Adults can experience just as much excitement about birthday gifts as children do. Even as you age, unwrapping the present you’ve been longing for can be thrilling. Nevertheless, crafting a birthday gift list can become increasingly difficult with time. You might feel that you can’t simply ask for the newest toys anymore, but who says that’s the case? If you’re having a tough time figuring out what you want for your upcoming birthday, there’s no need to fret. We’ve compiled the ultimate birthday wish list, showcasing gifts ranging from tech devices to outdoor equipment to home necessities. To ease your search, we’ve arranged our gift suggestions into categories: our favorite birthday gifts, gifts under $25, gifts under $50, gifts between $50 and $150, and gifts over $150. Explore for some birthday ideas and start dropping hints to your friends and family. Enjoy your birthday!
**Our top selections**
**Color-shifting smart light bulbs**
Deputy Shopping and Reviews Editor Miller Kern shares her insights: “I have a Hue light bulb in every lamp in my apartment, and I hardly use the Big Light anymore. These bulbs let me dim the lights for relaxation or showcase vibrant colors while watching a movie. The best part is, I don’t even have to leave my bed to switch them off at night.”
Philips Hue Smart Bulbs: $99.99 at Best Buy
**A digital camera that takes film-quality pictures**
“I adore film photos, but film can be expensive, and my cameras are bulky. The Camp Snap camera is an amazing substitute. It’s digital, lightweight, and the pictures resemble those taken on film. They’re sharp but possess a nostalgic vibe. Plus, you can capture multiple images without wasting film.”
Camp Snap camera: $69.95 at Camp Snap
**Coffee from various countries**
“I don’t consume coffee, but my dad does. I gave him a three-month Atlas Coffee Club subscription for Christmas, and he adored it. Each month, they receive coffee beans and a postcard from different countries, enabling them to sample distinct roasts. You can select from whole beans, grounds, Keurig pods, and Nespresso pods. Subscriptions are offered for three, six, or 12 months.”
Atlas Coffee Club gift subscription: Starting at $55
**A brand-new Kindle**
“I used to be exclusively a physical books person, but the Kindle Paperwhite transformed my reading habits. It’s easy to carry on a plane, to the beach, or even in the bathtub (thanks to its waterproof design). Additionally, I can borrow library books for free using the Libby app. If you’re a reader, a Kindle should be on your birthday wish list. (A new Kindle Paperwhite was launched in October 2024.)”
Kindle Paperwhite (2024): $159.99 at Amazon
**An elegant TV that serves as art**
“Samsung’s The Frame TV is popular but expensive. The Hisense CanvasTV is a cost-effective alternative if you’re after an art television. The Google TV interface is impressive, and the TV blends flawlessly with your decor. It’s a lavish birthday request, but it’s worth it.”
Hisense CanvasTV (55-inch, QLED): $699.99 at Best Buy (Save $300)
**Birthday gifts under $25**
**Enhance your cooking skills**
“This 2-in-1 oil dispenser both pours and sprays, eliminating the need for separate olive oil and cooking spray. It’s a useful gift for home chefs or air fryer enthusiasts.”
Oil dispenser and sprayer: $7.99 at Amazon (Save $2)
**Anything you desire from Amazon**
“If your Amazon wish list is beckoning, request an Amazon gift card for your birthday. Get your desired gift at someone else’s expense.”
Amazon e-gift card
**Acquire new knowledge**
“Commemorate another year by picking up a new skill or pursuing a hobby with an in-person class. Coursehorse collaborates with instructors and schools in major cities to offer nearly 70,000 classes in areas such as art, language, music, cooking, self-defense, and gardening.”
Coursehorse Gift Card: Starting at $5 at Coursehorse
**Easy Lego flowers**
“Lego sets can be pricey, but we found an affordable kit for your birthday list. It contains two buildable roses to display after construction. No wilting involved!”
Lego Roses building kit: $8.99 at Amazon (Save $6)
**An aromatic candle**
“Candles are a classic present you can request for every occasion. Include delightful scents from Bonita Fierce, a Latina-owned small business, on your wish list. Candles start at $16.”
Bonita Fierce candle: Starting at $16 at Bonita Fierce
**A puzzle with a few surprises**
“Magic Puzzle Company creates entertaining 1,000-piece