18 best stocking stuffers for the whole family for Christmas 2024
Christmas stocking stuffers can often be an afterthought, but they offer so much opportunity for finding great gifts in small packages. Whether pricey or cheap, stocking stuffers can end up the most useful or joy-sparking gifts your family receives this year. Because they're only meant to be a little thing (hey, they go in a sock), stocking stuffers can be silly, serious or sweet. We've found ideas for men, women and kids that fit the bill.
Below, the best stocking stuffers for the whole family for Christmas 2024. Shop reviewer-loved finds like tech and beauty items to fit their interests. We have ideas for all budgets and family members from Amazon, Nordstrom and more.
The best stocking stuffers for the whole family
Add these small but mighty fun gift ideas to their stocking this Christmas.
For the free spirit: Apple AirTag
They can keep better track of their possessions with an Apple AirTag. Your free spirit can attach one to their luggage, wallet, handbag or keys to always know its exact location.
The Apple AirTag, which is about the size of a quarter, is designed exclusively for Apple users. It syncs with devices like the iPhone, iPad and MacBook.
The AirTag's battery life lasts up to a year per tracker. When it's dead, they can just replace the internal CR2032 battery. They'll receive alerts if they walk off without their possession with an AirTag attached to it, and receive warnings if their phone happens to detect an unknown AirTag traveling with them (for safety).
Apple AirTags are currently $25, reduced from $29.
What we like about this smart tracker:
This useful gift seamlessly integrates with Apple's Find My network for precise tracking. Plus, its battery lasts up to a year before needing to be replaced.
For the teenager: Sony LinkBuds S x Olivia Rodrigo
Sony's earbud collab with songstress Olivia Rodrigo is purple perfection.
These wireless earbuds with a charging case are compatible with Android and iPhone. They've been tuned by Rodrigo for optimal listening to her "Guts" and "Sour" albums on the music streaming service of your choice. The marbled pattern on these earbuds is created using recycled plastic from automobile parts and reclaimed water bottles.
For the hiker or camper: Lifestraw emergency water filter
If you've got an avid camper or a hiker on your Christmas list this year, check out the Lifestraw emergency water filter. Rated 4.8 stars on Amazon, the device works like a straw to let you drink from streams and lakes in an emergency. It's designed to filter up to 99.999999% of water-borne bacteria and 99.999% of parasites. One straw filters up to 1,000 gallons of water.
But it's not just outdoor adventurers who could benefit from a Lifestraw. "There's no guarantee you'll have access to clean water or be able to boil water in an emergency, especially if you're away from home," says one Amazon reviewer, who highly recommends the Lifestraw for survival kits. "We keep one of these in our vehicle and another two at home."
Regularly $20, Amazon has these handy emergency tools on sale for just $17.
Lifestraw filtered water bottle
If you've got a higher budget for stocking stuffers, Lifestraw also makes a filtered water bottle that performs to the same filtration standards as the standard straw.
For the kid: Jellycat Little Amuseable Snowflake plush toy
How adorable is this little snowflake stuffed animal from Jellycat? It has a sweet smile and is suitable for any age. Plus, it's a great option for anyone who likes winter-themed gifts but not necessarily Christmas-themed presents.
The Little Amuseable Snowflake is the ideal winter companion.
For the music lover: Apple AirPods (2nd generation)
Apple AirPods make a great stocking stuffer for any music lover. Snag these Apple AirPods (2nd Generation) at Amazon for just $89, which is 31% off their usual $129 price.
These AirPods boast more than 24 hours of total listening time (with the wireless charging case), a foolproof, one-tap setup for Apple device owners and a low-latency wireless connection (for full immersion when consuming movies and music).
Great for anyone looking for high-quality stereo audio, these AirPods (2nd Generation) are an unbeatable value. Hurry -- this Apple AirPod deal won't last for long.
For the self-care enthusiast: Snow LED whitening electric toothbrush
A toothbrush might seem like an underwhelming Christmas gift, but this one is special.
This luxurious electric toothbrush has a blue light to help whiten your gift recipient's teeth. There are also modes for cleaning, polishing and sensitive teeth.
This toothbrush has a two-minute timer and comes with two brush heads. Find it in two colors.
It's currently $79.
For the candle collector: P.F. Candle Co. Mistletoe Special soy candle
A holiday candle makes a festive gift, and P.F. Candle Co. offers natural scents they'll love. Consider the limited-edition Mistletoe Special, a scent featuring Douglas fir, eucalyptus, pine and cedar. The scent is inspired by snowy nights and twinkling lights.
This 7.2-ounce soy candle comes in a festive green vessel that's minimalistic yet jolly. Its scent throw is described as strong.
"It's Christmas in a jar," a reviewer says.
For the jewelry lover: Bestow gold hoop earrings
Tuck these in her stocking for a gift she can use day after day. The Bestow Collection 18K gold-plated hoops are hypoallergenic, lightweight and available in three versatile sizes.
They have a perfect 5-star rating on Amazon and are affordably priced, starting at just $24 per pair.
For the kid at heart: Car cleaning gel kit
This slime for adults cleans pesky nooks and crannies in their car. It also works great on laptops and cameras.
Just press it into cracks and crumbs and dusk stick to it. Voila!
"This has become a cleaning essential in my car," CBS Essentials senior editor Lily Rose says. "It easily picks up dust, dirt, crumbs, little hairs and whatever else is sitting on my dashboard and in my cup holder."
For the neat freak: Cleaner kit for AirPods Pro
Speaking of detail cleaning, if they have the AirPods Pro, they could likely use a good refresh. This useful cleaner kit has a flocking sponge, soft brush and metal pen tip to clean out those AirPods.
"The combination of tools and one device are perfect for getting into the little cracks and crevices of the AirPods themselves and the case," an Amazon reviewer says. "This is a no-brainer at this price."
This cleaner kit is currently $8 after a coupon, reduced from $9.
For the glam: Glamnetic Virgo pre-set kit
Get them started on the lashes of their dreams with Glamnetic's magnetic lashes. This kit includes lash glue and a natural-looking pair of lashes.
If your giftee is always complaining about false lashes poking them in the eye, these are the perfect solution. Glamnetic's innovative lashes don't stick up in the inner corner thanks to their magnetic lash glue that thoroughly holds things down. They're even easy for beginners since they snap right down onto magnetic lash glue -- there's no need to adjust the lashes on slippery glue.
This set is currently $39.
For the person who is all about their beauty routine: Slip pure silk pillowcase
Silk pillowcases not only feel good against your face as you drift into sleep mode, but they also offer nice beauty benefits as well. Silk pillowcases can help lessen frizz, keep the skin hydrated and more. This silk pillowcase is made of mulberry silk, is hypoallergenic and comes in 19 color options, ranging from pink to black.
This silk pillowcase has a 4.7 rating on Nordstrom. One reviewer commented, "I have curly hair and this pillowcase helps to keep my hair from tangling while I sleep." Another reviewer said: "As if I didn't love sleeping enough, this pillowcase somehow makes it even better. Beautiful touch, beautiful color. I'm in love."
For the plant lover: AnotherStudio plant animal decorations
These crafted plant accessories will enhance the look of your plants and spark plenty of joy in the process. You can pick from 30 different animal options, including a flamingo, toucan, sloth, koala, lemur, grasshopper, bumble bee, and more. All you have to do is carefully bend the hands and feet of the animals onto the stems of your plant, and viola, you have just created an ecosystem in your own home.
This seller has plenty of happy customers from Etsy. One reviewer, who gave the product five stars, wrote "These are absolutely adorable! I got the frog for my friend for part of her birthday present and she LOVES it! I also got the sloth and haven't decided who gets him yet. I might keep him!" Another said: "I'm obsessed with these little plant animals. They are wonderful quality with the cutest little details. They really bring magic to a space."
For the outdoor adventurer: National parks bucket list water bottle
This water bottle design from Wondery is functional and incredibly fun. It comes with a set of 63 stickers, one for each national park in the U.S., that you can apply to the corresponding laser-engraved national park emblem on the water bottle, marking that you've visited that park.
The bottle is made of a sturdy stainless steel, can hold 32 ounces of liquids, can keep those liquids cool for up to 24 hours (12 hours for hot liquids) and is dishwasher safe (even with the stickers on).
For the home chef: Miyabi artisan chef's knife
Level up your giftees cooking experience by getting them this pristine chef's knife from Miyabi. Japanese knives are prized in the cooking world for their quality and good looks, and Miyabi knives are considered the cream of that crop. This knife is super sharp and boasts a beautiful wood handle and hand-hammered finishing, which adds to the overall experience of using this product. This is the kind of cooking tool that if you take care of it well, it'll last a lifetime.
This knife has a 4.9-star rating on Williams-Sonoma. One reviewer said that it's "extremely sharp out of the box, cuts meat and vegetables like butter." Another commented that this knife is an "amazing chef's knife," adding "Absolutely the sharpest chef's knife I've ever used and it holds an incredible edge. I haven't sharpened it once since I got it and I use it every day. The balance is also insanely perfect. Feels like an extension of your hand while you're using it to cut."
For the traveler: Mark & Graham custom travel jewelry case
Your traveling friend will appreciate being able to keep their jewelry organized and in place while on the go. The jewelry case has dedicated compartments for bracelets, tabs for rings and stud earrings and clips to keep delicate, chain-link necklaces from becoming tangled balls of metal. There is also a removable pouch that can fit large hoops and bangles.
The travel jewelry case is made of faux leather, lined with linen and comes in 12 colors. The best part is that you can customize the travel case with up to three initials.
Skincare for him: Jack Black Skin Saviors
This skincare gift set from Jack Black is ideal for holiday travels.
The Skin Saviors set comes with a travel-size Pure Clean daily facial cleanser, Face Buff energizing scrub, Double-Duty face moisturizer (SPF 20) and a lip balm (SPF 25). These products create the ideal base for a clean shave and to protect the face after.
This set is a $57 value.
What we like about this set:
Get them nice TSA-approved skincare for their holiday travels for less than buying each item separately.
Cosrx snail mucin hydrating serum
Snail mucin may sound like an odd gift, but it's currently a big hit with teens on TikTok. This TikTok-approved snail mucin serum is made with 96% snail secretion filtrate (snail mucin) and is designed to protect the skin from losing moisture. Snail mucin may also promote collagen production, which can help reduce fine lines and wrinkles.
Social media users have been sharing their results after using the product. One TikToker even shared that after just one week of using the serum, her skin was so clear that she no longer felt the need to wear foundation. Even dermatologists have taken to TikTok to discuss the benefits of snail mucin, and share their tips and tricks for getting the most out of the viral serum.
