White Elephant Gift Ideas Everyone Will Try to Steal
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A great white elephant gift is useful, a little fun, and works for almost anyone. Skip the joke gifts that get left behind. These are the ones people fight over.
Budgets differ by group, so check the current price on Amazon to make sure a gift fits your exchange's limit.
The ones that always get stolen
1. Heated throw blanket
The most stolen gift at almost every party. Everyone gets cold in winter.
SunbeamSunbeam Royal Ultra Rodeen Blue Plaid Heated Personal Throw / Blanket, Cozy-Warm, Adjustable Heat SettingsCheck price on Amazon
2. Stanley Quencher tumbler
Still the cup everyone wants. The 30 oz size fits in most car cup holders.
STANLEYSTANLEY Quencher H2.0 Tumbler with Handle and Straw 30 oz | Flowstate 3-Position Lid | Cup Holder Compatible for Travel | Insulated Stainless Steel Cup | BPA-Free | Rose Quartz 2.0Check price on Amazon
3. YETI Rambler tumbler
Keeps coffee hot through a long commute. A safe pick that works for anyone.
YETIYETI Rambler 20 oz Tumbler, Stainless Steel, Vacuum Insulated with MagSlider Lid, BlackCheck price on Amazon
4. Ember Mug 2
A smart mug that keeps your coffee at the exact temperature you like. It feels fancy, so people go after it.
EmberEmber Temperature Control Smart Mug 2, 10 Oz, App-Controlled Heated Coffee Mug with 80 Min Battery Life and Improved Design, WhiteCheck price on Amazon
5. Amazon Echo Dot
A small smart speaker for music, timers and weather. Useful in any kitchen or bedroom.
AmazonAmazon Echo Dot - Vibrant sounding speaker, Designed for Alexa+, Great for bedrooms, dining rooms and offices, CharcoalCheck price on Amazon
Fun and useful
6. JBL Go 4 Bluetooth speaker
Small, loud and waterproof. Good for the shower, desk or a picnic.
JBLJBL Go 4 - Ultra-Portable, Waterproof and Dustproof Bluetooth Speaker, Big JBL Pro Sound with Punchy bass, 7-Hour Built-in Battery, Made in Part with Recycled Materials (Black)Check price on Amazon
7. Dash mini waffle maker
Small, cute and easy to use, and people really do use it. A crowd favorite.
DASHDash Mini Waffle Maker, 4-Inch Nonstick Cooking Surface, Red | Small Waffle Iron for Dorms & RVs, Chaffle Maker & Compact Waffle Machine, Mini Waffles for Kids & FamiliesCheck price on Amazon
8. Sunset lamp
Projects a warm sunset glow on the wall. It's fun to open and looks great in photos.
SpacenightSpacenight Sunset Lamp Projector Multi-Color Multi-Mode, Dimmable, Timing, Music Rhythm, Sunset Background Wonderful Visual Impact, USB Plug and Play (Remote & APP)Check price on Amazon
9. Theragun Mini
A small massage gun for sore necks and backs. A great choice if your group spends a little more.
TheraGunTheraGun Therabody Mini 3rd Gen Massage Gun | Travel Essential, Black | Ultra-Portable Percussion Massager for Recovery Anywhere | Bluetooth, 3-Speed, 1-Button Control, Muscle & Tension ReliefCheck price on Amazon
Games for the group
10. What Do You Meme? (Family Edition)
A funny party game that's safe for an office or family crowd.
WHAT DO YOU MEME?WHAT DO YOU MEME? Family Edition by Relatable | TikTok Viral Game for Kids 8+ & Adults, Includes 300 Caption Cards & 108 Photo CardsCheck price on Amazon
11. Exploding Kittens
Quick to learn and a lot of fun. The winner usually brings it to the next party.
White elephant tips
- Wrap it so you can't guess what's inside. A box inside a box works great.
- Pick something anyone can use. Skip sizes, scents and strong tastes.
- Gift receipts help. Amazon lets you add one at checkout.
Product details and availability change, so always check the current listing on Amazon before you buy.