13 last-minute gifts with no shipping — gift cards, subscriptions and more
Skip the stores with these gifts that don't require shipping
It's Christmas Eve and practically all Christmas shipping deadlines are now behind us. If you find yourself a few gifts short — there's some good news. There are plenty of last minute Christmas gifts you can get that don't require shipping.
From last-minute gift card deals to subscriptions to our favorite streaming services, these gifts let you skip costly expedited delivery fees and chaotic in-store pickup experiences. So if you're frantically shopping for a last-minute present, relax and browse through our list of gifts with no shipping.
Last-minute gifts with no shipping
Streaming
Disney Plus: from $7.99/month @ Disney
Despite the recent price hike, Disney Plus remains one of the best streaming services you'll find. In our Disney Plus review, we said its original content and large catalog of shows (which ranges from Marvel to Star Wars) make this a must for cord-cutters. You can opt for $7.99/month (with ads) or $10.99/month (ad-free).
Paramount Plus: on sale from $25/year @ Paramount
Mixing live news and sports with originals and recently-released movies (such as Top Gun Maverick), Paramount Plus is a strong option to cord-cutters. Even more so now that you get 50% off an annual plan. In our Paramount Plus review, we said it has a fairly impressive library, stacked with titles from the parent company's (CBS) many brands. Note: the deal is valid on annual plans only.
HBO Max: from $9.99/month @ HBO Max
HBO Max sits at the top of our list of the best streaming services. It offers access to current-run shows and originals like Black Adam and White Lotus, as well as completed seasons of Sopranos, Curb Your Enthusiasm, and Veep. It costs $14.99 per month (or $9.99 with ads, and no big Warner movies).
Food
Dessert of the Month Club: from $129 @ Harry & David
Treat someone special to a tasty dessert with the Harry & David Dessert of the Month Club. You can gift three months ($129), six months ($279), or a full year ($529). The recipient will then get a new dessert in the mail every month ranging from pies to chocolate-dipped fruits. You can check out the full menu online.
Hello Fresh: from $75 @ Hello Fresh
For any budding home chefs, Hello Fresh is one of the best meal kit delivery services we've reviewed. We loved the service's pre-portioned ingredients, delicious menus, and flexible subscriptions. Hello Fresh lets you purchase gift cards from $75 to $140. The $90 card is the most popular and it feeds 4 people with 2 meals a week.
Wine Club: from $100 @ Wine.com
Put a little joie de vivre in someone's life with Wine.com's wine club. Wine experts pick the wines that most match the recipient's preferences and they'll get six new bottles delivered each month. It's the perfect gift for anyone who appreciates a nice bottle of vino with their dinner. You can get them started with a Wine.com gift card, which they can use for the wine club or for any purchase on the website.
Gift cards
Amazon eGift card: from $25 @ Amazon
Some may call them impersonal, but we think gift cards are great. They let the recipient pick the gift they want while removing the hassle of buying the wrong gift. An Amazon gift card is as good as cash as it can be used on anything that Amazon sells (which is a lot).
Best Buy gift card: spend $50, get free $10 card @ Best Buy
While you can buy gift cards at almost any store, Best Buy is offering a variety of gift card deals. Currently, when you spend $50 or more on select cards, you'll get a $10 Best Buy e-gift card for yourself. Eligible cards include Under Armour, Gap, Macy's, and more.
Adidas: $50 gift card for $40 @ Adidas
Through December 31, Adidas is offering $50 Adidas gift cards for just $40. Or buy a $100 gift card for $75. Pair it with the end-of-year 60% off sale to stretch your dollar the most.
Apple: $25 gift card w/ free Apple Music, Apple News, Apple TV Plus @ Best Buy
Various retailers offer Apple gift cards, but we're fans of Best Buy's offer because the retailer is bundling some epic freebies with their Apple cards. For instance, this $25 card includes three free months of Apple Music, three free months of Apple News Plus, and three free months of Apple TV Plus. (For new subscribers only). The freebies are available with all Apple gift cards (physical or digital).
Gaming
PlayStation Plus Essential (12 month): was $59 now $29 @ PlayStation Store
Treat the gamer in your life to a 12-month PlayStation Plus Essential membership for just $29. This is the lowest price we've seen on PlayStation's online membership in 2022. With a PlayStation Plus membership you get full access to online play, exclusive PlayStation Store discounts, cloud storage, and a rotating selection of monthly games.
Xbox Game Pass Ultimate: for $15/month @ Microsoft
For $15 a month, Xbox Game Pass Ultimate grants you access to hundreds of games ranging from first-party exclusives like Halo Infinite to third-party offerings like Guardians of the Galaxy. It also allows you to play Xbox games on mobile devices. Dollar for dollar, there is no other gaming service that can match what Game Pass brings to the table. You can gift the service to someone direct from Microsoft's site.
Apple Arcade: for $4.99/month @ Apple
Everyone plays games on their phone, but Apple Arcade is more than just mobile games. The service offers everything from stylish indie adventures to addicting quick-fix titles. In short, Apple's arcade library is bursting with great games in all genres. In our Apple Arcade review, we called it a tremendous value, offering a huge library of 70-plus high-quality iOS games for just $5 per month.
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As deals editor-in-chief at Tom’s Guide, Louis is constantly looking for ways to avoid paying full price for the latest gadgets, appliances, and apparel. With over 10 years of deals-hunting experience, Louis price checks against multiple retailers and searches high and low for the best deals to bring readers. He's also always on the look out for the best coupon codes to use when shopping. A born-and-bred New Yorker, Louis is also an avid swimmer and marathoner. His work has appeared on Gizmodo, CNET, and Time Out New York.