Do you have a price point in mind but aren't quite sure what to buy that special someone this holiday season? Consumer Reports put together a series of gift guides that are grouped by price. Here, we focus on some of the top-rated products of 2016 for under $100. Don't forget to check our Top Gifts Under $25, Top Gifts Under $50, and Top Gifts Under $200.
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Bell Draft Mips
Sleek and sporty, the Bell Draft MIPS is equipped with Multi-Directional Impact Protection System (MIPS) technology, which may reduce the rotational force and amount of energy transferred to the rider’s head in a crash. And a final note: Fit matters, so confirm when you buy a helmet that your giftee will be able to exchange it if it’s necessary.
iCoffee RCB100-BC12
The iCoffee’s SteamBrew process spritzes and swirls the grounds as the carafe fills, combining the ease of a drip machine with the rich-tasting results of a French press—an uncommon combo that made it the highest-scoring specialty coffee maker in our tests. It’s also one of the few coffee makers that’s fun to watch.
Krups 2-Slice KH732D50
You might imagine all toasters are created equal, with walls of filaments that turn red hot when electricity flows through. Yet many models struggle to serve up evenly browned toast. Enter this top-scoring Krups. Thanks to the layout of its heating coils, it delivers consistent results, whether set for light or dark.
Mio Fuse
It’s nice that some fitness trackers offer push notifications, but not everyone wants to be flooded with texts and email 24 hours a day. For people who want workout data, plain and simple, the Mio Fuse is a welcome option. It monitors heart rate, step count, and calories burned. No GPS. No stairs climbed. The LED matrix display gives the time and color-coded alerts to keep you on track.
Ninja Personal Blender with Auto-iQ BL480
Can’t afford a personal trainer? Try a Ninja. Okay, it’s not quite the same, but you won’t find a better personal blender for under $100. Whether your loved one is into fresh smoothies or whole-fruit juicing, this Ninja is up to the task. Once the breakfast beverage is ready, she can take it on the go in the 18- or 24-ounce container.
Pioneer Woman Vintage Speckle Non-stick 10 pc
Ree Drummond, The Pioneer Woman blogger and Food Network star, lends her name to this porcelain-enamel nonstick cookware set. Cooking evenness and nonstick durability were among the best we tested, and most pieces are relatively lightweight.