10 gadgets and appliances under Rs 5,000 to gift your loved ones this Diwali

Diwali is often the best time for Indian households to bring home new kitchen appliances or upgrade their existing home appliances. However, it is also the perfect time to find interesting electronic items or home appliances to gift to your loved ones. The right kitchen appliances and electronic gadgets can be the difference between a delicious meal and a mediocre one.

While they come in plenty of shapes and form factors, finding the right one is never easy. For simplicity, we will classify the 10 items to buy this Diwali into electronic items and traditional home and kitchen appliances.

Gadgets to gift under Rs 5,000

As a time meant for giving and sharing joy, Diwali offers a range of deals on electronic items that also become a perfect gift for your family and friends. Here are the best electronic gift items you can buy under Rs 5,000 this Diwali.

1. Wireless earbuds

Whether you are jogging, working from home, or listening to a recipe in your kitchen, wireless earbuds can be a great companion. They are also an excellent gift for music lovers and there are popular models from brands like boAt, Realme, Noise and others available for under Rs 5,000 that deliver excellent sound, great battery life, and wireless convenience.

Should you be wondering which one to pick though, we recommend you check out options including the OnePlus Buds 3 and Sony WF-C500.

2. Smart speakers

Another nifty electronic gadget to bring home this Diwali under Rs 5,000 is a smart speaker. The likes of the Echo Dot and Google Nest Mini are the perfect gift for your friend or family member looking to create a smart home. 

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With built-in virtual assistants like Alexa and Google Assistant, you can ask for recipes for your favourite dish and cook in your kitchen without any stress.

3. Portable Bluetooth speakers

A portable Bluetooth speaker is a fantastic gift for the music lovers in your family, and this Diwali, you can find attractive deals on speakers from brands like JBL, Sony, boAt, and others under Rs 5,000. Some models are even water-resistant, which makes them ideal for use in a bathroom or kitchen. If you’re looking for the perfect pick, consider options such as the JBL GO 4 or the Sony Sony SRS-XB100.

4. Portable handheld vacuum cleaner

Vacuum cleaners are a great tool to clean your home but portable handheld vacuum cleaners make that cleaning personal. It is a handy gadget to keep your workplace, car or kitchen table clean. Brands like Agaro and Eureka Forbes offer portable handheld vacuum cleaners under Rs 5,000 that are easy to use and effectively clean dust, crumbs, and debris even in the smallest or tightest areas. One such example is Agaro’s Grand Bed 400W dry vacuum cleaner.

5. Electric kettle

This is a no-brainer. An electric kettle is a must-have for every home since it makes the task of quickly boiling water convenient. Under Rs 5,000, you can find electric kettles from brands like Croma, Pigeon, Havells, Prestige, and others. 

One of the best and most attractive looking offerings in the segment is Croma’s 1630W 1.5-litre electric ceramic kettle, which in addition to providing you with hot water for tea or coffee, or catering to those late night hunger pangs for Maggi, also adds a little pizazz to your space.

Appliances to gift under Rs 5,000

Should you be looking for something that your friends and family can use not just on the go, but at home as well, check out these five kitchen appliances that you can consider gifting them.

1. Induction Cooktop

An induction cooktop is an energy-efficient alternative to traditional gas stoves and is even seen to be safer. They heat up quickly and offer multiple heat settings. With multiple programs meant for cooking different dishes and automatic shut-off features, an induction cooktop is the perfect home appliance to gift under Rs 5,000. If you’re wondering which one to buy, you can check out the Philips Daily Collection 2100W induction cooktop, or the Croma 1600W induction cooktop.  

2. Toaster

If you are looking for a home appliance to help you with quick breakfasts then the toaster is a simple yet useful appliance. With wide slots and easy-to-clean crumb trays, brands like Bajaj, Morphy Richards, and Philips offer a variety of toasters in a budget-friendly range.

We recommend you check out are the Morphy Richards AT 205 800W toaster, which in addition to providing you with crisp and delicious toast in an instant, also elevates your kitchen space. If you’re looking for something slightly more heavy duty though, check out the Russell Hobbs 1500W 4-slice pop-up toaster.

3. Mixer grinder

Another essential home appliance available under Rs 5,000 is a mixer grinder. They are essential to grind spices, and make chutneys, and can even be used to grind hard ingredients such as grains, lentils, nuts, and seeds. 

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This Diwali, you can gift a mixer grinder with a powerful motor and 2 or 3 jars from reputed brands under Rs 5,000. Some options worth checking out are the Philips 750W 3-jar mixer grinder and the Havells Segno Plus 550W 3-jar juicer mixer-grinder.

4. Coffee maker

For coffee lovers, you can gift a simple drip coffee maker or a French press. Coffee makers make it easy to brew fresh coffee in minutes and there are budget-friendly options under Rs 5,000 offering features like brew-strength control and auto shut-off. Some of these are the Black+Decker 870W 4-cup Automatic Cappuccino & Espresso Coffee Maker, and the Wonderchef Regenta 800W Automatic Espresso and Cappuccino Coffee Maker.

5. Rice cooker

A rice cooker is a family-friendly kitchen appliance to gift under Rs 5,000 this Diwali. It is a convenient appliance for cooking rice without the hassle of boiling and checking, and it can also be used for steaming vegetables. You can find affordable rice cookers under Rs 5,000 that are ideal for small families. Take a look at the Panasonic Warmer series 2.2-litre electric rice cooker.

With these practical and useful electronic appliances under Rs 5,000, you can gift your family and friends products that will enhance their lifestyle. Whether you choose a rice cooker or an electric kettle, wireless earbuds or an induction cooktop, you can gift modern tools without breaking the bank.