Jump to section
Father’s Day is this Sunday. If you’ve haven’t ordered a gift for him yet — don’t fear: You still have a sliver of time. For some quick-fire inspiration, I’ve rounded up gift ideas for absolutely every type of dad. As well as the archetypal beer and golf dads, I’ve catered to dads who are just discovering new hobbies, to dads who really seem to never want a thing. All of these picks are available on Amazon, and plenty are available through Prime, so they’ll arrive just in time for Sunday (I’ve double-checked delivery dates throughout, but of course, shipping can be subject to delays). To make things even easier, I’ve organized the gifts by price, so you can skip straight to the section that suits your budget. And once you’re done here, be sure to read our list of truly last-minute Father’s Day gifts for some more inspiration.
Under $25
For the dad who sneezes from May to August
He’ll get a kick (and some serious decongestion benefits) out of this NASA-approved nasal emollient, which helped one Strategist contributor finally relieve her sore and stuffy sinuses.
For the dad you call for DIY advice
A magnetic wristband that’s strong enough to hold screws, nails, and drill bits right where Dad can see them.
For the dad who sings in the shower
The buttons on this speaker work well even with slippery, soapy fingers, so Dad can switch from podcasts to the Bee Gees with no problem.
For the dad fed up with Hershey’s
For the dad who lives for baseball season …
A “dad cap” in his team’s color — but without a logo — feels a little more grown-up.
… and the dad who prefers an easel
If he’s stuck for inspiration, consider these dice, which provide subjects, themes, and even orientations for his next masterpiece.
For the dad training for his first marathon
Don’t let Dad make the rookie mistake of running in cotton socks and ending up with blisters. These wick moisture away from the foot and feature silver threads to keep them smelling fresh even on long runs.
For the dad who lives for lobster
Bianca Piccillo, a co-founder of Mermaid’s Garden Sustainable Seafood in Prospect Heights, told us about these kitchen shears that she says are particularly useful for eating lobster: “They open the knuckles, which are normally tricky to get into with a cracker or other larger tools.”
For the dad who prefers oysters
If he’s up to the task of shucking his own oysters, give him the preferred knife of Derek Hanson, the chef and owner of Jacqueline in Portland, Oregon. “This little beauty is the best,” he says.
For the dad who plays it safe
For the dad who always has to pack a change of clothes
For a dad on the go, these handy little washer sheets transform any hotel sink into a washing machine — meaning he can rewear his favorite shirt with ease.
For the plant dad
Former Strategist writer Chris Mandle says the spray from this bottle is “fine as the steam from a shower,” meaning Dad can lovingly tend to every leaf and stem of his plant babies.
For the book dad
He can use them as postcards or as handsome bookmarks during his next big read.
Under $50
For the jet-setting dad
A set of packing cubes can help him organize — and fit — all of his gear in a carry-on. Strategist contributor Foster Kamer calls this set from Eagle Creek “the Russian nesting doll of luggage.”
For the dad who drinks protein shakes …
Give him this protein powder, which we dubbed the best chocolate-flavored whey protein powder after talking to experts about their favorites.
… and the dad who prefers to get his protein from the grill
A remote thermometer means Dad can check on the progress of his fillets and chops from the comfort of the sofa.
For dad who’s more of a wine enthusiast
Perfect for stealthy sipping on the beach or at a picnic in the park.
For the dad who always leaves his coffee in the kitchen …
No need for the heartache of a lukewarm mug of coffee: This warmer keeps things heated until dad eventually remembers that he poured himself a cup.
… And the dad who takes his coffee beans camping
Discerning outdoorsy dads will appreciate this camping-proof, weatherproof Stanley pour-over set on their next adventure.
For the dad who saw Dune 2 twice
He’ll have plenty of time to get all the way through to Messiah by the time the next movie drops.
For the dad who’s blocked off the next eight Sundays
House of the Dragon is based on four chapters from this fictional history book — so he can dig further into the lore.
For the dad who’s fermentation-curious
This kit should cover all his fermentation experiments, from kimchee to preserved lemons.
For the dad who’s flora-and-fauna-curious
Dad can happily bore you all with the scientific plant and flower names on your next family hike.
For the dad who babies the dog
A plush chaise longue with a supportive orthopedic foam base — because your dad’s best friend deserves the best.
For the dad who enabled “auto kudos” on Strava
These lightly supportive running shorts from ASICS — a favorite of running-obsessive Strategist contributor Steven John — will help him collect some kudos of his own.
For the dad who knows the difference between San Francisco sourdough and French sourdough
For the dad who can (and will) work anywhere
This easily compressible keyboard can snap on to any phone or tablet to make an instant workspace.
For the dad who sketches
The artist behind Bugs Bunny swears by these precise Blackwing pencils.
Under $100
For the dad who’s sauce-curious
Let Dad nerd out and create his own hot sauce with this kit that includes heirloom peppers and pH strips for nailing the right level of heat.
For the dad whose flashlight you keep borrowing
Backpacker Maggie Slepian says this headlamp is “lightweight and rechargeable with a band that never triggers any pressure points.” A great gift for outdoorsy dads who always end up loaning out their flashlight.
For the nostalgic dad
If Dad misses the days of (instant) film, he’ll get a kick out of the Polaroid Go, a compact instant camera that Strategist writer Jordan Bowman praised for its sharp picture quality, reliable focus, and easy-to-use controls.
For the dad who needs to upgrade his jeans
A pair of classic 501s — our pick for the best straight-fit jeans for men — will instantly take his look from frumpy to stylish.
For the bike-riding dad (who doesn’t have a garage)
This clever stand not only stores a bike with a minimal footprint but makes that bike look more like a sculpture on a pedestal.
Under $200
For the dad who makes ravioli from scratch
This pasta-maker comes recommended by Linda Miller Nicholson, the author of Pasta, Pretty Please and the “pasta artist” behind the Instagram account Salty Seattle.
For the dad who is always on his feet
When he finally has a chance to sit down, he can slot this heated foot massager right by the couch.
For the dad who can’t stomach an iPhone alarm
Strategist contributor Liz Krieger calls this alarm her “own private sunrise.” It works by gradually introducing light into a room before emitting a gentle alarm.
For the dad who’s always losing his charger
This handsome wireless charging tray is pretty much impossible to misplace.
For the dad who knows his starlings from his sparrows
Jeremy Relloso wrote about gifting this bird feeder with a built-in video camera to his dad back in March. Since then, I’ve given one to my own bird-watching dad. Both gifts were a hit.
For the dad whose electric shaver is ancient
I’m the Strategist’s grooming writer, so I know which trimmers, razors, and shavers will go down a treat. Take this Norelco shaver, for example — I named it my favorite electric shaver of all time.
For the dad who chooses his hotel based on the bathroom
For the dad who would rather be on a golf course
Here’s a gadget for the golf dad who appreciates any opportunity to improve his swing. The expert-approved kit analyzes and critiques his form using sensors and an accompanying app.
For the dad who loves showing off pictures of the kids (or grandkids)
With this highly reviewed (actually decent-looking) digital frame, he can instantly display all the latest family photos.
For the dad who wants to level up his fitness routine
For the dad who’s tired of tennis
This beginner set would be a great introduction for the dad who’s always asking you to explain the game everyone seems to be playing.
Under $500
For the dad who doesn’t believe in water bottles
The Berkey can filter 6,000 gallons of water before you need to replace the filter and is a favorite of both survivalists and Golde co-founder Trinity Mouzon Wofford, who told us it’s “the heart of my home” for the way it “gets rid of that funky chlorine smell that a lot of tap water has.”
For the dad who’s training for an ultramarathon
These bootless compression boots have helped two Strategist writers get back in top form after tears and sprains.
For the dad who’s more of a homebody
A smart display like the Amazon Echo Show can do a whole lot for a dad who spends much of his time at home. Not only is it a speaker and a monitor but the device acts as a main hub for any other smart-home appliances he may have.
The Strategist is designed to surface the most useful, expert recommendations for things to buy across the vast e-commerce landscape. Some of our latest conquests include the best acne treatments, rolling luggage, pillows for side sleepers, natural anxiety remedies, and bath towels. We update links when possible, but note that deals can expire and all prices are subject to change.
