Gifts for the Arcade/Pinball Collector ($25-$50)

Last November, I shared some fun and affordable gift ideas for arcade and pinball collectors in the $0–$25 range. This time, we’re stepping it up a notch with gifts priced between $25 and $50. If you’ve got a great idea that belongs on this list, drop it in the comments below!

This post was last updated on 10/29/2025.

$25-$40 Arcade/Pinball Gifts

1. $25.95 – Ratchet Crimping Tool – Makes crimping connectors very easy.  One squeeze of the handle will crimp both tabs to the insulator and conductor simultaneously.  The tool will also hold the pin for you as you crimp. 
   
2. $25.99 – Mini Circuit Breakers – Great investment!  The cost of a box of fuses is about the same price you can get one of these.  These are great for troubleshooting shorts!  I sell sets for $24.99 or $34.99, which includes shipping.
   
3. $27.62 – 1/4″ and 5/16″ Magnetic Nut Drivers – These nut drivers are great to have in the shop. I seem to always be reaching for these, and the magnetic tip makes them extra helpful. Both have hollow shafts, which is another added bonus.
   
4. $27.66 – Logic Probe with Audio – This is an inexpensive tool that really helps troubleshooting circuits.  It’s a very simple tool to use, and the audible is a must for troubleshooting. 
5. $29.28 – Security Bits – Nice to have when you run into odd or uncommon screw types. It can be a real pain when you don’t have the correct bit on hand.
6. $29.99 – Bench Vise – Many uses from holding items together to making ribbon cables.
   
7. $30.00 – Arcade Bundle: 2 Joysticks, 20 Buttons – Nice set of joysticks and a good selection of buttons that work well for any type of arcade machine.
8. $31.96 – Pinball Moving Casters – Get four of these to make moving pinball machines much easier.
9. $34.00 – Subscription – PinGame Journal magazine is the world’s foremost pinball publication. It covers pinball like no other magazine can.
10. $35.99 – Clamps – Used for a variety of applications, but mostly to, well, clamp things together 🙂.
11. $38.40 – Heat Gun – This tool has many uses, from heat-shrink tubing to removing control panel overlays.

$40-$50 Arcade/Pinball Gifts

12. $40.39 – Hex Set with T-Handles – Tired of digging through a pile of hex keys just to find the right size—only to realize it’s missing? This is a nice, organized set with labels and a stand.
13. $40.44 – Solder – Can one person really have enough?  
14. $41.99 – Anti Fatigue Mat – If you’re working upright, you might as well be comfortable.
15. $44.95 – Wax – Keep those pinball machines looking good and playing even smoother.
16. Prices Vary – Plastic Protector – Keep those plastics alive with Plastic Protectors. No more chipped or cracked plastics
17. . Price Varies – NMPs – Upgrade those crappy Williams drop-target horseshoe design with NMPs. These never need to be adjusted, cleaned, or replaced.
18. $42.99 – Portable Work Light – It seems the older I get, the more light I need. This model is magnetic, includes a clamp, and has an additional power outlet.
19. Prices Vary – T-Molding – Give those arcade cabinets a quick and easy makeover. 100 feet is usually enough for 4-5 games. T-Molding.com [Prices vary]
20. $44.00 PinCaddy – A friend gave me the PinCaddy and PinCaddy 2 for a Christmas gift, and really didn’t think much of it until I used them. Wow! Really handy and so glad that I have it!
21. Prices Vary – High Score Kit – What better way to show off your high scores than a high score kit for your classic arcade game.
22. $47.00 – EM Pinball Repair Course – I created a class to help others learn more about EM pinball. Learn how the mechs work and how to read schematics!
23. $48.74 – Fume Extractor – Don’t inhale those nasty fumes while soldering. This ESD-safe solder fume extractor helps reduce hazards by pulling harmful fumes from the air.
24. $49.95 – The Pinball Compendium– A great series of books for pinball enthusiasts. Full of detailed photos and tons of information—definitely a must-have if you own a machine.

Conclusion

What do you think of the list? Are there any tools, mods, or accessories you can’t live without that should be added here? Share your favorite arcade and pinball gift ideas in the comments below!

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