25 Practical Gifts That Are Brilliant for Every Day Use
Everything they need to make their lives easier.
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You probably have that one friend, sibling or family member who has never been into gift-giving. Their love language may be acts of service or they might just dislike clutter. If they want anything at all, it's likely useful gifts that make their day-to-day life easier. To help you find something they'll actually appreciate, we've combed the internet for the best practical gifts available right now.
When browsing this guide, think about what present would be the most meaningful to them. People who aren't big on gifts might gravitate towards picks with a purpose — a rechargeable hand warmer or a compact, 3-in-1 charger for all of their devices, maybe? Or, if they like to be efficient in the kitchen, we found a highly-rated breakfast sandwich maker as well as a cute ladle spoon that makes serving soups from deep pots stress-free (both Amazon finds!). Whether you're shopping for their birthday, Christmas or just because, there's a present on this list they're sure to love.
If you're still stumped, browse our selection of minimalist gifts that would appeal to anyone with a less-is-more approach. Shopping on a budget? Take your pick of gifts under $30, $20 and even $10. We have you covered!
Hamilton Beach Breakfast Sandwich Maker
Every morning, they can whip up a delicious breakfast in record time with this cute sandwich maker. Made of metal and plastic, it's easy to clean, according to more than 39,000 Amazon customers who've tried it.
Wireless Smart Meat Thermometer
Thirty-five thousand Amazon reviewers have purchased this product and many love it. According to customers, the best part of this meat thermometer is the software, which basically cooks the meat for you. It includes two sensors and a probe that'll help them cook their meat perfectly, every time.
Original Loft Pillow
Our top pick for pillows makes an excellent practical gift. The Good Housekeeping Institute Textiles Lab loves this style's hybrid fill, shape retention and adjustability for different sleep positions.
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It's frustrating to open a stubborn lid, but this jar and bottle opener set makes the process stress-free. This versatile design will make it easy to open different kinds of lids.
Spilling coffee or tea on the couch is the worst. Eliminate this problem with this silicone cup holder, which will keep their furniture mess-free. It comes in a few different colors to match just about any decor style.
Password Book
They'll never lose their password again with this handy book, which even comes with different tabs to keep them organized. Over 29,000 Amazon reviewers have tried this product, and one wrote: "Bought for my mom since she can never remember her password. I like how discreet it is, and you don’t even have to write down the actual password, but a hint so you can remember it. Highly recommend!"
This rechargeable hand warmer is a great practical gift, especially if they enjoy camping. It takes less than two minutes to heat up and will keep their hands warm for up to four hours.
Wireless Charger 3-in-1
Their go-to devices will always stay powered up with this 3-in-1 charger. It can hold a phone, smartwatch and wireless headphones.
This mini fridge is equal parts cute and practical. Available in four colors, it's compact enough to fit into any kitchen or dorm room and has a fun, retro-inspired feel to boot. While it holds up to six cans, it can also be used to store everything from their favorite snacks to skincare must-haves.
Velvet Travel Jewelry Storage Box
Her jewelry will be safe wherever she goes with this sweet storage box, equipped with spots for her necklaces and earrings, slots for rings, plus three sections for bracelets and other baubles. Plus, it comes in a bunch of pretty colors, and the velvet material makes it look super luxurious at a bargain price.
Drinking Glasses With Bamboo Lids and Glass Straws
Glass straws and four drinking glasses with bamboo lids they can reuse? There's no better practical gift, if you ask us. They'll even get two cleaning brushes.
Perfect for the outdoorsy girl, this foldable sun hat has a wide brim that will keep her protected from UV rays. Made of polyester and mesh, it will fit most women.
Ok, hear us out. While it might cause a giggle, this motion-activated LED toilet night light is a very practical gift. Anyone who has tried to go to the bathroom in the middle of the night knows this, too.
Personal safety is so important for women, and this nifty alarm would put her at ease. "I've had one of these for a while now, and love the peace of mind it gives me when I go out for walks alone," one Amazon reviewer wrote. The loud siren and flashing strobe light will scare off any attacker. All she has to do is simply remove the top pin to activate it.
REVLON One-Step Hair Dryer Brush
Seriously upgrade her morning routine with this one-step hair dryer brush. Our tester called it a "game changer" in hair care. Its dual design (which dries and brushes hair) will cut her prep time in half.
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Whether they want to follow a recipe while cooking or watch their favorite show in bed, this phone mount holder will come in handy. It's been purchased by over 37,000 Amazon customers, works with most phones and costs under $30!
This plastic ladle spoon, which can stand on its own, is just what they need to serve soup or stew from a deep pot. Amazon reviewers can't get enough of the long-handled design. "I just like to have it around, it's cute to look at, and makes me feel like a cute little chef," one Amazon reviewer wrote.
If their devices always seem to be dying, this portable charger is the gift for them. It's compatible with iPhone 15 models, and will keep them powered up on the go without needing an outlet.
This fuzzy ball towel set is a practical gift that'll add a dose of fun to their space. They look like a bath mat, but can also be used as a towel. What's more, they can easily be hung up anywhere in the house.
Over 74,000 Amazon customers have purchased this beauty gift set. It would make a great stocking stuffer and has everything they'll need to keep their skin moisturized. The products are packed with nourishing ingredients like shea butter, coconut, lemon butter and the original beeswax.
Cailey Lindberg (she/her) is a writer and editor with over a decade of experience covering products, lifestyle, entertainment and food. Before joining Good Housekeeping in 2022, she was a staff writer at USA Today's shopping network, Reviewed.com.
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