These holidays gift the teens something special, useful, and productive. But, if you’re looking for a blend of all these, chances are you will stumble upon some of those expensive gadgets. That’s when we thought of compiling a list of some of the best gifting ideas for teens under $100.
We’ve got almost every gadget, from Power Stations to Earbuds to Smart Home Speakers. Please take a look at what we’ve got in store this time.
Beat Flex Wireless EarBuds
- BATTERY LIFE – Up to 12 hours of listening time
The Beat Flex is a pretty stylish neckband that would be the perfect gift for teens that fall under the $100 mark. It’s water resistant and has pretty ergonomic and magnetically attachable earbuds. The flex foam neck cable provides all-day comfort and a better and more personalized fit. The Beat Flex has a dual-chamber acoustic design and proprietary layered drivers that achieve outstanding stereo audio with rich bass.
With the Apple W1 chipset, the Beats Flex easily connects and integrates with the iPhone, iPad, and Mac. Also, with Bluetooth 5.1, the device connects seamlessly with almost any smart device out there. The Beat Flex is perfect if you’re looking for something that will leave your teenager stunned.
What We Like: Bluetooth 5.0 | Apple W1 chip | one-tap Audio Sharing | Magnetic earbuds | Auto-Play/Pause | Voice controlled playback | Siri access
JBL Clip 4 Portable Mini Bluetooth Speaker
- RICH JBL ORIGINAL PRO SOUND: The legendary JBL signature sound delivers surprisingly big audio and…
The JBL Clip 4 is one of the best portable mini Bluetooth speakers you can get under the $100 mark. It’s dust and waterproof and is rated IP67. It is super compact and even comes with an integrated carabiner to easily clip it on your belt or strap while moving. With 10 hours of playtime on a single full charge, it’s the best gift you could give your teenager any time of the year.
The JBL Clip 4 is excellent audio performance and is on a decent budget. It neither burns a hole in your pocket nor compromises the quality and performance. And yeah, the teenagers will love something they could carry around, as the Clip 4 is even more compact than the JBL Clip 3.
What We Like: Bluetooth 5.1 | Compact Design | IP67 Rating | Portable and Lightweight | 10 Hour Battery Backup | Integrated Carabiner
Celestron Portable Refractor Travel Scope
- SUPERIOR OPTICS: The Celestron 70mm Travel Scope features high-quality, fully-coated glass optics, a…
Everyone’s fascinated by the night sky and the radiant stars that shine up in the sky. And as a teenager was intrigued by the fascinating night sky. There was a time when I wanted something that helped me look up clearly into the sky, and so are every teenager out there. We’ve added the Celestron Portable Reflector Telescope to our list.
It’s an ideal beginner-friendly telescope that you can gift your teenage lad. It has a 70mm Objective lens that lets him gaze at the night sky. You’ll get a tripod, a carry bag, and other attachments with the delivery. Also, you’ll get two eyepieces, a 20mm and a 10mm, to get the best view possible.
What We Like: Beginner friendly | 70mm Objective Lens | Includes Tripod | Additional Eyepieces
Holy Stone Drone with 1080P HD Camera Live Video
- 1080P FOV 120° HD FPV Camera: You can capture memorable moments with distortion-free and view…
Teenagers love drone cameras, and there’s nothing like surprising them with a great beginner-friendly drone cam right now. We’ve got the Holy Stone Drone camera, the best beginner-friendly drone camera that’s available below the $100 mark. This drone camera records in 1080p HD. The camera is pretty efficient and exposes your child to the world of drones and how well they capture footage.
The drone features a dedicated control unit on which you’ll place your smartphone wirelessly via the app. Once docked, your kid can control and take care of the drone alone. In addition to the normal flight, the drone also features modes like the headless mode and the 3D flip.
What We Like: WiFi Connectivity | Beginner Friendly | Different Flight Modes | Good Battery Backup | Decent Range | 3D Flip
Echo Show 5 (2nd Gen) Smart display with Alexa
- See your day clearly with Alexa at the ready – Set alarms and timers, check your calendar or the…
The Echo Show is great, and the 5Gen is the best crowd-puller in the gadget world. The five gen Echo Show has some great specs and features that are useful for everyone. The device comprises features like a dedicated 2 MP camera, a 5.5″ touch screen, and many more. With Amazon Alexa inbuilt, you get the best out of the tech world through voice commands. It’s a great gifting option for teens now, and yes, it’s $100.
It is even a great device you should get right now cause multiple features enhance your productivity to the core. Apart from being a simple display, it doubles itself as a dedicated home video cam, alarm clock, and nightstand.
What We Like: WiFi Connectivity | 5.5″ LCD Display |Inbuilt 2MP Camera | Amazon Alexa Inbuilt | Smart Home Integration
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Amazfit GTS-2 Smart Watch with 14 Days Battery Life
- 【BUILT IN AMAZON ALEXA & GPS】You can talk to Amazon Alexa on your Amazfit GTS 2 Mini Smart…
The Amazfit GTS 2 Mini is a stylish smartwatch with built-in GPS. It even comes packed with Amazon Alexa making it easy to access voice-enabled operations. This smartwatch is a great teenage gift as it is packed with features and is stylish.
The GTS 2 Mini features more than 70+ Sports modes and has metric body sensors like heart rate and Blood Oxygen level sensors. It even includes Female Cycle Tracking as well as stress level monitoring. What’s more, the watch is waterproof and is rated IPX4. We aren’t going deep into the technicals as AmazFit Smartwatches are known for their powerful specs and performance.
What We Like: GPS Inbuilt | 70+ Sports Mode | Heart Rate Sensor | Female Cycle Tracking | IPX4 Rating | Amazon Alexa Inbuilt
Apple AirTag
- Keep track of and find your items alongside friends and devices in the Find My app
The Apple AirTag’s been a revolution. It is one of the best device trackers in the world and comes with some useful features. It’s a stealthy GPS tracker that helps you track almost everything, your keys, wallets, iPhones, backpacks, eBike, and many more.
The AirTag is pretty easy to install and use. With connectivity features like Bluetooth, NFC, and Ultra-Wideband Tech, the AirTag is a pretty crazy device tracker. And with excellent GPS reception, it’s one of the best gifting ideas for teens if you’re on a tight budget.
What We Like: Bluetooth and NFC | Simple one-tap setup | inbuilt speaker with level alarm | Siri Support | Accelerometer Inbuilt
Logitech Bluetooth Wireless Gaming Headset
- Headphones fit type:Over-Ear.Frequency Response: 100Hz-8KHz
Teenagers love gaming, so gifting them dedicated gaming headphones is great. If you’re looking for a great gaming headphone under the $100 mark, then the Logitech G435 is the best choice. It is an Over-Ear headphone that’s stylish and hardcore. It comes with earcups that are made of durable memory foam padding.
The gadget provides the ultimate comfort that gamers look out for. The G435 is rather lightweight. It offers an extended battery life of 18 hours, which is great for the piece you pay. Also, it comes with inbuilt mics that are of superior quality.
What We Like: Bluetooth 5.1 | Lightweight | 40mm Drivers | Memory Foam Earcups | 18 Hour Battery Backup | Inbuilt Mics
Sony Truly Wireless in-Ear Bluetooth Earbuds
- DSEE restores high frequency sounds lost in compression.Note : If the size of the earbud tips does…
The Sony WF-C500 wireless Bluetooth earbuds are one of the best gifts for teenagers. It’s rated IPX4 and is sweatproof and waterproof. These Bluetooth earbuds are ergonomic in design and exceptional in audio quality. It is an everyday earbud you can rely on during road trips, gym sessions, etc.
What makes it a great teenage gifting idea is its versatile performance. The Earbuds offer up to 20 hours of battery backup, and even a 10 min quick charge gives enough power to last for hours. The pocket-sized design is also something teenagers look out for. Overall, the Sony WF-C500 is a pretty neat gifting idea right now.
What We Like: Ergonomic Design | Excellent Fit | Bluetooth 5.0 | Pocket Friendly | Rated IPX4 | Sweatproof and Waterproof
All-New Echo Dot with clock
- OUR BEST SOUNDING ECHO DOT YET – Enjoy an improved audio experience compared to any previous Echo…
The new Amazon Echo Dot is a compact Alexa speaker that delivers crisp, clear vocals and balanced bass throughout the day. It’s one of the few smart speakers that come under the $100 mark. It is a great gifting option and an essential Smart Home device that can do wonders. The speaker is compact and stylish. It lets you control everything via voice prompts with the help of Alexa.
With the Echo Dot in hand, your teenage lad stream music online and get personalized feeds on weather, news, and many more by telling Alexa what he needs. With the smart assistant, you can easily control your smart LED lights, fans, and many more. There are also inbuilt protection and privacy features within the Echo Dot.
What We Like: Bluetooth and WiFi | Alexa Inbuilt | Excellent Audio Output | Portable and Compact | Smart Home Integration
Portable Apple Watch Charger
- 【Special Design for Apple Watch/ iPhone/ iPod】- It’s an amazing option for on-the-go charging of…
The iWalk Apple watch charger is a power bank with a magnetic charging pad. It is an amazing option for on-the-go charging and is a great choice to gift your loved ones this winter. This Apple Charger lets you charge iPhones as well as Apple Watches. It has a 9000mAh internal battery that keeps your devices up and running.
A lightning cable is attached to the unit that lets you easily connect your iPhones. Apart from the lightning port, a USB type C input port favors two-way charging. It is a great gadget under the $100 mark and will most probably suit the needs of your teens.
What We Like: Portable Design | 9000mAh Internal Battery | USB Type-C Charging | Magnetic Charging Pad for Apple Watch | 0 to 100% in 5 hours
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5-in-1 Wireless Charger Apple Charging Station
- Innovation design for the iFans. You can charge your all Apple devices with this 5-in-1 charging…
The Zechin 5 in 1 wireless charger is a fairly priced MFi-certified charging station. It’s a great choice for guys who are looking to enhance productivity. And yeah, it suits the list of the best gifts for teenagers in 2022.
The Zechin charging station included a dedicated wireless charging pad for the iPhones and Apple Watches. The whole unit is powered via USB Type C. It comes with a 36W adapter which supports 7.5W wireless fast charging. The lower base also lets you charge your AirPods or the AirPods Pro. What’s more, additional USB ports, a Type C and a Type A port for enhanced productivity.
What We Like: 5 in 1 Design | Wireless fast Charging | 36W Input | 7.5W Wireless Output | Additional Wired Outputs | USB C to USB A Interface
Magnetic Foldable 3-in-1 Charging Station
The UCOMX Nano might be your wireless gadgets’ most compact and reliable charging solution. It’s a 3-in-1 charging station that includes 3 dedicated wireless charging pads. The charging station is MFi certified, so it’s safe to couple it up with your Apple devices.
This wireless charging station lets you fast charge your iPhones, the Apple Watch, and the AirPods. The iPhone charging pad offers a 10W power output, while the Apple Watch charging unit offers 5W. The Airpod charger, on the other hand, also offers 5W power output, which is great. If you ask me, the UCOMX Nano is a great device that your teenage lad would love as it is productive as well as convenient.
What We Like:3 in 1 Design | Qi Fast Charging | 10W Peak Output | Portable and Compact | USB Type C Input
Anker Foldable Magnetic Wireless Portable Charger
- Prop It Up: Features a versatile built-in foldable kickstand that keeps your iPhone 13/12 upright…
The Anker 622 is an excellent Wireless power bank suitable for all Qi-enabled smartphones. It works perfectly with iPhones and offers a wireless charging output of 10W. It features an inbuilt 5000mAh internal battery. This gadget features a foldable kickstand that keeps your iPhones upright while charging. It even doubles as a dedicated dock that lets you FaceTime while being charged.
The 622 is one of Anker’s compact and portable wireless charging units and works on its Mini Cell Technology. The minimal battery size makes it rather compact, and the device charges itself vis the USB C input right at the lower end. The input USB you see here doubles itself as an output for charging your non-Qi-enabled devices. It is a great gifting idea not only for teenagers but also for office professionals that seek portable power to enhance their working abilities.
What We Like: Wireless Charging | 5,000 mAh Battery | Mini Cell Technology | 10W Max Wireless Output | USB C 25W Max Input/Output
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Google Pixel Buds A-Series Wireless Earbuds
- Pixel Buds A-Series wireless earbuds deliver rich, high-quality audio, no matter what you’re…
The Google Pixel Buds A is a great option if you’re planning to get a pair of earbuds for your teenage lad. Its got great looks, a stylish case, and an exquisite audio output. It has a powerful 12mm driver unit that gives out rich audio when you plug it on. This is a great choice because it comes with Google Assistant inbuilt.
This wireless earbud offers a battery backup of 5 hours. It is sweatproof and is rated IPX4. There is also Adaptive Audio that takes care of ambient noise. The two inbuilt microphones are great, and at this price tag, there’s no looking back if you’re planning to gift Bluetooth earbuds this time.
What We Like: Bluetooth 4.0 | 12mm dynamic drivers | Ambient Audio Mode| IPX4 Rated | 5-Hour Battery Backup | Google Assistant Inbuilt
Logitech Litra Glow Premium LED Streaming Light
- Natural skin tones, radiant look: Logitech’s TrueSoft technology delivers balanced, full-spectrum…
The Logitech Lira Glow is an excellent streaming light useful for vloggers. It offers radiant ambient lighting thanks to its powerful LED setup. The LEDs offer cinematic color accuracy and deliver balanced lighting. It’s a great choice if your teenager loves making vlogs and random videos for Instagram and TikTok.
The Lifa Glow comes with a 3-way monitor mount with adjustable height, tilt, and rotation for precise ambient lighting. What’s more, the free Logitech G Hub desktop app lets you easily control and tweak the light settings. Also, it’s Plug n Play, meaning you’ll only need to plug into your USB port to power the device.
What We Like: Power LED lighting | USB Plug N Play | Cinematic Colour Accuracy | Comes with a PC Mount
Logitech Video Calling HD Pro Webcam
- Webcam comes with a 3-month XSplit VCam license and no privacy shutter. XSplit VCam lets you remove,…
The Logitech C920x is an excellent low-budget webcam that records in 1080p Full HD at 30fps. What makes it the best is that it comes with a dual stereo mic setup that offers excellent audio clarity. Owing to the price tag, the C920x is a great gifting option for teens under $100, thanks to its build quality and the wide range of essential features.
This webcam comes with auto light adjustments. It even mimics ambient lighting and fine-tunes it to enhance visual quality. The device works flawlessly with almost all video calling apps and ensures you’re the point of attraction at every meeting. What’s more, the device offers versatile mounting options. There is an adjustable clip and even a threaded base for mounting on the monitor, laptop, or on a tripod.
What We Like: Full HD Recording | Dual Stereo Mics | Excellent Build Quality | Automatic Light Correction | USB Mode
Logitech K380 Multi-Device Bluetooth Keyboard
- Multi-device Bluetooth keyboard: The Logitech K380 Pebble keyboard is a universal keyboard for…
The Logitech K380 is an excellent wireless keyboard that comes with Multi-Device Support. It is a stylish wireless keyboard that teenagers love. And at a reasonable price of $100, it would be a great gadget to gift your loved ones. Multi-Device connectivity is the main USP of the keyboard. You can seamlessly connect up to 3 Devices at a time.
The Logitech K380 works well with all PC platforms. It even works with iPads and gives you a greater degree of productivity. What’s more, it can automatically recognize your iPad and assign keys to give you a familiar layout. The keyboard does lack backlight, but at this price tag, it is a great gifting option for teenagers this winter.
What We Like: Bluetooth | OS Adaptivity | Easy OS Switch | Multi-Device Support | Portable | Media Control HotKeys
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mophie 3-in-1 Magsafe Wireless Charging Stand
- CHARGE UP TO 3 APPLE DEVICES – With dedicated spots for iPhone, Watch, and AirPods/AirPods Pro, you…
The Mophie 3-in-1 MagSafe Wireless charger is a durable and reliable all-in-one charger for your smart devices. It works well even as a charging stand, and yeah, the unit’s foldable, making it rather portable. It features a 7.5W wireless output that lets you charge your iPhones and Android smartphones.
The inbuilt magnets offer the right hold and keep your phones intact. Apart from the iPhones, you can even charge your AirPods and smartwatches. Among the portable charging stations on our list, this one is on the higher side of the budget but yet is under the $100 mark.
What We Like:3 in 1 Design | Qi Fast Charging | 7.5W Output | Portable and Compact | USB Type C Input
Apple MagSafe Battery Pack Portable Charger
- Attaching the MagSafe Battery Pack is a snap. Its compact, intuitive design makes on-the-go charging…
Apple devices require an Apple-specific battery pack for the best performance. Of course, several battery packs are out there, but gifting an Apple Battery Pack for your teens is the best idea. The compact battery pack and wireless design make on-the-go charging pretty easy.
This MagSafe power bank comes with inbuilt magnets that keep the phone aligned. Auto Charging is another feature that made us love this device. Once you attach it to your iPhone, the battery pack senses the battery level and initiates auto charging. The wireless charger offers a max wireless charging output of 20W when coupled with a 20W adapter. At the price tag of less than $100, this is the best Apple gadget you can gift your teenager this time of the year.
What We Like: Wireless charging | 1460mAh Battery Capacity | 20W Max Output | Auto Charging | Compact Design
Our list of the best gift ideas for teenagers under $100. From speakers to headphones to even GPS-enabled smartwatches, we’ve got almost all of the best gadgets that fall under the $100 mark. Now it is up to you to consider the best one among these to gift your teenager these holidays.