The Best Tech Gifts Under $100

Polaroid Hi-Print Portable Printer

Physical photos might be a rarity today, but they don’t need to be. With the Polaroid Hi-Print compact portable printer, you can enjoy instant photos and stickers from your phone or any Bluetooth-capable device.

It uses an intelligent paper system, so there’s no need for ink cartridges. You simply slot the paper in and charge it.

Raspberry Pi Model 4 B

For the tinkerer in your life, the Raspberry Pi model 4 B is a very affordable compact computer for all manner of projects.

It can function as a tiny media center PC, a small retro gaming machine, or an IoT device that can keep track of whatever sensors and trackers you attach to it.

The Pi is whatever you make of it, and this version is both affordable and functional, with a range of exciting compatible accessories you can add for added abilities.

Tribit StormBox 2 Portable Bluetooth speaker

The Tribit StormBox 2 offers rich 360-degree surround sound audio in a compact design, allowing you to take your music with you on all of your adventures.

It has an IPX7 Waterproof rating, so you can take it out by the lake, beach, or pool without worrying about occasional splashes damaging the device.

The speaker features two 48mm full-range drivers for clear sound quality and XBass technology for a deeper, more immersive bass while playing music.

It weighs just 1.25 pounds, so it’s easy to throw in your backpack or bag for travel. A single charge can last up to 24 hours of audio playback.

Steelseries Arctis 1 Wireless Gaming Headset (Nintendo Switch, PS4/PS5, PC, Android)

Most gamers have a headset, but few have a good gaming headset. With your $100 budget, you can get them a great one with the SteelSeries Arctis 1. It’s a wireless gaming headset with excellent audio quality and comfort for long-term play. It has 20 hours of battery life, so it’ll keep you gaming as long as you can. The built-in boom microphone is bidirectional, helping pick you up while eliminating background noise.

Amazon Echo Show 5 Gen 3

You might think you have enough displays in your life, but the Amazon Echo Show 5 makes it well worth considering just one more.

This handy device sits on your countertop, coffee table, or any other convenient surface. It gives you easy access to a digital calendar, phone, and video calling, a music and media player, a digital recipe book for the kitchen, a digital photo frame, and so much more.

With the Echo Show 5, you can free up your phone for more important tasks.

ANTOP AT-500SBS HD Antenna

Want to cut the cord and save money on your cable and streaming service bills? With an HD antenna from Antop, you can enjoy HD and UHD TV for free from all the major channels and services.

It supports hundreds of TV channels and has a range of up to 80 miles, so you don’t need to live next door to a transmitter. It has a built-in 4G LTE filter to prevent cellular connections from causing interference, and it works with up to two devices simultaneously for added convenience.

Anker Prime 100W USB-C Charger

You need a supremely powerful charger if you want to charge your devices as fast as possible. The Anker Prime gallium nitride charger supports up to 100W USB Power Delivery charging, so you can power up your laptop, tablet, or smartphone much faster than traditional chargers (the device also dictates maximum charge speed).

It has smart temperature monitoring to ensure it doesn’t overheat, and you can charge multiple devices simultaneously. It’s even compact and folds flat to make it easy to travel.

Google Pixel A-Series earbuds

The Google Pixel Buds A-Series earbuds provide rich sound and a comfortable flush-to-ear design. They support adaptive sound, automatically adjusting the volume when you move to noisier or quieter settings.

You can use Google Voice Assistant to change the music, have notifications read aloud, search Google for information, or get directions via Google Maps. The Pixel Buds support one-tap pairing with other Google Pixel or Android smartphones, similar to AirPods’ one-touch pairing with iPhones.

The earbuds offer 5 hours of audio playback or 2.5 hours of talk time per charge. You can get a total of up to 24 hours of battery life when used with the charging case.

Upright Go 2 Premium Posture Corrector

If you work at a desk all day or know someone who does, maintaining correct posture is difficult and can lead to debilitating issues. Give the gift of posture improvement with the Upright Go 2 Premium Posture Corrector.

It attaches to the user’s back with adhesive or a necklace and gently vibrates if it detects your posture worsening. That way, the recipient can return to form to thwart back and neck pain the next day and into the future.

Crucial X9 Pro 1TB Portable SSD

A portable SSD is one of the most convenient ways to move large files around and maintain security.

This 1TB Crucial X9 drive is big enough to store thousands of photos, hundreds of videos, or a number of your favorite games, and with its near 1GBps read and write speed, it can transfer data exceedingly quickly.

It’s encased in a durable anodized aluminum shell with IP55 water and dust-proofing, making it resistant to extreme weather, drops, and bumps.

Amazon Kindle (2022)

The lightest, fastest, and most affordable Kindle yet, this ebook reader continues to be one of the most popular devices of its type, and with good reason. It has a long battery life, a built-in light for nighttime reading, and 16GB of local storage for an extensive digital book library.

It also supports audiobooks, so you can listen along or read, and if you sign up for Kindle Unlimited, you’ll get access to millions of books every month.

Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 3 Waterproof Bluetooth Speaker

Ultimate Ears makes some of the best wireless Bluetooth speakers for the great outdoors, and the Wonderboom 3 is a great example. It produces a powerful sound with excellent bass that doesn’t overwhelm the mix, and it’s supremely durable.

It’s IP67 rated for dust and waterproofing—that’s enough to survive submersion. It floats, though, so you needn’t fear losing it off the boat or in a pool. With a 14-hour battery life, you can enjoy your music until you drop.

Fujifilm Instax Mini Link White Printer Bundle 2023

This Fujifilm printer makes it easy to print and share photos right away. And there's something extraordinary about holding a print to help you remember a good time. (The prints are tiny - only 62mm x 62 mm!) And remember, it's small and battery-powered, so you can bring it to any event.

Apple AirPods (2nd Generation) Wireless Earbuds with Lightning Charging Case

Any wireless headphones will work with iOS, iPadOS, and macOS, but only one works exactly how you expect them to. That's AirPods. Once the giftee opens the AirPods case, they'll be ready to pair. There is no software to download, no configuration to manage, nothing. They'll have a smile on their face before the first song finishes.

Fitbit Inspire 3

The Fitbit Inspire 3 is one of Fitbit’s most budget-friendly fitness trackers, but it still offers many great features. It supports sleep tracking, activity tracking, heart rate readings, and over 20 exercise modes.

You can also access mindfulness and breathing relaxation sessions right on your wrist. If you connect it to your smartphone, the Fitbit Inspire 3 can receive calls, texts, and smartphone notifications.

The Inspire 3 has a 10-day battery life, longer than most other Fitbit models.

The lightweight smartwatch is also water-resistant up to 50 meters, so you can take it on your next summer pool or beach day.

Logitech C920s Pro HD Webcam

Most likely, your webcam is pretty meh. The ones included in most laptops leave much to be desired, and many monitors don't include one. This Logitech model is affordable, works with everything, and will immediately make a difference in how you come across to others (regardless of whether it's a work, school, or simple FaceTime call).

TREBLAB HD77 Bluetooth Speaker

This rugged, water-resistant Bluetooth speaker is suitable for setting a fun mood wherever you go. This is a solid pick if your recipient enjoys camping, outdoor sports, cookouts, or other fun times when outlets aren't available and regular speakers are inconvenient.

Amazon Fire HD 8 tablet, 8" (2022)

Stay connected to family, friends, and all your favorite movies, music, and apps. Enjoy the 8-inch HD screen, long-lasting battery, and a 30% faster hexa-core processor (when compared to the previous Fire HD generation). From video calls to binge-watching shows, this Fire tablet is ready to access what you want when you want it.

SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless Gaming Mouse

When gaming, you want a light mouse. We don't mean one that lights up (although this one does, too), but one that weighs as little as possible. This one is just 2.5 ounces, so your wrist won't get fatigued when gaming, and thanks to its high sensitivity, you won't miss a single shot, either.