester. Plus, with this deal on Amazon you also get the video game Diablo IV included. A great bundle to checkout.

• Genre: Gaming

Same deal. If your teen is a serious gamer, has been well-behaved, and brought home an excellent report card—you can get them a Playstation 5 for the exact same price. The PS5 bundle on Amazon comes with Marvel's Spider-Man 2 game for extra measure.

• Genre: Sporting goods

The same thing goes for teens who are interested in surfing. If the passion and talent is there, help them take their craft to the next level by getting them a surfboard that is the real deal. Available in blue and white, Backcountry's Modern Surfboards Falcon PU Surfboard is the real deal, and it's on sale right now for almost $100 less than it's usual asking price!

• Genre: Home

The AMERLIFE Bed comes with generous foam padding, soft fabric, and is handmade by selected artisans, making this is a great gift for your teenager who wants a "royal room." For the design, quality, and comfort, the under $600 price is quite reasonable, making this one of the best deals on our list.

• Genre: Sporting Goods

The Mukkpet Suburban is an electric bike equipped with 750W high speed, and the power to take on the toughest of terrains with a powerful motor that goes up to 25MPH. If your teen bikes, this is a great investment to make for them.

• Genre: Music

There's no better gift for a guitarist than a brand spankin new guitar. A beautiful sleek masterpiece that comes highly rated, this Fender Player Stratocaster Maple Fingerboard will transform your teen from a casual player to a true professional.

• Genre: Fashion

If your teen loves to ski, one of the most important elements for success is warm tech-savvy ski jacket, and BOGNER has a great option with their Saelly Ski Jacket which comes in four beautiful icy colors, features Thermore® Ecodown® padding made from recycled tech fibers, is water-repellent, has a detachable hood, a snow guard, and more.

• Genre: Beauty/grooming

TikTok tell us that this is the ultimate styling set to achieve maximum curls full of body. There's six different attachments and leaves the hair looking wonderful. There's also three different colors to choose from adding to its versatility.

• Genre: Sporting Goods

To that point, if they are in need of a new pair of skis (or they have made it to the next level in their ski progress), the DPS Skis Pagoda 100 RP Skis are a good set that takes you from a beginner to an intermediate.

• Genre: Tech

We all know that teens always need the latest phone and upgrades, and one of the newest phones on the market is the Motorola Razr+ Unlocked, which features everything previous Motorzola models have had, but times ten. It's an investment, but the ratings are wonderful.

• Genre: Tech

Same deal with the iPhone. If your teen has been begging for the 15 and you don't want to spend months/years paying it off, you can purchase the latest gen for under $1,000 at Walmart. There's also options to go on payment plans if you don't want to spend the full amount as well.

• Genre: Home

No more "boredom" during the summer with the INTEX Ultra XTR Frame 18 ft x 52in Pool Set. It's under $1,000, the installation is an easy one, the ratings are wonderful, and it's easy to clean and care for. Plus, you can take advantage of it as well!

• Genre: Tech

You aren't going wrong with a MacBook—not now, not ever. The 2023 edition is everything that has ever come on the MacBook, but enhanced with even more features than before. The display is beautiful, there's plenty of storage space, the battery holds up well, and MacBooks are super durable.

• Genre: Fashion

Flat knee-high boots are another TikTok fashion trends that's been making the waves these past few months. Needless to say if you pick up these Jimmy Choo Nell Knee Boot Flat's for your teen, you'll make them a very happy camper.

• Genre: Tech

If you've got a filmmaker on your hands, you can help the quality of their pictures and videos improve to the professional level with the Sony a7 III, which comes with 28-70mm Lens, and a 3-inch LCD.

• Genre: Tech

The OM SYSTEM OLYMPUS OM comes highly rated for its professionalism as well. You get a 20MP live MOS sensor, a portable weather sealed body with 14-150mm weather sealed lens, 121-Point all-cross-type on-chip Phase detection, and a video resolution that captures 4K UHD 2160p;2K DCI 1080p. Like we just said, this is one of the most professional cameras on the market.

• Genre: Tech

There are regular laptops, and then there are laptops for creators. The Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio 2 is a 2-in-1 laptop that's especially great for streamers and artists. You can check out our full review on the laptop here.

• Genre: Grooming/beauty

When it comes to honing in on your personal style, it can be tough to land on your signature scent. For any fragrance newbies out there, David Beckham Fragrances is a solid choice, nailing the trifecta of versatility, affordability, and timelessness. This scent is a timeless fragrance for men with a modern twist, inspired by David’s appreciation for the classics. You can also check out the David Beckham Classic Blue and David Beckham Classic Homme scents here and here.

• Genre: Grooming/beauty

With a jelly-like texture that melts into an oil on the skin, this Moroccan-inspired rich formula with light-reflective particles leaves skin beaming with sun-kissed radiance, and  is silky soft to the touch, while natural extracts from Hibiscus and Acerola Waters lock in moisture all day.

• Genre: Fashion

Should your teen be into couture, these Steeplechase shades from Lowercase are a stunner. A sharp yet playful take on the cat eye, the Steeplechase pairs a bold frame with subtle, versatile acetates that will have you looking oh so futuristic and cool

• Genre: Gaming

Also consider picking up this Rotten Tomatoes Card Game, which challenges players to rank movies based on what they think the Tomatometer scores are, recall facts about their favorite movies like release dates, stars, and more. There are also fun Wild Cards that add a twist to gameplay as the whole group’s movie knowledge gets tested! Perfect for pop culture fans, the game is $24.99.

• Genre: Grooming/beauty

This on-the-go tool diffuses essential minerals into the skin. The formulas are non-sticky and easy to use, developed to wear under or over makeup throughout the day, as needed. The lightweight spray application allows for faster absorption of mineral-rich ingredients and replaces the need for touching and rubbing skin throughout the day, preventing oil build-up and irritation. 

• Genre: Fashion

Is a shoe from the new Clarks x Pokemon collaboration now the absolute most perfect gift for a teenager? Not only are these stylish, but they check the box of representing a character/show that has been a part of their lives since childhood. A win-win here folks.

• Genre: Home/accessories

Add the ultimate luxury body pillow to your teens bed. One part hug and one part body pillow, they'll get to reap the benefits of deeper relaxation, sounder sleep, and body alignment. Plus, the pillow is made with 100% Certi-PUR-US gel foam, which helps to reduce strain on your knees and hips.

In need of a new desk? Flexispot has you covered. The E7 standing desk is specially designed to be sturdy—and will stay stable at any height, even when your workload gets heavy. We've tried the standing desk and it works beautifully. A USB port is available to charge your devices, there's plenty of room for your laptops, desks, etc., and the desk is very sturdy. No breaking over here!

• Genre: Fashion

Say hello to classic style with a mischievous twist courtesy of everyone's favorite grump. Whether you're headed out for a stroll on Mount Crumpit or through Whoville, the Forum Low x The Grinch adidas sneakers keep your feet cozy and your style game strong. With smooth leather, hook-and-loop straps and a rubber outsole, they're made for all-day wear and adventure. Featuring the Grinch's signature green and graphics, these playful kicks are sure to spread extra cheer to all who pass by.

• Genre: Fashion

Dragonwing operates with the goal of empowering young girls everywhere to embrace sports with confidence, free from distraction or constraint. The brand offers an array of options, including these High-Rise Compression Leggings that are designed to power you through any and every activity. You can check out Dragonwing's full offerings via their website.