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Quick answer: Our top picks are Starbucks VIA Instant Coffee, a 7 Pack Mini Hand Cream Set and the Nulaxy Aluminum Folding Phone Stand. Scroll down for all 10 picks, every one under $10.
Buying for a whole team gets expensive fast. These employee gifts keep each one at $10 or less, and several are multipacks you can split, so one order covers more people. Shopping for peers instead of your team? See our gifts for coworkers under $10.
Our picks
Starbucks VIA Instant Coffee, Italian Roast (8 Count)
Real Starbucks coffee in a packet. Easy to leave on every desk the morning of the holiday party.
View on Amazon →7 Pack Mini Hand Cream Set
Seven travel size hand creams in one box. Give one to each person for dry winter hands.
View on Amazon →Nulaxy Aluminum Folding Phone Stand
A solid metal stand that looks good on any desk and gets used every day.
View on Amazon →Mr. Pen Sticky Notes (12 Pads)
Soft colored sticky notes. Bundle two pads with a pen for an easy team gift.
View on Amazon →Small Scented Soy Candles (2 Pack)
Two small soy candles in gift ready tins. A warm thank you for the end of the year.
View on Amazon →Insulated Stainless Steel Travel Mug
Keeps coffee hot on the drive in. Great for teams that work on site or on the road.
View on Amazon →Supla Mini Artificial Succulents (11 Pieces)
Eleven faux succulents in one pack. Pair each with a small pot for a no care desk plant.
View on Amazon →Funny Desk Signs with 30 Flip Over Messages
A flip sign with 30 office messages. An easy laugh for the team gift exchange.
View on Amazon →Cord Organizer Cable Clips (2 Pack)
Tidy up charger cables at every workstation. Small, useful and under $7.
View on Amazon →TANMIT Gel Pens Set (36 Colors)
Thirty six bright gel pens. Split into small sets so everyone gets a few favorites.
View on Amazon →Employee gifts by budget
- Under $5 each: split a 7 pack of hand creams, sticky note pads or faux succulents.
- Under $8: Starbucks VIA coffee, a 2 pack of soy candles or cable clips.
- Under $10: a phone stand, travel mug, desk sign or gel pen set.
Tips for buying employee gifts on a budget
- Buy multipacks and split them across the team.
- Add a handwritten note. A specific thank you matters more than the price.
- Order by early December so Prime shipping lands before the holiday party.
- Keep it equal. Give everyone the same gift or the same budget.
For the rest of your list, see Christmas gifts under $10 and stocking stuffers under $5.
Frequently asked questions
How much should a manager spend on employee gifts?
Most managers spend $10 to $25 per person. A thoughtful gift under $10 plus a personal note is plenty for a team gift.
What is a good cheap gift for a whole team?
Multipacks you can split, like a 7 pack of hand creams or an 11 piece succulent set, give everyone a gift for one low price.
Are gift cards better than small gifts for employees?
Small gift cards work, but a physical gift on the desk feels more personal and is more likely to be remembered.
When should I order employee gifts?
Order by the first week of December to leave time for shipping and wrapping before holiday parties.
Prices and availability change often on Amazon, so check the current price on the product page before you buy. Want more ideas? Browse all gifts under $10 or grab our free printable holiday gift checklist.
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