Got a geeky friend who’s hard to shop for or are you a bona fide geek that can’t get enough of weird and wacky items? Fear not, because we’ve compiled the ultimate list of 100 must-haves that are sure to make any geek freak out with joy. Whether they’re into gaming, sci-fi, tech gadgets, or comic books, these geek-approved items are too good to resist. From must-have collectibles to quirky gadgets, this list has something for every type of fan. Ready to dive into a world of geeky goodness?This post may includeaffiliate links.
Got a geeky friend who’s hard to shop for or are you a bona fide geek that can’t get enough of weird and wacky items? Fear not, because we’ve compiled the ultimate list of 100 must-haves that are sure to make any geek freak out with joy. Whether they’re into gaming, sci-fi, tech gadgets, or comic books, these geek-approved items are too good to resist. From must-have collectibles to quirky gadgets, this list has something for every type of fan. Ready to dive into a world of geeky goodness?
This post may includeaffiliate links.
Review:“Even better than I had expected and I had some major expectations. Amazing! And the apps work well and there are quite a few of them. Bought two cubes straight away. It was a nice surprise how soft they are, won’t break easelly!” -Reetta B
Review:“I absolutely love these Ninja star magnets, they are a good value for the price, and are strong in holding things in place on my fridge. They are also aesthetically pleasing.” -Mitchell Miller
Review:“This is an amazing item! The blue glow of the Pyrodinos is stunning. I look forward to seeing them every night.” -Hadassah
Review:“Mini and awesome! Love it! Can’t beat this deal! 20 of some of the best games they had. Greatest deal ever!” -Rob W.
Review:“First, as other reviewers have said, it’s a lot bigger than it seems but it’s not so big that it can’t sit on your desk. It has both a micro-USB port and a USB-C port. When you lay your phone down, the lights kick off and move to the music it plays before starting to charge your phone. Definitely an attention grabber!” -Ryan Duff
Review:“This thing is totally useless. And yet… and yet… it’s totally fun and I’ve bought three of them to give to different people and they all love it. So ridiculous. So worth it.” -Amazon Customer
Review:“I got this for my partner and he’s been playing with it for days so I consider that a win! To all chemistry nerds or people who love NileRed/Blue , this one’s for you” -Sofia Ivanova
Review:“If you are a fan , please get this ! It’s a permanent piece on my bookshelf now. Great sound quality and movement . You will not be disappointed.” -Sil
Review:“Very well crafted, definitely an excellent gift! My friend absolutely loved this, and it makes a really cool neat light.” -Merchant
Review:“This little guy has brought me so much joy and helped me through many anxiety filled moments. Finally found the perfect little buddy to take places with me and who is always ready to interact with me when I need a distraction from my nerves.” -Britt Conners
Review:“I absolutely love this shirt! It fits my inner nerd and love of art. Have gotten tons of compliments so far. It might fit a teeny tiny bit snug compared to other large shirts, but it’s still in the “large” category. It’s a nice cotton and the graphics are vivid.” -BeckyM
Review:“These fully-functional game consoles are about as bid as your thumb, but because of the OLED screen it is very possible to enjoy a gaming session on them. If you love miniatures or unusual gaming systems these are for you. They come with a nice selection of games and many more available to download. And customer service is fantastic!” -gamesiren
Review:“My father in law LOVES anything to do with He-Man. I wasn’t sure which action figures he already had so I got him this Skeleton book and he absolutely LOVES it! He was reading out of it right away just laughing and laughing. It was a great buy!” -Locolaura2007
Review:“I almost forgot how fun it was to click through pictures with a reel and this was such a sweet way to put our very own pictures. This will be a nice add to our coffee table and I look forward to making more reels!” -StephM
Review:“Be a geek, and be proud of it! This is certainly a nice variety pack of expansion cards. Well worth the money and for this dark-humored game. Buy it & enjoy. :-)” -Alex M. Cook
Review:“Absolutely love it! It is a very well-designed, tiny, cute, and powerful GaN 30W fast charger. The emoji will change once the charging process is done. Super cool charger!” -K.necS
Review:“This thing is an engineering masterpiece! The quality material, software, value, and endless productivity options make this thing invaluable for any creative person. heck even for other avenues than creative use. Just get it. dont hesitate. It’s priceless!” -EagleJoe
Review:“Elevate your style with these sleek and captivating shades. The LED lights add a futuristic touch that will set you apart from the crowd, making a bold fashion statement. Embrace the future of eyewear and step up your style game with LED Visor Glasses.” -lux
Review:“This product/mouse is very comfortable and flows effortlessly. I can truly appreciate the side resting piece for my hand. Love it. The quality is great!” -EJS
Review:“My son is a gamer and wanted to be able to clean his keyboard. I purchased this not expecting much but this tool is so cool to him that he actually takes apart his keyboard every 10 days now and cleans it. Like really cleans it.” -KB
Review:“This console allows me to never have to worry about spilling my drink. It also has a charging function so that I don’t have to walk over to check my phone’s messages every time. It’s really very convenient.” -mo zengshuo
Review:“I use this product daily when my partner is away for work. I love that its easy to use when I cannot get out my phone. I also love the ability to attach meanings to patterns as well as a new colour. It makes it unique and meaningful to us.” -JJ
The first few items were just the tip of the geeky iceberg. Next up, we’ve got even more fantastic finds that are sure to delight any fanboy or fangirl. Whether it’s a rare collectible or a high-tech gadget, these gifts will make your geeky friend’s heart skip a beat.
Review:“My older sister is insanely into Jurassic Park that she can quote the books and movies off the top of her head, and tell you the scene where it takes place- in her sleep. When I gave this to her for her 27th birthday she was so happy. It was so worth it on so many levels.” -KayaCuddy
Review:“I use this smart push button device to start my coffee maker in the morning. I have set up a routine so that whenever I say “Alexa, Good morning” my echo device says: Good morning. Your coffee will be ready in 5 minutes. Now I get to smell coffee being brewed before ever getting out of my bed! This device is super reliable and I couldn’t be happier!” -Cali Love
Review:“Our dog LOVES this ball. It keeps him entertained for hours! It seems to hold battery life for a good amount of time too. Recommend!” -Kaylin Holland
Review:“Excellent light and camera accessory! Compact and versatile, sturdy durable construction and very reliable. Easy to use and has all the colors. This thing came out over threes ago..there’s a reason for its on-going popularity!” -Landrew Landau
Review:“looks great, works great! big fan of the games so it’s a fantastic addition to my shelf - also the fact that batteries were included is much appreciated!” -Rach R
Review:“This is an excellent small screw driver and drill. I used it to install shelves, drilling the holes, and running in long screws. I would not give up when my hand held batter drill gave up. This little guy kept going and going. I highly recommend it.” -Amazon Customer
Review:“I got these for my boyfriend and he loves them. They make using the controllers so much more comfortable” -Daenah Em
Review:“These are so cool, thick glass and they look amazing!! I’ve had a lot of compliments on these and have been asked where I got them. For science nerds, I highly recommend as an excellent conversation piece” -Kate Plemons
Review:“Our Father’s Day cat is dead. Thanks for a great Geek gift, much laughing and discussing of science” -Sally Cameron
Review:“This is the third Tesla coil that I have bought and the only one that actually works like it says. I love it and I love the fact that it plays electric music.” -CPL
Review:“I love the size of this thing, it is so compact and easy to pack in the motorhome for fun movie nights while camping. The Bluetooth connectivity makes is super convenient to use an external speaker without wires, I didn’t realize how much this feature increases enjoyment. The picture is great and the brightness is plenty adequate for night time movie watching from dusk and into the night.” -Robert Christian
Review:“Me and my man love this! Something we can constantly reorganize and play around with. I bought them for only decorating and not actually for hanging stuff on the fridge. Let me just say they are super cute and work super well!” -AlyCTv
Review:“I have been thinking of purchasing this for a long time. I knew my family would laugh at me but when it was on sale during Prime Days, I decided to get it! They can laugh all they want. This is the bomb! It provides excellent neck support while letting me use my phone without arthritic pain in my hands and wrists. I’m so thankful I was able to get it!” -Buffy A.
Review:“The Woofie is an amazing invention!! Makes my pup want to look at the camera!! I would definitely recommend this to everyone!” -Tori
Review:“This was amazing. Turned out perfect. Did everything as requested. He absolutely loved it!” -Anna Redd
Review:“I got these for my husband along with a pair of crocs and he was grilled with them. He thought they were brilliant lol 🤣 and said he would use them lol” -Elaine C. Harris
Review:“I got it for my boyfriend and he loves it, it looks just like the picture and the quality is great. Really happy with it” -Nicole
Review:“This pokeball is a gift for my husband who absolutely loved it! Very well made, very detailed and I appreciate the secure packing.” -Taylor Angel
Review:“This thing is awesome, anytime I have ever played a game boy emulator it doesn’t feel right with a regular controller or with the keyboard, let alone on a phone, touch screen controls are horrible. With this you just slide it in you phone and it feels just like playing all those classic game boy games for the first time again.” -MonsterRAGEnrg
Review:“Bought for my son who’s a dev guy- and it made him laugh!” -Annabelle Koglin
Review:“It’s just dope to have… I’m 40 years old and I appreciate it. Not to sound like a crazy person… but it’s almost therapeutic to have going and interact with” -Ryan Baker
Review:“I love this for reading on my kindle fire (using the kindle app). It seems pretty lazy when I tell people about it…a remote page turner…but it works perfectly when I’m in bed and can read, laying still until I fall asleep, especially when it’s cold and I’m under the covers. Comfortable and convenient. Battery charge last a long time.” -Val
Review:“This is a very handy screen cleaner that REALLY gets the job done on iphones, tablets and monitors. I use it regularly and am very happy with it.” -LKS
As we delve deeper into our list, you are sure to find something for your corner of fandom. From innovative tech toys to beloved pop culture memorabilia, these must-haves are perfect for anyone looking to embrace their inner geek. So, let’s dive back in and uncover even more amazing items that will make any geek’s collection complete and leave them grinning from ear to ear.
Review:“I needed a new Lamp for my Bedside table in my bedroom. And it is bright enough for my beside. I give it a Big Win👍🏻” -Daniel Zmierski
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Review:“This was a lot of fun to assemble! The instructions were easy to follow and the overall artwork looks beautiful. I love the small details in this set. It is also designed with 2 nail holders (as part of the Lego instructions) on the backside and hangs up nicely on the wall.” -T
Review:“Just as pictured and sturdier than expected. Cracks me up everytime I put the sponge back!” -Katherine Smith
Review:“This phone cooler gets cool fast and works extremely well. I use this for taking video for long stretches while outdoors. I have had zero issues with overheating.” -Justen O.
Review:“I love these Lego Icons flowers! This was my second set so the first pic is combined with the other Lego bouquet (also highly recommend). I love them so much I’m getting the succulent set next! Easy to assemble and it’s so fun watching the flowers come together!” -Melissa
Review:“The item was exactly as described, and it was just perfect! My guy is a massive Bond fan and he was over the moon to get this. To top it all off, the item got to me in the blink of an eye!” -Jacob Stout
Review:“I got this for my husband & he was immediately in love with it! We both used to play our Gameboys for hours on end decades ago & this mug looks so spot on accurate + inspired such amazing nostalgia I actually just ordered one for myself as well…Highly recommend!” -Rae Z
Review:“Beautiful book, illustrations true to source and endlessly surprising. A lot of hidden treats for Pokémon fans. Highly recommend this gem.” -Daniel Sutton
Review:“I bought this for my friend who loves Star Wars! These made her day, and had us both giggling with delight. The quality is amazing, and they shipped so fast!” -Emma Crawford
Review:“The recipes are delicious, easy to follow, and definitely inexpensive. I have yet to find a recipe that wasn’t fit for a tasty hobbit feast.” -Bailey Cartwright
Review:“He loved the socks! It totally matched his personality.” -Amazon Customer
Review:“I love this mousepad! The rgb is really cute, the matt feels good and grips the table very well. 10/10 especially for the price!” -Anushna Saha
Review:“I bought these 90’s retro Mario plant pots as a birthday gift for my sister - they’re so cute & fun! Look very bright & brighten up a room! I wouldn’t mind some myself! Thank you Alex! :)” -Adele T
Review:“The molding works great and the ice comes out perfectly with a little warm water. The shape is perfect and numbers are easy to see!” -Brandon
Review:“Got way more than expected from this ‘toy.’ The recipient explained all the options and quality of it and jumped right into programming a maze game with a pikachu character. They said the tutorial is super easy to follow, endless options and fun!” -Gifter
Review:“What a great idea for using old disks. I have gotten lots of compliments about this. Great gift for the computer geek in your life.” -cmcmahan
Review:“My son really loves this poster for his ‘gaming’ themed room. And I love its minimalist style.” -Lauren Lucas
Review:“Bought this for a lifelong geek who’s a huge fan of the Martian. You might not be able to grow potatoes in this soil, but you can grow a sense of wonder as you look at it ;)” -Andrea
Review:“It works like a charm and my dog now doesn’t bother me at 5am to eat. I can sleep through the night. Now the feeder is viewed as some sort of god that gives him what he needs at the times that were programmed in to this food god for animals. Thank you!!” -Jennifer Thompson
Review:“Bought this for a friend who is a mega Star Wars nerd and also remembers the Tamagotchi craze from back in the day. Excellent gift! 👌” -Occasional Amazon Reviewer
Review:“I adore my NERD ring! I would highly suggest to the geek in ur life! I love that it’s flexible, so I can wear it when my fingers are slightly swollen… yep; still rockin’ the ring! The writing is subtle so It’s very petite but makes a bold statement for someone who appreciates artisan jewelry.” -deedeeMA
Review: “These mics have been a game changer for our mobile livestreams. We use them to stream meetings, and the quality has been fantastic. Having 2 mics to pick up questions and the presenter has really upped the quality and we couldn’t be happier.” -James
Review:“I was given one as a gift then went back & ordered two more. I have one in the kitchen for the Google Home Mini & one in each bathroom to hold a little fan or whatever else. Clears up counter space without getting in the way itself. Add to cart ASAP.” -It’s me, Meg B
Review:“The prints are very close to what is on my phone screen, and we all know how good those are looking these days! You couldn’t tell the difference from a store print. At $.30 per print it beats CVS!” -Sean
Feeling inspired yet? Great, because there’s still plenty of geeky goodness to explore! As we move further down our list, you’ll discover items that not only celebrate geek culture but also bring a touch of fun and functionality to everyday life. From cleverly designed home decor to innovative gadgets, these items are perfect for showing off your geeky pride.
Review:“I ordered these coasters because I’m a gamer and they’re now a conversation piece for everybody who comes over. They look great and are quite durable. Great selection of classic titles too!” -B. McKeever
Review:“Bought this for my Grandson, he is minecraft mad, so am sure it will light up his face and make his Christmas” -June
Review:“This cable works great for travel. I don’t trust the public charging outlets out there. This allows me to use pretty much any outlet without having to worry about someone attacking my device. The switch is easy to move and it stays put. I keep this in my travel bag and don’t have to ever worry!” -B. Abraham
Review:“My grandma is a big crosswords fan and she LOVED this gift! The print is high quality and the personalized clues are highlighted in blue making them stand out. They were also easy to write with the examples provided. It was nice to have a smaller working version to actually solve the puzzle as well (answer key provided). This gift will not disappoint!” -Amber
Review:“I originally got this as a gift for my boyfriend cause he really likes working on things on his own. I didn’t expect the quality of it to be that good. He mostly uses it in his room but it would also be perfect for outdoor usage as it allows the use of batteries!” -Lia
Review:“Amazing controller. I use it mostly for Pokemon Go, but it is also great for Let’s Go Pikachu and Eevee. It has many functions so you get a great value for it’s price point.Also comes with a level one Mewso that’s a great incentive also. Highly recommend.” -John Cucchiara Jr.
Review:“I purchased this for my son he lived making and designing his own cup highly recommended.” -Jason
Review:“I bought this as a gift and I am so happy with it. The quality is definitely there and the uniqueness of it is just perfect. The control fits nicely and the headset hangs just fine. So worth the money!” -Christine Hager
Review:“I love it so much and have been using it for the past 2 1/2 years and still great quality. Cleans very little trash or dust. At my workplace there was construction and the vacuum cleaned all the thick white dust with no problem, it even had the workers shocked (their reactions were priceless) because if the size. Worth it” -Mia B
Review:“I love these lights! They are so bright, but brightness is adjustable. Very easy to make custom patterns in the app, as well as download other premade settings and modes. I’m obsessed and want to get the expansion pack soon” -Amanda
Review:“Bought as a special deal along with PlayStation theme drink bottle as a present for my nephew who loves the PlayStation. He loved it , great item well worth the money. Fast delivery, we’ll packed as always - iwoot never disappoints!” -Carermum
Review:“How perfect was this! My youngest grandson’s birthday and he wanted a case for his Nintendo switch. He is obsessed with space. Do this was the perfect gift. It has room for hIs extra games” -Donna Pike
Review:“I couldn’t be happier with my purchase. I have kleenex boxes in every room of my house due to my allergies. I figured I’d personalize the one in my office/gameroom. Looks and fits perfectly.” -Cristhian Gallego
Review:“I fell in love with them when they introduced them in the game and when I saw they had a plush, I couldn’t resist. It was one of those take my money moments. It’s honestly so cute and feels soft.” -J. Robinson
Review:“Bought this gaming locker for my boyfriend as a gift and he LOVES it. It stores all of his controllers, games, and headset. Just what we needed to keep things organized and stored safely!” -R. L BURNHEIMER
Review:“I lovee this candle for my man! He’s going to love it ! And it smells great! I got the Jade scent 10/10” -oliviamtapia
Review:“I can’t believe how cute these are. They look just like Navi. Thank you so much!!” -ginbean324
Review:“Fizz the bath up great and smell nice. Good little gift for the other half.” -Lemon
Review:“I bought it for my fiancé who loves his PlayStation 4 so much I thought he would love the mug too. I was right! He loves it! He drinks coffee out of it every day! I think it is a cool mug too. Maybe I will get one for myself later.” -Amy Cruickshank
Review:“Very easy to pair to my phone and set up. I Have had no connection issues and the controls are nice and responsive. It’s nice to be able to take my PS5 with me anywhere I go and play any of my games as long as there’s a good wifi connection. Def recommend this controller!” -kuku4coco
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