Stereotypically, dads are pretty easy to please in the gift-giving department. Like if you get him new golf clubs or a gift card to Home Depot, he’ll make a corny joke about it and be set for the next few months. You probably know exactly what I’m talking about—whether you’ve seen it play on a sitcom or IRL on Father’s Day lol.
So, can someone explain why it feels like the ultimate mission impossible when the time comes to actually shop for a good gift for dad on his birthday? It could be because they always claim they already have everything they need. But frankly, that excuse is getting old, and I can’t be the only one who thinks dads deserve better! Which is why we’ve put together this list of 75 super thoughtful birthday gifts for dad.
Whether you see the big guy every day or live thousands of miles apart, you can still make him smile by gifting him something that suits his interests. We’ve got ideas for every dad personality type: the golfer, the outdoorsman, the traveler, the musician—whatever your dad’s passion or hobby might be, we’ve got a gift idea that will speak to his soul (yes, we’re that confident in our selections). From inexpensive gifts that he’ll use every day to pricier options that he’ll only break out for special occasions—be prepared to feel the love when your dad opens one of these 75 cool AF gifts on his birthday this year.
this built-in massage therapist
MoCuishle Neck Massager With Heat
this personalized gear bag
Carhartt® Legacy Embroidered Gear Bag
this custom tape measure
BettyAndMarieDesigns “No One Measures Up” Personalized Tape Measure
this growler beer tap
Pottery Barn Glass Growler Beer Tap
a blanket-like robe
Casper Snoozewear™ Blanket Robe
this top-rated cocktail machine
Bartesian Premium Cocktail and Margarita Machine
this top-notch tequila
LALO Tequila
this at-home golf set-up
Abco Tech Indoor Golf Putting Green
an impressive wine
Joseph Phelps
2019 Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley
this cool projector
Visoud Native 1080P WiFi Bluetooth Projector
this beer can cooler
BruMate HOPSULATOR TRíO MÜV 3-in-1
this nylon backpack
Monos Metro Backpack
this vibrant shirt
Billionaire Boys Club Current Colorblock T-Shirt
this security system
Google Nest Doorbell (Wired) Smart Security Camera
this lavish poker set
Ralph Lauren Home Sutton Poker Set
these fly sneakers
Nike Dunk Low Retro
this fun glass set
Star Wars™ Darth Vader Etched Glasses & Ice Molds Set
this salt-infused plank
Himalayan Salt Plank with Holder
this watch holder
Shinola Multi Watch Case
this musky candle
Harlem Candle Company Speakeasy Luxury Scented Candle
this hand-held massager
Theragun Mini
this spice rub set
Midunu Chocolates BBQ Essentials Box
a technical vest
Ralph Lauren Water-Repellent Quilted Vest
cool hiking boots
Merrell Men’s Moab 2 Mid Waterproof
shaving essentials
Bevel
Bevel Shaving Kit for Men
an old-school record player
Crosley Vintage CR8005F-HA Cruiser Plus
a pair of cozy slips
UGG Furry House Slippers
this fancy planner
Leatherology Snap Open Dated Planner
elevated PJs
Polo Ralph Lauren Plaid Woven Pajama Top
this cooler
YETITundra 35 Hard Cooler
these wrist wraps
Sankofa Wrist Wraps
this truffle sauce trio
TRUFF 3-Pc. Hot Sauce Variety Pack
this custom cutting board
EngraveMyMemories Personalized Cutting Boards
this keyring
KingsleyLeather Leather Keyring
this stylin’ vest
Mack Weldon WARMKNIT Fleece Vest
this beard butter
Levi Fisher Balm Diggity~Softening Beard Butter
this cool bottle opener
Uncommon Goods MLB Game Used Baseball Bat Handle Opener
these freezable glasses
Williams Sonoma Rabbit Freezable Beer Glasses, Set of 2
this back scratcher
TungSam Self-Therapeutic Bamboo Back Scratcher
personalized golf balls
Callaway 1 Dozen Warbird Custom Logo Golf Balls
this really nice pen
Everyman New Limited Edition Graftons
some snazzy earbuds
Apple AirPods With Charging Case
a case for those snazzy earbuds
ICARER AirPods Leather Case With Strap
this electric shaver
Philips Norelco Shaver 7100
these nice cufflinks
Cufflinks, Inc. Ox & Bull Trading Co. Tartan Cufflinks
a short-sleeve shirt
GOOD MAN BRAND Premium Cotton T-Shirt
this lil light
Vekkia Rechargeable Amber Reading Light
comfy shorts
Essentials Green Nylon Shorts
a grill station
Royal Gourmet Portable Table Top Gas Grill Griddle
a protective cover for his comp
KALIDI Laptop Sleeve
this activity and fitness tracker
Garmin Vivosmart 4
some chukka shoes
Clarks Men’s Bushacre 2 Chukka Boot
a laptop riser
Oakywood Walnut Laptop Stand
a sleek sweater
Buttoned Down Italian Merino Wool Lightweight Crewneck Sweater
a sweet weekender bag
UNIQUEBELLA Garment Bag Duffel
a leather sandal
Birkenstock Arizona – Oiled Leather
Wireless headphones
Soul Electronics Soul Emotion Max
a bar kit
True Brands Canvas Cocktail Kit
this set of facial essentials
Scotch Porter Face Care Collection
a comfy lounge set
Parachute Home Men’s Waffle Lounge Set
a swanky decanter
Godinger Stackable Whiskey Decanter and Whisky Glasses
a reversible leather belt
Columbia Men’s Reversible Leather Belt
a custom hot sauce
Williams Sonoma Make Your Own Hot Sauce Kit
a portable couch table
F&T Couch Arm Table
a waterproof camera
GoPro HERO7
a firewood carrier
INNO STAGE Canvas Log Carrier Bag
a portable speaker
Sonos One (Gen 2) – Voice Controlled Smart Speaker
a sleek stainless-steel espresso maker
De’Longhi Espresso, Stainless Steel, Metallic
cool grill tools
Cuisinart 20-Piece Grilling Tool Set with Aluminum Case
a very convenient robot vacuum
iRobot Roomba j7+ (7550) Self-Emptying Robot Vacuum
a mess-proof reader
Amazon Waterproof Kindle Paperwhite
a minimal bracelet
Esquire Men’s Jewelry Link Chain Bracelet
a fun game
Across The Board Wooden Tabletop Baseball Game
an effortlessly fashionable watch
Fossil Copeland Three-Hand Watch
fresh new socks
Goodthreads 5-Pack Patterned Socks
How we chose these gifts for dad
Cosmo‘s shopping team is constantly curating the internet to bring you the chicest, trendiest options like it’s our job (because it is, heh).
We have pretty high standards when it comes to recommendations. Each of our shopping articles adheres to the 15 Percent Pledge and includes picks for all styles. And you better believe we read those product reviews (and test many of the brands IRL) so you don’t have to. You’re welcome!
Hanna Flanagan
Hanna Flanagan is an associate shopping editor at Cosmopolitan, sharing her recommendations for everything from denim and eye creams to coffee mugs and silk sheets.
