40 best Father’s Day gifts
This Father’s Day, show appreciation to the unsung heroes in your life. When choosing a gift, it’s safe to assume these guys have enough ties and socks. Instead, we compiled a list of fun and practical gifts that they’ll actually want to use. Whether you’re looking for gifts for fathers, grandfathers, brothers, uncles, or other father figures, we’ve curated a list of Father’s Day gift ideas that are sure to please.
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Gifts for the tech-savvy dad
The only thing better than sunglasses? Smart sunglasses. Dad will love these featherlight and stylish glasses with touch controls for answering calls, playing and pausing music, and more. The sunglasses have a 12-hour battery and are compatible with voice assistants. The glasses are available in a variety of shapes and colors.
Lucyd-Nautica Collection Smart Sunglasses, $179/Sale $139 at Amazon
Make life easier for Dad with this security bundle. It includes a wired, smart video doorbell camera with 1080p HD and two-way talk. The head-to-toe field of view lets him see everything, while the smart sensors let him know when a door or window has been opened. A smart thermostat automatically adjusts the temperature to eliminate hot/cold spots and reduces heating and cooling costs.
Ecobee Total Security and Savings Bundle, $489/Sale $369 at Amazon
Another cool tech gift for Dad is this smartwatch, which has a 90-hour battery in smart mode, and a 45-day battery in essential mode. It also uses fast-charging technology. Health tracking includes sleep patterns, heart rate, blood oxygen levels, and stress levels. The smartwatch tracks over 100 workout modes, including open-water swimming, cycling, Pilates, crunches, basketball, and more. Additionally, the smartphone has a compass, microphone, and speaker; it also vibrates and uses Google Pay.
Mobvoi TicWatch Pro 5 Enduro Smartwatch $349 at Amazon
For Dads who tend to lose their keys, this smart lock provides keyless entry. He can enter a code on the keypad, or touch his iPhone or Apple Watch to the lock to open the door. The lock can store up to 50 fingerprints, so Dad can assign codes to others.
Aqara Smart Lock U100, $229/Sale $189 at Amazon
As another option, this video doorbell has an indoor chime-repeater which can house a local Micro SD card to store video. The doorbell also has a week’s worth of cloud storage. The doorbell camera records in 1080p and includes facial recognition and smart alerts. The 2K indoor camera hub (which can pan and tilt) lets him keep an eye on what’s happening indoors, and he can view both the video doorbell footage and the indoor camera footage remotely on his smartphone.
Aqara Video Doorbell G4, $119 at Amazon
Help Dad organize his work area with this USB charger. It can rapidly charge two laptops– and actually charges up to five devices simultaneously, so he can also charge his smartphone, earbuds, and other electrical devices too. The charger has three USB-C ports, one USB-A port, and one DC port. The charging display provides status information. Speaking of earbuds, the company also makes open-ear headphones so Dad can always hear what’s going on in his surroundings.
Baseus 240W Smart USB C Charger, $199 at Amazon
There’s no need to charge this Bluetooth speaker, which is solar and self-charging. It charges when exposed to the sun – or when exposed to indoor light. The speaker is also IP67 dust- and waterproof-rated. The braided wrist strap makes it convenient to carry the speaker, and the app lets Dad change EQ settings. The earbuds have touch controls and a noise-canceling microphone. They provide 32 hours of playtime and come in a USB-C charging case.
Urbanista Malibu Solar Bluetooth Speaker, $149 at Amazon
Earbuds can sometimes prevent Dad from being aware of his surroundings. However, these sporty open-ear headphones cradle his ears instead of sitting on them. The headphones have a 15-hour battery life and can used for various high-intensity sports, including running and cycling. The IPX8 waterproof rating even lets him wear them in the rain.
Oladance OWS Sports Open-Ear Headphones, $179 at Amazon
It’s small enough to fit in Dad’s hand, but this portable speaker provides plenty of pulsating sounds. And it’s versatile enough to stand upright or lay flat. The IP67 waterproof rating makes it a great choice for use on the beach or poolside. Using the app, Dad can customize EQ presets via his phone.
Tribit StormBox Flow Portable Speaker, $79 at Amazon
Keep Dad cool this summer with this neck fan. Using two cooling plates, a four-wind channel, and 3D airflow power, the neck fan keeps his neck and face cool and creates the sensation of lowering the temperature by 30 degrees Fahrenheit. The battery lasts 28 hours before it needs charging. The fan is also quiet and resists sucking hair, and in the winter, it can be used to provide heat.
Torras Coolify 2S Neck Air Conditioner, $199 at Amazon
This is no ordinary flashlight. It’s small enough to fit on a keychain but is quite versatile. It has settings for low, medium, and high lumens, as well as a red light mode, high brightness mode, strobe mode, SOS mode, and blue body light mode. The flashlight also has a USB-C charging cord hand rope.
WUBEN X3 EDC Keychain Flashlight with Charging Box, $109 at Amazon
These outdoor lights can make Dan’s home safer while adding more interest since the RGBWIC LEDs can provide endless color choices. The set includes mounting clips and screws, and the light strips are cuttable. The lights are all-weather rated and can be controlled via the app on his smartphone, or he can use voice control. Another option is this under-cabinet light, which can be used in the garage, basement, utility room, and more.
Enbrighten Eternity Permanent Outdoor Lights, $159/Sale $129 at Amazon
Gifts for dads who love to cook (and eat)
Dads who cook will enjoy this restaurant-quality 14-inch spun wok, which has a ceramic nonstick coating. The aluminized steelwork has cast stainless steel riveted handles and can be used on all types of stovetops, including induction. The 10-inch saute skillet can be used on the stovetop and in the oven up to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
Basalt 14″ Sun Work, $70 at NordicWare
Dad may lose a lot of nutrients while sweating, whether cutting the lawn or working out at the gym. These premium sports drinks contain electrolytes, vitamins, and minerals. However, they don’t contain caffeine, gluten, or high fructose corn syrup (the drinks are made with 6 grams of natural cane sugar). Flavors include fruit punch, orange clementine, mango passionfruit, and wildberry.
Local Weather Sports Drinks, $2.49 each at Amazon
Dads who love deep-fried food can achieve professional results with this deep fryer, which easily and quickly makes crispy meals like French fries, onion rings, and chicken wings. The temperature is adjustable and the ready lights let him know when the oil is hot. The basket can hold 3 quarts of food, and the window lets him view the food through the window to avoid splashes.
Hamilton Beach Professional Style Electric Deep Fryer, $74 at Amazon
If your Dad likes soda, give him some healthy alternatives. These non-alcoholic Mexican sodas are rich in antioxidants, fermented, certified organic, and low in calories (under 50) and sugar. Some flavors include pineapple spice, pineapple chili, mango chili, tropical, grapefruit lime, hibiscus citrus, cactus prickly pear, tamarind citrus, and ginger manzana.
De La Calle Tepache – Mixta Variety Pack Mexican Soda, $46/Sale $42 at Amazon
Chocolate lovers will enjoy this package of 12 boxes of macadamias coated in silky hand-crafted milk chocolate. The company also makes dark chocolate and white chocolate treats. Other yummy options include caramel, crispy rice, coconut, sea salt toffee, honey, matcha, and Kona coffee.
Hawaiian Host Island Milk Chocolate Covered Macadamia Nuts, 12 boxes, $76/Sale $69 at Amazon
Who doesn’t love ice cream? Give Dad a bundle of fine ice cream that includes 5 flavors: Chocolate Chocolate Chocolate, with Guittard cocoa, house-made chocolate ganache, and melted bittersweet chocolate chip, Sea Salt Cream & Cookies, velvety sweet cream ice cream that’s spiked with a hint of sea salt and bits of chewy Guittard chocolate chunk cookie, Salted Caramel Chip, made of caramel and salt and melted bittersweet chocolate, Coffee, made of cold brew and house-made espresso, infused into fresh, grass-fed milk and cream, and Toasted Coconut Chip, made with shredded coconut, crunchy salt-roasted almonds, and melted bittersweet chocolate chip.
Dads and Grads Ice Cream Bundle, $58 at McConnell’s Fine Ice Cream
Dad won’t have to worry about his favorite meal getting cold in this thermal Hotpan, which consists of a stainless-steel pot and insulating bowl. It gently cooks food, and then keeps it hot for up to two hours. The benefit of soft cooking is that vitamins and minerals remain intact. The Hotpan has stay-cool handles and a double-wall stainless steel lid.
Hotpan Serving Casserole, $225 at Kuhn Rikon
This cookware set has all the essentials for any home chef: a 9.5-inch frying pan, a 2.6-quart saucepan with a lid, a 3.2-quart sauté pan with a lid, and a 5.3-quart Dutch oven with a lid. The cookware combines stainless steel for durability, an aluminum layer to absorb and spread heat evenly, and a nonstick coating that can be used with metal utensils. The cookware can be used on all types of stovetops.
Peak Cookware Set, $300/Sale $150 at Kuhn Rikon
Gifts for dads who want to relax
If Dad’s sofa has seen better days, consider chipping in with your siblings to get him a new one. This modular sofa has a solid wood frame and high-density foam and memory foam cushions. The covers (which are removable and washable) are available in either Polylinen or Egyptian Cotton. There are three color choices: moonlight mist, dark matter, and almond cream. This model is a three-seat sofa with an ottoman, but the company also makes four-seat, six-seat, and eight-seat options, with and without ottomans. In addition, the pieces are modular, allowing Dad to add or remove pieces. For 10 percent off, use the code 6SQF10OFF.
Rubik III 3-Seat Sofa with Ottoman, $1,415/Sale $985 at Linsy Home
If your Dad is like me, he prefers to sleep under the covers – even during the summer. Admittedly, it can get quite warm and I usually have to adjust the temperature on my HVAC. However, this cooling blanket absorbs body heat to keep him warm. The double-sided blanket has a cooling side that uses Arc-Chill technology, and also a breathable side that’s skin-friendly and made of 100% Egyptian cotton. The blanket is machine washable and comes in various colors and sizes. The company also makes a foldable fan that’s battery-operated. The fan can be set on a table, but also includes a tripod for standing on the floor, and a hanging hook for letting it drop down.
Marchpower Cooling Blanket, Queen, $75/Sale $66 at Amazon
A weighted blanket can help your Dad to relax and sleep better. This chunky knit weighted blanket is made of a soft jersey knit and feels like a T-shirt. The 15-pound blanket can provide therapeutic benefits, since the weight/pressure releases serotonin, which helps to reduce anxiety and create a calming sensation. Dad can use it while lounging in his favorite lounger, or while sleeping in bed. Color choices include light grey, natural, terra cotta, olive, and charcoal. Another option is this 270-thread count organic percale sheet set, made of long staple cotton fibers. It comes in numerous color choices, ranging from white and sand to nightfall and graphite to Oxford stripe and windowpane.
Chunky Knit Weighted Blanket, $149 at Quince
You can completely revamp Dad’s bedding with this SuperSoft Sheet Set and matching duvet cover. The set is made of 100% brushed, organic cotton to provide a soft and cozy feel. Yet, the sheets and duvet cover are lightweight and luxurious. The sheets have a satin weave and are breathable, so he won’t get hot. The lightweight sheets and duvet are available in indigo, oatmilk, and white.
SuperSoft Sheet Set, King, $139 and Duvet Cover $119 at Casper
If Dad is experiencing insomnia due to noise in his environment, these sleep earbuds use a 4-point noise masking system and twin-seal ear tips. They don’t produce any pressure, making them convenient for side sleepers. A single charge provides 14 hours of sleep time, or 80 hours with the charging case. In Bluetooth mode, Dad can get 10 hours, or 55 with the charging case. In addition, he can transfer music to the earbuds, and then double tap to play it. The earbuds have a sensor that can analyze sleep patterns and used to make adjustments.
Soundcore Sleep A20 Sleep Earbuds, $149/ Sale $136 at Amazon
Gifts for dads who need a self-care day
Here’s a fun way for Dad to relieve stress and anxiety. These stress balls are squishy and mushy, with a soft exterior and gooey interior. The memory gel balls can be squeezed, stretched, and pinched, they always bounce back. The three-pack of balls is ideal for people who fidget or need to focus. Another option is the ferrite putty, which consists of over 500 ferrite stones in a metal tin and can be mashed, molded, and stacked. Both the stress balls and the ferrite putty are available in several colors.
Speks Gump Stress Balls Squishy Fidget Toy, 3 pack, $24 at Amazon
Dad can ease his aching muscles with this percussion massage gun. The brushless motor, 160W torque, and 35 pounds max stall force make this a powerful, yet quiet choice that only weighs 1.68 pounds. It has 5 adjustable speeds, and several heads: ball head for large muscles; stainless steel head and stainless-steel cylinder head for deep oil massage; flat head for quadriceps, chest, and back muscles; cone head for trigger point massage and feet and hand muscles; forkhead for neck, spine, and shoulders; and bumpy head for problem areas. The massage gun and heads come in a carry case that fits in Dad’s backpack, suitcase, laptop, or gym bag.
Turonic GM5 Massage Gun, $199/Sale $189 at Amazon
Hydroxyapatite is a naturally occurring mineral that strengthens and protects teeth. This line of dental products (developed by a dentist) is free from harsh foaming agents, propylene glycol, fluoride, and unpronounceable ingredients. The mineral toothpaste also includes silica and calcium carbonate, which are natural teeth scrubbers that don’t damage the enamel, and xylitol reduces the acid that leads to cavities. The mouthwash contains xylitol, sodium carbonate, a gentle cleanser and pH balancer, along with wild mint and peppermint oils to naturally freshen breath, and cinnamon & thyme extracts to balance the pH in the mouth.
RiseWell Balancing Mouthwash, $18 at Amazon
When Dad is out in the sun, this 100% mineral sunscreen can protect him from harmful rays. It’s lightweight, fast-absorbing, and includes impressive ingredients: a blend of microbiome-balancing, moisture-locking vegan shark lipid squalane, blue light and pollution-repelling vegan spider silk protein, and non-nano zinc with vapor dispersion technology. The Deeper Dive moisturizer serum includes a post-biotic bacillus ferment, brown algae collagen for plumping and elasticity, and a moisture-locking hydration of vegan shark squalane to hydrate skin and strengthen Dad’s skin barrier.
Daily Defender SPF30 100% Mineral Sunscreen, $35 at Freaks of Nature
If Dad struggles to get his nutrients through food (who doesn’t?), these daily vitamins are available in a multivitamin, made of citrus fruit, ginger and spices, dates, and stone fruit all in a chewy block. It includes the essentials for gut health, mood support, bone support, inflammation support, muscle support, immune boost, and hair, skin, and nails.
GEM Daily Essentials Citrus Ginger Multivitamins, $60/Sale $54 at Amazon
Gifts Dad will actually use
Man’s best friend can often create a lot of cleanup work for Dad – and it can be expensive to take pets to a pet salon. This vacuum and pet grooming kit (which can be used on dogs and cats) includes 6 functions: drying, brushing, de-matting, de-shedding, trimming, and vacuuming. The quiet device, which produces low noise for a stress-free experience, includes several attachments (nozzles, tools, brushes, combs, clippers, hose, and accessories bag) and has a large dust cup.
Ultenic P30 Pet Grooming Kit, $199/$179 at Amazon
If Dad needs more storage, this stylish dresser is made of solid manufactured wood with sturdy metal glides and metal finish pulls. It has an anti-tipping device to keep it securely in place and a waterproof tabletop. The dresser has nine drawers, and each drawer can hold up to 55 pounds. It’s versatile enough to be used in the bedroom to store clothes, as a TV and media storage stand in the living room, or in the entryway to hold keys, glasses, etc., on top and store other items in the drawers.
Linsy Home Farmhouse 9 Drawer Dresser Chest, $359 at Amazon
With an eight-core processor that can reach speeds up to 2.8GHz, this ePaper tablet PC has a Kaleido anti-glare screen that minimizes eye strain and lets Dad read comfortably – even in direct sunlight. The device also has 4GB of RAM, a 16MP camera with LED flash, auto screen rotation, adjustable front lights, and a fingerprint sensor. The battery is long-lasting, and the device (which has an Android 11 operating system, and supports 3rd party apps) has built-in dual speakers and microphones.
BOOX Tablet Ultra C Pro ePaper Tablet, $649 at Amazon
Whether the power goes out, or Dad is off the grid while camping, this portable power station allows him to enjoy clean power while keeping his favorite devices working. The portable power station (which recharges via solar generators, wall outlets, or his vehicle’s 12 V charger), can charge, for example, a phone for 48.7 hours, a Wi-Fi router for 33.5 hours, a coffee maker for 1.9 hours, and a cooler for 14.8 hours. Dad can plug in 10 appliances simultaneously. The portable power station also includes camping lights with 3 modes: floodlight, candle, and flashlight.
Anker Solix C800 Plus Portable Power Station, $649 at Amazon
Upgrade Dad’s keyboard to this wireless Bluetooth option, which has a full-size design that’s modern and minimalist. It has 108 keys (including a numeric keyboard) and can connect to three devices (for example, a laptop, tablet, and desktop). The soft touch keys provide an ergonomic typing experience and the backlit keys make it easy to see in the dark. The matching wireless mouse can also be paired with three devices. It has an ergonomic design and adjustable tracking. One charge provides 6 months of battery life.
JLab Epic Wireless Keyboard, $69/Sale $54 at Amazon
When Dad goes camping, don’t let him sleep on the hard ground. This lightweight cot has a level-lock tensioning system, along with a DAC aluminum alloy frame, silicone shock cord, and nylon resin hubs, which combine to makes the cot stable and firm while eliminating sagging. The 100% recycled polyester ripstop fabric is tear-resistant and also water-resistant. The cot can hold up to 320 pounds but only weighs 4 pounds. It’s available in several color choices.
Helinox Cot One Convertible, $349 at Amazon
Dad can carry his MacBook in style with this leather sleeve. The gorgeous full-grain, vegetable-tanned leather can fit MacBook Air 13-inch laptop models from 2018 to 2024. It comes in several colors, ranging from brown and natural to red, olive green, and marine blue. The laptop sleeve can even be personalized with up to 10 characters, so you can put Dad’s name on it. The company also makes iPad sleeves, glasses cases, and other items.
Leather Sleeve for Macbook Air 13-inch, $190 at Madre
Make sure Dad is never stranded on the road with a dead battery. This jump starter has a 24000mAh battery capacity and is powerful enough to jump-start a car, SUV, pickup truck, RV or even a commercial truck. It has heavy-duty copper clamps and comes in an EVA carrying case. There’s also a power bank that can be used to charge his laptop, tablet, smartphone, earbuds, smartwatch, and more.
Topdon JS3000 Battery Booster Jump Starter, $169 at Amazon
Dad’s always fixing stuff, and this multi-tool makes sure he has everything he needs for repairs in one neat kit. It contains 19 tools: needle nose pliers, regular pliers, premium replaceable wire cutters, premium replaceable hard-wire cutters, electrical crimper, wire stripper, knife, serrated knife, saw, spring-action scissors, cutting hook, ruler, can opener, bottle opener, wood/metal file, diamond-coated file, large bit driver, small bit driver, and medium screwdriver. Except for the plier head, all of the tools lock into place.
Leatherman Charge Plus TTI 19-in-1 Multi-Tool, $189 at Amazon
If Dad is a musician or a podcaster, he’ll appreciate a high-quality microphone. This one is a dynamic broadcast microphone that picks up voice details and prevents a dull sound. The cardioid polar pattern is ideal for acoustic environments and reduces ambient sounds like keyboard rattling and room reverberation. The microphone is made of aluminum and steel mesh and can be mounted on a stand or microphone arm.
Beyerdynamic Pro X M70 Microphone, $329/Sale $99 at Amazon
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