On Valentines Day, you can always buy your partner chocolate. For Mothers Day, a spa gift certificate is a safe bet. But gifts for dads?The standard go-to Fathers Day gift is a tie and its pretty lame. Then again, dads usually make gift giving even more challenging by insisting they want nothing this year. So, what can you do for the dad who doesnt want anything?
Thankfully, there are lots of genius products any dad would love that go way beyond Number 1 Dad mugs and novelty T-shirts. You can actually find Fathers Day presents that seem to do the impossible be something your dad would actually use.
Whether your dad is into unique grilling tools or having a robot clean his floors, get him something he actually wants so that when he opens up the Worlds Best Farter (I mean father) T-shirt you mistakenly thought would be funny, you’re not the only one laughing. Better yet, you won’t ever have to relive the day when you called his bluff and actually got him nothing. (I’ve done that, and the look of disappointment is gut-wrenching.)
This year, really do Fathers Day right and get your dad one of these genius gifts he didn’t even know he needed.
1. A Bottle Top That Gives You Instantly Cold Beer
Corkcicle Chillsner Beer Chiller, $20 (2 Pack), Amazon
For Fathers Day, give him the beautiful gift of an ice-cold beer. I dont mean pick up a six-pack and put a bow on it, but get your dad these instant beer coolers. Keep the Corkcicles in the freezer, and when a warm beer emergency strikes, just pop the Corkcicle into the bottle, and boom, instantly chilled brew. Its perfect for barbecues, parties, or anytime your dad forgot to put his beer in the fridge.
2. An Expandable Stand For His Electronics
PopSockets: Expanding Stand and Grip for Smartphones and Tablets, $10, Amazon
Your dad might not be aware of the glory of watching Netflix on his phone or tablet, but with this stand, hell be converted. The stand can also be used as a grip for easier texting and calling. It also folds completely flat, so you can keep it on your phone and still fit your cell in your pocket.
Plus, its way easier to hold onto your phone with this grip, so there’ll be way fewer instances of dropping the phone and cracking the screen. (And if you’re asking if you should buy a second for yourself, the answer is.)
3. A New Card Game For The Political And Hilarious Dad
Trumped Up Cards: A Multi-Player Card Game for Adults, $25, Amazon
If your dad loves Cards Against Humanity and also hates Donald Trump, this game will be perfect.
One Amazon user wrote: This board game prompted the first time Trump and fun appeared in a same sentence of mine. Playing it on a number of occasions, with different crowds, each time it delivered laughs, catharsis, and knowledge I grew up in New York and I didn’t know Trump did all of those things, said one of our guests. Besides holding up as an enjoyably competitive board game (players take turns being all-powerful CEO), is full of fascinating, funny, and yes, sometimes frightening facts about the 45th president.
4. An External Battery So HisCell Stays Charged
EC Technology Power Bank External Battery, $33, Amazon
No matter how technologically savvy your dad might be, hell sometimes get caught with a dead cell battery. This high-capacity external battery features three USB outlets to charge your electronics quickly. If that’s not enough, it also features a strong LED flashlight, so if he’s ever caught in a blackout, this battery will make him the most popular person in the room.
5. A Travel Mug That’s Insanely Popular
Contigo Autoseal West Loop Travel Mug, $17, Amazon
OK, a coffee mug doesn’t sound like a genius gift, but this is a pretty exceptional mug. This lid seals super tight, so youll never have a leak or spill. Plus, vacuum insulation keeps drinks hot for seven hours (perfect for when he inevitably forgets he poured himself a cup.)
On Amazon, this mug has almost 14,000 reviews, and one user wrote: This is the best coffee mug I have ever owned. bottom line: lives up to its promise. I actually forgot this mug in my office before a meeting and when I came back for it six hours later the coffee was still STEAMING.
6. Claws. Yep,.
Grillaholics Meat Claws (Set of 2), $13, Amazon
If your dad loves to grill, hell love it even more when he can tear it apart with these meat claws. You can use these to lift hot meal off the grill, shred it, or just pretend to be a grilling beast. The claws are BPA-free, so you don’t have to worry about melting or any kind of plastic contamination. Since they’re dishwasher safe, clean up is easy and wearing claws while you cook just makes everything more fun.
7. A Backpack Suitable For A Grown-Ass Man
Mancro Business Laptop Backpack, $29, Amazon
The days of briefcases are over and your dad needs something that’s comfortable and professional looking to carry his laptop. That’s where this backpack comes in. It can hold any laptop under 17 inches and has 15 pockets to keep all his things separate and organized. Fully waterproof, he can carry his laptop in the rain without worry. Plus, the bag is extra futuristic with its external USB port to keep his electronic charged.
8. A Travel Coffee Press
Espro Coffee Travel Press, $32, Amazon
If your dad doesn’t have a lot of time in the morning but needs his coffee, this travel press will make his day. Just throw in grounds and some boiling water and the travel press brews the coffee on the go. It has a double micro-filter so he won’t end up drinking bits of grounds and the double-walled stainless steel cup keeps the coffee warm all day.
Plus, its BPA, BPS, and phthalate-free, so you dont have to worry about a side of chemicals with your morning brew.
9. A Book For The Scientific Dad With A Silly Side
What If: Serious Scientific Answers to Absurd Hypothetical Questions, $14, Amazon
If your dad loves to drill you with crazy hypothetical questions, he will love this book.Finally, we all get to know the answer to the question, How fast can you hit a speed bump while driving and live? The book is full of very serious, scientifically accurate answer to insanely crazy questions.
Based on the questions from fans of the webcomic Randall Munroe compiled the most fascinating questions and gave incredibly thorough answers.
9. A Handheld Console For His Favorite RetroCartridges
Retro-Bit RDP Portable Handheld Console, $90, Amazon
Whether your dad used to love his Gameboy or always resented Santa for never getting him one, give dad a taste of childhood with this handheld retro gaming console. This console plays almost any old cartridge (Nintendo, Super Nintendo, and Genesis) and the player is light enough to take anywhere. You get about eight hours of playtime per charge, so itll get your dad (and lets be honest, )through any future road trips or train commutes.
10. A Super Strong Bottle Opener You Can Stick On Your Fridge
SUCK UK Bottle Opener Fridge Magnet, $13, Amazon
Bottle openers have a magical way of disappearing every time you need one. Don’t let your dad fish around the kitchen drawers for an hour, get him this bottle opener magnet. Stick in your fridge and you’re done. The super strong magnet will stay put and you’ll never lose your opener again.
The magnet is non-scratch, so it wont mess up the high-tech fridge your dad spent a fortune on, and can easily take it on and of if you ever need the bottle opener elsewhere. Plus, its made of stainless steel, so itll hold up to years of steady bottle opening.
11. A TabletMount That Brings The Internet To Your Kitchen
CTA Digital 2-in-1 Kitchen Mount Stand, $29, Amazon
Its surprising how often you need to use your tablet in the kitchen, but dont want to lay it on the counter to get immediately covered in hot spaghetti sauce. This kitchen stand solves the problem.It can hold any size tablet or even a Nintendo Switch, just in case your dad has a game going that he really cant put down. You can attach it to a wall or cabinet, or remove the mount completely and use it as a table stand.
With easy release buttons, you can get your tablet in and out of the stand quickly as dadlooks over recipes or gives Facebook a quick check to do some light spying on his kids.
12. A High-Tech TurntableFor Your Dads Record Collection
Jensen 3 Speed Stereo Turntable, $51, Amazon
If your dads record collection is gathering dust, get him this new turntable. The turntable features three speeds and speakers, so you have everything you need to play all your vinyl plus, it comes with an input jack, so you can hook up a smartphone or MP3 player to its speaker.
But the best part is that this turntable comes with a USB port and audio software so you can transfer your records to MP3s. This gift is the best of old and new school and will suit all of your dads musical needs for years to come.
13. A Project That Turns Any Room Into A Home Theater
DBPOWER 1500 Lumens LCD Mini Projector, $110, Amazon
For a movie-loving dad, this mini-projector will make his day. Its a compact size but 50 percent brighter than a standard LED projector and only a portion of the price. You can connect your phone, tablet, computer, USB drive, or HD setup box and see it projected on a screen or blank wall. Forget about a 75-inch TV, this can give you up to a 176-inch projection.
If your dad plays the Super Bowl this year at that size, hell be the most popular guy in the neighborhood. (And youll have more screen space to freak out over Beyonc.)
14. A Massager To Instantly Soothe HisAching Muscles
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1byone Shiatsu Deep-Kneading Massager, $47, Amazon
Dad might be a little shy about asking for a massage or a gift certificate to a spa, but hell definitely appreciates this deep-kneading massager. Use it at home, in the car, or at the office to reduce shoulder tension, neck aches, or back pain. The rotating nodes imitate a professional shiatsu massage, so those troublesome shoulder knots will be gone in no time.
Plus, it heats up for even better relaxation. The only downside of this gift is that you and everyone else in your family will immediately want one after they see how amazing it is.
15. A Family Board Game Your Dad Will Actually Love
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The Game of Things Board Game, $23, Amazon
The Game of Thingsis a great board game that’s easy to play and helps you get to know all the players better. Everyone playing gets a topic on a card, each player writes down an answer, and you have to guess who said what. This isnt about trivia or getting an answer right, but trying to come up with a fun answer and seeing how well you know the players at hand.
The game is more innocent than Cards Against Humanity since you get topics like Things you would do with a million dollars or Things you shouldnt do in an elevator. So, you can play it with the whole family without hearing anything too embarrassing, but its also really fun and you might find out how hilarious your dad really is.
16. The Acupressure Mat That Brings Immediate Relaxation
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ProSource Acupressure Mat and Pillow Set, $20, Amazon
Dads often like to pretend that they’re so strong that nothing gets to them. But everybody gets stressed sometimes, and dads are no different. This acupressure mat and pillow set is designed to trigger pressure points to relax the muscles and relieve tension and stress. The product claims that laying on the mat for 10minutes a day can help release endorphins that block pain and you’ll feel shoulder, back, and neck issues slowly melt away. Plus, the pressure points increase blood flow so muscles repair faster and you feel a little more energized.
17. A Tie Rack For All Your Previous Fathers Day Gifts
Primode Motorized Tie Rack with LED Lights, $33, Amazon
Your dad needs something to contain the multitude of ties from previous Fathers Days. This motorized tie rack holds up to 72 ties and eight belts. It rotates with ease at the touch of a button, so your dad can look through his prodigious collection to pick out only the best tie for his day. To make it even cooler, the rack had LED lights, so he wont have to worry about selecting a tie from the back of a dark closet.
Yes, tie racks are lame Fathers Day gifts, but light-up, electric tie racks? Awesome.
18. Collar Stays That Keeps Your Dad Looking Classy
CLEVERFIT the Adjustable Collar Stay, $30, Amazon
If your dads a man who rocks a suit and tie, keep him looking clean and classy with these collar stays. Though collar stays sound pretty old-timey and you probably dont know WTF they do, they actually make a huge difference. These stays are designed to fit all collared shirts with eight adjustable positions. In just a couple seconds, your dad can pop these on and never have to worry about having a floppy or sloppy collar ever again.
19. The All-In-One Face Wash
Rugged and DapperDaily Power Scrub All-in-One Facial Cleanser for Men, $25, Amazon
A good face wash isnt just for women. Most dads might not be up for adopting a thorough skin regime, but they can definitely use this all-in-one cleanser. This does everything its a face wash, toner, and exfoliating scrub all in one bottle. It has natural ingredients like aloe vera, vitamin C, willow bark, and burdock root to cleanse and tone the skin.
No matter your dads skin type, this face wash works and works well.
20. A Beer Dispenser That Gives You Draft Quality Brews At Home
Fizzics Waytap Beer Dispenser, $130, Amazon
If your dad is a true beer lover, hell be overjoyed with this beer dispenser. It was featured on, and it turns any old can or bottle of beer into a draft-quality brew. You can use any style of beer from stouts to IPAs and there no gas or chemicals used in the product. Just pop in four AA batteries and your canned beer is transformed into a full flavored draft.
Since its light, portable, and doesn’t use any wires or tubes, your dad can take it to any backyard parties, tailgating events, or camping trip.
21. An Alarm Clock With A Million Uses
Hale Dreamer Alarm Clock Speaker Dock, $20, Amazon
If your dads not a fan of getting up in the morning (guess we know where you get it from!), this alarm clock will make his life a lot easier. Its easy to set, and you can completely customize the sound, volume, and frequency of your morning alarm. Plus, it works as a smartphone dock and speaker, so you can play music at night or in the morning without leaving your bed. (And if it just so happens to find its way to your room instead of your parents, we wont tell.)
Dont worry that a phone call will come in a ruin your sleep, this alarm uses Smart Silence which automatically blocks all but emergency calls. Plus, you can use it as a white noise machine to help you drift off.
22. A Shampoo With A Morning Caffeine Boost
ManCave Caffeine Shampoo, $12, Amazon
This caffeine shampoo isn’t made to give dad extra energy in his morning shower, but to help with hair growth. The shampoo contains Vitamin E and shea butter to moisturize the scalp and hair, while the caffeine stimulates the roots of the hair to encourage growth.
If your dad isnt into fancy bath products,he’lll still love this. You use it every day, just like a normal shampoo, and there are no added scents, just natural cleaning power.
23. A Fascinating Book For The Adventurous Dad
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Atlas Obscura: An Explorers Guide to the Worlds Hidden Wonders, $21, Amazon
is an amazing website with tons of interestingfacts about bizarre places and stories from around the world. Thankfully, the site put their very best stories into thisbook. If your dad loves travel, adventure, or even weird history, hell absolutely love this book.
24. A Backup Cell Battery With A Delightful Design
Lankoo Power BankUSB Charger, $18, Amazon
First of all, how many backup batteries come in fake sardine cans? Just this one. Inside the cool 3-D printedcase is a powerful USB charger that works with almost any smartphone or tablet.You get about two iPhone charges out of this battery, so you dont have to worry about constantly plugging it into a charger.
A backup battery is something everyone needs but most people forget to buy, so this is a great go-to for difficult-to-please dads.
25. A Cast Iron Pan For Perfect Pizza
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Lodge Seasoned Cast Iron Pizza Pan, $41, Amazon
If your dad loves making pizza as much as he doeseating it, this cast iron pan will make a perfect gift. Cast iron is the best material forheating evenly and staying hot, which makes it a great choice when making pizza. The reason cast iron pans arent used more often is that they can be a pain to season, which is the process used to prepare the cast iron for cooking.
But this pan is pre-seasoned and ready to pop in the oven. Cast iron is incredibly sturdy and never bends out of shape or loses even-heating capacity, so itll last a lifetime. Plus, if you get this for your dad, you can guilt him into making you pizza every time you come home. A win-win if Ive ever seen one.
26. A Pen That Does Everything
EdgeWorks Screwdriver Multitool, $11, Amazon
Your dad will feel like James Bond will this badass multitool. It looks like a simple pen, but it also works as a tablet stylus, ruler for metric and imperial measurement, a bubble level, and comes with a Phillipsand flathead screwdriver.
Since its bright yellow, theres no chance your dad will lose it (but hey, you never know) and hell probably want to show it off any time theres a screwdriver or bubble level emergency.
27. A Shaving Kit With VintageCharm
Gentleman Jon Complete Wet Shave Kit, $55, Amazon
If your dad is more of a Ron Swanson type, hell appreciate this old-school shaving kit. This kit is made with all super high-quality, long-lasting material and gives your dad the experience of a class wet shave. You get an impeccable safety razor, badger hair brush, alum block, stainless steel shave bowl, shave soap, and five extra blades.
If, like me, youre about to google alum block, let me save you so time: its a stone that helps stop bleeding from small cuts and also works to fight razor burn. This stuff is all top of the line and super classy.
28. A Kit For Customizable Hot Sauce
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DIY Gift Kits Hot Sauce Kits, $40, Amazon
If your dad is hooked on hot sauce, give him the chance to make his own with this kit.You have everything you need to make up to seven bottles of custom hot sauce. With bags of spices, peppers, glass bottles, labels, and easy-to-read recipe cards, your dad will be making sauce like a pro in no time. It even includes a pack of the super hot Ghost Pepper, so your dad can finally get the spicy mix of his dreams.
29. A Super Slim Wallet With A Minimalist Look
SimpacX Genuine Leather Slim Wallet, $20, Amazon
Is your dad hanging onto a George Constanza-style wallet? Get him this slim billfold to help keep him organized. Made of real leather, this wallet features a minimalist design. You can hold up to 10cards plus cash and the wallet still lays flat and slim. Plus, its equipped with RFID technology to protect your valuable information. Sleek, simple, this wallet is a definite dad pleaser.
30. A Gaming Console Thatll Take Your Dad Back To Childhood
Pac-Man Connect and Play 12 Classic Games, $15, Amazon
No matter how advanced video games get, theres something about the classics that are just delightful. If your dads into video games, hell seriously love this throwback collection of games. First of all, the whole thing is shaped like Pac-Man, so its already awesome. Then, you just plug it into your TV and play Pac-Man or 10other games like Galaga, Dig Dug, New Rally X, or the extreme Super Pac-Man.
The controller also opens up to store its A/V wires, so itll stay clean and neat on dads gaming shelf.
31. A Book Light He Can Use Anywhere
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LuminoLite Rechargeable LED Book Light, $15, Amazon
If your dad cant put a book down at bedtime,get him this book lightand save your mom from another sleepless night. The four LED lights are incredibly strong for their size and the lamp can clip anywhere. Dont worry about finding weird little batteries, this light is fully USB rechargeable. Plus, its super light, so dad can take it on trips and keep up his midnight reading wherever he goes.
32. A Foldable Exercise Bike That Dad Can Take Anywhere
Stamina InStride Folding Cycle, $25, Amazon
Its tough to stay active when you work at a desk, so if your dad is looking to add a little exercise to his work day, get him this foldable bike. This cycle fits under the desk and folds away for easy carrying or storage. Whether you want a light ride or some heavy tension, the bike offers different resistance levels.
With its sturdy rubber base, your dad wont have to worry about the cycle slipping around as hes riding. Plus, theres an electric monitor so dad can accurately brag about his long work time workouts.
33. A Magnetic Wristband For Dads Workshop
Mag-Band Magnetic Wristband, $10, Amazon
If I bought my dad a bracelet, he wouldnt be thrilled. But, if I bought him a magnetic wristband that makes working with tools even easier, hed be cool with it. This wristband features powerful magnets that can hold screws, nails, nut, bolts, basically all the small things that typically fall on the floor when your dads trying to work. Now, he can keep all the bits at hand and not have to worry about searching the floor for the one tiny washer he desperately needs.
34. A Portable Green So Dad Can Putt Anywhere
Putt-A-Bout Grassroots Putting Green, $33, Amazon
This isnt a scientific fact, but from my experience, pretty much every dad loves golf. My dad always hated the sport growing up, but now he picks vacation spots based on who has the best course. So, give your dad a chance to practice more often with this portable putting green.
With three practice cups and built in sand traps to keep your putts from going all over the place, your dad will get a chance to seriously up his skills. Plus, its made from lightweight foam, so its easy to carry and only takes seconds to install.
35. A Robot To Clean YourFloors
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ILIFE V3s Robotic Vacuum Cleaner with Smart Auto Cleaning, $159, Amazon
Ive never met a dad wholoves cleaning the floors, butIve met a lot of dads who love robots. Finally, its all come together with this robot vacuum cleaner. It vacuums, sweeps, dry mops, and removes pet hair all while youre sitting on the couch. When the battery runs out, the robot automatically goes back to its charging station and uses smart sensors so it doesnt fall down the stairs or bump into everything.
Best of all, your dad will feel like hes living in the future with this robot helper automatically cleaning his floors.
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