Gifts for Him
Useful, well-made gifts for husbands, dads, brothers and friends.
How to pick
- Upgrade something he already uses every week instead of guessing at a new hobby.
- If he's hard to shop for, a consumable like good coffee or hot sauce never gathers dust.
- Check what he already owns before buying tools or tech, so you don't give a duplicate.
67 gift ideas
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MEATER Plus Smart Meat Thermometer
A wire-free probe that sends the temperature to his phone, so the steak comes out right every time.
- Best for
- Grillers and smokers who like checking on the meat from their phone
- Skip if
- They'd rather have a simple thermometer with no app
Typical price: $50 to $100
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Leatherman Rev Multi-Tool
A pocket-size multi-tool with a knife, screwdrivers and a package opener. Useful every day.
- Best for
- Everyday fixes, opening boxes and small jobs
- Skip if
- They need pliers, since the Rev doesn't have them
Typical price: $25 to $50
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Bellroy Tech Kit Compact
A neat zip pouch for chargers, cables and a mouse, so his bag stops being a tangle.
- Best for
- Commuters and travelers with a tangle of cables
- Skip if
- They only carry a phone and one charger
Typical price: $50 to $100
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Cholula Hot Sauce Variety Pack
Six bottles of Cholula in different flavors, for the guy who puts hot sauce on everything.
- Best for
- People who add hot sauce to everything
- Skip if
- They don't like spicy food
Typical price: Under $25
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YETI Rambler 20 oz Tumbler
A tough stainless tumbler that keeps coffee hot or drinks ice cold for hours.
- Best for
- Coffee drinkers on the go who want it hot for hours
- Skip if
- They toss their cup in a bag, since the lid isn't leakproof
Typical price: $25 to $50
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Carhartt Knit Cuffed Beanie
The classic warm work beanie. Fits almost everyone and lasts for years.
- Best for
- Anyone who works or plays outside in the cold
- Skip if
- They want a fashion-forward hat
Typical price: Under $25
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Anker Zolo 20,000mAh Power Bank
A portable charger with a built-in cable that can charge a phone several times.
- Best for
- Travelers and heavy phone users who run out of battery
- Skip if
- They want something that fits in a pocket
Typical price: $25 to $50
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Lodge Cast Iron Skillet, 10.25 Inch
A pre-seasoned skillet that sears steaks and lasts a lifetime.
- Best for
- Home cooks who want a great sear and a pan that lasts decades
- Skip if
- They want something light, or that goes in the dishwasher
Typical price: Under $25
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Hatch Baby Sound Machine and Night Light
A soothing sound machine and night light that new parents control from their phone.
- Best for
- New parents who want a sound machine and night light in one
- Skip if
- They already have a sound machine they like
Typical price: $50 to $100
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Nespresso Vertuo Pop+ Coffee Machine
Coffee and espresso at the touch of a button, in a compact machine.
- Best for
- Coffee drinkers who want café drinks at the push of a button
- Skip if
- They don't want to buy Nespresso's Vertuo pods
Typical price: $100+
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Ember Smart Mug 2, 10 oz
A heated mug that keeps coffee at the perfect temperature, controlled by an app.
- Best for
- Slow sippers whose coffee always goes cold
- Skip if
- They drink big mugs, since this one holds 10 oz
Typical price: $50 to $100
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Franklin Pickleball Starter Set
Paddles and balls to start playing pickleball, the sport everyone's trying.
- Best for
- Beginners who want to try the sport with a friend
- Skip if
- They already play seriously and own good paddles
Typical price: Under $25
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Wilson NFL Super Grip Football
A grippy, durable football for backyard games.
- Best for
- Backyard and park games of catch
- Skip if
- They already have a good football
Typical price: Under $25
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JBL Flip 6 Bluetooth Speaker
A loud, waterproof speaker that goes from the pool to the backyard.
- Best for
- Pool days, beach trips and backyard music
- Skip if
- They want room-filling sound for a big party
Typical price: $100+
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Fiskars 3-Piece Garden Hand Tools Set
A sturdy trowel, transplanter and cultivator for the gardener in the family.
- Best for
- Gardeners who plant pots and small beds
- Skip if
- They already have a set of hand tools
Typical price: Under $25
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Chuckit! Classic Ball Launcher
Throws the ball farther with less effort. Every dog's favorite gift for their human.
- Best for
- Dog owners whose dog lives for fetch
- Skip if
- Their dog isn't into fetch
Typical price: Under $25
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Theragun Mini Massage Gun
A pocket-size massager that works out knots after workouts or long days at a desk.
- Best for
- Gym-goers and desk workers with tight muscles
- Skip if
- They want a full-size massage gun for deep work
Typical price: $100+
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Codenames
A team word-guessing game that's quick to set up and great for groups.
- Best for
- Parties and groups of four or more
- Skip if
- They usually play with just two people
Typical price: Under $25
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Apple AirPods 4
Apple's open-fit earbuds with easy iPhone pairing and a USB-C case.
- Best for
- iPhone users who want easy, comfortable earbuds
- Skip if
- They use Android, or want sealed-in noise blocking
Typical price: $100+
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Ninja CREAMi Ice Cream Maker
Turns frozen bases into ice cream, sorbet or protein treats at the push of a button.
- Best for
- Ice cream lovers and anyone who wants high-protein treats
- Skip if
- They want ice cream right away, since bases freeze for a day first
Typical price: $100+
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Apple AirTag 4-Pack
Keeps keys, bags and luggage easy to find from an iPhone.
- Best for
- iPhone users who lose keys, bags or luggage
- Skip if
- They use Android
Typical price: $50 to $100
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Atomic Habits by James Clear
The best-selling guide to small habits that add up to big changes.
- Best for
- Anyone starting fresh, like a grad or a new year
- Skip if
- They've already read it
Typical price: Under $25
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Fitbit Inspire 3 Fitness Tracker
A slim tracker for steps, sleep and heart rate with a battery that lasts for days.
- Best for
- People who want simple step, sleep and heart tracking
- Skip if
- They want a smartwatch with apps
Typical price: $50 to $100
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Sony WH-1000XM5 Noise Canceling Headphones
Top-rated noise canceling headphones for flights, commutes and focus time.
- Best for
- Frequent flyers and commuters who want quiet
- Skip if
- They want small earbuds or are on a budget
Typical price: $100+
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Ninja 4-Quart Air Fryer
Crisps fries, wings and veggies with little oil, and the basket goes in the dishwasher.
- Best for
- Busy cooks who want crispy food without much oil
- Skip if
- Counter space is tight or they cook for a big family
Typical price: $50 to $100
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Craft A Brew American Pale Ale Kit
Everything needed to brew a gallon of pale ale at home.
- Best for
- Beer lovers who like hands-on hobbies
- Skip if
- They want beer right away, since brewing takes a few weeks
Typical price: $25 to $50
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DEWALT 20V MAX Cordless Drill Kit
A compact cordless drill with batteries, ready for shelves, furniture and fixes.
- Best for
- New homeowners and DIYers
- Skip if
- They already own drills from another brand, since batteries don't swap between brands
Typical price: $100+
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Coleman Camping Chair with Cooler
A folding chair with a built-in cooler pouch in the armrest.
- Best for
- Tailgates, camping and kids' sports games
- Skip if
- They hike far to camp, since it's bulky
Typical price: $25 to $50
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Black Diamond Spot 400 Headlamp
A bright, waterproof headlamp for camping, running and power outages.
- Best for
- Campers, runners and power outages
- Skip if
- They already have a good headlamp
Typical price: $25 to $50
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Timex Weekender 38mm Watch
A clean, easy-to-read everyday watch with a strap that's easy to swap.
- Best for
- Anyone who wants a simple, classic watch
- Skip if
- They want smartwatch features
Typical price: $25 to $50
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Logitech MX Master 3S Wireless Mouse
A comfortable, quiet mouse with a fast scroll wheel that works across computers.
- Best for
- People who work at a computer all day
- Skip if
- They're left-handed, since it's shaped for the right hand
Typical price: $50 to $100
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Anker MagGo 3-in-1 Charging Station
Charges an iPhone, Apple Watch and AirPods at once from one compact stand.
- Best for
- iPhone, Apple Watch and AirPods owners
- Skip if
- They don't use Apple devices
Typical price: $50 to $100
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Fellow Stagg EKG Electric Kettle
A precise pour-over kettle that holds the exact temperature for coffee or tea.
- Best for
- Pour-over coffee and tea lovers
- Skip if
- They only use pods or a drip machine
Typical price: $100+
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AeroPress Original Coffee Maker
Makes smooth, rich coffee in about a minute and packs easily for travel.
- Best for
- Travelers and anyone who makes one great cup at a time
- Skip if
- They brew coffee for the whole family at once
Typical price: $25 to $50
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Baratza Encore Burr Coffee Grinder
The go-to starter burr grinder for fresher, more even coffee at home.
- Best for
- Coffee lovers ready for a big flavor upgrade
- Skip if
- They use pods or preground coffee and like it
Typical price: $100+
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Titleist Pro V1 Golf Balls, One Dozen
The golf ball many players trust, in a gift-ready dozen.
- Best for
- Regular golfers who care about their ball
- Skip if
- They're new to golf and lose lots of balls
Typical price: $50 to $100
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Spalding NBA Street Outdoor Basketball
A durable rubber ball made for driveway and park courts.
- Best for
- Driveway and park courts
- Skip if
- They mostly play indoors
Typical price: Under $25
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Xbox Wireless Controller
The official controller for Xbox and PC, with textured grips.
- Best for
- Xbox and PC gamers
- Skip if
- They play on PlayStation or Switch
Typical price: $50 to $100
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PlayStation 5 DualSense Controller
Sony's controller with haptic feedback and adaptive triggers.
- Best for
- PlayStation 5 gamers who need a second controller
- Skip if
- They play on Xbox or Switch
Typical price: $50 to $100
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HyperX Cloud II Gaming Headset
A comfortable gaming headset with clear sound and a detachable mic.
- Best for
- Gamers who chat with friends while they play
- Skip if
- They want wireless, since this headset plugs in
Typical price: $50 to $100
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ThermoPro Instant Read Meat Thermometer
Reads in seconds, so steaks and chicken come out just right.
- Best for
- Any cook who wants meat done right, at a low price
- Skip if
- They want to watch the temperature with the lid closed
Typical price: Under $25
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Cuisinart Deluxe Grill Tool Set
A full set of grilling tools in a carry case for backyard cookouts.
- Best for
- New grill owners, Father's Day and housewarmings
- Skip if
- They already have a set of grill tools
Typical price: $25 to $50
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Philips Norelco OneBlade 360
Trims, edges and shaves with one tool, wet or dry.
- Best for
- Guys who trim, edge and shave stubble
- Skip if
- They want a very close razor shave
Typical price: $50 to $100
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Solo Stove Mesa Tabletop Fire Pit
A low-smoke mini fire pit for the patio table, with a stand and carry bag.
- Best for
- Patio hangouts and making s'mores at home
- Skip if
- They have no outdoor space
Typical price: $100+
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Amazon Echo Dot (5th Gen)
A compact smart speaker for music, timers and questions answered by voice.
- Best for
- Music, timers and smart home control by voice
- Skip if
- They'd rather not have a voice assistant in the house
Typical price: $25 to $50
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Instant Pot Duo 7-in-1 Pressure Cooker
Pressure cooks, slow cooks, steams and makes rice, so weeknight dinners go fast.
- Best for
- Busy weeknight cooks who want dinner fast
- Skip if
- Counter and cupboard space is tight
Typical price: $50 to $100
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Vacu Vin Wine Saver Pump
Pumps the air out of opened bottles so wine stays fresh for days.
- Best for
- Wine lovers who don't finish a bottle in one night
- Skip if
- Their bottles never last past dinner
Typical price: Under $25
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Squirrel Buster Plus Bird Feeder
A bird feeder that closes when squirrels climb on, so the seed goes to the birds.
- Best for
- Bird watchers fed up with squirrels
- Skip if
- They have nowhere to hang it
Typical price: $50 to $100
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Moleskine Classic Hardcover Notebook
A sturdy notebook with an elastic closure for lists, ideas and sketches.
- Best for
- Writers, planners and list makers
- Skip if
- They use fountain pens, which can show through the pages
Typical price: Under $25
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OCOOPA Rechargeable Hand Warmers
Two pocket warmers that heat up fast and double as small power banks.
- Best for
- Cold commutes, games and winter walks
- Skip if
- They need all-day heat, since a charge lasts a few hours
Typical price: $25 to $50
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KONG Classic Dog Toy
A tough rubber toy to stuff with treats that keeps dogs busy.
- Best for
- Dogs who need something to keep them busy
- Skip if
- Their dog destroys toys, so pick the tougher black version
Typical price: Under $25
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Furbo 360 Dog Camera
A pet camera that turns to follow the dog and tosses treats from a phone.
- Best for
- Dog owners who are away from home a lot
- Skip if
- Their dog is rarely home alone
Typical price: $100+
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Da Bird Feather Cat Toy
A feather wand that flutters like a real bird, a favorite of even lazy cats.
- Best for
- Cat owners who want to play with their cat
- Skip if
- They want a toy the cat plays with alone
Typical price: Under $25
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Furhaven Orthopedic Sofa Dog Bed
A cushy bed with bolsters for dogs that love to lean and curl up.
- Best for
- Dogs who love to curl up and lean on something
- Skip if
- Their dog chews beds
Typical price: $25 to $50
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Cabeau Evolution S3 Travel Pillow
A memory foam neck pillow that keeps your head from tipping on flights.
- Best for
- Frequent flyers and long road trips
- Skip if
- They rarely travel
Typical price: $25 to $50
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BAGAIL Packing Cubes, 8-Piece Set
Zip cubes in several sizes that keep a suitcase neat.
- Best for
- Anyone who travels with a suitcase
- Skip if
- They only travel with a small backpack
Typical price: Under $25
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Audio-Technica AT-LP60X Turntable
A fully automatic record player that's easy to set up and plays right away.
- Best for
- New record collectors who want easy setup
- Skip if
- They don't have speakers, since it needs its own
Typical price: $100+
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TriggerPoint GRID Foam Roller
A firm foam roller for loosening tight muscles after runs and workouts.
- Best for
- Runners and gym-goers with tight muscles
- Skip if
- They want a soft roller, since this one is firm
Typical price: $25 to $50
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Death Wish Coffee Whole Bean
A famously strong dark roast for people who take their coffee seriously.
- Best for
- People who like very strong, dark coffee
- Skip if
- They're sensitive to caffeine
Typical price: Under $25
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TRUFF Hot Sauce Variety Pack
Truffle-infused hot sauces in gift-ready bottles.
- Best for
- Foodies who like a fancier hot sauce
- Skip if
- They don't like truffle or heat
Typical price: $25 to $50
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Hap Tim Picnic Backpack for Four
A backpack with plates, cutlery, wine glasses and an insulated cooler section.
- Best for
- Couples and families who love eating outdoors
- Skip if
- They rarely picnic
Typical price: $50 to $100
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Fit Simplify Resistance Loop Bands
Five color-coded exercise bands for home workouts and stretching.
- Best for
- Home workouts and travel
- Skip if
- They want heavy strength training
Typical price: Under $25
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Bose SoundLink Flex Speaker (2nd Gen)
A rugged, waterproof speaker with surprisingly full sound for its size.
- Best for
- Hikes, beach days and the bathroom shower
- Skip if
- They want big bass to fill a room
Typical price: $100+
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Hydro Flask 32 oz Wide Mouth Bottle
Keeps water cold all day, with a flexible cap that's easy to carry.
- Best for
- Hikers and people who drink a lot of water
- Skip if
- They need it to fit in a car cup holder
Typical price: $25 to $50
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YnM 15 lb Weighted Blanket
A heavy, calming blanket many people say helps them sleep.
- Best for
- Adults who find weighted blankets calming
- Skip if
- It's for a young child, since 15 lb is sized for adults
Typical price: $50 to $100
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BrüMate Hopsulator Slim Can Cooler
Keeps slim cans and seltzers cold far longer than a foam koozie.
- Best for
- People who drink slim cans, like hard seltzer
- Skip if
- They mostly drink standard 12 oz cans
Typical price: Under $25
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CATAN Board Game
The trading and building strategy game families play for years.
- Best for
- Game nights with three or four players who like strategy
- Skip if
- They usually play with two, or want a short game
Typical price: $25 to $50
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