The 16 Best Gifts for Every Man, from Fitness Gear to Fashion

Nikol SlatinskaShopping Writer, Home
Nikol SlatinskaShopping Writer, Home
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updated Dec 12, 2024
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I don’t think I’m alone when I say this, but shopping for men is not my favorite activity. In fact, it typically feels like a chore. That’s probably because I’m a woman, so I naturally prefer going to Sephora to pick up a perfume kit for a girlfriend than perusing the shelves of a sporting goods store in search of something practical yet unique enough to give to a male cousin or uncle. Recently, though, I discovered that there are plenty of luxurious and, dare I say it, exciting gifts for men out there across a variety of categories. Feeling doubtful? Just check out the picks below. There’s something for the avid gamer, the fitness enthusiast, the frequent traveler, and pretty much every other male archetype. If your friend is merely trying to upgrade his personal style, there are options for him, too. 

The trick is to have fun with shopping for the men in your life, just like you have fun shopping for yourself. The products on our list also vary in price, so you can splurge on a pricey pair of sunglasses or show your thoughtfulness with a $25 sneaker cleaning kit. Each and every one of these finds are bound to delight your loved ones!

Venture Backpack
$265$160

Whether the guy on your shopping list wants a spacious backpack he can take to the gym and then to the office or he frequently goes on business trips out of town, he’ll love the editor-tested Venture backpack from Solgaard. The backpack boasts an impressive number of pockets — including one meant exclusively for his laptop — as well as the brand’s signature FlowCloset system.

$160 at Solgaard
SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wired Multi Gaming Headset
$249$187

No gaming setup is complete without a surround-sound set headset like the Arctis Nova Pro headset by SteelSeries. These headphones boast a special acoustic system and immersive 360° spatial audio that will make your giftee feel like he’s truly in whatever game he’s playing. The headphones also have a noise-canceling microphone, so he can talk to his Call of Duty teammates with zero distractions.

$187 at Best Buy
Personalized Golf Gift Set
$159

If your giftee is an avid golfer, he probably already owns his dream club set. But you can still present him with a personalized gift in the form of this monogrammable golf ball kit. You can add his name to 12 golf balls and a towel and also inscribe a message on the outside of the wooden box that they come in. As if that weren’t enticing enough, the bundle also includes a monogrammable golf bag tag and tee holder!

$159 at Mark & Graham
MESSI Eau De Parfum
$72

If your guy is a soccer fan, chances are Lionel Messi is one of his favorite players — so why not gift him the G.O.A.T.'s brand new signature scent MESSI? Inspired by the soccer icon, this cologne features notes of fresh cardamom from Central America, crisp apple leaf, and a spice-filled burst of wild Cypress from Europe for a truly dynamic scent he's sure to love.

$72 at JCPenney
Good Chop Monthly Subscription, Medium
$149

Who doesn’t want high-quality meat delivered right to their door? With a Good Chop subscription, that’s more than possible. Every month, your giftee can choose exactly which top-shelf cuts he wants, so he doesn’t have to trek to the butcher or supermarket. “Every cut I cooked was fresh and delicious, with great color and delicious flavor,” wrote contributor Ian in his review. “The variety of options meant I was cooking and eating different meats nearly every night, so I never got bored.”

$149 at Good Chop
Down for It All Hoodie
$228

What’s great about this stylish down-filled jacket is that it’s simultaneously warm and lightweight, so whether he’s going for a run or catching a flight, it’ll prove substantial yet functional. The hoodie is also water-resistant and features a hidden phone sleeve, so he can keep his hands free while he works out or goes on a grocery run.

$228 at Lululemon
Lifepro Adjustable Dumbbells Set
$190

If your bf has no space for multiple sets of dumbbells, he’ll get a kick out of this adjustable set. Each dumbbell can be adjusted to weigh between 5 and 25 pounds. It also has a comfortable grip and safety lock mechanism. This might be just what his at-home gym setup is missing.

$190 at Amazon
Zwilling Four-Star 8-Inch Chef's Knife
$145$100

Zwilling is one of the best kitchen brands around, and this 8-inch knife will quickly become your giftee’s most-used meal prep tool. It performs numerous tasks, whether he’s dicing an apple or chopping potatoes. The knife was made with special formula stainless steel, and the ice-hardened blade stays sharper for a longer period of time than an average one.

$100 at Zwilling
TheraGun Relief Handheld Percussion Massage Gun
$149

Whether your loved one is soothing muscles after an intense workout or trying to ease chronic pain, the Theragun Relief will be his new best friend. This percussive deep tissue massager works to melt away tension and release soreness from your muscles. It's not only compact and easy to operate, but it also runs super quiet (hint: It won't wake up the whole house!).

$149 at Amazon
CityScape Hoodie & Sweatpant Set
$345$276

You could gift your friend or relative this loungewear set for traveling, but we have a feeling he’ll love it so much, he’ll want to wear it at home every day, too. Cozy Earth’s CityScape collection is widely loved for its cozy fleece fabrication and relaxed fit. The set comes in a range of sophisticated colors, too, which help elevate the otherwise casual outfit.

$276 at Cozy Earth
Cuisinart Ultimate Backyard BBQ Grill Tools, 36 Piece Set
$75

If you know someone who is using a mishmash of old tools behind the grill, it’s time to upgrade his game. This 36-piece set has everything he’ll need (plus an extra basting brush head), all durable handles that allow for a comfortable and secure grip.

$75 at Williams Sonoma
Carrera Sunglasses
$179

Your guy might not be the type to splurge on sunglasses, in which case you might just have to do it for him. We love these Carreras, which are a tad more fashion-forward than your basic pair of aviators. They offer 100% UV protection, and their matte-black design will match any outfit.

$179 at Saks Fifth Avenue
KitchenAid Cold Brew Coffee Maker
$140

This gadget will give him cold brew on tap all season long. It’s a breeze to use — all he has to do is add freshly ground coffee into the stainless steel steeper, fill the carafe with water, and place it in the fridge. Twelve hours later, and his coffee is ready to go. What’s more, the brewer will fit compactly on the counter and in the fridge, The stainless steel components also help preserve the taste for up to two weeks.

$140 at KitchenAid
Gentleman's Hardware Sneaker Cleaning Kit
$25

Help your brother, cousin, or neighbor keep his kicks clean with this $25 pocket-size cleaning kit. It comes with a 120-milliliter bottle of cleaning fluid that’s safe to use on a wide variety of materials, as well as a cloth and cleaning brush. Those white Nikes will look crisp for months on end.

$25 at The Container Store
45" UltraGear QHD Curved Gaming Monitor
$770$600

Calling all gamers! If a new gaming monitor is on your pal’s shopping list, check out this clear-display pick. With a 45-inch display, this curved monitor features an adjustable stand, a rapid refresh rate, and FreeSync technology for the most vivid gaming experience.

$600 at LG
Sichuan Starter Gift Set
$75

For the man who loves cooking at home, we recommend Fly By Jing’s editor-favorite pantry staples. This gift set allows him to try a little bit of everything instead of sticking to one sauce. Along with the brand’s internet-famous Sichuan chili crisp, he also gets a rich and velvety Zhong Sauce, a punchy Chengdu Crunch, and the Xtra Spicy chili crisp, which is reportedly three times hotter than the OG chili crisp.

$75 at Fly by Jing

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