50+ Best Gifts for Men Who Deserve the Best
These unique, one-of-a-kind or popular gifts will make any occasion truly special.
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Men are notoriously hard to shop for. When asked what they want, they say nothing, but if you don’t buy them anything, they're disappointed. It can feel like a mind game. To ease the headache of trying to guess what they want, we put together a list of gifts for men that are practically foolproof.
This mix of crowd-pleasing presents comes highly recommended by our Good Housekeeping Institute, editors, readers and Amazon reviewers. These gift ideas span all types of budgets and categories, ranging from affordable tech to splurge-worthy kitchen gadgets. This collection is perfect for dads, husbands, grandpas, brothers, friends and more.
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Your favorite grilling guy is going to love rolling asparagus, bell peppers, string beans, onions and even fresh fruit — seriously, try grilled peaches drizzled with aged balsamic vinegar — all over an open flame in these brilliant stainless steel, mesh, rolling grill baskets. He'll also love that they can go in the dishwasher when he's done.
He can stream movies, watch YouTube videos and make FaceTime calls so much easier with this amplifier. There are no batteries required. All he has to do is unfold it, and place his phone behind the screen to start viewing.
For hot sleepers, this blanket from Bedsure — one of our top-tested blanket brands — might help. Per the brand, it's made of a blend of cotton and bamboo and is said to absorb moisture and provide breathable comfort.
If he says he has everything, get him this pen, which also happens to be a ruler, screwdriver, level and so much more. It's perfect for when you need just a little something.
Upgrade his grilling game with this digital thermometer. It easily connects to his smartphone, so he can track cooking progress from afar. Our Lab experts at the Good Housekeeping Institute loved the app guide, which estimates the perfect cooking time for each cut of meat. It's also cordless and has an improved range for Bluetooth connection.
If he brings a packed lunch to work everyday, this electric lunch box will change his life. He can plug in the 20-ounce warmer to heat food, and when he returns home, he can take out the removable inner bowl and pop it in the dishwasher. That way, it'll be ready to use the next day.
PowerUp 4.0 Smartphone-Controlled Paper Airplane Kit
Send him back to a simpler time, when folding and letting paper airplanes fly was all he needed to be happy. This ingenious gift for men combines that childhood pleasure with modern technology. He can control the smart paper airplane using his phone – an activity that's way better than doomscrolling.
Because men love tech, slim smart wallets with RFID security have been flying off the shelves! Our experts at the Good Housekeeping Institute reviewed lots of varieties and found that this one tops the list. It has 11 slots for credit cards, a money clip for cash and a slot for an AirTag, so his wallet will never go missing.
A cool car gadget is always a great gift idea, especially when it has more than 34,000 five-star reviews on Amazon, like this phone holder. It's not a new idea, but reviewers noted that it's easy to mount and works like a charm.
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Drones are awesome, but they can be really expensive. Luckily, this one, which has high marks on Amazon, isn't. He can spend hours outside capturing the world from a unique angle with the drone's 1080P HD camera.
Whether he's a whiskey drinker or not, he can get a lot of use out of these chilling stones by adding them to wine, cocktails or his drink of choice. What makes them cool is that they chill beverages without diluting them.
Cooluli Mini Fridge Electric Cooler and Warmer
Couple this portable mini fridge with a six-pack of his favorite drink, and the man in your life will happily retreat to his dude den, man cave, fishing cabin or the garage. The mini fridge can fit up to six cans and features cooling and warming capabilities.
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Coolers can be weird, boxy, cumbersome and heavy to lug to a beach or campsite. The YETI Hopper Tote Cooler solves all those problems and does so in classic YETI style, with cool new colors like olive, sandstone pink and wild vine red.
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His frosty beer can't be truly chilly unless it's in a frozen glass. These super popular freezable beer glasses will keep his favorite lager, IPA or craft beer ice-cold and oh-so-refreshing after he's done mowing the lawn or taking a run on a hot summer day.
Charging stations are awesome, but most of them are unsightly. This one isn't. It has a sleek design, and even features an adjustable light, making it the perfect bedside companion.
If he's serious about his homemade pizza, he'll be more than pleased with this countertop option that received high marks in our Lab tests. We rated it the best compact pizza oven, as testers loved the even heat distribution, handle cut-outs for carrying and the bright oven light.
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RENPHO Massage Gun
With this handheld gadget, he can work out longstanding knots and daily aches and pains. The kit comes with five attachment heads and a case to keep it all together. GH Institute testers loved the affordable price point, lightweight feel and 10-minute auto shut-off feature.
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Because fishing isn't just a hobby, it's an escape. Indulge his love of the sport with a box filled with five baits and lures and a fishing magazine, so he can keep on learning.
Clocks aren't an obvious gift, but how could you not find this one from Sharper Image cool? It's a unique gift that, Amazon users say, is a total conversation piece.
LapGear Lap Desk
What makes this lap desk really stand out is the fact that it has a place to hold his phone and space for a mouse. The GH Institute loves the desk's affordable price and special features, including a ledge and elastic band.
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Jeff is a dad of two daughters, an avid traveler, a photographer, an author and a freelance writer who lives in the suburbs of Philadelphia with his wife and their cats. In addition to Good Housekeeping, he's written for Parents, Fodor's, Food and Wine, Real Simple and Reader’s Digest, among other print and online publications. Jeff is the publisher of the quarterly literary magazine, Stanchion, and his book, Streets Cats and Where to Find Them, will be published by Running Press in the Summer of 2025.
Kate Franke (she/her) is an editorial assistant in the Hearst Lifestyle Group, covering for Woman's Day and Good Housekeeping. She loves all things lifestyle, home, and market related. Kate has a BAJMC in Magazine Media and BA in Writing from Drake University. She is a proud ASME alum whose work has appeared in Food Network Magazine, The Pioneer Woman Magazine, Better Homes & Gardens, Modern Farmhouse Style, Beautiful Kitchens & Baths, and more. Next to writing, Kate’s two favorite things are chai lattes and pumpkin bread!
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