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The 32 best gifts for dad even if he has everything (or so he thinks)
Useful gadgets, personalized accessories and more thoughtful gift ideas for every father figure in your life.
If your dad's anything like mine, then he's the guy who claims he wants nothing for Christmas, his birthday or any other special occasion. While I could always just accept defeat and give him yet another gift card this holiday season, I'm no quitter, especially when it comes to picking out the perfect present. So, as Yahoo’s resident gifting expert, I’ve decided to give you, the perfect child, a little bit of a leg up with this list of the best gifts for dads.
Below you’ll find a range of unique gift ideas for golfers, grillmasters and everyone in between. There are MagSafe accessories for the tech wizard, a pizza oven for the foodie and a movie bucket list for the guy who just wants some quality time with his recliner. Below, you'll find a mix of practical and personalized gift ideas for dad — all of which are sure to make him smile.
Of course, you don’t have to be a father to enjoy the great gifts on this list. And if you’re looking for even more suggestions, I've also curated gift guides for different men in your life, including your father-in-law, grandpa, husband and brother. So, break out your wallet and get ready to spoil all the guys you love most.
Update, Dec. 10, 2024: We checked all product prices and availability.
The best gifts for Dad
He’ll rest easy knowing he has this MagSafe charger in his car. He can keep it permanently mounted on the car’s air vent, then secure his phone when he needs to give it a power boost (while keeping it in clear view for navigation purposes). “I live in a rural, mountainous area with rough roads. I can speed through a route notorious for its constant sharp curves and my phone has never fallen off,” one customer wrote about the charger’s magnetic capabilities.
We love to mock our parents for their failing eyesight and “selective hearing,” but this handy gadget isn’t just a gag gift. It actually works to magnify phone screens, making it easier to read texts and emails and use apps. It even comes with a stand that lets you prop up your phone for big-screen viewing of videos.
Sure, ice buckets get the job done, but not quite like this electric number. “This chiller kept the champagne chilled to the exact temp we programmed it to, and even when shut off, it turned back on at that same temp it was previously at,” one oenophile wrote. Program the temperature based on the type of wine — reds between 59-64°F and whites down to 41°F — and it’ll stay that way for at least 24 hours.
Slip this silicone drink holder over any armrest to keep coffee, tea or another beverage of choice within reach. "It has a removable plastic center so you can fit larger cups," one hydrated and happy shopper wrote. "I got the black and it looks great against my gray couches." (FWIW, it comes in cream, black, brown, red and gray.)
He already has a smart TV, but now he can have a smart home. Use the Roku Smart Home app to switch between 16 million color options, adjust brightness levels, sync multiple bulbs and set custom presets. He can even set up vacation mode, which turns lights on and off to make it look like someone’s home.
Reading in bed is fun and all until your partner starts to complain about the overhead light. This bendable neck light keeps the light to the page, so he can see what he's reading without bothering anyone else. He can switch between three color and six brightness options.
Your very own John Dutton can eat like one too. Chef Gabriel 'Gator' Guilbeau cooks all the food for the Yellowstone cast and crew, and now he’s put 55 of his best recipes — like Beth’s Cheesy Hamburger Mac Casserole (yep, that Beth) — in a book for the show’s biggest fans. If Dad's an eBook guy, the Kindle version downloads immediately.
Sometimes, even Dad is no match for the heat. When the inevitable happens, he can keep cool with this bladeless neck fan. More than 5,000 Amazon shoppers bought one last month — one of whom pointed out that it's "not heavy at all" and a "rescue for hot flashes."
Once he completes the first task at hand (completing the 1,000-piece puzzle), he’s presented with a new challenge: watching all 50 movies that lay before him. Even if he’s seen some of the classics on this list, it’ll give him a chance to revisit favorites and discover new ones, everything from The Godfather to Cinema Paradiso.
Dad's been "collecting" batteries since the day you were born. Sure, he has a system (or so he says) to find the one he's looking for, but this organizer will divide them up by size and type to make the search a whole lot easier. Plus, it comes with a tester to make sure he's only keeping the good ones.
If he loves manning the grill, then he’ll love an excuse to up his game. These refillable "pucks" allow you to inject that smoky flavor into your food using any grill. Just fill with your favorite wood and they'll burn for about 30 to 40 minutes of smoky bliss.
Cover up Dad's gnarly feet with a fashion statement. This three-pack of colorful socks, featuring bananas, hamburgers and cherries, will look so fun peeking out from under his cuff.