30 Yankee Swap Gifts Under $25 So Good, Everyone Will Fight Over Them

On cold winter weekends where it's easier to stay inside than venture out for breakfast, this mini waffle maker will come in clutch for whoever takes it home from the gift exchange. The pint-sized appliance can even whip up cookies, hash browns, and more.

Your Yankee Swap group is bound to have at least one person
whose fingers feel as cold as the polar ice caps when winter hits. If they pick this double-sided hand warmer, their digits will stay toasty for three to four hours on a full charge.

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Everyone can benefit from a bit of self-care. These ice globes can help de-puff tired skin when they use them for five to 10 minutes.

Everyone will be eager to break open this festive card game. Players have five minutes to come up with your best holiday movie pitch. There are cards with genres, actors, and storylines to get the creative juices flowing.

Anyone who's looking to put 2025 in their rearview mirror will get a kick out of this pencil holder that's shaped like a dumpster. It even comes with flame-shaped notecards.

Who doesn’t love a bit of celestial charm? “I’ve got one, and it’s honestly adorable and so easy to use,” says Alyssa Gautieri, senior gifts editor. “It’s a great way to set the mood while watching TV or reading before bed.”

These endearing plush pickles made our list of the best toys in 2025, but they're equally appropriate for adults who are kids at heart. The five pickles have different facial expressions and are cuddled up in a cozy container that reads "Emotional Support Pickles." The brand also offers other emotional support food plushes, ranging from donuts to Pop-Tarts.

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Coffee drinkers will be desperate to get their hands on this trendy ceramic mug, perfect for hot or iced beverages. It’s dishwasher and microwave safe.

Ask anyone what their favorite card game is, and you'll likely hear "Uno" on repeat. The classic game is a GH fave for good reason: It has straightforward rules, is appropriate for all ages, and it won't break the bank. Hello, perfect gift.

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Once this Bluetooth-enabled microphone is unwrapped, everyone will be fighting for a turn. “After my husband won it, we all took turns choosing a karaoke song to sing—a new tradition was unlocked,” says Brie Schwartz, director of editorial commerce. It’s super easy to pair with their phone, so they can choose any song.

With 16 tools in one, this versatile multitool is honestly something everyone should have on hand. It's TSA-friendly, making it ideal for travel, and serves as a bottle opener, screwdriver, wrench, box cutter, wire stripper, and protractor, while also offering other benefits. In other words, it won't end up in the junk drawer.

Food-themed gifts are always a fun option for gift exchanges. This set comes with eight bag clips that are shaped like colorful ice cream cones. They also have a magnet so you can store them on the fridge.

Even if you're not a gamer, Mario is a universally loved character, so this mini ornament will delight just about anyone at your gift exchange. The ornament depicts everyone's favorite plumber as he sports his signature overalls and red cap and holds up a Super Mushroom. Yahoo!

You'd be hard-pressed to find anyone who doesn't like Legos. Big and little kids alike will enjoy putting together this enchanting set that comes with two Lego plants. No green thumb required.

Eight hours of sleep is the dream, but most of us clock a lot less shuteye during the hectic holiday season. Whoever scores this trio of eye patches can fake a full night's sleep thanks to ingredients that hydrate and plump skin while minimizing puffiness and uneven skin tone.

We must-ache you a question: Are you ready to rule your next Yankee Swap? This cheeky mini dust pan and brush set will earn you major creativity points with its charming design. It's sure to bring joy to the mundane task of cleaning up tiny messes around the house.

It's the question every adult dreads when the afternoon rolls around: "What's for dinner?" Sure, this decision dice is kind of silly, but you're really doing someone a favor by helping them leave the choice up to fate. Simply roll the dice and wait to see what you'll be eating tonight.

Sure, this one might land you on the naughty list, but you'll elicit plenty of belly laughs from the group. The battery-powered machine blows bubbles out of Santa's behind as it lights up and makes silly farting noises. It's the perfect gas (or rather, gag) gift.