50 Unique Gift Ideas for Him (That He Actually Wants)

Let's be honest — men can be impossible to buy for. They either have everything they want, or they say "I don't need anything." Here are 50 gift ideas that go way beyond the usual socks and aftershave.

🎮 For the Tech Lover

• Wireless charging pad — Sleek, minimalist, and genuinely useful (£20-50)
• Smart home starter kit — Echo Dot, smart plugs, LED strips (£50-100)
• Portable SSD — For the one who's always running out of storage (£60-120)
• Retro gaming console — Pre-loaded with classic games (£50-80)
• Premium earbuds — AirPods Pro, Sony, or Jabra (£100-250)
• Mechanical keyboard — Satisfying clicks, RGB lighting optional (£80-200)
• VR headset — Meta Quest for immersive gaming (£300+)

🍺 For the Food & Drink Enthusiast

• Craft beer subscription — Monthly deliveries of interesting brews (£25/month)
• Whisky tasting set — Selection of miniatures to explore (£40-80)
• Premium coffee beans — Single origin, freshly roasted (£15-30)
• Hot sauce collection — From mild to "why did I do this" (£20-40)
• Cast iron skillet — Lodge or Le Creuset, lasts forever (£30-200)
• BBQ smoker box — Add smoky flavour to any grill (£15-30)
• Cheese making kit — For the adventurous home cook (£25-50)
• Japanese knife — Beautiful and incredibly sharp (£80-200)

🏃 For the Active One

• Fitness tracker — Fitbit, Garmin, or Whoop (£100-300)
• Massage gun — Recovery essential for sore muscles (£80-300)
• Running belt — Holds phone, keys, gels without bouncing (£20-40)
• Gym bag upgrade — Separate shoe compartment, waterproof (£40-100)
• Resistance bands set — Portable gym for travel (£20-40)
• Bone conduction headphones — Hear music and surroundings (£80-150)
• Foam roller — Essential recovery tool (£15-40)

🎨 For the Creative Type

• Premium sketchbook — Moleskine or Leuchtturm (£15-30)
• Photography accessories — Lens kit for phone, mini tripod (£20-60)
• Guitar picks collection — Custom or varied thickness set (£10-20)
• Digital drawing tablet — Wacom or XP-Pen (£50-300)
• Instant camera — Fujifilm Instax for tangible memories (£70-130)
• Vinyl record — His favourite album on proper vinyl (£20-40)

🧔 For the Grooming-Conscious

• Safety razor kit — Classic shave, costs pennies long-term (£30-80)
• Beard oil set — Premium oils and balms (£20-50)
• Electric trimmer — Philips OneBlade or similar (£30-60)
• Skincare set — Cleanser, moisturiser, SPF — the essentials (£30-80)
• Premium cologne — Creed, Tom Ford, or niche fragrance (£80-300)
• Heated razor — Gillette Labs, luxury shave experience (£150-200)

🎒 For the Adventurer

• Quality backpack — Osprey, North Face, or Peak Design (£80-200)
• Pocket knife or multi-tool — Leatherman or Victorinox (£30-150)
• Camping hammock — Lightweight and packs small (£30-80)
• Solar power bank — Charge devices anywhere (£30-60)
• Head torch — USB rechargeable, surprisingly useful (£20-50)
• Waterproof jacket — Packable, breathable (£80-200)

🏠 For the Homebody

• Quality slippers — Sheepskin or memory foam (£40-80)
• Weighted blanket — Cosy and calming (£50-100)
• Premium candle — Yes, men like candles too (£30-60)
• Book subscription — Tailored to his taste (£15-30/month)
• Streaming service gift card — Netflix, Disney+, Spotify (£50-100)
• Gaming chair upgrade — Comfort for long sessions (£150-400)

⌚ For the Style-Conscious

• Quality watch — Seiko, Orient, or Timex (£100-500)
• Leather wallet — Slim, RFID-blocking (£30-100)
• Sunglasses — Ray-Ban, Persol, or quality alternatives (£80-200)
• Cashmere scarf — Understated luxury (£50-150)
• Leather belt — Quality over quantity (£40-100)

Quick Budget Guide

Budget	Top Picks
Under £25	Hot sauce set, coffee beans, resistance bands, quality socks
£25-50	Whisky tasting set, beard kit, wireless charger, camping hammock
£50-100	Massage gun, quality backpack, safety razor kit, cast iron skillet
£100+	Premium headphones, quality watch, experience days, smart home kit

Final Tips

• Listen throughout the year — Note things he mentions wanting
• Upgrade something he uses daily — Wallet, headphones, coffee mug
• Experiences often beat things — Concert tickets, cooking class, day out
• When in doubt, consumables — Quality food/drink never goes wrong