“What is the best gift for a man?” must be one of the hardest questions ever asked. Scientists have been studying men’s gifts for centuries and the best they’ve come up with is, “not socks”. Which is useful, up to a point.
It helps to remember that the whole point of buying a present for a man – as with gifts for women – is to show not just that you love him but why you love him. If you appreciate the way he cooks, his skills in the garden, his love of music or his sense of adventure, you can show him with the right choice of present.
We’ve found 29 men’s gift ideas that should cover all those bases – but if you’re in a rush, here’s a quick look at the key five:
What are the best gifts for men in 2024? At a glance
How much should you spend on a gift for him?
Naturally it depends on your budget, which is why we’ve divided the gift ideas below into price bands. All are available online. Where next-day delivery is available, we’ve marked it below to help you find the best last-minute gifts. The others may take a little longer to arrive.
From personalised gifts to crowdpleasing comestibles, one of these should make the man in your life feel loved, valued and proud to have such a thoughtful person in his life. Don’t forget to remind him of that as you hand it over.
Best gifts for men under £50
1. Car scent diffuser
Best value gift for men
We like: personalisable with his own fragrance