36 Best Christmas Gifts for Dad in 2022
Long gone are the days when a boring tie was considered one of the best Christmas gifts for dad. Today, he demands a little something extra special that's tailored to his personality and interests.
The secret to finding the perfect present for even a hard-to-shop-for father figure is to focus on presents that reflect his specific skills and hobbies.
From practical presents that will make his work-from-home routine easier (hello, mesh WiFi), to silly gifts sure to make him smile (an alarm clock on wheels), we've found the gift for him. Yes, even the dad who seems to have everything will want one of these standout presents.
Huckberry Personal Fireplace
For the bonfire-loving dad who lacks a fireplace or room for an outdoor fire pit, this personal-sized concrete fire bowl does the trick. (Add in a few gourmet marshmallows if your dad's a s'mores fan!)
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Woodford Reserve Old-Fashioned Cocktail Mixer
For the old-fashioned fan, this tasty mixer includes perfectly blended lemon, demerara sugar, cherry, and bitters—so Dad just has to bring the bourbon and the orange peel to craft the perfect cocktail.
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Vizio 2.1 M-Series Premium Sound Bar
Upgrade his home theater experience (without breaking the bank) with this stellar set, which includes a wireless subwoofer to amp up the sound.
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Dad Joke T-Shirt
For the dad who lives for bad puns, this T-shirt will likely see heavy rotation in his wardrobe (and will inspire even more groan-worthy jokes).
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Freezable Beer Glasses
Make sure he gets a cold brew every time with these freezable double-walled glasses, which will keep his favorite drink perfectly chilled for two hours.
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Boom Again Trivia Game
Let your Boomer (or Gen X) dad flex his knowledge in this clever pop culture trivia game focused on the 1950s-1970s.
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Wally Bifold 5.0
This supersleek wallet has a snap shut, lay-flat design to keep his cards and cash secure—and help him avoid a George Costanza exploding wallet moment.
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Personalized Hobby Mug
Give Dad his own mug, adorned with an illustrated version of himself doing a favorite activity, whether that's golfing, reading, or practicing yoga. You choose the hair color, skin color, and clothing, so the illustration looks like it was custom-drawn just for Dad.
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Eero Mesh WiFi System
Sure, Dad probably remembers the days of dial-up, but now he's ready to upgrade to the latest technology: a mesh WiFi system. This three-pack replaces your router and gives you whole-home coverage, up to 5,000 square feet. Working (and gaming and streaming) from home just got much easier.
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Personalized Whiskey Barrel
If you're hunting for a Christmas gift for a dad who has everything, here's something it's safe to assume he doesn't have: a whiskey barrel personalized with his name. These mini oak barrels age spirits, imparting vanilla and buttery flavors, as well as tannins.
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Personalized Dopp Kit
If your dad is still toting around his toiletries in a zip-top bag, it's time for an upgrade. This leather dopp kit customized with his initials will step up his get-ready routine.
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Mismatched Bacon and Egg Socks
Know a guy who always wears funky socks, even when he's decked out in a suit? He'll get a kick out of these mismatched socks embellished with a bacon-and-eggs motif. Breakfast really is the most important meal of the day.
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L.L. Bean Sport Binoculars
These lightweight (less than 1 pound) binoculars are waterproof and fog-proof, making them the ideal pair to bring bird watching, hiking, or camping. Plus, they come with a strap and carry case for easy transport. Available in two color options: green or black.
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The Deadbolt Mystery Society Monthly Box
For the father (and family) who's always been entranced by unsolved mysteries, this subscription box gives you the gift of quality time. Each month, Dad will receive a new crime with clues to help crack the case, which can be solved alone or together as a team. Interactive online components help bring the story to life.
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Sphere Ice Molds
For the dad who believes that happy hour is the most important time of day, give him a gift that will take his drinks to the next level. These spherical ice cube molds will elevate whatever he's sipping, from cocktails, to whiskey, to a fresh La Croix.
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National Geographic Atlas of the National Parks
Former ranger Jon Waterman has written the definitive guide to America's parks. Careful, this is sure to spark his wanderlust.
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Make Your Own Hot Sauce Kit
Does dad put hot sauce on just about anything? This do-it-yourself kit gives him the pleasure of making a variety of full-bodied hot sauces with cayenne, ancho, curry, and chili spice packs. Six bottles and customizable labels are also included.
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Callaway Executive Putting Mat
An unfavorable weather forecast will no longer get in the way of dad's putting practice. This 8-foot indoor putting mat's premium backing minimizes folds and creases for a truer roll, and offers with-grain and against-grain speed variations. And for the man who thrives under pressure, the moveable putting cup is a fourth of an inch smaller than regulation to help sharpen dad's aim.
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Bodum Chambord French Press
If you're on the hunt for Christmas gifts for dad from your toddler, let this gift serve as a sort of peace offering. Your little one might keep dad running around all day and night, but this sleek French press will help keep him fueled, even when he feels like he's running on empty. This version makes plenty—eight cups!—and includes a coffee scoop and a reusable filter.
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Coleman Classic Propane Stove
A great Christmas gift for dad from a son or daughter, this propane stove can serve as a great excuse to take an impromptu camping trip together (once the weather warms, of course). Its panels help shield burners from wind and adjust for various pan sizes, while its efficient technology aims to help cook with less fuel (and that means less to lug!).
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Fresh Retro Gallery Family Tree Chart
Map out your family's lineage on this print modeled after the rings of a tree.
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Cuisinart 12 Cup Extreme Brew Coffee Maker
For all of the dads who have recently traded in their daily Starbucks for an at-home cuppa joe, this could be one of the best Christmas gifts of 2020. The 12-cup programmable coffee maker is customizable with strength control brews for regular or bold (just like at the coffee shop!), and a calibrated glass carafe includes a drip-free pour spout and comfortable handle.
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Costway Electric Towel Warmer Drying Rack
There is no denying that a fresh, warm towel after a long shower is the ultimate luxury—especially on a chilly winter morning. With the power of 100 watts, this warmer heats up quickly. Install in on the wall or use the feet to rest it on the floor.
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Clocky Alarm Clock on Wheels
Sometimes the best Christmas gifts for dads are the ones they don't even know they need. This unique alarm clock will make it awfully difficult for even the most sound sleepers to miss a morning meeting ever again. Each time he presses snooze, the clock will move further away from him, ultimately forcing dad to start his day in order to turn off the alarm. Available in a variety of colors, including black, red, gold, silver, and white.
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Cuisinart Coffee-Spice Grinder
This grinder works with nuts, spices, coffee beans, seeds and more. Powered by a heavy-duty motor with simple push-top operation, it's an essential item for the dad who loves the daily ritual of grinding his own coffee.
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Dad's Own Cookbook
Some dads love cooking, while others can't tell a paring knife from a steak knife. This cookbook is for father figures in the latter category. This foolproof cookbook features basic how-tos, including how to properly handle a knife, as well as 150 recipes that will impress the entire family.
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DIY Sushi Kit
Dads who love sushi may enjoy this kit that guides him through the art of making the Japanese delicacy. It includes step-by-step instructions, recipes, a bamboo rolling mat and supplies for eight rolls (the only thing you'll have to buy separately are the fresh ingredients).
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DrizzleStik Flex Golf Bag Umbrella
The golf-savvy dad will appreciate this umbrella's exceptional club protection in windy and rainy conditions on the green. With a 54-inch extended length and 36-inch collapsed length, the umbrella's flexible bending head allows for easy club access and its inner liner keeps precious cargo from getting scratched.
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Dad's Playbook
Consider this a funny Christmas gift for dad from a toddler. An instruction manual of sorts, this tome tackles one of the most difficult tasks of all time: parenting. Inside he'll find inspiring quotes for rookie dads, advice on being a leader, scoring under pressure, and encouraging team spirit from some of the most famous coaches in sports.
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Everest Gym Bag
Dads who frequent the gym will appreciate this functional and durable gym bag featuring a designated pocket for smelly shoes, dirty laundry, or wet gear. Other features include an extra-spacious main compartment with a steel zippered clamshell opening, two front zippered pouches, an adjustable padded shoulder strap, and Velcro close handles.
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Logitech Harmony 665 10-Device Universal Remote
Great Christmas gifts for dads are hard to come by, but this device will keep him from fumbling when all he wants to do is turn on Sunday football. This functional remote works with a range of devices (more than 270,000 to be exact), from basic cable to Apple TV, and can combine up to 10 remotes in one versatile unit.
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NutriBullet by MagicBullet
For the health-conscious dad, the NutriBullet is a great tool to help him create his favorite smoothies and juices. It's a real workhorse—it can crack through stems, shred tough skins, and break down the toughest of foods to extract the nutrients inside. A recipe book is included to help dad come up new nutritious concoctions.
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Smartphone Sanitizer
A great gift for new dads determined to protect their child from germs, this unique sanitizer uses specialized ultra-violet lights to disinfect his phone while it charges. It's large enough to accommodate most smartphones and comes with a micro USB charging cable that can be easily switched out to fit a phone's specific requirements. The case even has built-in acoustic amplifiers so Dad can listen to music or use the phone's alarm at the same time.
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Rabbit Automatic Electric Corkscrew
You can't deny the usefulness of this great Christmas gift for dad. The electric corkscrew removes a wine bottle's cork on contact and then ejects it. It works on almost all types of corks, excluding plastic, and is available in black, red, or silver.
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Smoker Box
Dad can turn his basic grill into an outdoor smoker with this compact box. Designed to fit inside a grill, it features a solid tray ideal for wood chips or herbs, while a perforated tray is stacked on top to circulate heat and smoke. The result is hearty wood-smoked flavor for meats, fish, and even vegetables.
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Tech Tools Retro Heated Smart Travel Mug
For dads on the go, this stainless steel travel mug not only keeps coffee hot, but also has the ability to re-heat it. The smart mug comes with a DC adapter that plugs into a car's cigarette lighter outlet and features an analog temperature gauge so dad knows just how hot his coffee is at all times.