25 Fight-Inducing White Elephant Gifts Under $30
It's that time of the year when offices and households start planning their gift-giving strategy and festivities. A friendly game of White Elephant is usually a safe bet since it’s entertaining and easy to plan.
What can be worse than a White Elephant gift nobody wants? After all, who wants to sit around watching everyone fight over a cool gadget, while your artisan candle sits all alone ignored by everyone in the room.
To save you the embarrassment of taking your own gift home, we put together a list of White Elephant gifts that people might actually fight for.
1. Portable Electric Toothbrush
Taking care of yourself is always in style, which is why this Portable Electric Toothbrush is the perfect white elephant gift this year. This sonic toothbrush comes dentist recommended and is battery operated, making it convenient to take on the go. Ditch the manual toothbrush or bulky electric toothbrush and choose from seven stylish colors.
Price: $13.36*
2. Monopoly for Millennials
If you are worried that your holiday party might be a tad boring, you can instigate some generational drama by bringing Monopoly for Millennials as your white elephant gift. One thing is certain, one thing is certain, millennials haven't killed the board game industry (yet).
Price: $29.95*
3. Sleep Headphones
Step into the future (or back into the 80s) with this wireless 3D Eye Mask complete with Bluetooth technology. Slip it on and snuggle up for a snooze. The mask blocks out light, sound, and hopefully the sight of everyone staring at you on your next flight or train ride.
Price: $22.59*
4. Bob Ross Chia Pet
Give the gift of nostalgia by putting a Bob Ross Chia Pet under the tree. This wholesome gift will be sure to be a hit. Just make sure your audience is old enough to know who Bob Ross is, or buying this gift might be a happy accident.
Price: $20.99
5. Belgian Waffle Maker
The Oster Belgian Waffle Maker is perfect for those late morning brunches!
Whip up some waffles with ice cream for a sweet treat or pair them with some fried chicken for a savory delight.
Price: $29.99*
6. Scratch-off Map
Scratch away your sorrows of only having two weeks of vacation with this International Scratch the World Travel Map. It fits perfectly in the office or at home. You can remind your friends and family they've got travel itches left unscratched.
Price: $20.99*
7. Cocktail Bar Set
Give your friends the gift that gives back with a Cocktail Shaker Bar Set. This comes complete with mixing accessories and a booklet. Your friends will have no excuse but to actually learn to make the mojito you've been asking for all these years.
Price: $29.95*
8. Jade Body Roller
The diva on your gift list is just begging to receive this Jade Roller & Gua Sha for an anti-aging treatment delight. That's right, just roll it all over the face. Watch the anti-aging magic of jade stones melt away the wrinkles.
Hopefully, the lucky gift recipient will use this beauty on their morning commute. Then, we can all bask in its white elephant glory.
Price: $19.95*
9. Hydro Flask Travel Coffee Mug
Take it camping. Take it to work. Or just use it at home and keep your coffee hot for hours. This travel mug will put your friends in a panic since Hydro Flasks are all the rage these days.
Price: $24.95*
10. Apple Air Tags
No one has the time to waste searching for essential items, which is why Apple Air Tags are a great tech gift. Quickly set these up with iPad or iPhone devices with a simple single tap. Best of all, the air tag is dust, splash, and water-resistant in up to one meter of water for up to 30 minutes.
Price: $29.00*
11. Personal Humidifier
Humidifiers are everyone’s best friend, and thanks to the latest technology, this Personal Humidifier can come with you everywhere, including the home and office. This portable yet effective humidifier is powered via USB with up to eight hours of runtime. Small enough to fit in a standard cup holder yet large enough to have a water tank capacity of up to 250ml.
Price: $27.97*
12. Digital Handheld Luggage Scale
Paying overweight luggage fees is a quick way to turn your holiday travels into an immediately painful process. So, come to the airport prepared thanks to this Digital Handheld Luggage Scale. Small enough to fit into your suitcase or other pockets, this high-accuracy sensor can weigh up to 110 pounds.
Price: $10.99*
13. Roku Express
Instantly turn any TV into a smart TV with the help of the Roku Express. Choose from a wide variety of streaming services and over 200 live TV channels, thanks to the compact and power-packed Roku Express. Roku Express also works with voice assistants, including Hey Google, Alexa, and Siri, for optimal convenience.
Price: $29.99*
14. Bath & Body Works Candle
Give the gift of great scents with this Bath & Body Works Candle. The signature three-wick candle has up to 45 hours of burn time with a high-intensity aroma. Mahogany teakwood is a popular blend of scents, including frosted lavender, dark oak, black teakwood, and rich mahogany.
Price: $26.50*
15. Resistance Bands
With the new year right around the corner, resolutions are soon to come. At the top of nearly everyone’s New Year’s Resolution list is working out. Help get the ball rolling with this set of resistance bands, perfect for strength training and stretching. The collection includes five skin-friendly natural latex bands and a flannel carry bag.
Price: $14.99*
16. Reusable Produce Bags
Gone are the days of single-use bags from the grocery store as we welcome eco-friendly, naturally sensible reusable produce bags. These 12” x 14” reusable bags are color-coded and have simple drawstrings and closures, making them easy to open and close as needed. The company even plants new trees for every purchase made of their products.
Price: $15.00*
17. Takeya Cold Brew Coffee Maker
Save a few bucks by making your cold brew from home, thanks to this Takeya Cold Brew Coffee Maker. Durable and BPA-free, this Tritan pitcher produces up to four servings of cold brew using any type of coffee grounds you have available. Serve and enjoy your coffee, either hot or cold, with your additions of choice.
Price: $24.99*
18. Compost Bin
As we all start to do our part to become more environmentally friendly, it’s always nice when our efforts are more convenient. This compost bin has been explicitly designed to minimize the unpleasant odors of composting food, making it the perfect addition to any kitchen countertop. This compost bin has an easy-to-clean body, a sturdy carry handle, and a flip-top lid with a one-gallon capacity.
Price: $19.99*
19. Portable Charger
We all live off our devices these days, which is why a portable charger is always something handy to have. This Anker charger is small yet mighty, with 1.6 charges for Galaxy S20 and 2.25 charges for iPhone 12. Recharge your device using either the micro USB or USB-C ports.
Price: $21.99*
20. Handheld Milk Frother
Get that coffee shop, Instagrammable coffee from the comforts of your own home with the help of a handheld milk frother. Perfect for dressings, eggs, fruit drinks, cocktails, protein powders, matcha teas, bulletproof coffee, and milkshakes, this portable mixer has countless applications in the kitchen. Both easy to clean and recharge, this handheld milk frother is great for everyone.
Price: $15.59*
21. Plant Terrarium
Add some life to your home workspace extra-large 59” x 79” footprint, it’s the perfect addition to the beach or park. Three layers will keep you protected from any moisture while adding cushioning for comfort.
Price: $29.99*
22. Garden Starter Kit
Bring your kitchen to life with this garden starter kit that includes five types of USDA organic non-GMO seeds. Start a garden of your own with seeds like thyme, broadleaf sage, parsley, coriander cilantro, and Italian large leaf basil. This indoor garden kit is perfect for anyone, green thumb or not.
Price: $29.97*
23. The Voting Game
Find out who your friends are with The Voting Game. Perfect for four to 10 players, The Voting Game includes 250 cards with hilarious questions to be voted on and tallied by the group. Example questions include who will be the hardest to recognize in 10 years and who would survive the longest in a zombie apocalypse.
Price: $24.95*
24. Waterproof Digital Instant Meat Thermometer
Eliminate guesswork when checking the temperature of your beverages, deep-frying, baking, and meat with the digital instant thermometer. This digital thermometer is bound to become your ideal cooking assistant providing you ultra-fast, three-second readings. This thermometer is easy to carry, store, and use.
Price: $23.99*
25. Silk Pillowcase
Great for both hair and skin, this soft and cozy silk pillowcase helps provide nourishment. Rescue wrinkles and hair frizz with the anti-allergic mulberry silk. The 18 amino acids found in the silk will help prevent your skin from drying out and keep your hair soft and tangle-free.
Price: $23.99*
Wrap Up
There you have it. Your next holiday party is sure to be a hit with these fabulous white elephant gift ideas no one will ever forget! If you are ordering your white elephant gifts online, make sure to check out our tips on preventing package theft during holidays.
*Prices represent the costs of the items on the article’s publication date.
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