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Best Christmas gifts for mums 2025: present ideas she'll love
Lars is a bloodhound when it comes to sniffing out bargains, including on major sales events such as Black Friday and Amazon Prime Day. He is also handy at unravelling tech jargon and anything related to gaming.
While spending time with her is probably the most important gift, we've spoken to our experts – many of whom are mothers – to round up the best Christmas gifts for mums in case you're after something extra.
Our picks include a gardening bundle, some tasty tea, a spa getaway, budget-friendly tablet and more. We've combined our rigorous testing with first-hand recommendations from our experts – so take a look at our picks below.
Does your mum love gardening? Why not check out our guide on the best Christmas gifts for gardeners for more inspiration?
Best Christmas gifts for mums under £25
Tony's Chocolonely bars
I regularly get given Tony's Chocolonely for and really look forward to it. The chocolate's gorgeous plus I love the thickness of it. I have a small(ish) piece with my coffee, every day, and it makes me smile as I think of the kids when I have it. Lads, if you're reading, a fry-up wouldn't go amiss, either.
We like: Lots of flavours
Watch out for: Uneven bars can be a bit tricky to break apart
From Ben & Jerry's dark milk brownie to caramel sea salt, Tony's Chocolonely has a mouth-watering array of flavours and bundles of 180g bars.
There are also options for you to customise the packaging so that mum can read your message every time she snacks on something sweet. It's a tasty stocking filler.
You can buy bars direct from Tony's Chocolonely or compare prices on a regular bar of milk chocolate below:
Personalised handwritten keyring
This cute gift is a thoughtful way to remember your kids' handwriting when they were little as life moves so fast we quickly forget. Bonus points if it’s something heartfelt like ‘love you, mummy'.
We like: Engraved in your handwriting
Watch out for: Engraving both sides costs extra
If you're looking to give a Christmas gift that's a bit more personal without breaking the bank or resorting to DIY skills, this is a great option that you can customise however you see fit.
How does it work? You'll send a picture of a handwritten note to the seller and they'll engrave it on a small stainless steel keychain. Prices start from £12 for a single-sided engraving.
You can pick up one from sellers on sites like Etsy. Our experts liked this one.
Bird and Blend tea or a Grind coffee subscription
Bird and Blend make top-notch tea and they have an enormous range of different types and flavours, some of which are award-winning. You can build your own gift box filled with teas your mum might love. The Chocolate Digestives Tea and Strawberry Lemonade are my favourites, and the flavoured matcha is divine.
We like: Unusual flavours of tea
Watch out for: Monthly costs
Start her day off right by elevating her morning cuppa with some new brews.
We loved the teas from Bird and Blend; they offer a wide variety of blends and flavours with wildcards like cherry cola bottles, carrot cake, apple strudel, or chocolate digestives. There are more traditional blends available, too. Building a box of five flavours will cost you £17.50.
If she's a coffee drinker, our experts recommended getting a subscription to Grind coffee. There are a variety of blends and roasts, with options for whole bean, ground or Nespresso pods. Plans start from £8 for a small bag of coffee, or you can get one of Grind's bundles. It could be a great gift to pair with a Best Buy espresso or pod coffee machine, too.
You can build a box of teas from Bird and Blend, or subscribe to a coffee subscription from Grind.
Tickets to a women's footie match
I got given tickets to see the Lionesses at Wembley – and they beat Spain, the current World Champions! I had a fantastic time. If you can't travel to Wembley, Women's Super League club tickets are cheap – Arsenal is about £15 for really good seats.
We like: Inexpensive tickets
Watch out for: Only located near larger cities
If she's a sports buff and you live near a city such as Liverpool, Manchester, Leicester, Brighton or London, a great Christmas gift could be a day out to see a football match played by one of the women's league teams.
Tickets are fairly affordable for the Women's Super League, with adults costing from around £15 and kids from £5 - meaning the whole family can make a day of it.
You can find match dates and tickets from the Women's League FA site.
Not sure what to get someone who loves to run? Our guide to the best Christmas gifts for runners is full of suggestions from our experts.
The Ordinary Granactive Retinoid 5% in Squalane
I'm naturally sceptical about anti-ageing brand claims but The Ordinary Granactive Retinoid 5% emulsion really works for me. Strong retinoids can irritate skin but the type of retinoid in this is scientifically proven to be gentle, even at a 5% concentration. It's a luxe gift without the luxe price tag, plus it lasts for ages
We like: Inexpensive product compared to alternatives
Watch out for: Everyone has different needs for their skin
Gifting an effective retinol formulation can be a great way to introduce your mum to something that she didn't know she needed.
This skincare product from The Ordinary has moisturising and anti-inflammatory ingredients, squalane, and is a lot cheaper than some high-end brands containing similar active ingredients.
The Ordinary produces a range of different retinol strengths. If she's a newbie to Retinol you may want to consider one of the lighter options below:
- The Ordinary Retinol Serum 0.2% in Squalane 30ml, SQUIRREL_TEXT_50018858
- The Ordinary Retinol 0.5% in Squalane 30ml, SQUIRREL_TEXT_50018857
- The Ordinary Granactive Retinoid 2% Emulsion 30ml, SQUIRREL_TEXT_50018859
Moleskine Classic Diary
Moleskine diaries are instantly recognisable with their leather covers and year stamped on the front. There are plenty of colours and designs, and if you're feeling particularly generous you can personalise the diary for some extra flair.
We like: Lots of designs and sizes to choose from
Watch out for: Some styles may cost more
If she's an avid journaler, or just likes having something physical to plan her busy schedule, a Moleskine diary is a great gift for mums. You can get weekly planners, travel journals, or just simple notebooks with lined or blank pages.
You can also choose to personalise it with text, a monogram or some pins – there are lots of options to choose from, but some cost more than others.
You can pick up a variety of Moleskine diaries and journals from Amazon. Prices start from around £16.
More Christmas gifts for mothers under £20
- A bottle of fizz: You can't go wrong here – especially when there are great-tasting bottles available for less than £15. Read our taste tests on the best champagnes or best sparkling wines to help you pick a bottle for mum.
- Grow-your-own flowers or plants: We've tested a wide range of flower varieties to find the best roses, ferns, lilies, daffodils, and much more. It makes a fantastic gift and will last a long time if mum follows our expert gardening advice.
Best Christmas gifts for mum under £50
Contigo West Loop Autoseal Travel Mug
We like: Dedicated lock button
We don't like: Needs to be constantly held down to drink
This 470ml travel mug makes a great gift for mums on the go, whether that's carting the kids around, running early morning errands, travelling into work or going on a long drive. Contigo claims this mug will keep hot drinks warm for five hours, and cold drinks cool for 12.
Although we thought the locking mechanism was a handy feature for slinging this mug in a bag, she'll have to hold down a trigger button when she wants to take a sip.
How leakproof is it? You'll need to read our Contigo West Loop Autoseal review to find out.
Compare prices below – there are plenty of different colours available:
Papier The Mini hardback photo book
We like: Lots of options
Watch out for: Takes time to create
If you're looking for a more traditional gift to give her, a printed photo album of cherished memories together is a great way to remind her of her loving family.
This hardcover book from Papier can have up to 40 pages, and you can choose from a variety of sizes and colours. You'll need to upload your chosen photos and arrange them yourself, which can take some time, but we think think it's definitely worth it.
How does it compare to other services? Find out in our guide to the best photo album books.
You can get a small hardcover book from £26 at Papier.
DeLonghi Piccolo XS EDG210.R
We've tested a wide range of coffee machines in our lab to suit various budgets. This sub-£100 model is ideal if you're looking to gift a pod machine at the more affordable end of the scale. It’s always worth checking our expert coffee machine reviews before you spend your money. We have more than 20 Best Buy models on our site at the time of writing – all capable of making delicious espressos and cappuccinos – but the duds can be frustrating to set up and use.
We like: A small machine that makes hot and cold drinks
We don't like: Coffee pods are more expensive than beans
While it doesn't have a milk frother, this compact coffee machine can get her morning cuppa out without hassle – although if she prefers a milky cappuccino she'll need to use a milk pod in addition to the coffee one.
It uses Dolce Gusto pods to make a variety of drinks, so we'd recommend picking up a couple of packs to bundle together with this gift. It's a great addition for under the tree.
Read our DeLonghi Piccolo XS EDG210.R review to see how this model did in our lab testing, or compare prices below:
Think she'd prefer something else? Read our guide on the best coffee machines for a great festive gift.
Apple AirTag
I recently gifted my mum an AirTag because she's always misplacing her car keys. She's not especially tech-savvy (she won't mind me saying that), but she finds it really easy to use and loves how quickly she can track down her keys with her phone.
We like: Can share details with up to five other people
Watch out for: Relies on nearby Apple devices via the Find My network when out of Bluetooth range
In all the hustle and bustle at home, it's common to misplace things like keys or a bag. If she's losing time searching for things, an Apple AirTag could be a fantastic stocking filler for her.
It has a built-in speaker that plays a sound when she's near the lost item, and she can easily tuck it into the pocket of a handbag or tote. This tracker uses a community-driven system to locate other AirTags, so she'll have every single iPad, iPhone, or Mac connected to the Find My network working on her side to locate whatever she's misplaced.
Is it the best? Find out in our guide to the best Bluetooth trackers.
Best Christmas gifts for mum under £100
Comfier Shiatsu Heated Foot Massager
We like: Lots of adjustable settings
We don't like: Use for only 15 minutes at a time
Is your mum on her feet all day, working or chasing around after the kids? Give her a well-deserved rest and on-demand foot rubs with this heated foot massager.
This model has a lot of massage settings, has machine-washable foot sleeves, and she can tailor the settings to her liking.
If you think she'd prefer a soak instead, why not read our reviews of the best foot spas?
You can read our full review in our guide on the best foot massagers, or compare prices below:
Build-your-own gardening bundle
We like: Can include seeds, tools and more
Watch out for: Don't forget a Which? Gardening subscription
If mum's got green fingers, getting her some new gardening kit is a great way to jumpstart her spring planting in style.
You can include things like a new pair of gardening gloves, some secateurs, a kneeling pad, a watering can or hose, and – of course – some seeds.
Call us biased, but we think a Which? Gardening subscription also makes a great addition to any gardening bundle. You can sign up using our online tool.
You can compare prices on some of our expert's gardening picks below:
Does she love a visit from some flying feathered friends? You could also check out our guides on the best squirrel-proof bird feeders or best bird seed for another great gift.
A spa break for one
Many mums of younger kids can feel touched out and sick of being ‘on’ all the time, they want to sit in silence, stare at a wall and not have to think about what to make for dinner, again. A spa day is a great gift, and for it to really work, do the mental load for her too; clear the calendar, sort the childcare, and book it in.
We like: Well-deserved R&R
Watch out for: Read the small print before booking
We hardly need to say it; mums do a lot of hard work.
Think of this like gifting a day off – isn't that what we all want sometimes? You can find deals and discounts available on all sorts of relaxing spa days, overnight stays and treatments across the country.
There are some good bargains out there, but be sure to check the T&Cs for any caveats such as only being available on weekdays or specific dates and locations.
You can get massage and experience vouchers from sites like Buyagift, Treatwell, or Virgin Experience Days.
Dreamland Herringbone Pattern Heated Throw
This thing is a desert island possession for me as a mum with circulation problems – in fact I bought a second so one can just permanently live on my bed!
We like: Long cable, stylish
We don't like: Not the cheapest to run
If your mum's getting cold during this festive season, a heated throw is a gift that will keep her warm and cosy.
This one has six heat settings and a nearly four-metre long cable, which won't keep her tethered too close to a power socket. Dreamland claims it can heat up in just five minutes, although you'll need to read our review to find out whether this was the case.
Read our verdict in our guide on the best electric blankets and heated throws. Compare prices on each colour below:
Thinking of sticking with a traditional bouquet? Here's how you can best preserve flowers at home.
Best Christmas gifts for mum over £100
JBL Live 770NC headphones
We like: Comfortable to wear
We don't like: Not the best build quality
Noise-cancelling headphones can be a blessing in a busy household, especially if mum is after a bit of peace and quiet. These over-ear wireless headphones from JBL are packed with features you'd typically find in more expensive models: there's a wired mode, spatial audio and customisable noise cancelling.
JBL claims they have a battery life of up to 65 hours, and we put this to the test in our labs. You'll need to read our full review to see how long they lasted, but it won't be the end of the world if mum forgets to charge them after a day of use.
Read our full JBL Live 770NC review. Compare prices below:
Lenovo Tab M11 and some ebooks
We don't like: Muffled speech from speakers
If mum's a voracious reader but doesn't want to be weighed down by heavy tomes, this is a great gift under the tree. You could go for a Kindle, but they can be a bit limited in what they can do. Our experts instead suggested picking up this budget-friendly tablet so she can also watch shows, browse the web or play some games in between chapters.
It's not the smallest model we've tested but, weighing 471g, this 11-inch tablet should be around the same weight as a hardcover novel.
Read our full Lenovo Tab M11 review to find out how well it handles day-to-day tasks. Compare prices below:
Think she'd prefer an iPad? Check this month's bargains in our guide to the best iPad and tablet deals.
Shark FlexStyle 5-in-1 Air Styler & Hair Dryer
What is it? A hair dryer and styling wand.
If her hair-styling tools are on their last legs, this would make a lovely gift. You can dry and style with one tool and it comes with a sleek storage case to keep all the attachments together.
We like: Cheaper than a Dyson AirWrap, has lots of attachments
Watch out for: Still not the cheapest option
This hair styling tool will help keep mum's hair from falling flat, and she'll be able to utilise a variety of styling attachments to help her do her hair perfectly.
It doubles as a hair dryer too, meaning there's one less tool for her to fiddle around with while she's getting ready. It comes with a paddle brush, oval brush, two curlers, a styling concentrator, a diffuser and it can all easily be tucked away in the included storage case.
Before picking this gift up, we'd recommend reading our expert review in our guide on the best hot brushes.
Compare prices below:
Ninja Woodfire Electric Outdoor pizza oven OO101UK
A pizza oven makes a seriously impressive addition to a summer party, allowing you to cook fresh, delicious pizzas in a matter of minutes. Look for ovens that are easy to use, heat up quickly and don't take too much effort to clean. We've covered all this in our testing on gas, electric, and wood-fired pizza ovens – and found Best Buys in all categories.
We like: Cooks more than just pizza
We don’t like: Heavy, weighs 18kg
If she's wanting to mix up weeknight dinners, or just wants to experiment with a new kitchen gadget, this is a compact pizza oven that is versatile enough to cook full meals or fire speedy pizza.
It's got several functions and she can even add smoky flavour to food with Ninja's 'woodfire' features and using wood pellets.
Read our best pizza ovens page to find out whether the smoky flavours came through.
Kenwood stand mixer
We like: Perfect for keen bakers
We don’t like: Not the easiest to store
It's not cheap, but a stand mixer is the holy grail of small kitchen appliances. If mum is wanting to step up her baking game, this is a fantastic Christmas gift to tuck under the tree.
It has several handy attachments that easily slot on, plus an integrated weighing scale built into the bowl. When we surveyed Which? members about their kitchen appliances, several respondents said their Kenwood had lasted decades – one was still in use after 40 years.
Read our Kenwood Titanium Chef Baker review, check out our other best stand mixers, or compare prices below:
Looking for more gifts? Take a look at our other guides:
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- Best Christmas gifts for kids
- Best Christmas gifts for dogs
- Best Christmas gifts for women
- Best Christmas gifts for foodies
- Best tech Christmas gifts
- Best Christmas gifts for gardeners
- Best Christmas gifts for one-year-olds
- Best Christmas gifts for two-year-olds
- Best Christmas gifts for three-year-olds
- Best Christmas gifts for golfers
- Best Christmas gifts for dads
- Best Christmas gifts for men
- Best subscription Christmas gifts
- Best Christmas gifts for runners