Company Culture, Swag Ideas

The Best Personalized Gifts for Employees

When it comes to keeping employees happy, motivated and appreciated, personalized gifts are a time-tested home run every time.

Choosing the right gift for employees can be difficult though. Employees will love things that are thoughtful, useful, creative and give them a chance to show some company pride. Even though we don’t believe in the ‘perfect gift,’ we do believe that with a little bit of planning you can create high quality gifts that every team member will treasure!

Personalizing these gifts with your company logo will help endear your audience to your brand. A good gift for employees will make them smile and also reflect their importance within your company. At Swag.com we carry thousands of high quality items, all waiting to be customized with your logo or artwork.

To help get you started looking for an awesome team gift, we’ve put together some great gift ideas for your employees. Take a look, and see if anything catches your eye!

Personalized Tech Gifts

JBL Clip 4 Speaker

JBL Clip 4 Speaker in Black

Bluetooth speakers are among the most requested gifts for employees. This one is a fantastic choice, featuring expansive audio quality, a rugged design perfect for adventuring, and a handy clip that secures the device securely to your bag.

Qi Power Bank

Qi Power Bank shown with an example logo on it

Not all power banks are created equal. This one can charge two USB devices at once and has a large capacity of 10,000 mAh for hours worth of charge time.

Custom Tile Mate 2.0 Tracker

Custom Tile Mate 2.0 Tracker in Black

The Tile Mate 2.0 is the best way to track items like keys, wallets, or anything else you can think of (and frequently misplace). Simply attach it to your keyring, and use the downloadable app to locate the Tile Mate whenever the need arises.

Read more: Choosing Tech Swag Your Employees Will Love

Eco Friendly Personalized Gifts

Recycled Cotton Tote Bag

Recycled Cotton Tote Bag

If you don’t offer your employees a high-quality tote bag with your company logo on it, are you even a company at all? Choose one that is both environmentally friendly and rugged enough to handle years’ worth of trips to the farmers market by going with this recycled cotton model.

Aviana 4 Pack Reusable Straw Set

Aviana 4-Pack Reusable Straw Set of reusable metal straws with a black travel case and cleaning brush.

Plastic straws are out, and custom gifts are in. Put two and two together to get the Aviana Reusable straw set, an awesome office gift that encourages eco-friendly behavior and wellness at the same time.

Ocean 17 Oz. Water Bottle

Ocean 17 Oz. Water Bottles shown in an array of colors

The 17oz Ocean Bottle is an award-winning water bottle made from completely recycled plastics and aluminum. Simply put, it’s green, it’s gorgeous and it will keep your drinks as hot or cold as you need them. An outstanding water bottle choice.

Read more: How to Build an Eco-Friendly Swag Box

Personalized Office Gifts

QI Mouse Pad

Qi Mouse Pad shown with a mouse on it

With home offices becoming more and more important for remote employees, providing a comfortable and productive setup for workers is an essential task. This wireless charging mouse pad is a good start.

Timbuk2 Eco Parkside 2.0 Backpack

Timbuk2 Eco Parkside 2.0 Backpack shown with an example company logo on the front

Timbuk2 Eco Parkside 2.0 Backpack is perfect for carrying a computer safely and comfortably, as well as organizing cords, pens and other small items.

Karst Stone Paper Hardcover Notebook

Karst Stone Paper Hardcover Notebook in Black with an example logo screenprinted on the front

Finished with a waterproof cover, the Karst Notebook is the ultimate in luxury office supplies. Rarely does a notebook turn heads, but Karst pulls it off. The pages are made of recycled stone, making then tear-resistant and with an ultra-smooth surface.

Read more: How to Choose an Office Gift.

Personalized Gifts For Home

Monaco Coffee Mug

16 Oz. Monaco Mug shown in Grey/Orange with "your logo here" on the front

Simple, clean lines define the 16 ounce Monaco Coffee Mug. If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it— this gorgeous take on the classic diner mug is tasteful and comfortable. Best of all, it comes in great colors and is both microwave and dishwasher safe!

Micro Coral Plush Blanket

Micro Coral Plush Blanket in Navy folded with an example logo on top

Blankets are perennial favorites for employees; they are useful, fun and offer a chance to display company pride in a tasteful way. This polyester model is soft as they come, and big enough to keep two people snuggly on the couch.

FujiFilm Disposable Camera

FujiFilm Disposable Camera shown from the front

Custom disposable cameras are a smart gift to go along with events like company picnics or retreats. Offer them to your employees and encourage them to use them throughout the day. Bonus points for getting the film developed yourself.

Read more: 17 Work From Home Care Package Ideas

Personalized Wellness Gifts

Neck Wrap

Neck Wrap

This weighted Neck Wrap will feel amazing against your skin while providing a spa experience in your home, office, or even on a plane! It will help release tension or cool you down for a calming treat.

11 Oz. Glass Jar Candle

11 Oz. Glass Jar Candle with an example logo printed on the side

The Ocean Mist and Moss 11 oz Glass Jar Candle smells like a vacation! This phthalate-free and lead-free candle is made from food-grade soy wax. It also has double cotton cored wicks and a burn time of 65 hours. Sure to be a favorite in a gift box for your employees!

Serene House Glass Diffuser

Serene House Glass Diffuser lit up and in use

The Serene House Aroma Diffuser fills a space with beautiful scents and runs up to 4-hours continuously or up to 8-hours intermittently.

Read more: Top Ideas for Employee Wellness Kits or Gifts

Personalized Holiday Gifts for Employees

The North Face Unisex Softshell Jacket

The North Face Unisex Softshell Jacket shown in Urban Navy on a male model

The North Face makes apparel that takes people to the top of mountains. Prepare your team for anything with this midweight jacket that is perfect for breaking the wind and commuting into the office. This jacket is also available in a women’s cut/fit.

Slowtide Recycled Blanket

Slowtide Recycled Blanket in Paisley Park

This blanket is made from 100% recycled plastic, reclaimed from ocean-bound water bottles. Help your employees feel good about saving the planet while keeping warm and cozy this holiday season.

Chocolate Covered Pretzels

Chocolate Covered Pretzels in 3 flavors sown in a clear plastic box with a blue ribbon and silver print

Do we even have to explain this one? Pretzels rock. Chocolate rocks. Yogurt rocks. Sprinkles rock. You do the math.

Read more: Top 30 Thoughtful Corporate Holiday Gifts for Employees

Whatever gifts you decide to get for your employees, Swag.com can help you customize, store and ship them however you need. Check out our distribution platform if you want to see how we can make sure your gifts make it to your audience, wherever they are in the world.


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