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Someone you know loves Scrabble and you need a present. Start with what they already own, then pick from the groups below: small gifts, gifts for keen players, families, grandparents, and travellers.
What is the best Scrabble gift?
If they already own a board, a Collins dictionary, or a wooden turntable is the safest choice. If they own nothing, a new set makes the best present. The table sorts our picks by who they suit.
| Gift | Best for | Gift size |
|---|---|---|
| Collins Scrabble Dictionary | Anyone who plays often | Small |
| Collins Scrabble Puzzles | Practising alone | Small |
| Scrabble Slam | Stockings and short games | Small |
| Wooden turntable | Someone who already has a board | Small |
| Scrabble with wood tiles | A family without a set | Small |
| Scrabble Junior | Children aged 6 and up | Small |
| Travel Scrabble | Trips and holidays | Small |
| Large Print Scrabble | Easier reading | Bigger |
| Retro tin or Deluxe Travel Edition | Keen players and collectors | Bigger |
| Super Scrabble | Groups and long evenings | Bigger |
What should you check before you buy?
Check three things: whether they own a set, which dictionary they use, and who will play. A quick look at the games shelf saves a duplicate.
- No set at all: buy a set. Our guide to Scrabble sets explains the choices.
- A set with missing tiles: see our guide to replacement Scrabble tiles before you buy a whole new game.
- A dictionary on the shelf: look for Collins. It is the Scrabble dictionary UK players are pointed to.
What are good Scrabble stocking fillers?
A puzzle book, a tips book, or a card game all fit in a stocking and make a small birthday present too.
Collins Scrabble Puzzles gives them something to work on between games.
101 Ways to Win at Scrabble is a pocket book of tips for better scores.
Scrabble Slam is a fast card game where you change one letter at a time. It takes a few minutes to learn.
For two players who like a race, Bananagrams Duel is a small word game made for two. We cover it in our games like Scrabble guide.
What should you buy a keen Scrabble player?
Buy something that improves a set they already have: a dictionary, a turntable, or a timer.
The Collins Scrabble Dictionary lists every playable word from 2 to 9 letters, so it settles arguments at the table.
A wooden turntable spins the board to face each player, so nobody reads letters upside down.
A pack of six sand timers keeps turns moving without a phone on the table.
A strong player may also like our two-letter words list and the scoring guide. Both are free, so put a link in the card.
What are the best bigger Scrabble gifts?
For a bigger present, choose a set with character: a retro tin, a Deluxe Travel Edition, or Super Scrabble.
The retro edition comes in a collector's tin with wooden racks and tiles.
Super Scrabble has a 21 by 21 board, 200 tiles, and quadruple squares. It suits groups who want a longer game. Read more on our Super Scrabble page.
What is a good Scrabble gift for a family?
A new set is a good shared present if the family has no board or the old one is incomplete.
Younger children can join in with Scrabble Junior, which has a two-sided board and is made for ages 6 and up. For the youngest, My First Bananagrams is made for ages 4 and up (see our games like Scrabble guide). If the grown-ups disagree on the rules, our house rules page helps.
What is a good Scrabble gift for grandparents?
Large Print Scrabble is the best choice, because clear tiles make the game easier to enjoy together. Our large print guide has more.
A large-print score book goes well with it. It has printed sheets with big, clear boxes.
What is a good Scrabble gift for travellers?
A travel set is the best choice: it is made to be carried, so it suits holidays and visits to family.
For someone who plays often, there is also a higher-end travel set.
What free extras can you add to the card?
Add a link to the free tools on this site. They cost nothing and help a new player get started.
- Our score keeper adds up the scores for you.
- Our rules page settles who is right.
- Our printable score sheet suits anyone who prefers pen and paper.
- Our tile values page lists every letter and its points.
Common questions
What is a good gift for a Scrabble lover?
If they have a board, a Collins dictionary, a turntable, or a puzzle book is a good add-on. If they have none, a new set makes a good shared present.
What can I give someone who already owns Scrabble?
Choose an add-on: a dictionary, a turntable, sand timers, a puzzle book, or a different word game such as Scrabble Slam.
What is a good stocking filler for a Scrabble fan?
A puzzle book, a pocket book of tips such as 101 Ways to Win at Scrabble, or a card game such as Scrabble Slam all fit in a stocking.
What is the best gift for a serious Scrabble player?
A Collins dictionary and a turntable improve a set they already own. For a bigger gift, choose the retro tin or Super Scrabble.
Which dictionary should a UK Scrabble player have?
Look for a Collins Scrabble dictionary. It lists every playable word from 2 to 9 letters.
What is the best Scrabble gift for grandparents?
Large Print Scrabble makes the game easier to enjoy together, and a large-print score book goes well with it.
What Scrabble gift suits young children?
Scrabble Junior is made for ages 6 and up. For the youngest, My First Bananagrams is made for ages 4 and up.
What is the best Scrabble gift for a traveller?
Travel Scrabble is made to be carried on trips. A higher-end travel edition suits someone who plays often.
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