The Verge’s 2026 Mother’s Day gift guide

GadgetsCloseGadgetsPosts from this topic will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed.FollowFollowSee All GadgetsTechCloseTechPosts from this topic will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed.FollowFollowSee All TechVerge ShoppingCloseVerge ShoppingPosts from this topic will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed.FollowFollowSee All Verge ShoppingThe Verge’s 2026 Mother’s Day gift guideFrom time-saving gadgets to more sentimental picks, we’ve pooled together Mother’s Day gifts for every type of mom.If you buy something from a Verge link, Vox Media may earn a commission. See our ethics statement.by Sheena VasaniCloseSheena VasaniCommerce WriterPosts from this author will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed.FollowFollowSee All by Sheena VasaniApr 27, 2026, 3:00 PM UTCLinkShareIf you buy something from a Verge link, Vox Media may earn a commission. See our ethics statement. Image: The VergeSheena VasaniCloseSheena VasaniPosts from this author will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed.FollowFollowSee All by Sheena Vasani writes about tech news, reviews gadgets, and helps readers save money by highlighting deals and product recommendations for The Verge.Whether it’s managing a busy home or looking out for everyone around them, moms spend a lot of time every day caring for others. Mother’s Day, May 10th, is an opportunity to return the favor, so we’ve rounded up practical gadgets and little luxuries that can lighten her load.This year’s picks are designed to support moms in a variety of ways, regardless of their interests. Some of our recs, like Roborock’s mop-equipped Q10 Plus, can help save precious time, while smart screens like the Skylight Calendar 2 can help take the stress out of managing a busy family schedule. Other gifts are all about relaxation and self-care, whether through wellness tracking, massage, or a salon-like blowout.As always, we’ve thrown in a few sentimental items — including a digital photo frame and an illustrated mug — just in case you want something a little more personal. No matter what she’s into, though, you’ll surely find something below that will make her special day even better.How much do you want to spend?Under $20$21 to $50$51 to $150$151 to $400$401+Birdfy Feeder$100$20050% off$100Birdfy’s smart feeder lets mom appreciate each feathery friend as they stop by and eat. The feeder’s 1080p camera can record and identify birds that swing by for a snack, offering beautiful close-up views. Users will also receive alerts and video clips on their phones via the app, so they’ll never miss a moment.Read More$109 at Amazon (non-solar)$136 at Amazon (solar)$100 at Birdfy (non-solar)Shark FlexStyle Air Hair Styler and Dryer$229$35035% off$229The Shark FlexStyle Air is like getting multiple hair tools in one. It works as both a powerful hair dryer and a styling tool, with add-ons for curling, smoothing, and introducing volume. It’s lighter and often more affordable than comparable tools, but still delivers salon-like results at home for all types of hair.Read More$229 at Amazon$230 at Best Buy$230 at SharkNinjaIkea Kallsup speaker$10$10Considering how little Ikea’s Kallsup speaker costs, there’s no reason mom should still be relying on her phone to play the latest K-pop tracks. The colorful Bluetooth cube looks adorable, and it’s cheap enough that you can gift more than one, letting her connect multiple speakers to…

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