71 Last-Minute Holiday Gifts for Every Type of Husband
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Husbands aren’t known as avid shoppers, but we are known for buying the thing we want online as soon as we’ve determined what it should be through extensive research. This makes gifting for husbands difficult if you’re trying to buy him something useful. But if the bumper crop of successful men’s memoirs released this past year is any indicator, the one thing that all husbands really want is to feel appreciated for their contributions — regardless of how great or small they may be.
As a husband myself, I am uniquely qualified to scour our archives and countless online-shop catalogues in search of thoughtful and whimsical gift ideas to help any husband feel seen by their spouse. No matter what your husband’s interests are or what your budget is, you’re bound to find something helpful. But take note: The deadlines for pre-holiday delivery are here. Many products now require express shipping options for delivery by December 24, and even some Amazon products may not arrive before Christmas. We’re regularly updating all of our gift guides to reflect these changing timelines, and you can also find info for some of our most popular retailers in our brand-by-brand holiday shipping breakdown, but we still recommend confirming delivery dates before placing any order. And if you have missed the deadline for that perfect gift, there’s (usually) always a digital gift card..
Updated on December 17, 2025:
All the gifts below are still in stock and priced correctly, and, as of this latest update, should all arrive by Christmas.
$25 and under
For the husband who’s always overheating
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Comedian Jake Shane uses this fan to keep cool anywhere he goes. Even on vacation, “I would plug it in overnight and set it up and sleep with it on my face,” he says.
For the husband who’s always sparking a lighter
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One with a different form factor that’s just as fun to play with.
[Editor’s note: This gift arrives after Christmas.]
For the husband who gets too many packages
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This is the utility knife that Strategist senior editor Winnie Yang’s husband reaches for daily. It has broken down countless numbers of cardboard boxes over the years.
For the husband who didn’t realize he needed one of these already
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Pain-free pruning — no batteries required.
For the husband who wants movie-theater popcorn at home
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Original Flavacol Popcorn Seasoning Salt
With this fancy popcorn seasoning, he can get the full movie-theater experience right from his couch.
For the husband who’s finally ditching Irish Spring
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The best place to buy this delightfully pine-scented bar soap is out of a wooden barrel at a New England general store. But short of that, you can also get it delivered.
For the husband who’s always fumbling for his keys
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Japanese Fish-Hook Key-Chain Holder
Perfect for keeping keys within reach — either dangling off of his belt or hooked onto the side of his pocket.
For the husband who remembers journaling at the cafe while scrolling Tumblr
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Field Notes Notebooks - National Parks
A specific item from a specific time, now with National Parks themed covers.
[Editor’s note: Upgrade to express shipping to ensure pre-Christmas arrival.]
… And the pen he used at the time
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Fisher Space Pen
It can write upside down, underwater, and in below-freezing temperatures! Never mind that he’ll never need it to do any of that. It’s the talking point that counts.
For the husband who doodles every day
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Get him this classy mechanical pencil — shoe designer John Fluevog’s favorite.
[Editor’s note: Upgrade to express shipping to ensure pre-Christmas arrival.]
For the husband who’s getting into Middle Eastern cooking
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A blend of wild-gathered Palestinian oregano and thyme mixed with roasted sesame seeds, ground sumac, a touch of Dead Sea salt. Goes well with pretty much everything.
[Editor’s note: Upgrade to express shipping to ensure pre-Christmas arrival.]
For the husband who finishes every Wordle
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He can consider the daily Wordle his warm-up for some of the New York Times’ most difficult crossword puzzles.
For the husband who can’t wait for grilling season
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Oaktown Spice Shop’s custom blends are a favorite among the food cognoscenti. The gift box includes recipe cards, too.
[Editor’s note: This gift arrives after Christmas.]
For the husband who loves chili crisp and trying new things
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This uniquely saucy take on chili crisp is light on the crisp and heavy on savory umami mushroom bits.
[Editor’s note: This gift arrives after Christmas.]
For the husband who’s ready to step up his bartending game
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This book provides three versions of each recipe: the classic, a fun riff, and a nonalcoholic version.
For the husband who mindfully scoops his morning coffee
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A nice-looking scoop that’ll add a little dazzle to his daily coffee ritual.
[Editor’s note: This gift arrives after Christmas.]
For the husband who likes a Reuben
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Paige Lipari, the owner of Archestratus Books + Foods in Brooklyn, told us she uses a cast-iron press in her shop to grill sandwiches day in and day out.
For the husband who’s getting into supplements
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Jay Duplass tried a ton of these and this is his favorite.
For the husband who’s ditching gas for electric
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Ignites via plasma arc, charges via USB-C port.
[Editor’s note: This gift arrives after Christmas.]
For the husband who likes it warm, not hot
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This neutral algae-derived oil is steeped with mild gochugaru chili flakes and a modified version of five-spice blend. The resulting drizzling oil is warming but not quite spicy.
For the husband still hunting for the perfect white tee
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Made from 100 percent ring-spun U.S. cotton with a tearaway label for improved comfort.
For the at-home bartender husband
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Lemon juice is a staple of many classic cocktails, including the Bee’s Knees, Lemon Drop, and the Clover Club (my personal favorite) .
$50 and under
For the husband who wants more than crosswords
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Over 200 pages of the best word games the Gray Lady has to offer, curated by the creator of the Mini Crossword.
For the husband who can’t fall asleep on planes
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Jay Duplass: “If you don’t give a shit about looking cool, and if you’re on a plane, and you really need sleep, this thing holds your head in place in a way that just beats the hell out of a neck pillow.”
For the husband who likes soft pants
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These cozy fleece sweatpants are better made than others in this price range and have an extra-wide and comfy drawstring waistband.
For the husband who’s always losing his wallet
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He’ll always be able to find it if he puts a Find My tracking card in there. It’s the same size as two credit cards stacked on top of each other.
[Editor’s note: This gift arrives after Christmas.]
For the husband who just needs somewhere to put his stuff
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It mounts magnetically to any fireproof apartment door.
For the husband who doesn’t want to wear hearing aids later on
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Sleep writer Amelia Jerden tried six different kinds of concert earplugs and prefers these for their superior comfort and clarity.
For the husband who watches movies on the go
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This power bank doubles as a stand, so he can binge his favorite show without worrying about draining his battery.
For the husband who must write everything down
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This leather-bound planner has long been a Strategist favorite thanks to its compact size, gridded pages, and elegant design.
For the husband who prefers to do things the long way
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Rick Steves says this popper transforms popcorn-making into a ritual.
[Editor’s note: This gift arrives after Christmas.]
For the husband whose favorite part of the meal is the bread basket
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This tin of olive oil comes recommended by James Beard Award–winning chef Jonathan Waxman, who uses it for roasting meats and making marinades and says it has “hints of grassiness, almonds, and butter.”
[Editor’s note: This gift arrives after Christmas.]
For the husband with cashmere taste on a wool budget
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These alpaca blend socks are super warm and feel even softer than cashmere.
$100 and under
For the husband who’d rather be safe than sorry
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Powerful enough to inflate SUV tires, small enough to fit in a glove box or center console.
For the husband who chills his reds
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This ice-free wine chiller is one of my favorite purchases from the past year. We use it every time we open a bottle.
For the husband who’s always forgetting his charger
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An ultraslim MagSafe power bank that sticks to the back of an iPhone, so he will never forget it at home — or at the bar.
For the husband who’s not as handy as he thinks
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This electric screwdriver has some clever features, like a light that is positioned to illuminate the task at hand, a display the indicates the size of the bit, and a built-in torque meter so he won’t accidentally over-tighten any screws or bolts when trying to fix things.
For the husband who’s trying to meditate more
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After trying every pillow and stool available to me multiple times over the course of a ten-day silent meditation retreat, this was the one I bought. Also available in a set with matching floor mat.
[Editor’s note: Etsy shipping dates vary by vendor and location, so be sure to confirm your specific details before ordering.]
For the husband who’s unsatisfied with his pour-overs
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This clog-resistant pour-over set makes it easy to create barista-quality coffee every time. It comes with an elegant, insulated carafe and a handful of filters to get him started.
For the jet-setter husband
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He’ll appreciate this little gadget that allows him to pair wireless AirPods with a plane’s entertainment system as well as other A/V setups he might encounter on his travels.
For the husband who lost his fidget spinner
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Ekster Cardholder
This wallet — which ejects cards with the press of a button — is just as fun to play with as a fidget toy. You can even get him an add-on to track the wallet via Apple’s Find My app.
For the husband who joined a pickelball league
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Whether he’s new to the sport or carries his team, this chic paddle will ensure he plays every game in style.
$200 and under
For the husband who’s ditching Teflon
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Misen Carbon Nonstick Frying Pan - 8"
Unlike most carbon-steel pans, this one requires no maintenance to keep it slick — it can even handle metal utensils.
[Editor’s note: Misen’s standard shipping deadline has passed, but you can still get express 2-day shipping if you order by noon EST on December 24.]
For the husband who keeps his car spotless
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This handheld vacuum has attachments to clean up every kind of mess, and it charges over USB-C, so all he has to do is unplug his phone to top this off.
For the husband who really loves fresh pepper
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This ridiculously over-engineered pepper mill lives up to its name by producing a prodigious amount of pepper with each turn.
For the husband who might go hiking later
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These new all-terrain clogs are grippier and more flexible than the classic Boston. Ready to go upstate at a moment’s notice.
[Editor’s note: The deadline for ordering gifts at REI has passed,but most REI locations are open for curbside pickup through December 24.]
For the husband who’s tired of seeing Roku ads
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Apple TV 4K - 64GB
As a Roku user since 2011, I had no idea what I was missing until I switched this year. This is what a TV interface for adults should look like.
For the husband who never checks a bag
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With “basic economy” fares, even a carry-on is too big to fly free on some airlines. This personal-item-size bag packs like a suitcase but wears like a backpack.
[Editor’s note: Order from Backcountry by noon MT on December 22 for 2-day shipping, and noon MT on December 23 for next-day shipping.]
For the husband who gets ingrown hairs
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Rotary shavers don’t cut as closely as other shaving methods, but that’s a good thing for faces prone to ingrown hairs. The razor basically tells you when you’re using too much pressure, and each blade is coated with microbeads, which are smoothing and reduce the chance of friction as the razor is maneuvered around the face.
For the husband who wants to snuggle while camping
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Kelty Low Loveseat
The perfect loveseat for getting cozy by the campfire.
For the husband who likes a spa treatment
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A hooded robe made from the same material as one of my favorite pairs of sweatpants.
[Editor’s note: For delivery from Reigning Champ by December 24, place your order by 11:59pm PST on December 22]
For the husband whose slippers are his shoes, too
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These wool slippers are as comfy as they are fashionable. I own two pairs.
For the husband whose camera roll is full of family pictures
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Aura Carver 10”
A digital frame to display his favorites.
Over $200
For the husband who’s saving his scalp
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In addition to being an excellent hairdryer, the Nural Supersonic has sensors that automatically cool its airflow as it gets closer to his head, protecting his scalp and hair from heat damage.
[Editor’s note: The Dyson won’t arrive in the mail before Christmas, but may be available for curbside pickup depending on your location.]
For the husband who’s obsessed with Kennedy lore
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A recently reissued archival design, originally popularized by John F. Kennedy.
[Editor’s note: Order from American Optical by noon CT on December 19 for arrival by December 24 — and shipping is free!]
For the husband whose all-plastic grinder isn’t cutting it anymore
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The mostly-metal electric grinder has an all-steel grind path as well as a metal cup for receiving ground coffee — though whole beans do touch a plastic hopper on their way into the machine. (Timemore also makes an entirely plastic-free, and much more affordable, manual grinder, though that one won’t arrive until after Christmas.)
For the husband who just wants to hang
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Finally, a hammock you can sit side-by-side in without sinking into the middle. (You’ll need a separate stand if you don’t have trees or porch columns to hang it from.)
[Editor’s note: Eno offers guaranteed 2-business-day and guaranteed 1-business-day shipping options, but we still suggest confirming delivery dates with the company, since there’s no mention of how the holidays may affect these timelines.]
For the husband who’s too urbane for a Yeti
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This Rimowa-esque, Norwegian-made cooler is half the size and weight of a Yeti of comparable internal capacity, yet it’s just as effective at keeping things cold for days on end.
For the husband who’s an aspiring pizzaiolo
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Gozney Arc XL
While other ovens can cook a couple pizzas at a professional level, the Gozney’s superior heat retention means it can churn them out all night long.
For the husband who’s cooking for big groups
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A bit of extra blade length goes a long way when prepping large amounts of ingredients for holidays and group gatherings. This slim, ten-inch carbon-steel chef’s knife is very maneuverable, yet heavy enough to plunge effortlessly through pumpkins and turkey-breast plates.
For the husband who lives to hike, rain or shine
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A raincoat to help him reach the top without getting soaked. It’s also good-looking enough for wearing out and about in town.
For the husband whose wine fridge is full
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This device is used by sommeliers all over the world to sample rare wines without removing the cork, so he can taste his prized bottles without spoiling the aging process.
For the husband who’s always complaining about his shoulders
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The Theragun Mini is one of our most frequently recommended massage tools, and this latest version adds built-in heat therapy.
For the husband who likes to listen in style
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Zoë Latta’s favorite noise-canceling headphones. The sound is tuned by KEF, one of the most highly regarded speaker makers.
For the husband who shares the load
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This carry-on-compatible travel bag holds more than a suitcase. Perfect for dads who carry the family’s extras on top of their own load.
[Editor’s note: Away’s “fast shipping” deadline is 11:59 p.m. EST on December 18, and “fastest” deadline is December 20.]
For the husband who just wants a new TV
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If he were shopping for his own TV, he’d probably get last year’s midrange LG OLED, because it’s the best value around. But if you’re buying your husband a TV as a gift, get him the best of the best.
For the sporty husband who takes all the family photos
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Oakley Meta Vanguard
Now he can take them hands free while doing cardio.
For the husband who cranks his music to 11
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Loud enough to start the party anywhere, indoors or outside (it’s water resistant). Importantly, it has built-in wheels and a suitcase handle for back-friendly transport.
For the literary husband who’s getting into graphic novels
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Kobo Libra Colour
The latest e-readers have full-color displays too. He can even take notes on it if you get him the accompanying stylus.
For the frequent-flier husband
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The guaranteed-for-life Briggs & Riley is among the best around. I’ve used one for over a decade.
[Editor’s note: Order by noon EST on December 19 for expedited delivery by Christmas.]
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