20 Last-Minute Christmas Gifts: Cool Gadgets and More!

Time’s running out, but this creative, unique, non-gimmicky list of last-minute Christmas gifts will solve two problems for you:

  1. Your recipient will enjoy using them for a long time
  2. You can end your stressful gift search

I hand-picked these items for quality, usefulness, high-ratings.

Many of these I either own and enjoy myself, I enjoy a similar version of them or I placed them on my own personal Christmas wishlist.

They range in price but I always kept quality in mind.

[Affiliate Disclaimer] Purchase made through links on this post earn me a commission that help me run this site. Products were hand-picked for your satisfaction].

Unique, High-Quality Last-Minute Christmas Gifts People Actually Want...

1. Wine of the Month Club

Cellars Wine Club

Literally, the gift that keeps on giving. If they love to relax at night with a glass of wine by themselves or with their loved ones, as much as I do, a wine of the month club is exactly what they’d want.

  • Every-other-month and quarterly wines of the month available too.
  • California Wines of the Month
  • 90+ Point Wines
  • …and more options available.

[Related Last-minute Christmas Gift Idea]

2. Miniature Projector for iPhone

Kodak Ultra Mini Portable Projector

4.3 out of 5 Stars | 343 Amazon Reviews (as of time of writing)

4.4/5

Not many on this list of last-minute Christmas gifts can surpass this gift idea in the coolness department.

This gadget can project images or videos from your devices (Smart phones, tablets or laptops).

Ideal for the person who loves to share photos or videos, or would want to view enlarged formats of their movies, for the traveler, or for the avid gamer.

  • Connect HDMI to your device to work.
  • Simple to Use: just connect and hit play.
  • Displays vivid, high def colors.

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3. Mini Portable Blue Tooth Speaker

XLEADER SoundAngel Bluetooth Speaker

4.4 out of 5 Stars | 14,399 Amazon Reviews (as of time of writing)

4.4/5

Do they work from their laptop a lot (in private)? Do they work on the go? Spend time outside in yard or deck? Would they want to amplify the volume from their laptop or other devices to listen to music, hear the audio from YouTube videos, or listen to their favorite podcasts?

  • Smart touch design
  • Includes water-proof case
  • High-def sound

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4. *Wall Decorative Smart LED Light Panels

Nanoleaf Canvas Starter Kit

4.4 out of 5 Stars | 171 Amazon Reviews (as of time of writing)

4.4/5

Creative decorations customized to your tastes to set your preferred mood home ambiance.

Smart technology allows you to position light panels on the wall and change the colors, shades, and brightness.

  • Control the lights with your smart device with the Nanoleaf app.
  • Play touch games with the palm of your hand.
  • Attach to wall with included mounting tape- no drilling required.

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5. Treat-Tossing Dog Monitor

Furbo Treat-Tossing Dog Camera

4.5 out of 5 Stars | 12,181 Amazon Reviews (as of time of writing)

4.5/5

Ideal for the dog owner and lover who wants to keep watch of their furry best friend and wants to connect and engage remotely by tossing them a treat.

  • Toss treat via phone app.
  • Barking sensor sends push notifications to phone when dog barks.
  • #1 Best Seller in Amazon for pet cameras

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6. Countertop Convection Toaster Oven

BLACK+DECKER Countertop Convection Toaster Oven

4.4 out of 5 Stars | 5,144 Amazon Reviews (as of time of writing)

4.4/5

I love my toaster oven. I’m a good cook, but sometimes prefer the convenience of baking or toasting single-serve meals.

If they either seek time-saving cooking tactics or simply want to cook on their stove, in their main oven, and in their toaster oven at the same time then this could be the ideal gift.

Once you start using a toaster oven you won’t know how you did without one- I sure don’t. 

  • Extra deep interior to fit larger pizzas and more single-serve meals that normally don’t fit in other toaster ovens.
  • Convection air cooking technology for better and faster cooking results
  • 8 one-touch cooking functions (bake, broil, toast, pizza, bagels, frozen snacks, potatoes, cookies)

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7. Cordless Car Vacuum Cleaner

BLACK+DECKER Dustbuster

4.3 out of 5 Stars | 30,158 Amazon Reviews (as of time of writing)

4.3/5

No more sand, grit, and hairs sitting in their car for months.

A handheld cordless vacuum cleaner makes it much easier to keep a car clean and not feeling ashamed to have passengers ride along.

Great for people who live always on the go or do not have a garage.

Even with a garage, a handheld vacuum cleaner can get into hard-to-reach places more easily than regular vacuums with hoses and attachments.

  • Smart technology conserves battery power which keeps the vacuum working
  • Bagless and transparent dirt compartment easy to empty and to know when to empty
  • Lightweight and high suction power

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8. Chair Deep Tissue Massager

Snailax Shiatsu Massage Cushion with Heat Massage

4.4 out of 5 Stars | 4,663 Amazon Reviews (as of time of writing)

4.4/5

When you need a massage but no one’s around to give it to you this chair massage cushion comes in handy.

I know, because I have one.

Make sure it gives deep tissue massages like this shiatsu massager pad.

Ideal for someone who lifts boxes at work or home or just works out a lot.

  • Adjustable massage nodes to hit the right spot
  • Soothing heat therapy
  • 3 levels of massage intensity

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9. Cold Brew Coffee Maker

Cafe du Chateau 34-ounce Cold Brew Coffee Maker

4.9 out of 5 Stars | 100 Amazon Reviews (as of time of writing)

4.9/5

Personally, I never drink straight up cold brew coffee, but some people swear by it.

Now they can make it at home and enjoy it whenever they want.

  • Reusable and easy-to-clean stainless-steel mesh filter
  • …the precision laser cut filter also prevents coffee grounds from passing through
  • Temperature-safe glass carafe

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10. Phone Sterilizer and Charger

Marnana Smartphone Sterilizer Box and Wireless Charger

4.7 out of 5 Stars | 74 Amazon Reviews (as of time of writing)

4.7/5

In these times, no one wants a gross, bacteria-infected phone, jewelry, or car keys.

This UV sterilizer box will kill germs dead while wirelessly charging your phone (Qi-enabled phones).

  • Auto shuts off when finished cleaning- in just 15 minutes or less.
  • Large capacity to fit any phones with case on, keys or jewelry.

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11. Cocktail and Food Smoker

homia Smoking Gun Wood Smoke Infuser

4.5 out of 5 Stars | 572 Amazon Reviews (as of time of writing)

4.5/5

If you don’t drink whiskey cocktails then you won’t understand the significance of a cocktail smoker.

However, if you do like smoked Old Fashioneds or other whiskey, Scotch or dark rum-based cocktails then you would know how exciting this is.

  • Multi-use smokes food too like cheese, fish, pastas or meats.
  • Includes wood chip starter sets

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12. Sunrise Light Alarm Clock

Wake Up Light Sunrise Simulation Alarm Clock by Jall

4.7 out of 5 Stars | 3,059 Amazon Reviews (as of time of writing)

4.7/5

Not a morning person? This sunrise-simulating alarm clock will ease you or your loved ones to wake up in the morning.

Ideal last-minute Christmas gift ideas for the heavy sleepers.

  • 7 color light and 20 brightness adjustable
  • Works as a night light and bedside lamp
  • Plays nature sounds and adjusts brightness gradually to simulate sunrise

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13. Air Fryer

Ultrean Air Fryer, (4.2 Quart)

4.8 out of 5 Stars | 7,202 Amazon Reviews (as of time of writing)

4.8/5

Imagine chowing down on your favorite fried foods, without the fatty, unhealthy side effects.

An air fryer will give you the best of both worlds- great taste, no oily fats.

These useful kitchen gadgets get lots of high ratings and attention from online shoppers.

Here’s one of the last-minute Christmas gifts that endless use for the person who wants quick-to-make, tasty, and healthy meals or snacks.

  • Hassle-free, easy-to-use pre-set cooking options
  • Auto-shutoff timer for safety and prevention of over-cooking
  • Easy-to-clean with dishwasher-safe fryer basket

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14. Microwave Popcorn Popper

Original Popco Silicone Microwave Popcorn Popper with Handles

4.7 out of 5 Stars | 7,044 Amazon Reviews (as of time of writing)

4.7/5

I LOOOVE my microwave popcorn popper!

This IS the easiest way to make homemade popcorn.

I got this as a someone else’s last-minute Christmas gifts- literally after Christmas.

And I use it practically every day. So, if they love popcorn as much as I do then this will make them happy for a very long time.

(*TIP: advise them to heat oil in microwave first- with lid on- and then pop the popcorn after to pop more kernels. You can also pop without oil.)

  • Top-quality food-grade silicone microwave popcorn popper bowl with lid and convenient built-in handles.
  • Easy-to-use, pops popcorn within minutes.
  • Safe-to-use: highly durable, heat resistant, BPA free and PVC free silicone.

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15. Smart Kitchen Herb Garden

Vegabox Hydroponics Growing System

4.2 out of 5 Stars | 264 Amazon Reviews (as of time of writing)

4.2/5

Growing my own basil and mint plants on my balcony brings me daily joy.

Especially when it comes time to garnishing or crafting my homemade cocktails, or adding some flavor to sauces.

It saves me time and allows me to travel while not worrying about watering my plants,.

But this smart kitchen garden would be an upgrade.

And makes for one of the long-lasting last-minute Christmas gifts that’s ideal for home cooks or home bartenders.

  • LED technology allows for plants to grow up 1.5 times faster.
  • Clean and easy to use, soilless, hydroponic cultivation
  • All planting tools included: measuring cup, tweeze, sponge, seedbox, plant hole cover and nutrient water.

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16. Essential Fragrance Diffuser

ASAKUKI 5-in-1 Aromatic Therapy Device

4.6 out of 5 Stars | 13,427 Amazon Reviews (as of time of writing)

4.6/5

Home should provide a cozy and comfortable ambiance that you enjoy spending time in.

Diffusing elegant essential oil fragrance can “zenify” your home’s environment.

  • This device pleases more than the sense of smell as it changes between multiple soft color variations.
  • Improves a home’s air and atmosphere quality, it covers the smell of pets or smoking.
  • Ideal for setting the mood for the right occasion: studying, working, getting romantic, relaxing, or sleeping.

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17. Smart Suitcase

Wrangler 20" Smart Spinner Carry-On Luggage with USB Charging Port

4.5 out of 5 Stars | 719 Amazon Reviews (as of time of writing)

4.5/5

I love to travel lightly, on-the-go, in-and-out. 

I hate checking bags in at the airport and risk them getting lost or just waiting the extra time to retrieve them.

These days travelers expect more from their carry-on suitcases: built-in TSA-approved locks, USB charging ports, anti-theft zippers, spinner wheels, sleek and light design with sufficient storing capacity, and at carry-on-permissible dimensions.

I can’t think of better last-minute Christmas gifts for travelers than this smart carry-on luggage or the previously-mentioned laptop backpack.

  • 3-in-1 cup holder, USB port, and phone holder located in the back of luggage for travel convenience
  • Material allows for stickers on the outside to personalize your suitcase
  • Cup/Phone holder, USB charging port (this one does not include a built-in lock- buy them separately to add to this gift)

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18. Smart Coffee Mug

Ember Temperature-Control Smart Mug

4.5 out of 5 Stars | 1,519 Amazon Reviews (as of time of writing)

4.5/5

I drink lots of coffee.

They probably do too.

But I hate having to reheat my mug after the coffee cools down.

This smart coffee cup could solve that.

I have something similar but this smart-enabled one seems safer. Mine stays on because it powers up by a cable and does not auto shut off like this one.

  • Auto-shutoff feature: senses when to turn on/off
  • Enters sleep mode when empty or wakes up when it senses liquid or movement
  • Long-lasting battery: keeps coffee hot up to 1.5 hours on one single charge

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19. Wireless Keyboard

iClever GKA2-01B Wireless Keyboard

4.8 out of 5 Stars | 69 Amazon Reviews (as of time of writing)

4.8/5

Nowadays more people work remotely.

And they prefer to carry fewer items.

For the person who prefers to be as minimalist as possible but to also work comfortably and fast, this wireless keyboard might be your best pick of all these last-minute Christmas gifts.

  • Fully compatible with Apple and Windows
  • Rechargeable, long-lasting batteries up to 90 hours of continuous typing
  • Modern tech keys yield noiseless, crisp and efficient typing

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20. Travel Laptop Backpack

Water Resistant Anti-Theft Backpack Laptop Backpack with USB Charging Port by Tzowla

4.6 out of 5 Stars | 2,466 Amazon Reviews (as of time of writing)

4.6/5

If you travel as much as I do, or work on your laptop as much as I do at coffee shops, you’d want a backpack to ergonomically carry your devices and laptop.

Plus, you’d want to keep it safe from theft or poor weather conditions.

The USB charging port offers a very handy bonus.

My laptop backpack is always ready to go and travels with me on every trip. No matter how heavy the contents inside, I don’t notice because of the ergonomic design.

  • Fixed-position anti-theft combination lock
  • Durable metal zippers
  • USB interface with built-in cable design for convenient, on-the-go phone charging 
  • Multiple slim compartments for storing needed tools, wallet, phone, keys and supplies

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