Costco’s electronics aisles brim with holiday treasures under $50, offering tech-savvy gifts that blend practicality, portability, and pure fun for gadget lovers without straining budgets. As membership perks unlock warehouse exclusives, these curated picks—from security cams to retro arcades—prioritize utility for daily life alongside delightful surprises that spark joy. Ideal for secret Santa swaps or stocking stuffers, each item punches above its price, delivering premium features like IP67 waterproofing, 20,000mAh batteries, or full Sega games, all available through December 25 for last-minute shoppers navigating crowded aisles.
Smart home upgrades start with Wyze’s 2K Bulb Cam bundle at $49.99 ($15 off), fusing a screw-in security camera with three smart bulbs for effortless front-door vigilance. No subscription needed for live views or motion alerts—optional $2.99/month tiers add facial recognition—its discreet bulb disguise deters thieves while simplifying installs in any socket. Pair with Anker Soundcore Select 4 Go speakers (2-pack, $39.99) for pocketable audio bliss: IP67 submersion-proof, 20-hour playtime, and stereo pairing turn beach bashes or kitchen jams into immersive soundstages, outshining phone speakers with punchy bass.
Power and Cleaning Essentials
UGREEN Nexode Power Bank ($39.99) ensures endless uptime with 20,000mAh capacity and 130W passthrough across two USB-C and one USB-A ports, juicing laptops alongside phones in a one-pound powerhouse perfect for commuters or campers. Complement with Fanttik X200 Mix Cordless Vacuum ($49.99), a dual-threat duster-vacuum banishing keyboard crumbs and PC dust bunnies via swappable nozzles—no more canned air runs, just rechargeable convenience for spotless setups that keep tech gleaming.
Retro Gaming Nostalgia
Cap gifts with My Arcade Sonic Joystick Player ($44.99, $15 below Amazon), a pint-sized arcade cabinet packing full Sega Genesis Sonic the Hedgehog and Sonic 2 on a 3.5-inch color screen. Joystick and buttons evoke 90s cabinets, with built-in speakers or headphone jack for private play—USB-C or AA batteries power endless loops, delighting retrogamers with official licensing and nostalgic speedruns.
These selections embody gifting gold: Wyze secures homes subscription-free, Anker amplifies adventures durably, UGREEN sustains connectivity massively, Fanttik maintains hygiene effortlessly, and Sonic revives childhood thrills authentically. Costco’s bulk-buy value shines—bundles maximize savings while minimizing waste—tailored for tech enthusiasts craving function without flash. Skip guesswork on owned devices; these universals fit desks, cars, or shelves universally. Warehouse hunts yield instant gratification, wrapping holidays in innovation that endures beyond December 25, proving thoughtful tech needn’t cost a fortune.
