The top 17 gadgets under $100 that you should buy

Got A Benjamin To Burn?  Hare Our 17 FAVORITE GADGETS UNDER $100



In today’s high-tech society, it seems a $100 can go further than ever before. The price of a quality tablet and laptop is plummeting, as the amount you have to spend on a fitness tracker and other wearable gadgets that are beginning to perforate the mainstream (for better or worse). For less than the cost of your monthly coffee allowance at Starbucks, you can now pick up a device that streams any content you might want to your HDTV, or a phenomenal e-reader on which to reread select passengers from your favorite guilty-pleasure novel.

You may not be able to achieve the pristine clarity of a 4K television or the robust processing power of the latest gaming machines, but there’s no reason you can’t find something to satisfy your tech cravings without breaking the bank. Below are 17 of our favorite pieces of tech for under $100 — shipping prices not included. After all, what else is Amazon Prime for?

Samsung Gear VR

Virtual reality has long been the dream of science fiction. However, after years of failed attempt, innovations, and Johnny Mnemonic, consumer VR finally is poised to make a big splash. The big names in VR — namely the Oculus Rift and HTC Vive — are still wildly unaffordable for the time being; however, some smaller less expensive VR headsets are already a hit with consumers. Samsung’s Gear VR is the best of these, drawing on Oculus’ technology to provide a portable VR experience. The headset uses a smartphone as a screen, so users will need to own one of the four compatible Samsung phones. Those who do will appreciate the headset’s ergonomic design and foam lining, which make the act of wearing a large visor on your face as inconspicuous as possible. Developers are still experimenting with VR, so the quality of games and apps varies greatly. However, early gems like Gunjack and Land’s End show the platform’s promise. Read our full review here.

Price: $60

Buy one now from:

SAMSUNG B&H AMAZON

Aquaovo Alter Ego Personal Water Filter

In our increasingly tech-based world, hiking and other outdoor activities seem more popular than ever, as people strive to connect with the natural world that seems so far away from us. Of course, nature, like a Greek goddess, can be both magnificent and cruel, and few things are crueler than sipping from a mountain stream only to swallow some nasty protozoa in the process. Thankfully, there exists a portable water purifier, perfect for any expedition or post-apocalyptic scenario. The Aquaovo Alter Ego Personal Water Filter removes harmful urban contaminants from untreated water while allowing beneficial trace minerals such as magnesium, calcium, and potassium to remain. The Alter Ego conveniently filters up to 750 liters of water without leaving an unsavory aftertaste. And the lightweight, BPA-free, squeezable design is perfect for camping or biking.

Price: $65

Buy one now from:
HORNE

Chromecast Ultra

With more 4K Tvs on the market, 4K streaming is becoming increasingly more important to consumers. While Google’s original Chromecast is still a viable — and affordable — option for streaming, Google’s created a new device specifically for the higher quality streaming format. The slick and simple Chromecast Ultra is an easy way to stream 4K video in your living room, though if you have a newer 4K TV, you likely already have the apps you need to do so. We’d recommend the Chromecast Ultra for those with older HDR TVs that don’t have too many streaming apps. Like Google’s other Chromecast devices, it’s an affordable option for high quality streaming; the Chromecast Ultra is $30 cheaper than the comparable Roku device. Read our full review.

Price: $70

Buy one now from:
BEST BUY GOOGLE STORE TARGET

Audio Technica AT-LP60

The second vinyl renaissance is surely upon us given the rising in record sales and popularity of nationwide events like Record Store Day. While you could easily spend $1,000 on a quality turntable, sometimes you just need something to get you started. Audio Technica’s AT-LP60 is perfect for the amateur audiophile, built with automatic operation in mind and catering to two speeds (33½ and 45 rpm). It additionally features a built-in phono amplifier, a replaceable stylus, and most importantly, smooth performance. All you have to do is place a record on the aluminum platter, press play, and listen to the iconic fuss and pops that defined a generation years before Apple was a tech company.

Price: $99

Buy one now from:
AMAZON WALMART

Amazon Echo Dot

Life is getting even more connected; Amazon’s Echo Dot is here to help. The compact device can connect to a number of apps, allowing it to control your home’s lights, fans, garage door, and thermostat. Not to mention, it can also play your favorite music and get a pizza delivered straight to your house. All of this is voice-controlled, using far-field voice recognition so it can hear you from across the room, regardless of where it’s placed. Using the Echo Dot helps the device learn your preferences, too — it’ll start to pick up on your speech patterns and vocabulary. For $50, it’s a cheaper alternative than some of its competitors. Read our full review.

Price: $50

Buy one now from:
AMAZON

Griffin WoodTones

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In today’s high-tech society, it seems a $100 can go further than ever before. The price of a quality tablet and laptop is plummeting, as the amount you have to spend on a fitness tracker and other wearable gadgets that are beginning to perforate the mainstream (for better or worse). For less than the cost of your monthly coffee allowance at Starbucks, you can now pick up a device that streams any content you might want to your HDTV, or a phenomenal e-reader on which to reread select passengers from your favorite guilty-pleasure novel.

You may not be able to achieve the pristine clarity of a 4K television or the robust processing power of the latest gaming machines, but there’s no reason you can’t find something to satisfy your tech cravings without breaking the bank. Below are 17 of our favorite pieces of tech for under $100 — shipping prices not included. After all, what else is Amazon Prime for?

Samsung Gear VR

Virtual reality has long been the dream of science fiction. However, after years of failed attempt, innovations, and Johnny Mnemonic, consumer VR finally is poised to make a big splash. The big names in VR — namely the Oculus Rift and HTC Vive — are still wildly unaffordable for the time being; however, some smaller less expensive VR headsets are already a hit with consumers. Samsung’s Gear VR is the best of these, drawing on Oculus’ technology to provide a portable VR experience. The headset uses a smartphone as a screen, so users will need to own one of the four compatible Samsung phones. Those who do will appreciate the headset’s ergonomic design and foam lining, which make the act of wearing a large visor on your face as inconspicuous as possible. Developers are still experimenting with VR, so the quality of games and apps varies greatly. However, early gems like Gunjack and Land’s End show the platform’s promise. Read our full review here.

Price: $60

Buy one now from:

SAMSUNG B&H AMAZON

Aquaovo Alter Ego Personal Water Filter

In our increasingly tech-based world, hiking and other outdoor activities seem more popular than ever, as people strive to connect with the natural world that seems so far away from us. Of course, nature, like a Greek goddess, can be both magnificent and cruel, and few things are crueler than sipping from a mountain stream only to swallow some nasty protozoa in the process. Thankfully, there exists a portable water purifier, perfect for any expedition or post-apocalyptic scenario. The Aquaovo Alter Ego Personal Water Filter removes harmful urban contaminants from untreated water while allowing beneficial trace minerals such as magnesium, calcium, and potassium to remain. The Alter Ego conveniently filters up to 750 liters of water without leaving an unsavory aftertaste. And the lightweight, BPA-free, squeezable design is perfect for camping or biking.

Price: $65

Buy one now from:
HORNE

Chromecast Ultra

With more 4K Tvs on the market, 4K streaming is becoming increasingly more important to consumers. While Google’s original Chromecast is still a viable — and affordable — option for streaming, Google’s created a new device specifically for the higher quality streaming format. The slick and simple Chromecast Ultra is an easy way to stream 4K video in your living room, though if you have a newer 4K TV, you likely already have the apps you need to do so. We’d recommend the Chromecast Ultra for those with older HDR TVs that don’t have too many streaming apps. Like Google’s other Chromecast devices, it’s an affordable option for high quality streaming; the Chromecast Ultra is $30 cheaper than the comparable Roku device. Read our full review.

Price: $70

Buy one now from:
BEST BUY GOOGLE STORE TARGET

Audio Technica AT-LP60

The second vinyl renaissance is surely upon us given the rising in record sales and popularity of nationwide events like Record Store Day. While you could easily spend $1,000 on a quality turntable, sometimes you just need something to get you started. Audio Technica’s AT-LP60 is perfect for the amateur audiophile, built with automatic operation in mind and catering to two speeds (33½ and 45 rpm). It additionally features a built-in phono amplifier, a replaceable stylus, and most importantly, smooth performance. All you have to do is place a record on the aluminum platter, press play, and listen to the iconic fuss and pops that defined a generation years before Apple was a tech company.

Price: $99

Buy one now from:
AMAZON WALMART

Amazon Echo Dot

Life is getting even more connected; Amazon’s Echo Dot is here to help. The compact device can connect to a number of apps, allowing it to control your home’s lights, fans, garage door, and thermostat. Not to mention, it can also play your favorite music and get a pizza delivered straight to your house. All of this is voice-controlled, using far-field voice recognition so it can hear you from across the room, regardless of where it’s placed. Using the Echo Dot helps the device learn your preferences, too — it’ll start to pick up on your speech patterns and vocabulary. For $50, it’s a cheaper alternative than some of its competitors. Read our full review.

Price: $50

Buy one now from:
AMAZON

Griffin WoodTones

Griffin’s budget-based, luxury headphones don’t pack the low-rumble punch of Beats. Nonetheless, they still manage to combine style with sound in such a way that’s both pleasing on the eyes and ears. The WoodTones provide accurate midrange sound for the price, with crisp treble and warm overtones, while showcasing a penchant for low-volume sound quality via the equipped 50mm neodymium drivers. They’re perfected for solitude, though not the best for your noisy commute to work, and available in one of three comfortable designs (walnut, sapele, and beech). Unfortauntely, we can’t deny the latter offering doesn’t resemble something you might see atop the shelves at IKEA.

Price: $27

Buy one now from:
AMAZON

Amazon Kindle

It may not come loaded with 10 LEDs or the luxury of page turn buttons like the much anticipated next generation Kindle Oasis; however, if you’re in the market for an e-reader, Kindle is still tops. The most recent version of the company’s classic device boasts 4GB of memory and an updated processor, as well as a fantastic touchscreen display that lets you browse thousands of books with ease. Furthermore, the device’s software includes Goodreads integration and a vocabulary builder, only complimenting its marathon battery life and comfortable design. It’s also lighter than you standard paperback, glare-free, and touts high contrast for visibility in most situations. Plus, it’s a dedicated e-reader, meaning it leaves push notifications and alerts at the door.

Price: $60

Buy one now from:
AMAZON

Olloclip

Available in a slew of different color combinations, the new-and-improved Olloclips looks to capitalize on the updated hardware and software powering the iPhone 6’s front and rear cameras. The unique devices adds lenses to both cameras at the same time, affording you the opportunity to capture photos that are compatible with most sharing and editing apps available. There’s both a 10x and 15x macro lens in addition to a standard wide-angle and fisheye lens. Best of all, you can attach the pocket-size lens kit using one of three wearable pendants — whether around your neck or on your bag.

Price: $75

Buy one now from:
AMAZON BEST BUY

Google Daydream View VR Headset

Virtual reality headsets are evolving each and every year; for an affordable, high quality device, you’re no longer limited to just Samsung Gear VR. Like with Samsung Gear VR, Daydream View requires a compatible phone to use the headset. Right now, that means, this will only work for you if you have a Google Pixel phone. Regardless, Daydream View stands out among the rest for its comfort and wearability. Made out of breathable fabric, the headset is lightweight — something that’s important for long wear. Daydream software itself is simple and easy to use with the wireless controller. The software itself is new, but new apps are being added all the time. In no time, it seems, Daydream will rival Gear VR when it comes to diversity. For those with a compatible phone, this is a great option for VR. Read our full review.

Price: $79

Buy now from:
BEST BUY

Phiaton BT 100 NC

Cords are so 20th century. Thankfully, the Phiaton BT 1oo Bluetooth headphones help update your audio game to the 21st century — even if your playlist is still stuck somewhere in the mid-’80s. There are better wireless ‘phones on the market, but for under $100, it doesn’t get any better than this. Phiaton’s superb active noise cancelling technology is further accented by the form-fitting earbuds, making these headphones ideal for frequent fliers. The unit is also IPX4-rated for sweat and water resistance, which is an added bonus for those with active lifestyles. And given the battery can last up to 12 hours, you can shamelessly jam out to your guilty pleasures for quite some time. Read our full review here.

Price: $75

Buy one now from:
AMAZON

Amazon Fire TV

Determined to extend its reach into every aspect of our lives, Amazon has brought its services into the living room with the Amazon Fire TV streaming box. Although the streaming market seems a bit crowded these days, the Fire TV can go toe-to-toe with the best of them, with a powerful box that brings the full arsenal of Amazon’s services. In addition to Prime streaming, the Fire TV allows users to play games and browse the internet on their TV. The box also supports 4k Ultra HD streaming, along with voice recognition software for hands-free browsing. The company even recently announced it was adding more than 1,000 channels, apps, and games to its software library, bringing the total number of available options available to more than 4,000. If there’s a flaw to be noted, it’s that an Amazon Prime membership is essential for making the most of the device. Prime members will find the Fire TV a perfect alternative to other streaming devices, however. Read our full review here.

Price: $90

Buy one now from:
AMAZON BEST BUY

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