The best gifts for sons from dads are those that show love, appreciation, and pride. Boys want their dads to recognize their accomplishments, share in their hobbies, and be proud of the man they are becoming or have become. When we made this list, we spanned a wide range of ages, so you’re sure to find something that your son will like regardless of how old he is. From notebooks and board games to bags, phone stands, and things for the kitchen, there’s something for everyone on this list. You may even find yourself buying two – one for him and one for you
Messenger Bag
Messenger bags used to be for mail carriers back in the olden days, but now anyone can have one. They are spacious, can be slung over a crossbody or a single shoulder, and this one is made of canvas with leather straps and accents
Smart Notebook
The Rocket Book is a smart notebook that uses an app to save and store notes from 42 wipe-clean pages. Jot it down, take a picture, and send the notes to cyberspace for later. Wipe it away and start again. Great for schoolwork!
Sustainable pick
Compostable Card Holder for Phone
It’s an eco-friendly phone case and wallet in one. Compostable for recycling whenever your kiddo decides to be done with it. Two card-carrying slots and a case that fits most iPhones (except 5, 6, 7, 8, and SE)
Sustainable pick
Rubber Mouse Pad
Handcrafted from recycled rubber and shaped into a geode. This is a contemporary mousepad for modern desk spaces. It’s compostable too, so when it wears out, it can be recycled again to be made into something else
Multipurpose Backpack
This multi-purpose backpack is truly multi-functional. There are loads of zippered and tie-off compartments, as well as water resistance and enough space at the center to fit a full-sized basketball, plus some
Quartz Chronograph Watch
Watches are still the perfect, practical accessory, and the Fossil brand delivers on sophistication. This would look gorgeous with a suit. Gift it to your son when he has a black-tie event to attend. Would make a beautiful wedding gift from father to groom.
LED Night Light with Phone Charger
Is your son a bookworm? Or does he just have an aversion to the dark that he’d never admit to? Whatever the case, this dimmable LED night light comes with a phone charger, so he has it all on his nightstand
Compact Bike Tool
For the cyclists that know how frustrating it is to break a spoke or pop a tire while on a ride. This multi-functional tool is compact enough for a backpack or a back pocket
BBQ Grill Gift Set
Master grillers unite! This BBQ set includes everything he needs to be the best with burgers at the next neighborhood get-together. Stainless steel gift set with a nifty carrying case. He’s got everything he needs to flippin’ cook!
Multitool Foldable Set
17 tools in one? Survival was never easier. Okay, so maybe not hardcore survival, but this could get anyone out of a few harrowing situations. Each tool folds up or away. Includes a screwdriver, pair of pliers, and pocketknife (to name a few)
Portable Waterproof Shower Speaker
If you can hear your son belting out tunes in the shower, give him something to sing along to. This speaker is waterproof and Bluetooth compatible, so he can play his favorites direct from his smartphone. Scrub down and sing loud!
UDog Game
UDog is a mix of Sorry and Blackjack. A deck of playing cards determines your moves around the O-shaped board. The objective? To bump other players and get all of yours home. Simple in theory, competitive in play
PlayStation Alarm Clock
For the everyday gamer, this PlayStation controller is considered retro now, and it’s been turned into an alarm clock. Wake up, smack the snooze, then roll over to raid the skies with Spyro or ride polar bears with Crash Bandicoot in your dreams
Lifestyle & Culture Experience
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Life is all about experiences, and these can make the perfect gifts. Give the gift of culture and adventure – something your son will never forget. Over 100 experiences, like a dessert tour through Hell’s Kitchen in New York or a “one slice at a time” pizza tour in Chicago
Aqua Tube for Water Sports
It’s a towable, inflatable river tube for optimum fun in the water. Blow it up, attach it to a boat, and let the fun begin with laughs and good rides across the lake. Holds up to 170 pounds. He can ride the river of life in style!
Ray Ban Flat Lens Glasses
If your boy-o is a fashion-forward kind of guy, give him a pair of Ray Ban shades that last. Protect his peepers from those harmful UV rays while giving him an option to accessorize with hexagonal style
Book Scanner
If he’s a bookworm with lack of space on his bookshelf, he needs a book scanner. He can scan all of his books into a storage drive, then send them to e-readers or smart devices as he needs. No more taking up too much room with paperbacks and hard copies.
Hori Nintendo Switch Split Pad
Have you ever noticed that those Nintendo Switch controllers can be too small and uncomfortable to hold? These ergonomic controllers are larger, like a PlayStation or Xbox controller, and attach to the Switch like the traditional controllers. Super comfy for bigger hands and comes in lots of cool colors.
Garmin Instinct Watch with GPS
Remember when we said that watches are the classic accessory? That stands true here too, even when this one packs a GPS for optimum navigation through life’s adventures. The best gift for campers, hikers, and road trippers
AeroPress
Coffee is life… at least for some people, and your son may be one of those people. If so, an AeroPress will get a lot of use for its delicious pressed-style dose of caffeine. Quick, efficient, and would fit on a small counter in a college dorm room
Apple Air Pods Pro
Apple is well-known for its amazing devices, like these Air Pods. Dubbed the next generations of Pro, these are wirelessly charged, come with a nifty carrying case, and have active noise canceling both ways. This means he can listen to his tunes without you listening to his tunes
Apple MacBook Pro
The MacBook is next level in laptop tech, courtesy of… you guessed it… Apple. This one is the 2021 edition with 14 inches of clear, crisp graphics and 1TB of storage space. Also includes an M1 Pro chip and 16GB RAM. One fast, efficient, amazing computer.
Trek Power Fly 4 Electric Mountain Bike
When you want professional athleticism, you go with the Powerfly 4. It’s an affordable, all-electrical mountain bike with a Bosch motor for optimum power, drive, and distance. Sleek, innovative, and better in performance than any mountain bike you’ve seen before.
Remarkable 2 Tablet
Your boy-o is probably a hard worker in life and school. Give him a way to take better notes with the Remarkable 2, a nifty writing tablet that allows him to take notes directly on downloaded documents, then save them on the same device as needed
Favorite Sports Team Fan Gear
If your kid is into sports, there’s no doubt he has a favorite team. In which case, he would love some fan gear with his favorite team’s colors, logos, and pictures. Caps, bags, bats, pucks, balls… you name it, and you’ll find it here.
The North Face Laptop Backpack
North Face is well-known for their innovative, well-made backpacks and athletic gear. If your son loves to hike, camp, or go on impromptu adventures, this is his grab-and-go backpack. Complete with enough room for tech in case his destination is school.
Keen Taghee III Waterproof Hiking Boots
A good pair of hiking boots are paramount in cases of exploration and adventure. These are some of the best boots you can buy in whole and half sizes. Cushioned insoles, laced support, and waterproof exterior
