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22 gifts under $20 that make great Christmas presents for colleagues
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Looking for the perfect Christmas presents for colleagues can be a fun but sometimes challenging endeavour.
Whether you're picking out a thoughtful gift for your work BFF or searching for a safe bet for a casual co-worker or manager, finding the right balance between practical and personal is key.
And of course, there’s the budget to consider. With so many people to shop for over this period, you will need to ensure every dollar counts.
If you're unsure what Christmas present to buy for colleagues this festive season, we’ve curated a list of ideas under $20 that will suit a range of personalities—whether it’s the super-organised colleague or the one who’s always in need of a caffeine fix.
Whether you’re shopping for male or female colleagues, these gift ideas are affordable and perfect for sprucing up their workspaces or making their day a little brighter.
In fact, you may even be tempted to keep one or two gifts for yourself.
Best Christmas presents for colleagues you can buy right now
LOZ Eternal Flowers Sakura Building Set, $19.90
Original price: $34.90 (43 per cent off)
PHOTO: LAZADA
For the co-worker who’s dreaming of their next Japan trip
With UV-reactive, colour-changing parts, this Sakura building kit makes for a soothing desktop decoration that requires no watering.
PHOTO: SHOPEE
For the super organised person
It’s easy to stay on top of the weekly to-do list with this tear-off pad containing 52 sheets, one for each week in the year.
Original price: $17.23 (15 per cent off)
PHOTO: AMAZON
To make people laugh at work
Lighten the mood at work with a mini spinning wheel that offers funny responses like “Ask Me Next Week” and “I Demand Coffee” to everyday office questions.
Rock Mini Desktop Vacuum Cleaner, $15.90
Original price: $19.90 (20 per cent off)
PHOTO: LAZADA
For the one who loves a tidy desk
With 700Pa suction power, this adorable aircraft-shaped mini vacuum effectively removes dust and crumbs from the desk or keyboard.
Original price: $22.40 (27 per cent off)
PHOTO: LAZADA
For the person who’s too busy to reheat their coffee
Not only does this classy mug come with a warming pad, there’s also the option to customise it with a word of your choice.
PHOTO: LAZADA
For clean hands all the time
A luxe hand sanitiser in Aesop’s popular citrusy, herbaceous aroma is easy to carry around and clean hands without drying them out.
Nike Heritage Cross-Body Bag, $19.90
Original price: $35 (43 per cent off)
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A unisex bag to carry the daily essentials
Made from 65 per cent recycled polyester, your work buddy will love this lightweight adjustable bag that can hold their wallet, phone and keys.
Original price: $38.38 (50 per cent off)
PHOTOS: LAZADA
To ensure their phone never runs out of juice
Compatible with iPhone and Android devices, this compact power bank offers 15W fast charging and claims to power up an iPhone to 50 per cent in just 30 minutes.
Jisulife Ultra Slim USB Fan, $12.90
Original price: $22 (41 per cent off)
PHOTOS: LAZADA
For the one who’s always feeling hot
This powerful little fan works as a handheld or desktop fan, and can be charged via USB-C, offering three wind speeds and up to 13 hours of battery.
LEGO LED Lite Key Light, $12.16
Original price: $15.20 (20 per cent off)
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For the colleague who loves LEGO
With poseable arms and legs, this fun yet practical keychain includes bright LED lights in both feet, activated by pressing the chest plate.
Original price: $15.82 (18 per cent off)
PHOTOS: LAZADA
To cheer up the desk
Measuring just 7.5 by 10cm, this cute little mushroom lamp will cast a warm glow to any space.
Mofusand 2025 Calendar, $18.64
PHOTOS: AMAZON
For the colleague who loves cats
Cheer up your co-worker’s work space with this calendar featuring the popular Japanese character in adorable headpieces.
Original price: $52.00 (77 per cent off)
PHOTOS: LAZADA
For an instant massage
Sitting for hours puts pressure on the back and neck. This portable mini massage gun will quickly ease any soreness quickly.
PHOTOS: AMAZON
For the one who totes a lot of stuff
You can never keep too many foldable totes on hand to carry groceries and any shopping overflow.
PHOTOS: SEPHORA
For the frequent traveller
Designed to help de-stress and enjoy a restful night’s sleep, this set consists of a Stress Check Roll-On and Deep Sleep Pillow Spray in a calming eucalyptus and frankincense fragrance.
Hario One Cup Coffee Maker, $16.84
Original price: $29 (42 per cent off)
PHOTOS: AMAZON
For the perfect cup of coffee
The coffee connoisseur can enjoy their pour-over coffee in the office with this coffee maker.
Mahjong Ceramic Cup, $6.90
PHOTOS: SHOPEE
For the colleague who loves to play mahjong
With five designs to choose from, this can be used to hold hot drinks or double as a stationery holder.
Original price: $27.53 (30 per cent off)
PHOTO: IHERB
For an invigorating morning perk-me-up
Not everyone is lucky enough to have a bathtub, so these shower steamers can create a spa-like experience at home. Drop a tablet on the floor of the shower for 10 minutes of zen.
Original price: $17.22 (10 per cent off)
PHOTO: AMAZON
For the one who’s always hungry
Keep the munchies at bay with a healthy 8-pack of nut mixes in different delicious flavours.
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For the tea lover
With 10 flavours such as French Earl Grey, Green Rose and Tummy Tea to choose from, this mix of herbal, black and green tea bags will keep any tea lover happy.
Original price: $17 (6 per cent off)
PHOTO: STRAWBERRYNET
A perfume for the room
Freshen up any room with a crisp, refreshing scent in this gel-type fragrance that will last around 4-5 weeks.
Original price: $22.84 (21 per cent off)
PHOTOS: AMAZON
For the Studio Ghibli fan
This stunning collection captures key scenes and characters in 30 prints of hand-drawn final frames from this beloved animated classic.
All prices are correct at time of publication
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