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Weirdest Gadget to Gift
LG StandbyME Go 27″

Dads love weird gadgets. This suitcase-style-TV is weird, no doubt about it. I’s also incredibly fun to use, which is why we gave it an Esquire Gadget Award back when it released in 2023.
Best Projector for Dad
Samsung The Freestyle – Gen 2

TVs are old news. His man cave needs a smart-enabled projector. This one is affordable enough to get as a gift.
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For the Bird Watcher
Bird Buddy Smart Solar Pro Bird Feeder

If he’s the type to sit on the deck and watch the birds, get him this smart bird feeder that livestreams straight to his phone. This one is solar powered too!
Best Dumbphone
Lively Jitterbug Flip2

If the smartphone life is a bit too hectic for ole dad, it’s time to get him an old school flip phone. He will be able to text on his phone and use his record player for music.
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Dad’s First Mechanical Keyboard
Monsgeek FUN60 keyboard

Get your dad into the trendiest tech-y hobby among dads: mechanical keyboards. Start him off with this FUN60 keyboard and he will be pulling keycaps and swapping out switches in no time. Great for PC gamer dads, as well.
For the Dad who Works From Home
Dell 34 Plus USB-C Curved Monitor

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For Family Karaoke Night
VIZIO MicMe 2.1 Karaoke Soundbar

If karaoke is a thing in your house, this might just be your dad’s new favorite toy. Basically a solid soundbar with microphones. We had a lot of fun with it.
For the New or Expecting Father
Baby Brezza Baby Bottle Sterilizer and Dryer

Give the new dad in your life a break from washing and drying the baby bottles. A task which he is definitely in charge of and more than capable of doing without assistance.
Best Gift For Dad’s Green Thumb
AeroGarden Sprout

If your dad has a green thumb, this is one of the coolest gifts you can get him. Using LED lights to grow an herb garden will blow his mind and you’ll taste the difference come dinner time.
Improve Dad’s Sleep
Oura Ring Gen3 Horizon

The chances that your dad will develop sleep apnea over the next few years may be higher than you think. Get him into the Oura routine so he can detect signs early. Sleep apnea aside, a well rested dad is important.
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For Dad’s DVD Collection
Sony Blu-ray DVD Player

If you’re dad is of a certain vintage, he may love physical media. Get him a simple media player for his DVDs and Blu-rays.
Dad’s Next Favorite Movie
Conclave – Blu-ray + Digital

And while you’re at it, get him the most Dad movie of the last year. Just in time for the 2025 papal conclave.
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De-clutter Dad’s Desk
Belkin MagSafe 3-in-1 Wireless Charger Stand

It will charge his devices and keep them out of his way, freeing up nightstand space. More room for books, or whatever Dad does with his free time.
Best Smart Speaker for Dad
Sonos Sonos Era 100 Wireless Speaker

A wireless speaker for any type of dad. The audiophile dad, the tech dad, the dad who listens to Jimmy Buffet. They will all love the Sonos Era 100.
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Best Gift for The PlayStation Dad
PlayStation Portal Remote Player

All the other video games and accessory prices are going up. Not the portal. So get it for Dad while it’s still only $200. He will be able to play God of War: Ragnarok and MLB: The Show in bed.
For the Forgetful Dad
Tile Sticker – Small Bluetooth Tracker

Off-brand AirTags that will confuse tech-ignorant dads a lot less.
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Best Bathroom Gift
FLAUS Electric Flosser

Dental health is important at any age. Pay him back for paying for your braces.
Best Desk Doohickey
Cubebot

Not technology, technically, but a fun lil gift for any dad who is into tech, mechs, or robots. An essential fidget toy for nervous Gen X dads who want to make a Metal Gear on their desk.
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Most Practical Travel Gift
Apple AirTag 4-Pack
Apple’s most useful invention of recent memory. Whenever he loses a bag, wallet, or other precious item, he’ll be able to know exactly where it is.
Most Practical Wallet to Gift
Furid AirTag Wallet
Speaking of AirTag Wallets, here is one of our favorites. It can store up to 12 cards.
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