Over 20 Stocking Stuffers Under $5 (Practical Things They Actually Need!)

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Looking for the best stocking stuffers under $5 this Christmas?

close up of christmas stockings filled with gifts

Fill those stockings for less with the best stocking stuffers under $5. They’re thoughtful, affordable, and gifts they’ll enjoy opening!

Here are some of our favorite stocking stuffers for around $5 or less:

collage of under $5 stocking stuffers


1. This compact screwdriver set fits on your keychain and includes flat and Phillips heads for quick fixes on the go.

screwdriver keychain hanging from shelf


2. This festive Santa-shaped grill cleaner offers a safe, bristle-free way to keep your grates spotless & add holiday cheer to your grilling. 

holding a santa-shaped BBQ Grill scraper

BBQ Grill Scraper$4.99 (regularly $5.99)


3. These top-rated glitter gel pens glide smoothly, dry fast, and make the perfect stocking stuffer for art and journaling lovers!

Glitter Gel Pen 10-Pack – $4.99 (regularly $8)


4. Hot hands are perfect for sports parents, outdoor winter adventures, to keep on hand for emergencies, and much more.

2 packages of Hot Hands super warmers

HotHands Super Warmer 3-Pack $2.68 (regularly $4.79)

Bookmark our rechargeable hand warmers deal post if your giftee loves to be more sustainable.


5. This silicone cleaning bowl can be used for painting or cleaning makeup brushes.

Makeup brush with soap in bottom of pink silicone cleaning bowl


6. Stanley lovers will appreciate this pack of extra straws and a cleaning brush and they’re perfect for gifting with a Stanley too! 

replacement straws and cleaning brush for Stanley tumbler


7. This trendy pack of hairclips is convenient and great for many different trendy hairstyles.

hand holding brown hair clip with bag of clips in background


8. This two-pack of wine bottle stoppers would be a practical gift for new home owners or paired with a bottle of wine in a stocking.

close up of wine bottle with rabbit stopper

Wine Bottle Stoppers Set of 2$3.99 (reg. $4.99)


9. A scalp massager is a relaxing gift to treat anyone to. 

Two head scalp massager is laying on white surface with box

Head Scalp Massager 2-Pack$4.99 ($2.50 each) (reg. $9.99)

Consider grabbing this 4-pack of scalp massagers for the same price!


10. Anyone who often needs a back scratcher will love having these back scratchers on hand.

Back scratchers laying on the black table


11. Aqua Art books are reusable and mess-free, parent-approved coloring books for young kids. 

Close-up of child coloring an aqua art book

Shop more Aqua Art books!


12. These glow-in-the-dark mini stars will be a fun way for any kid to spruce up their room. 

Navy blue ceiling in room with glow in the dark mini stars


13. This manicure set has everything anyone needs to care for their nails and it comes in feminine and masculine colors. 

Black and red manicure set


14. This pack of translucent sticky notes is trending and even comes with its own pen marker for writing on them. 

Translucent sticky notes on book


15. This set of beauty tools for some much-needed self-care. 

hand holding jade roller and gua sha facial tools by window

Jade Roller & Gua Sha Facial Tools$4.99 (reg. $5.49)


16. This pack of cord protectors can be gifted to the entire family, so everyone keeps track of their chargers. 

hand holding cord with blue silicone cord protector and other family members laying on background

Silicone Spiral Cord Protectors$3.95 (reg. $4.95) 


17. Mad Libs are fun for everyone and are known as the #1 children’s humor books. 

stock photo of mad libs christmas book

Mad Libs – $4.69 (reg. $5.99)

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Shop all Mad Libs on Amazon starting at just $3.89.


18. A mini sewing kit is great to have on hand for emergencies or when traveling. 

Mini sewing kit spread out on carpet


19. A spaghetti measuring tool would make a great gift to give to a new homeowner or someone who always makes too much.

Pasta, measuring tool with spaghetti noodles in hole


20. Kids chopsticks are great for beginners and perfect if you plan to start making your own sushi at home. 

Childs hand holding chopsticks

Kids Chopsticks, 2 Pairs$4.29 ($2.15 each)

Grab this pack of 5 chopsticks for adults under $5!


21. A foot pumice stone is great for dry, cracking feet year round. 

Handholding mini box with 2 foot pumice stones

Natural Foot Pumice Stones 2-Pack$3.99 (reg. $4.19) – just $2 each


22. You can never go wrong with having a travel-sized hand lotion on hand.

a womans hands dispensing lavender shea butter handcream from a tube

eos Hand Cream 2.5oz Bottle as low as $3.21 (reg. $4.29)
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Final cost $2.41 shipped (5% off) or $2.09 shipped (15% off)!

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About the writer:

Sara is a self-taught blogger & photographer and brings 9+ years of experience to her craft. Her work has been featured in numerous esteemed publications, spanning building, travel, and fashion. Beyond her creative pursuits, Sara’s primary mission is to empower others to embrace a toxic-free & sustainable lifestyle.


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Comments 5

  1. anom

    Thanks. Got some cute stocking stuffers.

    • Amber (Hip Sidekick)

      SO glad to hear that, Anom! You’re very welcome! πŸ€—

  2. cheree808217

    This is an AMAZING list of stocking stuffers! I love practical gifts. I found at least 10 stocking stuffers, something for everyone! Thank you!

    • Jessica (Hip Sidekick)

      Yay! πŸŽ‰ So happy to hear you found the list helpful and scored so many great stocking stuffers! 🎁 Thanks a bunch for the kind words – you’re very welcome! β€οΈπŸŽ„

  3. Kimberly

    Most of these items can be ordered at Temu for under a dollar. πŸ™‚

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