Impulse purchases under $25 that make surprisingly good gifts

Impulsive buying gets a bad reputation – and it’s no secret why. We’ve all bought something in the moment, only to experience buyer’s remorse once we get home. But with gift Giving, sometimes the best purchases are items you acquired on a whim. Impulse buying can lead to unexpectedly unique finds that surprise and delight — and leave the recipient wondering how they ever lived without this wonderful, must-have item.

We’ve rounded up our CNET staffers’ favorite impulse buys that ended up being surprisingly useful, and they all make great gifts. All of these items cost less than $25, so they’re easy on your wallet, and many of them are on sale for Memorial Day. Who knows? You’ll probably only have to pick up an item or two to enjoy yourself.