Haven’t got your Valentine’s Day gifts sorted yet? Take a deep breath and read on, because we’ve got your back. Flowers and chocolates are nice, but if you want to make a big impression, these gadgets will make Valentine’s Day 2026 one to remember.
Now, let’s do away with binary ‘his’ and ‘hers’ gift ideas. This ain’t the 20th century anymore. These gadgets appeal to all sorts of tech lovers, irrespective of gender.
There are gadgets for creatives, bookworms, gamers, and those who like their tech with a side of bling. As long as you know your Valentine well enough (if you don’t, you’ve got bigger issues to solve than a last-minute gift) to pick something they’ll love, you’ll be fine.
Cricut Maker 4
For loved ones who enjoy arts and crafts, you could pick any Cricut appliance, and it’d be a winner. But, for the sake of making a single recommendation, the Cricut Maker 4 is a good place to start.
It’s a versatile machine for all manner of crafts, including personalised clothing, cards, stickers, and many other artistic projects.
Or, instead of gifting a Cricut appliance for Valentine’s Day, you could get one for yourself and then use it to create something custom-made for your partner. Often, the best gifts are the ones you make!
An eReader
My partner has a Kobo Libra Colour, and it’s one of her most-used gadgets. Any eReader is a great choice for the beloved bookworm in your life. Sure, you can read digital books on your phone, but eReaders do away with distractions and use a screen that’s nearly indistinguishable from paper, making for a more comfortable reading experience.
In Australia, Kobo eReaders sync nicely with Libby, letting you borrow books from local libraries without leaving the house. If there’s one thing bibliophiles love, it’s free books.
Kindles are also a good alternative, mainly for Amazon’s extensive storefront. However, they’re not as suited to borrowing library books due to licensing restrictions.
A good pair of noise cancelling headphones
Sometimes, the best thing you can give someone is the gift of quiet. One of the best ways to do so is with a reliable pair of noise cancelling headphones. Find a good, comfy pair, and your Valentine will get years of use out of them. They’ll wear them at home, at work, while commuting, and anytime they need a personal bubble of peace.
Among the best noise cancelling headphones we’ve tested in recent years are the Sony WH-1000XM6, Sonos Ace, and the Apple AirPods Pro 3. They might be on the pricey side, but they’re absolutely worth the investment.
A robot vacuum cleaner
Tread carefully here: you don’t want to accidentally send the message that your partner is a mess by gifting them an unsolicited cleaning appliance. Given with good intentions and a bit of hinting beforehand, a robot vacuum is a nice way to reduce housework and give your loved one more downtime.
Depending on your budget, you could easily spend well under $1,000, with the premium models priced at $2,000 and above, equipped with all the bells and whistles.
At the upper end of the scale, the Roborock Saros 10 is a good pick, as is the Ecovacs Deebot X11 OmniCyclone. For something more affordable, keep an eye on the Aldi Special Buys aisle for the Deebot Neo 2.0 Plus.
While not the most ‘romantic’ gift going around, a robot vacuum could be a godsend for any partner constantly stressed about keeping the house tidy.
Motorola’s Swarovski Razr phone or Buds Loop
Perhaps the most stereotypical Valentine’s Day gift idea on this list, Motorola’s ‘Brilliant Collection’ consists of a couple of cool gadgets embedded with Swarovski crystals.
You could get either the Motorola Razr 60 flip phone or the Buds Loop headphones that look like a pair of earrings (or both, if the budget allows). Either device is a fashionable bit of technology that’s cheaper than diamonds, yet adds a bit of bling for the style-conscious partner.
A personalised gaming controller
For the gaming partners, you can’t go too far wrong with a controller that’s just for them. Don’t relegate them to the cheap and worn-out second-player controller you picked up on a whim years ago. Find a design that speaks to your Valentine’s personality, or get one made just for them.
There are a bunch of cool and cute DualSense controllers for PS5 players, including the upcoming Hyperpop colours. If you can’t find the colour combo your partner would love, lots of places offer customised or modded controllers so you can get something that’s just right.
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