The Best Tech Gadgets Under $50 You Can Buy Right Now 2025

The TOZO T6 earbuds punch above their weight with crisp audio and surprisingly strong bass that make music and podcasts sound lively — in our testing the sound was the clear highlight and helps explain its 7.5/10 score. We found touch controls can be overly sensitive, causing accidental pauses or skips, and battery life was inconsistent: although specs list about 7.5 hours, our experience and some reports show runtimes closer to four hours. At $26.99 they’re a solid budget choice if you value sound over flawless touch controls.

For budget-minded listeners, the JBL Tune 510BT with the Clip 3 speaker combo delivers punchy bass and clear mids that stood out in our testing, which helps explain its 7.5/10 score. We found the headphones’ lightweight, foldable design and 40‑hour battery life extremely convenient for travel, while the Clip 3 adds rugged portable sound. During our review comfort and build were weak points — ear cups can get uncomfortable during long sessions and the plastic feels fragile, and there’s no active noise cancellation to mute noisy commutes.

Soundcore’s Life P2 Mini earbuds are a surprisingly comfortable, budget-friendly pair that earned a 7.5/10 in our testing thanks to lightweight fit, IPX5 splash protection, and three EQ modes to tune the sound. We found the eight‑hour battery life and USB‑C charging great for day-long listening, but touch controls can be finicky and there’s no active noise cancellation or on-ear volume control, which limits convenience during commutes. In short, they’re a strong value for workouts and podcasts if you can tolerate the occasional control hiccup.

The JBL Go 3 is our go-to ultra‑portable speaker for trips and shower playlists — it scored 8.5/10 for punching well above its size with surprising sound and an IP67 waterproof, rugged build. During our review we appreciated how light it is and its durability for outdoor use, but we found battery life limited to about five hours and charging times a bit long, plus there’s no speakerphone function. If portability and weatherproofing matter most, the Go 3 delivers excellent sound for short sessions.

Wyze Cam v3 delivers impressive color night vision at a bargain price and earned an 8/10 from us for sheer value and image performance. During our review the nighttime footage was much clearer and more useful than you’d expect from a sub-$20 camera, but we found the audio quality was fuzzy and unreliable for clear conversations. The need for a wired Micro-USB power connection limits placement options despite the IP65 weather resistance, though as an affordable indoor/outdoor-adjacent camera it’s hard to beat for $19.

The Amazon Echo Pop is a compact, affordable entry into Alexa smart speakers that fits neatly on nightstands and small shelves — our experience shows it nails voice control and smart-home integration at a low price. During our review sound was clear for dialogue and podcasts, but bass was weak and it lacks a 3.5mm output for external speakers, so don’t expect deep audio performance. It also misses advanced sensors like temperature or motion, but at about $39.19 it’s a handy, space-saving assistant.

The Kasa Smart LED Light Strip is a customization powerhouse with 16 million colors and 50 individually addressable zones, and during our testing the integrations with Alexa, Google Assistant, and SmartThings made voice-led scenes painless. Our experience shows the strip’s flexible, IPX4-rated design fits lots of spots, but the adhesive backing can weaken over time and brightness isn’t perfectly uniform across the length. Also remember once you cut it you can’t reattach it, so plan your layout carefully — for $23.99 it’s a versatile, budget-friendly accent light.

The Wyze Bulb Color is one of our favorite cheap smart bulbs — it earned an 8/10 in our review for delivering great color and white ranges without needing a hub. Our experience shows the no-hub setup and excellent price make it an easy upgrade for living rooms or bedrooms, but colors can wash out at peak brightness and the app lacks fancy effect options and extensive scene modes. If you want affordable, reliable smart lighting with solid color performance, this bulb is hard to beat under $30.

The Kasa Smart Plug HS103P4 4-pack is a steal at $9.99 and earned an 8/10 for broad smart‑home compatibility and usable features. In our testing setup was quick over 2.4 GHz Wi‑Fi, the compact design lets you stack two plugs in one outlet, and voice control via Alexa and Google Assistant worked reliably. During our review we found it lacks energy monitoring and some users report occasional connectivity hiccups, but our experience shows it’s an excellent low‑cost way to automate lamps and chargers.

Lightweight and slim, the Anker 313 PowerCore 10K is the pocketable backup we reach for when we need extra juice on the go. In our testing the 10,000mAh capacity delivered multiple top-off charges and Anker's PowerIQ and VoltageBoost helped optimize charging, but we found its single USB-A output and absence of a USB‑C port limit convenience for modern devices. During our review its lack of fast-charge support kept it from topping the list, yet for $25.99 it’s a reliable everyday traveler.

If you want a quiet, reliable keyboard for couch or multi-device use, the Pebble Keys 2 K380s delivers comfortable typing and seamless instant switching — we found the keys satisfy long typing sessions and the battery life (rated 36 months) is outstanding. It’s not without compromises: circular keycaps take some getting used to, there are no adjustable feet for tilt, and it lacks backlighting which hurts use in low light. While not the highest scorer, its dependable battery and portability make it a sensible $39.99 pick.

The Pebble Mouse 2 M350s is a minimalist, ultra-quiet companion that’s ideal for slipping into a bag or commuting — in our testing its Silent Touch technology noticeably reduced click noise and connectivity with up to three devices was handy. We found the flat, low-profile shape can get uncomfortable during long work sessions and there aren’t any extra programmable buttons for shortcuts. Battery endurance is strong (about 24 months), but note the package doesn’t include a Logi Bolt receiver, which may matter if you need that dongle.

If you want a cute, budget-friendly tracker, the Tile Mate Hello Kitty edition is an easy, compact choice at $25.99 that scored 6.5/10 in our evaluation. Our experience shows setup is painless and the IP68 rating means it survives splashes and brief submersion, plus the three-year battery life is handy — but that battery isn’t replaceable. During our testing we also noticed the Bluetooth range is limited and some premium features require a subscription, so it’s best for casual use rather than heavy-duty tracking.

Compact and powerful on paper, the Baseus 65W PD GaN3 Wall Charger uses GaN technology to squeeze fast charging into a small brick and can power up to four devices at once. During our review we appreciated the speed and port flexibility, but we found reports of overheating and some users experiencing port failures or the unit dying prematurely, which hurt reliability. The non-detachable power cord also makes it less flexible for travel, so while it’s tempting at $39.99, approach with cautious expectations given its 6/10 score.

The Anker 313 Wireless Charger is a cheap and practical bedside pad that supports both portrait and landscape charging and fits cases up to 5 mm thick, which we appreciated during our review. Priced at about $16, it’s useful for casual wireless charging, but our testing highlighted drawbacks: it still uses micro‑USB for power input, charges slower than newer pads, and lacks magnetic alignment for recent iPhones. If you want an inexpensive, no-frills charger and don’t need speed or MagSafe-style alignment, it does the job.

The Anker Nano 30W USB‑C GaN Charger is our top-rated compact wall charger in this price bracket, earning a standout 9.5/10 in our testing for fast, efficient charging up to 30W. We found the foldable prongs and GaN tech keep heat down and portability high, making it ideal for phones and tablets on the go, but be aware it only has a single USB‑C port so you can’t charge multiple devices simultaneously and it may not supply enough power for larger MacBooks. Overall, excellent speed and size for the money.

If you’re deep in the Apple ecosystem, the AirTag is hard to beat — it earned its high 9/10 rating for a reason. In our testing setup was effortless and Precision Finding works reliably, letting us locate items quickly with minimal fuss, and its compact IP67-rated design is easy to tuck into bags or keyrings. We found that the finish scuffs easily and that privacy controls could be tighter, plus it won’t pair with Android phones, but for $19.99 it’s top value.

Twinkly Strings Pearls are a fun way to add colorful, animated lighting to indoor spaces — the Twinkly app gives vibrant effects and customization that we loved during our review. We found the USB-C power makes it easy to run from a power bank, but the 100-LED length can feel short for larger trees or big installations and the IP20 rating means these are for indoor use only. The lack of a USB-C power adapter in the box is annoying, yet at $46 the visual payoff is strong.

If you want real-time environment tracking without breaking the bank, the GoveeLife R1 Lite Smart Thermometer is a solid pick at $39.99 and earned a respectable 7/10 in our testing. We found its wide measuring range from -40°F to 158°F and two-year battery life make it useful for garages, fridges, or hobby spaces, but setup can be tricky for less tech-savvy users and it only works on 2.4GHz Wi‑Fi, which caused connectivity hiccups in larger homes during our review. For dedicated monitoring it’s practical, just expect some initial fuss to get it online.

The Holy Stone HS210 Mini Drone is a beginner-friendly toy that impressed us in testing and earned an 8/10 for pure value and playability. We loved that it ships with three batteries for up to 21 minutes of combined flight, Toss to Launch and 3D flips for instant fun, plus propeller guards and an emergency stop for safer learning. During our review its 50‑meter range and lightweight build made it wind‑sensitive outdoors, and the small battery connector is fiddly, so keep it for calm-day yard flights.

The HOTO Electric Precision Screwdriver Set feels well made and comfortable in hand, which we liked during our testing, but it landed at a middling 5.5/10 because torque and battery life hold it back. It charges via USB‑C and claims up to 500 screws per charge, yet our experience shows it struggles with tightly fastened screws and needs frequent recharges under heavier use. For light electronics and quick jobs it’s handy, but don’t expect it to replace a manual driver for stubborn hardware.