Engadget’s Best Tech Gifts & Gadgets for 2025 — Staff Picks

Engadget’s editors and reviewers put together a comprehensive gift guide featuring more than 35 tech picks ideal for the 2025 holiday season. The list blends items the team tested for reviews with personal favorites and trending gadgets across several categories — aiming to help you find something for every tech‑enthusiast on your list.

The guide covers a wide range of price points and interests. Expect recommendations spanning wearables and health gadgets, noise‑cancelling headphones, smart‑home devices, gaming gear, productivity accessories, and standout consumer electronics that made an impression this year.

Highlights & categories to explore

• Wearables & health: Smartwatches and fitness trackers with improved battery and health sensors.
• Audio: Premium earbuds and over‑ear headphones with active noise cancellation and long battery life.
• Smart home: Voice assistants, smart displays, and Matter‑compatible devices for easier automation.
• Gaming & streaming: Controllers, headsets, and accessories for PC and console players — plus streaming hardware.
• Productivity & creativity: Monitors, stylus‑friendly tablets, e‑ink note devices and desk gear for creators and remote workers.
• Affordable picks: Useful stocking stuffers and budget gadgets that still deliver strong value.

Why this guide helps

With so many product launches and seasonal deals, narrowing down good buys can be time‑consuming. Engadget’s roundup aggregates tested and recommended items from their editorial team, helping shoppers quickly find reliable gifts and spot deals across categories.

Shopping tips

• Check device compatibility (phone, platform or ecosystem) before buying for someone else.
• Consider battery life and real‑world performance over marketing specs.
• Look for bundled accessories or holiday discounts to stretch your budget.

See the full list and specific product picks on Engadget: Engadget — The best tech gifts and cool gadgets for 2025.

Discussion: Which category would you choose for a gift this season — audio, wearables, smart home, gaming, or productivity? Share your top pick!