Finding Christmas gifts for your boyfriend doesn’t have to be a struggle.
Guys are somewhat predictable and as long as you play to their interests they’ll appreciate being given a thoughtful holiday gift.
Here are the best gift ideas for a boyfriend that are sure to please, as long as you keep in mind the things that he likes or needs.
Boyfriend Messages in a Bottle Capsule Letter
Give him 365 reasons to smile in the following year with this sweet capsule letter set. Just write your feelings down on the year’s worth of paper slips included, pop them into a capsule, and store them in the jar for him to open and read every day. If you’re looking for a boyfriend christmas gift that’s thoughtful, personal and romantic, this is it.
Christmas Gift for Boyfriends Who Love to Make Stuff
Desktop 3D Printer
This printer lets him print in 3D, creating actual things rather than just printing onto paper. It is one of the latest technological hobbies out there, so if he’s shown any interest in it, this would be a great choice. If he loves techy things this would fit right in as well.
Long Distance Touch Lamp
Beautifully sentimental, these touch lamps will let loved ones know you’re thinking of them, as, when you touch yours, the other one will gently light up, no matter how far away you are.
Lovebox Spinning Heart Messenger
Send him a message via the app and the red heart will spin like crazy to let him know, and once he’s read your sweet nothings, you’ll get a cascade of hearts in return.
Our Adventure Book
Chart your adventures together in this adorable memory book. Just like the one in the movie ‘Up’, this album has spaces for photos, tickets, postcards and more, and has rearrangeable pages so you can take them out and put them back in where they need to go.
The Present That Keeps on Giving and Helps You Connect
Date Night Box
Keep date night fresh with a box of ideas, 60 of them to be exact. Each card comes printed with an exciting suggestion, or you can choose blank cards and write your own.
Custom Song Soundwave Art
Whether it’s a favorite song or the sound of your own voice, this polished acrylic block can hold the soundwaves of his most treasured piece in stunningly vibrant color. With a message displayed underneath, the block also includes a QR code so he can listen to it whenever he likes.
Customized with Your Photos
Create Your Own Reel Viewer
Reel Viewers were one of the best toys ever, and now you can create a grown up version by selecting 7 of his favorite photographs and having them made into one precious reel.
Best Diy Kit for Makers
Knife Making Kit
Give him a Christmas gift that’ll keep him busy over the holiday period with this awesome Man Crate, which will enable him to build a Shawnee knife that fits his hand.
Personalized Star Map
Pick a date that means a lot to him, and have a constellation map of that very night customized and sent ready to frame. Personalized with a title, names, date, and location, you can also choose from three fonts and three print sizes to represent that magical night.
Our Bucket List: A Journal for Couples
Part of being a couple is sharing dreams and ambitions, and if you have yet to compile a bucket list, then this book will make an awesome Christmas gift. Packed with ideas to kick start your plans, this book also provides brainstorming exercises, and space for the two of you to document your ideas as and when they come.
A Year of Hot Sauce
Set his tastebuds on fire all year round with a quarterly hot sauce subscription. From micro dosing to fiery challenges, each of the four deliveries will give him a new perspective on peppers, while the final box will give him everything he needs to produce six bottles of his own customized dressings.
Personalized Neon Bar Sign
He can have his name up in lights like he always wanted (or not), with this awesome personalized neon sign. Shaped like a beer can, this fun sign can be customized to include his name and/or any short message, and then hung in his bedroom, man cave, or even outside the bathroom if you can think of an apt enough phrase!
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Stoggles Stylish Round Safety Glasses
Protect his eyes from all kinds of dangers with a pair of Stoggles safety glasses. Available in a wide range of colors and shapes, these stylish glasses can block blue light and protect against UV rays, while also being shatter-resistant and fitted with an anti-fog coating. Even better, they’re prescription-friendly, too.
Personalized Acrylic Song
Capture a special moment in music with this beautiful personalized acrylic plaque. Supplied with a wooden base, this plaque will arrive engraved with the Spotify screen you see on your phone along with a photo of your choosing, and will play the song on your device when you scan the Spotify code.
Personalized Engraved Wallet
A wallet makes a great Christmas gift for any man, but this one is extra special, because it can be personalized to make it totally unique to him. Made from a high-quality leather, this wallet will be engraved with a name, message, or even a cherished photograph to make him smile again and again.
Touch Screen Gloves
When the weather is really cold, it can be a thin line between keeping warm and being able to function, but with these anti-slip gloves, he can do both with ease. Fitted with silicone patterns on the palm, these touchscreen gloves will allow for texting, typing, driving, gaming, and much more, without compromising on comfort.
Vuori Performance Joggers
Joggers should be an essential part of any man’s dress-down wardrobe, but that doesn’t mean they should make him look dressed down. These performance joggers come in seven classic colors with all the supreme comfort of these weekend favorites, while maintaining a stylish look and providing zippered pockets for keeping belongings safe.
Coffee Connoisseurs Subscription
Turn an instant coffee man into a connoisseur of caffeine with this 3-month subscription. Divided across three deliveries, he will receive a blind taste test to sharpen his abilities, a stainless steel nitro coffee brewer or a combination coffee maker and carafe, and a sampler of eight exquisite coffees from around the world.
Adventurous Date Night Box
He’ll never run out of ideas for date night with this set of fun Date Night Scratch Cards. Delivered in a sturdy box, each of the 35 cards comes with a scratch-off panel which will reveal a new and exciting activity for both of you to do together. Two scratchers included.
RAD Roller Myofascial Release Tool
Treat him to a massage even when you’re not around with this portable RAD roller. Perfectly designed to be of optimum use, this roller comes in three densities, and can be used to target myofascial trigger points and unlock sore and stuff muscles in an easy to use and satisfying way.
Falling for You Personalized Couples Game
If game nights play a big part in the time you spend together, why not treat him to this ‘Falling for You’ stacking game? A perfect Christmas gift for boyfriends who love sentimentality with a twist, this game comprises 54 wooden pieces that each display an activity that you must do together before continuing with the next piece.
3D Customized Photo Couples Gift
Choose his favorite photo, and have it professionally etched onto the surface of one of these beautiful crystal hearts for an unusual way to display a cherished snap. The hearts are available in 4 different sizes, and can be added to an optional wood LED light base to create a myriad of colored lights.
Oklahoma Joes Longhorn Reverse Smoker
Serious grillers will appreciate that different methods achieve different results, and with the Oklahoma Joe’s Longhorn Reverse Flow Smoker, he can turn his cookouts into a veritable feast of different flavors. With plenty of grill space and a sturdy construction, this heavy-gauge steel smoker will last for many years to come.
Professional Macro Photography Lens for Smartphone
Camera phones have undoubtedly come a long way, but if he is still not happy with the quality of his close-up shots, treat him to the APEXEL macro lens. Simple to fit to almost any smartphone, this lens will allow him to capture the most incredible, crystal clear images that ordinary cameras simply cannot match.
National Park Hat
With an A-Z of National Parks to choose from, this special topographical hat will make a super cool gift to any man who enjoys these places of national beauty. Each one comes with a woven patch depicting the associated park, while the underside is printed with a topographical map of the same place.
Bowflex SelectTech Adjustable Weights
If fitness is important to your boyfriend but he doesn’t always have the time for the gym, why not give him the Bowtech Adjustable Kettlebell? Compact enough for even the smallest of rooms, this one kettlebell can be adjusted from 8-40lbs with a turn of the dial, and comes with an optional app for full body strength classes.
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Funny Gift to Get Him Through the Winter
Peter Heater
Go one better than his Grandma this Christmas – we can bet she won’t be knitting him one of these this year (and if she does, it’ll be kind of weird). Keep every part of him warm and cozy with this Peter Heater, and he won’t be a shrinking violet.
12 Months Of Date Nights
This 12 Months of Date Nights booklet really is the gift that keeps on giving, as it contains ideas for a year’s worth of romantic things to do and places to go.
Experience Based Gift for the Car Lover
Race a Lamborghini
The ultimate Christmas gift for boyfriends who love cars, you can choose from NASCAR, Lamborghini, Indy, or even McLaren racing for a once in a lifetime driving experience, in a choice of convenient locations.
Carhartt Hoodie
Keep him snug and sporty at the same time with the Carhartt hooded sweatshirt, which comes with the signature logo on one sleeve, front hand-warmer pocket, and a 3 piece attached hood.
For Couples Who Can Never Agree on the Thermostat Settings
BedJet – Climate Control for Couples
You like it hot and he likes it cold? If you fight with your boyfriend over the thermastat, this is the gift you both need. BedJet creates dual zones personalized to his and your prefrences, making it the ultimate climate control system well-rested, happy couples.
Holiday Snack Box
One of the best things about the holidays is the amount of time there is to kick back and watch TV. Give him something to savor with this massive set of holiday snacks. With sweet and savory snacks included, this box contains 40 of his favorite goodies to munch on.
Shiatsu Massager
If he tends to carry tension in his neck and shoulders, treat him to a soothing massage whenever he needs one with the Shiatsu Neck and Back Massager. Fitted with 3D massage nodes and infrared heat, this soothing device will drive tension away as he sits back and relaxes.
Magnetic Levitation Floating Globe
This floating globe will be a real conversation starter, and would look superb on his desk. Perfect for geeky guys, this innovative piece includes a globe that actually hovers in mid-air and gently rotates by itself, and soft LED lights that illuminate it as it spins.
Personzlied Wooden Hearts
If he ever needs a reminder of how you feel about him, this beautiful wooden box will give him 15 of them. Printed on the inside with ‘I love you because’, the box is filled with 15 handmade wooden hearts, each of which is printed with a touching love quote.
Sentimental and Personalized Christmas Gift Idea
What I Love About You By Me
Here’s a gift that’s part DIY and part store bought. It’s a book that guides you through all of the things you love about him and presents it in an attractive format. You’ll have fun making it and he’ll love opening it and reading through it!
ROFL-funny Gag Boyfriend Gift
Weener Kleener Soap
Possibly not a Christmas gift to give to your boyfriend if his old Auntie Maud is going to be there for the opening of the stockings! This hilarious gag gift will ensure that your man is ultra clean, and will be more than happy to take a shower or a bath every day, or maybe even more often!
Pizza Socks
If the way to his heart is through his stomach, this fun pizza socks box will make a great Christmas gift. Presented in an authentic-looking delivery box, these 4 pairs of socks are arranged like slices of pizza in pepperoni, Italian, and Hawaiian ‘flavors’.
Wood Phone Docking Station and Organizer
This wooden docking station makes a fabulous Christmas gift for boyfriends who, like most men, tend to dump the contents of their pockets on the nightstand. With a handy space to charge his phone, this handsome stand will also hold his watches, keys, specs, and loose change.
For Die Hard Simpsons Fan
Simpsons Custom Cartoon Portrait
Doh! If you’ve been wracking your brains for gift ideas for your boyfriend, how about having a portrait drawn up of the pair of you a la Simpson?
I Choose You Bottle
Pokémon-loving partners will absolutely adore this tiny token of love. Inside the miniscule glass bottle is a scaled down Pokéball, along with red and silver glitter, which comes tied with a diddy little label which reads ‘I choose you’. It’s the perfect pocket-sized reminder of how you feel.
Everything He Needs In a Wallet-Sized Package
Credit Card Companion
This is the size of a credit card but they’ve somehow managed to fit 8 different tools in it. It’s a handy piece of equipment that can fit in his wallet, and is great for a guy that likes to feel like he’s McGyver and can be called upon at any time to fix something.
Drive Safe Keychain
‘I love you’ comes in many forms, and ‘drive safely’ is one of them. Remind him of how you feel with this simple but sweet keychain. Made from stainless steel so it will last and last, this keychain will tell him how much you care in two different ways.
Desktop Dumpster
Whether he accumulates a lot of rubbish or a lot of ‘things’, this miniature dumpster will work hard to keep his desk or nightstand clutter free in stunningly authentic detail.
Beard Grooming Kit
Keep his face looking fine with this huge haul of beard-related products. The special boar bristle brush and wooden comb will keep stray hairs in place, while the beautifully-scented products will cleanse, nourish, and add shine to his beard, no matter how long or short it is.
Funny Boyfriend Candle
If he’s ‘treated’ you all year, this funny candle will make a cute Christmas gift for your boyfriend. Thanking him for all those satisfying experiences, this 50 hour soy wax candle comes in an apothecary-style jar and is scented with lavender to relax him after all his exertions.
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Love Language Card Game
TVs, DVDs, and electronic gadgets are in danger of ruining the art of conversation, but the best relationships are built on communication. Keep yours alive and kicking with the Love Language Card Game. Each card contains a question to get the conversation going, and in turn get to know each other better.
Brown Sugar Bacon Jerky
Jerky – every man’s favorite manly snack. But we’ve managed to track down something better! Candied bacon! What more can we say? Hickory smoked bacon, candied with maple syrup and brown sugar. A match made in Heaven.
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Burrito Blanket
If he likes Mexican food, he will love getting himself wrapped up in this giant burrito blanket. Designed to look exactly like a tortilla, this throw is made from the softest fleece fabric, and comes in 4 sizes – from 47” to 80” – so there might even be room enough for two.
Whiskey Appreciation Crate
If he appreciates whiskey then he’ll appreciate this – a manly crate filled to the brim with whiskey-related goodies, such as a monogrammed decanter, personalized glasses, and even ice sphere molds.
My Girlfriend Is Hotter Than My Coffee Mug
Give him bragging rights with this fun mug that might just become his new favorite. Printed on both sides, this white ceramic mug states ‘My girlfriend is hotter than my coffee’ with ‘yes, she bought me this mug’ in smaller print below. It even arrives gift boxed so it’s ready to give.
Beard Bib
Help him clean up his act with this beard bib, which fits snugly around his neck and fastens to the mirror to catch all his beard trimmings before they hit the basin.
Runaway Alarm Clock
This alarm clock is a great buy for the boyfriend that can’t seem to make it out of bed in the morning. It creates a game of cat and mouse first thing in the morning so he can’t just reach out his hand and turn it off. He has to chase it down in order to turn it off.
Because He Really Needs It
Toilet Night Light
Avoid the thrills and spills of midnight forays to the bathroom with a motion detector light which illuminates the toilet in a spectrum of pretty colors, with 5 levels of brightness.
LED Clock Fan
Wouldn’t it be cool if your fan could do something much more than cool you down? This clock fan has built-in LED displays on the blades that flash at the same speed as the fan spins to give the effect of a clock. It plugs in to any USB port and can bend to stay pointed in any direction.
BioLite FirePit Outdoor Smokeless Fire Pit Grill
If he’s ‘King of the Grill’, get your man this BioLite Outdoor Smokeless Fire Pit for the backyard. With a USB rechargeable powerpack that can be controlled through the IOS or Android app, this energy-efficient grill provides the warmth and atmosphere of a campfire without the smoke.
Illuminated Jellyfish Lamp
Much more than just a lamp, this sensory ‘aquarium’ will make a stunning feature in his bedroom. Changing color as it gently glows, this lamp contains three lifelike jellyfish which float and glide their way through the water, while the gentle hum provides a soothing white noise.
All Weather 2-in-1 Fire Starter
Does your boyfriend like to be prepared for all eventualities? Does he like to think he would be able to survive The Walking Dead, or The Apocalypse? If this sounds like him, then why not give him this handy all weather fire starter to add to his survival kit? Great for keeping wolves at bay when stranded on a mountainside, or equally for lighting a barbecue or a beach fire.
Brain Specimen Coasters
Choosing gifts isn’t brain surgery! But this set of ten coasters would thrill any neurologist, pathologist, or wanna-be brain surgeon! Each glass coaster depicts a brain “slice,” and the stacked set reveals a 3-D brain! For the more nerdy folks on your list, this choice is truly a “no-brainer!”
Kemy’s Canvas Duffle Bag
Whether he’s traveling for work or leisure, your man will arrive in style with this canvas duffel bag from Kemy’s. With a classic, distressed look, the genuine leather weekender is carry-on size, yet it’s big enough to hold the essentials when spending a few nights out of town.
Makey Makey An Invention Kit for Everyone
The Makey Makey is the ultimate gift for tech savvy musical friends. Connect the alligator clips to just about anything and make music! Turn your stairs into a keyboard, use bananas to play the piano, or design your own game controllers. This stocking stuffer will electrify even the most seasoned gadget collector!
Whiskey Stones
Does your boyfriend like his drinks cool but undiluted? That’s the problem with ice cubes – they keep things nice and cold, but end up watering the drink down. These soapstone rocks will keep any drink cold, but as they don’t melt they don’t dilute whatever his chosen tipple is. And as they are odourless and flavorless too, they won’t contaminate the drink in any other way.
Sherpa Jacket
Whether he prefers a true blue denim or a light beige corduroy, this iconic Sherpa jacket from Levi’s will be just the thing to see him through the winter and beyond.