27 Essential Gifts For Millennials That Goes Beyond Just Avocado Toast

Updated: Aug 17 2022
27 Essential Gifts For Millennials That Goes Beyond Just Avocado Toast
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Millennials are all grown up now, with the "elders" among them nearing 40, and if you're looking for something that'll fit anyone in the demographic, look no further than these gifts for Millennials. They've got houses and nice apartments now, they're gonna be looking for useful gifts and kitchen things they can use to make their cold brew and avocado toast at home. But they're still cool so influencer essentials and ring lights that'll help them spice up their social media are a must-have. Chances are they're working from home, so they'll need some goodies to make that more comfortable and more productive. They're also hella stressed out so things like adult coloring books and weighted blankets will come in clutch. All that and more is in the gift guide below and you can help your favorite Millennial thrive with any of them.

Lots of Cash

The rent is too damn high. So is gas. And food. And clothes. And utilities. Everything is too freaking expensive. Regardless of whether they "have everything," no Millennial will be mad if you heap some piles of cash on them to help pay the bills.
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Dash MyPint Personal Ice Cream Maker

Make the ice cream flavors you dreamed of eating as a kid with the Dash MyPint. Instructions are included with the device to help you craft the perfect recipe and in less than 30 minutes it'll whip up a tasty batch of the icy treat.
$21 .99

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SOMA All-in-One Iced Coffee Maker

Make the strong cold brew that fuels your cold dark soul and take it with you with a unique brew bottle that does it all. The Soma is chic, it's insulated (it'll keep your brew cold for hours!), it's got a strainer that won't let any grounds escape, and is safe to add cream and sugar to.
$33 .17

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Celebrity Prayer Candles

Hail Britney and the freedom she represents! Or Harry Styles and his incredible confidence and beauty. Whatever mood a Millennial wants to manifest is sure to come to them quickly with a little help from these celebrity prayer candles.
$22 .99

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Personal Smoothie Maker

When breakfast needs to be on the go the BlendJet is the answer. Make a perfectly creamy smoothie with the powerful rechargeable handheld blender. Post blend it's easy to take the mix with you in the mixing vessel.
$19 .99

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Trivennial: A Party Game for Millennials

Millennials love a portmanteau which means that Trivennial will speak to their souls. The trivia card game has 1000 trivia cards spanning 9 categories of all of their favorite things. The game is easy to learn and they'll have loads of fun reminiscing and laughing about things past.
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Weighted Cooling Blanket

Millennials are some of the nation's finest insomniacs but not after they start sleeping under a weighted blanket. It's designed to feel like a comforting hug, which reduces stress and anxiety levels at bedtime to help them fall asleep faster and stay asleep longer.
$36 .99

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Random F*ckery: Adult Coloring Book Full of Sarcasm and Memes

Coloring is an underrated stress-relieving activity. Make it even more relaxing by shading in a book filled with sarcasm, swear words, and memes. It's the perfect Millennial coloring book and will have them in the zen zone with just the swipe of a colored pencil.
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Cushionaire Pillow Cloud Slides

Your feet feel like trash but after a stride in the Cushionaire they'll feel like a million bucks. These uber-comfy slides are 1.75" thick and crafted solely from soft foam. There are several colors available and yes, they really do feel like you're walking on a cloud.
$24 .99

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Ninge Lint Roller

Stop trifling with those rollers that are never as sticky as you need them to be and opt for something a little more eco-friendly and effective for dealing with lint. The Ninge rocks and rolls as it gently rakes lint off of your garments without catching fine fibers or fabrics.
$9 .49

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The Wand Wine Filter

For Millennials, hangovers don't last for a day, they last for three days and they make you feel like you're literally dead. The wine wand is a literal magic wand that filters away the histamines and sulfites while it aerates your wind to give it a better flavor. Call it your Fairy Winemother, it's amazing.
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Monopoly For Millennials

Because the rent is too damn high you and your friends need to stay in and have game night instead of hitting the bar. You'll all have a grand old laugh over this version of Monopoly which involves no money, just experiences and Millennial favorite locales like the vegan bistro.
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F*ck I’m Bored Activity Book

This book is so fun you'll completely forget about scrolling through Instagram to try and find something entertaining. There are 100 grown-up activities in the book, filled with swear words, to entertain your brain.
$8 .49

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Purple No Pressure Pillow

The Purple No Pressure Pillow is so comfortable you'll forget it's under your head. It's gentle on your spine and can prevent back and neck pain and is cooler than regular memory foam pillows, which can help you get more refreshing sleep.
$124 .96

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Dodow Sleep Aid Device

Getting sleep with Dodow is easy, just ask the over 1 million people that have used it to help their insomnia. Cut the time it takes you to fall asleep in half with the unique device, which uses a metronome system to train you to fall asleep faster.
$59 .00

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Portable Evaporative Air Conditioner

Whole-ass AC units are like, hella expensive and hella big. That's what makes this a great option for a Millennial in a small apartment that might not need the big boy. The evaporative unit uses 100x less electricity than a standard unit but will cool them just as well and doesn't use harmful Freon-like coolers.
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Knodel Desk Pad

Your desk will look cool and collected with the addition of the Knodel desk pad. The faux leather pad brings an air of sophistication to any space and has several functions. It's a soft landing spot for a mouse and keyboard, and also heat safe to act as a coaster for your coffee.
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Car Power Inverter

Embrace that digital nomad lifestyle with a car power inverter that lets you use the 12V plug to charge up your laptop and similar-sized devices. The Foval has two large outlets and 4 USB ports so everyone in the car can power up their stuff.
$19 .64

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100 Things To Do Bucket List Scratch Off Poster

Experience the world around you with a scratch-off poster that encourages you to find the cool stuff around your own neighborhood. There are 100 things to do on the poster ranging from basic to incredible (think things like skydiving). When complete and when in progress, the 11"x17" poster makes a cool piece of art.
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HyperChiller Iced Coffee Instant Cooler

Forgot to brew the iced coffee? HyperChiller to the rescue. Dump a piping hot cup of coffee into the vessel and in less than two minutes you'll have an icy cup of strong coffee, it'll never water down your drink.
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Heated Eye Massager

Say buh-bye to dark circles and puffiness with a heated eye massager. It's a true Treat Yoself item that'll make you look so young you might start getting carded again. Let the 107-degree heat melt away your tension, relieve pain, and erase skin redness and eye strain.
$69 .99

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Luxe Non Electric Bidet Attachment

Tickle your tushy with a stream of warm water and your butthole will be cleaner than it would be if you'd just wiped. For real! With this bidet attachment getting clean is comfortable and simple with several water pressure levels and settings for men or women.
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The Perfect Posture Strap

A common misconception is that Millennials are living their best, young, spry lives. Best, yes, spry, no, Millennials are old now, and when they wake up everything hurts. The Perfect Posture is a game-changer that pulls their hips and spine into alignment while sitting to eliminate back and neck pain.
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Millennial Loteria

Fans of MillennialLoteria (the Instagram) will recognize this amazing Mexican Bingo game that's been given a Millennial twist. From the colors (Millennial pink, obvs) to the objects on the 46 cards, it's perfect to trot out on game night and will have everything laughing.
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Charging Cable Bracelet

You can never have too many charging cords on you at any given time, but it's cool when those cables can be chic. This bracelet doubles as the cord for an Android phone and is actually sturdier than most cords because of its braided exterior.
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Yoga For The Inflexible Male

Guys, it's time to stop being intimidated by yoga. Yoga for the Inflexible Male is the book to help you get over your fear of tree pose. You'll feel younger, more limber, and find that certain muscles don't hurt anymore. The book is packed with down-to-earth advice that makes the meditative practice more approachable.
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3-in-1 Avocado Tool

Slice, dice, and mash avocados with nothing more than this 3-in-1 tool. They're always telling Millennials to make the avocado toast at home to save cash and they'll be millionaires with this easy-to-use utensil in their kitchen.
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Self-Heating Lunchbox

Bringing lunch to work isn't just a great way to save money it's a way to ensure you're getting a lunch that actually tastes good. Dine on your Happy Desk Lunch from this self-heating box that in just 10-15 mins heats your lunch to 145-165 degrees.
$139 .99

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Countertop Composting Bin

Being green is one of the hottest things you can be and even Kermit would agree that it's easy to be green with this composting bin. The 3-liter bin traps and absorbs odors and has an inner bin that's easily removed and cleaned when it's time to dump what's inside.
$29 .49

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You Had ONE JOB! Funny Calendar

Known for having many jobs, masters of the side hustles will get a kick out of this calendar that celebrates people who were worse at one job than they ever will be at 2 or 3 of them. With pics that'll make them howl. this calendar will make them glad they opted for print over digital time-keeping.
$27 .12

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The Cuddle Pillow

Enjoy a good night's sleep with your partner and wake up with feeling in your arm or without a kink in your neck with the Cuddle Pillow. The brilliantly designed cushion is supportive for both partners while taking the pressure off the arm of the "big spoon."
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Portable Document Scanner

All those cards from grandma, newspaper clippings from dad, embarrassing pictures from mom. You can throw them all away while still keeping a copy around with this magic wand. It's a portable document scanner and in just seconds it'll take a 900dpi image of any and every random scrap of paper you have lying around.
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Shiatsu Back Shoulder & Neck Massager

This neck and back massager can be used any time, anywhere, even on a Zoom call for work! It can be draped over their neck, back, and shoulders to relieve pain with rotating heated nodes and three-speed settings.
$35 .99

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BestSelf Planner & Journal Notebook

Be more productive, be happier, and become a champion in just 13 weeks with the BestSelf planner. It's packed with activity trackers, space for planning and reflection, prompts to help you find gratitude, and more that will get your life on track and headed in a very positive direction.
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Portable Cinema

Rooftop movie nights are seriously the best and you can start holding your own with this portable cinema. The petite projector beams a 100" picture onto a flat surface in front of you and doubles as the speakers you'll need to play the show.
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Portable Clean Burning Fire Place

Bring the joy of summer camp home to your own apartment with a portable clean burning fireplace. It creates no carbon monoxide so it's totally safe for indoor use and burns clean thanks to isopropyl alcohol. It's great for s'mores or for creating ambiance.
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Cushioned Grocery Bag Carrier

You'd rather die than take a second trip back to get the rest of the groceries so let the Click and Carry give you a hand. The cushioned holder clicks closed around the bag handles to make it easier and more comfortable to carry and holds up to 40lbs of groceries.
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LapGear Pro Lap Desk

Working from home is a blessing but you can make it even more of one by working from the couch. The LapGear desk has space for your phone, your mouse, and your laptop, and will hold it all without letting anything overheat or fall over.
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Aerogarden Indoor Herb Grower

Enjoy some delicious farm-to-table herbs (or herb, you can use it for 420-friendly stuff, too) with an Aerogarden. The hydroponic grower comes with 6 seed pellets to get you started and is the dash of freshness your homecooked meals have been looking for.
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Desktop Cable Organizer

Keep your desk from looking like a spiderweb with this compact cord organizer. The soft piece sticks to the side of your desk (or atop it) and has gentle grabbers that hold up to five cords where they should be without stripping them of their coating.
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Millennium Falcon Waffle Maker

The Force is with those weekend mornings, you know? Especially when you can chow down on a 4" version of the Millennium Falcon. This waffle maker whips up a whole batch in a matter of minutes and clean-up is easy thanks to non-stick plates.
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LED Letter Light Sign

A letter light sign is a totally Hollywood way to add a pop of personality to a Millennial's space without being too "in your face" about it. They'll love its bright look and how seamlessly it blends into their decor. It stands at about 9" tall and is powered by AA batteries.
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Ring Light and Camera Mount for Streaming

From Zoom rooms to TikToks, this ring light and camera mount are a Millennial's key to looking their best in any situation. The ring light has 3 light colors and 10 brightness levels and the camera gooseneck can accommodate a webcam or a mobile phone on a mount.
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CaseMATE Phone Holder and Stand

PopSockets are so played out, you know? Spice up the back of your phone with the CaseMATE. The combination phone holder and stand comes in a variety of playful designs and is easy to mount on the back of any device.
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Broke Millennial

Everyone seems to have financial advice for Millennials but Broke Millennial breaks it down in a way that makes sense and actually makes it plausible to do. The book will help you improve your relationship with money, stop living paycheck-to-paycheck, be honest about partners with money, and so much more.
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Hatch Restore Smart Alarm Clock

Fall asleep easier and wake up in a more gentle way with Hatch's Restore Smart Alarm Clock. Program your sleep routine to wake up more naturally and lower cortisol levels, read by its gentle light (it's blue light free!), and listen to white noise to help you fall asleep better.
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I Will Teach You To Be Rich Book

Ramit Sethi's book is one of the most trusted when it comes to financial advice. Embrace a new relationship with your money and get ahead in life with the expert advice he drops on its pages. In short, he'll teach you how to maximize your savings and investments while still buying things you like guilt-free.
$10 .17

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Orthopedic Memory Foam & Lumbar Support Pillows

Now that many Millennials are approaching the big 4-0, their backs, necks, and shoulders need some help. Throw them a lifeline with this set of orthopedic memory foam pillows. Not only are they soft AF, but they're carefully molded to keep the spinal column aligned while in use. They can be used at home or in the car.
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SodaStream Sparkling Water Bundle

Put down the LaCroix and pick up the SodaStream. You'll save money, be able to control the amount of carbonation in your beverage, and have a more cost-effective and eco-friendly way to sip. All it takes is the touch of a button.
$129 .99

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Auto Tracking Camera Tripod

When you're making your TikToks you can do it alone without the help of a friend or an Instagram boyfriend (is that still a thing?) with this incredible tripod. It senses your movement and rotates 360 degrees on its axis to ensure you're always in focus.
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NitroPour Coffee Keg

Enjoy cold brew the way it was meant to be enjoyed with a device that pours a nitro brew in the comfort of your own home. This growler-sized keg infuses every draught with that creamy flavor and foamy head that's hard to find outside the coffee shop.
$249 .95

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Latte Machine and Coffee Maker

Make your lattes at home, they said. Fine. Make lattes better than any you could buy down at the coffee shop with this Mr. Coffee machine. It's loaded with features so you can make delicious frothed milk, hot milk, espresso, hot coffee, and even plain old hot water for tea for a fraction of the cost.
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Personal Wine Chiller

Millennials are long past the days of drinking sh*tty wine straight from the bottle, they sip with their friends now. This personal wine chiller cradles their wine glass comfortably and for an hour will keep the liquid in the basin cool, no ice required.
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Touchscreen Smart Toaster

They've got the avocados but they need the toast. This smart toaster is the answer to their prayers. With a simple touch of a screen, they can select the kind of bread they're toasting (from five options), pick what mode they'd like to use it in (from three options), and choose from seven doneness levels.
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LARQ Insulated Self-Cleaning Water Bottle

Forgetting to clean your water bottle is right up there with forgetting to clean your phone screen. Luckily, the LARQ cleans itself so you don't have to. Every 2 hours the LARQ activates and scrubs its insides with UV-C rays which are totally safe...unless you're a bacteria or germ.
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Avocado Jalapeño Sauce

Have some toast-est with the most-est by drizzling your avocado with some of this jalapeno sauce. It's made with avocado so it naturally pairs well with the fruit and adds a zing of spicy, saucy flavor to every bite.
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Oculus All-in-One Virtual Reality Headset

They're not kids any more but Millennials do love video games. They can play over 250 in the Oculus VR, and experience their games in a whole new immersive way that they couldn't have even dreamed of while playing Sonic the Hedgehog in the mid-90s.
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Stay Tray Reusable Coffee Carrier

The feeling when you can't get a tray from the barista to carry your and your friend's coffee is such a bummer. Be eco-friendly and carry up to four cups at the same time with this reusable carrier. The carrier is made from plastic with convenient pieces that grab your cups to keep them steady.
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Nintendo Switch Lite

The Switch Lite is nostalgic fun that any millennial is sure to love. The handheld console is playable with physical and digital games and is WiFi enabled with a 5.5" touch screen. Check out the eShop for tons of classic Nintendo games.
$189 .30

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Selfie Ring Light with Tripod Stand & Cell Phone Holder

The selfies a Millennial will take with this ring light and stand will rival the ones Gen Z takes. Their skin will look clear and smooth with various light intensities and 3 light colors, and they'll get perfect steady shots thanks to the included Bluetooth remote.
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Smart Skincare Fridge

Skincare gets more important as you age and Millennials, many of whom are nearing 40, really care about it. This chest freezer has a 9-liter capacity and allows you to pick the temp you want (from 42 degrees to 86 degrees). Using it can extend the life of your expensive creams and serums, so it's a great investment.
$199 .99

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