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55 Best Gifts for Dads, Even When He Says He Wants Nothing

From the useful to the unique, here's what to get the father figures in your life this year.

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The dad in your life may play coy when it comes to what he wants for his birthday or as a Father's Day gift. He may even say something like, “I only want my kids to love me and for us to spend quality time together.” While this isn't a fib, it's also not the whole truth. We love to get funny, thoughtful, and thoroughly cool gifts picked out by the people we love and those who love us back!

Thankfully, selecting funny, awesome and thoughtful gifts for Dad has never been easier. Long gone are the days of having only two choices: an ugly tie or yet another coffee mug. Yes, sometimes we have to wear a tie, and cup of hot coffee helps some of us get going in the morning, but dads are so much more interesting these days. It is 2024, after all, so there’s a great chance your Dad loves fishing, golf and grilling — the three greatest hits of the Dad box set — but also could be passionate about clothes and sneakers, skincare, candles, reading, mixology, movies, toys or travel. There’s no limit to what a modern dad can enjoy, and to the gifts he’ll love.

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With all this updated Dad gift-giving wisdom in mind, we’ve scoured the web and relied on our own experience with giving and receiving remarkable products to put together a comprehensive guide of the best gifts for dads to buy in 2024. You’ll find gifts for Dad that’ll help make his favorite movies look phenomenal, grilling tools to up his BBQ game, hi-tech tools to keep all his devices fully charged, massagers that will soothe his sore muscles, stylish threads to update Dad's wardrobe, and even a bidet seat to make the hours he spends on the toilet … um, cleaner

Our top picks for the best gifts for Dads in 2024:

As you can see, Dad likes gifts that help him stay comfortable, holds his interest and, most importantly, are useful.

Looking for even more great gift ideas Check out these Good Housekeeping guides:

The Best Gift Ideas for Men | Meaningful Gifts for Dad | The Best Gifts for Grandfathers

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Affordable Tech Gift

12" Screen Magnifier for Smartphone

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Affordable Tech Gift

12" Screen Magnifier for Smartphone

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At this point, your dad probably has every gadget and gizmo he could ever want or need. But if he's always complaining about his aching neck and tired eyes, this is the gift for him. When he rests his phone against the foldable stand, it'll project videos, photos and texts onto a 12" screen.

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The Perfect T

L.L. Bean Men's Carefree Unshrinkable Tee

L.L. Bean Men's Carefree Unshrinkable Tee
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The Perfect T

L.L. Bean Men's Carefree Unshrinkable Tee

Our style experts named this the best tall t-shirt for men, so if he's on the taller side, or has a longer torso, this will be a dream for him. The brand also claims that it doesn't wrinkle or shrink.

3
Personalized Gift for Dad

New York Times Custom Birthday Book

New York Times Custom Birthday Book
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Personalized Gift for Dad

New York Times Custom Birthday Book

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There’s zero chance Dad remembers what was happening in the world on the magical day he was born, or probably on many of his subsequent birthdays either, but with a customized The New York Times Birthday Book he’ll have the front pages of every single one of his birthdays to pour over in this gorgeous coffee table book. You can even add-on a magnifying glass so he can read the tiny print.

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For the Dad Who Has It All

BBQ Net Tubes

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BBQ Net Tubes
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For the Dad Who Has It All

BBQ Net Tubes

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Oh boy is Dad going to love grilling asparagus, bell peppers, onions and more in these brilliant grilling baskets that act like a DIY rotisserie. Best of all: They're dishwasher safe!

5
Great for Relaxation

Vibration Massage Seat Cushion

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Vibration Massage Seat Cushion
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Great for Relaxation

Vibration Massage Seat Cushion

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One of the harsh realities of fatherhood specifically, and aging in general, are the many aches and pains in muscles and joints Dad previously didn’t even know he possessed. This massage seat cushion may just be your sore Dad’s favorite gift this year. In addition to vibration, it offers soothing heat, which is something Dad will truly appreciate.

6
Help Him Follow His Interests

LED Sports & Stock Ticker

LED Sports & Stock Ticker
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Help Him Follow His Interests

LED Sports & Stock Ticker

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The coolest gadget for dad's bedroom, basement, or garage shows real-time sports scores, betting odds, stock prices, weather forecasts, trivia, and more on a well-lit LED screen. It uses WiFi and can be personalized through an app.

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GH Readers Are Loving

Wireless Smart Meat Thermometer

Editor’s Choice
Wireless Smart Meat Thermometer
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GH Readers Are Loving

Wireless Smart Meat Thermometer

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Our friends at Esquire recommended this gadget as a top gift for dad because it can sense both internal and external temperatures, and help him cook to perfection.

8
A Twist on Just Giving a Bottle

Unlock the Whiskey Escape Room

Unlock the Whiskey Escape Room
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A Twist on Just Giving a Bottle

Unlock the Whiskey Escape Room

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Giving Dad a bottle of Scotch or Whiskey, while no doubt appreciated, is a wee bit boring. So lock it in this pretty metal box and make him solve an escape room-style puzzle to get the code and gain access to his gift!

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Top Gift for Men

Minipresso Portable Espresso Machine

Minipresso Portable Espresso Machine
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Top Gift for Men

Minipresso Portable Espresso Machine

He can take it camping, on the road or at his office, and have a perfect espresso anytime, anywhere. It's perfect for anyone who can't be too far from their java fix.

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10
Cool Gift Without the Hefty Price

Monocular Telescope

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Cool Gift Without the Hefty Price

Monocular Telescope

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If Dad's retired or just needs a new hobby, he can attach this cool compact telescope to his phone and scope out the neighborhood birds.

11
Personalized Just For Him

The Book of Dad

The Book of Dad
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Personalized Just For Him

The Book of Dad

Wonderbly is great because you don't have to do too much work to get a truly customized gift. For instance, you just have to fill in a few prompts about Dad, including his name (or nickname), birthday and a photo or two if you want.

12
Something He Def. Doesn't Have Already

Minimalist Front Pocket AirTag Wallet

Minimalist Front Pocket AirTag Wallet
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Something He Def. Doesn't Have Already

Minimalist Front Pocket AirTag Wallet

First, get Dad an AirTag if he doesn't have one already (they are just $24), then, gift him this top-rated wallet that will hold said AirTag in place, so he'll never have to worry about losing it again.

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13
ESQUIRE PICK

THE NORTH FACE Men's Thermoball Traction Mule

THE NORTH FACE Men's Thermoball Traction Mule
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ESQUIRE PICK

THE NORTH FACE Men's Thermoball Traction Mule

Like a puffer jacket for his feet. At least that's what our friends over at Esquire had to say about these cozy mules. They even gave these shoes their Endorsement because not only are they unique and warm, but they "can go anywhere," from the street to the camp site.

14
A Robe He'll Actually Wear

Men's Lightweight Waffle Robe

Men's Lightweight Waffle Robe
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A Robe He'll Actually Wear

Men's Lightweight Waffle Robe

Available in Big & Tall, as well as a slew of other colors, this robe has over 13,000 5-star reviews on Amazon. Here's what one happy customer had to say, "Let's be honest, most men's robes feel like grandpa's cast-offs – scratchy, shapeless, and about as exciting as a beige sofa. But this Amazon Essentials robe? It's a game-changer."

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More Than 16,000 5-star reviews on Amazon

Cooling Bucket Hat

Amazon’s Choice
Cooling Bucket Hat
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More Than 16,000 5-star reviews on Amazon

Cooling Bucket Hat

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When the warm weather arrives, you can't beat this top-rated hat that will keep him cool and protected from the sun. The UPF 50 is great for avoiding sunburn.

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16
New Tool

Mini 6-Inch Electric Cordless Chainsaw

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New Tool

Mini 6-Inch Electric Cordless Chainsaw

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It's a little pricey, but he's going to flip when he sees it. It allows him to do even more fixing and building thanks to its compact size and light weight. It even comes with gloves and goggles.

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More Than 14,000 5-Star Reviews on Amazon

Kona Grill Mats

Amazon’s Choice
Kona Grill Mats
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More Than 14,000 5-Star Reviews on Amazon

Kona Grill Mats

To complete Dad's gift, grab him a set of these heavy-duty non-stick mats that can withstand 600-degrees of heat. Amazon reviewers say they are easy to clean, especially since food doesn't stick to them.

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More Than 8,000 5-Star Reviews on Amazon

TUSHY Bidet Toilet Seat Attachment

Amazon’s Choice
TUSHY Bidet Toilet Seat Attachment
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More Than 8,000 5-Star Reviews on Amazon

TUSHY Bidet Toilet Seat Attachment

Now 13% Off

Dad can turn his ordinary toilet into a fancy bidet without any fancy hookup. The DIY installation is a breeze, and the end results are wow-worthy, according to Amazon users. "Let this cheerful little, money saving, hygiene enhancing gadget change your life for the better," one said.

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Connect With Dad

'100 Questions for Dad' Guided Journal

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Connect With Dad

'100 Questions for Dad' Guided Journal

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Credit: Rockridge Press

I wrote this guided journal in the wake of my dad passing away. I lost him and his life story that sad August day, and wanted to help other dads reflect and put their journey down on paper. With my help, these 100 thought-provoking questions will get at the heart of who he is, what he's done, loves, regrets and fears, and the hopes he has for the future.

20
For Tinkerers

Fix-It Kit

Fix-It Kit
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For Tinkerers

Fix-It Kit

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Dads are famous for wanting to leap into action and fix anything and everything. It took me a while to realize that sometimes, what's needed isn't a fix at all, but a sympathetic ear or soft shoulder to lean on. With that wisdom, and this clever fix-it kit, Dad will have the tools for every situation, including a hammer, flashlight, pliers, tape measure, screwdriver and more.

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