Finding impressive birthday gifts for him might cause you to be at a standstill. The guy in your life could be difficult to shop for or just claim he doesn’t need anything. What do you do when he’s no help and you are determined to find the ideal birthday gift ideas for him?
Our delightful gift guide has the best gifts around to make him happy on his birthday, from small, creative gifts to professional and stylish presents he’ll love. Check out these thoughtful birthday gifts for men he’ll enjoy all year long.
73 Best Birthday Gift Ideas for Him
Make this birthday grand for your favorite guy with these awesome birthday gifts for him.
Beard Growth Kit
Get creative with your birthday gifts for him when you give him this stylish set of beard grooming accessories he’ll appreciate. This kit has personal care items to promote beard growth and help maintain a healthy beard. From beard oil and growth serum to a beard roller and traditional beard tools, he’ll have all he needs to grow the manliest beard the world’s ever seen.
Jerky Gift Basket
The man in your life gets a big birthday surprise when you give him this fun jerky gift basket for his big day. The 20-piece snack bag has summer sausages, meat and cheese bundles, and tons of snack sticks with flavors as varied as teriyaki honey ham and sriracha jerky. He’ll have a party in a bag and be able to celebrate all day long.
Phone Docking Station
Your favorite birthday guy will get so much use from this top phone docking station when he sets it up in his bedroom or on his next. The ash-tree wooden material makes for a classy design, while the organizational set-up includes special areas for a cell phone to charge, glasses, watches, and other small accessories.
Tactical Pen
This tactical pen is more than just a survival tool. It’s one of the more cool birthday gift ideas for him that stands out. The multitool pen includes a flashlight, a glass-breaking tool, and other everyday abilities, which makes it a gift for guys that keeps on giving. He won’t forget it also writes like a dream, making it the perfect pen to say “Happy Birthday.”
BBQ Tools Set
The man in your life will be super excited about this professional set of BBQ tools to make his next outdoor grilling event an awesome one. The 19-piece set comes in an attractive aluminum case and has everything he needs. The tongs, grill brush, and basting brush will make his work easier, while the skewers and corn holders will set him up for the most delicious meals possible.
Personalized Compass
This personalized compass is a thoughtful way to let the man you know believe he’s going in the right direction. His birthday will mean so much more when he’s got this handsome brass compass in his hands. You can customize a message to him so he can cherish the birthday wishes that were made just for him and keep the compass close by for a long time to come.
Masculine Spa Gift Set
Your favorite guy can get his pampering on with this luxury-laden spa gift set. The nine-piece set is specially crafted for guys’ personal needs, like a balm for his heels, two different soaps, shower steamers, and a whiskey-inspired scented candle. He can have a spa day his way and have you to thank for making it happen.
Personalized Knife
You can give this personalized knife to a guy you know and be sure that he’ll be touched by the unique elements of the accessory. The handmade folding knife is made from Damascus steel and is customized with his name. The leather pouch and beautifully special design will keep this man’s keepsake on his favorites list for some time.
Shiatsu Neck & Back Massager
Give the man in your life this powerful shiatsu massager for the neck and back, and watch him take the weekend for some self-care. The impressive massage chair is as close as he’ll get to having a professional-strength massage chair at home. The chair offers shiatsu, rolling, vibration, compression techniques, and heat to turn his personal session into full-on therapy.
Whiskey & Rum Making Kit
Get the man you know started as a DIY rumrunner with this super-fun whiskey and rum making kit. The cool-looking cask can be used to formulate his own bourbon, rum, or whiskey in just two weeks’ time. His personally-made concoctions may become the hit of his birthday party (but you can still bring him something to drink while he’s deep in the liquor-making process.
Polarized Sunglasses
When you give these trending polarized sunglasses to the birthday boy you know, you can inject some cool into his accessories collection. The polarized lenses won’t let him down when it comes to seeing crystal clear and in living color. He may begin to depend on these stylish, simple sunglasses to ensure a successful day when out in the world.
Lacoste Watch
You can impress the man you care about on his birthday with this unique Lacoste watch in white. The Japanese quartz movement and silicone band give this watch a modern, manly feel. He can treasure this keepsake just as much as a traditional one while telling time the old-fashioned way.
Harley Davidson Personalized Print
This Harley Davidson personalized print will make a fine addition to any guy’s home decor when he wants to make it stand out. The inventive cloud portrait uses customized phrases of your choosing to make this piece of art super-personal on his birthday and long after the festivities have died down.
Portable Neck Fan
There’s no reason this portable neck fan can’t make your favorite dude’s birthday extra-special and cooler at the same time. This useful bladeless neck fan can easily offer a gentle breeze while he’s jogging, exercising, or just reading a book. The small but palpable birthday gift has the opportunity to become his favorite item day to day.
DIY Hot Sauce Kit
You can almost guarantee a good time for the man in your life when you give him this DIY hot sauce kit for his birthday. The 26-piece kit has everything he needs to become the master hot sauce creator in no time. From a selection of flavorful chiles to the spice packets and bottles needed for personal production, his birthday hot sauce can make it memorable.
Hanging Toiletry Bag
Your favorite guy will thank you for giving him this hanging toiletry bag for all his personal care needs. The four internal pockets and handsome design of this Dopp kit will keep all his gentlemanly items safe and organized, while the water-resistant feature will do the same. Wherever he goes, this toiletry bag won’t be far behind.
Nut Gift Basket
There’s nothing stale about giving a gift basket of delicious snacking nuts to the birthday man. This six-nut assortment includes awesomely unique flavors like Chili Con Lemon, Glazed Cashews, and Tamari Almonds. He may even be inspired to break it out during his birthday celebration and hope there’s some left after the guests have gone home.
Monocular Smartphone Holder
This cool monocular smartphone holder is one of the best birthday gifts for men that doesn’t have to be super-expensive to impress. The device hooks up to any smartphone and can bring objects twelve times closer for easy viewing. Whether he’s at a performance and wants to get a better look or is in the great outdoors, this unique gadget will make his outing more interesting.
Stress Relief Candle Set
Bring some much-needed relaxation to the birthday guy in your life with this thoughtful set of man-centric stress-relief candles. The set of six ManKandles each has a unique scent and features an inspirational quote to encourage calm in the guy you want to celebrate. The scents and the words will do their part whenever he needs to take a moment to find some peace.
Bluetooth Speaker
You can offer some high-level sound quality and a gorgeous vivid design to your favorite guy with this wireless Bluetooth speaker that makes one of the best birthday gifts for boyfriends out there. The classic look is compounded with the water-resistant feature and the amazing sound that will make his birthday party music rock on his special day and long after it’s over.
Smart Notebook
There’s no reason your favorite guy’s notebook should have to be old-fashioned when you can give him this “smart” notebook. It’s made up of 36 reusable pages that can be wiped clean every time he wants to start over. He can even use the Rocketbook app to transform his notes into a digital record. You can get him started by writing “Happy Birthday” on page one.
Wall Mounted Ski Bottle Opener
Get sporty for the guy celebrating a birthday in your life with this awesome wall-mounted bottle opener made from a recycled ski. The handmade wall decor will look amazing on his wall, and he’ll enjoy opening a beer or other beverage with ease. The ski features a velcro area for sticking a can to if he’d like to catch his bottle caps in an organized way.
Obsidian Bracelet
You can bring a handsome reminder of your favorite guy’s birthday into his life and onto his arm with this impressive obsidian bracelet. The brilliant green tiger’s eye and the obsidian will provide a beaded bracelet that he can wear with just about anything he likes. The crystal is associated with courage, which is a thoughtful gift for any birthday.
Donut Hole Mug
Men everywhere might swap their birthday cake for donuts once they have this fun donut hole mug. The novelty mug is the ideal way to have coffee and a donut on his birthday or any day he likes. The mug has a special compartment that is the ideal shape of a donut and can hold said donut safely while he sips his morning brew.
Custom Face Socks
Bring a big smile to the face of the man in your life with these surprising custom face socks. You can have the socks personalized easily with your favorite photograph of the birthday boy, which will be printed all over the socks themselves. He can celebrate himself on his special day or anytime he wants to see himself on his own feet.
Lace Up Loafers
Sometimes, the simplest birthday gifts for men are the best, especially when you can give them these classic, yet modern lace up loafers he can wear just about anywhere he likes. The comfortable loafer works no matter the season and has the ultimate support whether he’s working or taking the time out to play.
Mars Dust Globe
There are few gifts for men that will stay with them as much as this incredible Mars dust globe keepsake. The globe turns the idea of a traditional snow globe on its head by creating a realistic Mars dust storm with a few shakes. The globe features the details of a Mars surface, along with an adult and child astronaut exploring the solar system in due course.
Mini Basketball Hoop
Make sure the guy you care about has a ball on his birthday and every day after, with this miniature basketball hoop he can keep on his desk or any surface. The backboard adheres easily so he can toss the ball into the net all throughout his workday or anytime he decides he wants to be a big basketball star.
BBQ Bible Book
You can get the dude you know barbecuing successfully after his next birthday when he’s got this BBQ Bible on his hands. The step-by-step guide to the art of smoking will introduce him to the beauty of smoking meats (and everything else) or refine his love for smoking and make it one of the things about him you can’t get enough of.
Bluetooth Record Player
This Bluetooth record player will bring the old world into the new for the guy you care for with its smart style. The vintage feel of the wood record player will make him feel like he’s worshiping all that is old school music, while the modern tech abilities of the bluetooth will play any digital music he likes on the outstanding speakers.
Laptop Backpack
This multi-functional laptop backpack will offer so much for the guy you know and be a practical and much-needed addition to his life. The water-resistant backpack has a USB charging port and room for a laptop and much more. The lightweight backpack will provide support no matter how much he’s got with him at all times.
Satin Loungewear Set
Invite the birthday boy in your life into the lap of luxury with this romantic satin loungewear set for men. The two-piece set includes a silky, handsome robe and matching shorts he can wear as he lounges or sleeps through the night. He’ll feel like the king of all comforts every time he slips on this manly lounge set.
Growler Beverage Dispenser
Guys can serve their favorite beverages in this professional-grade growler for their big birthday bash. The top-notch carbonation system will keep whatever beverage he’s got in mind fresh for a very long time. He can get creative in the brewing industry, the soda business, or just whatever he likes to make, drink, and serve at home.
Customized Bobblehead Figure
You can get super customized for the birthday guy you know with this amazing handmade bobblehead figure. With a photograph and other pertinent info, the birthday man will receive a specially crafted bobblehead that takes all the details of his appearance and preserves it in this personalized bobblehead keepsake.
Birthday Gift Box
When the man you care about celebrates his next birthday, give him everything he could want in one festive birthday gift box. This set has all the male gadgetry your guy will love, including a tactical multitool pen, tool belt, and folding knife, plus a fun tumbler that tells him just how awesome he actually is.
Personalized Retro Gamer Pint Glass
You can bring your favorite adult gamer guy back in time for his birthday with this personalized retro-style gamer glass. The handmade pint glass is customized with all the details of your special video gamer aficionado so he is permanently part of the game imagery on the glass. He can power up when he drinks from it and keep it as a memory of an awesome birthday.
Soda Siphon
Set up your favorite guy for his birthday party and all the gatherings he has in mind when you give him this cool and useful soda siphon. With an additional CO2 charger, he can consistently make his own soda water for fruity beverages and craft cocktails alike. The stylish design will look great in his home bar or kitchen and be ready to party anytime he is.
Portable Espresso Machine
One of the coolest coffee gifts for guys on their birthday is this impressive portable espresso machine. The machine works with the power of manly muscle since it’s not electric or automatic. All he needs to do is fill the machine with his favorite roast, hot water, and get pumping. Before he knows it, a life-giving cup of coffee will stand before him, ready for anything.
Cocktail Smoker Kit
The man in your life will be so excited when you give him this updated version of a trendy cocktail smoker kit. The best kind of DIY is in store for him with the set containing a cocktail smoker, torch, and four different types of wood chips, including apple, cherry, pecan, and oak woods. You’ll be served a smoky, tasty cocktail very soon if he has anything to say about it.
Personalized Wallet
Getting a wallet for a man on his birthday just got more interesting with this functional yet customized wallet for him. The bi-fold wallet is leather-lined and features a special message he will cherish every time he opens it. The wallet is roomy and organized for his cash and cards, while the sentiment of the loving message will keep him feeling like the richest man around.
Liquor Bottle Thermos
Make his birthday bottle of wine and all the bottles he’ll enjoy after even better with this unique liquor bottle thermos. The stainless steel insulated bottle thermos will fit most typical wine bottles and chill his favorite vintage in no time. He can pop wine into his backpack and have it chilled just in time for that special birthday hike or outdoor event.
Guitar Patent Print Set
This unforgettable four-piece guitar-patent print set is a rocking way to welcome the man you know into another year of life. The vintage-style wall art decor displays images from actual patents of iconic guitars, from the Gibson to the Fender and beyond. He’ll have the coolest wall this side of the Rock n’ Roll Hall of Fame, thanks to you.
Ice Ball Glass Set
This ice ball and glass set can help provide perfect ice cubes for the birthday guy you know. The set contains a specially designed rocks glass with the ideal curves to house the awesome ice cubes he’ll be making using the included ice ball mold. The globes of ice he can create will have a part in a super-refined glass of scotch or whiskey.
Heated Vest
Let this heated vest harness the power of modern technology, along with some toasty heat, for the man you know on his birthday. The comfortable vest includes seven heated panels which will offer even adjustable heat whenever he needs it, from a ski trip to a camping outing. He can warm up right wherever he’s at and not worry about it ever again.
Wooden Coffee Mug
This extraordinary wooden coffee mug will impress even the pickiest guy who says he doesn’t need another mug for his birthday. The Viking-style mug has a rustic design and is handcrafted from Jujube wood. He can drink his morning coffee or his special Viking-style brew in the great outdoors since this coffee mug works for all occasions.
Exfoliating Soap For Men
Men exfoliate too—and they can use this helpful, luxurious soap made for men to start exfoliating on their next birthday. You can provide them with the naturally created soap to keep their problem areas soft, supple, and renewed while giving off the scent of cedarwood and oak moss they’ll be sure to love.
Marshall Mini Amplifier
Get your favorite birthday man ready to rock with this cool (and cute) miniature Marshall amplifier. It’s got volume control, tone control, and a headphone jack when he needs to keep his creativity to himself. He can play his own birthday song at his party or practice no matter where he and his guitar happen to find themselves.
Multitool Axe
When you combine the useful qualities of a multi-tool with the beauty of an axe, you’ve got yourself a 100% cool tool birthday gift for the guy in your life. This tool axe is loaded with mini gadgets he can utilize whenever he needs them. From a glass breaker and hammer to a pair of pliers and a bottle/can opener, he’ll be set for anything his next year of life brings.
Magnetic Tool Kit
Your favorite dude can use the power of magnets available in this magnetic tool kit to have a ton of fun looking for treasure in new and unusual places. The five-piece telescoping set of tools has it all, like an LED flashlight, swivel mirror, pick-up rod, and more. The set will come in handy for practical situations or be a great time for other such pick-up adventures.
Pizza Socks Box
Check out the smile on the face of the guy you give this box of pizza socks to on his birthday. A smile may arise at the sight of the softest pizza he’s ever seen in a perfect pizza box. The smile will likely continue once he sees the pizza is really four pairs of colorful pizza socks he can wear whenever he wants to get one more smile in for the day.
London Fog Golf Jacket
A classic design and style like the one featured with this London Fog golf jacket can bring something very special into the life (and closet) of the man you know having a birthday. The lightweight jacket will work for a great game of golf or most any other situation he comes by this year, from work and social outings to his birthday bash.
Fender Cutting Board
When you can’t give the birthday-celebrating guy in your life his own fantasy rock concert, you can provide him with this entertaining Fender cutting board for his kitchen. The bamboo wood guitar-shaped board will serve him well no matter what awesome meal he decides to make for both himself and his loved ones.
Shiitake Mushroom Log Kit
This shiitake mushroom log kit is a terrific and unusual way to bring DIY into your favorite guy’s birthday gift. All he has to do is soak the recovered log in water and keep it in a cool, dark place for six weeks. With every new soaking cycle, he can have a whole new collection of sumptuous shiitake mushrooms to use in his favorite meals.
Wet Shave Kit
This elegant wet shave kit will bring a simple, calming ritual back into the life of the man you know. The kit includes an Earl Grey shaving soap and a shaving brush in a hanging stand so he can get to work on himself in the most relaxing (and nicely scented) way possible. This shaving kit is a small, but thoughtful gift for the guy you care about on his birthday.
Bluetooth Beanie
You’ll be bringing music back into the life of the guy you know with this inventive, updated Bluetooth beanie hat. Not only will he love the warmth and coziness of the beanie itself, but relish the Bluetooth headphones built into the beanie. He can enjoy all his favorite music while exercising, jogging, walking the dog, or just enjoying nature.
Unusual Knowledge Book
This Book of Unusual Knowledge is so entertaining that it will impress the birthday guy in your life even in a world filled with Google and the Internet. The massive book is filled with unique facts, along with anecdotes and games to cram his brain with all the information he may or may not need but certainly can’t wait to read about and absorb.
Stuffed Burger Press
You won’t have to promise the guy in your life an unforgettable birthday burger when he’ll be able to create one himself when you give him this stuffed burger press. The easy-to-use press has a removable plate so he can make a burger and stuff it with anything his heart desires (or anything he finds in the recipe book) and have a memorable birthday burger in no time.
Personalized Journal
Give the man you care about one more reason to make his own birthday keepsake with this personalized journal to get him started. The handsome journal is crafted from water buffalo leather and has a stylish wrap-around strap so he can keep his personal thoughts safe and sound. His story will only get better with age and now he can start writing it all down.
Pizza BBQ Set
Combine the awesome worlds of pizza and BBQ for the guy you know with this unique pizza BBQ set he can cook with any time he likes. The set comes with a pizza stone, pizza peel, and pizza cutter so he can grill pizza and flatbreads in a BBQ style on his grill. The unforgettable flavor of a grilled pizza may be the coolest birthday gift he can receive.
Birthday Whiskey Glass
This birthday whiskey glass doesn’t pretend to be like other birthday glassware. Your favorite guy will feel blessed and delighted by the snarky, fun feel of this rocks glass. It features a birthday cake design and the words “Happy Somethingth Birthday,” so he knows that the age he’s turning is his own business and no one else’s. The laughter and love may never stop.
Beer Preserver
This super-fun beer preserver is a unique way to keep a man’s beer or beverage right-side-up while preventing spills. The small can cover looks just like a life preserver and can work to preserve the life in his beer while keeping it cool at the same time. He may arrive at your next beach outing or camping trip showing off this all-too-important life preserver with pride.
IZOD Slippers
You can make any guy’s next birthday toasty and warm with these classically stylish IZOD slippers he can wear when his birthday party is over and every day has come to an end. The rubber sole will keep him stable, while the memory foam cushioning will make him forget all the trials of his day. Actually, he may just decide to start wearing the slippers AT his birthday party.
Men's Skin Care Kit
Just when you think a skin care kit is only made for a woman’s birthday, this men-focused skincare kit came along. The birthday boy in your life will appreciate the collection, including a moisturizer, a microdermabrasion scrub, a foaming cleanser, and an eye cream to round out the set. He’ll look amazing before he knows it and look fully recovered from his birthday festivities.
Lightsaber Chopsticks
Make his next meal really fun and interesting when you give him these lightsaber chopsticks for his birthday. The Star Wars-themed chopsticks work wonders and will light up in a brilliant blue anytime he needs some science-fiction with his bowl of noodles. The sticks will provide a pleasant surprise on his big day and keep his childlike wonder alive and well.
Shower Steamers Set
The man you know who’s having a birthday may need this set of shower steamers quickly once his birthday celebration comes to a close. The set of six aromatherapy-filled steamers will transform his shower into a spa-like experience. Each steamer is geared for a particular need, from the immune system to stress relief. He’ll count on them all to keep working for him.
Screen Magnifier
This screen magnifier will bump up any guy’s ordinary content viewing experience into something special in a flash. The 14-inch magnifier works with any smart device to project a much larger image, along with crisp, clear audio, thanks to the Bluetooth speaker in the system. The birthday gift of casual viewing turned into a movie house experience will prove invaluable.
Fishing Lures Tumbler
Fishermen and guys who simply love the great outdoors will get happy quickly with this practical, fun tumbler. The BPA-free tumbler features a fishing lure design that will stand out from other everyday tumblers while providing a safe place for his daily beverages no matter what adventure he’s sent off on.
Crocs Clogs
Crocs are the ultimate ode to comfort and you can be the one to give these pillars of comfort to your favorite guy for his birthday. The clogs are dependable and offer tons of support for him whether he’s on his feet all day or taking off on a long outdoor journey. The breathable clogs can come along with him wherever he decides to go.
Espresso Bourbon Coffee
As far as birthday treats for guys go, this coffee crafted with a delectable combination of espresso and bourbon will leave an unforgettable impression on the man you know. The caffeinated whole-bean coffee is made in a Kentucky bourbon whiskey barrel and brewed with notes of black cherry, chocolate, and toffee, not to mention some of the best coffee around.
Hydroponic Growing System
This tech-forward hydroponic growing system included a self-lit group of pods that guys can use to grow their favorite vegetables and herbs with ease. Tell your favorite dude “Happy Birthday” with the gift of a thriving garden he can have a hand in creating. The system will get it done for him and leave him with a delicious array of fresh fare when he needs it.
Drone With Camera
There’s no reason you can’t bring some childlike fun into the life of the guy you know. The drone is easy enough for a teen to figure out while entertaining enough for an adult to keep enjoying time after time. The helicopter drone comes with a camera that works with his smartphone so he can monitor his important journeys into the sky and have a ball while doing so.
Magnetic Wristband
This magnetic wristband can provide the perfect place for the birthday boy you know to safely keep anything he needs to on his wrist. The cuff bracelet offers hand coverage and uses magnets to attract anything he needs, from drill bits to his smartphone. His next DIY project or special task will go smoother than ever with the help of this magnetic accessory nearby.
Coffee Mug Warmer Set
You can make the birthday of the man in your life the best one yet with this awesome coffee mug warmer set. The touch screen temperature plate comes with a perfectly suited mug that will evenly distribute the heat of the plate for the ideally warm cup of coffee or tea. He can enjoy this techie gift to make the little moments in his life even more special.