86 of the Best Gifts for Men That He'll Absolutely Love (2024)

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The Best Gifts for Men, According to GQ Under $150 Resurrection Duet Wonderboom 3 Bluetooth Speaker TheraCup Portable Cupping Massage Therapy White Samba MN Sneakers Go Air Sport G-Shock Move Slim Step-Tracker Digital Watch One Mobile Gaming Controller LED Lantern Speaker Striped Oven Mitts La Familia Mini Blender Stainless Steel Coffee Mug Pro Yoga Mat Large Plastic Cutting Board Ultra Pro Tennis Racquet Bottle PureVis MAG:2 Wireless Charging Stand Wave+ 18-in-1 Multi-Tool For the home guy Throwbed & Cover Set Leather Slip On InFizz Fusion Carbonation Machine Restore 2 Bedside Table Lamp Smart Fridge Miller Resin Salad Bowl Knife Trio + Stand Stonewashed Linen Sheet Set Latex Pillow For-Everything Horizontal Coat Rack Bedside Humidifier Hand Block Printed Linen Robe Opus Conical Burr Grinder Moccamaster Ocean Mist Napkins Sheet Show Packing Cube Set The Toaster Whistling 1 Liter Bird Kettle Shorty Spice Set Essential Glassware Men's Washable Silk Button Up Short Set Abd el Kader scented candle, 270g Lawn Stripe Sheets For the sporty guy Horizon Ring Theragun Relief Forerunner 165 The Everywhere Zip Backpack Rainmaker: Superagent Hughes Norton and the Money-Grab Explosion of Golf from Tiger to LIV and Beyond Tour V6 Shift Patriot Pack Nylon Windshirt Brown Leather Basketball 7" Repetition Short beyondfeel Men's Running Shoe For the gadget guy Mini Projector Quest 2 Ace Headphones Wireless Portable Outdoor Bluetooth AirPods (3rd Generation) PowerCore 10000 Portable Charger For the style guy Gucci Men's Horsebit Loafer Rope Chain Everyday Essentials Skincare Bundle Lyma Laser Clog Cinched Fleece Sweatpants I Am Verdant Eau de Parfum Supersonic Hair Dryer Off-White KISEE-Cab Sandals Trucker Jacket Logo-Embroidered Cotton-Twill Baseball Cap Navy Double Breasted Cardigan Hydra Micro Serum Landon Large Neoprene Carryall Norelco Multigroomer All-in-One Trimmer Series 7000 Ludlow Wallet Baggies Waterproof Auxiliary Sherlock Camion Boots Sea Cliff Linen Shacket For the outdoor guy Essential Hand-Forged Garden Tools Optics Viper HD Spotting Scopes Pack & Carry Fireplace Party Ashtray Genesis Gas Grill Hopper Flip 12 Personal Cooler

“The best gifts for men”—a thing you Google, a thing you ponder, a thing you think so damn hard about you forget why you wanted to give them a gift in the first place. Not this year. This year, you resolve to Google with intention (and you've come to GQ, where we've seen everything, rejected the notion that a gift card is the way to go, and will only recommend the perfect gift for your guy). No sad socks. No cuff links. No dopp kits. No DIY tote bags. No whiskey stones. No ties. Here, you will meditate on, but not overthink, which of our thoughtful gift ideas will most suit this man (who surely deserves to be spoiled just a little bit because don't we all, don't we all).

From you, a purveyor of good taste, to him, your absolute favorite, here are some of the best gifts for men, no matter what the time or occasion (though a reminder: Father’s Day is on the horizon). We've culled this assortment from our full slate of Best Stuff guides—from beard trimmers to headphones, t-shirts to hoodies—and our annual awards series for fitness, grooming, and sleep products to present you with no-fail Father’s Day gifts.

The Best Gifts for Men, According to GQ

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  • For the sporty guy
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  • For the style guy
  • For the home guy
  • For the outdoor guy

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Under $150

If you’ve stalled on unique gift ideas, you don't have to drop an entire paycheck to get him a gift that he'll love. Our curated best gift ideas under $150 run the gamut from gadgets to shoes that everyone is going to be wearing this summer to a colorful selection of barware that will happily dapple his interiors.

Aesop

Resurrection Duet

Every hand wash is a resurrection of your skin with this soap-lotion duet that taps springy citrus and grounding cedar to refresh and renew your skin.

Ultimate Ears

Wonderboom 3 Bluetooth Speaker

If he's singing in the shower, give him some background notes to turn it into something recording worthy—our favorite shower speaker sounds great in every scenario.

Therabody

TheraCup Portable Cupping Massage Therapy

A trip to the acupuncturist is probably what this guy needs, but if you can't get him there, the next best thing is this cupping set from the makers of the Theragun massage tool.

Adidas

White Samba MN Sneakers

The sneakers that never go out of style make for a no-fail gift.

JLab

Go Air Sport

The best workout headphones don't need to be expensive, and these $30 joints will get him through his workout without conking out mid-podcast as he's sweating up a storm at the squat rack.

Casio

G-Shock Move Slim Step-Tracker Digital Watch

All the perks of a G-Shock—like a nearly indestructible body and rugged charm—with all the benefits of a fitness tracker.

Backbone

One Mobile Gaming Controller

Compatible with XBox, Playstation, and beyond, this buy turns his phone into a gaming controller that has surprisingly adept responsiveness and accuracy.

Mori Mori

LED Lantern Speaker

For ye old guys (you know the type) who want modern comforts, the Mori Mori LED lantern speaker gives soft light and loud-as-you-want background music for nights under the stars.

Dusen Dusen

Striped Oven Mitts

We'd buy these happy-go-lucky oven mitts in every possible colorway for papas who keep the kitchen hot.

Mercado Famous

La Familia

If your guy hovers where the charcuterie lives at a party, this set will let him throw a party for one any time he pleases.

Beast

Mini Blender

If his monthly expenses include $500 for smoothies, then he needs an intervention—and this personal blender. Its super-fast motor makes light work out of ice and fruit, and you can drink straight out of the blending container. This gets bonus points for looking great on the counter, too.

Chaco Labs

Stainless Steel Coffee Mug

Give a colorful kick to his morning cup of Joe with this to-go coffee mug that helps you gulp down whatever will help you pep up.

Manduka

Pro Yoga Mat

Every yogi knows that the Holy Grail of yoga mats comes from Manduka, and this one is super grippy to make sure every asana is performed to a tee with zero slippage after the fact.

Fredericks & Mae

Large Plastic Cutting Board

He probably knows that there are certain tasks that require certain cutting boards; if not, this is way to clue him in.

Wilson

Ultra Pro Tennis Racquet

If he's been perfecting his backswing, give him the chance to show it off this summer with a trip to the local tennis courts, this sporty racquet in tow.

Larq

Bottle PureVis

Cleanliness not his middle name? No worries! This self-cleaning water bottle prevents his drinking quarters from turning into a science project.

Courant

MAG:2 Wireless Charging Stand

This handsome charging stand will at once give his phone and Airpods some juice without needing too much space on his nightstand or excess of cords.

Leatherman

Wave+ 18-in-1 Multi-Tool

If he's always looking for a specialty tool to get a job done, give him one that will do it all, with this multi-tool that works in the garden, office, or workshop.

For the home guy

Summer is meant for vacation, exploring, and backyard hangs—but if he finds joy in high-quality quiet comforts of his four walls, we say hurrah. These picks are meant to help up the comfort levels from squishy throwbeds and butter slip-ons to the perkiest coffee maker and eye-catching accessories.

Hedgehouse

Throwbed & Cover Set

Made for picnics, sleeping under the stars, or nights when he's in the doghouse on the couch, this throwbed gift set with a cover and fill turns any surface into a sleeping sitch befit for the Four Seasons.

Sabah

Leather Slip On

For accessing the grill or lounging by the pool, these Sabah slip-ons know no seasonal boundaries.

Breville

InFizz Fusion Carbonation Machine

Bubbly guys like what they like, and with this new Breville sparkler, any beverage can have some pep in its step.

Hatch

Restore 2 Bedside Table Lamp

A handsome sound machine and alarm clock with nature-inspired sounds that also wakes him with gentle light beverage-specific rather than blaring noise.

Rocco

Smart Fridge

Craft beer lovers, seltzer fiends, and co*ke Zero stans will love this beverage-specific fridge which has zoned cooling to keep your drinks perfectly cold.

Soho Home

Miller Resin Salad Bowl

Salad guys love this natural-looking resin bowl, which makes even the most basic leaves and oil look like they belong alongside a Michelin star.

Material

Knife Trio + Stand

Kitchen guys need to wield tools that look good and function well, and new-to-the-scene Material delivers both impeccably.

The Citizenry

Stonewashed Linen Sheet Set

Linen sheets are known to get better as you wash them and sleep on them, but this set from the Citizenry comes to you as soft as a dream and somehow amplifies that after multiple rounds of ZZZs.

Saatva

Latex Pillow

The pillow that our testing team mutually agreed was the best-of-the-best, this latex number from Saatva will help your guy get a restful slumber and wake up sans neck aches.

Virginia Sin

For-Everything Horizontal Coat Rack

When he comes home, give him something gorgeous to hang his hat on at the end of the day.

Vitruvi

Bedside Humidifier

Buying someone a humidifier didn't used to feel as good as it does when you hand over this architectural and efficient number from Vitruvi.

Block Shop

Hand Block Printed Linen Robe

Big spa robes have their time and place, but we like this cheery option from LA-based Block Shop Textiles for some everyday fun.

Fellow

Opus Conical Burr Grinder

For coffee guys, you'll look high and low before finding a better do-it-all grinder than this one—which perfectly grinds beans for cold brew and pour over alike.

Technivorm

Moccamaster

Make mornings better with this must-have Technivorm dream. One editor gifted it to her brother and he texted back, “noticeably better coffee”...a rave!

Atelier Saucier

Ocean Mist Napkins

Help him kick his paper towel habit with colorfully trimmed napkins from Atelier Saucier, which come in rainbow bright or nautical hues for whatever your occasion calls for.

Great Jones

Sheet Show

Nothing says, "make me dinner, honey" quite like this not-so-subtle hint from Great Jones. There are two half-sized sheet pans and one full-sized pan so he can cook for a family or just a few.

BAGGU

Packing Cube Set

Keep your guy organized for his next trip with this packing cube set that makes it easy to place his things when he's not in his own place.

Balmuda

The Toaster

The toaster that taught us no pizza deserves to be eaten cold, the Balmuda makes the simple things in life—toast, warm croissants, pizza—hit their potential and then some.

Michael Graves

Whistling 1 Liter Bird Kettle

The classic kettle that we keep coming back to makes a great gift for lovers of a nightly cup of tea or a nice addition to the kitchen landscape.

Fly By Jing

Shorty Spice Set

Spice up his life (and his meals) with a little bit of heat and umami from the folks over at Fly By Jing.

Hawkins New York

Essential Glassware

A beer, an iced tea, a tall drink of water—whatever he's drinking this sleek vessel will keep things glass half full.

Lunya

Men's Washable Silk Button Up Short Set

Silk pajamas are a luxury that guys shouldn't be skipping out on, and this set from Lunya is pleasingly adjustable to your styling and thermoregulating to keep you cool as you snooze.

Trudon

Abd el Kader scented candle, 270g

“It” candles may come and go, but Cire Trudon's mint-tea-inspired scent stays in our rotation year after year. We promise that if you buy it this year, he'll be requesting it next.

Dusen Dusen

Lawn Stripe Sheets

As if getting into bed every night weren't already the best part of the day, statement-making sheets up the ante on the fun.

For the sporty guy

His heart rate is up, his muscles are sore, his golf swing's an ace, and those three-pointers? Yeah, he's icing them. For the cherry on top, choose a gift that will suit his sporty pursuits—whatever they may be.

Oura

Horizon Ring

Give him the gift of understanding himself better—this ring tracks sleep, stress and activity and suggests small lifestyle tweaks that will have him feeling better and make the most out of his days (and nights).

Therabody

Theragun Relief

For guys who hit the gym and then hint that their body is feeling it, the Theragun helps to sore muscles and knots in tandem with percussive therapy that rivals a massage.

Garmin

Forerunner 165

This Garmin watch is the best-of-the-best whether your guy is hopping on a bike, taking a hike, or training for a marathon. It won't disappoint in getting him where he wants to be.

Away

The Everywhere Zip Backpack

Whether on the move to and from work or heading on a whirlwind vacation, we love the Away backpack for its surprising amount of storage space and its sleek design.

Hughes Norton

Rainmaker: Superagent Hughes Norton and the Money-Grab Explosion of Golf from Tiger to LIV and Beyond

Reading requirement for golf guys, this book makes for a thoughtful—if not effusive—gesture.

Bushnell

Tour V6 Shift Patriot Pack

If you've got a golf guy on your list, this range finder can help him come out on top. It accurately measures the distance to his target, taking into consideration the range and terrain that he's up against.

Malbon

Nylon Windshirt

For guys who take to the green, the ever sold-out Malbon Golf brand brings us its spring-ified windshirt feels sporty but never stuffy.

Modest Vintage

Brown Leather Basketball

For pickup games or games of HORSE with the fam, we like this modernist take on the leather basketball that feels design-y and sporty all at once.

Alo

7" Repetition Short

For sporty guys or guys who like their pants laced with elastic, these seven-inchers from Alo Yoga strike the right chords.

Lululemon

beyondfeel Men's Running Shoe

Help him start his runs out on the right foot with these Lululemon first-generation men's running shoes, which will give you a springy, cushioned ride that looks damn good on your feet.

For the gadget guy

If his Amazon previous orders contain any combination of card cases, keyrings, cords, battery packs, or video games plucked from best sellers lists, you've got a gadget guy in mind. These gift ideas are just left of ordinary. Sure, you could opt for an XBox, but why not make him the controller with a Meta Quest? Sure, you could organize a movie night, but why not take that under the stars?

Nebula by Anker

Mini Projector

If your guy frequently finds himself playing host, get him this mini projector to add to his fun-night-in repertoire. With a built-in speaker and crisp visuals, it can stream straight from apps like YouTube and Netflix.

Meta

Quest 2

Gamers who have the Xbox, PlayStation, and Nintendo Switch will happily add this immersive metaverse gaming device to their rotation. Truth be told, it' pretty fun to try on, regardless of your guy's gaming status.

Sonos

Ace Headphones

A sound decision for your guy: The brand-new Ace headphones from Sonos have noise-canceling features and can be paired with other Sonos products (like the Arc soundbar) to make the personal listening experience feel theater-like.

Bang & Olufsen

Wireless Portable Outdoor Bluetooth

The background of your summer shouldn't just be crickets—this design-forward, small-ish Bluetooth speaker can bring Spotify playlists to life with respectable quality. Bonus points for being small enough to take on golf and fishing outings.

Apple

AirPods (3rd Generation)

It's easy to overthink it, but gifts like AirPods really don't disappoint, and they're something he's sure to have forever—or until he loses them in the couch cushion.

Anker

PowerCore 10000 Portable Charger

There's a type of guy who likes to stay parked next to an outlet. Free this man from the fate of living hooked up to a wall with this portable charger.

For the style guy

If he's constantly sending around his fits to his friends before he leaves the house, we're happy to report that we've compiled a list of classics—or new takes on old favorites—that will assuredly get enthusiastic thumbs up from the gang.

Gucci

Gucci Men's Horsebit Loafer

The iconic Gucci loafers might not be in his budget, but hey, a gifting occasion makes the perfect excuse to deck out his feet in these sexy Italian joints. He'll have them forever.

Jaxxon

Rope Chain

Our editors are fans of this easy-going gold chain, which adds instant polish to any outfit.

Ursa Major

Everyday Essentials Skincare Bundle

If your guy needs a hint hint that it's time to take care of his skin—this three-piece set comprised of face wash, vitamin C serum, and cleanser—is a good place for him to start.

Lyma

Lyma Laser

For guys who are really into their skincare game, the Lyma laser is 100 times more powerful than LED lights, helping to firm up fine lines and target hyperpigmentation from too many summers in the sun past.

Gardana

Clog

If he wants to look like he clomps through the streets of Brooklyn wearing the uniform shoe of Brooklyn-based GQ editors.

Abercrombie & Fitch

Cinched Fleece Sweatpants

All guys need that one pair of pants that you see them in far too often; for those in the know, this pair will be it.

Vyrao

I Am Verdant Eau de Parfum

Vyrao's motto is that “fragrance is energy” and even a look at this groovy green bottle will have you believing as much. Once you spritz however, you'll become a devotee—the juicy bergamot dries down into a frankincense heart that inevitably leads you to mossy base notes—pleasing for all who wear and witness.

Dyson

Supersonic Hair Dryer

He probably takes more time in the bathroom than you do, and most of that time is using a hair dryer. Make sure he's not damaging his hair by opting for one of the most popular dryers in the market.

Suikoke

Off-White KISEE-Cab Sandals

If he lives in Tevas and Birks, help him polish things up with a pair of these chunky white sandals that are worth living in.

Levi's

Trucker Jacket

A classic jean jacket is a gift that will stand the test of time, and this one from Levi's, in four different washes, makes good on that promise.

Polo Ralph Lauren

Logo-Embroidered Cotton-Twill Baseball Cap

The dad hat was long ago perfected, and we're not messing with it.

Bode

Navy Double Breasted Cardigan

The cardigan done better, Bode's double breasted Y-neck sweater is pretty much made for beach bonfires on the cooled-down coast.

Chanel

Hydra Micro Serum

When summer hits, skin hydration should be top of mind, and this hyaluronic acid serum infuses skin with moisture to keep it looking plump and healthy.

Dagne Dover

Landon Large Neoprene Carryall

This bag was made for long weekends. It carries a surprising amount of your goods, and is designed with soft, moldable fabric to be comfy when you're carrying it.

Phillips

Norelco Multigroomer All-in-One Trimmer Series 7000

The best beard trimmer, as per our rigorous testing, is a high-powered, metal-bodied, incredibly precise tool that will keep all his facial hair dialed in. But the Multigroom 9000 is also a top-tier body groomer and hair clipper as well. Because if he's going to keep his hair in check, he should be able to keep it all in check.

Smythson

Ludlow Wallet

For the guy who likes to keep his Benjamin's crisp and his cards organized, this Smythson wallet fits the bill.

Patagonia

Baggies

Anyone who's ever worn a pair of Baggies knows why these shorts are so damn great. Get them for your guy in every color and inseam for literally any occasion.

Percival

Waterproof Auxiliary Sherlock

No one does a Macintosh quite like the Brits over at Percival, and with a slicker this sleek, he'll be wearing it plenty come rain or come shine.

Our Legacy

Camion Boots

Our Legacy is the biggest little fashion brand in the world, and its ever-popular Camion boots are an easy way to level up any outfit. Ahem, the chunky little heel will literally give all the short kings out there a boost.

Banana Republic

Sea Cliff Linen Shacket

This best-selling jacket gives any outfit ease with its breezy linen, boxy construction that goes with everything.

For the outdoor guy

If the summer calls him to spend every waking hour out in the sun, we've got a host of gifts that will please. From birdwatching scopes to garden tools, his pursuits are sure to be made better by anything you find on this list.This portable grill will not fail for the guy who's spending the summer illicitly grilling in a Greenpoint backyard or one who's found his corner of the actual great outdoors

The Floral Society

Essential Hand-Forged Garden Tools

If the man can see the beauty in growing a bountiful garden from mere seeds, he'll love these hand-forged tools that make tending to his garden a pleasure.

Optics Viper HD Spotting Scopes

Saturday's for the birds, according to our wellness editor—whose requesting an enhanced viewign experience with these spotting scopes.

Takibi

Pack & Carry Fireplace

For the guy who's spending the summer illicitly grilling in a Greenpoint backyard or one who's found his corner of the actual great outdoors, this portable grill won't fail.

Houseplant

Party Ashtray

Unless you're a committed solo stoner, everything's better when you're lighting up among friends. This stylish party-ready ashtray (courtesy of Seth Rogen's brand Houseplant) has openings to park three joints in there, so it's more than ready when the next house party rolls around.

Weber

Genesis Gas Grill

There's nothing to say that you can't gift yourself while gifting your guy. For a summer of charred delicacies and backyard BBQs, this gift will keep on giving.

YETI

Hopper Flip 12 Personal Cooler

Brews on brews on brews—or up to two dozen—fit in this personal cooler which is designed for portability and easy toting. Your surroundings dictate how long things stay cool, but daylong adventures are well within its capabilities.

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