Top 10 Best Christmas Presents for Teens in the UK 2020 (Instax, Nintendo and More)

Without further ado, let’s take a look at the main factors to consider when picking out a Christmas gift for a teen. Whether they’re yours or not, the options are seemingly endless. However, with a little thought and consideration, you’ll be onto a winner in no time!

This advice may seem obvious, but the interests and hobbies of the person you're buying for is something that can be easily forgotten when shopping. By keeping the recipient and their passions at the forefront of your mind, you’re going to find a deliberate and thoughtful gift, no matter the budget. 

Being a teenager is a funny age, some still want to play on their bikes and with their toys, while others are becoming more and more interested in growing up and playing adult. So, when buying toys or games, you’ll want to be sure that the teen your buying for will appreciate them. 

When it comes the type of toys and games, you generally have two options; physical toys like Lego sets and board games, or electronic consoles and video games. With a quick conversation you’ll be able to find out which they prefer to play. From there, you can consider integrating their other interests, such as FIFA for sports fans, or build-em construction sets for budding engineers. 

If they’re a bit of a sports fanatic, then there is a wide array of accessories and goodies to choose from. Think of the various bells and whistles that are relevant to their favourite teams or players, as well as their favourite sports. 

For those that are keen on keeping fit, but not a specific type of sport, look for kit that could be useful, like water bottles for runners, or boxing gloves if they like to hit the pads. Avoid purchasing any clothing, unless you know them particularly well. They’re going to be in a constant state of flux, be it shooting up or bulking out, and no-one wants to be disappointed on the big day. 

Whether we agree with it or not, the youngsters of today are more in tune with technology than any generation past. When it comes to tech gifts, these span a wide variety of categories and interests. 

You could go for a useful gift like a portable charging station for those that are just can’t live without their phones. Portable speakers or headphones are also great choices for those interested in music, regardless of their personal taste. If they're keen on creating blogs and vlogging, a ring light will help give their set-up an added sophistication. 

One thing always worth considering is that the device or gadget is compatible with what they already own. You don’t want to be buying games for the wrong console or a smartphone printer that only works with certain types of handsets! 

Now we’d normally recommend steering clear of buying clothes for anyone, never mind teenagers. However, there are certain items, such as trainers, or accessories like jewellery and watches, that won’t offend, and are likely to be appreciated by those that are a little more fashion conscious. 

As always, it can be a minefield! But, if you stick to classic styles and don’t delve too deep into the latest trends, you’ll be able to find something timeless that they can use for the foreseeable future.

Now we realise that some folk reading this will be contemplating what they should buy for a teen that perhaps they don’t know too well, and what can we say? You probably have the most difficult task of everyone this Christmas. Unfortunately, unlike with adults, you can’t buy a nice bottle of chardonnay and be done with it. 

However, charming gifts are still possible, even if you don’t know them personally. A good novel or book about the trials and tribulations of growing up could spark their interests. Although, you might prefer to stick to general interest items such as decorations for their room. If you’re truly stuck, a big ol’ selection box never hurt. Who doesn't like chocolate? 

It can be difficult to know how much to spend, especially after such a precarious year. Bear in mind that our gift recommendations are just that - recommendations. It’s more important that what you buy is well thought out and considered, than how much it cost. 

For our ranking, we have selected a wide array of gifts spanning a range of different price points from under £10 to over £100. So pick a budget and stick to it. We’re sure you’ll put a smile on their face regardless!

 In ranking order, here's our selection of the top 10 best Christmas presents for teens in the UK. With any luck you might find something here to impress even the most difficult teens to buy for. At the very least it could spark some ideas. Happy hunting guys! 

Now you've got the teens sorted, you can press on with finding the perfect Christmas gifts for the rest of the family. Now, you could spend hours browsing online, but why go to all the effort when you could simply click the links below and let us do the hard work for you?

No matter what gift you decide to go for, if you put in some thought and consideration you'll surprise yourself with how good your gift-giving skills are. Whether you've found the perfect present, or just come up with the perfect idea, here's to having a great Christmas and a Happy New Year! 

Author: Lewis Clark