No matter if you need to give a gift for a birthday, a graduation, an anniversary, or any other holiday, you don't need to spend.a fortune on a great gift. With the huge range of tech gadgets and accessories on the market -- ranging from smart home devices to gadgets that make working from home slightly easier—you can find something at an affordable price for any occasion. 

 Below, we've compiled our best picks to make the hunt for gifts easier. 

Ninja AF101 Air Fryer, 4 Qt
Ninja

Features: 4-quart capacity | 1500 wattage | 105-400 degree Fahrenheit temperature range 

Our pick for best cheap tech gift under $100 is the Ninja Air Fryer for $89.99. Air fryers are popular right now—and for good reason: they allow you to make crispy chicken wings, reheat leftover pizza perfectly, roast veggies quickly, and more, all without unhealthy oils. This Ninja Air Fryer can air fry, roast, reheat, and dehydrate up to 4 quarts of food. And, it's also dishwasher safe for easy clean up. 

Pros: 

  • Four preset cooking options 
  • Dishwasher safe 

Cons: 

  • Less features than an Instant Pot
Amazon Echo Show 8 (2nd Gen)
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Features: 8-inch touchscreen | 13 MP camera with built-in shutter and auto-framing | 1280 x 800 resolution

The Amazon Echo Show 8 is the perfect all-in-one gift—it serves as a smart home assistant, a way to make video calls, and as a digital frame to show off your favorite photos.

You can get calendar reminders, traffic updates, and set timers, or even enjoy your favorite playlist via Spotify. There is also access to streaming services like Prime Video and Netflix. The Amazon Echo Show can even control other smart devices in your home.

Pros:

  • Smart display that can act as an assistant or can display favorite photos
  • Auto-framing camera to always keep you in

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