51 thoughtful gifts your dad actually wants this holiday season - for every budget
A sleek leather wallet
This slim leather wallet from Bellroy is perfect for dads who prefer minimalist accessories. It comes in 11 colors, so you’ll be able to find the perfect match. Bellroy also sells phone cases, work bags and backpacks, and key covers.
A gold and leather watch
You can't go wrong with a watch for a Father's Day gift. This Italian leather and gold watch from Filippo Loreti, Kickstarter's most funded watch brand ever, is a timeless option that any dad will love.
A box of high-quality steaks
For the culinary dad, there's nothing better than a box of his favorite filet mignons, top sirloins, and steak burgers.
A sous vide machine for ambitious home cooks
This $64 sous vide machine will make him look like a fancy chef with minimal effort.
A personalized sports jersey
The sports-loving dad won't want to take this jersey off. At the NFL Shop online, you can order a personalized jersey with your dad’s name on the back.
A box of his favorite sports team's gear
Sports team merchandise can be extremely expensive when bought from pro-shops, on-campus bookstores, or stadiums. Fanchest set out to make gifting team gear a fun and affordable experience, selling boxes full of items for adults or kids starting at $59. The company is also offering special Father's Day boxes for a limited time.
Breathable and machine-washable sneakers
These merino wool sneakers from Allbirds, Silicon Valley's favorite shoe brand, are the perfect mix of sporty and stylish. They currently come in tons of colors, and they're even machine washable.
The Amazon Echo Spot
There’s an ever-so-slight learning curve in figuring out what Amazon's Alexa can and can’t do, but once that’s passed, the Echo can forecast the weather, read an audiobook, order a pizza, tell jokes, or any number of things moms should find charming. As a bonus, the Echo Spot has a screen for displaying information.
A high-tech car adapter
This car adapter allows you to track fuel efficiency, the cost of gas per trip, and even your car's location if it ever gets stolen.
A device that improves golfing skills
If your dad is a big golfer, this performance tracking system is a necessary addition to his golf bag.
A luxurious shave kit
This shave set from Harry's is as sleek as it gets. To go the extra mile, you can get his initials engraved into the razor.
A freshly scented beard oil
Bearded dads need this beard oil from The Art of Shaving in their lives.
A durable, temperature-maintaining tumbler cup
This Yeti tumbler cup great for any situation, from camping to commuting. The durable insulated cup does a masterful job of making sure drinks keep their temperatures.
A SodaStream
The SodaStream lets you to turn plain water into sparkling water in mere seconds. And Dad can adjust the fizziness and flavor level to his personal taste.
A hot sauce sampler pack
If you're not quite sure what kind of hot sauce your dad likes, or if he isn't committed to this or that variety of the spicy stuff, then a The Good Hurt Fuego Hot Sauces Sampler is a great gift idea. It features sauces made with peppers that come from India, Mexico, and beyond, and it has flavors ranging from Chipotle Pepper to Garlic Herb to Whiskey Habanero.
Comfortable and stylish jeans
Give the gift of good style with these jeans from Mott & Bow. For a limited time, you can use the code "FATHERSDAY18" for half off a shirt when you purchase a pair of jeans.
A 10-pack of soft and stylish underwear
Made from MicroModal and elastane, MeUndies claims their underwear is three times softer than cotton.
Soft, crisp sheets and bedding
Brooklinen's luxe sheets are among our favorites for their affordable price, sophisticated look, and unbelievable comfort. The company's Hardcore Sheet Bundle has everything your dad needs to completely makeover his bed — and stay nice and cozy all year long. It includes a flat sheet, a fitted sheet, a duvet cover, and four pillowcases.
A cozy and supportive pillow
Give the gift of a good night's sleep with this luxurious and supportive pillow from mattress startup Leesa. I also cannot say enough wonderful things about the Leesa Blanket, which is equally giftable and all kinds of cozy.
A Kindle Paperwhite
If your dad is tired of lugging around heavy hardcovers, a Kindle Paperwhite is an extremely thoughtful and practical gift. The latest version is now waterproof too.
A TV-themed game of Monopoly
This gift is a two-in-one if your dad is a fan of both board games and "Game of Thrones."
A classic stovetop espresso maker
This classic kitchen accessory is perfect for the coffee-loving dad who wants to bring cafe-quality coffee home. The Bialetti stovetop espresso maker not only makes great coffee, but it looks great on the counter.
A gift subscription to a popular coffee club
If your dad's veins run dark roast, a coffee gift won't go unused. We recommend a subscription to the Atlas Coffee Club, which curates a global selection of single-origin coffee that gets freshly roasted and shipped to your house from $9 per bag.
An all-encompassing online subscription
Everyone loves Amazon Prime and the plethora of perks that come with a membership, so why not gift a subscription for an entire year?
A durable and waterproof speaker
The UE Boom 2 sounds good and is well-designed, but perhaps the coolest thing about it is that it has an IPX7 water resistance rating — so he can use it in the shower, in the pool, or to take on the go. It also comes in a bunch of fun colors.
Patterned socks to liven up his outfits
Some people complain about getting socks for holidays, but dads will love this Beatles-themed gift set with an array of patterned socks inspired by the iconic art of "Yellow Submarine."
An at-home workout system
For the active dad, you can bring the gym home with this TRX trainer.
A handy duffel bag
If your dad is a frequent traveler or gym-goer, he'll love this versatile duffel bag and backpack hybrid.
A Fitbit
The Fitbit Charge 2 lets him track his workout in real time on its bright, easy-to-read screen, plus, it has a heart rate monitor and sleep tracking. We think it's the best Fitbit you can buy today
A modern turntable
This turntable is the sleek home accessory your dad didn't know he needed. He can bring his old records out of storage and enjoy them with this modern record player.
A record organization system
Your dad can organize his records in style with this alphabetical wooden divider set.
A subscription service for new vinyl every month
Every person's vinyl collection is deeply personal, so instead of trying to guess his taste, let him choose the record himself. Each month, he'll choose and receive one LP, pressed exclusively for Vinyl Me, Please, from a collection of Essentials, Classics, and Rap & Hip Hop.
The three-month gift membership includes one bonus record, while the six- and 12-month ones include two bonus records.
A streaming TV player
A media streaming device can transform your dad's so-called dumb TV into a smart one that plays shows and movies from Netflix, Hulu, HBO Now, Prime Video, and other streaming services. The best of the bunch is the Roku Ultra with its easy-to-use interface and 4K video streaming.
A book that dives deeper into the 'Star Wars' universe
If your dad is a "Star Wars" fan, you won't want to miss out on giving him this book.
A modular lighting system
This unique lighting system not only looks cool, but it can also replicate a natural sunrise and combat the effects of seasonal sunshine deprivation.
A beer-brewing machine
The PicoBrew C is a sleek, accessible home-brewing system that may just make you forego buying cans and bottles from the supermarket. For $338, this may just be the Father's Day gift that keeps on giving — to dad and to your whole family.
His new favorite jerky
For jerky-loving dads, we're fans of Chef's Cut. The flavors in this variety pack include Original Recipe, Chipotle Cracked Pepper, Sweet and Spicy, and Asian-Style Teriyaki.
His next pair of everyday boots
Thursday Boot Company's boots are sleek enough for the office, but rugged enough to handle the cold and wet weather of winter. They're also very comfortable, requiring little or no break-in period. We love them so much we named them the best men's boots in our buying guide.
A movie night
Nothing beats going to the movies his kids.
A handy multi-functional tool
This multi-functional tool does it all, plus it has a 25-year guarantee.
Modern over-ear headphones
High-quality Bluetooth headphones don't have to be ugly and industrial-looking. These walnut and steel headphones from EVEN are both stylish and functional.
A custom map poster
Grafomap is a website that lets you design map posters of any place in the world. You can make one of your dad's hometown, his college town, his favorite travel destination, or the place where he got engaged or married — you're only limited by your imagination.
A leather iPhone X case
If your dad has the new iPhone X, he'll definitely need a protective yet stylish case. This brown leather case is also available for the iPhone 7/8 and iPhone 7/8 Plus.
A fast wireless charger
The RAVPower Fast Wireless Charger is specially made to support the new iPhone 8, iPhone 8 Plus, and iPhone X. It also works with any Qi-compatible Android phone. The charger can output 7.5 Watts of power to charge your iPhone 50% faster than older 3.5 to 4 Watt wireless chargers.
Stylish computer glasses
If he sits in front of a computer every day, he needs these blue light glasses that increase magnification, reduce glare, and filter out blue light in order to reduce eyestrain. They're also available with prescription lenses — we tried them and loved them.
A health and ancestry genetic test kit
This genetic test kit from 23andMe is great for the dad who's interested in learning more about his family history.
A cookbook from his favorite burger joint
If your dad is a fan of Shake Shack, he’ll love this cook book that will teach him how to make his very own ShackBurger.
A ceramic pizza stone
Homemade pizza is delicious, but it can be tricky to perfect. This ceramic pizza stone will make sure your pizza comes out perfectly cooked every time.
A drone
This quadcopter will prove that you're never too old to play with toys.
An iPad
Tech-obsessed dads will love to get their hands on the latest iPad.
A leather iPad case
This leather iPad portfolio comes in 17 colors, so there's sure to be one that your dad will like. You can even get it monogrammed for an extra personal touch.
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