Halloween is a creepy holiday, allowing you to go all out on decorations to create the creepiest Halloween-themed entrance to your home or house party.

With the addition of Halloween gadgets, you can really ramp up the scare factor to add realistic and spooky touches to your home or garden.

Here are the best Halloween gadgets available today.

The Reaper Brothers Holiday Digital Decoration Kit is the ultimate solution to creating a spooky scene right outside your house. The included USB stick features up to eight Halloween scenes, four Christmas scenes, and lots more. This way, you can use the projector throughout the year without having to fork out more cash on different scenes.

This projector features a 1280x720 resolution in HD and includes a remote for easy use. The 48 by 72-inch holographic screen comes with the kit and can be placed behind any window in your house to create a spooktacular feel for Halloween.

While it's an expensive investment, the Reaper Brothers Holiday Digital Decoration Kit can be repurposed as it has HDMI, USB, and AV inputs. You'll also find four how-to videos that will guide you through the best way to digitally decorate your house for Halloween.

Key Features
  • USB stick includes 8 Halloween videos
  • Built-in speakers
  • Includes remote and power cable
Specifications
  • Brand: Kringle Bros
  • Native Resolution: 1280x720
  • ANSI Lumens: 160
  • Projection Technology: LED
  • Connectivity: HDMI, USB, AV
  • Throw Ratio: 16:9/4:3
  • HDR: Yes
  • Audio: N/A
  • OS: N/A
  • Lamp Life: 30,000 hours
  • Noise Level : N/A
Pros
  • Great for creating a spooky scene
  • Includes other holiday scenes for use all year round
  • Projects up to 120-inches
Cons
  • Expensive
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Reaper Brothers Holiday Digital Decoration Kit
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2. Halloween Fog Machine

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The Halloween Fog Machine is incredibly easy to use and includes a generous 300ml tank. Within a matter of minutes, this fog machine can fill up a small room, creating a spooktacular atmosphere from a small gadget. There are six LED lights that add to the overall effect, with the option of changing between seven colors.

The included remote can be used up to around 10m distance from the Halloween Fog Machine. You can quickly switch between colors or settings to ensure your Halloween gadget never stops creating the best effects for trick-or-treaters.

This affordable Halloween gadget can be used all year round, whether it be for parties, holiday events, or weddings, it's a versatile fog machine that seriously packs a punch.

Key Features
  • Creates smoke at 2,500CFM
  • 6 LEDs with 7 color options
  • 300ml tank capacity
Specifications
  • Brand: Theefun
  • Connectivity: Power outlet
  • Integrations: N/A
  • Color: Black
  • Material: Metal
  • Battery: N/A
  • Weight: 4.38lbs
  • Capacity: 300ml
  • Mount: N/A
  • Optical System: N/A
  • Aperture: N/A
  • Focal Length: N/A
Pros
  • Affordable
  • Creates an atmospheric look
  • Easy to use
Cons
  • Doesn't include liquid
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Halloween Fog Machine

The Halloween String Lights are a simple addition that can easily turn your home or outdoor Halloween scene into a spooktacular surprise. Powered by three AA batteries, you won't need to worry about where the power source can stretch to since it doesn't have to be plugged into a wall outlet.

Whether you choose to hang the Halloween String Lights up, cluster them, or put them in a jar, this Halloween gadget is one of the easiest to use and, of course, it's portable.

The only downside to the Halloween String Lights is that there are only 20 pumpkins included with each pack. They can really turn the Halloween effects up, so it would be worth investing in several of them to get the most out of them.

Key Features
  • 3D pumpkin design
  • Two different lighting modes
  • Battery powered
Specifications
  • Brand: KAILEDI
  • Connectivity: Battery
  • Integrations: None
  • Color: Warm
  • Material: Plastic
  • Battery: 3xAAA (not included)
  • Weight: 5.6oz
  • Capacity: N/A
  • Mount: N/A
  • Optical System: N/A
  • Aperture: N/A
  • Focal Length: N/A
Pros
  • Portable
  • Easy to create a Halloween effect
  • Very affordable
Cons
  • Only 20 pumpkins in each pack
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Halloween String Lights

Control your outdoor lighting this Halloween with the Govee Outdoor LED Strip Lights. These can be used all year round and can add a vibrant glow to your home. Choose from 64 scene modes and 16 music sync modes to make your house stand out.

Using the Govee Home app, the Govee Outdoor LED Strip Lights can be controlled from your smartphone. Here you can turn the lights on/off, adjust the brightness, change colors, and set scenes on a timer function.

The provided adhesive clips make these lights easy to install. And, since they are IP65 water-resistant, they can be used outdoors for any occasion.

Key Features
  • Smartphone controlled
  • IP65 waterproof
  • 64 scene modes
  • 16 music sync modes
Specifications
  • Brand: Govee
  • Hub Required: No
  • Music Reactive: Yes
  • Multicolor Capable: Yes
  • Color Range: 16 million colors
  • Voice Compatibility : Google, Alexa
  • Connectivity: Bluetooth
  • Length: 32.8ft
Pros
  • Easy to setup
  • Tons of light scenes
  • Timer function
Cons
  • Won't be easy to install on sectioned roofs
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Govee Outdoor LED Strip Lights

The Vanthylit Giant Black Spider Web is an affordable Halloween decoration that's going to cover a wide area. It's 16.4 feet in length and 14.7 feet in height and comes with a reel, hanger, and five ground stakes. This makes it easy to keep in place once you've set it up. However, it's going to need a couple of people as this decoration is huge and not easy to handle by yourself.

Once in place, the Vanthylit Giant Black Spider Web features 135 LED lights in a dark purple color to give off a truly spooky vibe. It's perfect for decorating your lawn or yard to turn heads this Halloween.

Key Features
  • 135 LED lights
  • Storage reel
Specifications
  • Brand: Vanthylit
  • Color: Purple, Orange
  • Material: Polyester
  • Weight: 13.7oz
  • Dimensions: 17.13 x 4.49 x 4.49 inches
  • Power Supply: AC
  • Battery Type: N/A
Pros
  • Large decoration
  • Choice of colors
  • Easy to store with reel
Cons
  • Not easy to setup
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Vanthylit Giant Black Spider Web

If you want to make a statement this Halloween, the Ustellar Flood Lights can help you do just that! These bright 25W RGB lights are easy to set up and can create a party landscape in an instant. From flash and strobe lighting to fade effects, you can add something truly spectacular to your home. And, for an affordable price too.

Using the provided remote controller, you can control the colors, brightness, and color-changing patterns of the Ustellar Flood Lights. If you like what you've created, you can use the memory function to store your creation so you can use it again and again.

With an IP66 waterproof rating, you can be sure that these lights won't give in to the elements. Mix and match multiple lights to create a truly spooktacular scene this Halloween.

Key Features
  • Six color changing modes
  • Timer (3, 6, and 12 hours)
  • IP66 waterproof
  • Dimmable
Specifications
  • Brand: Ustellar
  • Multicolor Capable: Yes
  • Color Range: RGB
  • Voltage: 120V
  • Working Temperature: 25 degrees
  • Power Input: 100-240V AC
Pros
  • Great for different events
  • Perfect for outdoors (waterproof)
  • Includes color and white lighting
Cons
  • Some colors like green and yellow aren't as bright
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Ustellar Flood Lights

The Zombie Holding Lantern is a cold cast resin figure that depicts a Zombie emerging from the ground. The lantern features an LED light that is solar powered; when the sun rises it charges up, and when the sun goes down the light turns on to create a spooky look and feel.

Place it on a window ledge, in your garden, or add it to your Halloween-themed gadgets to create the ultimate spooktacular party. This solid figure would be easy to enhance with additional Halloween lights or decorations.

The Zombie Holding Lantern is quite pricey, but it's incredibly durable and offers an effective way to make your Halloween extra spooky.

Key Features
  • Solar panel surrounding LED
  • On/off switch
  • Light sensor
Specifications
  • Brand: Private Label
  • Connectivity: None
  • Integrations: None
  • Color: Multicolor
  • Material: Resin
  • Battery: 1xAA (included)
  • Weight: 8.45lbs
  • Capacity: N/A
  • Mount: N/A
  • Optical System: N/A
  • Aperture: N/A
  • Focal Length: N/A
Pros
  • Automatically turns on/off when sun rises or goes down
  • Creepy Halloween gadget perfect for parties
Cons
  • Expensive
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Zombie Holding Lantern

These multipurpose EL wires are ideal for creating any shape you like to pull out some amazing effects this Halloween. Add them to your clothing, shoes, Halloween mask, or even your home.

The Vnolfot Neon Wire Neon Light can be used indoors and outdoors, so you can use them whether you're dressing up yourself or your house. And, since they are powered by two AA batteries, you can keep glowing for some time!

Choose between continuous, slow flash, fast flash, or off and create 360-degree illuminated decorations for a spectacular show.

Key Features
  • Flexible and cuttable
  • Four lighting modes
  • Indoor and outdoor use
Specifications
  • Brand: Vnolfot
  • Color: Red, Green, White, Blue, Purple
  • Material: ‎Polyvinyl Chloride
  • Weight: ‎10.8oz
  • Dimensions: ‎8.7 x 6.02 x 1.65 inches
  • Power Supply: ‎Battery Powered
  • Battery Type: AA
Pros
  • Flexible design
  • Can be cut to length
  • Multiple lighting modes
Cons
  • Some potential connection issues while wearing them
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Vnolfot Neon Wire Neon Light

The Halloween Doorbell may look like a regular doorbell, but once pressed it delivers a creepy eyeball and haunting music to add to your Halloween theme. It's easy to press and is great for adults, kids, and trick-or-treaters.

However, it's worth being aware that it is quite loud, so you might want to prewarn your neighbors! At an affordable cost, the Halloween Doorbell is a great investment.

Although it's made from plastic, it's incredibly sturdy and durable and doesn't take up too much space. Dig this Halloween gadget out year after year for a spooktacular surprise.

Key Features
  • Creates spooky sounds
  • Press to ring
Specifications
  • Brand: Nobie Vivid
  • Connectivity: None
  • Integrations: None
  • Color: Brown, Gold, Green
  • Material: Plastic
  • Battery: 3xAAA (not included)
  • Weight: 9.6oz
  • Capacity: N/A
  • Mount: N/A
  • Optical System: N/A
  • Aperture: N/A
  • Focal Length: N/A
Pros
  • Great for a gift
  • Adds a creepy atmosphere
  • Good quality
Cons
  • Quite loud
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Halloween Doorbell

The Best Choice Products Animatronic Roaming Creepy Doll is a truly terrifying addition to your Halloween party. Sound and touch activated, this doll will easily terrify your guests by roaming around and offering bone-chilling phrases like "Mommy, I can't find you" that will give you the creeps.

Although recommended for indoor use only, you could use the Best Choice Products Animatronic Roaming Creepy Doll outdoors on a dry night and a flat pathway to give trick-or-treaters a fright!

This Halloween gadget is battery-powered, so you can expect a decent amount of life from it.

Key Features
  • Sound activation
  • Touch activation
  • Roaming
  • Adjustable arms
  • Glowing eyes
Specifications
  • Brand: Best Choice Products
  • Color: Red
  • Material: Polyester, Plastic, Iron
  • Weight: 3.09lbs
  • Dimensions: 15 x 15 x 24.5 inches
  • Power Supply: Battery Powered
  • Battery Type: AA
Pros
  • Multiple chilling phrases
  • Easy to setup
  • High quality build
Cons
  • Doesn't include batteries
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Best Choice Products Animatronic Roaming Creepy Doll

Fans of Disney's The Haunted Mansion can now add a sprinkle of spooky to their homes with the amscan Madame Leota Crystal Ball. With blue LEDs, you can see Madame Leota floating in this globe, attracting the attention of your guests as a centerpiece on your Halloween table.

While the amscan Madame Leota Crystal Ball is only suitable for indoor use, you could quite easily place it on a window ledge to give those passing by a fright. The colors are bold and bright and are sure to turn heads.

Key Features
  • Motion activated
  • Blue LEDs
  • Indoor use
Specifications
  • Brand: amscan
  • Weight: 2.11oz
  • Dimensions: 7.05 x 6.93 x 0.04 inches
  • Power Supply: Battery Powered
  • Battery Type: AA
Pros
  • Just the right amount of creepy!
  • Looks and sounds great
  • Can be used every year for Halloween
Cons
  • Looks metallic but is actually plastic
  • Quite expensive
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amscan Madame Leota Crystal Ball

Whether you have older children who love the spooky feel of Halloween, or you want to light up your house, the MOKOQI Halloween Projector can offer some truly awesome and bright projections.

There are 17 different color-changing patterns to choose from, rotating 360 degrees so you can see every image. And, once Halloween is over, you can easily remove the film and use the MOKOQI Halloween Projector as a night light.

The projector can be recharged using a USB cable, so you can use the MOKOQI Halloween Projector every year.

Key Features
  • Three power options
  • 360-degree rotation
  • Night light mode
Specifications
  • Brand: MOKOQI
  • Connectivity: USB
  • Color: Black, White, Blue, Pink
  • Weight: 13.1oz
  • Dimensions: 4.72 x 5.31 x 4.72 inches
  • Power Supply: AC, Battery, USB
  • Battery Type: AAA
Pros
  • USB cable included
  • Multiple color options
  • Multiple power options
Cons
  • Feels a little flimsy
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MOKOQI Halloween Projector

The Animated Hanging Grim Reaper is sound-activated with moving arms to create a very creepy theme for your Halloween party. The Reaper's eyes glow when activated, making horror noises to scare your guests or trick-or-treaters.

Using just two AA batteries, you can get the Animated Hanging Grim Reaper out of your Halloween box year after year. It's an affordable Halloween gadget and really adds to the scary nature of Halloween.

With adjustable arms, you can add additional decorations to the Animated Hanging Grim Reaper, like spiderwebs to boost the overall effect.

Key Features
  • Sound activated
  • Moving arms
  • Adjustable arms
Specifications
  • Brand: JOYIN
  • Connectivity: None
  • Integrations: None
  • Color: Black
  • Material: Not Provided
  • Battery: 3xAA
  • Weight: 1.51lbs
  • Capacity: N/A
  • Mount: N/A
  • Optical System: N/A
  • Aperture: N/A
  • Focal Length: N/A
Pros
  • Creates a very spooky atmosphere
  • Affordable
  • Can be reused each year
Cons
  • Would be better if it was motion activated
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Animated Hanging Grim Reaper

FAQ

Q: How Can I Decorate Halloween Cheap?

It's easy to create an awesome Halloween-themed party or decorate your house for Halloween on a budget. Rather than seeking out a specialty or specific items, try to repurpose what you have in your home. Adding a few cobwebs to existing furniture or decor can really add to the spooky feel.

Q: When Should Halloween Decorations Be Put Up?

You can put your Halloween decorations up whenever you like, but the most popular time of year to put Halloween decorations up is within the first two weeks of October.

Q: Can You Mix Fall And Halloween Decor?

Fall colors are perfect to integrate with your Halloween decorations. With orange and brown tones, it's easy to repurpose your Fall decor into Halloween decor or mix them together.