29 Great Father’s Day Gifts (That Happen to Be on Sale)
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Father’s Day is just over one week away — Sunday, June 21 — which means shipping cutoffs are quickly approaching. In other words, it’s time to do your shopping. As the Strategist’s deals editor, it’s my duty to help you find all the good gifts on sale. I’ve found dozens of items that only look like you spent a lot — and that aren’t just whiskey stones and ties. Everything below will arrive on time, as of publications, but shipping times can change quickly, so double-check before you check out. I’ve organized everything by price to keep a range of budgets in mind. For even more gift ideas, you can check out all of the Strategist’s Father’s Day gift guides here. As a backup option, you could always opt for an e-gift card or a nice subscription box.
Update on June 11, 2026
We added a handful of new gifts that will arrive on time, including a new leather wallet, a candle that smells like a Parisian bakery, and Knicks merch for the lifelong (or bandwagon) fan.
Deals I personally think are the best
A fully Strategist-approved bundle for a perfect summer morning: crossword puzzles, a self-warming coffee mug, and our favorite “doorbell for birds.”
Under $25
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To keep mosquitoes away while he relaxes on the patio, get this now-$18 bug repeller from our Best in Class guide. It creates a 15-foot protective field — no smoke or flames required — that lasts for about four hours.
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Weleda’s tried-and-true moisturizer works for any skin type — and smells very nice — if you’re trying to get your dad to start a skin-care routine. (And for more, beauty writer Krista Bennett-DeMaio found several other great grooming gifts for him.)
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If he has sensitive skin, we recommend this unscented hypoallergenic shaving cream, which can be used with or without a brush. “It gives a great lather,” one barber informed us.
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Or if you’d like to get him an all-in-one kit, everything at Harry’s is 20 percent off through the end of the month with our code, STRATEGIST20.
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A booklet of easy-peasy Times crosswords for just $7.
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A nice summer polo in 100 percent cotton.
Under $50
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Lightweight summer pajama pants he can wear while working from the couch.
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Wildgrain delivers bake-from-frozen breads, fresh pastas, and artisan pastries sourced from across the U.S. (I think the ciabatta rolls are life-changing.) Through June 21, it is offering $35 off and free croissants for life when you use our code, STRAT35.
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For the dad who travels for work, AeroPress brews espresso-style coffee from anywhere.
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If he’s been using the same wallet since you were born, get him an upgraded one made from full-grain leather and built with RFID-blocking technology.
Under $100
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A simple but stylish Lululemon hoodie for a nice price ($89 to $99, depending on color).
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Grilling season is right around the corner — and chef Tom Colicchio told us this handy tool is “the best meat thermometer I’ve ever used.”
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Ember Mug 2 - 14 Oz.
Ember’s self-warming mug is 35 percent off and comes in several colors. It’s the best gift senior editor Jen Trolio has ever received and just about the only coffee mug she uses.
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For the avid birder, Netvue’s Birdfy Smart Bird Feeder will provide hours of entertainment. It’s a regular feeder that’s also equipped with a motion-sensor camera to capture video of birds who stop by. The videos are stored in the corresponding app so you can watch (and share) as they come in. Amy Tan is also a fan and uses it to check in on her feathered friends when she’s away on book tours.
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Fitbit’s Charge 6 is our top recommendation for a fitness tracker. It is simple and unobtrusive, tracks a ton of activities, and doesn’t need the user to be tech-savvy to operate it.
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For the tech-loving dad who’s embedded in the Apple ecosystem: the slim MagSafe charger that Strategist senior writer Michael Zhao says is the best portable charger for the iPhone Air.
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And from Zhao’s Father’s Day gift guide for picky guys: an easy-to-use, USB-C rechargeable tire inflator.
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If his jeans are on their last legs, get him some classic Levi’s. They’re our pick for the best men’s jeans overall.
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Because he deserves a bakery-scented home.
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A 100 percent linen piece that’s ideal for summer layering.
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Perhaps some new Knicks gear for a lifelong fan (or the dad who has fully jumped on the bandwagon)?
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Another option (with a small Knicks logo on the front) that’s bound to sell out soon.
Under $250
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Perhaps the most classic gift of all: a bathrobe. This 100 percent cotton one from Parachute is one of our favorites. It’s lightweight yet warm and looks extremely classic.
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An over-ear pair of Beats is a simple-but-effective gift.
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Apple AirPods Pro 3
The latest and greatest AirPod Pros also do the trick.
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Ozlo Sleepbuds 2
If he likes to listen to audiobooks before bed, get him these high-tech sleep earbuds (that come recommended by both Susan Orlean and Lena Dunham). These actually stay in the ear and, perhaps most important, can also tell when you have fallen asleep and switch to white noise.
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Sonos Roam 2
Comedian Chris Redd recommends this sleek portable speaker from Sonos. “It’s just the cleanest speaker to me,” he says. “It’s durable as hell. I feel like you could shoot it and it would be all right.”
Under $500
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A duvetlike robe for the dad who takes his relaxation seriously. Take $50 off through the end of the month when you use our code, STRAT50.
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He might enjoy having a bigger screen for watching YouTube videos, FaceTiming his grandkids, reading recipes, or looking at pictures.
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