Black Friday gaming and tech gifts

Why we picked it: The controller Switch 2 owners upgrade to first, with back buttons for action games.

What reviewers love: Comfortable grip for long sessions, smooth sticks, strong battery life and a premium, solid feel.

Common complaint: Some reviewers question the value at its price.

Who it suits: Someone on your list who plays Switch 2 on the TV and wants a proper controller.

Vetted Oct 27, 2026 against customer reviews.

Why we picked it: A standalone VR headset with no PC or console needed.

What reviewers love: Easy to use, very entertaining and kids love it.

Common complaint: Some report blurry visuals.

Who it suits: Someone on your list who is curious about VR and wants it without a gaming PC.

Vetted Oct 27, 2026 against customer reviews.

Why we picked it: A glare-free e-reader that's light enough for hours and lasts weeks per charge.

What reviewers love: Excellent battery life, fast page turns, comfortable to hold and easy to carry everywhere.

Common complaint: No repeated complaint stood out in the review summary when we checked.

Who it suits: Someone on your list who reads every night and travels light.

Vetted Oct 27, 2026 against customer reviews.

Why we picked it: The big Switch 2 racer, and the easiest game to hand to a whole family on Christmas morning.

What reviewers love: Great-looking, runs smoothly on Switch 2, and multiplayer makes it a hit for family game nights.

Common complaint: Some reviewers feel it is expensive for a game.

Who it suits: Someone on your list who wants the big Switch 2 party game for family nights.

Vetted Oct 28, 2026 against customer reviews.

Why we picked it: Fifteen programmable keys that turn streaming, editing or work shortcuts into one tap.

What reviewers love: Easy setup, deeply customisable keys and a real boost to workflow, especially for streamers.

Common complaint: Some feel it costs a lot for what it does.

Who it suits: Someone on your list who streams, edits or juggles lots of apps at the desk.

Vetted Oct 27, 2026 against customer reviews.

Why we picked it: Noise cancelling and long battery life for a fraction of premium prices.

What reviewers love: Good sound and ANC for the money, very long battery life and easy multi-device pairing.

Common complaint: Some find the fit loose on their head.

Who it suits: Someone on your list who wants noise-cancelling headphones without a premium budget.

Vetted Oct 27, 2026 against customer reviews.

Why we picked it: A card-sized drive for backups, photos and game libraries, far faster than a USB stick.

What reviewers love: Reliable, fast transfers and tiny dimensions.

Common complaint: It can get warm under heavy load, and a few devices have compatibility quirks.

Who it suits: Someone on your list who needs fast, pocketable storage for game files or footage.

Vetted Oct 27, 2026 against customer reviews.

Why we picked it: A colour light bar for behind the TV or monitor; it's the go-to gamer room upgrade.

What reviewers love: Vibrant colours, adjustable brightness and easy setup in the Hue app.

Common complaint: Some think it's overpriced.

Who it suits: Someone on your list who wants the room lights to react to the TV or monitor.

Vetted Oct 27, 2026 against customer reviews.

Why we picked it: A rugged outdoor speaker with clear sound that reviewers say lasts.

What reviewers love: Clear sound, very portable, seamless Bluetooth and holds up over time.

Common complaint: Volume and battery life are mixed; some expected louder or longer.

Who it suits: Someone on your list who wants a rugged speaker with fuller sound.

Vetted Oct 27, 2026 against customer reviews.

Why we picked it: A small waterproof speaker with a built-in clip for bags, bikes and showers.

What reviewers love: Clear sound for the size, solid build and easy Bluetooth pairing.

Common complaint: Battery life gets mixed reviews.

Who it suits: Someone on your list who wants a speaker that clips onto a bag.

Vetted Oct 28, 2026 against customer reviews.

Why we picked it: A bright AMOLED running watch with accurate tracking and suggested workouts.

What reviewers love: Accurate tracking, bright readable display, multi-day battery and useful workout suggestions.

Common complaint: A few report phone connection issues.

Who it suits: Someone on your list who is training for a run or wants better sleep and fitness data.

Vetted Oct 27, 2026 against customer reviews.

Why we picked it: A life-size brick-built tribute to the classic handheld, with buttons that press like the real thing.

What reviewers love: Nostalgic design, a satisfying build and a great display piece.

Common complaint: No repeated complaint stood out in the review summary when we checked.

Who it suits: Someone on your list who grew up with a Game Boy and likes a display build.

Vetted Oct 27, 2026 against customer reviews.

Why we picked it: The newest Pokémon adventure, in the Switch 2 Edition, with a reworked real-time battle system.

What reviewers love: Engaging gameplay, a fresh battle system and a story that fans say brings new life to the series.

Common complaint: Mixed opinions on graphics and whether it is worth full price.

Who it suits: Someone on your list who grew up catching Pokémon and wants the newest adventure.

Vetted Oct 28, 2026 against customer reviews.

Why we picked it: A tiny tracker for keys, bags and luggage that uses the Find My network.

What reviewers love: Exceeds expectations and takes seconds to set up.

Common complaint: It is not live GPS, so locations are not real-time; iPhone required.

Who it suits: Someone on your list who uses an iPhone and is always losing keys or bags.

Vetted Oct 28, 2026 against customer reviews.