30 Cool Gifts for Dads That Every Father Will Appreciate

This handwoven hammock chair beats his favorite lawn chair by a mile. The acrylic yarn won’t fade, mold, or rot, and the colors stay vibrant without fading. More than a chair, there’s plenty of room to sprawl out for a midday nap or to catch up on a book. Spring for the stand, and they can take this chair anywhere.

Every childhood memory I have of my dad coming home from work includes a pen—he had at least two in the chest pocket of his button-up shirt—and he still keeps one strapped to his wrist today. A reliable pen may seem novel in an increasingly digital world, but that’s what makes it (even more) gift-worthy. The Lamy 2000 has a satisfying click, good looks, and a smooth ballpoint for all his notes and scribbles.

The Pacebreakers are an excellent do-everything pair of shorts: he can work out, chill out, even swim in them if he’s in a pinch. They come in a bunch of different colors and are available in 5-, 7-, and 9-inch inseams. Hard to find a better pair of active shorts out there.

A reliable pocket knife comes in handy more often than you think. While he may have his go-to, the Benchmade Bugout is sure to impress with its attention to detail and American-made craftsmanship. The Grivory handle is lightweight and grippy, and the drop point blade has excellent edge retention. It’s a slick addition to the old man’s EDC.

“Give them something they’ll actually use”—a good starting point when thinking of what to gift a picky dad. Now think about how many times he uses the bathroom. You see where we’re going with this? The Tushy Wave is the brand's most elevated non-electric attachment, and it’ll keep the old man fresh. It’s a snap to set up, easy to use, and will save him money on toilet paper.

The garage is a sacred place for dads where they can have everything, particularly in or out of place, as they want. These Payloader boxes from Decked will have his tools, gear, and seasonal needs all organized and protected. They’re extremely durable, feature a snap-lock lid, and are made in the U.S.A.

What dad doesn’t love a big screen? The MoGo 4 projector delivers a crisp 1080p display so he can project movies, matches, and shows anywhere he pleases. Auto-adjust features make it easy to use, and onboard Google TV, Netflix, and YouTube makes streaming seamless. The projector itself is about the size of a coffee tumbler for easy storage, and onboard speakers mean he doesn’t have to hassle with an external set.

Patagonia’s Black Hole bags are widely popular for good reason—they’re durable, weather-resistant, and look cool. The nylon fabric resists tears and abrasions, and the multiple pockets hold everything he may need. It can double as a large gym bag as easily as it can take him on a weekend getaway. The Black Hole duffle comes in various sizes and colors to suit exactly what he wants.

For the dad who loves making drinks at home and wants to impress his friends, this cult-favorite book from Death & Co. is packed with more than 500 cocktail recipes, bartending tips, and insider tricks from one of NYC’s most famous bars. His home bar setup will instantly feel a whole lot cooler.

Many speakers can go outside, but Turtlebox is built for it. The Ranger is a fully waterproof speaker that is loud enough to fill the entire backyard. It doesn’t just turn up to the loudest possible decibel, though; it actually sounds good with a deep base and no tinny noises on the high end.

Nothing beats lazing around in a plushy bathrobe, but the summer months call for something a little more breezy. Brooklinen took its ultra-popular bathrobe and shortened it to let some air in on those legs. Even if he already has a bathrobe, consider this his summer style.

DIY projects are not just a game of inches; they can come down to millimeters and more. Give dad some exactness with this great laser measure. It looks ultra-modern and will make his crafty work all the more, according to plan. It has a range of more than 90 feet and connects right to an app for real-time figures.

If Dad's always on his phone checking scores, there's a better way. Gift him this cool LED ticker, featuring a pixelated scoreboard built around his top squads. It's like a Lite-Brite set for the sports enthusiast. We've found it's great beyond just tailgating season, too, as you can get news blurbs and weather info, among other things.

We love a good adjustable gym tool. This kettlebell can evolve with his workouts, spanning a weight range of 32 pounds and effectively replacing six individual weights. There's even an associated app with workouts if dad needs a nudge of inspiration to really get going.

Honestly, we were a bit skeptical of this muscle and nerve stimulator. Until we tried it out, and fell for the multiple settings and massage-like treatments that can target very specific areas. There's a precision to the Halo, and it makes recovery all the more enjoyable, not to mention rejuvenating.

Dad taught you all those things; why not return the favor? Go with the wisdom of a real pro, whether it's a culinary figure, an actor, a scientist, or some other notable person. He'll love being a student again. And the number of teachers just keeps growing, in both numbers and professions.

If he's going to cook that meat, set him up with a proper thermometer. Digital is the way to go, as it's more accurate and much easier to deal with. Plus, that'll make less risk of undercooking anything. Even dad can use an assist on the grill from time-to-time. This one won us over by freeing up valuable time as the app will essentially babysit you cooking proteins for you.

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Let us generalize a bit here. Dads like fires and they also like DIY. Well, this might be the perfect scratch for those itches, a pizza maker from Solo Stove. He can make his own pies and experience the reward of baking them in a fire-filled pizza oven. Win-win, people. So far here at MH we haven't met a Solo Stove product we didn't like, and this pizza oven is no different.

Here's a novel gift, ideal for the bird fanatic or casual ogler alike. The camera syncs up with your computer or phone and offers HD images of video of your feathered friends. There's even a sensor to let you know when something special might be having a snack.