The 42 Best Gifts for Your Boyfriend, According to Our Super-Finicky PureWow Staff

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Newsflash:Valentine's Dayandanniversariesaren't all about you. Yes, you should be showered with gifts andgourmet chocolates, but he deservesflowerstoo, even if he doesn't say it. That said, we know from experience that finding the best gifts for your boyfriend can be challenging, since he's conveniently the hardest toshopfor.

But thanks to PureWow staff, that's no longer the case. Whether he's intogrilling,campingor tech, he's guaranteed to love any of these 42 gifts for any birthday, holiday or special occasion. How do we know? Simple—we asked boyfriends, and they've spoken.

From a customizableTrade Coffee gift subscriptiontoPuffy sheets, these gifts will impress even the most chill boyfriend.

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1.Trade Coffee Gift Subscription

Best Customizable Gift

Whether he's a food snob or a guy who just appreciates a solid cup of Joe (or both), he'll appreciate this gift. You send an email certificate (or print one out), and he goes online to answer a few questions about his taste preferences. Then, he'll be sent a selection of more than 450 fresh-roasted, fair-trade coffees from more than 55 of the top indie roasters in the U.S. Just don't be surprised if he starts dropping descriptors like "fruit-forward" and "smoky" into breakfast chat.

2.lululemon ABC Pants

Best Fashion Pick

No matter his style, he’ll be smitten by these best-selling lululemon trousers. They have a four-way stretch and look presentable while still being sweatpants-comfy, thanks to the specially designed gusset that gives him extra room for comfortable sitting. Dabee Kaye, VP of Brand Partnerships at PureWow, says these are a dependable buy for her man: "My husband is obsessed with lululemon pants, shorts and sweatshirts. He actually has backups just in case. They're super comfortable and don't look sloppy, so he can wear them out."

Size range:26 to 50

3.含氧的咖啡机

For the Iced Coffee Lover

"The cold brew maker is super easy to clean and store, and it's so nice to have the concentrate in your fridge when you want a little coffee treat," says PureWow Senior Food Editor Katherine Gillen. A smooth, less acidic cold brew is his for the making with this cold brew maker/decanter. He’ll just need to pour his water in, let the grounds soak for 12 to 24 hours, and then, after it goes through a reusable stainless steel filter, enjoy a mood-elevating summer delight.

4.Cuisinart Ice Cream Maker

For the Dessert Lover

Next-level freshness has arrived with this countertop ice cream maker that he can add ingredients to, and voila, 25 minutes later, he's enjoying fruit- or chocolate-laced sorbets, gelatos and ice creams. "It’s so incredibly easy to use and clean," says PureWow Editor Abby Hepworth. "It makes about four pints at a time, quite quickly, I might add. I suggest pairing it with a stack of cute pint containers as well."

5.Nocs Provisions Binoculars

For the Outdoor Festival Goer

这些望远镜在12盎司,时钟less than five inches, so they look like a toy. But don’t worry, these are legit—they’re nitrogen-filled and O-ring sealed, so they won’t fog up or let water in and offer up to 10 times magnification. So he’ll be able to see his favorite artists up close and personal, without being in the stage front crush. Hepworth loves her pair of Nocs for athletic pursuits, too: "Really, the selling point is that they're so lightweight compared to older models, which means I don’t mind taking them on longer, harder hikes."

6.Hyperice Core Premium Bundle

For the Stressed-Out Guy

He’ll find meditation easy with this little wooden ball that connects via Bluetooth to his phone and narrates tw0-minute meditation sessions. The little Core device vibrates to demonstrate inhalations and exhalations, along with a meditation teacher’s audio coaching. "This is way more biohack than woo-woo," PureWow's Senior Editor says. "It not only helps him meditate but also gives him a record of his breathing pattern and heart rate after every session."

gifts-for-boyfriend: navy blue Birkenstock shoe
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7.Birkenstock Essentials Arizona Sandals

Best Shoes

After he’s done wearing these navy EVA sandals with bright socks like some sort of stateside Harry Styles, he can use them to get to the pool and back. "Brendan was gifted these Birkenstocks from another dude asking to be his groomsman," says PureWow Managing Editor Catrina Yohay of her guy's new favorite shoes. "And they're kinda great—super lightweight and perfect for the beach, pool and walking the dog. I'm not typically a fan of men in sandals...but these I like!"

Size range:8-8.5 to 13-13.5

8.We-Vibe Pivot

For the (Sex) Toy Lover

"This is a great toy for newbies and experienced sex toy fans," says one PureWow staffer who uses hers with her boyfriend. "On the regular, we use this together." Between the 100 vibration combinations and the waterproof design, there’s nowhere you can’t go, figuratively and literally, with this soft and stretchy silicone c-ring. It enables two hours of play on one charge and can be used with the We-Connect app for remote play when they're away.

9.Weber Original Kettle Premium Grill

For the Grill Lover

This classic charcoal option has a large cooking surface for direct and indirect heat and a one-touch cleaning system for easy mess removal post-feast. "There's something about a charcoal grill that men just love," says PureWow Editor-In-Chief Jillian Quint. "My husband loves the portability of this little guy, and we all love how much smokier our burgers and dogs taste compared to the gas grill."

10.Tommy Bahama Beach Chair

Best for Beachgoers

"Luke and I swear by this Tommy Bahama chair with backpack straps and cooler compartments in the back," says PureWow Affiliate Director Pamela Masin. You'll have him at the drink holder, but there’s also a cell phone slot and a bottle opener, as well as an extra tall backrest and thick armrests that can support up to 300 pounds of boyfriend—even though the chair itself only weighs 7.7 pounds (so he won’t mind hauling it from the car to the sand).

11.Velotric Discover 1 Bike

Best for Commuters

“无论你的伴侣住在一个城市或喜欢explore different parks in neighboring towns, an e-bike has all the fun of a traditional bike except the pedal assist helps to go further and faster, so they can check out places outside of their typical mileage or get to work in half the time," says Masin. The Velotric Discover 1 bike is reasonably priced for a Class 2 e-bike (which means it reaches 20mph, contrasted with a Class 3 e-bike that reaches 28mph). Plus, the Velotric comes with all the bells and whistles (literally—a bell and seven other accessories like a front light and toolkit are included at no extra charge). In six enamel colors, in two body styles (step-through and high-step), this baby goes up to 65 miles on a charge and is fully recharged after six hours.

12.John Hardy Band Ring

Best Small Gift

This beautiful sterling silver ring is treated to have a textured volcanic texture and has an inner band that rotates independently, making it a gorgeous trinket that he can play with like a fidget spinner. “As a champion debater in high school and college, I developed a habit of spinning my pen in one hand to alleviate pressure. But when I got to the real world, I needed a less distracting substitute for spinning a pen in high-pressure meetings,” one PureWow Senior Editor's boyfriend says. "This has got me through some hard times."

13.L.L. BeanClassic Supplex Shorts

Best for the Casual Swimmer

These swim shorts are eight inches long, so they’re not going to hike up and make him feel exposed, and they’re made with a bit of stretch so that if he decides to actually take up stand-up paddleboarding, these won’t constrict him. And Gillen says the chlorine and salt-resistant fabric means these trunks are going to look good for seasons to come: "My husband has multiple pairs, and they've held up over years of wear and tear with no fading or sagging, and he's taken them on multiple summer camping trips, too."

Size range:S to XXXL

14.Allswell Gel Cooling Pillow

Best for Restless Sleepers

"If you want his head to feel perfectly cradled—as in, feels-custom-fitted-to-his-skull—this is the pillow for him," says Executive Editor Candace Davison. "It took a few minutes to slowly sink into the gel memory foam (it’s that dense), but once I did, my head and neck felt comfortably aligned. It seemed to encourage me to sleep on my back, so I tossed and turned less during the night." She gave this pillow high marks for itsquality and coolingability, thanks to a layer of gel that really keeps a person’s noggin from trapping heat.

15.Ember Cappucino Mug

Best for Hot Drinks Fan

“我们两个灰烬杯家庭在这里的原因we both can't stand lukewarm coffee or having to run it over to the microwave every half hour for a heat up (plus we have a theory it doesn't taste as good post microwave)," says Yohay. "Even if we go out to get coffee, my husband pours his large Americano into the Ember mug the second we get home. In his own words, 'normally I chug my coffee to get it down while it's still hot, but I don't have to worry about that with the Ember mug. It extends the coffee drinking experience and makes it more enjoyable.'" This six-ounce smart mug and coaster lets you set the temperature of your drink between 120 and 145 degrees, and the rechargeable battery will keep it at that temperature for up to an hour and a half.

16.Bigcartfamily Custom Pet Portrait

For the Dog Owner

It’s no secret that Spot is his favorite sentient being, so you might as well embrace it. Send in a photo of his pet, and this Etsy seller will create a hand-painted watercolor portrait that your boyfriend will want to frame immediately. "No words can explain how amazing it turned out," one Etsy buyer shares. "I really wanted to get a handmade painting pet portrait for a gift, and I got exactly what I wanted!"

17.Retrospec Weekender Sup Board Kit

Best for Water Sports Fans

Davisonloves using this easily inflatable paddleboard and lauds its durability: "The board is made out of ArmorStrength PVC, so once inflated, it feels more like a classic paddle board than, say, a pool float." At just 17 pounds, the board fits into a backpack to get it from the car to the waves. Your boyfriend will like it, too, whether he's an experienced user or just wants to try a new water sport.

18.Solo Stove Bonfire

Best for Outdoorsmen

"We love our solo stove," says Quint. "It's the absolute best way to get a safe, smokeless fire going in our small yard, and a must-have for winter entertaining and s'mores-roasting. It's also the gift that keeps on giving because you can get your partner all the accouterments for future holidays." This sleek outdoor wood-burning firepit is portable—it weighs only 20 pounds—and safe and clean to use. Its unique design pulls hot air from the flame down back into the flame, so it’s smoke-free and fast to light.

19.Healthmate Heated Seat Cushion

Best for the Commuter

Davison uses this plug-in seat cushion year-round, deeming it one of the top five gifts she's ever been given. Why? "It’s fast-heating and great for soothing sore backs as well as just warming you up," she says. "And even though it’s cushiony, it doesn’t add a lot of bulk to your chair."

20.UncommonGoods A Sex Journal

UncommonGoods

For the Journaler

As UncommonGoods says, "the couple that journals together..." You can finish that sentence, but there's no better way to fuel his passion for writing than to buy him a sex journal. It's meant to help you both get on the same page about the bedroom and is packed with tips, quotes, exercises and writing prompts which will encourage him to explore new sexy heights with you. You're welcome.

21.Cuisinart AirfryerToaster Oven

For the Non-Cook

It’s got a toast shade selector if that’s all he does with it…but he has options of so much more thanks to a capacity to air fry up to 2.5 pounds (mmm, French fries).

22.Beachside Inn Getaway

Best for the Travel Buff

Experience is everything—so give your guy an unexpected and delightful weekend away, such as a trip to the Beachside Inn in Santa Barbara. It’s all about together time, and getting away from the deadlines and duties back home.

23.Suitshop Classic Black Tuxedo

Best for the Toastmaster

Why keep renting when he’ll need to have one of these forever…and he just looks so sharp in it! SuitShop offers a classic tux in slim and modern (a bit fuller-cut) styles, as well as short and regular sizing. And the lined jacket hangs nicely, while the unlined trousers are all-weather comfortable.

Size range:27 to 50

24.Southern Cigar Co. Box

Best for the Cigar Aficionado

Your boyfriend will enjoy a three-month subscription to this cigar box, each of which contains four premium, hand-rolled cigars. It also comes with a written description of how and where the cigars are made.

25.Yeti Hopper Flip Cooler

For the Picnic Fan

Whether he’s packing your favorite White Claw to bring to an outdoor music fest or packing some sammies for the ferry to your weekend home, this leakproof closed-cell rubber foam baby fits 12 cold drinks and keeps them all icebox-cold for longer. (Enclose awell-made icepackto keep the inside extra icy and less watery.)

26.Dark Horse Tackle Weekend Warrior Box

Best for the Fisherman

You can gift him a box of flies and other premium fishing essentials right to his door in this curated box that includes goodies that will be useful to newbies as well as seasoned bass catchers. And best of all, since pros put this together, you don’t have to learn anything about the pursuit yourself to still give a gift he’ll love.

27.Terrain Backyard Horseshoe Set

Best for the Backyard Gamer

Four metal horseshoes, two steel stakes, a rule book and a pine-carrying case make for some competitive fun, with little lawn space and no permanent installation required.

28.lululemon License To Train Shorts

Best for the Jock

Show him that you see his inner Ironman by gifting this pair of shorts, made of abrasion-resistant fabric with a seven-inch drop of the leg, sweat-wicking lining, as well as the prestige of the lululemon brand.

Size range:XS to XXXL

29.An Audible Membership

For the Podcast Fan

Set your boyfriend up with an Audible membership so he can mix in an audiobook—like Malcom Gladwell’sTalking to Strangersor David Sedaris’sThe Best of Me—every now and then. You have the option to gift a membership for one month, three months, six months or one year, and if he already has a membership, you can still send him credits to use for more book purchases.

30.Samsung The Frame Smart TV

Best for the Binge Watcher

You’re always cuddling up with him to watch the new Netflix series or sports tournament. So for both your sakes, splurge on this cult-favorite television, which has high-res clarity and looks like a picture frame when he's not watching it.

31.Foria Awaken Oil With CBD

Best Intimate Gift

This is for both of you—applied topically, it enhances sensation and boosts orgasm. Besides broad spectrum hemp extract and coconut oil, this is made of botanical infusions including stimulating organically-grown kava root, cinnamon and ginger, as well as organic essential oils including cardamom and peppermint. "It's subtle, which is a relief since I thought it might cause stinging like those plumping lip glosses," says one Foria reviewer. "But after I applied it and we got down to business, my climax was noticeably more intense after applying this oil. And my boyfriend experienced his own heightened sensation."

32.Shaving Kit For Men By Bevel

Best Last-Minute Gift

Introduce him to the pleasures of a glow-up with this six-piece personal care kit that includes not only a razor but also a vegan shave brush, shave cream, priming oil, skin balm and replacement blades. It’s not only a feel-good experience, it results in fewer bumps, ingrown hairs and skin irritation. (And thanks to Amazon Prime, it’s at his door in a snap.)

33.4everlightHeart Neon Sign

Best Sentimental Gift

Show him you have all the feelings for him, but don't be too cheesy. That's what this 11.9-inch tall wall hanging communicates with style.

34.Apple Watch SE1st Generation

Best for the Mac Guy

Does he watch his health and fitness metrics like a hawk? This watch will help him since it coordinates with Apple Health and whatever other apps he has on his iPhone. And if he’s sporty, he can feel confident that this waterproof watch and band can keep up with him no matter what sort of cross-training he undertakes.

35.The Nue Co. Magnesium Ease

For the Guy Who Needs Sleep

He'll appreciate you showing him how a rub of thismagnesium oilon his feet can really hasten shut-eye ("I swear by a couple of sprays of this, rubbed in, to signal to my body it's time to unwind," one The Nue Co. reviewer shares). This formula contains muscle-soothing arnica and a hint of relaxing lavender as well as magnesium oil, so it's also a stealth anti-stress weapon.

36.Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label

Best Anniversary Gift

No matter what you have planned—this bottle of Veuve is one of the world’s most famous champagnes, with a dry palette of fruit, brioche and vanilla to take them to the next level.

37.Terrain Bird Feeder

Best for the Bird Watcher

He can augment his time traipsing around the forest hunting the red-breasted sapsucker with the fine-feathered friends who are attracted to this copper-and-acrylic bird feeder (which actually looks attractive even without birds perched).

38.Apple Airpods Pro

Best for the Stealth Sports/Music/TV Fan

A gift of the latest iteration of Apple Airpods updates his ability to watch and listen to anything, any time, on say, a mobile device without having the TV blaring (hint, hint). And the three sizes of silicone tips, as well as their sweatproof design, mean he can be comfy wearing them for extended periods and when he works out.

39.Misfits Market Plan

Best for the Eco-Chef

他会欣赏每月盒“不合群”蔬菜(oddly shaped or sized) that would otherwise go to waste showing up at his door. And it will inspire him to create seasonal recipes for you both to enjoy.

40.Puffy Sheets

Best for Hot Sleepers

Viscose derived from bamboo is the secret behind these lightweight, breathable sheets that will allow him to sleep coolly and comfortably all night. And if he’s not super-satisfied, Puffy has a 101-night sleep trial refund.

41.Samsung 2.1 Channel Soundbar

For the Movie Lover

All that big-budget, surround-sound audio engineering need not be lost in your home, thanks to this speaker set that really amplifies and optimizes his sound quality.

For the Daredevil

Truth or dare was his favorite game when he was younger, so why not take him back down memory lane with this sexy version featuring 50 double-sided sticks with 100 prompts? One UncommonGoods shopper says he won't be disappointed: "I got this gift for my husband, and we both have been enjoying it! We tend to read and answer the truth side and then also attempt the dare every time we are together for intimacy. We have so many more sticks to explore, but we have loved every challenge we tried so far!"


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