Whether they're weekend babysitters, world travelers enjoying retirement, or holiday reunion chefs, grandparents will enjoy one of these useful, budget-friendly gifts. Surprise them with something to add cheer to their home, grow their hobbies or interests, or make everyday life more pleasant, all for less than $25. If you have a little extra to spend, check out these 25 Awesome Gift Ideas Under $250.
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$24 from Amazon
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For family gatherings at the grandparents' house, give the Rememory game. Players pick cards that indicate a person, time frame, and a loose prompt, and each player shares an associated memory. Consumers have given it solid reviews.
Looking for more gift ideas for game night? Check out 19 Fun Family Games to Keep You Entertained at Home.
$25 from Amazon
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Nothing is worse than a cup going cold before you've had a chance to savor the coffee, team or other hot drink. Never again. This 14-ounce insulated coffee mug keeps liquids piping hot, especially with the travel lid on (maybe too hot, some owners say), and unlike some other brands it's dishwasher-safe. Available in 18 colors.
$10 from Amazon
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Give this cute story to keep at grandma and grandpa's house as a fun book to read when the little ones visit.
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$25 from Amazon
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Everyone loses their keys (and other things) once in a while. The Tile Mate finds them. Its app is easy to use, and the tile itself is small, with a practical design. Simply attach it to a keychain or anything else your grandparent is prone to lose track of — a four-pack is $60 — and let the app find it for them. There's also a find-your-phone function.
$21 from Anthropologie
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Colorfully illustrated by artist Megan Carn, this 54-piece deck features a cast of furry faces in lieu of traditional court cards and French suits. An open-mouthed husky takes the place of the joker, standard poodles stand in for aces, and spades are swapped out for black labs in a series of charming substitutions that will make even losing players smile.
$6 from Cost Plus World Market
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There's no need for an eyeglass hunt with a quirky, stylish eyeglass holder on a living room side table or bedroom dresser. Handcrafted in India, this design was inspired by the stone statues of Easter Island. Variations are available, such as a rosewood display stand also handcrafted in India ($6 on Amazon).
$15 and up from Trade Coffee
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Coffee lovers can sip to their hearts' content via Trade Coffee's relationships with 50 noteworthy roasters such as Cuvee Coffee in Austin, Caffe Vita in Seattle, and PT's Coffee Roasting Co. in Topeka, Kansas.
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$18 from Amazon
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For wine loving grands, the only thing better than bonding over a bottle of vino is to play a round of Wine Wars while they're at it. Online reviewers disagree about whether the questions are easy or difficult, but a sentiment expressed on several occasions was that the game is fun and instructive — so no matter what, you get to label your wine night an educational experience.
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Price varies at Old Time Candy Company
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Treat them to favorite snacks from when they were a kid, with candies grouped and sold by the decade (or even by color). Want to send them some of their favorite foods from where they grew up? Check out 35 Beloved Regional Foods That Can Be Shipped to Your Doorstep.
$21 from Amazon
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Create a photo-like print using just some sunlight, water, and imagination.
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$13 from Barnes & Noble
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A perfect way to preserve and organize family recipes so they can be passed down easily from generation to generation. This journal includes pages broken down by appetizers, side dishes, main courses, desserts, and more.
$14 from Amazon
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This is a practical gift for seniors whose worsening eyesight makes reading a chore. The lighted 3X stand magnifier can be used three ways: hanging around the neck, standing on four folding legs, or lying flat atop reading material. Four LED lights help relieve eye strain.
$25 from Etsy
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Candles make great gifts, but candles with funny messages make even better gifts, especially in 2020. These Baum Design Shop candles say things such as "Spread Love, Not Germs," "Self Isolating Since 1992," and "Stay Calm, Stay Kind, Stay Home," and the store offers a customization option that'll print whatever you want.
$15 from Bed Bath & Beyond
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Soothe their aches and pains with the Bed Buddy, which provides hot or cold therapy wherever they need it. It’s filled with grains, herbs, and flowers, so it’s safe and easy to use in bed.
$10 from Amazon
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Not everyone has the space for a well-placed nightstand. No worries: They can stash their stuff in a handy organizer right at their bedside — just install it between their bedframe and mattress. It holds the remote, a cellphone, a water bottle, books, and more.
$20 from Uncommon Goods
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This 1,000-piece succulent-centric puzzle, which features a retro botanical design.
$10 from Amazon
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Got some spicy grandparents? Tellicherry black peppercorns deliver a deep, complex flavor with a bite. A pound should last about a year.
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$10 from Shutterfly
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What grandparent wouldn’t want to look at their sweet family members’ faces while enjoying their morning hot drink?
$14 from Amazon
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Do you have a grandparent who always complains about how their hands are freezing? A Zippo hand warmer will really heat things up. Fill it with lighter fluid, slip it into a pocket, and get up to 12 hours of toasty warmth.
$21 to $39 from Amazon
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Turn your best pic of a family pet current or past into a throw pillow. There are five sizes to choose from, and the pillow is printed on both sides.
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$25 from Harry's
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Grandpas will love this shave kit that includes an aluminum razor, three blades, a travel cover, and foaming shave gel. You can even get the handle engraved for an extra $15.
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$20 from Bed Bath & Beyond
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There's nothing more annoying than settling onto the couch with a drink, then realizing there's no convenient place to put it. The weighted Couch Coaster solves that problem by easily draping over sofa arms to give drinks the perfect resting spot.
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$18 from Amazon
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Perhaps your grandparents take their personal library seriously enough to make family and friends check books in and out as they used to do in public libraries? This kit comes with 20 return-date slips, 20 self-adhesive pockets, plus a date stamp and ink pad.
$29 and up from Amazon
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Give the gift of safety with the BASU eAlarm, a tiny but loud personal alarm that go inside a pocket or hang from a zipper or key ring. The 120-decibel alarm is on par with an ambulance siren, and the included batteries last up to five years.
$8 from Amazon
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Give the kids a chance to learn more about grandpa with this keepsake book that contains questions to help document some of grandpa's greatest memories and stories.
$24 from Amazon
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For those nippy spring mornings and chilly fall evenings, a thin wool glove like this one will keep fingers warm and allow hands to breathe when grandparents are active. They also make great liners for when temperatures turn frigid, reviewers say, and if the grandparents have smartphones of tablets, they’re compatible with touchscreen technology.
Starting at $16 from Personalized Ornaments For You
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Family members' names are painted on ornaments featuring as many as 11 grandchildren for a memorable gift that can used year after year. Each includes a red satin ribbon for hanging on the tree, and perhaps a fireplace or wall after the holidays are over.
$12 from Amazon
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Buy a scrapbook album and fill it with your favorite memories with grandma and grandpa for a personal gift they’ll love.
$20 to $26 from Amazon
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This shirt designed by ThisWear suits the grandpa who likes to help, whether it's bandaging a grandkid's boo-boo or repairing faulty furniture. The T-shirt is made of 100% cotton, and nearly all customers report that it fits as expected. It's double-sewn at the collar and sleeves for durability and comes in nine colors.
$11 from Amazon
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Cutting, dicing, and slicing are hard for some, even if hands are limber and knives sharp. These unusual five-blade scissors from RSVP make it easy to chop fresh herbs. More than 4,000 customers give the tool an average of 4.4 stars in reviews. The scissors are dishwasher-safe, and a silicone handle provides a comfortable grip.
$10 from Uncommon Goods
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Card games have featured in countless novels and short stories; they're practically mandatory in classic British whodunits. Grandparents can play a round of bridge or a game of poker with friends — and their favorite writers — with this deck of cards, which were designed in London (of course).
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$9 from Amazon
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The smell of garlic, onions, and pungent herbs and spices can stay on the hands long after dinner is cooked. Grandparents who enjoy adventurous cooking and don't shy away from aromatic foods will appreciate this inexpensive remedy from Amco. It rubs away the odor from hands so the cook can enjoy a meal, and whatever comes after, without lingering smells.
$15 from Amazon
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Help grandparents stay limber and active. A "Yoga for Seniors" DVD includes three complete yoga practices, including an introductory 26-minute session performed while seated in a chair. The DVD is designed to help improve balance, flexibility, muscle strength, and mental clarity. Pair it with a new water bottle and make time to practice together.
$15 from Amazon
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With a resistance band, grandparents can stay active in their spare time. They can tone their core muscles and arms at home with the Gaiam Strength and Flexibility Kit, which contains three bands ranging from light to heavy, plus an exercise guide. Resistance-band exercises for seniors can also be found on YouTube.
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$17 from Etsy
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Add an adorable coffee mug to the grandparents' kitchen cupboard. An online seller offers hand-drawn mugs that say "This grandpa belongs to …" with sayings and stick figure drawings personalized on request.
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$12 from Home Depot
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A quarter of Americans 65 or older take a fall every year, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, sometimes resulting in serious injuries. Consider a practical gift of a non-slip bath mat such as the Moen Home Care tub tread, which is slip-resistant, highly rated, and easy to use.
$13 from Amazon
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Warning: This photo book of beautifully styled house plants will make any plant lover want to run out and buy more plants. But it also offers great advice on topics like where to place those plants for optimal health, how to propagate, how to find the right pot, and more.
$23 from Amazon
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Every good plant parent has a mister, but not every plant parent has one this stylish. Purism Style's plant mister will moisten those succulents, orchids, and ferns with flair, and comes in eight different color combinations.
$15 from Amazon
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Chances are your grandparents aren't getting out to their favorite restaurants these days, so give them an easy way to eat a little fancier at home. Truffle flavor is incorporated everywhere from pasta and pizza to fries and even high-end sushi. Truffle mushrooms are expensive, because they must be sniffed out by trained hogs or dogs, but truffle oil is a cheaper alternative.
Starting at $20 from Snapfish
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Make them a personalized calendar of all your favorite family moments.
