With less than three weeks to go until Christmas Day, the gift shopping countdown is on. While you might think finding items at the last minute means sacrificing opportunities to save, that doesn't have to be the case. The key is to know which items are on sale as part of pre-Christmas deals, and luckily, we've taken care of that part on your behalf.
Below you'll find a selection of the best gifts to buy during pre-Christmas sales. Just keep shipping timelines in mind, as that gets more tricky when you're down to the wire.
1. Woot!
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From Samsung TVs and Bluetooth earbuds to muscle massage guns and sunglasses, Woot has something for everyone on your list. And almost everything is currently available at a discounted price. Amazon Prime members also get free shipping, so if you're trying to avoid that extra cost, now might be the time to sign up.
Check out Woot's sale offerings here.
2. MasterClass
It's hard to beat the gift of an experience they can enjoy all year. With a MasterClass membership, they can try their hand at anything that piques their interest and learn from a high-profile expert in that field – think basketball with Steph Curry, songwriting with Alicia Keys, cooking with Gordon Ramsay and beyond. Another great thing about this gift is that it's all digital, too, so you can avoid the stress of shipping and supply shortages. For a limited time, you can give one membership and get one for yourself free – terms apply.
$180 (two for one) at MasterClass
3. Lookfantastic
If you're looking for stocking stuffer gifts, skincare and makeup products are a failproof choice. While you won't necessarily find serums and scents from top brands on sale before Christmas, gift box sets (which rise in popularity at this time of year) allow you to purchase multiple items together for less than their individual price. You can gift the entire set or split it up and give each product to a different person on your list. Add on a promotion, like Lookfantastic's 20% off during its Black Friday Replay Sale when you use code REPLAY at the cart! Plus, receive a complimentary Decorté Liposome Serum (worth $38) when you spend $90+ on your purchase.
Prices vary (up to 20% off) at Lookfantastic
4. Shutterfly personalized photo puzzle
The holiday season is one of the most popular times for personalized gifts, so naturally, retailers like Shutterfly are continuing to host a ton of great deals on products like holiday cards, photo blankets, custom mugs and more. We particularly love the idea of gifting a personalized photo puzzle – currently available for up to 40% off – since this will double as an activity to tackle as a family over the holidays too.
From $19.99 (up to 50% off) at Shutterfly
5. Eddie Bauer slippers
Warm and cozy slippers always make for a great gift. They're also particularly popular during the winter, which is why many retailers are hosting sales on their top styles at this time to clear out seasonal inventory. Eddie Bauer currently has slipper styles for men, women and kids available for up to 50% off. We particularly like the women's firelight shearling moc, which features a super soft Australian sheepskin lining and a durable rubber sole that allows you to wear them outdoors too.
$55 (50% off) at Eddie Bauer
6. Le Creuset cookware
Cookware is another item that tends to be purchased more during the holiday season, as people prepare larger meals at home for their loved ones. Not every piece of Le Creuset cookware is on sale before Christmas, but several items are –– ranging from cast iron pans to casserole dishes at discounts of up to 40% off. With deals available on Amazon, Sur la Table, Le Creuset's website and William's Sonoma, too, you're guaranteed to find something suitable for your giftee – and maybe yourself.
$129.95 (40% off) at Williams Sonoma
7. Roomba iRobot
Give the gift of hands-free cleaning to your loved one this Christmas – and go easy on your wallet. We saw a ton of steep discounts on iRobot Roomba vacuums during Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales, but there are still a handful of great deals out there. Our favorite option right now is the iRobot Roomba 694 model available at Amazon for a reasonable gifting price of $179 –– 34% off its original.
$179 (34% off) at Amazon
8. Headphones
Whether you're looking to gift Apple AirPods, Powerbeats Pro earphones or Bose Noise-Cancelling headphones, you'll find them at Target. You can currently save up to 50% off on headphones, and you don't have to worry about the deal expiring. Thanks to Target's Holiday price match guarantee, the retailer will match your price if it goes lower before Dec. 24.
From $49.99 (50% off) at Target
9. Mega Bloks
From basic first builders Bloks to Thomas & Friends-themed sets, there is a wide selection of Mega Bloks toys perfect for gifting – and on sale – at Walmart right now. We don't know exactly when the sale will end or if discounts will change between now and Dec. 25; some items are available for up to 50% off others are around 10%, so you won't want to wait too long to add these to cart.
From $8.16 (up to 50% off) at Walmart
10. KidKraft toy kitchen
If you've been on the hunt for a good deal on a KidKraft play kitchen, today's your lucky day. From the vintage style to the farm-to-table design, KidKraft's realistic yet pint-sized kitchens are currently on sale at Walmart. Many are on sale for up to 50% off, but a few are discounted to more than 60% off as well.
From $59 (up to 63% off) at Walmart
11. 23andMe
Give someone special on your list the gift of their ancestry information or DNA traits with 23andMe. Since these have become popular presents in recent years, they often go on sale in the weeks leading up to Christmas Day – now. There are a couple different options currently on sale on Amazon, marked down from 20% off to 39% off.
$139 (up to 39% off) at Amazon
12. Winc
Help them save time by removing "shop for wine for the holidays" from their to-do list, and help yourself save money by purchasing a wine bundle that's tied to a holiday special. You'll find many deals on wines and wine subscriptions at this time of year. Winc's is great for those watching their budget, with four bottles of wine available for $29.95 and free shipping.
$29.95 at Winc
