Gifts for Dad
The best gifts for dads solve a small, everyday annoyance or make a hobby more fun. Think about what he does every weekend, then pick the gear that makes it easier.
How to pick
- Upgrade something he already uses a lot, like a coffee maker, headphones or a grill tool.
- If he says he doesn't need anything, pick a consumable treat, like good coffee or hot sauce.
- Practical beats clever: the gifts that get used are the ones that fit his routine.
17 gift ideas
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MEATER Plus Smart Meat Thermometer
A wire-free probe that sends the temperature to his phone, so the steak comes out right every time.
- Best for
- Grillers and smokers who like checking on the meat from their phone
- Skip if
- They'd rather have a simple thermometer with no app
Typical price: $50 to $100
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Leatherman Rev Multi-Tool
A pocket-size multi-tool with a knife, screwdrivers and a package opener. Useful every day.
- Best for
- Everyday fixes, opening boxes and small jobs
- Skip if
- They need pliers, since the Rev doesn't have them
Typical price: $25 to $50
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Cholula Hot Sauce Variety Pack
Six bottles of Cholula in different flavors, for the guy who puts hot sauce on everything.
- Best for
- People who add hot sauce to everything
- Skip if
- They don't like spicy food
Typical price: Under $25
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YETI Rambler 20 oz Tumbler
A tough stainless tumbler that keeps coffee hot or drinks ice cold for hours.
- Best for
- Coffee drinkers on the go who want it hot for hours
- Skip if
- They toss their cup in a bag, since the lid isn't leakproof
Typical price: $25 to $50
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Lodge Cast Iron Skillet, 10.25 Inch
A pre-seasoned skillet that sears steaks and lasts a lifetime.
- Best for
- Home cooks who want a great sear and a pan that lasts decades
- Skip if
- They want something light, or that goes in the dishwasher
Typical price: Under $25
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Ember Smart Mug 2, 10 oz
A heated mug that keeps coffee at the perfect temperature, controlled by an app.
- Best for
- Slow sippers whose coffee always goes cold
- Skip if
- They drink big mugs, since this one holds 10 oz
Typical price: $50 to $100
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Wilson NFL Super Grip Football
A grippy, durable football for backyard games.
- Best for
- Backyard and park games of catch
- Skip if
- They already have a good football
Typical price: Under $25
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Fiskars 3-Piece Garden Hand Tools Set
A sturdy trowel, transplanter and cultivator for the gardener in the family.
- Best for
- Gardeners who plant pots and small beds
- Skip if
- They already have a set of hand tools
Typical price: Under $25
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Craft A Brew American Pale Ale Kit
Everything needed to brew a gallon of pale ale at home.
- Best for
- Beer lovers who like hands-on hobbies
- Skip if
- They want beer right away, since brewing takes a few weeks
Typical price: $25 to $50
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DEWALT 20V MAX Cordless Drill Kit
A compact cordless drill with batteries, ready for shelves, furniture and fixes.
- Best for
- New homeowners and DIYers
- Skip if
- They already own drills from another brand, since batteries don't swap between brands
Typical price: $100+
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Coleman Camping Chair with Cooler
A folding chair with a built-in cooler pouch in the armrest.
- Best for
- Tailgates, camping and kids' sports games
- Skip if
- They hike far to camp, since it's bulky
Typical price: $25 to $50
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Titleist Pro V1 Golf Balls, One Dozen
The golf ball many players trust, in a gift-ready dozen.
- Best for
- Regular golfers who care about their ball
- Skip if
- They're new to golf and lose lots of balls
Typical price: $50 to $100
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ThermoPro Instant Read Meat Thermometer
Reads in seconds, so steaks and chicken come out just right.
- Best for
- Any cook who wants meat done right, at a low price
- Skip if
- They want to watch the temperature with the lid closed
Typical price: Under $25
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Cuisinart Deluxe Grill Tool Set
A full set of grilling tools in a carry case for backyard cookouts.
- Best for
- New grill owners, Father's Day and housewarmings
- Skip if
- They already have a set of grill tools
Typical price: $25 to $50
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Squirrel Buster Plus Bird Feeder
A bird feeder that closes when squirrels climb on, so the seed goes to the birds.
- Best for
- Bird watchers fed up with squirrels
- Skip if
- They have nowhere to hang it
Typical price: $50 to $100
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Death Wish Coffee Whole Bean
A famously strong dark roast for people who take their coffee seriously.
- Best for
- People who like very strong, dark coffee
- Skip if
- They're sensitive to caffeine
Typical price: Under $25
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TRUFF Hot Sauce Variety Pack
Truffle-infused hot sauces in gift-ready bottles.
- Best for
- Foodies who like a fancier hot sauce
- Skip if
- They don't like truffle or heat
Typical price: $25 to $50
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