The Best Father’s Day Gifts for Every Type of Dad
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It’s almost Father’s Day! That means it’s time to turn your attention to probably the hardest person in your family to buy for. For me, Father’s Day is such a task because my magpie-esque dad will simply buy himself any new shiny thing that catches his eye. Perhaps your dad is the opposite, the definition of economical, and never hints at a desire for anything more than what he has. Either way, the key to Father’s Day is figuring out a gift that they didn’t even know they wanted, like a plush robe to replace the decade old one, or the cookbook of a restaurant they once saw on Anthony Bourdain: Parts Unknown. As budget is also important, I’ve separated 37 thoughtful gifts for all kinds of dad (from artist dads to runner dads) by price. I personally like to mix and match with both budget, and practicality: This year it might be a handsome new razor paired with a silly box of chocolate sardines. But we all have our own gifting philosophy!
Updated on June 9, 2025
Added an editor’s note to the two products that may arrive after Father’s Day, depending on shipping options. Also checked prices and stock for all products.
Under $25
For the dad you call for DIY advice
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A magnetic wristband that’s strong enough to hold screws, nails, and drill bits right where Dad can see them.
For the dad fed up with Hershey’s
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For the dad who sneezes from May to August
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He’ll get a kick (and some serious decongestion benefits) out of this NASA-approved nasal emollient, which helped one Strategist contributor finally relieve her sore and stuffy sinuses.
For the dad who sings in the shower
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The buttons on this speaker work well even with slippery, soapy fingers, so Dad can switch from podcasts to the Bee Gees with no problem.
For the dad who always leaves his coffee in the kitchen
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No need for the heartache of a lukewarm mug of coffee: This warmer keeps things heated until dad eventually remembers that he poured himself a cup.
For the dad who lives for baseball season …
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A “dad cap” in his team’s color — but without a logo — feels a little more grown-up.
… and the dad who prefers an easel
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If he’s stuck for inspiration, consider these dice, which provide subjects, themes, and even orientations for his next masterpiece.
For the dad training for his first marathon
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Don’t let Dad make the rookie mistake of running in cotton socks and ending up with blisters. These wick moisture away from the foot and feature silver threads to keep them smelling fresh even on long runs.
For the dad who plays it safe
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A condiment that still packs a punch (but not a wallop).
For the book dad
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He can use them as postcards or as handsome bookmarks during his next big read.
For the dad whose big three are garlic, onion, and ginger
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Recommended by Strategist writer Ambar Pardilla, this gadget (and what dad doesn’t love a gadget) makes garlic chopping a breeze.
For the dad who will sit anywhere
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Belle and Sebastian’s Stuart Murdoch told us that he’s very particular about sitting: This comfy, foldable mat means he can do it comfortably anywhere — from highland hikes to the airport.
For the analog dad
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Lots of great bird feeders have all sorts of digitized bells and whistles these days — but you can never go wrong with the classic kind.
Under $50
For the serious cocktail dad
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In our gifts for outdoorsy dads roundup, senior writer Michael Zhao found a cocktail set that dad can take anywhere. The shaker has both a snap-in strainer, two nesting tumblers, and a convenient zippered carry case.
[Editor’s note: Today, June 9, is the last day to order for guaranteed free delivery by Sunday.]
For the dad who prefers to get his protein from the grill
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A remote thermometer means Dad can check on the progress of his fillets and chops from the comfort of the sofa.
For the dad who can (and will) work anywhere
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This easily compressible keyboard can snap on to any phone or tablet to make an instant workspace.
For the practical dad …
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A bumpproof, scratchproof, MagSafe phone case for the dad who likes his gifts to serve a purpose.
… and the practical dad on tour
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Another functional (yet stylish) option: This luggage tag looks smart, and also stows an AirTag for dad to track his possessions from terminal to terminal.
For the low-intervention wine dad
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‘The Four Horsemen: Food and Wine for Good Times from the Brooklyn Restaurant,’ by Nick Curtola and Justin Chearno
If you can’t get him a table, get him the next best thing.
For the sweaty dad
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Comlife Neck Fan
This is the fan that kept Lupita Nyong’o cool on the actor’s strike picket lines — and has since become a reader favorite for sweltering sunny days.
For the Star Wars dad
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Star Wars Lego can really get up there in terms of price, but this beginner-friendly model (that the two of you can build together) isn’t too expensive.
Under $100
For the dad who’s sauce-curious
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Hot Sauce Kit
Let Dad nerd out and create his own hot sauce with this kit that includes heirloom peppers and pH strips for nailing the right level of heat.
For the nostalgic dad
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If Dad misses the days of (instant) film, he’ll get a kick out of the Polaroid Go, a compact instant camera that Strategist writer Jordan Bowman praised for its sharp picture quality, reliable focus, and easy-to-use controls.
For the five-o’clock-shadow dad
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Every barber I interview says safety razors are the best way to shave, and that this tool is the best way to do it. (Replacement blades are cheap, too, dad will be relieved to hear.)
For the dad who only likes movies with explosions and cars
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The final Mission: Impossible is showing in theaters now, but you can get a blu-ray boxed set of the story so far for the Tom Cruise–obsessed dad.
[Editor’s note: This gift may arrive after Father’s Day.]
Under $200
For the dad who’s always losing his charger
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This handsome wireless charging tray is pretty much impossible to misplace.
For the dad who’s always on his feet …
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When he finally has a chance to sit down, he can slot this heated foot massager right by the couch.
… and the dad who wants to be on his feet more
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We rate these Asics running shoes highly — so high, we named them the best pair for beginner runners.
For the dad not afraid to go a little bit ‘ahoy’
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Senior editor Hilary Reid — the writer of our Summer starter pack — says it will be a season of boat shoes. These ones from Sperry are our favorites.
For the dad who can’t stomach an iPhone alarm
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Philips SmartSleep Wake-up Light
Strategist contributor Liz Krieger calls this alarm her “own private sunrise.” It works by gradually introducing light into a room before emitting a gentle alarm.
For the dad who loves showing off pictures of the kids (or grandkids)
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Nixplay Smart Digital Picture Frame
With this highly reviewed (actually decent-looking) digital frame, he can instantly display all the latest family photos.
For the dad who wants to level up his fitness routine
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Make it a family competition for the highest daily step count.
For the dad who would grill anywhere …
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Another feature of our Summer 100 is this portable grill, which makes a barbecue anywhere … finally possible. Dads, rejoice!
… or anytime
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Remove the only non-fun part of grilling with a robot that does the cleanup for you.
For the cozy dad
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Brooklinen’s super-plush robe earns the name — that’s why it’s been in our guide to the best bathrobes for men for years.
Under $500
For the dad who aches
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We’ve called this a “heating pad on steroids” — and we mean it. It heats up and vibrates to soothe soreness and inflammation across the back.
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