25 Cheap Father's Day Gifts That Won't Break the Bank
Even if dad says he wants nothing, these affordable picks will impress him.
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In an ideal world, we'd be able to spend a million dollars on our dads, but the reality is most of us have to stick to a budget when searching for a great Father's Day gift. Thanks to retailers like Amazon, there are tons of cool and cheap Father's Day gifts out there.
Any inexpensive Father's Day gift idea on this list will be a hit with your dad, even if he says he wants nothing or isn't a huge fan of gift-giving. Along with traditional picks (think grilling, beer and golf-related gift ideas), we've included top-selling gifts Good Housekeeping readers love, along with some simple sentimental presents that might just cue the happy tears.
As you scroll, remember that when it comes to your dad, it's the thought that counts. And if you can't swing a store-bought present this year, we're still here to help. We have roundups of DIY Father's Day gifts, as well as top Father's Day foods that would make perfect presents.
Looking for even more great gift ideas for him? Check out more of our top gift guides:
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Six hundred of the best dad jokes around for under $10? Not bad, if you ask us. We bet they'll keep the whole family laughing for years to come.
A great gift from daughters to fathers, this double-sided stainless steel keychain features a sweet message that will warm his heart. It's also on the small side (18 in. x 1.18 in.), so he can easily carry it wherever he goes.
Whether Dad is a huge "Star Wars" fan or just lives in comfy tees, this Father's Day number will be a permanent fixture in his closet. It's made of a soft cotton-poly blend and comes in several colors.
If Dad's the forgetful type, this handy password book is the gift for him. It has tabs to keep everything extra organized and it's perfect for storing usernames and web addresses, too.
At the end of a long work day, all he wants to do is empty his pockets and spend time with his little ones. This leather tray captures just that.
Searching for a sentimental gift this Father's Day? Then look no further than this pocket watch that's engraved with a loving message. Amazon reviewers give its appearance and quality high marks.
While this gift might seem a little boring, hear us out, because it's one he'll use over and over again. It comes with six screw extractors that'll make his home improvement projects much easier.
Show not tell him how much he's loved this year with these cute Father's Day socks. They're made of a soft cotton-poly blend, with spandex for a little extra stretch. Not bad for under $10, if you ask us!
Caught shopping at the eleventh hour? This no-fail pick can instantly be delivered to his e-mail, and he's bound to have a blast picking out exactly what he wants.
It's a pen. It's a screwdriver. It's a level. It's a bottle opener. It's just awesome! If you didn't already get this for Dad during the holidays, now's your chance to give him one of the most popular gifts our readers are buying.
If he loves tinkering around in the garage, he needs this. It's a magnetic tool that can easily pick up any nuts and bolts he's dropped. It also has an LED light, so even if he isn't exactly Mr. Fix It, he can keep it in his car in case he's dropped anything.
Our readers are obsessed with these grill mats, which can withstand up to 600-degrees of heat. He'll get a set of two that will help protect his grill from drippings all summer long.
Many of us use our phones to watch our favorite shows and movies, but the screen is just too small. This useful pick will magnify any image or video he's watching to make viewing way more comfortable.
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Join him on the open water to unbox this cool present. While you won't know exactly what's inside, each one comes with five high-quality baits and lures, a magazine and more.
Bulky wallets are a thing of the past. This slim design can hold 12 cards, plus it has place for bills. The best part? It's equipped with RIFD chip technology to help protect him from fraud.
"What I Love About Dad" Book
There's nothing like expressing your affection with words. This book comes with fill-in-the-blank prompts that'll tell him just how much he's loved. "My dad really loved this. We had a bunch of laughs," one Amazon reviewer gushed.
Can you only swing a card this year? Then make sure it's one of these 3D pop-up versions from Lovepop. They come in a bunch of fun characters and Amazon reviewers say the design is "unique" and "well made." "It also has a lot of space for you to write a message on a separate piece of white card that is conveniently added inside the card itself so you don't have to worry about not having a space to write," one reviewer shared.
Dad will tear up when he receives this thoughtful metal sign, engraved with a loving message. We particularly like it if he's celebrating his first Father's Day with his baby girl.
We bet he'll wonder how he's been living without this present. He'll get six hat liners that instantly absorb sweat and keep his caps stain-free.
His beer will always stay cold with these freezable beer glasses. Made of plastic, he can simply pop them into the freezer and enjoy an ice-cold brew any time he wants.
Cailey Lindberg (she/her) is a writer and editor with over a decade of experience covering products, lifestyle, entertainment and food. Before joining Good Housekeeping in 2022, she was a staff writer at USA Today's shopping network, Reviewed.com.
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