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The 45 Best Gifts for Your Father-in-Law Who Has Everything

No matter his interests or hobbies, find something unique for him right here.

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Chances are if you ask your father-in-law what he wants for his birthday, Father's Day or Christmas, he'll respond with "I don't need anything" — but you have to get him something. Luckily, our shopping editors know a lot about gift hunting, so we compiled the best gifts for father-in-laws, keeping your budget in mind.

As always, we've included products that our editors and Lab pros are loving right now, in addition to items our readers can't stop buying. For gifts we haven't personally tried or tested, we made sure to thoroughly read product reviews and include only the best-rated picks.

We've rounded up an assortment of functional, funny and personalized gifts for him — many of which will cater to his hobbies, whether he spends his free time golfing, gardening, cooking or obsessing over his car.

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Best Overall Throw Blanket

Bedsure Sherpa Fleece Throw Blanket

Sherpa Fleece Throw Blanket

This ultra-soft blanket, available in five sizes and 26 colors, is a great gift for everyone — especially a father in law who spends his nights watching TV. It's a favorite among GH editors and testers; it won a Bedding Award in 2023 and received perfect scores for softness and comfort.

RELATED: 14 Best Throw Blankets to Cozy up Your Space

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Dash Cam

Dash Cam

Men who spend a lot of time driving will appreciate this app-controlled dash cam and how easy it is to download and share videos. The wide angle lens can capture license plates and road signs, according to the brand, during the day and night.

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Men's Memory Foam Slippers

Men's Memory Foam Slippers

Even when he gets heated during Monday Night Football, his feet can still catch a chill. These memory foam slippers are comfortable, warm and high-quality, according to over 100,000 five-star Amazon reviewers.

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Infrared Thermometer Gun

Best Seller
Infrared Thermometer Gun

Whether used for grilling, cooking or tinkering with his car, this thermometer gun is easy (and fun) to use. Over 40,000 five-star Amazon reviewers found it's good quality and seems to be accurate. It even includes the required batteries!

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Mini Drone With Camera

Mini Drone With Camera

This mini drone is equipped with an adjustable HD lens and three speeds, among many more high-tech features.

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Wonderbly "I Love Grandpa This Much" Book

"I Love Grandpa This Much" Book

If father-in-law is known as "grandpa" to your children, this personalized book will make him feel so loved. Customize it with grandad's name, add up to four children's names and write your own dedication. GH pros tested other Wonderbly books and say the customization process is so easy!

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Editor Favorite

Neck Fan

Neck Fan

Whether he's working outdoors or commuting, this personal neck fan will him stay cool. Our editors tried it and love that it has three different fan speeds and boasts up to 16 hours of battery life on a single charge.

READ OUR FULL REVIEW: Jisulife Personal Neck Fan

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Carhartt Men's Knit Cuffed Beanie

Best Seller
Men's Knit Cuffed Beanie

You can't go wrong with this best-selling knit hat, which has earned nearly 90,000 five-star reviews on Amazon for being warm, stylish and comfortable. This is my go-to gift when I don't know what else to get! Plus, there are a ton of color options.

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Loisa Flavor Trio Combo

Flavor Trio Combo

Encourage him to get creative in the kitchen with this trio of Latin seasonings, which includes Sofrito (an herby sauce), Organic Sazón (a savory spice blend) and Organic Adobo (an all-purpose spice blend).

RELATED: Finally, All-Natural Latin Flavors for the Community, by the Community

10

Screen Magnifier for Smartphone

Screen Magnifier for Smartphone

For the father-in-law who is known for streaming movies and videos on his phone, this screen magnifier will be a game changer. It's lightweight, affordable and available in three different sizes from 14 to 18 inches.

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Wrangler Authentics Quilted Lined Flannel Shirt

Quilted Lined Flannel Shirt

Upgrade his style with this relaxed fit hooded flannel, which is versatile enough to wear to work, out to lunch or lounging at home. The brushed flannel is available in a ton of colors and patterns. Added bonus: Over 38,000 people have given it a five-star rating on Amazon.

If your mutual love for golf is something you bond over, consider this portable putting mat featuring multiple cup targets. Then, you can each take turns perfecting your swing right in the living room.

RELATED: The Best Golf Gifts for Dad

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Password Book

Password Book

If you and your spouse are frequently helping him with online accounts, this compact password book will be a gift for all three of you. It's available in three sizes and features an alphabetic tab system, so he can quickly track down his passwords in one place.

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Father of the Bride/Groom Tie Clip

Father of the Bride/Groom Tie Clip

Tug at his heartstrings on your wedding day with a thoughtful tie clip for him to don for the occasion. This set includes one for the father of the bride and the father of the groom, and the other side features a sentimental message.

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Rocketbook Smart Notebook

 Smart Notebook

Once he fills all 80 pages with his handwritten reminders, messages and notes, he can take a picture of them and upload them to a cloud service like Google Drive or iCloud. The most fun part? Pop the entire book into the microwave and it will be good as new.

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Fishing Chair With Cooler Bag

Fishing Chair With Cooler Bag

Whether he's an experienced fisherman or frequents camping, tailgating and other outdoor activities, he'll use this portable chair all of the time. The bottom has a cooler to keep his drinks cold, plus it folds up, so he can bring it anywhere he goes.

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"I'm Not Sleeping, Just Resting My Eyes" Socks

"I'm Not Sleeping, Just Resting My Eyes" Socks
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Give the whole family a laugh with this pair of hilarious, cotton socks that casually tease his habit of falling asleep almost anywhere — and later, denying it. What's great about this gag gift is it's something he'll actually use.

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Best Value Pickleball Paddle

Pickleball Paddle

Pickleball Paddle

If he's newly retired and hunting for a hobby, gift him this pickleball paddle, which is a great option for beginners. You can also invest in a set, so he can perfect his game with a partner or friend.

RELATED: 12 Best Pickleball Paddles of 2024 For All Levels

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His days of stressing over a flat tire will be over with this handy air compressor. Bonus: It has a few different nozzles, so it can be used to inflate everything from air mattresses to balloons. One Amazon reviewer wrote: "It can inflate my car tires from flat to fully inflated in just a few minutes."

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Top 100 Movies Scratch Off Poster

Top 100 Movies Scratch Off Poster

Featuring 100 top-rated films, this scratch-off poster is the perfect present for movie lovers. There's everything from The Dark Knight, Dirty Dancing and Shutter Island to kid-friendly classics like Toy Story and The Lion King.

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Alyssa Gautieri
Associate Lifestyle Editor

Alyssa Gautieri (she/her) is the associate lifestyle editor for Good Housekeeping, where she covers all things home and interior design. Prior to joining GH in 2022, she wrote for publications including ELLE Decor, Chairish, BobVila.com, Unique Homes Magazine and LODGING Magazine, in addition to crafting product copy for home brands like BrylaneHome and VIGO Industries.

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