Mother’s Day always lands on the second weekend of May, which means you’ve only got until Sunday, May 11 to find Mum a gift that’ll knock her socks off – and no, actual socks won't cut it for Mother’s Day 2025. Mum deserves something special this year and if you're struggling to think of perfect Mother's Day gift ideas, we're here to help!
Retailers like Amazon and JB Hi-Fi offer excellent options with speedy delivery, but we don't recommend putting off your shopping until the last minute. The best Mother's Day gifts require thought and preparation even if you're not spending hours creating a Mother's Day hamper or crafting a homemade present.
Of course, the perfect Mother's Day gift will differ from one mum to the next – that's why our gift ideas account for mums of varying tastes across different budgets. We know Mother's Day high tea is a classic for a reason, but if you're looking for something different this year snagging one of the best headphones, multi-cookers, ereaders, tablets or coffee machines might have it beat.
Unsurprisingly, TechRadar isn't the place for Mother's Day craft ideas or DIY gifts – all our gifts lean towards the techy side – but we've made sure mum doesn't have to read code to enjoy them. And hey, if she needs some assistance setting up her new gadget, you can help her over Mother's Day lunch.
Mother's Day 2025 key retailers
- Amazon: everything mum could need from clothes, to tech and books
- Bose: for the audiophile mums + 10% off with our coupon code
- Breville: the best coffee machines & more – code BREVFUTURE10 for 10% off
- Dyson: premium vacuums, fans, hair care and more
- EcoFlow: all mum's portable power and solar energy needs
- Emma Sleep: gift more z's this Mother's Day with an Emma Sleep mattress
- Groupon: save on experiences, travel, food and more
- HP: laptops, PCs, printers, monitors, tablets and more – FUTURE5 for 5% off
- JB Hi-Fi: TVs, speakers, headphones, games, vinyl records and more
- JBL Australia: headphones, earbuds, microphones and soundbars
- KitchenAid: kitchen tools and appliances for the cooking and baking mums
- Myer: fashion, fragrance, headphones, smartwatches, travel and more
- Samsung: save on premium phones, tablets, TVs and more
- Ted's Cameras: home of all things cameras, lenses and photo-taking
- The Good Guys: appliances, TV's, phones, tablets and more
- The Iconic: fast delivery of fashion, audio, fragrance and more
Best Mother's Day gift ideas under AU$100
Sony WF-C510 earbuds
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The best budget earbuds on the market, the Sony WF-C510 offer perhaps the best value of any of our Mother's Day gift ideas. Our reviewer enjoyed them so much that he'd choose them over a pair of the more expensive AirPods 4 – and costing just AU$77, you'll have money left over for flowers. Running for 11 hours solo, and another 11 after charging in their case, whether mum is sitting at her desk, cooking dinner, feeding the bub or exercising, these buds will be there.
Read our full Sony WF-C510 review
Blink Mini 2 smart security camera
Blink Mini 2 smart home camera
Blink is Amazon's more affordable range of smart security gadgets compared to Ring products, and we think this Blink Mini 2 camera makes for the perfect Mother's Day gift. Working both indoors and outdoors, this plug-in smart camera offers incredibly easy setup, HD video, night vision, an LED spotlight and clear two-way audio. Whether you want to keep an eye on each room or the dog in the backyard, the Blink Mini 2 is an affordable and easy way to give mum peace of mind this Mother's Day.
Read our full Blink Mini 2 review
Amazon Echo Dot (5th Gen)
One of the biggest problems we had with this smart speaker was that it isn't a giant upgrade over previous generations – adding a small array of features to an already impressive device. That's irrelevant if this would be mum's first Echo device though, and the fifth generation device offers the best sound quality of any Echo Dot and new tap gestures that make it even easier to use when you don't want to take advantage of its Alexa integration. Providing mum with easy-to-set alarms, weather updates and speedy information as well as the ability to work as a regular Bluetooth speaker, there's not much to dislike about this Amazon Echo Dot – you can even spend a little more to get the model with a handsome clock face.
Read our full Amazon Echo Dot (5th Gen) review
Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K
While the Apple TV 4K is by far our favourite streaming device, if you're looking to broaden mum's viewing horizons it doesn't get much better at this price than the Fire TV Stick 4K. Offering incredibly easy installation – just plug it into the TV's HDMI port and go – all you need to do is log mum into her Prime Video, Disney Plus or Apple TV Plus account to get streaming. If your budget can stretch a little, we recommend the Fire TV Stick 4K Max, Google 4K TV Streamer and Fire TV Cube.
Read our full Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K review
Apple AirTag tracker
We're sneaking the Apple AirTag into this price bracket as an individual tag is only AU$49, but we'd recommend getting mum the four-pack. While it retails for AU$165 (with each individual tag coming down to AU$41.25) we've seen the four-pack as low as AU$124 in Australia – bringing the price of the individual tag to just AU$31. If mum's an iPhone user who goes on trips regularly and needs to keep track of her luggage, or is just always losing her keys, an AirTag is the perfect gift for Mother's Day 2025. If mum isn't an Apple user, the Samsung Galaxy SmartTag 2 and Tile Mate Bluetooth tracker are also fantastic and better suited to Samsung and Android devices.
Read our full Apple AirTag review
Best Mother's Day gift ideas under AU$200
Amazon Kindle (2024)
If mum is an avid reader, there's no better AU$200 you could spend this Mother's Day. The standard Kindle model isn't the best ereader we've ever used, but it is more than fine for most people – as long as you don't get it wet – and the 2024 model even comes in a delightful Matcha Green colour. With a bright screen and smooth performance, if mum's been wanting an ereader and you're working on a budget, this is the perfect buy. If your budget can stretch to AU$250, we do prefer the waterproof Kobo Clara BW.
Read our full Amazon Kindle (2024) review
Fitbit Inspire 3
Coming in black, orange or lilac, the Fitbit Inspire 3 is perfect for a mum who's looking to take control of her health – especially if she doesn't want a larger smartwatch. It's packed full of features like sleep, heart rate and Sp02 monitoring, as well as general tracking features for over 20 activities. Plus, its small AMOLED display is bright, colourful and surprisingly easy to view. Even if mum does struggle to view it though, the smartphone app makes it easy to read and analyse her metrics. Lasting about 10 days on a single charge, it's the perfect partner for your mum's fitness journey.
Read our full Fitbit Inspire 3 review
Ember Temperature Control Mug 2
Is mum always heating her coffee up in the microwave or constantly re-filling her mug with hot water? With the Ember Smart Mug 2 mum will never have to worry about her drink going cold again. It might seem unnecessary but having a self-heating mug is one of those things mum won't realise she was missing until she has it. For any mum who loves a hot cuppa, the Ember Temperature Control Smart Mug 2 is the gift for you. The 177ml model retails for AU$169, but the 295ml version can be found for not much more.
Theragun Relief
We haven't reviewed this model, but Therabody's Theragun hardly needs any introduction when it comes to massage guns and this Relief model is perfect for mums with aches and pains from vigorous workouts, working at a desk or just sleeping poorly. If you're looking to avoid the premium costs of the Theragun Pro or Hydragun, the Theragun Relief's lightweight and comfortable build, three different attachments and one-button control make it a great gift for mum this year.
Ring Video Doorbell
It doesn’t quite fit into our list of the best video doorbells, as there are both cheaper and more premium options, but if AU$200 is your budget, this is the smart doorbell for you. It offers head-to-toe video so you can see who’s at your door, a live view mode and two-way talk so you can speak to guests through your phone from anywhere. Whether mum is sick of missing deliveries or just wants to say hi to dad when he comes home, it makes for a great present in 2025.
Read our full Ring Video Doorbell (Wired) review
Best Mother's Day gift ideas under AU$300
Kobo Clara Colour
The Kobo Libra Colour is our favourite ereader on the market in 2025, but the Kobo Clara Colour is perfect for those who want a simple, easy-to-use ereader with a colour display. It sports a 6-inch screen, lets you listen to audiobooks, has a decent battery life and can be safely used around water thanks to its waterproof, eco-conscious build. It doesn't have all the bells and whistles of its Libra sibling, but it's incredibly impressive at its price.
Read our full Kobo Clara Colour review
KitchenAid Go Cordless Hand Mixer
A cordless hand mixer is something every mum dreams of, especially when whipping up birthday cakes and getting into a tangle with her old-school beater. Her dream could become a reality this Mother's Day, thanks to this cordless KitchenAid hand mixer that will let her place the mixing bowl wherever she wants, hold it comfortably and use it without plugging in a cord. And don't worry about losing power by going cordless – this hand mixer's seven speeds are plenty powerful for most mixes and delivers up to 60 minutes of runtime.
Apple AirPods 4
Both the regular and noise-cancelling models fit into this price category, and whichever model you choose mum will have a fantastic pair of earbuds. Both offer a secure fit, excellent sound and spatial audio, with the only difference being the impressive noise cancellation of the more expensive model. Incredibly comfortable for hours on end, if mum's an iPhone user these are the earbuds for her.
Read our full AirPods 4 and Apple AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation reviews
Nespresso Vertuo Pop
In our guide to the best coffee machines on the market, we actually list the Nespresso Pixie as the best pod machine. And, if you're shopping around the AU$300 mark the Nespresso Pixie is a great choice (or the smaller, easier-to-find Nespresso Essenza Mini which basically only differs in design). However, the Nespresso Vertuo Pop is our pick for mum this year as it's regularly available for less than AU$100, and is likely to be discounted around Mother's Day. Even at its AU$229 RRP though, this is an excellent pod machine that offers great tasting coffee quickly and easily – just remember making the first coffee for her is part of the gift.
Read our full Nespresso Vertuo Pop review
Amazon Echo Show 8 (3rd Gen)
A considerable improvement over its predecessor, the Amazon Echo Show 8 is one of Australia's best smart displays if you're trying to stay under AU$300 this Mother's Day. It offers excellent audio and performance to go with a sharp, responsive display. Perfect for recipe watch-alongs while cooking, video calling loved ones and as a digital photo frame, it's perfect for mum.
Read our full Amazon Echo Show (3rd Gen) review
ghd Helios Professional hair dryer
This is certainly an expensive hair dryer, but it's also more than half the price of a Dyson Supersonic – and even more affordable when discounted. While it might not quite reach the heights of Dyson's premium hair dryer, it comes close – and the price difference is too much to ignore. That's why it's easily one of the best hair dryers. Drying your hair quickly and leaving it shiny and frizz-free, the ghd Helios is everything you want from a hair dryer without the exorbitant prices of some others out there on the market.
Read our full ghd Helios Professional hair dryer review
Best Mother's Day gift ideas under AU$500
Apple iPad 10.9-inch
Still one of the best tablets you can buy in 2025, the 2022 10.9-inch iPad is perfect for mums who would love a larger display to do everything they do on their phone. From scrolling social media, sending emails, video chatting, reading news and watching the best streaming services, this iPad provides a fantastic experience. Apple still has it listed at AU$599, but across every major retailer in Australia AU$487 is its new standard price.
Read our full iPad 10.9 (2022) review
Sony WH-1000XM4
If money is no object, the Sony WH-1000XM5 or Bose QuietComfort Ultra headphones are our picks, but the Sony WH-1000XM4 cans are still the best headphones overall. First and foremost, they're much cheaper than the above headphones while offering a very similar experience. We thought they were the best headphones ever made when they came out, and while that might no longer be the case, if mum loves to listen to her favourite songs, podcasts and audiobooks in her own world – or needs to block out the noise of her daily commute – they're our pick.
Read our full Sony WH-1000XM4 review
Apple Watch SE 2
The Apple Watch SE 3 could be coming soon – though maybe not – but right now there is no better smartwatch on the market than the Apple Watch SE 2 at this price. It does almost everything you could expect of a standard Apple Watch, from excellent health and workout metrics to seamless iOS integration while remaining affordable. More than good enough for most people, the only issue we have is its 18 hour battery life – with other brands offering several days, if not weeks – but it's still easily one of the best at this price range, especially for Apple users. If mum is an Android user, consider the Pixel Watch 3 or Samsung Galaxy Watch 7.
Read our full Apple Watch SE review
Nintendo Switch Lite
The Nintendo Switch 2 is on the horizon and we're all very excited, but the smaller portable-only Nintendo Switch Lite might just be the best way to say happy Mother's Day this year. While you can grab the standard Nintendo Switch for family fun, the Switch lite allows mum to play all her favourite Nintendo games and NES classics anywhere – from bed to the train. Plus, it comes in a stack of attractive colours and is often available for under AU$300.
Read our full Nintendo Switch Lite review
Ninja Double Stack air fryer
Most air fryers aren't big enough to cook for the whole family and those that can take up an abundance of space which rules them out as a great Mother's Day gift. However, one of only two of the best air fryers with full five-star ratings, the Ninja DoubleStack is the nearly perfect device for mums who might cry if another appliance starts taking up space in her kitchen but still need to cook large quantities. This air fryer's stacked design lets it offer two large capacity drawers without taking up much space, and while it's more expensive than comparative two-basket air fryers, if mum needs a compact machine it's well worth the cost.
Read our full Ninja DoubleStack air fryer review
Also consider...
TCL C755 QD-Mini LED 4K TV
The best cheap TV in Australia, the TCL C755 will still set you back a pretty penny, but it's more than worth the price if mum is in need of an upgrade. This wallet-friendly model is the epitome of value with a mini-LED backlight that delivers a picture quality that truly competes with the best while costing much less. It comes with a good amount of gaming features, too. Offering strong black levels, contrast, realistic detail and textures that are shockingly good at its price, if mum needs a new TV, the TCL C755 is easy to recommend.
KitchenAid Artisan Stand Mixer (KSM195)
KitchenAid has the brand recognition that it does for a reason – and its iconic Artisan Stand Mixer might just be the best of the bunch. This 4.7L mixer can handle massive quantities, letting mum bake for friends and family in one fell swoop – without the sweat-inducing manual labour. This stand mixer is a baker's best friend but we also recommend the KSM60, KSM192 and KSM145 models, which offer similar experiences for less. The 9-Speed Hand Mixer, 7-cup food processor and hand blender is also worth consideration if you're working on a tighter budget.
Gozney Arc Pizza Oven
Earning five stars in our review, this pizza oven from Gozney completely blew away our reviewer – though we did use the XL model, which cooks 16-inch pizzas rather than 14-inch. Offering an experience and feature-set that you'd expect from an oven that costs several thousand dollars, the Gozney Arc's gas-fired heating, 30-minute heat time, precise flame control, stable 500 degree temperatures and built-in thermometer make cooking easy. If mum loves a good pizza, this gift is worth pitching in with your siblings for.
Read our full Gozney Arc pizza oven review
Best Mother's Day gift ideas for a Mother-to-be
Whether the new bubba is almost turning one, barely a month old or still waiting patiently to enter your home, a mum's first Mother's Day is an incredibly special occasion. If you're shopping for a mum-to-be this Mother's Day, you don't have to wait until Mother's Day 2026. There's plenty of gifts out there that can either make life easier for mum once the baby comes, or help her to remember this special time in her and her family's life.
We think the three gift ideas below do just that, whether you want to go the sentimental or functional route.
Onyx Boom Palma 2
Finding time to read is hard enough between work and other daily necessities, and it certainly doesn't get easier once children come along. And, even if you find the time, chances are that mum will be holding her new baby – and it's not easy to read while doing that. That's where the best ereaders come in and there's no easier ereader to use one-handed than the Onyx Boox Palma 2. The size of a smartphone, this upgraded model sports a cleaner user interface, new processor and fingerprint scanner. Plus it can even play audiobooks for when your hands are really tied.
Read our full Onyx Boox Palma 2 review
Tommee Tippee 3-in-1 Ultra UV Steriliser, Dryer and Storage
Treating mum like her own individual human – not just a baby maker – is crucial, but if there's one thing that's important to a new or expecting mum, it's making life as easy as possible once bubba arrives. And that's just what the Tommee Tippee 3-in-1 Ultra UV steriliser promises to do. Whether breastfeeding or using formula, keeping a steady supply of milk isn't easy, especially when you have to ensure all the bottles are properly sterilised before and after use. This device takes care of that, sterilising, drying and storing milk bottles all on its own.
Digital Photo Frame
While it might be a little painful to see the little one growing, there are few things mum will cherish more than photos of her, her family and her new baby. Whether you've captured the moments right up until the baby is born or her first year with bub, a digital photo frame is the perfect gift to go with all those lovely photos that have been taken. You can choose from higher-end frames like the Google Nest Hub Max and Aura Mason Luxe digital frame, or a more budget-friendly frame like the Jackson Frameo. Whatever the case, mum gets a nice digital photo frame that can show off all her favourite memories, rather than just one.
Check out our guide to the best digital photo frame
Mother's Day 2025 FAQS
When is Mother’s Day 2025?
Mother's Day is celebrated on the second Sunday of May every year. That means Mother's Day 2025 will land on May 11.
Why is Mother's Day a date?
The why is obvious – to celebrate the important motherly figures in our lives, whether it's your mother, grandmother, aunty or guardian – but the story behind its creation is a touch more interesting.
The first official Mother's Day was held in 1908 in Grafton, West Virginia but it was on May 9, 1914 that Woodrow Wilson declared National Mother's Day to honor all mothers – particularly those who had lost sons to war. This celebration was brought to the UK when the USA joined World War II and then grew globally, especially across Commonwealth nations.
Why is Mother's Day different in the UK?
As a member of the Commonwealth, with heavy ties to the UK and England, Mother's Day marks one of the rare occasions that the Australian celebration aligns with the United States, landing on the second Sunday of May each year.
In the UK, Mother's Day is celebrated on the fourth Sunday of Lent – the 40-day Christian observance in preparation for Easter. This means Mother's Day is usually celebrated at the end of March, with Mother's Day 2025 having been and gone on March 30. This was previously called Mothering Sunday and was a day to celebrate the church where they were baptised. Once Mother's Day was introduced, Mothering Sunday morphed into Mother's Day, and the date didn't change.
Why is Mother's Day in Ireland different?
Ireland's Mother's Day celebrations align with celebrations in the UK, which celebrates on the fourth Sunday of Lent. However, the reasons are slightly different. The Irish Mother's Day comes from the mid-Lent Sunday – where the Church gave its followers a break from strict adherence to Lent. St Patrick's Day celebrations now fill that role.
