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25 Of The Absolute Best Gifts To Give In 2025

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A bottle of hot sauce and a Hatch sunrise alarm clock.
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November has officially arrived, and that means it’s time to start figuring out what you’re going to gift your friends and family this holiday season. To help you out, we’ve rounded up the best gifts to give in 2025, so you can check them off your list before December begins. And the best part? They’ll all arrive at your front door, so you never have to set foot in a mall.

Without further ado, here are the best gifts to give in 2025:

Nintendo | Switch 2

A person playing the Nintendo Switch 2 with the Joy-Cons detached. The console rests on a table with its kickstand up.
Nintendo Switch™ 2 System (Amazon)

The new and improved Nintendo Switch 2 offers a larger screen, more storage, and a higher refresh rate than the original and OLED models. They can play with the included screens and Joy-Cons while they’re travelling (or lying in bed) and switch to TV mode when they want a more immersive experience. You’ll probably also want to grab them some games so they can start playing right away.

Get it from Amazon Canada for $629.96 or Walmart Canada for $629.96.

Heartbeat Hot Sauce | Small Batch Fermented Hot Sauce Discovery Pack

Heartbeat Hot Sauce is packaged in a box with stickers and a bottle of dill pickle hot sauce on a table.
Heartbeat Hot Sauce Milder Ones Collection 3-Pack (Amazon)

🍁 Canadian Brand

Heartbeat Hot Sauce Co. is whipping up delicious, taste-bud-numbing sauces in the heart of Thunder Bay, Ontario. This mixed pack — featuring the brand’s Lion’s Mane Piri Piri, Jalapeño, and Dill Pickle sauces — will be much appreciated by anyone who loves adding a touch of spice to everything they eat.

Get it from Amazon Canada for $38.97.

Shark | CryoGlow Cooling + LED Face Mask

A person holding the lit-up Shark CryoGlow LED Face Mask in front of their face.
Shark CryoGlow LED Face Mask with Under-Eye Cooling (Best Buy)

This advanced light therapy mask from Shark is the perfect gift for the self-care enthusiast in your life. The only MedSpa-inspired mask to combine iQLED Technology with InstaChill Cold Technology, it offers the benefits of targeted blue, infrared, and red LED treatments. Just six minutes of daily use can help reduce wrinkles, redness, and acne, while boosting overall radiance.

Get it from Amazon Canada for $499.99 or Best Buy Canada for $499.99.

Owala | FreeSip Insulated Stainless Steel Water Bottle

The Owala FreeSip Insulated Stainless Steel Water Bottle with its lid closed and opened.
Owala FreeSip Insulated Stainless Steel Water Bottle (Simons)

Help them stay hydrated in 2026 with everyone and their mother’s favourite water bottle. This Owala favourite is made from triple-layered stainless steel to keep drinks cool, fits neatly in car cup holders, and features a flip-top lid to prevent spills.

Get it from Amazon Canada for $41.97+ or Simons for $42.00.

Crocs | Classic Cozzzy Slipper

A person sitting on a fluffy rug wearing sweatpants and Crocs slippers.
Crocs Unisex-Adult Classic Cozzzy Slipper (Amazon)

If they love their classic Crocs Clogs, upgrade their winter loungewear wardrobe with this plush pair of slippers. Modelled after the original version, they feature a comfortable sink-in footbed and functional backstrap, but are elevated with 360 degrees of faux shearling. The textured logos on the sole add grip for slippery floors and quick trips outside.

Get them from Crocs for $64.99 or from Amazon Canada for $59.95.

Amazon | Kindle Colorsoft

A person reading a comic book on the Amazon Kindle Colorsoft 16 GB.
Amazon Kindle Colorsoft 16 GB (Amazon)

The brand-new Kindle Colorsoft will save them from stuffing their suitcase or backpack with books when their next vacation rolls around. It’s the lightest, most compact model in the Kindle family, upgraded with an adjustable 7-inch colour screen (we’re talking both brightness and tone). Plus, a single charge will give it enough juice to last for weeks, so they won’t have to remember to plug it in every evening.

Get it from Amazon Canada for $264.99.

MAKE UP FOR EVER | Mini Artist Colour Lip Pencils Set

The set of MAKE UP FOR EVER lip liners next to their packaging, and a person applying one of the MAKE UP FOR EVER lip liners.
MAKE UP FOR EVER Mini Artist Color Lip Pencils Set (Sephora)

Introduce them to their new favourite lip liner shade with this discovery set from MAKE UP FOR EVER. It includes five mini Artist Colour Pencils in iconic nude shades, featuring browns, berry tones, and peachy hues. Each pencil is richly pigmented, creamy, and long-wearing.

Get it from Sephora Canada for $53.00.

BOSE | Ultra Open Earbuds

A pair of Bose Ultra Open Earbuds.
Bose Ultra Open Earbuds with Immersive Audio, Open Ear Wireless Clip on Earbuds (Amazon)

These BOSE headphones will see them through their toughest workouts, longest workdays, and everything in between. The open-ear design offers a bud-free listening experience, allowing them to stay aware of their surroundings without compromising on sound quality. They’re also water-resistant for added durability and provide up to seven hours of battery life on a full charge.

Get them from Amazon for $299.00.

Nespresso | Vertuo Discovery Pack

A box of Nespresso Vertuo Pods, Discovery Bestsellers.
Nespresso Vertuo Pods, Discovery Bestsellers Mixed Pack (Amazon)

Help them discover their new favourite coffee blend with this Nespresso pod discovery pack. It includes 60 capsules in the brand’s much-loved Odacio, Stormio, and Melozio blends, giving them enough to last through several long mornings or study sessions.

Get it from Amazon Canada for $77.40.

LEGO Botanicals | Hibiscus Flower Building Set

A LEGO Botanicals Hibiscus Flower Building Set is completed on a coffee table.
LEGO Botanicals Hibiscus Flower Building Set (LEGO)

This LEGO Botanicals arrangement is the perfect gift for anyone who loves an indoor garden but isn’t exactly blessed with a green thumb. It consists of 660 pieces, and the finished product features five large purple flowers, four blossoming buds, and two young flower nodes. Everything is housed inside a navy pot, so they won’t have to give up one of their vases to keep it looking pretty.

Get it from Amazon Canada for $81.00, Walmart Canada for $89.86, or LEGO for $89.99.

Theragun | Mini Plus Massage Gun

A person massaging their shoulder with the Theragun Mini Plus Massage Gun by Therabody.
Theragun Mini Plus Massage Gun by Therabody (Amazon)

Kick their recovery routine up a few notches with the Theragun Mini Plus Massage Gun. The smallest, lightest model in the Theragun range, this gadget packs an impressive punch for its size. They’ll get all the power of the original model packed into an ultra-portable package, and they can elevate their sessions with personalized routines using the Therabody app.

Get it from Amazon Canada for $349.99 or Best Buy Canada for $349.99.

Nicole Rucker | Fat + Flour

The cover of Fat + Flour, which features three stacks of cookies, and a stack of Fat and Gooey Chocolate Chunk Cookies with Pecans.
Fat + Flour: The Art of a Simple Bake: A Cookbook (Amazon)

Written by bakery owner and Bon Appétit contributor Nicole Rucker, this dessert-focused cookbook is brimming with tips for perfecting cookies, pies, and other irresistible treats. Whether they love hosting, want to explore a new hobby, or simply wish to impress their family, this will become their go-to cookbook.

Get it from Amazon Canada for $35.98 (originally $48.00).

Hatch | Restore 3 Sunrise Alarm Clock

A Hatch Restore 3 Sunrise Alarm Clock on a nightstand.
Hatch Restore 3 Sunrise Alarm Clock (Hatch)

They’ll be falling asleep easily with this new edition of the Hatch Restore. Its sunset feature allows them to customize their bedtime routine with custom lighting and sounds (I’m a huge fan of the rainstorms). And when they’re ready to rise, it won’t wake them up with aggressive beeping. Instead, it’ll mimic the sunrise, slowly brightening and playing gentle nature sounds or white noise to support their natural circadian rhythm.

Get it from Amazon Canada for $229.99 or Best Buy Canada for $229.99.

Lululemon | Racket Bag

A Racket Bag and a person wearing the Racket Bag with a racket tucked into it.
Lululemon Racket Bag 19L (Lululemon)

🍁 Canadian Brand

This convertible backpack has room for all their pickleball or tennis essentials, and then some. It has a detachable racket holder that fits a pickleball paddle, tennis racket, or badminton racket, a removable drawstring pouch for sweaty gear, an interior padded laptop sleeve, and plenty of pockets for snacks and other necessities.

Get it from Lululemon for $188.00.

YETI | Rambler Mug

A YETI Rambler 24 oz Mug on a picnic table.
YETI Rambler 24 oz Mug (Amazon)

The YETI Rambler Mug is perfect for gripping and sipping, with an extra-large handle and double-wall vacuum-insulated design. The exterior won’t sweat, and the MagSlider lid will keep spills at bay, so they’ll never have to worry about leakage.

Get it from YETI for $45.00 or Amazon Canada for $45.00.

Saje | Pocket Farmacy Physical Edition

The Pocket Farmacy® Physical Edition on a swirly background.
Saje Pocket Farmacy® Physical Edition (Saje)

🍁 Canadian Brand

Filled with five essential oil roll-ons, this on-the-go aromatherapy kit will help them prioritize their self-care and health, wherever they are. It includes five of Saje’s bestselling essential oil blends: Peppermint Halo (a headache remedy), Immune (to fight germs and viruses), Stress Release (to reduce tension), Pain Release (an analgesic remedy), and Eater’s Digest (for easing digestion). Everything comes packed into a handy zippered travel case that they can pop into their bag.

Get it from Saje for $72.00.

Jellycat | Amusables Sardine Tin Plush Toy

Two photos showing different angles of the JELLYCAT Amuseables Sardine Tin Plush Toy.
JELLYCAT Amuseables Sardine Tin Plush Toy (Holt Renfrew)

Plushies aren’t just for kids. This adorable sardine tin stuffed toy will look great perched on their desk or bedside table, but it’s soft and cozy enough to make a good cuddle buddy. If you’ve ever hugged a Jellycat, you know exactly the level of cozy we’re talking about.

Get it from Holt Renfrew for $70.00.

Loop | Quiet 2 Ear Plugs

A pair of Loop Quiet 2 Ear Plugs – Ultra-Comfy Reusable Noise-Reducing Earplugs.
Loop Quiet 2 Ear Plugs – Ultra-Comfy Reusable Noise-Reducing Earplugs (Amazon)

Ideal for anyone who deals with headaches, is sensitive to noise, or sleeps with someone who snores. These ultra-soft, comfy-as-heck earplugs are a win. They’re made of flexible, hypoallergenic silicone and come with four sets of tips to customize the fit. Reviewers say they don’t fall out, even when they toss and turn at night.

Get them from Amazon Canada for $29.95.

Kérastase | Iconics Gift Set for All Hair Types

The Kerastase Nourishing Holiday Set For All Hair Types on a swirly background.
Kerastase Nourishing Holiday Set For All Hair Types (Kérastase)

Up their haircare game with two iconic favourites from the Kérastase range. The Nutritive 8H Magic Night Serum nourishes dry strands overnight, adding shine and hydration while strengthening the hair. The Elixir Ultime Refillable Hydrating Hair Oil moisturizes, enhances shine, and doubles as a heat protectant for styling.

Get it from Kérastase for $101.25.

Mejuri | Letter Necklace

A person wearing two necklaces, one of which is the Mejuri | Letter Necklace.
Mejuri | Letter Necklace (Mejuri)

🍁 Canadian Brand

Made of 94% recycled 14K gold, this classic initial necklace from Mejuri will become an essential part of their stack. It’s water-resistant, hypoallergenic, and durable, designed to stand up to daily wear.

Get it from Mejuri for $368.00.

The New York Times | Appetizer Deck

The New York Times Cooking Appetizer Deck: 50 Cards for Festive Starters and Snacks on a swirly background.
The New York Times Cooking Appetizer Deck: 50 Cards for Festive Starters and Snacks (Amazon)

The host with the most will love unwrapping the Appetizer Deck from The New York Times. It includes 50 recipe cards that will walk them through how to make charcuterie platters, dips, fritters, and more.

Get it from Amazon Canada for $33.99.

Kanoodle | 3D Brain Teaser Puzzle Game

The Educational Insights Kanoodle 3D Brain Teaser Puzzle Game on a wooden table.
Educational Insights Kanoodle 3D Brain Teaser Puzzle Game (Amazon)

Kanoodle is a one-player puzzle game with hundreds of possible combinations, from 2D designs to more complicated 3D pyramids. All of the pieces fit neatly into the gameboard, meaning they can bring it along on trips (trust us, they’ll be thankful for it when they hop on their next long-haul flight).

Get it from Amazon Canada for $12.58 (originally $18.96).

Garmin | Approach Portable Golf Launch Monitor

The Garmin Approach R10, Portable Golf Launch Monitor, on a swirly background.
Garmin Approach R10, Portable Golf Launch Monitor (Amazon)

This splurge-worthy Garmin launch monitor tracks club head speed, ball speed, swing tempo, and ball spin to improve their overall shot consistency. They can use it at home or on the driving range to play virtual rounds on more than 42,000 worldwide courses (with a Garmin Golf subscription) and to analyze their swing using metrics and recorded video clips.

Get it from Amazon Canada for $840.00 (originally $983.00) or Best Buy Canada for $869.99.

Tangle Teezer | Zodiac Hairbrush

The Leo edition of the Tangle Teezer Zodiac Ultimate Detangler Hairbrush for Wet & Dry Hair.
Tangle Teezer Zodiac Ultimate Detangler Hairbrush for Wet & Dry Hair (Amazon)

This Tangle Teezer perfectly combines their love of astrology and haircare. Thanks to its long, flexible teeth, it detoxifies the scalp, removes product buildup, and delivers a stellar massage while detangling their hair without pulling or breaking. The cherry on top is the design on the back, which proudly displays their sun sign.

Get it from Amazon Canada for $28.00.

Collen Hoover | 3-Book Boxed Set

The Colleen Hoover 3-Book Boxed Set on a swirly background.
Colleen Hoover 3-Book Boxed Set: Reminders of Him, Layla, Regretting You (Amazon)

Introduce them to everyone’s favourite author of the moment, Colleen Hoover. This three-book set includes Layla, Regretting You, and Reminders of Him. Addictive, fast-paced, and emotional, these novels are must-reads for fans of contemporary romance.

Get it from Amazon Canada for $28.61 (originally $63.05).

Disclaimer: The prices displayed are accurate at the time of publication. We’ll do our best to keep them as up-to-date as possible, but you may see slight changes.