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30 Of The Most Hilarious And Disappointing Christmas Gifts That Had To Be The Work Of A Prankster

Everyone has a bizarre story or two about what they got for Christmas.

Jesse
30 Of The Most Hilarious And Disappointing Christmas Gifts That Had To Be The Work Of A Prankster

Christmas is a beautiful time of the year—and it isn't just about celebrating; it's also about giving gifts to those you love and showing your appreciation for them during the past year. Whether they've been naughty or nice, there is always a gift that is perfect for that special someone.

There's nothing better than waking up on a Christmas morning and seeing a big, red bow on top of the biggest box under the tree. Kids and even adults alike get so excited at the thought of ripping off that shiny ribbon and opening up their presents faster than they can say "ho ho ho."

If you're lucky, you'll get the perfect gift that you've wished for all year long. And if you're unlucky, well, that's when the real fun starts.

Staring at a crumpled-up wrapping paper with a puzzling look on your face, you might wonder what the heck happened. Did you offend Santa Claus with some bad behavior? Was your name somehow the last on Santa's naughty list? Or is someone just pulling a prank on you?

If you're one of the unfortunate people who has received a bad Christmas gift in the past, don't be too hard on yourself—you are not alone. Many people have received some really disappointing presents that are so hilarious; you'll feel better about your own gift after seeing these.

So what are some of the worst Christmas gifts ever? Well, here are 30 examples of people who probably wish they could put their presents back under the tree... but there's no use crying over spilled milk—just enjoy them for what they are.

Shout out to r/funny, Greta Jaruševičiūtė and MTV for these rib cracking gift fails.

1. Introducing the Eggbox One!

1. Introducing the Eggbox One!runt-of-the-web

Dad really took out time to plan the perfect Christmas prank.

2. Who wants an Eye Pad for Christmas?!

2. Who wants an Eye Pad for Christmas?!runt-of-the-web

He wanted an iPad, but seems Grandma had other ideas.

3. Peter Heater

3. Peter Heaterrunt-of-the-web

Now that you're getting older and the nights are getting colder, nothing could be neater than this little Peter Heater.

4. A trip to London, with a twist

4. A trip to London, with a twistrunt-of-the-web

On the bright side, she can still enjoy London's architectural masterpieces.

5. Christmas quilt

5. Christmas quiltrunt-of-the-web

I'm not sure she's interested in seeing you hanging out with a Dolphin.

6. iPad - Etch A Sketch series

6. iPad - Etch A Sketch seriesrunt-of-the-web

Unboxing such a gift would definitely be heartbreaking.

7. Potty Mug

7. Potty Mugrunt-of-the-web

Whose idea was it to invent such a mug in the first place?!

8. Mercedes Flash

8. Mercedes Flashrunt-of-the-web

This dad plays too much. So heartbreaking!

9. iSock

9. iSockrunt-of-the-web

Perfectly wrapped prank on a Christmas morning.

10. Glassware set VS Xbox One

10. Glassware set VS Xbox Onerunt-of-the-web

Say hello to Naughty and Nice.

11. "The perfect gift"

11. runt-of-the-web

Mom and daughter need to have a talk before the next Christmas.

12. Management has some explaining to do

12. Management has some explaining to dorunt-of-the-web

Someone is really pissed.

13. Used soap bars

13. Used soap barsrunt-of-the-web

Your bathing soap for the next 6 months is covered.

14. Beets By Dre

14. Beets By Drerunt-of-the-web

Her mom must be a witty prankster.

15. "Screenshots neatly packaged"

15. runt-of-the-web

I'm sure he won't forget this gift in a hurry.

16. Extra safe Christmas gift

16. Extra safe Christmas giftrunt-of-the-web

Christmas is definitely ruined.

17. Granny coat

17. Granny coatrunt-of-the-web

Grandma making sure her grand daughter is well dressed for the occasion.

18. "I'm loving it"

18. runt-of-the-web

Looks like McDonald's to me.

19. Deodorant galore

19. Deodorant galorerunt-of-the-web

That's one way to pass a message.

20. Salad spinner and sugarless chocolate

20. Salad spinner and sugarless chocolaterunt-of-the-web

This Mother-in-law must be a nutritionist.

21. That furry look

21. That furry lookrunt-of-the-web

She doesn't look happy at all.

22. The "perfect" shirt

22. The runt-of-the-web

It's taking a lot longer for my leg to grow back than i thought it would

Ouch!

23. Worthless lottery tickets

23. Worthless lottery ticketsrunt-of-the-web

Seems Nicole has been waiting all year for this moment.

24. Yipee! A surf boa...

24. Yipee! A surf boa...runt-of-the-web

Oh well, try again next year.

25. Subscription money

25. Subscription moneyrunt-of-the-web

Dad is just trying to help.

26. A Nice outfit with a twist

26. A Nice outfit with a twistrunt-of-the-web

When your favorite outfit is your only outfit.

27. Christmas potato

27. Christmas potatorunt-of-the-web

This is cruel and hilarious at the same time.

28. Club bar

28. Club barrunt-of-the-web

Honestly, it's too darn funny.

29. A nice looking comb...

29. A nice looking comb...runt-of-the-web

...for a bald man.

30. The "perfect" gift for a gamer

When you tell your grandma you're into gaming.

31. Ancient TV set

My grandma said I could have her old TV so I could "finally play some video games."

Raise your hand if you use this for video games. Anyone...?

32. Ouuu, an art book

32. Ouuu, an art bookrunt-of-the-web

Oh wait...there's a mix-up somewhere.

We hope these stories of the worst Christmas gift fails gave you a good laugh—or at least a good story to tell your friends. As for us, we think it’s important that people know what NOT to buy when they see someone with a wish list this holiday season.

Do you have any funny gift fail stories from recent years? Share them in the comments below!

Jesse