Nothing says "I love you" quite like one of these best Christmas gifts for your boyfriend
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Nothing says "I love you" quite like one of these best Christmas gifts for your boyfriend
Our editors and experts handpick every product we feature. We may earn a commission from your purchases.Learn more.
Whether he’s constantly cold, a notorious blanket hog or always looking for an excuse to cuddle up on the couch with his favorite book or TV show, this larger-than-life blanket from Big Blanket Co. is just what he needs this Christmas.
“After testing this popular blanket, it’s hard to cuddle with anything other than this dreamy product,” says former Product Reviews Home Editor Madi Koetting. “At 10 feet long, it’s ideal for multiple people to enjoy at once without complaining about the other ‘hogging’ all of it. It’s one of those life-changing yet unique gifts I can’t stop recommending.”
This is one of our favorite coffee subscription boxes. Atlas Coffee Club delivers freshly roasted coffee straight to his door every. single. month. He’ll enjoy tasting flavors from around the world, like milk chocolate-tasting beans from Costa Rica and bold roasts from Indonesia. Personalize the coffee to his brewing preference for a perfect cup of joe every morning. Still not sold? Read up on our Atlas Coffee Club review.
Yes, a stylish yet powerful blender exists, and the secret is the ultra-sleek Beast Blender. “I can’t stop recommending this blender to wellness-obsessed foodies,” says Madi. “Specifically, people who make protein shakes or smoothies on the daily. The 1,000-watt blender finely chops ingredients for the silkiest smoothies, shakes, dips and frozen cocktails. Plus, it comes with accessories to take blends on the go.” Choose from three colors to match your guy’s aesthetic, and read our Beast Blender review for the full scoop.
At-home movie nights have never been cooler, thanks to this projector. It works indoors or out and casts videos just like the movie theaters. Plus, it’s a smart alternative to bedroom TVs. “If there’s one product my partner is obsessed with, it’s this sleek projector,” says Editor Emily Way. “The video quality is impressive with a native 1920*1080 resolution and 4k support. Every night is movie night in our house because of this fun gadget.” Looking for more good Xmas presents for guys?
Baseball-loving boyfriends will love having a piece of their favorite team with these MLB glasses. Each glass features a map of their favorite MLB stadium with the team’s logo printed on the bottom. It comes with two cocktail glasses, perfect for sharing!
Senior Shopping Editor, Katie Bandurski, gifted these to her now-husband, and they were a home run. “He uses them all the time for old-fashioneds, plus it’s a great way to remember his hometown team in a new city.”
Everyone knows the best part about baking cookies isn’t the final product—it’s sneaking bites of raw dough before it goes in the oven. Gift a way to enjoy that uncooked deliciousness all year with a subscription to Doughp’s Secret Cookie Dough Club. Every month, they’ll get safe-to-eat cookie dough delivered right to their door, in drool-worthy flavors like cookie monsta, cinnamel apple and peanut butter pretzel crunch.
“Each 8-ounce cup is said to bake 15 cookies or supply 27 spoonfuls,” says Senior Shopping Editor Caroline Lubinsky of this fun snack subscription. “I thought they tasted excellent.”
This Christmas gift for your boyfriend is for couples who recently started dating. We’re Not Really Strangers is a purpose-driven card game for couples, friends and families. The game covers three levels: perception, connection and reflection. Prompts are designed to build connections with each other and help you better understand your partner.
Madi is a fan, saying, “I bought this game early in my relationship to build a connection with my long-distance boyfriend. We love it so much we make it a point to play every few months.”
If your boyfriend prides himself as his own personal chef, this cast iron skillet is his new best friend. A Smithey cast iron skillet is required for any home cook, and this one is made personal thanks to the option to engrave it with his name. We love that it’s designed to become a family heirloom. Talk about a clever gift for cooks!
If he fancies himself an amateur bartender, this cocktail smoker will be right up his alley. It comes with all the essentials to give a unique smoky richness to his next cocktail creation, including four different flavors of wood chips from oak to apple.
“The butane torch filled up and operated flawlessly,” says Emily. “It’s super satisfying charring up the wood chips and watching the smoke drop into the glass. From there, just pop the lid on top of the smoking block to seal in the flavor for a few minutes.”
The smoking gun is incredibly easy to use and, when used in coordination with one of these classic mixed drink recipes, could earn your boyfriend the title of master mixologist.
A temperature-controlled coffee mug? Check! We tried the Ember Mug and LOVE that you can adjust the temperature so it stays perfectly warm all morning. And the sleek design is enough to add to cart. He’ll love not having to warm up his cup of joe mid-morning.
Wine gifts are great for any guy interested in becoming his own sommelier. Whether he prefers wine to beer or wants an easy way to try new sips, look no further than a Winc wine subscription. Winc makes high-quality wine so you don’t have to spend hours in the store deciding what flavor profile he’ll like most. It impressed our editors with its variety and ease of customization. Plus, four bottles are delivered straight to his door every month. All he’ll need is a cheese board gift to go with it!
Morning routines don’t have to be dreadful. The Hatch Restore 2 is a personalized alarm clock and lamp that mimics the sunrise to aid healthy cortisol levels and thus create peaceful mornings. He can set a personalized sleep schedule and unwind with soothing sounds.
“This is the ultimate morning upgrade for anyone on your list who still uses their phone alarm clock,” Madi says. “Plus, it helps him wind down thanks to soothing sounds and customizable lights to prepare his mind and body for sleep.”
Happy hour has never tasted better, thanks to Shaker & Spoon. For boyfriends honing their mixology skills, a Shaker & Spoon subscription introduces them to new craft drinks. Each cocktail kit includes every ingredient needed to mix drinks like a bartender. All they have to do is supply the booze.
“As a budding mixologist, I was truly blown away by the attention to detail included inside this Ginspirations cocktail kit,” says Madi. “Gin typically isn’t my spirit of choice, so I chose this kit to better understand what ingredients pair well with the liquor and sharpen my gin-based cocktail chops.”
If his Jeep is his baby, he can let everyone know it with this Jeep laptop bag. “The multi-purpose laptop backpack is a convenient size for an everyday bag,” says Editor Mary Henn, who owns the bag. “It comes in elm green, bright orange, peacoat navy and black. The top pocket has the Jeep logo, and the bottom pocket has a star, a nod to the brand’s military heritage. The durable recycled polyester makes transitioning from class to an outdoor adventure a breeze.”
“The Yeti French Press is what you’d get if a traditional Yeti tumbler and a French press had a baby, and Yeti raised the child,” says writer Anthony O’Reilly. “It has double-walled vacuum insulation to keep your drink hot for hours, is incredibly durable, comes in all your favorite Yeti colors and allows you to make a large ‘pot’ of coffee right in the rambler.” Talk about a great gift for coffee lovers!
If he’s always jamming to his favorite tunes, try gifting him this smart light panel set. First, he mounts the panels to the wall in almost any configuration he can think of. Then, it cleverly connects to smartphones and lets him create his own light shows. He can either build his own color choices or have Nanoleaf app’s resident AI come up with the perfect mood lighting. The best part? It moves to the beat of music and movies, making it an excellent option for tech-savvy dudes.
“My husband is absolutely obsessed with these panels,” says Emily. “He has custom settings for almost every holiday, all his favorite sports teams and a few of his favorite flicks.”
A surprise shipment from the best meat delivery service makes any steak lover’s day a little better. ButcherBox offers monthly subscriptions with beef, chicken and pork. They are specially curated with different cuts of meat every month. Not looking for a commitment right away? ButcherBox also offers an assortment of one-time gift boxes to ship to loved ones—or yourself! Read our review of the service for the full scoop.
If he is obsessed with his grill, give his baby the spa treatment with the Grill Rescue brush. In fact, we love it so much that our Product Testing Team awarded it the best overall place in our determination of the best grill brushes. It uses steam to clean rather than wire bristles, so it’s much safer than traditional wire cleaners.
“The Grill Rescue brush is lightweight, easy to use and by far my favorite cleaning method. Having a scraper is also useful,” says tester Sheri Kaz.
The Solo Stove Bonfire is a stainless steel fire pit designed with holes along the top and bottom to promote better airflow, cleaner burning and little to no smoke. He’ll love lounging around this pit on chilly evenings while he sips his favorite brews. We tested this sleek, smokeless beauty, and it lives up to the hype.
“Watching fire in the Solo Stove was incredibly mesmerizing, thanks to the double-walled design,” says Katie. “The holes at the top give the appearance of a gas fire pit the flames are so perfect. It’s incredibly fun to watch!”
A box of chocolates is a classic gift for anyone, and this option from Andre’s Chocolate is as pretty as it is appetizing. “As a Kansas City native, Andre’s is a staple when it comes to chocolate and dessert,” says Mary of this yummy collection. “I’ve been enjoying it since I was a kid. As someone who loves pralines, marzipan and nougat, Andre’s is my go-to when it comes to chocolates.”
The Ooni Koda is a splurge-worthy gift for the pizza lover in your life. It has a connecting gas hose that hooks up to a small propane tank like your regular home barbecue and makes perfect pizzas in under two minutes. You can also use this versatile oven for cooking with cast iron for a variety of other meals.
“I’ve been using the Ooni Koda 16 for two years, and it’s still the pizza oven I go back to time and time again,” says writer Molly Allen in her review of the oven. “When I have friends over for a pizza party, it’s consistently their choice when I give the option of a few others to use.”
For the outdoorsman, a good cooler is the key to an enjoyable trip. In our tests of 12 coolers, the Yeti Tundra 45 Hard Cooler came out on top. Not only did the cooler outperform the others in terms of ice retention, but Yeti’s custom shop offers tons of sports teams and other popular emblems for engraving. Each cooler, including the custom options, comes protected by a five-year warranty against manufacturing defects.
“Abominable snowman? More like an indomitable snowman! (Ba-dum-tss!) The Yeti wowed us in just about every way. There’s a color option for everyone, its handles and latches were easy to use and the ice retention was incomparably impressive,” says Product Tester Annamarie Higley in our review of the cooler.
If he hates choosing between his Keurig and his drip machine, the Ninja single-serve coffee maker is right up his alley. This single-serve coffee machine works in two ways. First, it operates similarly to a Keurig by using K-Cups to create a quick and efficient cup of joe in seconds flat. Additionally, it operates on a ‘bring-your-own-grounds’ basis, using a few scoops of your favorite pre-ground coffee to create a single, custom cup.
“Our team is a big fan of Ninja’s ingenuity in general, and this coffee maker is another on the long list of Ninja products we love,” says Annamarie. “It has a frother, cord management and iced functionality—all for a fair price.”
When it’s time to cut up snacks for the Super Bowl, he’ll enjoy doing it while repping his favorite team. This NFL knife by Hedley & Bennett marries one of our favorite knives with his go-to team, allowing him to cheer them on while prepping dinner and game-time barbecue.
Whether he prefers it for fashion or function, this Troubadour waterproof backpack is sure to garner a lot of compliments. It easily fits tons of items and includes a cushioned pocket for his laptop. There’s also a dedicated luggage sleeve for the intrepid traveler.
“I gifted my husband this backpack for work a few years back, and he’s taken it through the ringer since he often travels for his job,” says Emily. “I was worried that the recycled bottle leather wouldn’t hold up, but it totally has. The thing barely looks worn in despite bouncing around on luggage belts and banging around on the back of a bike. Plus, my husband always gets tons of compliments on how sharp it looks!”
Dr. Squatch makes some seriously good-smelling shower gear, like soap, hair care, beard oil, cologne—basically all the essentials. Their natural products are formulated for men, and they’re known for fun collabs, including a Star Wars collection. The Star Wars soap 4-pack is a consistent bestseller and a must-have for the guy in your life who’s obsessed with the franchise. From suds of darkness and a legendary lather, this is the most fun—and best-smelling—soap he’ll own.
Show the big news guy that you pay attention to the big moments with this custom newspaper plaque. Celebrate any number of his favorite headlines, like his team getting into the playoffs or his favorite music artist announcing a long-awaited tour. You can even choose a fun headline from his birthday for a cool surprise!
He’ll never lose his keys again with this guitar amp key rack. Simply attach the included jack to his set of keys. Once he gets home and plugs them into this faux amp, they’ll stay put until it’s time to leave again. It looks just like a real guitar amp, making this a fun gift for the music lover!
If you spent your first four dates at the local Greek diner (or he just really loves Greek food), he’ll adore this clever ceramic cup. The design is reminiscent of a cup of coffee from a corner deli. Since it’s made from ceramic, it’ll last much longer than the paper version!
Thanks to the Soundbot speaker, he can sing along to his favorite tunes while enjoying a long, relaxing shower. This waterproof and easy-to-use Bluetooth speaker comes in an array of colors, including blue, pink, green, yellow, black and white. It attaches right to the shower wall for easy control and also reads signals from up to 30 feet away, so he can leave his phone safely out of the steam.
With this National Parks water bottle, he can stay hydrated and track his hiking progress. The bottle features all 63 U.S. parks laser-engraved, with matching custom-designed stickers. As he hikes through each park, he can add a sticker to keep track of his progress. It’s a fun way to stay in shape while exploring the States!
Switch up your sushi date night routine with a DIY alternative thanks to this fun sushi-making kit. Packed with all the essentials for mastering your favorite rolls, it’s a gift for your favorite guy—and yourself! Plus, who doesn’t love learning something new in the kitchen?
Meet the grown-up version of the classic shot ski. Made of fair trade natural Arjun wood and recycled glass, this shot ski is giving serious apres-ski at the lodge vibes. It’s emblazoned with a playful “Tips Up” and holds shots for four people to participate at once. Toss in a few bottles of their favorite liquor to go along with it and you’ll be the life of the holiday party.
Every man needs a wallet. And this monogrammed leather option may very well last a lifetime. Choose from supple black or chocolate pebbled leather then add on his initials. Six card slots and a bifold opening give him plenty of space to slot in his essentials.
Eggs, tacos, ramen, chicken—no matter what he’s eating, chances are he’s dousing it in hot sauce first. Rather than settle for yet another bottle of Tabasco or Sriracha, he can turn up the heat with this hot sauce sampler pack. It comes with seven different flavored hot sauces, including whiskey habanero, garlic herb and ghost pepper, that range in levels of spiciness.
All those packs of sparkling water he buys every week at the grocery store add up. Give him the tool to make his own at home: the popular SodaStream sparkling water maker. Not only does this bundle come with the appliance itself, but it also includes two CO2 canisters (essential for optimal carbonation), two durable carbonating bottles and flavor drops from Bubly, one of our favorite sparkling water brands.
Anyone who’s ever tried to shred meat using the good old double fork method knows just how tedious and frustrating it can be. Save your boyfriend the trouble by gifting him these meat shredder claws. One of the best gifts for grillers, these super sharp, handheld claws can rip up any type of meat—including chicken, pork and beef—with very little effort. They’re also heat-resistant and melt-proof up to 475 degrees so they can handle the grill.
Whether he frequently travels for work or enjoys a long weekend trip every so often, he needs a good travel bag to stash all of his essentials. This classy leather dopp kit has a water-resistant lining that’s ideal for toiletries and two roomy zippered compartments to help him keep everything organized. Bonus: You can get it monogrammed with his initials for an extra personal touch.
If he’s a firm believer that an apres-ski drink just “hits different,” he’ll appreciate these unique sloping ski glasses. Each of the slanted cups features a colorful skier making a run through fresh powder. Even when he’s not hitting the slopes, these glasses will be the hit of any holiday party or winter get-together. All he has to do is fill them with one of these cozy Christmas drinks, and it’ll feel like you’re right there in the ski lodge.
They say the way to a man’s heart is through his stomach, so these custom shortbread cookies from a Paris-trained pastry chef won’t disappoint. Whether it’s a romantic sentiment or a funny inside joke, you can put any message on these classic shortbreads, which have a decadent buttery vanilla flavor and crumbly texture. File this under “great gifts for sisters,” too!
This Blackstone griddle has been all over social media lately—and for good reason. Big enough for him to cook for you and 20 of his closest friends, it has two burners that provide even heat (and allow you to cook multiple things at a time) along with a grease management system that makes it easy to clean. He can use it for anything and everything, like some homemade Hibachi or enough hotcakes, fried eggs and hash browns to feed a hungry breakfast crew. Oh, and if you like this Christmas gift for boyfriends, you might be interested in the Blackstone pizza oven, too.
An apron is one of those things you never know you need until you’re splattered in bacon grease or find tomato sauce stains all over your white shirt post-pasta night. This personalized apron is made of heavy-duty cotton to protect your boyfriend’s outfit and features an adjustable neck strap for a comfortable fit and pockets for his cooking utensils. Available in seven colors, it also comes in petite and kids sizes, making it a great family Christmas gift idea, should he want the whole crew to match.
If you’re always turning up the radio in the car when “your song” comes on, this personalized song plaque could be a thoughtful Christmas gift for boyfriends who get a little misty-eyed. It’s made of durable clear acrylic that will fit any decor style and even comes in a lighted version for added ambiance. You can choose any song and artist, along with a message from yours truly and the photo of your choice.
The local brewery is his home away from home, he loves taste-testing new brews and he has an opinion on every beer out there. Basically, he’s a beer snob. With this uKeg carbonated growler, he can keep any of his favorite beers on tap for a nice frosty pour when 5 o’clock rolls around. Available in both 64- and 128-ounce sizes, it’s vacuum-insulated and made with stainless steel to keep his lager fresh and cold.
Give him a new way to show off his hometown pride with one of these custom state cheese boards. Each one is hand-cut from eco-friendly bamboo, so it’s a one-of-a-kind piece he can cherish for years to come. No matter what he chooses to serve on it—whether it’s meat and cheese, veggies or hummus—it’ll be a conversation starter at parties.
Swap his Pringles and Twizzlers for Napoli salami and olive oil and sea salt crackers with this Harry & David gourmet snack basket. It includes savory snacks—including cheeses, roasted nuts and chutney—along with sweet treats, like decadent truffles, raspberry tea cookies and chocolate cake. With something for everyone, it’s one of the best gift baskets you can send.
Nothing makes him ready for a refreshing drink on the rocks quite like a few rounds of golf. And nothing is quite as appropriate for said drink as these golf ball whiskey chillers. All he has to do is toss them in the freezer a few hours before he’s ready for that homemade old fashioned. They’ll be nice and cold and won’t water down his drink the way regular ice would.
If he’s always doing projects around the house—and always grumbling about trying to find the right tool for the job—he pretty much needs this magnetic tool wristband. This Christmas gift for boyfriends features 10 super strong magnets designed to hold onto all his bits and bobs, from drill bits to screws, to keep them securely within arm’s reach. Made of breathable mesh, it’s both adjustable and comfortable enough to wear for hours on end.
Who wouldn’t want a monthly pizza subscription? Every month, he’ll get to devour the yummiest pizza brands in the nation (think Brooklyn’s coal-oven pies and Chicago deep-dish ‘za). Choose from two subscriptions: three months or six months. A food of the month club always makes one of the best Christmas gifts for boyfriend foodies.
Cozy gear is the ideal Christmas gift for boyfriends, especially if he doesn’t like shopping for clothes on his own. This L.L. Bean sweater pullover is so timeless he’ll wear it from the moment fall leaves hit the ground to when spring’s in bloom. Choose from seven colors and multiple sizes.
Whether he’s prone to sore muscles or obsessed with the latest gadgets, this massage gun checks all the boxes for the best Christmas gifts for boyfriends. It comes with all the odds and ends for relieving muscle pain, including massage heads for the back, shoulders, calves—you name it.
Perfect for the grill and oven, these kabob grilling baskets are so convenient for prepping skewers and of course, kabobs. Whether he’s a griller at heart or an avid camper, he’ll love using this prep tool he didn’t know he needed.
Help them wrangle all their tech essentials with this sleek charging station. This Christmas gift for boyfriends comes in five neutral colors and has a spot for his phone, watch, wallet, keys and then some. It’s so versatile it also made our list of Christmas gifts for teens.
Joggers are an essential capsule wardrobe item everyone should have at this point. Gift them a high-quality pair, like these bamboo fleece joggers from Free Fly Apparel, that come in three classic colors. Pair it with a cozy top. You also can’t go wrong with matching family Christmas pajamas.
For the guy who works or plays at home, a pair of slippers can be a welcome comfort. These comfy and durable nubuck leather and shearling slippers are meant for all-season use and have a drop-in-heel design that is easy to slip on and off throughout the day. Plus, these Christmas gifts for boyfriends come in five colors to suit every man’s preference.
The best Christmas gifts for boyfriends are often personalized to their interests and needs. A thoughtful gift could reflect a special memory, like a picture frame with a meaningful photo or date. For a man who enjoys spending time at home, consider a cozy item like a blanket or comfortable loungewear. Practical gifts that align with his hobbies or passions, such as sports equipment or a new tool, can also be great choices.
Even if a man seems to have everything, there’s always something he might find useful. Think about what he enjoys and find something that enhances that experience when shopping Christmas gifts for your boyfriend. For instance, if he loves sports, a Stanley tumbler for hydration could be practical. For a gaming enthusiast, a new gaming keyboard or chair would elevate his setup.
The five-gift rule suggests buying gifts in five categories. Think: something the person wants, something they need, something to read, something to do and something to wear. This method helps you cover all bases and ensures your gift ideas are both thoughtful and practical. If you don’t know where to start when shopping Christmas gifts for your boyfriend, it’s a great jumping off point.