Unique Gifts for Men That They Won’t Have to Pretend to Like
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Unique Gifts for Men That They Won’t Have to Pretend to Like
Finding the perfect gift for the men in your life isn't easy. Before settling for yet another boring gift (read: ties), take some time to really think about what the guy you're shopping for would love to unwrap. (See? Ties are still a "no."). This list of gifts for men, which is full of thoughtful ideas to match any budget, takes care of any guy on your shopping list — grandpa, dad, son, husband, boyfriend, brother, friend, and so on.
While you can't go wrong with classic options (a trusty pair of socks), these unique gift ideas range from personalized picks (Morse code bracelets) to Amazon's best-selling finds (freezable beer glasses). And if for some reason one of these ideas isn't cool enough for the leading man in your life, consider one of these DIY options ... unless you waited until the last minute, of course. If that's the case, browse even more ideas for your golfer, foodie, or beer lover until you find something that they'll love.
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1) Portable Campfire
Radiate
amazon.com
$27.99
This portable campfire gives him more than three hours of burn time at the campsite without any prep work or cleanup. That means he can focus on what's really important ... like how many marshmallows he should roast.
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2) Sleep Aid Device
DODOW
amazon.com
$59.90
His snoring may be what's keeping you up at night, but it's also an indicator that he may not be getting a full night's rest. Ensure that he can start catching Zzz's even earlier with this touch-sensitive device that teaches him how to fall asleep naturally in half the amount of time.
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3) All Access Pass
MasterClass
masterclass.com
Cooking with Gordon Ramsay may sound too good to be true, but that's why MasterClass exists. Give him a class or annual subscription and bring the world's foremost experts in music, movies, art, cooking, and more right to him with video lessons and easy-to-follow workbooks.
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4) 3-in-1 Charging Stand
OLEBR
amazon.com
$25.92
This nightstand-friendly charging stand will keep his three most-used gadgets — smartphone, AirPods, and smartwatch — in the green. Since this sleek stand doesn't come with chargers and cords, you might as well use this moment to refresh his stash.
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5) Urban Map Glass
Uncommon Goods
uncommongoods.com
$16.00
He'll toast to his favorite city — Chicago, Portland, and others — whenever he drinks from this etched whiskey glass.
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- 7/61
6) Hookey Ring Toss Game
Elite Sportz Equipment
amazon.com
$32.97
He can hang this outdoor game in the backyard and the whole family will want to play all summer long. Come wintertime, he can move it indoors to keep the fun going.
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7) Beer Subscription
Craft Beer Club
craftbeerclub.com
$44.75
Giving him a six-pack of his favorite brew is fine and all, but a monthly, bimonthly, or quarterly delivery of 12 hand-selected craft beers is a more unique way to encourage him to crack open a cold one.
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8) Cooling Pint Glasses
HOST
amazon.com
$23.70
He shouldn't have to settle for a beer at room temperature. With this set of freezable beer glasses, he'll be able to sip on a brewski precisely between 43°F and 53°F a.k.a. the perfect temperature.
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- 10/61
9) 11-in-1 Credit Card Tool
Guardman
amazon.com
$8.99
Slim enough to slide right in his wallet, this multi-purpose tool is a bottle opener, screwdriver, saw, ruler, wrench, and more. It even comes stored in a faux leather sleeve to keep it nice and secure.
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10) Shiatsu Back Shoulder and Neck Massager
MoCuishle
amazon.com
$49.99
Doesn't everyone wish they could have a personal massage therapist? This is the next best thing. Ease their tension at the end of the day with this back, neck and shoulder massager.
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11) Magnetic Wristband for Holding Screws
RAK
amazon.com
$15.99
Wrapped around his wrist or belt, gift your go-to handyman this magnetic strap that keeps screws, nails, bolts, and washers organized and accessible.
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12) Custom Vinyl Record Print
HarleyDogDesigns
etsy.com
$29.90
Think of a song that means something to him — the one you played during your first dance, perhaps? — and send it to this Etsy seller. They'll turn it into a unique print, customized with the message and colors of your choice.
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13) Make Your Own Hot Sauce Kit
UncommonGoods
uncommongoods.com
$40.00
Since he can't find a hot sauce to meet his spice standards, why not give him a kit so that he can make six bottles of his own? He can mix and match cayenne, ancho, curry, and chili spices until he finds the perfect blend that packs just the right amount of heat.
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14) Men's Subscription Box
Sprezza Box
sprezzabox.com
$28.00
Thanks to you, he'll get a box full of goodies each month — no questions asked. Each subscription box comes packed with everything he needs for a polished look like a leather watch, wallet, silk tie, and dress socks.
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15) Wood Phone Docking Station
TESLYAR
amazon.com
$52.80
He won't be asking you if you've seen his wallet anymore with this docking station! This stand will help him keep his phone, wallet, keys and other important items organized in one place.
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16) Three for The Beard Set
Jack Black
amazon.com
$45.00
All three beard oils in this set hydrate and soften his facial hair, while giving him the option to choose from three musky scents, including one infused with sagewood.
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17) Beard Bib
The Neat Guy
amazon.com
$12.90
Once he suctions this apron to the mirror, he won't have to worry about clogging the bathroom sink while keeping his beard looking trim. That means it's a gift for you, too.
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18) Star Wars Patent Poster Prints
STARS BY NATURE
amazon.com
$18.99
More library-friendly than his tacky movie posters, these blueprints outline Star Wars' best —X Wing, Snow Speeder, TIE Fighter, AT AT Walker — on vintage-inspired paper.
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19) Watch Club Gift Card
Watch Gang
watchgang.com
We get it: It's hard to decide if he's more of an Armani Exchange or Fossil guy. After signing up, he can tell Watch Gang the look he's going for — leather, gold, diamonds, and so on — and let them take the guessing out of it. The end result? His new favorite accessory.
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20) Whiskey Stones Gift Set
Mixology & Craft
amazon.com
$35.97
If he's a big whiskey lover, consider getting him this set. A real whiskey fan knows it shouldn't be watered down, and this set includes whiskey stones that won't melt so he can enjoy the complete taste.
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21) Screen Shine
Popular Mechanics
amazon.com
$12.99
This two-step method keeps his screens — phone, laptop, and iPad — looking as good as new: First, spritz it with the cleaner and then wipe it clean with the microfiber cloth.
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22) Personalized Airpods Case
ShenDoah
etsy.com
$21.99
Although you can't ensure that he'll never lose his Air Pods again, this custom case will at least help him make sure he doesn't mix up his headphones with yours. The black, brown, or tan leather case even comes with a clip, so he can attach it to keychain, backpack, or pocket.
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23) Walabot DIY Plus
Walabot
walabot.com
$89.95
Walabot DIY Plus is a cutting-edge wall scanner that takes stud finder technology to the next level. Capable of "seeing" up to four inches into walls, it uses radio frequency technology to provide users with the location of studs, plumbing pipes, electric wires, and other objects hiding inside walls.
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24) Men's Tree Dashers
Allbirds
allbirds.com
$125.00
These aren't your basic running sneakers: Made with a unique knit crafted from eucalyptus trees, these eco-conscious kicks are also extremely lightweight and breathable. While they're meant for the treadmill or trails, they're also stylish enough for day-to-day wear.
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25) New York Times Custom Football Book
Uncommon Goods
uncommongoods.com
$78.00
The key to winning the next game of sports trivia? This hardcover book, which is packed with 70+ pages of the highlights and lowlights of his favorite NFL team's history straight from the New York Times archives.
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26) The Bacon Crate
Man Crates
mancrates.com
$59.99
He isn't an average guy, which means he shouldn't waste his time eating average bacon from the grocery store. Included in this wooden crate, he'll find all the fixins' for flavor-packed bacon, as well as sweet and spicy bacon jerky.
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27) The Organic Cotton V-Neck Tee
Everlane
everlane.com
$18.00
This men's T-shirt doesn't look like anything fancy at first — but when he feels just how soft the cotton is, he'll never want to take it off.
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28) 100 Movies Scratch Off Poster
Enno Vatti
amazon.com
$25.97
Even the biggest movie buffs will find a few flicks on this list that they haven't watched yet. But they can also make a game out of it: Before they fire up Netflix, they can pick a square to reveal their nightly watch until they scratch off all 100 options.
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29) Relative Insanity Party Game
PlayMonster
amazon.com
$9.64
This card game is both insanely fun to play and a chance for him to dunk on insane relatives. It's the therapeutic party game he's always needed.
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30) Hot Sauce Sampler Pack
Good Hurt Fuego
amazon.com
$34.99
Spice it up with an assortment of seven tongue-tingling hot sauces, from mild Garlic Herb to mouth-searing Ghost Pepper. You'll probably see them on almost every gift guide for men we have, because they're that good.
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31) Weighted Blanket
ZonLi
amazon.com
89.00
Better than your average blanket, this weighted version supposedly relieves stress and makes for a better night's rest. Choose the color, length, and weight (12 -30 pounds) that best suits him and his needs.
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32) Carhartt Men's Odessa Cap
Carhartt
amazon.com
$16.99
Swap out his dingy high school cap for this vintage-inspired option that looks more sophisticated without sacrificing comfort.
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33) Hot Sauce 2-Pack Bundle
TRUFF
amazon.com
$35.44
For those who crave dishes with a kick, black truffle hot sauces will add a punch of spiciness and umami.
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34) Mini Projector
vankyo
amazon.com
$99.99
When he plugs in this projector, he can turn any blank wall into the prime movie-watching canvas. The projector has a built-in speaker, so he can doesn't have to comprise sound for a fun experience.
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35) Indoor Electric Nonstick Grill
Maxi-Matic
amazon.com
$36.99
The apartment dweller in your life will appreciate this compact 14" grill, which quickly grill meats and veggies indoors without any hassle. And if he's usually on dish duty, he'll be glad to know that the grill is completely detachable and dishwasher-safe.
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36) Ceramic Pizza Stone and Pizza Cutter Wheel
Heritage Products
amazon.com
$39.99
He's officially a foodie the moment he turns his takeout favorites into at-home masterpieces. Give him a jumpstart with this pizza making duo: a pizza stone that can be used on the grill or in the oven, along with a pizza cutter to perfectly slice pieces of his own pie.
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37) Morse Code Bracelet
CAsouls
etsy.com
$38.00
Engrave a special message on this bracelet in Morse code that only you two will understand. Consider it your little (stylish) secret.
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38) Tile Pro
Tile
amazon.com
$32.99
He can clip this tiny device to anything he loses regularly — his keys or wallet, for example — to help him track down his valuables on his smartphone when he inevitably loses them.
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39) George Foreman 15+ Serving Indoor/ Outdoor Electric Grill
George Foreman
amazon.com
$81.02
Get him the grill he can take with him whether he's inside or outside. With an easy-to-remove stand, this George Foreman grill works just as well at the tailgate party as it does on the kitchen countertop.
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40) USB Wall Charger
Anker
amazon.com
$25.99
Now, he has no excuses to not pick up your calls. This compact docking station can charge six of his gadgets at once, so he never runs on empty.
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41) Death Star Ice Ball Maker
Wild Tribe
amazon.com
$12.49
Encourage him to lean into his dark side — the Star Wars version, of course — with this silicone ice mold, which results in a detailed Death Star when frozen.
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42) I Paused My Game to Be Here Shirt
Ann Arbor T-shirt Co.
amazon.com
$14.95
As painful as it may be for you, this shirt speaks the truth. For a well-rounded gift, package it with a new game for his PlayStation, XBox, or Nintendo Switch.
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43) Delish: Eat Like Every Day’s the Weekend Cookbook
Hearst
amazon.com
$16.90
You don't have to know how to cook to whip up these flavor-packed recipes — you just have to love to eat. Maybe put a bookmark next to the Chicken Parm Burgers recipe as a hint on where to start.
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44) Travel Laptop Backpack
MATEIN
amazon.com
$25.99
With a padded interior for his laptop and plenty of additional storage space, this sleek backpack will become his go-to work and weekend carry-all.
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46) Chromecast with Google TV
Google
walmart.com
$49.98
Play shows and movies from your phone on the TV. It comes with a remote for easy channel surfing and works with Google Voice, too.
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47) Rambler Lowball Cup
YETI
amazon.com
$14.99
His nightcap will survive his next camping trip thanks to this insulated cup. He can also use it in the morning to guarantee a warm cup of coffee, even if it's freezing outside.
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48) Echo Dot 4th Generation
Amazon
amazon.com
$44.99
Alexa has received an upgrade: This smart speaker from Amazon has a new look and sound, but all the same features that he knows and loves. He can ask Alexa random Q's, connect it to his other smart devices, or use it to play his favorite music, podcasts, or audiobooks.
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49) Genetic Ethnicity Test
AncestryDNA
amazon.com
$99.00
If he loves going through old photos and talking about his family history, give him a DNA test so he can learn even more about his heritage.
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50) Forged Aluminum 10 and 12 Fry Pan Set
Good Housekeeping
qvc.com
$44.50
Cook up breakfast, dinner and everything in between in this top-tested two-pan set by the experts from the Good Housekeeping Institute.
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51) Organic Mushroom Growing Kit
Back to the Roots
amazon.com
$19.93
After 10 days of misting this spore-filled box with water, small mushrooms will begin to appear. Then it's up to him to figure out different ways to eat 'em.
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52) BottleLoft Magnetic Strips for Beverage Bottles
UncommonGoods
uncommongoods.com
$30.00
Here's another genius storage idea that clears up space in the fridge: these neodymium magnet strips are strong enough to hold a six pack of your favorite beverage bottles to the refrigerator roof.
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53) Air Fryer Max XL
COSORI
amazon.com
$107.98
Your guy was skeptical last Christmas, but he'll get the hype as soon as learns that countertop-friendly gadget can make a mean batch of chicken wings and sweet potato fries (his diet staples) in minutes. The 3.7-quart square basket will even come in handy during his Sunday meal prep.
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54) Car Charger
Jelly Comb
amazon.com
$18.99
This is a gift that the whole family will enjoy: With six USB ports for iPhone and Android, it powers up phones at twice the speed of most car chargers, and comes with a five-foot extension cord so you can clip it onto the back seat of the car, too.
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55) Caséta Dimmer Kit
Lutron
amazon.com
$99.95
With these smart plugs, he'll be able to set the mood with dimmed lights at the touch of a button. He can even connect it with Amazon Alexa, the Google Assistant, and Nest to schedule lights on a timer.
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56) Personalized Socks
Uncommon Goods
uncommongoods.com
$50.00
He'll want to wear this monogrammed gift to any and every occasion. The socks come in a pack of five, which means he'll be set for an entire work week.
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57) ChefSteps Joule Sous Vide Device
ChefSteps
amazon.com
$250.00
Your sous chef will be ready to go with this smart cooking device. It's also easy to control, which is a must when he's slicing, dicing, and getting his hands dirty.
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58) Charge 3 Activity Tracker Watch
Fitbit
amazon.com
$143.99
Fitbit's best-selling swim-proof tracker offers even more insights about his heart rate, calorie burn, sleep, and more. It's officially the year that he crushes his fitness goals, once and for all.
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59) Bicycle Multi-Tool
Park Tool
competitivecyclist.com
$26.95
Don't let him cycle away empty-handed. This compact repair kit packs in all the essentials — a variety of hex wrenches, multiple screwdrivers, and more — to keep his bike in mint condition.
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60) Wilderness Art Print
Fuzzy Ink
amazon.com/handmade
$22.95
Tide him over until his next hiking trip with a vibrant forest print. This piece measures 8 inches by 10 inches — perfect for an empty nook or a frame by his desk.
Best of all: All of these finds will arrive, stat.
