Another tie or pair of socks? Meh. Show dad how much you love and appreciate him (and see him!) on his birthday, Father's Day, or any other special occasion with a truly thoughtful and unique gift. Even if he says he doesn’t need or want anything new, our list of the best gifts for dad has something just right for every personality type, budget, hobby, and interest — yes, even gifts for dads that are notoriously hard to shop for.
These gift ideas for dad include dozens of useful options under $100 — with plenty of budget-friendly picks under $20, too. You'll even find a few splurge-worthy homewares that make great gifts for the dad who has it all... since the whole family can enjoy these practical gifts around house for years to come, too!
Whether you’re searching for the perfect Father's Day gift or birthday present for him, we've got ideas for every type of dad, whether he loves grilling, golfing, tech gadgets, traveling, cooking, mixology, coffee, games, or gardening. Even if your dad is just a super-practical guy who doesn’t care for material things, we’ve got sentimental and personalized gifts he’ll cherish forever because they’re so full of love. Sure, what some dads really want most of all is quality time. But these gift ideas for dad will only sweeten the pot!
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Martha SorrenMartha Sorren is a freelance writer for Bustle, Refinery29, Woman's Day, and INSIDER.
Alesandra DubinContributing WriterAlesandra is a digital travel and lifestyle journalist based in Los Angeles whose work has appeared in Good Housekeeping, Woman’s Day, Prevention, Insider, Glamour, Shondaland, AFAR, Parents, TODAY and countless other online and print outlets.