Quick Overview

Barkbox

From $20 at Barkbox

Cat Person cat food subscription

From $33.50 at Cat Person

Petlibro Wi-Fi Automatic Cat Food Dispenser

$90 at Amazon

Catastrophic Creations “The Lift” Cat Hammock

$89 at AmazonMore options

Catit Senses 2.0 Flower Fountain

$28 at Amazon$32 at Wayfair$19 at PetcoSee more optionsMore options

K&H heated cat bed

$46 at Amazon$68 at NeweggSee more optionsMore options

PetCube Bites 2 Lite treat slinger

$105 at Amazon$121 at QVC$93 at PetcoSee more options

Petkit BPA Free Dog Water Bottle with Filter

$13 at Amazon

Pretty Litter subscription

From $24 at Pretty Litter

Ruffwear Dog Cooling Vest

$22 at AmazonMore options

Timbuk2 Muttmover Luxe Backpack

$149 at Amazon$187 at NeweggSee more optionsSee 6 more

BarkBox monthly subscription

Barkbox

Barkbox

You can buy your pet the cutest, squeakiest toys but you know they won’t last forever: your dog will tear even the sturdiest plush to shreds eventually. You can at least stay ahead of them with a Barkbox subscription, which will deliver a themed box full of funny toys and delicious treats once a month. The themes will make you laugh, while your dog will love having a package that’s all for them. — Kris Naudus, Contributing Reporter

From $20 at Barkbox

Cat Person cat food subscription

Cat Person

Cat Person cat food subscription

Previously, my husband and I usually bought cat food at the grocery during our weekly shop. Then, sometime during COVID lockdown, all of the cat food was suddenly sold out. As I was browsing online to see if we could get some delivered, I came across CatPerson, a subscription service for cat food. On top of that, the food looked high-quality, with natural ingredients and 50 percent more protein than the industry standard. I decided to try it out, and my household hasn’t looked back. The cat absolutely loves it and we like that there are 16 different flavors so she’ll never get bored. Bonus: the delivery box easily converts into either a toy or a kitty chalet for the cat to play around in. — Nicole Lee, Commerce Writer

From $33.50 at Cat Person

Petlibro Wi-Fi Automatic Cat Food Dispenser

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Petlibro Wi-Fi Automatic Cat Food Dispenser

Ok, so maybe this is more for me than my cat, but I have to believe my cat loves this automatic feeder from Petlibro as much as I do. This Wi-Fi connected feeder is probably the best thing I’ve bought for both my cat and myself because it ensures she’s getting fed regularly throughout the day, keeps her food portions controlled and keeps me posted throughout the day. All I have to do is fill the feeder up with my cat’s favorite dry food and set the dispensing schedule I want. I like to give her two large meals each day, with a snack in between, so I set the standard schedule to follow those instructions. But the great thing is that I can skip any one of those three feedings throughout the day if I see that my cat is less hungry than usual and hasn’t eaten all of her food yet. The dispenser is not as loud as you might think when it’s sliding food into her bowl, and my cat was only startled by it during the first week or so of using it. Now, regardless of if I’m out for the day or out for the weekend, I know my cat’s getting fed on schedule. — Valentina Palladino, Senior Commerce Editor

$90 at Amazon

Catastrophic Creations "The Lift" Cat Hammock

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Catastrophic Creations “The Lift” Cat Hammock

When I first saw this, $80 felt like a big splurge for a piece of cat furniture I wasn’t even sure if my kitty would like. But after more than a year with Catastrophic Creations’ “The Lift,’‘ I’m so glad I took the chance. The wall-mounted hammock is exceptionally well made, and comes in a variety of colors and finishes so you can match your existing decor. Most importantly: my cat absolutely loves having her own space, a few feet above the couch, where she can nap in the sun and silently judge us from above. The company makes a range of other wall-mounted cat furniture as well, so you can set up an entire elevated playground, complete with mini Indiana Jones-style rope bridges, scratching posts and feeding stations. But even if you’re not ready for all that (or just lack the wall space), the cat hammock is the best of both: a comfy nap spot and a new place to run to when the zoomies hit. — Karissa Bell, Senior Reporter

$89 at Amazon

Catit Senses 2.0 Flower Fountain

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Catit Senses 2.0 Flower Fountain

Cats generally prefer drinking moving water; if you ever see your kitty splashing her water around in the bowl, that’s why. It’s also one of the reasons many people suggest getting a water fountain for your cat. We ended up getting the Catit Senses 2.0 Flower Fountain for our little one. It has three different water flow settings and a triple-action filter that helps ensure the water is as fresh as possible. On top of that, we love that it looks like a little plastic flower pot. — N.L.

$28 at AmazonExplore More Buying Options$32 at Wayfair$19 at Petco

K&H heated cat bed

K&H Pet Products

K&H heated cat bed

In my house, we’ve nicknamed this bed “the hottub,” because our resident cat loves to sit in here for hours, especially in the winter months. The K&H bed is simple, yet effective. There’s a built-in heating pad stashed in the base of the bed that keeps it at a consistently cozy (and safe) temperature. The cover is also removable, so it’s easy to wash up, which is a good thing when your cat spends hours a day in there. — K.B.

$46 at AmazonExplore More Buying Options$68 at Newegg

Pet Cube Bites 2 Lite treat slinger

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PetCube Bites 2 Lite treat slinger

From the affordable Cam to the more luxurious Bites 2, PetCube offers several different pet camera models, but we like the Bites 2 Lite for its balance of price and features. You get a treat dispenser with a 1080p camera that features automatic night vision and 8x digital zoom. It also comes with support for two-way audio. The Bites 2 Lite doesn’t come with Alexa built-in, but there’s a good chance you don’t need Amazon’s voice assistant on a device you use to check on your pet and toss them treats when they’ve been a good boy or girl. — Igor Bonafacic, Contributing Reporter

$105 at AmazonExplore More Buying Options$121 at QVC$93 at Petco

PetKit Dog Water Bottle

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Petkit BPA Free Dog Water Bottle with Filter

If your doge is anything like mine, they’re mostly floof and easily get thirsty on warm, sunny days. After trying several different dog-specific water bottles, I found the travel bottle from PetKit ideal for helping my canine companion stay hydrated. It’s only $13 but can hold up to 14 ounces of liquid and features a clever design that limits spillage. A silica gel gasket and lock ring also help ensure that the bottle won’t leak in your backpack. I take it on almost every walk with my dog and he always seems thankful when he can drink from it. — I.B.

$13 at Amazon

Pretty Litter subscription

Pretty Litter

Pretty Litter subscription

My husband and I love our cat very much, but boy, does her poop stink up the joint. After seeing an ad for Pretty Litter online, we decided to try it out to see if it would help us. Fortunately, it does, and more. Not only does it have super absorbent silicon crystals that trap odor, but it actually changes color to tell you if your cat has any urinary tract issues. Of course, this doesn’t replace going to the vet, but it’s nice to know what’s going on with your cat’s health. Since the litter is so efficient at keeping odor away, we’ve found that we actually use less litter than before, which helps reduce waste. Plus, our cat seems to like it too. On top of that, the company offers a subscription service, delivering a new bag to your door every month. — N.L.

From $24 at Pretty Litter

Ruffwear Dog Cooling Vest

Ruffwear

Ruffwear Dog Cooling Vest

The Ruffwear Dog Cooling Vest is ideal for hiking and camping fans in warm climates, and it’s incredibly simple to use. Dunk the vest in water, wring it out and buckle it onto your dog — that’s it, and your buddy is ready to run around in the sun. The Ruffwear vest has an Ultraviolet Protection Factor rating of 50+, a built-in leash slot and a three-layer design that encourages evaporative cooling. It comes in sizes from x-x-small to x-large, and it costs around $50, or about as much as a Patagonia workout shirt (for humans, that is). — Jessica Conditt, Senior Reporter

$22 at Amazon

Timbuk2 Muttmover Luxe backpack

Timbuk2

Timbuk2 Muttmover Luxe Backpack

Hopefully, your pet will be too comfortable in this bag to care that it’s called a “Muttmover.” This backpack from Timbuk2 is designed to carry your dog (or cat, we guess), their water bowl, and even your own gadgets, with padded shoulder straps and plenty of external pockets. The main bag has a zippered hole big enough for your pet’s head to poke through while you walk, while the entire front panel unzips for easy extraction. The interior is easy to wipe down and made of durable ripstop nylon fabric, and it even comes with a collapsible dog bowl. — J.C.

$149 at AmazonExplore More Buying Options$187 at Newegg

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Quick Overview

Miir New Standard Carafe

$80 at Amazon

Fellow Carter 3-in-1 Sip System

$49 at AmazonMore options

AeroPress XL

$70 at Amazon$70 at TargetSee more optionsMore options

Cusinart Electric Burr One-Touch Automatic Grinder

$45 at Amazon$45 at WalmartSee more optionsMore options

Fellow Tally

$185 at Amazon$185 at Sur La TableSee more options

Cosori Gooseneck Electric Kettle

$70 at Amazon

Baratza Encore

$150 at eBay

Hario Mizudashi cold brew maker

$21 at Amazon

Fellow Prismo AeroPress attachment

$25 at Fellow

Technivorm Moccamaster KBGT

$400 at eBaySee 5 more

Miir New Standard Carafe

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Miir New Standard Carafe

Miir’s insulated stainless steel carafe is everything I ever wanted a Chemex to be. The top is a funneled pour over brewer, complete with pour spout, just like a glass Chemex. There’s a stopper too, so you don’t lose heat between servings. What’s more, the top part is removable so you can add one of the company’s leak-proof lids for transport. So if you’re thinking of giving a multi-serving pour over maker this year, Miir is a great option for keeping coffee warm for hours. — Billy Steele, Senior News Editor

$80 at Amazon

Fellow Carter 3-in-1 Sip System

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Fellow Carter 3-in-1 Sip System

Fellow’s Carter Move Mug is one of my favorite travel cups due to its great insulation, curved lip and included splash guard. With the Sip System, the company makes the Carter an even more compelling gift option by adding slide and cold lids to the arsenal. Now, the mug is a complete package, easier to use while driving and better suited to cold beverages. — B.S.

$49 at Amazon

AeroPress XL

Aeropress

AeroPress XL

The tried-and-true brewing method has been supersized, and the bigger version makes a great gift for coffee nerds. The AeroPress XL offers twice the capacity as the original, which means the coffee nerd in your life can make enough for two people at once – or a super-sized serving for themselves. This version also comes with a carafe for brewing into. The XL still offers the ability to make espresso, pour over and french press-style brews depending on how you use it. And even though the bigger model takes up more space, it’s still quite packable for travel. — B.S.

$70 at AmazonExplore More Buying Options$70 at Target

Cusinart Electric Burr One-Touch Automatic Grinder

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Cusinart Electric Burr One-Touch Automatic Grinder

Before I upgraded, I had a Cuisinart DBM-8 that served me well for years, and it was still doing so when I put it out to pasture. It’s a burr grinder so it provides a consistent grind size with 18 different options to choose from. The hopper holds eight ounces of beans while the canister can accommodate enough ground coffee for 32 cups. Since the coffee drinker on your list probably won’t need that much often (if ever), there’s a selector that will automatically grind between four and 18 cups worth at the press of a button. — B.S.

$45 at AmazonExplore More Buying Options$45 at Walmart

Fellow Tally

Fellow Tally

Fellow Tally

You certainly don’t need to spend a lot on a coffee scale, but some companies throw in extra features that make us reconsider, especially when you’re shopping for someone special. Fellow’s Tally is a good example of this, combining weight accuracy with a Brew Assist Mode to help dial in the correct ratio for perfect pour-overs. There’s also a Timer Mode for more experienced users that only need time and weight info for their brewing process. Tally can be used in Weight Mode as a small kitchen scale that reads out grams, ounces, pounds and milliliters (up to 5.5 lbs). The rechargeable battery should last around three months, but you can still use the Tally when it’s plugged in via a USB-C port. — B.S.

$185 at AmazonExplore More Buying Options$185 at Sur La Table

Cosori Gooseneck Electric Kettle

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Cosori Gooseneck Electric Kettle

A good kettle is essential if you want to up your home-brewing game, and it can help make a bunch of other things too like tea, ramen and more. Cosori’s Gooseneck Electric Kettle packs most crucial features into a relatively compact kettle that’s also priced right at $70. Goosenecks can be intimidating but they give you much more control when pouring over a Chemex, and we think Cosori’s, with its matte black finish, also looks pretty nice on most countertops. It has a stainless steel interior and five presets so you can easily get the perfect temperature for things like green tea, black coffee and more. Plus, the “hold temp” option lets you set and forget the water for a bit; you can turn it on before you start your morning routine and come back to perfectly heated water, ready for whatever’s picking you up that morning. — Valentina Palladino, Senior Commerce Editor

$70 at Amazon

Baratza Encore

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Baratza Encore

Coffee grinders come in all shapes and sizes and with varying degrees of performance. You can get a solid Cuisinart for less than $40 that will serve you well, but if you’re looking to impress the coffee aficionado in your life with a nice gift, you’ll have to do better. Baratza’s Encore grinder has been a popular choice among roasters and coffee pros for a while now. It’s a little pricey for a grinder, but it offers a ton of attractive features that will immediately improve brewing regardless of method.

The controls are simple: There’s an on/off button on the side and a pulse button on the front. The Encore offers 40 grind settings so you can get the exact coffee you need for automatic brewers, AeroPress, Chemex, French press and more. This grinder is also relatively compact, so it won’t take up a lot of counter space, and it fits nicely under your cabinets.

$150 at eBay

Hario Mizudashi cold brew maker

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Hario Mizudashi cold brew maker

If the coffee geek on your list enjoys cold brew coffee during the warmer months, this is a great gift option for them. I’ve been using the Hario Mizudashi for years and I really enjoy the consistent, smooth results it produces. The simple, affordable pitcher holds a filter where you load the coarse-ground coffee of your choice. You then fill it with water, give the wet grounds a quick stir and secure the lid. In 8-12 hours, you’ll have delicious cold brew ready for ice and a splash of milk (if that’s your preference). While you can simply remove the filter and serve from the pitcher, it’s not air tight, so you won’t want to use it for days-long storage. There’s also plenty of liquid trapped in the filter when it’s submerged, so you’ll want to let that drain in another container instead of wasting it. — B.S.

$21 at Amazon

Fellow Prismo AeroPress attachment

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Fellow Prismo AeroPress attachment

The AeroPress is a versatile brewing device and that’s why we keep it on your coffee gift guide list. But with the help of Fellow’s affordable attachment, you can help the coffee drinker in your life take the humble method up a notch. The Prismo houses a pressure-actuated valve designed to mimic the process of making espresso so you can “pull a shot” without a machine. This creates the “crema” that you don’t typically get just by brewing stronger coffee with the AeroPress alone. The Prismo also comes with a reusable filter so you’re not burning through the paper ones an AeroPress usually requires. Prismo is not compatible with AeroPress XL. — B.S.

$25 at Fellow

Technivorm Moccamaster KBGT

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Technivorm Moccamaster KBGT

Technivorm’s Moccamaster coffee brewers are true workhorses, making a full carafe in four-to-six minutes. The boiling element quickly heats water to between 196-205 degrees Farenheit before moving water up a glass tube and out over the brew basket. Pulsing water delivery simulates a pour-over by blooming the grounds and the cone-shaped basket maximizes extraction. A thermal carafe maintains just-brewed temperature for up to an hour, although the coffee will stay warm for much longer than that. All of that combines for a great coffee maker that makes an excellent gift. — B.S.

$400 at eBay

Coffee subscriptions

What do you get the coffee nerd who has everything? Well, we’re always down to try new beans. Most coffee roasters offer a subscription of some type with varying frequency based on consumption habits. And even if they don’t, you can still send a bag or two as a one-time gift. Some of my favorites include Vignette in Greensboro, North Carolina and Vesta in Las Vegas, which has been a lifesaver during CES. — B.S.

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