41 best gifts for men in 2023 – because, let's face it, we need all the help we can get
Tracking down the best gifts for men – whether that's your boyfriend, father-in-law, male best friend, granddad or husband – has long seemed impossible. Maybe you haven’t known him for long and you’re not sure of his taste; maybe you’ve been dating him for a decade and you’ve run out of creative ideas… regardless of the occasion or issue at hand, we all know men are the most difficult people to buy for.
On that note, now it's nearly February, Valentine's Day is well and truly en-route. When you think about how long it took you last year to pick a present for your significant other (as well as your Galentine's), now seems as good-a time as any to start browsing those gift guides. Whether you simply want the perfect gift for him to say 'thank you' for existing, or you're after a specific Valentine's Day gift for him, a birthday gift, anniversary gift, or new job gift, scouring the men's section in the hope that something other than a gift card might just jump out at us is still a strenuous task.
In order to help, we've scoped out all the expert-recommended products and stylish editor-approved must-haves to find dozens of cool gifts for men. The result? A definitive guide to the best gifts for men who have everything – from personalised gifts, hampers and gifts for foodies, to experience gifts, gift sets for men and eau de toilette aftershaves for men. For every budget, of course.
So whatever you might be looking for — be it gifts for sporty husbands, bookworm boyfriends, whiskey-drinking Dads, or brothers who want to up their self-care game — we’ve got you covered.
Best gifts for men at a glance
- Best Valentines Day gift for men: Sexy Time Game, £13, Ann Summers
- Most unique gift for men: Forge Your Own Knife Experience For One, WAS £185 NOW £148, Not On The High Street
- Best for adrenaline junkies: Red Letter Days Especially for Him Gift Experience, £49.99, John Lewis
- Best for sleepy men: Unisex Hydrocotton Hooded Robe, £85, The White Company
- Best for stylish men: Paul Smith Button Silver and Gold-Tone Striped Enamel Cufflinks, £115, Mr Porter
Want more gifting content? We've got the best Mother's Day gifts and Father's Day gifts (because you can never be too prepared), gifts for girlfriends, sex gifts and wellness gifts.
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1. Best Gifts For Men: Valentines Day Gifts For Him
Regular Jersey Fitted Bamboo Boxers, WERE £18 NOW £14.40, Bamboo Clothing
Though the gift of boxers is a bit of a novelty, he's sure to appreciate that this pair is made from sustainable bamboo. They might not say ‘Calvin Klein’ on them, but they’re just as good as the cult favourites. We promise.
2. Experience Days For Him: Birthday Gifts For Men
Red Letter Days Especially for Him Gift Experience, £49.99, John Lewis
Experience days make a great gift for men, whether it's his birthday or for Christmas or just because. This voucher-style one is especially tailored for him and is applicable to over 1700 different bucket list adventures.
Save when you shop for the best gifts for men with these John Lewis discount codes.
3. Gadgets Gifts For Men For Less Than £50
Native Union Drop Wireless Charger, £45, Mr Porter
Keep his bedside table or desk neat and tidy with this wireless charger which he can simply place his phone on top of and boost its battery. So clever!
4. Gifts For Men Who Love Trainers: Trending Gifts
Wool Pipers Trainers, £105, Allbirds
Designed for everyday wear, Allbirds' Wool Pipers are crafted from ZQ certified Merino wool, SweetFoam made with sugarcane-based green EVA, recycled plastic bottles and feature castor bean oil-based foam insoles. Sustainable.
5. Gifts For Men: Best Jumper Gifts For Men
Boucle Wool Crew Neck Jumper, £129, Percival
Is there anything better than some cosy new knitwear? Aside from a new beanie and/or scarf, this jumper from Percival will see him through the winter, and its made with Merino wool.
6. Gifts For Men You've Not Been With Long
Cast Iron Fondue Set, £52, John Lewis
What better a way to say ‘you're quite nice actually’ than over a pot of hot cheese with some French bread to dip? Not much. Who wants to share this sort of thing unless it's with someone you really like?
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7. Gifts For Outdoorsy Men: Unique Gift
Forge Your Own Knife Experience For One, WAS £185 NOW £148, Not On The High Street
If he's a fan of Forged In Fire (y'know, that show where they make their own swords etc), then he'll jump at the chance of this experience. Even if he doesn't, what man wouldn't want to make his own outdoorsy tools?
Save when you shop for the best gifts for men with these Not On The High Street discount codes.
8. Cheap Gifts For Men
Toblerone I Love You Milk Chocolate and Nougat Bar, £5, Selfridges
Say those three tricky words without actually saying them courtesy of this I Love You Toblerone. It'll keep him happy for a few hours, especially when paired with a cheesy Valentine's Day card.
9. Food & Drink Gifts For Men: Gifts For Foodies
Ottolenghi Flavour Cookbook, £27, Anthropologie
If he's a foodie, he's going to absolutely love this new Ottolenghi cook book. Inside he'll find an array of innovative (and low-effort) veggie dishes made for mid-week meals or dinner parties to impress.
Save when you shop for the best gifts for men with these Anthropologie discount codes.
10. Perfect Present For Grooming: Bathrobe
Unisex Hydrocotton Hooded Robe, £85, The White Company
This robe from The White Company makes for a cosy gift for the man in your life. And no, we've not just selected it with the view of stealing it before he gets home…
11. Romantic Gifts For Men For Valentines: Date Night Gifts
Sexy Time Game, £13, Ann Summers
Complete with prompts like ‘kiss their inner thigh’ and ‘reveal a video that turns you on’, this playful game from Ann Summers is our pick for couples that have been together for yonks and are just in need of a little extra zest to get them into a new wellness groove.
12. Valentine Gift for Men Online Shopping
Cast Iron Always Pan, £135, Our Place
For the men in your life who are food & drink fanatics, a cast iron pan will be the upgrade they were waiting for, and this one from Our Place is the bee's knees.
13. Special Occasion Gifts For Men
Paul Smith Button Silver and Gold-Tone Striped Enamel Cufflinks, £115, Mr Porter
Every man needs a pair of cufflinks in his collection, and this pair looks way more expensive than they actually are. They make for stylish family keepsakes to pass down, too.
14. Unique Gift Ideas: Unusual Gifts For Men
The Charging Tray, £195, Carl Friedrik
Help him maintain a neat and tidy sleeping space with this bedside table organiser and charging tray. So easy.
15. Guy-Approved Gifts For Men
Iron & Glory Dead Mans Hand Poker Set, £59, MenKind
Packed up in a suave bevelled wooden box, this poker set is the sort of gift that he'll want to crack out in front of the boys and, on that note, it's something that shows him your interest in his passions outside of your one on one time. A win, win, and one that won't look out of place on a well-styled coffee table.
16. Skincare Gifts For Men: Mens Gift Sets
Kiehl's Ultimate Shave Collection Gift Set, £51, SpaceNK
Looking for a gift he absolutely needs? This luxury Kiehl's shaving collection comes with a shaving cream, cleanser, moisturiser and irritation prevention balm. He'll thank you for it.
17. Romantic Valentine Gifts For Men He'll Never Forget
If you've not heard of it, Le Manoir is the UK's equivalent of France's Institut Paul Bocuse and offers its tutees the chance to master the French cooking basics - from bread making to the five mother sauces.
18. Gifts For Men Who Are Into Styling
Assouline Brioni Tailoring Legends Hardcover Book, £150, Mr Porter
Any man who has an appreciation for fashion and tailoring will adore this book. It makes for a stylish coffee table accent, too.
19. Presents For Men: Wedding Gifts For Men
Hibiki Japanese Harmony (70cl), £69.96, Master of Malt
If you're looking for present ideas for men, you can't go wrong with Hibiki whisky. It's the ultimate drink whether you sip it neat over ice or mixed into a cocktail.
Master of Malt say: “Five different cask types make this well-rounded Japanese blended whisky, including American white oak, sherry, and prized Japanese Mizunara oak. The 24-faceted bottle design also marks the subtleties found in the 24 seasons of the traditional Japanese calendar, and is as elegant as the fragrant, gently sweet whisky it houses.”
20. Gifts For Men For Valentines: Aftershave
TOM FORD Noir Eau De Parfum 50ml, £100, LookFantastic
TOM FORD is an iconic fragrance brand for a good reason. If the man you're buying for is a fan of warm after shaves, lead by notes of amber, then he'll love this.
Save when you shop for the best gifts for men with these LookFantastic discount codes.
21. Designer Gifts For Men
Vivienne Westwood White Logo Cotton T-Shirt, £125, Harvey Nichols
He is bound to appreciate anything you choose for him, but especially something from the late great Vivienne Westwood. This T-shirt is simple enough for him to wear everyday, but special enough to indicate that he's ‘in the know’.
Save when you shop for the best gifts for men with these Harvey Nichols discount codes.
22. Gifts For Men Who Like To Cook
Lazy Man 3-in-1 Pan, WAS £30 NOW £25, MenKind
Does he always moan about how much washing up their is to do after he cooks you both a fry up on the weekend? The Lazy Man 3-in-1 Pan diminishes that issue entirely with three perfectly proportioned sections for eggs, beans and meat (or whatever else you fancy throwing on the plate).
23. Alcoholic Gifts For Men
Premium Bottled Negroni Cocktail Gift Set, £34.99, Not On The High Street
As fun as it is to play mixologist every now and then, it's far better to have someone do it for you. This pre-made bottle of Negroni is combined to perfection.
24. Keyring Gifts For Men: Small Gifts For Men
Small Leather Loop Keyring, £45, Aspinal of London
We know what you're thinking: a keychain, really? But this one's special, it can be engraved with his initials (or yours) and is made from exquisite leather. A great stocking filler or father's day present, and it beats the battered bottle opener he has dangling there currently.
25. Can't Go Wrong Gifts For Men: Novelty Gifts
Man's Best Friend Gift Box, £65, Harvey Nichols
Looking for gifts for men he'll genuinely appreciate? This hamper from Harvey Nichs is perfect for match day or for achieving that gastropub vibe without the hassle of putting trousers on and leaving the sanctity of his own sofa. It contains a selection of craft ales, meaty Pork & Sloe Gin Rillettes, cheesy and spicy morsels and some premium Japanese snacking.
Save when you shop for the best gifts for men with these Harvey Nichols discount codes.
26. Best Gifts For Men For Valentines Day: Practical Gifts
Chilly's Series 2 Insulated Leak-Proof Drinks Bottle (500ml), £30, John Lewis
Listen, practical doesn't have to mean boring. Not when Chilly's water bottles exist. You can pick from a range of colours for him, too. Exciting.
Save when you shop for the best gifts for men with these John Lewis discount codes.
27. Wishlist Gift Ideas For Him: Nintendo Switch Lite
Nintendo Switch Lite Handheld Console, £199.99, Argos
If he's a gamer he is bound to appreciate being gifted a Nintendo Switch Lite. The best part? Aside from all the games he can download and play on it (from LEGO Harry Potter to Star Wars and more), it's portable so he can play it anywhere at any time. No more nights spent in front of the Playstation for hours.
28. Best Gifts For Men That You Can Personalise
Men's Personalised Clasp Plaited Leather Bracelet, £24, Not On The High Street
Simple and understated, this leather bracelet features a stainless steel metal clasp that can be personalised with his initials. It'll go with everything and is cute as a long-distance gift.
Save when you shop for the best gifts for men with these Not On The High Street discount codes.
29. Best Gifts For Men Into Fitness: Bestseller Hoodie
Men's Logo Pullover Hoodie, £70, Rapha
Is he into his fitness? There's no better gift for men than something from Rapha, and we think this sweatshirt is just the thing he'll want to wear to and from the gym.
30. Smelly Gifts For Men For V-Day: Easy To Wrap
Montblanc Men's Explorer Eau de Parfum 100ml, £72, LookFantastic
Montblanc's Explorer eau de parfum is the perfect gift for men who like fresh fragrances that develop into woody, aromatic aromas. It'll make a change from his usual Armani aftershave.
Save when you shop for the best gifts for men with these LookFantastic discount codes.
31. 40th Birthday Gifts For Men
Samsung Galaxy Buds2 Bluetooth Earbuds, WERE £139 NOW £97.80, Amazon
If it's his 40th, you'll likely want to go all-out and spoil him. These Bluetooth Samsung headphones are a great treat gift for men - they rival all other headphone/headset brands thanks to their long-lasting/high-quality battery life (up to five hours) and noise cancelling properties.
Save when you shop for the best gifts for men with these Amazon discount codes at checkout.
32. Best Gifts For Men That Come In A Gift Box
Snake Silver Necklace, £99, PDPAOLA
PDPAOLA's unisex jewellery is a hit among influencers and its not hard to see to see why. This sterling silver chain will go with all his outfits.
33. Funny Gifts For Men
Personalised Wooden Take Away Night Dice, WAS £19.95 NOW £15.96, Not On The High Street
Forget mini dice, use this oversized design if, like the rest of the nation, you can never decide what takeaway to get and let it decide for you.
34. Gifts For Fashionable Men: New In
Malone Souliers Deon Low-Top Sneakers, £395, Farfetch
Whether he's into fashion or not he'll have heard of Malone Souliers. Their sleek designs are second to none, as exemplified by these trainers.
Save when you shop for the best gifts for men with these Farfetch discount codes.
35. Gifts For Difficult Men: Last-Minute Letterbox Gifts
Sock Subscription, £6.49, The Sock Butler
Looking for the equivalent of the bouquet of flowers he'll treat you to? With this sock subscription box, he'll receive a brand new pair every month. How cool?! Perfect for men who already own everything and/or are really hard to buy for.
36. Gifts For Men Who Commute
The Backpack, £550, Bennett Winch
Bennett Winch's The Backpack is unlike any other. Refined and practical, it's made to hold daily essentials such as Apple Airpods, iPhones and even laptops (there's a padded sleeve at the back).
37. Gifts For The Discerning Man
Philips 9000 Prestige Beard Trimmer, WAS £129.99 NOW £118.50, Amazon
If he likes to keep his beard under control, treat him to this beard trimmer from Philips at Amazon so he can achieve a salon-worthy DIY finish.
Save when you shop for the best gifts for men with these Amazon discount codes, just don't forget to read the FAQs.
38. Small Valentines Day Gifts For Men
Society Steel Flask Set, £30, Anthropologie
Looking for a stocking filler/stocking stuffer equivalent? Featuring a stainless steel hip flask with matching shot glasses and a funnel, this drink set by Society is spot on. They can decanter on the go.
39. Slipper Gifts For Men: Gifts For Dad/Grandad
Ezra Slippers, WERE £62 NOW £43.40, TOMS
We know it seems a bit predictable, but you really can't go wrong with buying a man a new pair of slippers. Especially during the winter. These ones from TOMS will last him longer than six months, too.
40. Tech Gifts For Men: Engraved Gift For First Valentines
Personalised iPhone And Apple Watch Charging Stand, WAS £29.95 NOW £23.96, Not On The High Street
Keep his bedside table neat and tidy with this personalised iPhone and Apple/smart watch charging stand. It holds his cables in the perfect position, where he'll always be able to find them, and looks pretty swish too.
Save when you shop for the best gifts for men with these Not On The High Street discount codes.
41. Useful Gifts For Men: Thoughtful Gifts For Men
Polo Ralph Lauren Full-Grain Leather Cardholder, £50, Mr Porter
Compact and of excellent quality, this grain leather wallet is the perfect gift for him - especially when he commutes. It'll complement his collection of polo shirts, too.
