Top 30 Gifts for Christmas
1Gozney Arc Lite | Compact Pizza & Outdoor Oven
A compact gas pizza oven that T3 and Tom's Guide praise for fast heat-up and restaurant-style pizza, a big-ticket Christmas gift for anyone who loves cooking ou
A$649Gozney Australia
3A portable pizza oven for backyard, camping or beach use, covered by Gourmet Traveller and reviewed by Man of Many.
A$899.00Gozney Australia
5Ooni Koda 2 Pro Gas Powered Pizza Oven
A premium gas pizza oven that two Australian gift guides name as a Christmas pick for him.
A$1,499.00Ooni Australia
7Australiaâs First Titanium Cutting Board â Pure, SGS Certified | Everti
An Australian-made titanium chopping board that suits keen home cooks and is a practical housewarming or Christmas pick.
A$76.00EverTi
9Ordo Hydro Sonic+ Water Flosser (Charcoal Grey)
A dentist-designed cordless water flosser that is a practical upgrade to a daily routine, rated 4.5 from 965 reviews at JB Hi-Fi.
A$99.00JB Hi-Fi
11A refillable candle set for someone who likes home fragrance and a well-styled table.
A$89Everlasting Candle Co.
13Audio Technica LP60XBT Bluetooth Turntable Black ATLP60XBTBK
Called a great starter turntable by TechRadar and rated 4.6 from 85 reviews at The Good Guys.
AU$289The Good Guys
15PowerPack Nano - Key Ring Power Bank
Picked by that's life! for Father's Day and marked a best seller by Snap Wireless.
A$43Snap Wireless
17Maison Balzac x Tanora | Raffia Wrapped Gobelet
Broadsheet suggests these borosilicate glasses in handwoven raffia sleeves as a stylish thank-you for a party host.
A$95Tanora
19Journey Duffle Canvas Bag | Mustard
Broadsheet recommends this relaxed cotton-canvas duffle for the casual traveller, with a wide sling strap for easy carrying.
A$131Saarde
21Broadsheet's gift-guide pick for scent lovers: a calming incense of spiced amber, patchouli and elemi.
A$55Gentle Habits
23Large Toy Basket - Green by Philé | the memo
A striped Philé toy basket that BHG Australia recommends for keeping a playroom tidy; a gift that suits the parents as much as the kids.
A$190.00the memo
25Swedish Home Play gym set - No Drill | Tinnitots Australia
A no-drill indoor climbing and monkey-bar set, a splurge pick that Mum Central included in its hot toys for Christmas 2026.
A$1,199.00Tinnitots
29RamblerÂź 26 oz (769 ml) Straw Bottle
Man of Many calls it the best value fitness gift; an insulated straw bottle that keeps water cold through a workout.
A$60.00YETI
2Sony WH-1000XM6 Premium Noise Cancelling Over-Ear Headphones (Black)
Sony's flagship noise-cancelling headphones, listed by Man of Many and rated 4.7/5 by Pickr.
A$578.00JB Hi-Fi
4Moroccan Muse Teapot Matte Silver | T2 Tea AU
A 1.2L porcelain teapot with a stainless-steel infuser and a sculptural matte-silver finish, picked out by both Gourmet Traveller and Broadsheet in their 2026 M
A$89.00T2
6Birkenstock Boston Suede Leather Shearling Mink Clogs
Picked by marie claire Australia for Mother's Day and featured by Who What Wear.
A$354.00bstore
8A locket she can put a personal photo in, at a mid price point.
A$85Francesca Jewellery
10Literati Journal Wisteria | A5 Faux Leather | Lined, Dotted & Blank | The Quirky Cup Collective
An A5 faux-leather journal in wisteria purple that suits a note-taker or list-maker.
A$100The Quirky Cup Collective
12Ninja Creami Ice Cream Maker Cloud Silver NC300
Recommended by the Australian Good Food Guide and rated 4.7 from 142 reviews at The Good Guys.
AU$228The Good Guys
14Samsonite Upscape Expandable Carry-On Suitcase 55cm in Rose Quartz | MYER
Recommended by marie claire Australia and rated 4.8 from 268 reviews at Myer.
AU$225Myer
20The Signature Series S Advanced Black - Premium Carry-On
Broadsheet's pick for the traveller: a cabin-sized polycarbonate case with German-engineered wheels and a lifetime guarantee.
A$395Aidan
22Forest Musical Table by Tenderleaf | the memo
Better Homes & Gardens Australia picks this wooden musical table for little rockstars who have outgrown banging pots and pans.
A$179the memo
24Toniebox 2 Sunset Red Starter Set Creative Tonie Rubie
A screen-free audio player that lets young kids play their own stories and songs.
A$199.00JB Hi-Fi
26
Pace Breaker Jogger *Regular | Joggers | Lululemon AU
Man of Many lists these lightweight joggers among its fitness gifts; comfortable enough for runs and for lounging afterwards.
A$149Lululemon
28DJI Osmo Pocket 4 Standard Combo
Man of Many includes the Osmo Pocket 4 in its tech gifts; a pocket gimbal camera for travellers who like to film their trips.
A$769.00JB Hi-Fi
30Marshall Emberton III Portable Bluetooth Speaker (Black & Brass)
Man of Many picks this compact, rugged Marshall speaker for its big sound; a stylish gift for music lovers who like to take it along.
A$289.00JB Hi-Fi
What Giftster does well
Giftster is built around the extended family. You invite people into a private group and everyone keeps a list. Its App Store listing says gifts can be marked as reserved or purchased, and the person whose list it is cannot see that status, so the surprise survives. There are apps for iPhone, iPad and Android as well as the website.
It also has a Secret Santa draw for groups of three or more, with exclusions, and it shows upcoming family birthdays. The App Store lists it as free with no in app purchases and rated 4.8 out of 5 from about 17,000 ratings. That is a solid record, and we will not pretend otherwise.
Where people look for something different
The most common reason is the shopping side. A wishlist is only useful if adding to it takes seconds. Giftster has a browser button called Add to Giftster for saving from any store while you shop. Some people want the same speed from a phone, straight from the Share sheet in whatever app they are browsing, and from a laptop in a single click.
The second reason is who you are sharing with. Giftster is group first, so people join your family group. If you would rather send one link to a friend, a partner or an aunt who will never install anything, a plain shared list is simpler.
How HintDrop differs
HintDrop is an all year gifting app for friends and family. You save an idea from any shop by tapping Share on your phone, using the free browser extension on Chrome, Edge, Firefox or Safari, or pasting a link. The name and picture come with it, so a book from one shop, a jumper from another and a candle from a third sit on one list.
You send the list as a link. The people buying tap Dibs, so nobody doubles up. It also does birthday reminders, group gifts where everyone chips in, and a free Secret Santa tool with exclusions where the organiser cannot see who drew whom. It is free on iPhone, Android and the web.
Where Giftster is the better choice
Be honest about what you need. Giftster supports child accounts that other family members can help manage, and it has a longer track record as a private family home. If one extended family wants one tidy private group with reserve marking and a draw, Giftster may suit you better than we would.
We are the better fit when the list spans many shops, when the people buying are friends as well as family, and when you want to add things in the moment from your phone without opening another app first.
How to switch, or use both
You do not have to move everything. Start a list for this Christmas, add five things you actually want, and send the link to the person who always asks what you would like. If they use it, it works. If they prefer your family's Giftster group, keep that.
Do not copy a whole list across in one go. Pick the things you still want, because lists get stale. Our guide to Christmas list ideas is a good way to refresh one while you are at it.
Which one should you pick?
Choose Giftster for a private family group with child accounts. Choose HintDrop for a list across many shops that anyone can open from a link, with claiming, birthdays and Secret Santa in the same app. For a wider comparison that includes Elfster and Amazon Wish List, read our best wishlist apps guide.
Frequently asked questions
Is Giftster free?
Its App Store listing shows it as free with no in app purchases, checked on 21 October 2026. Check the current listing before you rely on that.
Can I save gifts from any shop on Giftster?
Giftster has a browser button called Add to Giftster for saving items from any store, according to its App Store listing. We also save from any shop, using the phone Share sheet, a browser extension or a pasted link.
Can the person I am buying for see what has been reserved?
On Giftster the list owner cannot see the reserved or purchased status. With us, people tap Dibs and the surprise stays with the buyers.
Does Giftster have Secret Santa?
Yes, for groups of three or more with exclusions. We also have a free Secret Santa tool with exclusions.
Do I need to make an account for every relative?
Not to look at a shared list link on ours. Check each app's own page for what viewers need to do.
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