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Secret Santa Gifts for Coworkers That Are Actually Useful
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A good coworker gift is small, safe for the office and used within a week. Here are eight that cleared our bar.
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Decodyne funny coffee mug
Budget: Under $10.
A cheeky mug that gets used every morning. Check the printed text is office-safe before buying.
The Screaming Goat desk toy
Budget: $10 to $25.
A squeeze toy that screams. Loud, so best for open desks and good-humoured offices.
Heated eye mask, variety 5-pack
Budget: Under $10.
A warm eye mask for screen breaks.
Crochet coffee cup appreciation gift
Budget: $10 to $25.
A handmade-style keepsake for a thank-you gift.
NPW Desktop Therapist sound machine
Budget: Around $25.
A novelty desk gadget that talks back.
The office-safe rule
Skip anything with adult jokes or personal references.
“But Did You Document It” office sign
Budget: Under $10. Office humor. Coworkers who share the joke.
A wooden office sign poking fun at the habit of documenting everything. Best for teams that live in email threads. Skip it if your office has a very serious culture.
Office software mouse pad
Budget: Under $10. Office humor. Office-safe.
A mouse pad aimed at Excel, Word and PowerPoint users. Best for spreadsheet people. Skip it if the recipient works away from a computer.
Sunnytech steel balance plane
Budget: $10 to $25. Playful oddity. Office-safe.
A balancing desk toy that doubles as small kinetic art. Best for desks and shelves. Skip it if you want something loud or interactive.
FAQ
Which of these are safe for a work swap?
Each new pick carries a label such as office-safe or coworkers who share the joke, so you can match your team.
Where can I find more ideas?
See our white elephant gifts under $25, gag gifts that are actually useful and weird stocking stuffers for adults.