Most Useful Gifts For Men 2021
20 Gifts the Guy in Your Life Will Actually Use — Trust Us on These
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There's nothing worse than getting someone a gift that ends up sitting on a shelf collecting dust. If you give a gift that's actually useful, though, there's a very high likelihood that it'll go into your recipient's permanent rotation. As you continue checking everyone off your holiday gift list, give the guy in your life these 20 items; they're awesome, fun, and will actually get used.
Whether the guy in your life likes cooking or travelling, there's something he'll want to unwrap immediately. We're especially into the cosy sweaters and cool tech gadgets. Keep on reading to shop our selects!
Cosy Slippers: UGG Ascot Slippers
Slippers are one of those presents people always want to have, but rarely ever buy for themselves. These UGG Ascot Slippers ($110) are elegant and oh so cosy.
A Weekend Duffle: Baboon To The Moon Go-Bag Big
This Baboon To The Moon Go-Bag Big ($199) is the perfect weekend duffle. Plus, it looks incredibly cool. It comes in a few colours, but you can never go wrong with dark blue.
A Classic Sweater: J.Crew Cashmere Crewneck Sweater
There's always room in the closet for a great sweater. This J.Crew Cashmere Crewneck Sweater ($148) is soft and luxurious, and is one they'll return to again and again.
For the Tech Lover: Oblio Wireless Charger & UV Cleaner
This Oblio Wireless Charger & UV Cleaner ($80) is the perfect gift for this year. It does double duty as both a charger and cleaner.
For BBQ'er: Smokeless Portable Fire Pit and Grill
This Smokeless Portable Fire Pit and Grill ($20-$250) is great for campers or even someone who has a small outdoor space. We have a feeling the person who loves to BBQ will truly get excited to open it.
A Cool Water Bottle: Larq Self Cleaning Water Bottle
If they don't want to clean their water bottle every couple of days, they needs this water bottle. This Larq Self Cleaning Water Bottle ($95) is such a genius invention; it cleans itself via UV light.
Great For Travelling: Oscaurt Antitheft Travel Backpack
Travel in style thanks to this convenient Oscaurt Antitheft Travel Backpack ($38). He'll use it for work, trips, and everything in between.
For Someone Who's Always Writing: Rocketbook Everlast Smart Reusable Notebook
This Rocketbook Everlast Smart Reusable Notebook ($25, originally $30) will be their new favourite gadget. You can export the pages of the notebook to your email or Google Docs, and then just wipe them clean and start all over.
Noise Cancelling Headphones: Apple AirPods Pro
You can't go wrong with these Apple AirPods Pro ($197, originally $249). They make the perfect gift, and are a workout necessity. Everyone will want to unwrap these this year, this editor included (Hint, hint!).
A Genius Travel Device: Twelve South AirFly Pro
If they're always on a plane, they know the struggle of having wireless headphones, and having to pay the two dollars if they want to watch a movie on the plane television. That's why this Twelve South AirFly Pro ($46, originally $55) is so brilliant. You simply plug the device into the screen, and it syncs to your headphones, so you can now really use those AirPods on a plane!
For the Person Who Can't Get Enough TV: Roku Express HD Streaming Media Player
Simply plug this Roku Express HD Streaming Media Player ($30) into your TV and get access to all your favourite streaming sites.
For the Guy on the Go: MiniPresso GR Espresso Maker
If he's always running out the door, this is a great gift. His morning coffee fix just got that much better, thanks to this MiniPresso GR Espresso Maker ($55).
A Cool Plant Gift: Moma Design Store Self Watering Pot
This genius Moma Design Store Self Watering Pot ($34-$48) will impress them. The smart design waters their plants for them.
For the Wine Lover: Rabbit Automatic Electric Corkscrew
This Rabbit Automatic Electric Corkscrew ($50) is great for wine-lovers. It takes all the work out of opening the bottle.
If They Have Trouble Sleeping: Hatch Restore
The Hatch Restore ($130) is such an innovative bedside buddy that will lull them to sleep. It's a smart sleep assistant that prepares them for bed and to wake up with ease. It's a sound machine, a sunrise alarm, a smart light, a meditation app, and an alarm clock all in one sleek gadget.
For the Fast Food Fan: Maad "Fries on the Fly" Multi-Purpose Universal Car French Fry Holder
This Maad "Fries on the Fly" Multi-Purpose Universal Car French Fry Holder ($9) might be the best invention ever. The fast food fan in your life will be overjoyed.
A Reusable Mug: Stojo 16-Ounce Biggie Collapsible Cup
This Stojo 16-Ounce Biggie Collapsible Cup ($20) is smart, because they can easily pack it in their bag. It can go anywhere with them.
For the Athlete: Sof Sole Sneaker Balls Shoe, Gym Bag, and Locker Deodourizer
Anyone who spends a lot of time at the gym will be so grateful for this Sof Sole Sneaker Balls Shoe, Gym Bag, and Locker Deodourizer ($6). It's really a gift for everyone in their general vicinity.
For the Cook: Our Place Always Pan Set
The popular Our Place Always Pan Set ($145) is an editor favourite that customers just love. If they're into cooking, we think it'll make the perfect present.
An Ereader: Amazon Kindle Oasis
Sometimes the best way to get to the future is to embrace the past — and that's exactly what Amazon did with the Kindle Oasis ($300), which brings back everything people loved about the original Kindle and combines it with all the future tech of our dreams. It's waterproof and ultradurable, and it provides the best visuals in direct sunlight.
