Amazon, Target
We all have that person on our holiday gift list who is impossible to shop for. Whether their interests are an eternal mystery, they seem to have everything already or you simply don’t know them that well, they’re the ones that stump you and leave you wringing your hands until the 11th hour.
If this describes your current situation, don’t stress. Simply refer to the following lineup of crowd-pleasers that are sure to satisfy no matter who’s on the receiving end. We carefully curated this batch of universally adored items based on what our readers have shopped this holiday season and what online reviewers have declared are clear winners — and of course, we threw in some of what we have tried, tested and loved ourselves.
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You can’t ever go wrong with a forever-practical set of Apple Airtags, a collapsible swivel cheeseboard perfect for the entertainer or a desktop mug warmer that keeps coffees and teas the ideal drinkable temp. Ahead, find some fail-safe gifts that you can still get in time for the holiday season.
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Amazon
A consumer-trusted portable power station
Avid campers, survivalists or people who just like the feeling of staying prepared will be thrilled to have this widely favored power station in their possession. The portable Jackery Explorer 240 can charge all their electronic devices on the go or operate electric camping essentials. It uses a completely silent rechargeable lithium battery and can also be charged with Jackery solar panels (sold separately).
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Amazon
A bamboo cotton weighted blanket
If you've ever felt the comforting and stress-relieving effects of a weighted blanket, then you know that feeling would make the perfect gift. This popular model features a cooling and removable bamboo cotton cover and is filled with perfectly distributed glass beads.
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Amazon
A beyond-popular carpet and upholstery cleaner
If your hard-to-shop-for person happens to be a pet owner and doesn’t already own a Bissell Little Green, this gift will really wow them. This portable carpet and upholstery cleaner has close to 39,000 five-star ratings on Amazon and effectively removes tough stains through a combination of suction and spraying power. Plus, they don’t have to worry about manually cleaning the scrubbing stain tool as it has a self-cleaning function to save them time and effort.
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Amazon
A surge-protected multi-outlet wall plug
For all those occasions when there never seems to be enough plugs to juice up all their gadgets at once, this practical wall outlet will absolutely come in handy. Aside from five standard sockets perfect for laptop chargers, lamps and more, this surge-protected outlet also has four USB ports.
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Amazon
An electric mug warmer
This slim electric mug warmer is the perfect addition to anyone's WFH situation, office desk or living room side table thanks to its clever ability to keep hot beverages toasty warm at the perfect temperature for sipping. Suitable for most cups, the waterproof heating element uses an automatic gravity induction switch so they never have to worry about plugging or unplugging to use.
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Amazon
A plush travel jewelry organizer
This plush jewelry case is a great gift for the frequent traveler. It has dual compartments and multiple removable dividers to keep jewelry from getting tangled or lost.
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Amazon
A pocket hand warmer and portable charger
These popular pocket-sized and rechargeable hand warmers will ensure that anyone can enjoy the luxury of warm extremities, especially during the frigid conditions of winter. They feature three heat settings, are made from an aircraft-grade aluminum that allows for even distribution of heat and can also be used to simultaneously charge their devices on the go.
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Uncommon Goods
A swivel cheese board
Made from bamboo and designed with compact storage in mind, this swivel cheese board folds open to reveal three tiers of serving space and is perfect for the charcuterie-lover in your life.
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Molecule
Molecule all-season pillow
If you’re not sure whether your giftee sleeps hot, cold, or somewhere in between, try Molecule’s versatile “all-season” pillow. Thanks to a highly absorbent tencel fabrication, the pillow's outer cover easily adjusts to a sleeper’s body temperature. Your recipient can also tweak the pillow to their desired firmness, making this versatile sleeping accessory a truly crowd-pleasing option.
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Amazon
An instant beverage chiller
The Hyper Chiller's patented instant-chilling design can rapidly cool everything from freshly brewed coffee to a martini without diluting the contents. It's machine-washable and can conveniently live in the refrigerator so it's ready at all times.
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Uncommon Goods
A linen-covered wireless gadget charger
Ideal for anyone who loves aesthetically pleasing functionality and runs at the site of cord clutter, this Belgian linen-covered charging pad can keep all their gadgets charged in one place, including watches, tablets and phones.
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Satisfyer
An innovative toy sure to satisfy
Anyone who claims they are hard to please clearly hasn't tried the second generation of the Satisfyer Pro. Jokes aside, this ergonomically designed sex toy is made with an incredibly soft body-safe silicone and uses a series of 11 different intense air pulsations to truly satisfy.
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Bombas
Bombas sherpa-lined gripper socks
The ultimate accessory for those who appreciate comfort, these sherpa-lined socks from Bombas have a no-slip sole and cloud-like fleece lining.
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Target
A buttery-soft and cooling pajama set
This set of Target pajamas has become the internet's (and my own) favorite piece of loungewear thanks to the ridiculously soft and temperature-regulating fabric and accessible price point. You can snag them in three different length options, multiple colors and prints as well as standard and plus sizes up to 3XL in certain colors.
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Anthropologie
An elegant and personalized rocks glass
This monogramed Old Fashioned glass is entirely displayable (not just on a bar cart but even in a bathroom) and can be a personalized gesture to anyone with good taste. It's made with mouth-blown glass and is adorned with gilded golden details.
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Amazon
A portable and water-resistant speaker
All of the immersive sound capabilities that Bose is known for are present in this portable and durable Bluetooth speaker that can even be voice-controlled using the integrated microphone and a phone's voice assistant like Google or Siri.
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Target
Apple Airtags
The Apple Airtag is arguably one of the easiest ways to track down lost valuables like a purse or luggage during travel, using precision finding with ultra wideband technology. Users can also benefit from the Find My network which is a platform that can help collectively look for missing items once the Airtag is placed in lost mode.
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Amazon
An iPhone lightening charger
No matter how difficult someone might be to shop for, they can always use the rapidly charging wonders of this lightning cable that's compatible with most Apple products from Airpods to iPads. This 20W USB Type C charger can bring iPhones up to 50% battery life in just 30 minutes.
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Amazon
A set of ultra-soft bamboo sheets
Fans of affordable luxury will surely appreciate this 6-piece set of sheets which has an impressive Amazon following for being soft, breathable and shockingly affordable. Available in 41 colors and mattress sizes twin through split, these sheets are made from a bamboo and microfiber blend and are also hypoallergenic.
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Amazon
A countertop frozen fruit soft-serve maker
This countertop soft-serve maker transforms frozen fruit into creamy sorbet confections in just 10 minutes or less. All of the components are also dishwasher safe so clean up is less of a hassle.
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Walmart
A Crockpot portable electric lunchbox
Gifting someone one of these Crockpot electric boxes means that they can enjoy a heated lunch or dinner at the office or on the go. Once plugged into an outlet using the detachable cord, the 20-ounce interior can re-heat anything from chilis to holiday meal leftovers in just a few short minutes.
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Amazon
A heated eye massager
Everyone's a little tense these days and the Renpho eye massager is here to help. It can promote relaxation, reduce puffiness, eye strain and dryness by using oscillating pressure, rhythmic percussion massaging and a comfortable temperature of 104-107 degrees to relieve symptoms. This battery-powered mask can also be paired with your Bluetooth to play listening content of their choice.