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🎧 Ages 13 to 17 · birthdays and Christmas

Gifts for teenagers

Teenagers are the hardest age group to buy for: too old for toys, too particular for generic presents, and unwilling to tell you what they want.

These are gift ideas for teenage boys and girls aged about 13 to 17, grouped by interest. Gift cards always work, but these will get a better reaction.

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Gaming and tech gifts

Check which console or computer they use before buying anything that plugs in. Accessories that work across systems, like desk gear and lighting, avoid the problem entirely.

Noise-Cancelling Bluetooth Headphones with Live Translation
Noise-Cancelling Bluetooth Headphones with Live TranslationAmazon$347.00View at Amazon →
Winning Moves Trivial Pursuit Horror Bitesize Edition - Quiz Board Game About Yo43% OFF
Winning Moves Trivial Pursuit Horror Bitesize Edition - Quiz Board Game About Your Favourite Chararcters! - Trivia Game for True Fans! - 2+ Players Aged 18+Amazon$19.97$34.99Save $15.02View at Amazon →
Portable Bluetooth Speaker with 12W Loud Sound IPX5 Waterproof 24H Playtime LED 20% OFF
Portable Bluetooth Speaker with 12W Loud Sound IPX5 Waterproof 24H Playtime LED Light Show Bluetooth 5.3 TWS Pairing for Outdoor Shower Travel Party GiftAmazon$19.19$23.99Save $4.80View at Amazon →
Kodak PRINTOMATIC Digital Instant Print Camera (Grey), Full Color Prints On Zink7% OFF
Kodak PRINTOMATIC Digital Instant Print Camera (Grey), Full Color Prints On Zink 2x3 Sticky-Backed Photo Paper - Print Memories InstantlyAmazon$121.45$129.99Save $8.54View at Amazon →
Wireless Over-Ear Headphones with Deep Bass & Hi-Res Audio, 3.5mm Jack, Card Sup6% OFF
Wireless Over-Ear Headphones with Deep Bass & Hi-Res Audio, 3.5mm Jack, Card Support, Foldable Design, for Music and Gaming (Black)Amazon$23.65$25.14Save $1.49View at Amazon →
Lenovo Legion M410 Wireless RGB Gaming Mouse
Lenovo Legion M410 Wireless RGB Gaming MouseAmazon$79.95View at Amazon →

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Music and headphones

Headphones are the most used gift a teenager gets. Over-ear for at the desk, earbuds for the bus, and check the charging cable matches their phone.

Artori Design Book & Hero - Black Metal Superhero Bookend, Unique Bookends, Gift27% OFF
Artori Design Book & Hero - Black Metal Superhero Bookend, Unique Bookends, Gifts for Geeks, Gifts for Book Lovers, Cool Book Stopper, Fathers Day Gift, Gift for DadAmazon$28.53$39.27Save $10.74View at Amazon →
The Ashes and the Star-Cursed King: The heart-wrenching second book in the bests16% OFF
The Ashes and the Star-Cursed King: The heart-wrenching second book in the bestselling romantasy series Crowns of NyaxiaAmazon$20.99$24.99Save $4.00View at Amazon →
JIONK The Matrix Movie Poster 24X36'' (Style 2)8% OFF
JIONK The Matrix Movie Poster 24X36'' (Style 2)Amazon$24.00$25.99Save $1.99View at Amazon →
Harmonica Primer Book for Beginners with Video and Audio Access10% OFF
Harmonica Primer Book for Beginners with Video and Audio AccessAmazon$20.26$22.59Save $2.33View at Amazon →
Professor Puzzle Ultimate Video Trivia Card Game
Professor Puzzle Ultimate Video Trivia Card GameAmazon$34.85View at Amazon →
Blue Disco Ball Wireless Speaker
Blue Disco Ball Wireless SpeakerAmazon$34.49View at Amazon →

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Beauty, skincare and fashion

Stick to gentle, well-known skincare rather than strong treatments. For clothing, accessories avoid the sizing problem that ruins most teen fashion gifts.

Handmade Sterling Silver 925 Rose Quartz CZ Hook Drop Dangle Earrings 🌻NEW25% OFF
Handmade Sterling Silver 925 Rose Quartz CZ Hook Drop Dangle Earrings 🌻NEWeBay$21.75$29.00Save $7.25View at eBay →
To My Daughter Necklace Gift From Father Jewelry Necklace Present From Dad In Bi
To My Daughter Necklace Gift From Father Jewelry Necklace Present From Dad In Birthday, Mother's Day Or Valentine's Day, White Gold, Cubic ZirconiaAmazon$71.04View at Amazon →
Custom Photo Necklace for Men - Personalized Gifts for Him, Customized Picture,
Custom Photo Necklace for Men - Personalized Gifts for Him, Customized Picture, Name & Text Engraved Stainless Steel ID Dog Tag Necklace Chain Jewelry Valentines Day Father's Day,Amazon$35.08View at Amazon →
d’Alba Italian White Truffle Nourishing Treatment Mask 5pcs, Vegan Skincare, Nou42% OFF
d’Alba Italian White Truffle Nourishing Treatment Mask 5pcs, Vegan Skincare, Nourishing and Soothing Sheet Mask with White Truffles for Dry and Tired Skin, Safe for Sensitive Skin, Deep Hydration Mask, Korean Skincare (25ml*5packs)Amazon$20.99$36.00Save $15.01View at Amazon →
BIODANCE Bio-Collagen Real Deep Mask, Hydrating Overnight Hydrogel Mask, Pore Mi34% OFF
BIODANCE Bio-Collagen Real Deep Mask, Hydrating Overnight Hydrogel Mask, Pore Minimizing, Elasticity, Plumping Improvement, Korean Skincare | 1.19oz(34g) x 4eaAmazon$24.95$38.00Save $13.05View at Amazon →
Silver Earrings for Men Dragon Huggie Statement Jewellery Gifts Women Men Novelt20% OFF
Silver Earrings for Men Dragon Huggie Statement Jewellery Gifts Women Men Novelty Hoop EarringsAmazon$21.59$26.99Save $5.40View at Amazon →

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Sport and fitness presents

Buy for the sport they turn up to each week. Kit bags, drink bottles and training gear get used constantly, and none of it needs to fit precisely.

SANTECO 1.2L Vacuum Insulated Sports Water Bottle – Detachable Shoulder Strap, L45% OFF
SANTECO 1.2L Vacuum Insulated Sports Water Bottle – Detachable Shoulder Strap, Leakproof, Keeps Hot/Cold 12H, Wide Mouth with Straw (Carbon Black, Stylish Design for Sports Drinks)Amazon$19.67$35.99Save $16.32View at Amazon →
Waterproof Dry Bag Backpack Floating Dry Backpack for Water Sports - Fishing, Bo21% OFF
Waterproof Dry Bag Backpack Floating Dry Backpack for Water Sports - Fishing, Boating, Kayaking, Surfing, Rafting, Camping for Men and Women (Green)Amazon$23.79$29.99Save $6.20View at Amazon →
Blukar Head Torch Rechargeable, Super Bright Lightweight Headlamp-8 Modes15% OFF
Blukar Head Torch Rechargeable, Super Bright Lightweight Headlamp-8 ModesAmazon$18.69$21.99Save $3.30View at Amazon →
12000mAh 5000LM Camping Lights, 4-Mode Rechargeable Lantern with Base & Dual Hoo8% OFF
12000mAh 5000LM Camping Lights, 4-Mode Rechargeable Lantern with Base & Dual Hook, 2.5H Fast Charge, IPX6 Waterproof Tent Light for Power Outages Outdoor EmergencyAmazon$23.99$25.99Save $2.00View at Amazon →
Spotting Scope with Tripod for Men, Dad, Husband, Teenagers& Nature Lovers - Fat
Spotting Scope with Tripod for Men, Dad, Husband, Teenagers& Nature Lovers - Father's Day, Birthday, Idea - Bird Watching, Stargazing, Sports Events Telescope (Black)Amazon$148.61View at Amazon →
10-30x50 Monocular Telescope with Smartphone Holder, Hand Starp & Tripod, High P
10-30x50 Monocular Telescope with Smartphone Holder, Hand Starp & Tripod, High Powered FMC & BAK4 Scope, Birthday Gifts for Men Dad Him Husband Teen, Gifts for Fathers Day, Outdoors Hiking GearAmazon$111.95View at Amazon →

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Creative and hands-on gifts

Teenagers who draw, film or make things would rather have better materials than another starter kit. Upgrade what they already use.

Instax Fujifilm Mini 99 Instant Camera, Black [AU Version]16% OFF
Instax Fujifilm Mini 99 Instant Camera, Black [AU Version]Amazon$235.00$279.95Save $44.95View at Amazon →
LEGO Chinese Festivals Moon Gazing 80121
LEGO Chinese Festivals Moon Gazing 80121Amazon$119.99View at Amazon →
Mould King 10131 Dual V8 Engine Building Set, W16 Cylinder Motor Model Block Kit21% OFF
Mould King 10131 Dual V8 Engine Building Set, W16 Cylinder Motor Model Block Kit MOC, STEM Gift Toy to Build for Adult Kid Aged 14+ 952pcsAmazon$79.99$101.00Save $21.01View at Amazon →
LEGO: Minifigure Photography Book - Klutz - Learn Photography Techniques - Inclu15% OFF
LEGO: Minifigure Photography Book - Klutz - Learn Photography Techniques - Includes 2 Minifigures, 30 Props, 6 Backgrounds, 1 Book - Ages 6+Amazon$29.75$34.99Save $5.24View at Amazon →
Avtytsda 1/130 Scale DIY Hobby Wooden Ship Science Equipmen Assembly Model Boat 5% OFF
Avtytsda 1/130 Scale DIY Hobby Wooden Ship Science Equipmen Assembly Model Boat Kits Sailing Boat Kit Ship Craft Laser-Cut Model Kits to BuildAmazon$23.00$24.32Save $1.32View at Amazon →
Metal Earth 3D Laser Model - Mars Rover6% OFF
Metal Earth 3D Laser Model - Mars RoverAmazon$21.17$22.57Save $1.40View at Amazon →

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Snacks, games and their room

Their room is the one space they control, so lighting, posters and storage tend to be welcome. Snacks are the easy filler alongside a smaller main present.

History Trivia Game - Australia Edition28% OFF
History Trivia Game - Australia EditionAmazon$25.00$34.95Save $9.95View at Amazon →
The Coffee Book: Barista Tips * Recipes * Beans from Around the World21% OFF
The Coffee Book: Barista Tips * Recipes * Beans from Around the WorldAmazon$31.71$39.99Save $8.28View at Amazon →
Glow of the Everflame: Limited sprayed edges edition (Volume 2)15% OFF
Glow of the Everflame: Limited sprayed edges edition (Volume 2)Amazon$21.25$24.99Save $3.74View at Amazon →
When the Moon Hatched: The #1 SUNDAY TIMES bestselling fantasy romance sensation15% OFF
When the Moon Hatched: The #1 SUNDAY TIMES bestselling fantasy romance sensation: Book 1Amazon$21.25$24.99Save $3.74View at Amazon →
Gleam: The Plated Prisoner Series Vol 3: The TikTok fantasy sensation that's sol15% OFF
Gleam: The Plated Prisoner Series Vol 3: The TikTok fantasy sensation that's sold over half a million copiesAmazon$21.25$24.99Save $3.74View at Amazon →
Advancing Your Photography: Secrets to Making Photographs that You and Others Wi
Advancing Your Photography: Secrets to Making Photographs that You and Others Will Love (Photography Book for Beginners, Digital Photography, Photo Composition)Amazon$34.99View at Amazon →

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Common questions

What do you buy a teenager who only wants money?

Pair something small they would not buy with a bit of cash. Headphones, a desk light or a skincare set they have been eyeing gets more of a reaction than cash alone.

What are good gifts for a 15 year old?

Anything tied to their current obsession: gaming accessories, sport gear, skincare, or a good pair of headphones. Ask their siblings if you are unsure.

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Updated 2 November 2026. Gifts shown from Amazon and eBay. Prices and availability change; the retailer's page is the final word.