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67 Legitimately Cool Gifts To Get Your Boyfriend in 2024

Gifting made easy for sneakerheads, gamers, tech bros, sports guys, and outdoorsmen alike.

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It doesn't matter if it's been two months or 12 years, you can't read his mind. But us? That's all that we we do. We read men's minds. At least... the parts of their minds that are dedicated to consumption. We know what tech he wants, the clothes he thinks are cool, the experiences he'd like to have, even that NSFW stuff he wants. And with the Valentine's Day upon us, we're putting all that typically useless knowledge to very good use. We're telling you what you should be buying for this guy you're calling your boyfriend. So, for when you really want to show him how much he means to you, we've rounded up 64 legitimately good gifts for men. From craft beer subscriptions to luxury leather card holders, there's something for every type of man out there. The grill master? The car lover? The techy gadget guy? You might think we won't be able to find something for your boyfriend, but boy are you wrong.

We're not into making bold claims, but literally anything off this list would be a big hit with your man. Though, you know him a little bit better than we do, so use your discretion to grab something he'll really love. When you surprise him with a gift this cool and interesting, he'll know that from here on out, he needs to get on level. And the best part of getting him a sick surprise? You can be sure to expect some truly spectacular gifts in return.

Best Gift on Amazon

LXacrylic Custom Music Spotify Plaque

Custom Music Spotify Plaque
Best Gift on Amazon

LXacrylic Custom Music Spotify Plaque

$11 at Amazon

Whether it's his favorite song or one that reminds you of your relationship, this a piece of décor with a sentimental touch.

For the Guy That Needs Style Help

Lululemon ABC Classic-Fit Pant

ABC Classic-Fit Pant
For the Guy That Needs Style Help

Lululemon ABC Classic-Fit Pant

You should not be on the arm of a man that consistently wears sweatpants out of the house. But if he can't give up his comfy pants, Lululemon's ABC is a nice compromise.

For the Style Obsessive

The Nori Press

The Nori Press
For the Style Obsessive

The Nori Press

If he's already obsessive over his clothes he'll love this new-age Nori Press. It's like a cross between a steamer and an iron. Perfect for a man on the go.

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Best Sneaker to Gift Him

Adidas Handball Spezial Shoes

Handball Spezial Shoes
Best Sneaker to Gift Him

Adidas Handball Spezial Shoes

A suede Spezial is the thinking man's Adidas Samba. Just as classic, but it's a little more elevated.

Best Global Gift

By Anthony Bourdain and Laurie Woolever "World Travel: An Irreverent Guide"

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Best Global Gift

By Anthony Bourdain and Laurie Woolever "World Travel: An Irreverent Guide"

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If you've got a Bourdain acolyte on your hands, maybe one who was gutted by the recent documentary, then remind him of the good times with this posthumous travel guide to every place in the world Bourdain marveled over.

Best Massaging Gift

MoCuishle Shiatsu Massager

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Shiatsu Massager
Best Massaging Gift

MoCuishle Shiatsu Massager

This heated back, shoulder, and neck massager is bringing all of his achy complaints to a minimum. Maybe he'll even let you take a turn (he better).

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Best Gift for Everyday

Apple AirPods Max Wireless Over-Ear Headphones

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Best Gift for Everyday

Apple AirPods Max Wireless Over-Ear Headphones

So he can groove to his tunes during workouts, commutes to work, and everything in between. It's the gift he will use every day.

Best Retro Gamer Gift

Sony Playstation Classic Console

Playstation Classic Console
Best Retro Gamer Gift

Sony Playstation Classic Console

Throw it back to 1994—his best gaming year—with the PlayStation Classic console. It comes with classic titles like Grand Theft Auto and Resident Evil.

Best Gift for the Techy Guy

Hermès Apple Watch Band

Apple Watch Band
Best Gift for the Techy Guy

Hermès Apple Watch Band

You can't get him the $1,300 Hermès Apple Watch; that's husband territory. A nice Hermès leather watch band is an upgrade you can go for.

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Best Experience Gift

Stubhub NFL Tickets

NFL Tickets
Best Experience Gift

Stubhub NFL Tickets

Still stumped? Tickets to a football game (or anything for that matter) will bring you together for a unique experience.

Best Gift for Fall

Vuori Monterey Jacket

Monterey Jacket
Best Gift for Fall

Vuori Monterey Jacket

Transitional weather is hard to dress for. Make it easier for him with this insulated jacket that he can layer or wear on its own.

Best Decanter Gift

Jonathan Adler Rocket Bourbon Decanter

Rocket Bourbon Decanter
Best Decanter Gift

Jonathan Adler Rocket Bourbon Decanter

A bourbon rocket is the perfect place to house his spirits. It's also a piece of décor.

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Best Smoothie Gift

Beast Health Beast Blender + Hydration System

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Beast Blender + Hydration System
Best Smoothie Gift

Beast Health Beast Blender + Hydration System

Besides being damn stylish, this appliance means business, bringing industrial blending power into his kitchen without making a racket or hogging up counter space. It's an editor-favorite, too.

Best BBQ Gift

Fire & Flavor Hero Grill

Hero Grill
Best BBQ Gift

Fire & Flavor Hero Grill

This grill is small, but that's it's beauty. It's incredibly portable, and fueled by easily replaceable charcoal briquets. For backyard grilling, campsite grilling, or beach grilling.

Best Frying Gift

Ninja AF101 Air Fryer

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Best Frying Gift

Ninja AF101 Air Fryer

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Air frying every food within reach—potatoes, zucchini, chicken wings—is just plain fun. And a lot healthier than oil-fried takeout.

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Best Hot Sleeper Gift

Bear Cooling Pillow

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Best Hot Sleeper Gift

Bear Cooling Pillow

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Give the gift of sweat-free sleep. Bear's pillow is comfortable and self-cooling.

Easiest Style Gift

One of These Days Western Sherpa Shirt

Western Sherpa Shirt
Easiest Style Gift

One of These Days Western Sherpa Shirt

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A Western-inspired fleece jacket is an amazing style swerve.

Best Cold Brew Gift

GrowlerWerks uKeg Nitro Cold Brew Maker

uKeg Nitro Cold Brew Maker
Best Cold Brew Gift

GrowlerWerks uKeg Nitro Cold Brew Maker

This gadget turns any old coffee into at-home nitro cold brew by infusing it with micro-bubbles. For coffee snobs and hipsters alike.

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Best Personalized Gift

Claudia Moldovan Custom Song Wall Art

Custom Song Wall Art
Best Personalized Gift

Claudia Moldovan Custom Song Wall Art

This art expertly walks the line between sappy and cool, taking a snippet from his favorite song (or perhaps the tune you call "our song") and creating a wooden representation of its exact soundwave. It'll be totally unique to him, unless his favorite song is also "Runaway" by Kanye; there might have some overlap there.

Best Travel Gift

Wildsam Publishing Wildsam City Field Guides

Wildsam City Field Guides
Best Travel Gift

Wildsam Publishing Wildsam City Field Guides

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If he spends a good chunk of time researching the best BBQ joints, the best dive bars, and the best live music venues in any city he steps foot in, then Wildsam's pocket-sized guidebooks are a perfect fit. Each holds recommendations for stuff to do that's much cooler than your average TripAdvisor fare, accompanied by stories and recs from locals.

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