23 Unique gift ideas for men for the best Christmas | 2024

Happy Friday friends – today I’m sharing a men’s gift guide with my favorite unique gift ideas for the men in our lives.

Coming up with the perfect gift idea for men is the HARDEST each year. They have everything. If they don’t have it, they just go buy it. Even if it is the week before Christmas! I have to work hard to find ideas that my husband, dad, father-in-law, <insert adult male on your list here!> would love but don’t already have. And how many times does any guy want to get a bottle of new cologne or another necktie? I want to give a thoughtful gift, something more personal and meaningful than a gift card (unless that’s what my guys asked for, of course).

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I’ve been making a list and thought I would share it with you in case your guys might like these ideas too. Brainstorming the best gifts for men worked better for me in a few categories. First up – “tech gifts”. My husband is a former computer network analyst and can make magic happen with anything mechanical.

Tech gift ideas for men

Laptop screen extender

I just discovered these laptop screen extenders and I’m intrigued. My husband has both a laptop and a desktop computer. He uses three monitors for his desktop so I think he may enjoy having this device for his laptop. I also may want one for myself…

Laptop swivel table

He mainly uses his laptop in a single location, on the sofa on this table, so having the extended screens should work for him. My hubby bought this laptop swivel table for himself (of course) earlier this year. He said he was planning to make something similar, but saw the price on this one and didn’t think he could make a decent one for that price.

The table swivels, raises, and lowers, and can tilt at an angle too, which makes it perfect for a dinner/snack in front of the TV or reading a book without bending your neck so much. I’m a fan of the table – in fact, I’ve “borrowed” it several times I like it so much.

Bluetooth speakers

We have Bluetooth speakers already but they keep getting moved from room to room. So I’m planning to get my sons each their own set of speakers, and selected a waterproof version just in case. The price on this Bluetooth speaker is excellent, and I’ve had a really good experience with the Anker brand in general.

Charging station lamp

Our charging station is broken with only a couple of ports still working, so this may not wait until Christmas. I love this set of two lamps with charging multiple charging ports each – they look so much more decorative than the basic one we have currently but are still really practical.

Portable power station

This combination solar and lithium battery power station looks perfect for camping or other travel, or even for some limited home power backup. It would likely at least allow charging phones when the power goes out for a few hours.

Handyman gift ideas for men

My guys love practical gifts that potentially prevent problems around the house, or make fixing problems easier.

Freezer power sensor

Once you’ve been through the experience of discovering a freezer quit working after everything in it has completely thawed – you NEVER, and I mean NEVER EVER, want to go through that again (especially when the freezer is full of expensive meat – ask me how I know…).

These little freezer power sensor devices are brilliant, and there are two sensors (one for the fridge, one for the freezer), they run on wireless and send an alert to our phones. Plus there is no monthly fee, and the option to have a delayed alarm so that short outages don’t make your phone go crazy with alerts. That means even if we are away from home, we will know right away if something goes wrong so we can either head home or send a friend.

Need more than 2 sensors like I do? The hub supports 10 sensors, so you can buy additional sensors as well.

Water sensor

Water leaks can cause major damage, not to mention health issues from mold growth. Catching them early key so they can be stopped quickly. So if you don’t already have water sensors, this is a must-have and could be a great gift for your guys.

This one comes with three sensors, sends notifications via WiFi and also sounds a loud alarm. There are options with more sensors if you need them to cover the kitchen, each bathroom and the basement.

Garage door sensor

I promise this is the last sensor on the list! I had to include this one because there have been WAY too many times we’ve left the house and then wondered if we closed the garage door. Or even worse, times when we’ve arrived home to an open garage door.

This little garage door sensor device even allows you to open and close your garage door from your phone. Wish we had that when I locked myself out of the house years ago!

Portable air compressor

If you ever get a flat tire, this portable digital air compressor would be very handy to keep in your car. We seem to get a nail in a tire at least once a year. The last time, I was 30 miles from home and barely made it to a gas station to pump enough air to avoid needing emergency services. This digital air compressor is small (very portable), has auto shut-off, and works for bikes, motorcycles and balls in addition to cars.

Digital tape measure

I just found out about digital tape measures, and the laser feature that can measure long distances. These would be so handy for your handyman!

Shower filter

Have you checked what is in your water? You may be shocked at the number of toxins and heavy metals allowed in the public water system. Adding a filter to your kitchen sink for cooking is important but so is your shower – after all, you are soaking yourself (and your whole family) in that water. This filter is designed to fit any shower head.

Wearable gift ideas for men

The holidays are a great chance to get our guys some upgrades for their closet, or some cool and useful wearable tech.

Oura ring

The older we get, the more important it is to stay on top of our health, including sleep and heart health. Our doctor recommended an Oura ring as a way to monitor sleep in particular. I’d heard of these but didn’t know much about them until my husband got one this past year. I have another friend whose Oura ring helped her identify a significant health issue and get it addressed before it was too late. So if your men are having any issues with their sleep in particular, consider an Oura ring as a gift this year.

As far as fitness gifts go, an Oura ring is also great for a sports enthusiast who want to optimize their performance.

The Oura ring is considered the best in class, but it is pricey and requires a monthly fee. There are other options available without a subscription, such as this Ring AIR.

Men’s lightweight puffer jacket

Last year, I purchased my husband a coat very similar to this Tommy Hilfiger lightweight puffer jacket, and he loved it! The one I bought is no longer available, but this one comes in lots of colors and several patterns too.

Organic flannel shirt

We’ve been eating organic food for years, but I have learned more recently about the materials in the clothes we have touching our skin all day long, and have started to buy organic clothing when I find good options. L.L. Bean sells popular flannel shirts made of organic cotton. I love this navy option, but there are four colors to choose from.

Organic undershirts

In the winter, my guys usually wear an undershirt, and so an organic cotton undershirt makes it matter a whole lot less what is in the other shirts they wear.

Wicked good slippers

Hardsoled with a shearling lining, these “wicked good slippers” from L.L. Bean are the perfect house shoe. I’ve always been very happy with the quality of anything I buy from L.L. Bean.

Hey Dudes

This pair of Hey Dudes lace-up loafers is the perfect combination of style mixed with comfort. They come in four different color options, and have removable memory foam insoles.

Tasty treats

You know who likes to eat? Men! Well, so do women for that matter, but you know the saying – “the way to a man’s heart is through is stomach”. Homemade goodies always go over well in my family, whether it is a favorite pie or a favorite meal. But for a men’s gift you can wrap, I’ve got a few other ideas.

Meat!

Talk about the perfect gift for a grill master! Every man in my life enjoys a good quality steak. Gifting a bundle or meat subscription would be a big hit in my family. I prefer to buy my meat from local farmers. You may be able to get a discount on a half of a cow – give a quarter to a family member and keep a quarter for yourself. The quality is often better, and you know where it came from.

For family members who live a long distance away, try contacting a butcher shop near them. There are also some online options that will ship a box of frozen meat (but I’ve never used them, so won’t make a recommendation).

Gift this by wrapping a pretty box with a note inside.

Seasonings

Pair a gift of meat with seasoning. My new favorite brand is Rosebud’s Real Food. The “I Love Garlic” is my favorite (try it with my savory sausage bread – yum!), but for the barbecue lover, they have “Amber’s Tangy BBQ” also. Use coupon code BETHANY for 10% off your order.

Chocolate covered bacon

Are you buying for someone who likes meat and also likes chocolate? How about combining the two with chocolate covered bacon? These Muddy Pigs are “crispy and crunchy hickory smoke flavored bacon covered in milk chocolate then drizzled with dark chocolate”. That sounds pretty tasty to me!

Jerky

Another easy-to-ship or gift wrap option would be high quality beef jerky. Try a variety pack with multiple flavors like this one:

Health Helpers

Sauna blanket

We’ve been hearing a lot lately about the benefits of sauna. Buying a full sauna is expensive and also takes up a lot of space. Going to a gym or public sauna is not appealing to us, so I was pretty excited when I saw these infrared sauna blankets. They are portable and must less pricey.

Red light therapy

I’ve also been hearing a lot about these red light therapy devices, whether it is a box form, a pad, a blanket or a mask. This box version of the red light therapy device has high customer reviews and is reasonably priced if you want to give it a try.

Happy gifting!

So which of these unique gifts would your guys like? Happy shopping! And don’t forget to pin this post for later. Please like, comment and share!

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