The Best Father’s Day Present Ideas of 2025

Father’s Day rolls around quickly each year—and with it, the same frustration:

What do I get for the father figure in my life?

Whether it’s a gift for your dad, your grandpa, your stepfather, your uncle, or even your big brother who’s been like a parent to you, you want it to mean something. You want to show your appreciation with more than just another tie, socks, or the typical t-shirt.

But he just seems to be harder to buy for than other family members.

That’s why we’ve taken the time to think outside the box and come up with present ideas for when you want to spoil your dad. The items in this gift guide are meaningful and useful, and some of them even allow you to personalize them for that added touch. With each idea, we’ve also linked to specific products and brands that might be a good fit.

The gift ideas range anywhere from a $15 to $350 price range, but we’ve also included a budget category with gifts under $40.

Navigate to the section you want to check out first:

• Trendy gifts
• Personalized gifts
• Gifts for the dad who has everything
• Gifts by hobby
• Budget gifts (under $40)
• How to choose your gift

Now let’s go shopping.

Trendy gifts

Wondering what’s popular this year? With these gifts, the dad in your life can be sure he’s keeping up with the latest exciting gadgets.

Fitness watch – $147

Whether he’s active or wants to be, a fitness watch is a game changer. Many people wear these all the time to see how much they’re moving through the day and to reach that goal of 10,000 steps.

The Fitbit Charge 6 is a top fitness tracker that tracks not only heart rate, calories, steps, and mileage, but also sleep quality and stress levels. It connects to Google, too, allowing users to stream music, use Google Maps, and pay with Google Wallet.

Wireless charging stand – $40

Is your dad the kind of guy with all the techy Apple gadgets?

No need to have individual chargers anymore. With a wireless charging station, he can charge all of them at once—Apple Watch, AirPods, and iPhone. This one from BestBuy is simple to use with magnets the devices can snap onto. It comes with a 5-foot cord so it can be positioned into the most convenient spot.

Noise-canceling headphones – $200

If he enjoys listening to music or podcasts, or is on a lot of Zoom calls for work, get him some headphones to block out background noise.

These Beats Studio Pro headphones from Target connect wirelessly via Bluetooth—no annoying cords to deal with! They’re great for use while traveling or even while sleeping in noisy environments like an airplane.

 

Air fryer – $90

An air fryer uses much less oil without sacrificing taste or texture. Throw in sweet potatoes, zucchini, cauliflowers, or the meat of your choice for a crispy and delicious meal.

For the dad who cares about healthy eating, why not get him the #1 bestseller of air fryers on Amazon? This one even makes cleanup easy with a basket and crisper plate that can go straight into the dishwasher.

 

Personalized Father’s Day gifts

The gifts in this category are a mixture of gifts you can personalize and gifts your man gets to personalize himself—whether by building it or making it himself.

Insulated tumbler with a customized message or design – $50

Your dad can head to work or other activities with a reminder that you care about him. This Yeti tumbler is made of stainless steel and keeps drinks hot or cold with double-wall vacuum insulation.

You can pick the size and color that’ll best suit him and add a special design or text. Maybe a note of appreciation or a picture of you together with him?

And if he’s already got a tumbler, Yeti also has the same customizable option with their water bottles.

Digital picture frame – $150

What could be more personalized than a digital picture frame with your own captured memories to be put on display?

The Aura Carver Mat digital photo frame connects to a smartphone app via Wi-Fi for adding photos. It even has a feature that allows you to add photos before you give the frame as a gift (shh, don’t tell him). Make it even more special with a surprise video message or photo message.

Coffee mug with photos and a personal note – $16

He can begin his day with a steaming hot drink and a reminder of how much he’s loved.

You can customize these Shutterfly collage mugs with pictures and handwritten notes. Choose from an 11-ounce or 15-ounce mug.

Remote control airplane DIY kit – $40+

This personalized gift is for the man who enjoys the challenge of building something himself.

Remote-control airplane kits from RC Builder come with pre-cut pieces of balsa wood—not foam! The kit contains all the necessary wooden parts and downloadable instructions, and the variety of designs allows you to choose something he would enjoy.

Sourdough set – $40

If your dad loves baking or cooking, he needs this sourdough starter set from Amazon. Equip him with everything he needs to try his hand at sourdough bread—from starter jar to starter instructions to proofing basket.

And you just might benefit, too, by getting to sample some warm, tasty, freshly-baked bread!

 

 

Gifts for the dad who has everything

When you ask him what he wants, he tells you, “I already have everything I need.”

Sigh. Contentment is a great and admirable quality, but it doesn’t help when you’re trying to figure out the perfect gift for him!

That’s why we have some unique gifts he probably hasn’t thought of…

Weather station – $100

The dad in your life can be his own meteorologist with this weather station from Amazon. In addition to an indoor LCD display, this one comes with an outdoor sensor that includes rain collectors, wind cups, and a solar panel.

 

DNA ancestry kit – $100

Give him the gift of learning more about his heritage and origins. The AncestryDNA kit will assess his DNA and tell him exactly what ethnicities are in his background. It also shows personality and physical traits and allows him to connect with people whose DNA matches his.

This kind of gift will make for interesting discoveries and exploration that the whole family can enjoy as well!

Apple AirTags – $30+

If he’s that guy who has everything, then give him a gift to help him keep track of his belongings, like his wallet, keys, or backpack.

Apple AirTags are easy to place with or hook onto belongings so that he doesn’t ever have to worry about losing them. From his iPhone, he’ll be able to see exactly where the items are. The tags also make pinging sounds, so it’s easier to find those keys that fell out of his pocket and slipped between the couch cushions.

Make the gift personal by having the tags engraved with his name, too.

Experiences

Does Dad have clutter issues? Or has Grandpa accumulated a bunch of extra gadgets that hardly get used as the years go by? Consider giving him the gift of an experience instead. This gift can be the opportunity for both you and him to benefit from some bonding time.

Some possible experiences to give him could be:

• A concert with his favorite music artist, or a nostalgia tribute band
• Attending a workshop to learn something new
• A hike to a beautiful lookout
• A weekend roadtrip
• A fishing trip
• A visit to a nearby national park
• A picnic in the park with his favorite foods
• Dinner at his favorite restaurant with friends and family (and he can order whatever huge dessert he wants to)

Gifts by hobby

Does he have specific hobbies that he invests a lot of time and energy into? Here are some ideas for specialized gifts for activities he’s passionate about.

For woodworking enthusiasts—wood moisture meter – $300+

If your dad is a fairly new woodworker, he may not know about the exact ways moisture can affect wood, or that excess moisture could wreak havoc on his projects—even after they’re completed.

By giving him a Bessemeter wood moisture meter, you can help him take his hobby to the next level. The pinless technology makes it simple to scan a piece of wood and find out whether its moisture content is the right number for use. No need to worry about his projects becoming damaged or warped from sneaky moisture issues!

For builders—all-purpose toolbelt – $376

Is your dad always building something—chairs, a deck, or a shed maybe?

With this all-purpose toolbelt from Occidental Leather, he can keep his most important tools with him.

Made from real leather, the 24 pockets of this belt provide plenty of space for everything he might need. And it comes with the promise of a lifetime repair service so he doesn’t have to think about getting a new one ever again.

For campers—rechargeable headlamp – $100

For all those nights in the wilderness, it sure is convenient to have a headlamp he can count on.

This Fenix headlamp comes with a rechargeable battery that can run for 100 hours. It includes a spotlight, floodlight, red light, and SOS light modes, some with adjustable levels and beams reaching as far as 610 feet.

For cooks—chef’s knife – $145

Who doesn’t love a sharp knife to “cut down” on cutting time when you’re making masterpieces in the kitchen or prepping food for the grill?

Give Dad a tool that allows him to slice and dice with ease and finesse.

If he’s a no-frills kind of guy, this Japanese professional knife doesn’t look fancy. But it’s durable and gets the job done well! It’s made from lightweight steel and has a sharpness that lasts a surprisingly long time before it needs resharpening.

For skiers, snowboarders, snowmobilers, or even all-weather hikers—quality goggles – $320

These versatile goggles from Julbo make a great gift for the man who’s ready to hit the slopes.

The polarized lenses are anti-fog, and they rest softly against the face for comfortable wear. And with their special REACTIV technology, the lenses work well in both the sunshine and the shade, meaning he won’t have to switch back and forth between goggles throughout the day. That means more time on the slopes!

Budget Father’s Day gift ideas

Just because you’re on a budget doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice the quality of your gift. These practical gifts under $40 check the boxes for quality and budget-friendliness.

Travel neck pillow – $16

If your dad travels a lot for work, he probably knows how frustrating it can be to try to sleep on a train or airplane. Uncomfortable sleeping positions, no place to put his head, and knots in his neck by the end of the trip.

This memory foam neck pillow changes all that. It’ll allow him to rest without his head falling into awkward positions. And it even has concave points for resting his chin.

Grab him one so he can enjoy better rest on the plane—or even at the office (just don’t tell his boss!).

Goodr sunglasses – $25+

Started as a company selling inexpensive sunglasses for runners, goodr is known for high-quality and functional products that won’t break the bank.

Search through the varieties of styles and get a pair for your active dad or grandpa today.

 

 

Sleep mask – $35

Give the gift of better rest with a 100% blackout sleep mask. It has comfortable eye cups that don’t put any pressure on the eyelashes or eyelids and is adjustable to any face.

This mask will be a game changer for the man who has to travel a lot or has to sleep during all or part of the day—or even if he’s just bothered by the night light in the hallway.

Pickleball set – $40

Has the father or grandfather in your life wanted to try the fastest-growing sport in America?

Get him equipped to play with this pickleball racket set.

And who knows? It just might become a fun activity for the whole family!

 

Cast iron cookware – $40

Who said cookware needed to be expensive?

This cast iron dutch oven from Walmart will meet your budgeted price point, and it gets excellent reviews. Snag it for your man who’s ready to cook up a storm—or make sourdough!

 

Hot sauce sampler – $22

When all else fails, food is a great option. This hot sauce sampler from Cooper’s Small Batch in Denver, Colorado, offers six different varieties of heat from Thai spice to Caribbean flavors. Great for the hot sauce connoisseur!

 

How to choose the best gift for the father in your life

When you’re choosing a Father’s Day gift, one of the first considerations will be how much you’re able to spend.

But you’ll also want to think about a few things related to the one receiving the gift. What season of life is he in? How much space does he have? What will be useful?

We’ll touch on these factors below.

Your budget

Your budget is one of the biggest factors for determining the gift you’ll get.

Are your resources limited? If so, you may want to buy a gift from the budget category. Or opt for giving him an experience that you pay for with time, attention, and effort, rather than money.

Keep in mind that there are many ways to show love, and a physical gift isn’t the only way. Your loved one wouldn’t want you to splurge on them if it means you’ll overextend yourself financially.

Interests

What kind of interests does your dad have? What are his hobbies? When you purchase something related to his interests, you can be sure it’ll go to good use.

If he’s interested in fishing, for example, consider getting him something he needs to fish.

For other hobby-related ideas, check out the “Gifts by hobby” section above.

Season of life

Season of life can change what kind of gift would be most meaningful and valuable to a person.

If he works full time, travels with work, or has young kids, he may not have a lot of time for hobbies or other activities. Or he could even be a brand new dad and is just starting to learn how to juggle all those responsibilities. Find something that could benefit him during this season.

But if he’s retired, he may have a lot more time for extra projects and would enjoy DIY gifts like woodworking kits.

Space

Does he have a lot of space in his home? Or maybe a shed or shop for projects?

Find out how much available space he has before getting him a gift that could take up a considerable amount of room.

Quality

When you’re shopping for a gift, look for something that’s high quality and will hold up for a while. A warranty on a product usually speaks to its quality and the fact that the company will stand behind the product.

After all, you don’t want to purchase a gift that’ll break within a couple of uses.

Practicality

How useful will the gift be to him? Ideally, you’ll want to find something he’ll actually use rather than something that’ll sit on the shelf.

A funny sign or a dad joke book may get some laughs out of him, but is he really going to value it in the long run?

Finding something practical goes back to gifts that fit with your dad’s needs and interests.

Personalization

Do you want to personalize the gift? Doing so can be a way to remind your dad of something meaningful to him or to your relationship.

If that’s what you decide to do, look for something that allows you to include his name or a special message or picture. We’ve included some ideas in the “Personalized gifts” section.

Or if you’re struggling to know what he would like, a gift card allows him to pick his own gift.

 

The best Father’s Day gift: connection

Buying gifts for someone you love can be a challenge because you want it to be just right.

But remember that as important as a gift might seem, what really matters is the relationship you have with your dad, granddad, uncle, stepdad, brother, or other father figure in your life. Things come and go—and they can add joy to our lives—but they can’t replace the connections we have with our loved ones.

So, enjoy the process of finding a gift, but above all, make this Father’s Day about connecting more deeply with the father in your life.

Have any other ideas for us? Let us know in the comments!