These are some of the best tech gifts for the holidays this year

If you're stumped for gift ideas this year, our list of the best tech gifts of the season makes it easier to shop for almost anyone.

You can find tech gifts that balance fun and function at almost any budget. For the homebody, some of our favourite picks include a robot vacuum and a chic Bluetooth speaker that comes in various colours. If you're shopping for someone looking to step up their fitness goals, there are several tech gifts to choose from, such as a smart water bottle and a pair of earbuds that stay put even during the most intense workouts.

So if you're in need of a bit of inspiration for thoughtful tech gifts, this guide has you covered.

Roborock Q7 L5+ Robot Vacuum and Mop with Auto-Empty Dock*

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Whether you have carpets or hard floors, the Roborock Q7 L5 + pulls up dirt, crumbs, and even pet hair with ease. With its advanced LiDAR mapping and intelligent route planning, it scans your home in real-time, charting the most efficient cleaning paths so it doesn't miss a spot. You can even block off areas by creating virtual walls, schedule runs by room, or choose deep scrub zone areas. And it truly is convenient — its large-capacity dust bag holds up to seven weeks of debris.

Get it from Amazon for $229.99 (originally $429.99).

Beats Powerbeats Fit Wireless Noise-Cancelling Workout Earbuds

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If you're really stumped for ideas, the Powerbeats Earbuds are sure to impress. These tiny earbuds pack several features, such as the option to switch between noise-cancelling and transparency mode. With secure-fit wingtips that tuck in your ear, it's also the perfect workout buddy. It's also sweat and water-resistant and can handle workouts in the rain, heat, or snow. It has an impressive 30 hours of battery life with the charging case and seven hours per bud on one charge.

Get it from Amazon for $219.99 (originally $249.95).

Fujifilm Instax Mini 12 Instant Camera

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You could simply take a photo with your phone, or you could be a little extra by taking pictures using the Fujifilm Instax Mini 12 Instant Camera. The Mini 12 comes with a selfie mirror, and it prints high-quality credit card-sized film prints — the perfect memento of an unforgettable holiday party. It comes in a range of colours from pastel blue, mint green, blossom pink, lilac purple, and clay white.

Get it from Amazon for $89.99 (originally $99.99).

Ninja Crispi 4-in-1 Portable Glass Air Fryer Cooking System

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Do you have that one person in your life who always loves trying out new recipes? The Ninja Crispi is the perfect gift with its compact design and four-in-one function, like Max Crisp, Bake, Air Fry, and Recrisp. The six-cup container allows you to cook a personal-sized meal in just seven minutes or even a four-pound chicken with veggies. Weekday dinners? Sorted.

Get it from Best Buy for $159.99.

IKEA Nattbad Bluetooth Speaker

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You can never go wrong with a Bluetooth speaker, especially one as stylish as the Nattbad speaker from IKEA. The speaker comes with a Spotify Tap function that makes it easy to play your favourite music or pick tunes based on your preferences. The design, which comes in black, pink, and yellow, is perfect for that one friend with the most stylish apartment.

Get it from IKEA for $47.99 (originally $59.99).

Nespresso Vertuo Next Premium Coffee & Espresso Machine

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For the person in your life for whom coffee is a hobby, the Nespresso Vertuo Next Coffee & Espresso Machine by De'Longhi is sure to be a hit. Get barista-quality drinks from the comfort of your home at the push of a button. The machine comes with a milk frother and lets you choose five coffee sizes.

Get it from Best Buy for $159.50.

Fazoxo Bird Feeder with Camera

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Fazoxo's bird feeder with a camera is a delightful gift for the nature-lover in your life. This waterproof outdoor feeder comes with a camera that lets you watch birds eating and playing in your yard from a mobile app. It also comes with a built-in mic and speaker so you can listen to their chirps and calls.

Get it from Amazon for $87.99 (originally $99.99).

WaterH Boost Smart Water Bottle

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The WaterH Boost Smart Water Bottle is the perfect gift for anyone aiming to level up their health and fitness goals in the new year. It features a built-in reminder system, a tracker, a glowing halo around the lid, a small LED display, and phone or smartwatch notifications that tell you when it's time to take a sip.

Get the 24-ounce bottle from Amazon for $63.74 (originally $74.99).