42 Unique Corporate Gift Ideas for Better Client Relationships

Let’s face it, gifts matter when it comes to forming better client relationships. This is why we’ve created a list […]

Mark Jackson

President at SwagDrop


Let’s face it, gifts matter when it comes to forming better client relationships.

This is why we’ve created a list of 42 unique corporate gift ideas for your best customers.

Here are some of the client gift ideas you’ll find inside:

  • Headphones
  • Bluetooth speakers
  • Earbuds
  • Gift baskets

And plenty more.

We’ve got a lot to cover; let’s get started.

Unique Corporate Gift Ideas

Idea #1: Gift Baskets

Idea #2: Headphones

Idea #3: Bluetooth Earbuds

Idea #4: Card Holders

Idea #5: Tablet

Idea #6: Power Bank

Idea #7: Smartwatch

Idea #8: External Hard Drive

Idea #9: Phone Charger

Idea #10: Laptop Charger

Idea #11: USB Stick

Idea #12: Desk accessories

Idea #13: Keychain

Idea #14: Notepad

Idea #15: Kindle

Idea #16: Drinkware

Idea #17: Duffel Bag

Idea #18: Toiletries

Idea #19: Tea Blends

Idea #20: Food Gifts

Idea #21: Wine Gift Box

Idea #22: Spices Gift Box

Idea #23: Gift Card

Idea #24: Calendar

Idea #25: Wireless Speaker

Idea #26: Travel Accessories

Idea #27: Candles

Idea #28: Candle Holder

Idea #29: Cheese Cutting Board

Idea #30: Backpack

Idea #31: Drink Coasters

Idea #32: Water Bottle

Idea #33: Essential Oils Gift Box

Idea #34: Soap

Idea #35: Socks

Idea #36: Tote Bag

Idea #37: Plant Gift

Idea #38: Free Air Travel

Idea #39: Spa Package

Idea #40: Gym Subscription

Idea #41: Amazon Vouchers

Idea #42: Fine Dining Gift Card


Idea #1: Gift Baskets

The first company gift idea I have for you is not an individual gift, it’s a gift basket.

Image Source: Gemline

Gifts baskets and swag bags are great because you can use them to make thoughtful and personalized selections of objects, some of which will be mentioned later in this post.

Why we like it: While not completely unique its still one of the most searched gifts on Google. We love it because you can customize it to your audience’s desires for real pop!

Ideal for: Senior level executives / senior management

Price range:

Idea #2: Headphones

The second business gift idea on our list is a set of headphones.

A nice set of high quality headphones is highly recommended as a great tech gift idea.

It’s a great promotional product that everyone needs nowadays, especially if they’re working remotely from crowded cafes or open spaces.

Why we like it: Because we know that everyone likes and uses headphones at work, at home, and even when exercising.

Ideal for: Mid-level executives

Price range: $50-250

Idea #3: Earbuds

Following on from gift idea #2, we think that another great corporate gift is a set of earbuds.

Image Source: PCNA

Once you experience wireless ear buds you’ll wonder how you ever lived without them. Give your best clients and team members that same feeling.

Depending on the price and quality of the earbuds set, it can be a perfect gift for any level of corporate relationship.

If you can add your company logo on the case, then this gift will always remind your clients of you and your company.

Why we like it: They’re handy and can be a very stylish company gift.

Ideal for: Senior level executives / mid-level executives / senior management

Price range:  $25-$75

Idea #4: Card Holders

Another executive gift that can be a great idea for corporate gifting is a card holder.

A card holder is a very practical accessory.

It helps you securely hold your business and credit cards.

Why we like it: It’s a very useful gift.

Ideal for: Anyone!

Price range:  $3-$7

Idea #5: Tablet

The fifth idea I have for you for corporate gift giving is a tablet.

As with cell phones and other tech gifts that we’ve already covered, there’s a wide range of tablets in terms of pricing and product capabilities.

Why we like it: Tablets can be used in many different ways, from working to designing, and watching movies.

Ideal for: Senior level executives / mid-level executives / senior management

Price range: $75+

Idea #6: Power Bank

Nowadays, people use their phones a lot during the day, so a power bank is a very useful gadget to have around.

A corporate branded rectangular Bamboo Wireless Power Bank with an iPhone being held over it and a green lightening bolt to simulate the phone being charged wireless.
Image Source: PCNA

These gadgets are now becoming more and more popular among people that live and work in cities and don’t have the luxury to be at home where they can charge their phones.

Why we like it: It’s incredibly helpful for someone’s work and personal life and it saves your phone’s battery life.

Ideal for: Mid-level executives

Price range: $35-45

Idea #7: Smart Watch

Another gift idea that people will be thrilled to receive is a smart watch.

Smart watches promote a healthy lifestyle and help people save lots of time by giving them quick access to notifications from their phone such as texts, emails, etc.

Why we like it: They’re very convenient and fashionable.

Ideal for: Senior level executives / mid-level executives / senior management

Price range: $150+

Idea #8: External Hard Drive

A great corporate gift idea is an external hard drive.

Is a quite generic gift but it’ll be highly appreciated as a gift because it’s incredibly useful.

Why we like it: It’s easy to carry and very handy.

Ideal for: Mid-level executives

Price range: $100+

Idea #9: Phone Charger

This client gift idea is a quite practical one: a phone charger.

PCNA Wireless Charger 1
Image Source: PCNA

Many people lose, misplace, or damage their charger’s cord.

For that reason, it’s almost a necessity to have a spare charger.

Why we like it: Because it’s absolutely necessary.

Ideal for: Mid-level executives

Price range: $25-32

Idea #10: Laptop Charger

Following up from the previous handy corporate gift idea, another practical gift that you can give is a laptop charger.

It’s always great to have a spare laptop charger for when you travel or when you’re away from home.

Why we like it: It’s an essential.

Ideal for: Mid-level executives

Price range: $50+

Idea #11: USB Stick

Gift idea #11 I have for you is a USB flash drive.

A computer USB flash storage drive in the custom shape of a house key that pulls art to reveal the USB end.
Image Source: iClick

USB sticks are used to transfer data from and to a laptop or computer.

Why we like it: They can be used for multiple purposes and are portable.

Ideal for: Mid-level executives

Price range: $5+

Idea #12: Desk Accessories

Another item that’s good as a corporate gift for better client relationships are desk accessories.

Author’s Note: This one can also be a great idea for an internal giveaway.

Desk accessories include a variety of objects that can be used as desk organizers, such as cases for business cards, desk pencil cases, or decorative items like desk clocks.

Why we like it: They help keep a desk organized and stylish.

Ideal for: Senior level executives / mid-level executives / senior management

Idea #13: Keychain

A simple corporate gift idea but extremely useful right now is a touchless keychain tool.  It will help people open doors without touching handles.

A brass coloured no touch keychain tool that lets you open doors without touching them to be more safe during the pandemic.
Image Source: PCNA

Keychains are handy and are used by practically everyone on the planet.

Depending on the price range and quality, they can be an appreciative gift for better client relationships.

Why we like it: Personalization can make a keychain a truly great gift.

Ideal for: Anyone in your audience with keys ????

Price range: $4-$6

Idea #14: Notepad

The next item on our list is a notepad.

A notepad is always handy as it helps people organize their thoughts, remember their tasks, and write down valuable information.

Why we like it: It can be easily personalized.

Ideal for: Mid-level executives

Price range: $4+

Idea #15: Kindle

One of my favorites on this list; a Kindle.

A Kindle is a portable ebook reading device.

Such a device enables users to download and buy electronic versions of their favorite books without having to worry about book storage.

Why we like it: A Kindle can get more than three weeks battery life out of one charge.

Ideal for: Senior level executives / mid-level executives / senior management

Price range: $75+

Idea #16: Drinkware

Another idea that you could consider giving as a corporate gift is a set of high quality drinkware.

A drinkware gift set is a good idea of giving a useful, appreciation gift for better client relationships.

Why we like it: There’s a wide range of drinkware available, depending on the price range and quality of materials.  The community and eco story is a powerful one.

Ideal for: Anyone that drinks beverages 🙂 Also connects very well with people that the environment and recycling is important to.

Price range: $10+

Idea #17: Duffel Bag

Gift idea #17 I have for you is a duffel bag.

Who wouldn’t like to receive a nice duffel travel bag as a gift, right?

Why we like it: Duffel bags are very practical.

Ideal for: Senior level executives / mid-level executives / senior management

Price range: $150+





Idea #18: Toiletries

The next gift idea I have for you is a toiletry gift set.

A toiletry gift set can be a great gift for any occasion, from birthdays and anniversaries to appreciation and holiday gifts.

Why we like it: You can mix and match products and create a personalized gift set.

Ideal for: Mid-level executives

Price range: $15+

Idea #19: Tea Blends

This gift idea is a great one in terms of wellbeing: a box of tea blends.

A tea blend gift box will make the receiver of the gift very happy with all the amazing flavors and smells.

Why we like it: You can make your own tea blend kit and add a personal touch to the gift.

Ideal for: Mid-level executives

Price range: $20+

Idea #20: Food Gifts

Corporate gift idea #20 is a food box gift.

Mapleridge Food Box 1
Image Source: Maple Ridge

People love receiving food gift boxes with sweets, nuts, and other snacks.

Why we like it: A food box can be a great gift since they’re usually delicious.

Ideal for: Senior level executives / mid-level executives / senior management

Price range: $10+

Idea #21: Wine Gift Box

Following up from the previous gift box idea, another gift that you could consider for better client relationships is a wine gift box.

A box of quality wines is perfect for any occasion and people are usually thrilled to be given wine as a gift.

Why we like it: It can be personalized to include someone’s favorite wines.

Ideal for: Senior level executives / mid-level executives / senior management

Price range: $25-$35

Idea #22: Spice Gift Box

This gift idea is not one of the most common, however, we believe that a spice gift box will be highly appreciated.

A selection of custom branded spice shakers for kitchen cooking or the BBQ.
Image Source: Get Sauced

Giving someone a set of seasoning jars is a unique and unconventional gift.

Why we like it: There’s a wide variety of spices that someone can choose from and combine according to the receiver’s taste.

Ideal for: Mid-level executives

Price range:  $15+

Idea #23: Gift Card

Corporate gift idea #23 is a very convenient one, a gift card.

A gift card, although a slightly generic gift, it’s a very good one as it gives the receiver the opportunity to choose their gift on their own, based on what they like and want to have.

Why we like it: The majority of stores offer gift cards, thus making it easy to find one as a gift.

Ideal for: Tricky, use with caution. Sometimes a gift card may come across like you don’t know the person or you didn’t have enough time to think of something just for them.

Price range:  Fits any budget

Idea #24: Calendar

Another gift idea you could consider is a calendar.

A simple wall calendar with January 2020 showing.

Photo by Nathan Dumlao on Unsplash

Calendars are always useful both at work and at home.

Author’s Tip: Be where your competition is not. Fewer companies are giving out calendar’s but their numbers are still strong – go for it!

Why we like it: It keeps people organized and punctual.

Ideal for: Everyone

Price range: $3+

Idea #25: Wireless Speaker

A great tech gift is a wireless speaker.

These gadgets are very handy and easy to carry with you when you go to the beach or are traveling away from home but you still want to listen to your favourite music.

Why we like it: They are fantastic for parties at the park.

Ideal for: Mid-level executives

Price range: $75+

Idea #26: Travel Accessories

This gift idea is about travel accessories.

This category includes a wide variety of things, from a camera to a travel wallet,  that can be useful to someone when they’re on holidays.

Why we like it: Travel accessories can make someone’s travels smarter and safer.

Ideal for: Mid-level executives

Price range: $5+

Idea #27: Candles

Another good gift idea is a candle, or a set of candles.

Candles are thoughtful gifts and can be excellent gifts for birthdays, anniversaries, and other celebrations.

Why we like it: They’re beautiful and create a warm atmosphere.

Ideal for: Anyone that needs to slow it down, namaste.

Price range: $5+

Idea #28: Candle Holder

Following up from the previous gift idea, you can combine a set of candles with candle holders.

Why we like it: They can be very artistic and make a room stylish and beautiful.

Ideal for: Mid-level executives

Price range:  $10+

Idea #29: Cheese Cutting Board

I absolutely love the idea of giving someone a cheese cutting board kit. For a personal gift engrave the families name on the board.

Glass is considered to be the best material for cheese cutting boards as they can be easily and perfectly cleaned.

Author’s Tip: Try to personalize a family or home gift with the family name. It takes a bit of extra effort but people will love it!

Why we like it: They’re great for placing cheese and finger food on when you organize a house party.

Ideal for: Mid-level executives

Price range: $30+

Idea #30: Backpack

We’re making our way down the list of 42 unique corporate gift ideas.

Another gift idea can be a backpack. The Hershel branded packs are durable and very desired.

Backpacks are very practical and people love using them to go to work or the gym.

Why we like it: Backpacks are handy and can be used to go to a number of places.

Ideal for: Satisfying younger client group and people on the go!

Price range: $75-$100

Idea #31: Drink Coasters

A nice and simple corporate gift idea is drink coasters.

These cute, little items that can be used to set down drinks to protect the surface of a table.

Why we like it: Can be very stylish and decorate a table.

Ideal for: Mid-level executives

Price range: $5+

Idea #32: Water Bottle

This is an eco-friendly gift idea, a water bottle (AKA a tumbler).

The Artic Zone line has fantastic performace and is an economical alternate to Yeti bottles.

Have a look:

These reusable water bottles are healthier and more environmentally friendly than plastic ones.

Giving such a gift to someone helps to promote reducing plastic waste.

Why we like it: It helps people save tons of plastic and protect the environment.

Ideal for: Mid-level executives

Price range: $20-$30

Idea #33: Essential Oils Gift Box

Another great gift set that you could consider giving to your best clients for better client relationships is an essential oils gift box.

Essential oils are great for skin and hair and they also give people better sleep and help them with allergies.

Why we like it: They smell great.

Ideal for: Mid-level executives

Price range: $15+

Idea #34: Soap

Corporate gift idea #34 I have for you is soap.

Snugz USA Soap 1
Image Source: Snugz USA

A soap gift set can be personalized by including soaps in the recipient’s favorite scents or ingredients. Lots of great themes around soap that can be tied to your messaging.

Why we like it: There’s a wide range of handmade, organic soaps and by buying them you can support small businesses.

Ideal for: Mid-level executives

Price range: $5-$10

Idea #35: Socks

Another gift idea I’d suggest you could give for better client relationships is socks. Perfect attire at #WFH or as we move into the fall and winter months.

Pop Promos Socks 1
Image Source: Pop Promos

There’s no one that wouldn’t love getting a pair of high quality, designer socks as a gift.

Why we like it: There are so many sock options that one can find in terms of colors, quality, and price range.

Ideal for: Anyone with feet!

Price range: $6-$11

Idea #36: Tote Bag

A very nice and – most importantly – eco-friendly corporate gift is a tote bag.

It helps people use less plastic bags and raises awareness of environmental issues.

Why we like it: It can be used thousands of times and it’s washable.

Ideal for: Mid-level executives

Price range: $6-12

Idea #37: Plant Gift

I think it’s great to give a living organism as a gift, like a plant in a beautiful pot.

Gemline Gift Set 1
Image Source: Gemline

Unlike other gifts, a plant is a sustainable gift that someone can enjoy for years.

Why we like it: In terms of corporate gifts, giving someone a plant is an out of the box idea.

Ideal for: Senior level executives / mid-level executives / senior management

Price range: $50+

Idea #38: Free Air Travel

Another gift idea I’d like to suggest is free air travel tickets.

Anyone would be thrilled to receive free air travel tickets.

Why we like it: Traveling promotes happiness and makes people feel relaxed.

Ideal for: Senior level executives / mid-level executives / senior management

Price range: Can be tailored to your budget.

Idea #39: Spa Package

A thoughtful corporate gift idea could be a spa package.

A spa package can be highly beneficial for people’s wellness and relaxation given today’s stressful and fast paced lifestyle.

Why we like it: It’s a fantastic escape from our daily routine.

Ideal for: Senior level executives / mid-level executives / senior management

Price range: Can be tailored to your budget.

Idea #40: Gym Subscription

We’ve made it to the corporate gift idea #40, a gym subscription, once we are back in the gyms.

Like other gifts and gift sets in this list, this one promotes wellbeing and a healthy lifestyle.

Why we like it: It keeps people motivated and helps them perform better in their everyday life by making them feel better about themselves.

Ideal for: Senior level executives / mid-level executives / senior management

Price range: Can be tailored to your budget.

Idea #41: Amazon Vouchers

The second to last gift idea I have for you is as simple as an Amazon voucher.

Online shopping has gained significant popularity during the last decade.

For that reason, giving someone  an Amazon voucher can make a great and useful gift.

Why we like it: It gives the recipient the opportunity to get what they want.

Ideal for: Senior level executives / mid-level executives / senior management

Price range: Can be tailored to your budget.

Idea #42: Fine Dining Gift Card

The last gift idea I have for you is a fine dining gift card.

This luxurious, high-end gift will make your client relationships better by showing your clients that you want them to enjoy situations like a fine dining restaurant experience.

Why we like it: It’s a great food experience.

Ideal for: Senior level executives/ mid-level executives / senior management

Price range: Can be tailored to your budget.


Now Over to You

We’ve made it all the way to the end of our list.

In this list we’ve seen a total of 42 items that can be given as corporate gifts for good and healthy client relationships.

If you’re looking for corporate gifts and gift sets for your company don’t hesitate to contact us.

We can help you create high quality gifts that will help you establish great corporate relationships.


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