Dash Mini Waffle Maker
Breakfast in bed, anyone? Dash’s Heart Shaped Waffle Maker can be used for those delicious syrup-soaked breakfast treats or even for some tasty hash browns and paninis. If waffle hearts are a bit cheesy for you, remember that you can always flip them upside down and use some creative garnishing to turn them into something much more…”saucy.”
Price: $9.99+
lego succulents
Lego succulents are the perfect gift if that special someone likes to kill houseplants. The 771-piece kit allows you to build something with your partner without having to worry about your green friends disappearing untimely, which can bring some color and character to your living room or work space.
Price: $44.99+
Catalonia Pullover Hoodie
True love is being comfortable enough with each other that you don’t care how ridiculous you look, and there’s nothing more comfortable than a hooded blanket. Catalonia pullovers are great for layering up on the sofa during the colder months, and come in many colors and patterns so everyone can choose one that suits their style.
Price: $34.99+
Courant Mag:1 Essentials Magnetic Magazine (with optional monogram)
Courant’s Magnetic Qi Charger works great for charging a MagSafe compatible Android phone or iPhone overnight. Unlike most technology, however, it doesn’t stand out like an eyesore on your nightstand. Each one is covered in a fancy fabric or quality leather, and for an extra $10, you can get monogrammed for a little more flair.
Price: $40+
Fujifilm Instax Mini 11
Few devices are as enchanting for capturing social events and documenting everyday life as Fujifilm’s Instax cameras. The Mini 11 is our favorite of the bunch, mainly because it offers great ease of use and photo quality within an affordable package. There is something special about instant film, since each photo is unique.
Price: $69.95
Apple AirPods (3rd generation)
The 3rd generation AirPods are the sweet spot if you want to gift your iPhone lover with a pair of wireless headphones. They’re a step up from the last-gen model in terms of sound, but your partner probably won’t think you overspent like you would if you had to pay for the AirPods Pro. Plus, they offer IPX4 water resistance and the same great ease of use than previous models.
Price: $174.95+
iRobotRobot Roomba j7 Plus
You don’t have to argue about who gets stuck vacuuming if you have a robovac. The iRobot Roomba j7 Plus is our top pick for robot vacuums thanks to its smart auto-mapping feature and self-empty cleaning station. Plus, you can name it in the iRobot app as a pet, one that can help clean up after you instead of the other way around.
Price: $799
Famous foods of Xi’an by Jason Wang and Jessica K. Chou
If you have fond memories of going out for Chinese food together, you should try making your own noodles and dumplings at home. Xi’an Famous Foods is a great chain of noodle shops in New York City, and their equally great cookbook can help you whip up some of their delicious recipes without ever stepping foot outside your door.
Price: $19.29+
Amazon Kindle (2022)
If your partner is a keen reader, Amazon’s latest basic Kindle is the e-reader to buy. It has USB-C charging and a screen that’s as sharp as the Kindle Paperwhite’s screen, but it comes in a smaller, more affordable package. It even comes standard with 16GB of storage, which is more than enough for the average person’s reading collection.
Price: $74.99+
Mophie Powerstation 10K stand with MagSafe
Mophie’s Powerstation 10K supports full MagSafe wireless charging speeds with compatible iPhones, and its sturdy metal stand means it can live on your desk as a charging stand when you’re not on the go. It also boasts a robust 10,000 mAh / 37 Wh capacity, which can take even a max-size iPhone battery from dead or fully charged with power to spare.
Price: $129.95
Garmin Vivomove Sport
Your partner doesn’t have to wear a chunky smartwatch that looks like a computer to achieve their fitness goals. The Garmin Vivomove Sport represents the perfect combination of form and function, a smartwatch that looks like a traditional watch but offers the ability to track your heart rate and various workouts. Its size is also excellent for smaller wrists, something that can’t be said for Apple’s latest wearable.
Price: $149.99
paper leather notebooks
A quality notebook is not just a place where you write things down; It’s a small keepsake that can help motivate someone in your life to keep their thoughts organized. These leather notebooks from Papier come in a variety of beautiful colors and designs and can be personalized with monogrammed initials on the front or one of several metallic details.
Price: $55
We’re Not Really Strangers: Couples Edition
You’d be surprised what new things you can learn about someone, even after years of dating; All you have to do is ask. The Couples Edition of We’re Not Really Strangers features 150 questions to share with your partner that are sure to spark some deep and enlightening conversations. And if heartfelt candor isn’t easy, consider pairing the cards with a little liquid courage.
Price: $20
Netgear GS308 Network Switch
What’s more romantic than ethernet ports? It could be argued that there are few more important signs of compromise than settling on eight ports of wonderfully unmanaged gigabit connections. Okay, if you get a sidelong glance from your crush for this gift, you can complain to our own news reporter Jon Porter for suggesting it (or me for taking it seriously).
Price: $21.99+
cook this book by Molly Baz
Cooking together is a great shared experience, but it can be a bit stressful if you’re not the most skilled chef. Fortunately, cook this book features a number of gorgeous dishes with great design and great photos, not to mention scannable QR codes for easy access to instructional videos. Making breakfast tacos or grilled chicken with pastrami has never been easier.
Price: $23.78+
Alessi Pulcina espresso machine (three cups)
A good cup of espresso is like a work of art, and Alessi’s quirky Pulcina coffee maker sports a gallery-worthy modern design. The three-cup espresso machine is the perfect size for an after-dinner caffeine fix for two, and it looks great in any home, regardless of whether you opt for the red handle or the jet-black alternative.
Price: $88.98+
Kodak M35 film camera
Kodak’s little M35 is basically a disposable camera that can be reused with rolls of 35mm film of your choice. The lovely shooter is a fun way to delve into analogue photography and create some lo-fi images, which you can cherish in private or scan and upload to ‘gram for all the world to see later.
Price: $17.99+
The quarry
(PC, PlayStation, Xbox)
Playing The quarry It’s sure to be a good (and suspenseful) date night indoors. Supermassive Games’ interactive slasher movie has you take turns playing teenage counselors, the kind inevitably tasked with overseeing a camp plagued by supernatural events. Don’t get too upset if one of you gets someone’s favorite character killed off.
Price: $49.99
Motorola Talkabout T482 Radios
There’s something endearing and enjoyable about a one-on-one conversation over a walkie-talkie. They’re functional for everyday use at home or when you’re camping or hiking, sure, but there’s also a teen vertigo that comes from using them at home (or at your respective homes, if you’re close enough) with your significant other. .
Price: $99
Ember Mug 2 (14 oz.)
Never let your drink of choice get cold, even if you have the last few drops left. The Ember 2 Mug is a great gift for any coffee or tea lover who tends to get distracted before finishing their cup, especially since it allows them to set the Smart Mug to the perfect drinking temperature and maintain that temperature for up to 80 minutes.
Price: $124.95+
Maison Balzac party glasses
With Maison Balzac glasses, you can have fun with your loved one even when it’s just the two of you. Elegant glassware comes in all sorts of fun and distinctive shapes that are just as suitable for white wine as they are for cocktails. Needless to say, you and your significant other can end up looking for any occasion only to blow it up with some champagne.
Price: $45+
Sonos Roaming
The Sonos Roam is a great-sounding Bluetooth speaker that’s ideal for jams on the go and for home use thanks to its seamless integration with the rest of the Sonos ecosystem. It also supports hands-free voice commands and features a waterproof design, so you can take it to the beach or even make it your designated shower speaker.
Price: $179
Google Pixel Buds A-Series
Despite their age, the Google Pixel Buds A-Series are an excellent pair of wireless headphones with good microphones and excellent sound quality for the price. They work best with Android phones, but can be used with most Bluetooth devices, and feature enough passive noise cancellation to cut you out from the outside world pretty well.
Price: $79
NASA mission patches
If your partner is fascinated by space, there are all sorts of NASA patches you can help him collect, covering a variety of missions and historical spacecraft. They’re great for embellishing a jean jacket, decorating a home office, or putting just about anything else you’d like to adorn with a miniature Hubble telescope.
Price: $5.75+
Ikea Symfonisk bookshelf speaker
Ikea’s Symfonisk bookshelf speaker is the cheapest way to start building a Wi-Fi-enabled home speaker setup or add to an existing Sonos ecosystem. Small, versatile speakers sound great and fit in almost any setting or decor. You can also set up a group for multi-room listening or even use them as surround sound for a Sonos soundbar.
Price: $119.99
horrified
Horrified is a cooperative board game that pits your survival against classic horror movie monsters such as Dracula, the Werewolf, the Invisible Man, the Mummy, and Frankenstein’s monster. It’s just as fun to play as a couple, since it only allows for up to four players, and the difficulty can be adjusted from beginner-friendly to grueling, depending on how much you want to be challenged.
Price: $39.99
Nanoleaf Mini Triangles (10-Pack)
There’s more to setting the mood than just lighting candles. Fortunately, Nanoleaf’s Mini Triangles are wall-mountable lighting panels that allow you to better accentuate your living space. You can set them up in all sorts of fun, or even romantic, colors and patterns via an app, or sync them up with your smart home system for helpful automations.
Price: $99.99
Vinyl Pros Record Display Set (Eight Pack)
With a record display, you can turn the highlights of your vinyl collection into a refined 12 x 12-inch display of wall art. Because nothing says “I love you” like giving your partner the go-ahead to show off their limited-edition brand. sonic spinball soundtrack at home
Price: $25.64
