Finding the right gift for Mum can be surprisingly tricky — flowers fade, chocolates disappear, and another scented candle only goes so far. If she’s someone who appreciates a gadget that makes her day a little easier, more comfortable, or more fun, you’re in the right place. We’ve put together this Mother’s Day gift guide with picks across a range of budgets, all of which we’ve had hands-on time with here at Craving Tech. Whether your mum is into smart home tech, personal wellness, or just deserves something a bit indulgent, there should be something here worth wrapping up.
Twelve South HiRise 3 Deluxe
If your mum is all-in on Apple — iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods — the Twelve South HiRise 3 Deluxe is one of the tidiest ways to consolidate her bedside charging setup into a single, elegant stand. It handles all three devices simultaneously using official MagSafe and Apple Watch Fast Charger components, so she’s getting the fastest wireless charging speeds Apple allows rather than the throttled speeds you sometimes get with third-party alternatives.
The black aluminium and vegan leather construction looks premium, and the adjustable viewing angle makes it a natural fit for iPhone’s StandBy mode — turning her phone into a proper bedside clock overnight. Twelve South also includes a 40W power adapter in the box, which isn’t as common as it should be at this price point. I’ve been using it as part of my own bedside setup and it’s hard to go back to juggling separate cables.
Oral-B iO Series 10
For the mum who takes her health seriously, the Oral-B iO Series 10 is about as thorough as electric toothbrushes get right now. The headline feature is the new iO Sense smart charger, which provides real-time brushing guidance through colour-coded lights across six zones in your mouth — no need to stare at your phone mid-brush. Pair that with the app’s AI-powered 3D tracking across 16 zones and you’ve got a system that can correct years of bad brushing habits.
The brushing performance itself is excellent — noticeably stronger than competing brands while staying gentle on gums — and the seven cleaning modes mean it suits everything from sensitive teeth to a full whitening routine. For a mum who’d appreciate a proper upgrade to her daily routine, this is a hard one to beat.
JOURNEY LOC8 Laptop Sleeve Universal
For the mum who travels with her laptop and has ever experienced that stomach-dropping moment of thinking she’s left it somewhere, the JOURNEY LOC8 is a smart gift idea. It’s a laptop sleeve with a built-in tracker that works with both Apple Find My and Google Find My Device — no extra apps, no subscriptions, just seamless integration with the tracking ecosystem she’s already using. The clever part is that it can locate her laptop even when it’s switched off or offline, piggybacking on Apple and Google’s crowd-sourced networks the same way AirTags do.
Build quality is solid with a premium matte PU leather exterior, soft interior cushioning, and a handy opening that lets you charge the laptop without removing it from the sleeve. It’s not the most minimal sleeve given the added bulk, and there are no extra pockets for accessories, but if she regularly carries her laptop out of the house, the peace of mind is well worth the price. The tracker’s rechargeable battery lasts up to 10 months and charges via USB-C.
Roborock F25 Ultra
If Mum takes her floors seriously, the Roborock F25 Ultra is in a league of its own — and honestly, it’s one of the most impressive things I’ve reviewed in the past year. It’s the first wet and dry vacuum to combine both steam and hot water cleaning modes, and the 180°C steam in particular is something else entirely. It doesn’t just clean — it kills bacteria and blasts through dried-on messes without any chemicals, which is a big deal if there are young kids at home making a mess of the floors daily.
The Hot Water mode handles kitchen grease impressively well, and the standard AUTO mode leaves floors nearly streak-free for everyday cleaning. Then, there’s that self-cleaning dock, which washes and dries the roller at 90°C — no more hanging the roller out to dry after every session. The slim 12.5cm flat design lets it glide under furniture with ease, and the assisted movement is so smooth it practically steers itself. If she’s been putting up with a corded mop or a mediocre wet vacuum, this is a serious upgrade worth every cent.
Twelve South ButterFly SE 2-in-1 Qi2 Charger
For the mum who travels with her Apple devices and is tired of packing a tangle of cables and chargers, the Twelve South ButterFly SE is a tidy solution. It folds down to roughly the size of a deck of cards and weighs just 119 grams, yet unfolds to charge both an iPhone at full 15W Qi2 speed and an Apple Watch simultaneously — AirPods can also hop on the iPhone side if needed. The build quality is well above what you’d expect at this size, with a soft-touch finish and a colour-matched braided USB-C cable included.
It also doubles as a stand for StandBy mode or hands-free video calls, which is a handy bonus. The one catch is that it doesn’t include a power adapter in the box, so if she doesn’t already have a 30W+ USB-C charger, factor that into the budget. I always take this on all of my overseas/interstate trip and it handled charging two Apple Watches and an iPhone overnight without any fuss — for an Apple household, it’s a very practical gift.
EPOS ADAPT E1
For the mum who works from home and spends a good chunk of her day on Zoom or Teams calls, the EPOS ADAPT E1 is a serious step up from whatever earbuds she’s been making do with. The call quality is excellent, the multi-point connectivity switches smoothly between her phone and laptop without any fussing around, and the Microsoft Teams and Made for iPhone certifications mean everything just works as expected. The semi-open design is a smart choice for long work days — it avoids that oppressive, sealed-in feeling that makes fully noise-cancelling earbuds exhausting to wear for hours at a stretch, while the ANC still handles background hum and general office noise effectively.
Sound quality is impressive for music and podcasts too, so they pull double duty well beyond the work day. Battery life is generous enough that you’d rarely think about charging them, and the wireless charging case is a convenient touch. If she’s been putting up with mediocre audio on calls or earbuds that don’t stay comfortable past the first hour, these are worth every cent.
Razer Huntsman V3 Pro Mini White Edition
For the mum who games — or just spends a lot of time at her desk and deserves a keyboard that looks and feels the part , the Razer Huntsman V3 Pro Mini in White is a stunning keyboard that backs up its looks with serious performance. The Analog Optical Switches Gen-2 offer fully adjustable actuation from 0.1mm to 4.0mm, meaning she can tune exactly how sensitive each key feels — handy for keeping ability keys from firing accidentally while keeping movement keys as responsive as possible. Features like Rapid Trigger and Snap Tap give a measurable advantage in fast-paced competitive games, and the aircraft-grade aluminium build with textured PBT keycaps feels every bit as premium as the price suggests.
The 60% compact layout keeps desk space tidy and brings the mouse closer for better arm alignment during long sessions. That said, it’s worth being upfront — the missing numpad, arrow keys, and navigation keys make this a dedicated gaming keyboard rather than an all-rounder, so if she also needs it for work or spreadsheets, the TKL or full-size variants would serve her better. For pure gaming though, this is an exceptional piece of kit.
Logitech G325 LIGHTSPEED Wireless Gaming Headset
For the mum who games but doesn’t want a headset that feels like wearing a brick on her head all day, the Logitech G325 is a great pick at its price point. At just 212 grams, it’s noticeably lighter than most wireless gaming headsets, and the breathable knit fabric with dual-layer memory foam earcups means you can wear it for hours without the usual pressure or heat buildup. Audio positioning is a real strength — in competitive games it’s accurate enough to reliably detect where sounds are coming from without having to visually check, which makes a bigger difference than you’d expect.
The boomless beamforming microphone is a smart design choice too, since the headset passes as regular headphones when worn out and about, and it handles gaming comms and video calls well enough for everyday use. LIGHTSPEED wireless and Bluetooth connectivity means it works across her PC, console, and phone without fuss. It’s not the most premium-sounding headset at this size and price, and the all-plastic build reflects the weight savings, but for comfortable all-day gaming without breaking the budget, it hits the mark.
CORSAIR SABRE v2 PRO ULTRALIGHT WIRELESS
For the mum who plays FPS games and wants a mouse that keeps up with her, the Corsair SABRE v2 PRO is a serious piece of kit. At just 36 grams it’s almost shockingly light the first time you pick it up — sweeping across the mousepad and lifting to reposition becomes noticeably more effortless, which adds up significantly during long gaming sessions. The MARKSMAN S sensor is top-tier, handling fast flicks and precise tracking in games like Overwatch 2 without missing a beat, and the wireless connection is indistinguishable from wired in everyday play.
Battery life is a strong point too, with up to 70 hours on a single charge so it’s not something you need to think about often. The included grip tape and two sets of mouse skates let her fine-tune the feel to her preference, and the browser-based customisation means no extra software to install. There’s no RGB lighting, which keeps the weight down and is a sensible trade-off for a mouse built around pure performance. If she’s been gaming with a heavier mouse, expect a short adjustment period — but once she’s settled in, going back would be very hard.
OBSBOT Tiny 3 Webcam
For the mum who works from home, streams, or creates content and wants a serious upgrade from her current webcam setup, the OBSBOT Tiny 3 is remarkable for its size. At just 63 grams and smaller than a computer mouse, it delivers 4K video with a level of image quality and flexibility that rivals dedicated cameras — particularly impressive in tricky lighting conditions like direct sunlight or dim rooms, where the Auto Exposure and DCG HDR modes do a brilliant job of balancing the image automatically. The AI tracking is one of those features that actually works as advertised rather than feeling like a checkbox on a spec sheet, following movement, hand gestures, and even voice commands reliably.
Three MEMS microphones with intelligent directional pickup offers a built-in microphone which sounds better than a laptop’s. The magnetised mount positions easily on top of a monitor, and the software gives deep control over colour, exposure, and background blur for those who want to fine-tune their setup. For anyone spending hours on video calls or wanting a cleaner streaming setup without a bulky camera rig, this is a very capable little device.
iRobot Roomba Combo 10 Max + AutoWash Dock
For the mum who’d love to reclaim the time she spends vacuuming and mopping, the Roomba Combo 10 Max is about as hands-off as home floor cleaning gets right now. It vacuums, mops, self-empties its bin, washes its own mop pad, and dries it — all without any intervention needed between sessions. It has an to lift the mop pad when it detects carpet of any thickness, which is something cheaper robot vacuums still can’t do reliably, and the SmartScrub mode moves back and forth over dirtier spots the way a person actually mops rather than just gliding over once.
The smart mapping is accurate, automatically identifying individual rooms and learning over time which areas tend to get dirtier and need more passes. Setup takes a little patience for the initial home mapping, and the water tank is on the smaller side so it’ll need refilling more often in larger homes. The self-emptying process is also fairly loud, which is worth knowing if nap times are sacred in the house. But for a busy household where floor cleaning feels like a never-ending chore, this is a very compelling way to get those hours back.
Cricut Joy 2
For the mum who loves crafting, the Cricut Joy 2 is a wonderfully compact cutting machine that’s just had its most meaningful upgrade yet. The big addition is Print Then Cut — design something in the app, print it on a standard home inkjet, and the Joy 2’s optical sensor cuts precisely around it automatically. That opens up full-colour stickers, custom decals, printable labels, and temporary tattoos from a machine that weighs just 1.2kg and fits in a bag.
Setup is straightforward through the Design Space app, and the guided project flows make it approachable even for complete beginners. The one thing worth flagging is that the 4.5-inch cutting width means Print Then Cut works best for smaller designs rather than filling a full A4 sheet — if she’s planning large sticker sheets, the bigger Cricut Explore 5 would be a better fit. But for everyday crafting like cards, labels, and personalised gifts, the Joy 2 hits a sweet spot of portability, ease of use, and capability that makes it a fun thing to have around the house. The Essential Bundle available in Australia is the way to go, as it includes Printable Vinyl and all the tools needed to get started right away.
Belkin BoostCharge Pro Magnetic Power Bank with Qi2 15W 5K
For the mum who’s always running her iPhone battery down by mid-afternoon, this Belkin power bank is one of the most practical everyday carry solutions around. It’s compact enough to slip into a shirt or pants pocket without any awkward bulk, snaps magnetically onto the back of an iPhone via Qi2 for instant secure alignment, and charges at 15W — noticeably faster than older MagSafe accessories.
The 5,000mAh capacity won’t charge a modern iPhone multiple times from flat, but that’s exactly what keeps it pocket-sized, and in practice a comfortable top-up when you need it most is usually all that’s required. There’s also an integrated kickstand that props the phone up for video calls or watching something while it charges, which is a thoughtful touch. Pass-through charging via the USB-C port means she can charge both the power bank and her phone simultaneously too. Belkin backs it with a 2-year warranty and a $2,500 Connected Equipment Warranty, which adds solid peace of mind. Sometimes the power bank you actually carry every day beats the one sitting at home because it’s too heavy to bother with.
Tineco FLOOR ONE S9 Artist
For the mum who takes her floors seriously but wants the cleaning process itself to feel effortless, the Tineco FLOOR ONE S9 Artist is the most refined wet vacuum from Tineco yet — and having reviewed the S6 FlashDry and S7 Steam before it, that’s saying something.
The standout improvement is how it moves: the clean water tank sits at the brush head rather than the body, shifting the weight downward and giving the whole machine a smooth, cooperative glide that previous models didn’t quite match. That same design change also enables 180-degree lay-flat mode, meaning it can finally get under beds and sofas where dust quietly accumulates for years. Three speed modes give full control over the cleaning pace, and MAX is satisfying for getting through the house quickly. The Tineco Life app is polished and informative, with useful options like setting separate speeds for upright and lay-flat cleaning.
A small but clever touch is the assistive upright feature — when you stop cleaning, the machine reverses to pick up any water streaks and return itself to upright position automatically. If she’s been using an older wet vacuum or a corded mop and wants a proper upgrade, the S9 Artist makes a very strong case.
