Joseph Trentini
Here’s my complete Best Geek Gift list for 2021
Top Choice Nerd Gift
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- Many security-centered bonus features
The entry-level antivirus from Bitdefender boasts the name Bitdefender Antivirus Plus, and the Plus is very much deserved. This tool totally handles all the basic antivirus tasks effectively, and then goes way beyond in terms of additional security features. Feature-wise, it could take on many security suites and win. Bitdefender Antivirus Plus remains a top choice when it comes to protecting your PC’s security.
Best Geek Gifts For Under $10
1. The Official BS Button by Gemmy
This giant red button will make a hilarious statement to whoever needs to be confronted on their BS. You’ll be able to call out BS without having to say a word yourself. Simply press the red button and make it light up and then the button will buzz loudly and announce it to the world, “That was BS!” or “BS detected, take precautions!” over a wailing siren. No person will ever want to try and BS you ever again, knowing that you’ve got the BS button! This is a really great gag gift for those who have office parties or if you just want to play a joke on one of your friends.
2. Paladone Super Mario Bros. Pixel Craft
Who doesn’t love Super Mario Brothers? That was probably most everyone’s first video game that they’ve ever played! You can remember all the fun memories of Mario with this super crafty paladrone set. Using different colored magnetic pixel pieces, you can re-create Mario and other characters just as they were in the original video game. This is a great gift for anyone whether they are 5 or 95. Paladrones are a great activity for bringing people together and an interactive way to bring Mario back to life from the past.
There are 720 magnetic pixels that are included and they follow design patterns to re-create not just Mario, but other characters, too, like the coins, mushrooms, flower, star, and the famous question mark blocks from the video games. This is a great gift for the Mario lover in your life and could be a great stocking stuffer for the Christmas holiday. This is an officially licensed Super Mario Brothers pixel craft by Nintendo. This product should not be given to children under three due to choking hazards.
3. QMx Firefly Playing Cards
QMx and artist Ben Mund and playing card company Bicycle have teamed up in order to bring you the first – ever officially licensed Firefly Playing Cards. The deck consists of the standard four suits of 13 cards each plus two jokers and features designs that are relevant to the show. These cards are printed on Bicycle-grade paper with a satin embossed finish. The deck is the standard 54-card poker deck and is clearly designed with FireFly in mind. Any FireFly fans will love these cards that revolve around their favorite show!
4. Pop Stranger Things Eleven with Eggos Vinyl Figure, Styles May Vary – With/Without Blonde Wig (Limited edition)
All things Stranger Things are taking off right now with the popularity of the hit show! Your Stranger Things fan will love this Funko Pop of Eleven, complete with Eggos. The collectible is stylized and stands about 3.75 inches tall, and is the perfect edition to any Funko Pop collector or to any Stranger Things fan. Eleven comes packaged with a display window box, so you will never have to take it out of the box if you don’t want to. This is sure to be an awesome edition to any Stranger Things Fan collection!
5. Moslion Decorative Pac Man Icon Throw Pillows
These pillows are the perfect gift for anyone who loves Pac Man. The pillow covers are made from quality satin fabric, super silky, soft and smooth which will feel very comfortable to your skin. The one-piece square pillow is new and has no insert or filler. The print is actually two-sided, with the front pattern being the same as the back pattern. This novelty characters will bring a new look to your home décor. The pillows are completely finished, with an invisible or hidden zipper closure on the one size. The pillows are machine washable. This is perfect for the Pac Man lover in your life.
Best Geek Gifts For Under $25
6. NES Cube Speaker
Show off your love of retro gaming with the NES Cube Speaker, brought to you by 8Bitdo. This speaker features a design that mimics the directional pad on the iconic NES controller. This directional pad is fully functional; for example, you can press the pad left or right to lower or raise the volume, respectively. This wireless Bluetooth speaker features an eight-hour battery life, ensuring that it won’t go dead during your all-night gaming marathon. The upgradeable firmware ensures that your NES Cube Speaker is always running the latest build available.
7. Academy da Vinci Clock
The Academy da Vinci Clock is based on the works of the great Leonardo Da Vinci. You’ll find the essence of Da Vinci throughout every piece of this device. For example, the weight of the pendulum also doubles as the clock’s power source. If the geek or nerd in your life isn’t a pro at building furniture, you’re in luck as this clock requires no batteries, paint or glue. The pieces of the Academy da Vinci Clock snap together easily in either a wall-mounted or standing position.
8. TrackR Bravo
Is the geek or nerd in your life always forgetting their wallet or car keys? With the TrackR Bravo, you can ensure they never lose their essential items again. You can place this IR device on the back of any item. For example, you can put it on the back of your car keys and, when you can’t find your keys, you can use the TrackR App to make the device ring. You can even set the device up to alert you by phone when you’re leaving something behind. For example, place the device on a wallet and, if you try to exit the house without it, your phone will alert you.
9. Set of 8 Star Wars Silicone Ice Trays
Give any party a geeky overhaul with the Set of 8 Star Wars Silicone Ice Trays. These silicone ice trays make the perfect ice cubes for your Star Wars movie marathon. You can also use them to make candy and chocolates as well. With iconic shapes like the Millennium Falcon and R2-D2, fans of all ages will love these shapes. Not only are these trays safe for both the refrigerator and freezer but they are also safe for the both the oven and dishwasher.
10. 2019 Bubble Wrap Calendar
One of the best parts of getting a new package is popping the bubble wrap found inside. With the 2019 Bubble Wrap Calendar, you can get that feeling every single day. This calendar is over four feet tall and perfect to hang on the back of a door or a wall. Each day presents a new bubble to pop. The 2019 Bubble Wrap Calendar uses a heavy and clear wrap to provide a satisfying “pop” noise after you press in a bubble.