11 last-minute e-gift ideas to get right now — Amazon, PlayStation, Xbox and more
Save the holiday with one of these last-minute digital gifts
It's Christmas Eve, your guests are on the way, and suddenly, you've realized you're short a gift or two. Sure, you could make a mad dash to your local big-box retailer, but the last thing you want to do is stand in line amid a throng of last-minute shoppers.
Even worse, what if it's Christmas Day and all the stores are closed? You won't be able to visit your local retailers even if you want to.
Fortunately, there's an alternative. Plenty of last-minute holiday gifts can be bought and delivered electronically. These purchases go through almost instantly, so you don't have to worry about it being too last minute. Best of all, some of them are even discounted, saving you money while you save time.
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- Xbox gift card: from $10 @ Amazon
- PlayStation gift card: from $10 @ Amazon
- Xbox Game Pass Ultimate: from $14/month @ Amazon
- Apple Gift Card: from $15 @ Amazon
- Audible: from $15 @ Amazon
- Amazon.com eGift Card: from $25 @ Amazon
- Disney Plus Gift Card: from $25 @ Disney
- Atlas Coffee Club: from $49 @ Atlas
- iGourmet subscription: deals from $52 @ iGourmet
- Fruit & Dessert clubs: from $59 @ Harry & David
- Spotify Premium 12 Month Subscription: $99 @ Amazon
Last-minute digital gifts
Xbox gift card: as little as $10 @ Amazon
If someone on your shopping list has an Xbox, a gift card is the perfect way to round out their game library. And if they have all the games they want, they can always re-up their Game Pass subscription or sit on it until a new release tickles their fancy. You can get as much as $100 on each digital gift card, so you can make your friends and loved ones really happy.
PlayStation gift card: as little as $10 @ Amazon
If the gamer on your list is a PlayStation player, get them a gift digital gift card and let them choose their own games or in-game purchases. There are no deals to be had on gift cards, but there are plenty of PlayStation game sales to be had for them.
Xbox Game Pass Ultimate: from $14/month @ Amazon
Xbox Game Pass Ultimate gives you instant access to over 100 games. Plus, you get Xbox Game Studios titles the same day they are released. Plans start at $16.99/month but are currently discounted to $14/month at Amazon. Grab this is make the gamer in your life happy.
Apple Gift Card: as little as $15 @ Amazon
An Apple (gift card) a day keeps the people happy. Whether you know someone who needs Apple hardware or apps, a gift card is a good option. Apple sells a lot of great stuff, so almost anyone can use and enjoy this gift card.
Audible: from $15 @ Amazon
Audible is Amazon's popular audiobook service, and for the holiday season, you can gift a subscription from $15 for one month, $45 for three months, $90 for six months, or $150 for a full year. This gives your recipient their choice of a premium audiobook each month, as well as access to a vast library of original audiobooks, podcasts and audio dramas. Audible subscribers also get access to exclusive sales and discounts.
Amazon.com eGift Card: from $25 @ Amazon
Almost everyone shops at Amazon for something. With a digital Amazon gift card, you can enter the recipient's email address or phone number, and they'll receive it in seconds. You can get gift cards for as little as $25. The person you're shopping for can get whatever they want with the gift card.
Disney Plus Gift Card: from $25 @ Disney
Keep your partner entertained throughout the entire year with a Disney Plus gift card. They'll have access to content from Disney, Pixar, National Geographic, and more. Better yet, this gift arrives instantly and can be used immediately. That alone is worth the cost. Reminder: Disney Plus with ads costs $9.99/month, whereas Disney Plus with no ads costs $15.99/month.
The ultimate gift for coffee lovers, Atlas Coffee, lets you taste different types of coffees/blends/roasts from around the world. It includes a variety of single-blend coffees from places like Costa Rica, El Salvador, Peru, and Kenya. The coffee is roasted here in the States and then shipped to your recipient. You can opt for a 3-month ($49), a 6-month ($98), or a 12-month ($188) subscription. The coffee won't arrive instantly, but you can let the recipient know it's coming.
iGourmet subscription: deals from $52 @ iGourmet
Satisfy the foodie in your with an iGourmet gift box. Subscriptions can be purchased for international cheeses, artisan cured meats, and more. Prices start from $52, and there are 3-, 6-, or 12-month plans. Alternatively, you can get them an iGourmet gift card from $25 to $250. It's a gift that won't physically be here for Christmas, but it'll give all year.
Fruit & Dessert clubs: from $59 @ Harry & David
Harry & David offers monthly clubs for all types of foodies. You can satisfy someone's sweet tooth with a Harry & David's dessert club subscription or sign someone up for the company's steakhouse club. Prices start from $59, and through December 31, you can use coupon "CLUB" to save from $50 to $100 off qualifying purchases. Just remember, your recipient won't get the food instantly.
Spotify Premium 12 Month Subscription: $99 @ Amazon
If you want your friend or loved one to get a gift that'll last all year, a Spotify Premium subscription is a perfect thing to buy. For $99, they get ad-free listening to one of the best music streaming services, and you get a perfect last-minute gift.
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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.