Our favorite Prime Day gadgets under $100 you don’t need but will really want

Prime Day has a funny way of convincing you to buy things you weren’t shopping for in the first place. You sign on intending to buy something sensible you actually need, like a pack of USB-C cables, and an hour later you’ve also added a gadget that can press your coffee maker’s power button and a color-changing smart lamp that syncs to music to your cart. They aren’t exactly essentials, but they’re the kind of gadgets you never knew you wanted until you saw them and often end up being the most delightful to own. From a pocket-size gaming controller and a tiny crafting machine that lets you make stickers and cards to a cordless barcode scanner that lets you catalog your home library like a real librarian, these are the Verge-approved small gadgets you probably don’t need but will totally want anyway, most of which cost less than $100. [Product: SwitchBot Smart Switch Button Pusher | https://www.amazon.com/SwitchBot-Series/dp/B07B4D9KVX/?tag=theverge02-20, https://go.skimresources.com/?id=1025X1701640&xs=1&url=https%3A%2F%2Fus.switch-bot.com%2Fproducts%2Fswitchbot-bot%2F] [Product: VidaBay Snap E Ink fridge magnet | https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0GT43RVSY/?tag=theverge02-20, https://vidabay.net/product/white-e-paper-fridge-sticker/, https://vidabay.net/product/white-e-paper-fridge-sticker-2/] [Product: Philips Hue smart bulb starter kit | https://www.amazon.com/Philips-Hue-Starter-Compatible-Assistant/dp/B096YFWVVS/?tag=theverge02-20] [Product: Ugreen FineTrack 2 Bluetooth tracker | https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0G64RT15Y/?tag=theverge02-20, https://us.ugreen.com/products/soccer-ball-bluetooth-tracker] [Product: JisuLife Handheld Fan Life8 | https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07QK9C9KT/?tag=theverge02-20, https://goto.walmart.com/c/482924/565706/9383?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.walmart.com%2Fip%2FJISULIFE-Handheld-Mini-Fan-3-1-Hand-USB-Rechargeable-Small-Pocket-Fan-12-19-Working-Hours-Power-Bank-Flashlight-Portable-Travel-Summer-Concerts-Lash%2F520140216%2F, https://go.skimresources.com/?id=1025X1701640&xs=1&url=https%3A%2F%2Fjisulife.com%2Fproducts%2Fjisulife-f8-handheld-mini-fan%2F] [Product: GamesSir Pocket Taco mobile controller | https://www.amazon.com/GameSir-Pocket-Vertical-Mobile-Controller-Smartphone/dp/B0GJSWSMFN/?tag=theverge02-20, https://goto.walmart.com/c/482924/565706/9383?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.walmart.com%2Fip%2FGameSir-Pocket-Taco-Bluetooth-Mobile-Gaming-Controller-Perfect-for-Retro-Scene%2F19936969587%2F, https://bestbuy.7tiv.net/c/482924/614286/10014?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bestbuy.com%2Fproduct%2Fgamesir-pocket-taco-bluetooth-wireless-retro-mobile-gaming-controller-for-ios-android-turn-your-smartphone-into-a-gameboy-white%2FJ3R85HZQPQ%2Fsku%2F6674072] [Product: Govee Table Lamp 2 | https://www.amazon.com/Govee-Bedside-Changing-Bedroom-Dimmable/dp/B0D41XL87F?tag=theverge02-20, https://govee.sjv.io/c/482924/3014037/12845?u=https%3A%2F%2Fus.govee.com%2Fproducts%2Fled-table-lamp-2] [Product: Keychron V1 Max | https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CR14LGX6/?tag=theverge02-20, https://bestbuy.7tiv.net/c/482924/614286/10014?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bestbuy.com%2Fproduct%2Fkeychron-v1-max-75-custom-wireless-rgb-mechanical-keyboard-with-programmable-qmk-via-hot-swappable-red-switch-black%2FCGC7F9CCVV%2Fsku%2F6600175] [Product: Glocusent Book Light | https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07WNRN9WQ/?tag=theverge02-20, https://glocusent.com/collections/glocusent-top-sellers/products/glocusent-neck-reading-light-blue] [Product: Cricut Joy 2 (Essentials bundle) | https://www.amazon.com/Cricut-Essential-Bundle-Digital-Content/dp/B0GJFS6L4M/?tag=theverge02-20, https://goto.walmart.com/c/482924/565706/9383?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.walmart.com%2Fip%2FCricut-Joy-2-Essential-Bundle%2F19505908026, https://goto.target.com/c/482924/81938/2092?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.target.com%2Fp%2Fcricut-joy-2-cutting-machine-essential-bundle-blue%2F-%2FA-94898648%23lnk%3Dsametab] [Product: SwitchBot Smart Candle Warmer | https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FPR5GCP9?th=1&tag=theverge02-20] [Product: Hoto 3.6V Electric Screwdriver Kit Pro | https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0BLMQ8BXB/ref=ewc_pr_img_1?smid=A2ZXT6R0FR7K6V&psc=1&tag=theverge02-20, https://goto.walmart.com/c/482924/565706/9383?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.walmart.com%2Fip%2FHOTO-Electric-Screwdriver-Kit-25-Piece-Upgraded-Bit-Set-3-6V-Cordless-Screwdriver-Rechargeable%2F14102211010] [Product: Bonsai Tree Light | https://www.amazon.com/Aesthetic-Decorations-Weddings-Christmas-Holidays/dp/B08Q7DCKB6?tag=theverge02-20] [Product: PDP Riffmaster | https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CWS8WKS5?tag=theverge02-20, https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CWN15TRF?tag=theverge02-20, https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FTZV2JHG?tag=theverge02-20] [Product: Lego Star Wars Imperial Star Destroyer | https://www.amazon.com/LEGO-Destroyer-Buildable-Anniversary-Minifigure/dp/B0CRWRY5RM?tag=theverge02-20] [Product: Amazon Echo Spot | https://www.amazon.com/All-new-Amazon-Echo-Spot-2024-release-Smart-alarm-clock-with-vibrant-sound-Alexa-Black/dp/B0BFC7WQ6R?tag=theverge02-20] [Product: 8BitDo Retro 18 Mechanical Numpad | https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00PN9S6JU/?tag=theverge02-20, https://bestbuy.7tiv.net/c/482924/614286/10014?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bestbuy.com%2Fsite%2F8bitdo-retro-mechanical-keypad-c64-edition%2F6593616.p, https://shop.8bitdo.com/products/8bitdo-retro-18-mechanical-numpad] [Product: Nothing Ear (a) | https://www.amazon.com/Nothing-Ear-Integration-Cancelling-Equaliser/dp/B0CXPR5412?tag=theverge02-20, https://www.amazon.com/Nothing-Ear-Integration-Cancelling-Equaliser/dp/B0CXPRP216/?th=1&tag=theverge02-20, https://www.amazon.com/Nothing-Ear-Integration-Cancelling-Equaliser/dp/B0CXPRHTNB/?th=1&tag=theverge02-20] [Product: Philips Hue Essential strip light (16 feet) | https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0G3CWMTT6?tag=theverge02-20, https://go.skimresources.com/?id=1025X1701640&xs=1&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.philips-hue.com%2Fen-us%2Fp%2Flight-strip-hue-essential-strip-light-16-ft%2F046677608453] [Product: Govee Table Lamp Classic | https://www.amazon.com/Govee-Cordless-Classic-Rechargeable-Portable/dp/B0GLM9BBQT/?tag=theverge02-20, https://govee.sjv.io/c/482924/3014037/12845?u=https%3A%2F%2Fus.govee.com%2Fproducts%2Fblack-cordless-led-table-lamp] [Product: NIIMBOT D110 Label Printer with Tape | https://www.amazon.com/NIIMBOT-Upgraded-Bluetooth-Templates-Organization/dp/B0CZ6WCHGF/?tag=theverge02-20, https://go.skimresources.com/?id=1025X1701640&xs=1&url=https%3A%2F%2Fgo.skimresources.com%3Fid%3D1025X1701640%26xs%3D1%26url%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fniimbots.com%252Fproducts%252Fd110-portable-wireless-connect-rechargeable-mini-label-printer-with-tape%252F] [Product: Fanttik S1 Electric Screwdriver | https://www.amazon.com/Fanttik-NEX-Capsule-Screwdriver-Double-Ended/dp/B0D228DLMN?tag=theverge02-20, https://www.amazon.com/Fanttik-NEX-Capsule-Screwdriver-Double-Ended/dp/B0DGG7DQDF/?tag=theverge02-20] [Product: Time Timer MOD Home Edition Metallic | https://www.amazon.com/Time-Timer-MOD-Individual-Countdown/dp/B0DM3CY7L6?tag=theverge02-20, https://goto.walmart.com/c/482924/565706/9383?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.walmart.com%2Fip%2FTime-Timer-MOD-Home-Edition-60-Minute-Kids-Visual-Timer-Study-Tool-Metallic-Midnight%2F13758818464, https://www.timetimer.com/collections/all/products/time-timer-mod-home-metallic-midnight] [Product: Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 4 | https://www.amazon.com/Ultimate-Ears-WONDERBOOM-360-Degree-Waterproof/dp/B0BRXJ9WTD?tag=theverge02-20, https://goto.walmart.com/c/482924/565706/9383?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.walmart.com%2Fip%2FUltimate-Ears-Wonderboom-4-EXC-Blue%2F13495423154, https://bestbuy.7tiv.net/c/482924/614286/10014?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bestbuy.com%2Fproduct%2Fultimate-ears-wonderboom-4-portable-wireless-bluetooth-speaker-with-waterproof-dustproof-and-floatable-design-cobalt-blue%2FJ7H7ZYG2F7] [Product: Rak Magnetic Wristband | https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01HRCU3SW/?tag=theverge02-20] [Product: Netum Cordless Barcode Scanner | https://www.amazon.com/NETUM-Wireless-Handheld-Rechargeable-NT-1698W/dp/B06VXZ4TMT?tag=theverge02-20, https://www.netum.net/products/nt-1698w-2-4g-wireless-laser-barcode-scanner-read-1d-code] [Product: Govee Floor Lamp | https://www.amazon.com/dp/B099WTN2TR/?tag=theverge02-20, https://bestbuy.7tiv.net/c/482924/614286/10014?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bestbuy.com%2Fproduct%2Fgovee-rgbicw-smart-floor-lamp-basic-silver%2FJ3R85KWFWY%2Fsku%2F10746162, https://govee.sjv.io/c/482924/3014037/12845?u=https%3A%2F%2Fus.govee.com%2Fproducts%2Fgovee-rgbicw-smart-corner-floor-lamp] [Product: SwitchBot Standing Circulator Fan | https://www.amazon.com/SwitchBot-Pedestal-Rechargeable-Oscillating-Adjustable/dp/B0FWC41M2P/ref=sr_1_2?tag=theverge02-20, https://go.skimresources.com/?id=1025X1701640&xs=1&url=https%3A%2F%2Fus.switch-bot.com%2Fproducts%2Fswitchbot-standing-circulator-fan] [Product: Nextmug Self-Heating Mug | https://www.amazon.com/Nextmug-Temperature-Controlled-Self-Heating-Coffee-Dusty/dp/B0B6JTX6NB?tag=theverge02-20] [Product: Fujifilm Instax Mini 12 | https://www.amazon.com/Fujifilm-INSTAX-MINI-Green-Bundle/dp/B0F72C159F?tag=theverge02-20] [Product: Travel Mini Portable Sound Machine | https://www.amazon.com/dp/B088BS1L7L?tag=theverge02-20, https://bestbuy.7tiv.net/c/482924/614286/10014?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bestbuy.com%2Fproduct%2Fyogasleep-travel-mini-sound-machine-white%2FJ735SF4Y33%2Fsku%2F10224530, https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=1170664&u=1225169&m=79309&urllink=https%3A%2F%2Fyogasleep.com%2Fproducts%2Ftravel-mini] [Product: Pawsync Smart Pet Feeder | https://www.amazon.com/Pawsync-Automatic-Schedules-Stainless-Desiccant/dp/B0DGFTMBK9?tag=theverge02-20] [Product: Anker Nano 45W charger with display | https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0G1TC6D3N?tag=theverge02-20, https://anker.pxf.io/c/482924/1543964/18023?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.anker.com%2Fproducts%2Fa121d-45w-usb-c-fast-charger-foldable-plug-compact%3Fvariant%3D46070529228950%26utm_source%3Dgoogle%26utm_medium%3Dpmax%26utm_content%3D%25E8%2587%25AA%25E5%25AE%259A%25E4%25B9%2589%26utm_campaign%3Dus_anker_charger_m3_google-pmax_alwayson_allpn_purchase_ost_audience_internal_BFCM2025%26utm_term%3D23240491362_6667565336_(creative%7D%26gad_source%3D1%26gad_campaignid%3D23249762344%26gbraid%3D0AAAAADbnO27cO_MwogoRCPnbHCXmGn2a6%26gclid%3DCj0KCQjwj47OBhCmARIsAF5wUEGCiEADFEkdYI-xuLIgnUxIzpwJU7RWXLa591Fh79AlbmOOnx4e2O4aApRPEALw_wcB] [Product: Glorious Model O Eternal | https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0F9B79WBR?th=1&tag=theverge02-20, https://goto.walmart.com/c/482924/565706/9383?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.walmart.com%2Fip%2FGlorious-Model-O-Eternal-Gaming-Mouse%2F17920271449, https://bestbuy.7tiv.net/c/482924/614286/10014?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bestbuy.com%2Fproduct%2Fglorious-model-o-eternal-lightweight-wired-optical-gaming-mouse-with-dual-zone-rgb-lighting-wired-matte-white%2FJ39TGZ8SRL] [Product: Lego Botanicals Flower Bouquet Building Set | https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08HW1L75J?tag=theverge02-20] [Product: Govee RGBICWW Flow Plus Light Bars | https://www.amazon.com/Govee-Assistant-Backlights-Pictures-Decoration/dp/B096WZXKZP?tag=theverge02-20, https://govee.sjv.io/c/482924/3014037/12845?u=https%3A%2F%2Fus.govee.com%2Fproducts%2Fgovee-rgbicww-wifi-bluetooth-flow-plus-light-bars%3Fvariant%3D40705705672889] [Product: Dash Rapid Egg Cooker | https://www.amazon.com/DASH-Rapid-Egg-Cooker-Scrambled/dp/B0D3X1JDK4?tag=theverge02-20, https://goto.target.com/c/482924/81938/2092?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.target.com%2Fp%2Fdash-3-in-1-everyday-7-egg-cooker-with-omelet-maker-and-poaching%2F-%2FA-79345581%3Fpreselect%3D53731036%23lnk%3Dsametab, https://go.skimresources.com/?id=1025X1701640&xs=1&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.kohls.com%2Fproduct%2Fprd-7375429%2Fdash-rapid-7-egg-cooker.jsp] Update, June 26th: Updated prices and availability and added a couple of new deals, including a discount on the Bonsai Tree Light, Nextmug Self-Heating Mug, Fujifilm’s Instax Mini 12, and more.