Score massage guns, earbuds and more

Believe it or not, not everyone wants a pricey pair of AirPods, especially when there are so many affordable alternatives. These bestsellers have more than 9,000 five-star reviews, and customers rave about the sound quality and comfortable fit.

“Best earbuds I have ever tried!” one fan reported. “I have tried so many brands and types of low-cost earbuds and these by far surpass them all. They stay comfortably in my ear without falling out. You can use the left or right independently, or together, which was big for me.”

An LED light strip is just the sort of cool, mostly unnecessary item that’s perfect as a holiday gift. This one can sync with music or shows to create different colors and patterns based on the beat of music, or be programmed to show endless different combos. Sizes range from 6.5 to 100(!) feet.

Walmart’s got you covered for techies of any age. These Bluetooth headphones fit comfortably over kiddos’ ears with an adjustable headband that will grow right along with little ones. They also have 10 hours of battery time and easily collapse for travel. 

As we’re all well aware, massage guns are objectively perfect holiday gifts, but you don’t need to shell out big bucks for a big name. This portable but powerful option comes with four attachments and six speed settings that will ease just about any ache or pain. 

Add a little magic to the holiday season with this awe-inspiring cloud light. It comes unassembled, making it the ultimate (and literal) rainy-day DIY activity. Once it’s put together, the colors and effects can be managed via remote control.

Souped-up phones and streaming have made traditional car radios pretty much obsolete, so this smart version will be a fun surprise as a holiday gift. It looks like an old-school car radio but connects to a phone via Bluetooth to offer hands-free phone calls and streaming. 

As gamers know all too well, a good mouse is an essential. This one has five programmable buttons for maximum control, and it’s ergonomically designed to support hours of intense, precise play.

For little ones dying to own a smartwatch just like their parents, this Minecraft-themed version makes a fun stocking stuffer. It’s really just a fun little digital watch, but for younger kids, it will do the trick just fine. 

Whether you’re shopping for a teenage vlogger or an adult in need of a more professional work-from-home setup, this ring light makes a great holiday gift. It comes with an adjustable stand and handy remote control that will help light any photo or video. 

Smart trackers don’t have to break the bank. One of these sleek gizmos can be slipped into (or onto) any item, then connected with the Apple Find My app to offer ongoing, real-time tracking. Forgetful friends will love the security and peace of mind they provide. 

Shopping for someone whose car could use a little tidying? Help them out with this handy vacuum that’s designed to suck up crumbs, dirt and dust from all the tight crevices in a vehicle. 

“Gee whiz this thing is powerful!” one owner raved. “I really didn’t know what to expect out of a vacuum this little but boy am I surprised!”

Related: The best car vacuums of 2024, tested and reviewed

Bluetooth speakers are one of those things people can’t really have too many of — in other words, an ideal holiday gift. This portable option has a speaker mount, a carabineer clip, a built-in magnet and 12 hours of battery life. It’s also waterproof and even floats, making it a great pick for adventurers.