This post is all about cheap Christmas gifts for teens.
It can be so hard to find the perfect Christmas gift for teenagers. If you want to find the perfect gift for the teen in your life, whether it’s your kid, your sibling, friend, niece or nephew, in this post you’ll find 55 cheap Christmas gifts for teens they’ll LOVE!
I get how quickly those Christmas expenses add up when you’re buying several gifts. So, I’ve opted to make this an AFFORDABLE gift list! Everything on this list is under ~$50 and there are several options that are closer to the $15-20 range that a teen would still love and appreciate.
Let’s get into it!!
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CHEAP CHRISTMAS GIFTS FOR TEENS:
This mini Lululemon backpack is a great way to buy any teen a quality, brand-name item without spending tons of money!! This isn't exactly the backpack you'd use for high school, but it's the perfect size for outings with friends when they don't want to take a big bag with them.
Spikeball is such a good option for teens! It's a game they can play with their friends, outdoors or indoors, and both guys and girls enjoy it.
If the teen you're shopping for doesn't already have a portable mini bluetooth speaker, this JBL one is perfect!! It's one of the best quality bluetooth speaker brands.
Plus, it's waterproof so they can use it in the shower or at a pool day, which is perfect for both teenage boys and girls.
A beanbag chair is always a fun addition to any teenager's room, and they don't have to be expensive!
This bean bag chair comes in several colors which makes it perfect for finding one teen boys or teen girls will love.
Every teen girl needs a cute makeup bag! Whether she uses it for everyday getting ready, or just uses it to bring her makeup to sleepovers, it's an essential if she likes makeup.
Guys need toiletry bags too! These are great for sleepovers, weekend getaways with friends, and vacations.
This is for the teen who loves filming TikToks everywhere they go. A Flipstik lets you stick your phone to basically any flat surface... a wall, window, cabinet, mirror, etc! These are one of those small gifts that they will probably use DAILY if they like filming content.
If your teenager doesn't have a pickleball set yet, now's the time!! Pickleball has been a big hit in recent years, and it's a fun way to get some exercise.
A ceiling projector is a great little gadget to have for any teen who would want to watch movies lying in bed or have the perfect setup at a sleepover.
These Christmas glasses are so cute! You can either get them with a reindeer, snowflake, or Christmas tree design.
I've seen both guys and girls use this Lululemon keychain loop. It's a great way to help your teen NOT lose their keys because it's so easy to carry around or even throw in their bag.
Every teen girl needs several pairs of cute sunglasses! This pack of 2 are both great for blocking UV light and looking stylish in the process 😉
I always put slippers or slides on any gift guide for teens because they're truly never a bad gift idea. These puff slippers can be used indoors, outdoors, or even as shower shoes, depending on what your teen needs them for.
This mini strobe light is such a fun item to have on hand for sleepovers or parties! It's the ultimate gift for teens but it's still so affordable.
This puff style has been super in for the last year or two, which makes this cross body puff bag the ideal gift.
Cross-body bags are always super helpful to have one hand, and bonus points when they're trendy!
Loungewear sets are another great teen gift. It's always nice to have a bunch of different color options and styles of loungewear.
This loungewear set for guys is one of the best gifts you really can't go wrong with!
Know a teen girl who wears lots of jewelry? This initial jewelry dish is such a good idea!
Any teen who loves coffee or matcha needs this electric milk frother and cold foam maker. Then, they don't need to spend quite as much money buying coffee 😉 they can make their favorite drinks at home!
I love hyaluronic acid face masks because they really are so hydrating! Having some items to make any normal day at home feel like a spa day is always a good idea for teenagers.
This Roku streaming stick will allow your teen to get entertainment from all their favorite streaming services on the same device.
Know a teen who loves to read or watch shows in bed? This backrest pillow is the BEST!
It'll help them get super comfy while they do their favorite relaxing hobbies.
A silk sleep mask will seriously make you feel like you've had the best sleep of your life.
They take some getting used to, but once you've built the habit of sleeping with a mask, it's honestly such a game changer.
This is a great gift idea for a teen who struggles to get enough sleep or good quality sleep!
These sleek pocket hand sanitizers are both trendy and the perfect items to carry in every bag.
Digital cameras are out, disposable cameras are in, haha. A disposable camera feels super 'vintage' to teens and it's so fun for them to get their photos developed and have a special way to keep memories with friends.
If the teen girl you're shopping for likes wearing slick-back buns or ponytails, this hair slick back stick will really help her take control of those flyaways.
Vintage baseball caps are great gift ideas for both guys and girls. You can never have too many baseball caps on hand, and the vintage look of these are great!
These "message of the day" cards are a great way to keep the teen you know motivated and in good spirits throughout the year.
A claw clip set is always a super safe option for teen girls, because claw clips are both trendy and useful!
If the teen you're shopping for loves pilates or yoga, get her or him this pilates/yoga mat! It's thicker than a typical yoga mat which makes it more comfortable. Plus, you can pick between so many nice colors.
If your teenager loves working out but doesn't have a massage gun yet, they'll love it!
They can massage their sore muscles while watching TV or doing homework. It's so convenient.
A personalized sweat towel is such a fun and useful gift for any teen who loves hitting the gym!
These weighted bangles are the perfect gift for teenage girls who love to do pilates! They're so aesthetic and an easy way to make a workout a little more challenging.
You really can't go wrong with a cute PJ set, and this one comes in so many different Christmas patterns!
Here's a cozy Christmas PJ set for guys as well!
A sunrise alarm clock will be a GAME-CHANGER for the teen who struggles to wake up in the morning.
It wakes you up with both gradual light AND sound (to mimic a sunrise) which makes it way easier to get out of bed right away.
A blowout brush is such a great hair tool to have on hand, but they can be so expensive! This one is way more affordable.
I love DIY kits because they always make unique gifts and they're a fun activity. These resin coaster DIY kits will allow the teen you're shopping for to make their own resin coasters!
Here's another great DIY idea! The teen you're shopping for can do their own counted cross stitch and when they're done, they'll have a beautiful new piece of decor that they made.
Nike socks will never get old for the teen age group!
I''m obsessed with this Christmas tree mug! I feel like when you're in doubt you really can't go wrong with gifting someone a cute mug.
Fitness trackers can be so expensive, but this simple one still tracks all the main health markers including step count and sleep, and that's really all you need.
This adjustable laptop desk is a great tool to have so that the teen you're shopping for can do some homework on the couch or their bed.
I don't think any teen would complain about a good self care set! This set comes with a bunch of cozy and body care items to help her have a spa day at home (for a good price).
I chose this guys self care set because this brand makes such good body care products for men! The soaps smell amazing.
A new comfy bathrobe is always welcome, especially in the winter months.
This mini waffle maker is so cute, and the perfect tool to get your teen to start making their own breakfast if they're not already 😉 they can even throw a brunch for their friends!
These Simple Modern to go mugs come in so many different amazing colors.
A diffuser and some aromatherapy oils is the perfect thing to help your teen make their room a more relaxed environment. I used a diffuser through high school to help me sleep and loved it!
It's always good to have a fresh journal going into each new year. This journal comes in a few different shades and would be a great gift for both girls and guys.
This set of bath salts will last a while! It's always so nice to have bath salts on hand for relaxing baths.
This monogram mug is stunning! You can get it with any letter.
I love the worn-out look of this vintage hoodie. So much better than buying a standard hoodie and if your teen loves dressing casual they'll be able to create so many great outfits out of this.
Teens love snacks. A gift basket of snacks they can have all to themselves? That's gold!!
The five minute journal is a great way for any teen to get into a good habit of self-reflection without it being too overwhelming or time consuming. Plus, even if they reduce their screen time by just 5 minutes, that's a win!!
This mini drone looks like so much fun! It's a great gift for a guy or just any teen who loves drones or videography.
This is such a gorgeous candle from Anthropologie. Plus, who doesn't want their room to smell like fresh-baked gingerbread?!
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