Alright team, Father’s Day is doing that thing where it sneaks up on us faster than a dad can spot a thermostat set one degree too high. It’s that special time of year when we collectively rack our brains trying to figure out what to get for the guy who taught us how to ride a bike, probably still mows the lawn in New Balance sneakers, and claims he “doesn’t need anything” (which is code for “please don’t get me another generic multi-tool”).
Fear not, procrastinators and well-intentioned offspring! We’ve braved the digital wilderness to curate a list of 22 gifts that go way beyond the usual suspects. Whether your dad is a grill master, a wannabe mixologist, a DIY enthusiast, or just a dude who appreciates a good gadget, we’ve got something that’ll make him do that little appreciative nod, or maybe even crack a genuine, non-obligatory smile.
Review: “This simple linear fire pit is the bomb. Super simple to start up, fuel is inexpensive and you light it and instant fire. We opted for alcohol which burns clean and is economical. Of course first thing was to try Smores and how fun, quick and easy for the kids. Love that they included the sticks to make that easy. The unit itself is heavy as it’s concrete so no worry of blowing away. I use it outside mostly because the kids are around but can be used inside. It’s table top so it provides nice ambience and sets a mood.” – Margie F
Review: “If you sit at a computer most of the day and/or cold at the office I highly recommend this! I leave at work, heat helps so much with back pain (hurt from military). I can also disconnect to ensure coworkers don’t use (work in a maintenance shop, they are always dirty). Biggest flaw!! Having to leave my chair!! I never want to get up when I have this on. With the fall weather settling in this keeps me warm enough in my maintenance shop. I have already recommended it to many other coworkers, and will likely get another for the house” – Phillip
Review: “This is such a fun set! I got this set with myself and my youngest son in mind… we both love to cook. I really like that there are rubs and salts included, great variety. And each flavor is delicious and bold. This is a great gift idea for anyone that loves to grill or cook.” – LATMAT
You’ve seen a few contenders now, perhaps even one that made you mentally shout, “That’s so DAD!” But the quest for the perfect paternal present doesn’t end here. There’s a whole spectrum of dad-types out there, and we’re committed to finding something that resonates, whether he’s into quiet hobbies or being the life of the backyard BBQ.
Review: “Wow! Was i totally impressed after receiving this mini chainsaw. I opened the package and was pleasantly surprised to find a carry case containing all the items… protective eye glasses, extra chain, tool, two batteries, gloves and chainsaw. I was disappointed that no chain oil was included. Thank goodness I had some on hand, so I was immediately able to get to work.” – amazon customer
Review: “This was a gift for my dad, who likes going on runs and walks outside early in the morning, before the sun even comes up in the winter, so this was a great gift for him. He said it’s very warm and was a great gift (& he is picky) so this was a win!” – Bryn Basham
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Review: “This espresso maker is incredibly simple to use and solidly built. I have never pulled my own shots before but after watching the tutorial and trying a few times I’m pretty comfortable with it. It comes in a well-made and attractive storage case that would make it perfect for travel if you’re driving somewhere. Flying with it may be a little cumbersome and heavy for your suitcase. All you need is some ground beans and a way to boil water. No electricity or special cleaning schedules, and it takes up much less space on the countertop than a much more expensive automatic espresso machine.” – Amazon Customer
Review: “Stanley has done a great job through the years in marketing their products and advertising hours or days in some cases in which a product will keep something hot or cold. This 100% lives up to the expectation. I was able to take a brew from a local micro watering hole, transport it across the country to a family member’s home AND was able to present it in perfect draft goodness over 2 days later. Frozen Sasquatch who? When searching for a growler in the modern market, nothing will be the Stanley’s fit and finish and timeless labeling on the bottom of their products. This growler is preposterously handsomely paired with any Stanley mug, in my case I have a never flat Stanley stein which you will never see apart in my home or while in use.” – Nick
With any luck, a couple of these ideas have already sparked some inspiration, or at least given you a chuckle at how accurately they capture a certain dad-esque quality. The goal here is to find something that shows a bit of thought, something that aligns with his actual interests, not just the “dad” caricature. So, let’s continue our exploration of gifts that will make him feel genuinely seen this Father’s Day.
Review: “This projector is awesome! … It is pretty durable too and has survived my 3 and 5 year old playing with it. But I also purchased the assurian warranty too just in case.” – dfa1234
Review: “Dandelions were taking over my yard but I did not want to use any herbicides or chemicals in my organic garden. I searched for an alternative and tested out the grampa. It sounded too good to be true but it actually works as advertised! The grampa allowed me to pull up dandelions and some other varieties of weeds quickly and easily without straining my back and knees in the process… I would definitely recommend this as a gift for the gardener in your life!” – Ara
Review: “I love my Biolite firepit and grill. It is exactly what they claim, a great camping tool. I love the fan for the fire. It keeps the smoke down and the heat up. The Biolite company is great to work with. Their customer service is some of the best I have worked with. They stand behind their product 100%.” – Mark M
Review: “This poster is really neat. It features the top 100 movies from IMDB. I believe it’s based on user reviews (Shawshank Redemption in the first spot?) so the movies are mostly more popular films. It’s pretty well updated because Joker and Parasite (both 2019 films) are represented. The poster has nice looking, unique artwork for each movie. It also has a white star rating section where you can log your rating for each of the films. The poster includes a highlighter which you can color over the white star to mark your star rating. If you have someone who loves movies, they’d enjoy this. If you’re planning to color in the star ratings, you can’t really frame the poster. But it works well in an office, den or home theater area.” – An Avid Book Lover
Review: “These clips are great for chips and other bags that need to stay closed. The magnet was not strong enough for the front of our refrigerator, but on the side (which is where we want it) it’s very strong. The container is thick coated paper. It should hold up nicely for its use.” – Joey Maldonado
Review: “Got this for ,my 95 year old uncle. He stays cold and this shirt has fur lining so it keeps him toasty warm. He wears a t shirt so it does not irritate his skin. I have bought him several and then had to buy my other uncle and husband one too because they were so popular. It has 2 front button up chest pockets and 2 pockets in the side seam like a jacket. They love all the pockets.” – TJ
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