4 Affordable Tech Finds From Five Below You Should Check Out

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At various points in my life I have been called a cheapskate by those closest to me. This almost inherent desire not to spend money has led me to always be on the lookout for deals, especially when it comes to tech-based items. And as gadgets continue to jump in price thanks in part to the ongoing RAM shortage, finding good deals on gadgets is more important than ever.

One place that you might not expect to find tech deals is at a store like Five Below. This discount retailer is known for selling products for under five bucks, making it a good place for those on a budget. And while Five Below now sells items for more than five dollars, this actually helps it offer a lot in the way of technology.

As someone who has purchased Xbox One and PS4 games at the store, alongside various earbuds, speakers, and even gaming accessories designed by professional gamers, Five Below might surprise you with the tech it has on offer at a surprisingly reasonable price. The following is just a sampling of some of the affordable gadgets that you might be able to find at your local store.

Modern smartphones have come a long way in both capturing video and audio. They have gotten so good that there have even been a number of films that were shot entirely on an iPhone. But for those out there without a flagship phone and looking for better sound for their next TikTok or YouTube video, a wireless microphone is a great way to make this happen.

Five Below might have you covered with its FreeVoice Clip-On Microphone. This wireless clip-on microphone comes in at only $5, making it hard to pass up. I know, because I have this very clip-on mic, having purchased it on a whim because of the low cost. I'm able to keep it as a backup in my bag when shooting YouTube videos, having had to rely on it in a pinch a couple of times.

And to my surprise, the results were pretty good. Sure, it's not going to match the quality of something like the DJI Mic 2, but in a pinch it does the job. It also comes in handy if the microphone on your smartphone is busted, allowing you to make and receive calls.

Affordable technology is one thing, but affordably weird tech is something entirely different. Truly avant-garde technology is often the playground of the rich. Things like Samsung's Frame TV come to mind, but even the fanciest tech such as the Frame TV has cheaper alternatives for the budget-minded. One great example of this is Five Below's viral Wireless Bluetooth Table Top Speaker that plays off of the much more expensive R1 Bluetooth Speaker Side Table from Coolgeek.

For $30, you get a neat side table that functions as a speaker. This is perfect for those short on space or looking to add something fun to a guest room or kids' room. Just be aware that this isn't a ring speaker like the speaker tables it copies. The actual speaker is downward facing and on the bottom of the speaker.

Still, it's a really cool idea that I've had my eye on for a while. The only problem is that it often sells out pretty quickly in store, probably because of its viral nature on sites like TikTok. Here's hoping I can snag a black one that I think would look really nice in my game room.

Wireless earbuds have come a long way over the past decade. This means that there are lots of deals available for a decent pair of earbuds all over the place. I regularly use a sub-$20 pair of Lenovo E310 True Wireless Earbuds that I got during an Amazon sale. And while these sorts of earbuds won't blow you away, they offer enough for most people out there.

Five Below might just be the king of the budget earbuds, having a pair that built up a little bit of buzz online. Their Bass Jaxx Active Noise Canceling Smart Case True Wireless Earbuds surprised a lot of people online, not only with their decent sound for the low price of $12, but because of the smart case they come with.

The case features a touchscreen that allows you to play, pause, and switch tracks right from the case. Users noted the quality of the touchscreen, and the pretty solid sound. While these probably won't replace your AirPods anytime soon, they might be perfect as a backup pair to take with you when you don't want to risk losing or damaging your fancier earbuds.

They say that everything old will eventually become new again. This means that your old film camera is popular again in 2026 with the younger generations. The physical nature of setting up a shot, sending off film for development, and crossing your fingers to see the results has a certain amount of charm. For those wanting that hit of nostalgia or those who have kids interested in physical technology, getting a 35mm camera might make for a fun time.

And while picking up a new camera online isn't all that expensive with Amazon selling retro cameras for around $25, Five Below has you covered for under $10. Their Reusable 35mm Photo Camera comes in at a super affordable $7, making it a fun gift for the kid in your life.

Not only does Five Below offer a cheap 35mm camera, but they also offer 35mm Black & White Film for $7 a roll. This is a pretty great price for film, which can get expensive pretty quickly. Some users did find the shots to be somewhat blurry and out of focus, but if you're looking to have some fun shooting and aren't willing to spend hundreds to get into it, this photo camera could be worth trying.

When looking for affordable tech from Five Below we had to dig deep, especially as the retailer doesn't host reviews on their website. To help address this, we looked to the experience and expertise of the writer, who has been a regular buyer of Five Below's technology offerings. 

We also dove into various online forums such as Reddit, searching out reviews and recommendations from those who have used each item that we featured. Lastly, we looked at video content from creators on both YouTube and TikTok that have reviewed and tested each featured item.