RS Recommends: 21 Easy Valentine’s Day Gifts for Him to Pick Up Online
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Guys are notoriously hard to shop for, which can create some stress for any dudes’ partners come Valentine’s Day. But even if your boyfriend or husband has everything (or he refuses to ask for any gifts) we still think it’s worthwhile to get him something nice. To help find that romantic surprise, we rounded up some of the best Valentine’s day gifts for him to get this year.
What Are the Best Valentine’s Day Gifts for Him?
Valentine’s Day poses a different gifting challenge than other holidays or birthdays. The best Valentine’s day gifts for him are personal, but still useful in his everyday life. Our suggestion? Pick up something thoughtful (but not cheesy) and pair it with a heartfelt card.
Below are some of the best Valentine’s Day gifts for him that you can order online right now, including everything from top-notch tech to stylish clothing.
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Q Timex Reissue Watch
Watches always make great gifts. This year, one of our favorites is this Q Timex Reissue diver watch. Styled after old-school watches of the Seventies, the Reissue looks much more expensive in person than it is, ensuring that sought-after eye-widening when he unwraps it. Plus, it’s water-resistant up to 50 meters, so your gift is sure to survive swims, showers and rain.
Purchase: $179 at Timex
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Musician Tees
Know your man’s favorite band or artist? Head over to Amazon’s newly-launched Artist’s Merch Shop. It’s a huge collection of officially-licensed gear from just about every popular artist, including David Bowie, Ice Cube, The Beatles and dozens more. It’s much easier (and much cheaper) than scouring thrift shops for that vintage artist tee.
Purchase: $19.99+ at Artist’s Merch Shop on Amazon
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Hyperice Hypervolt Massage Gun
If your valentine is an athlete, gift one of these uber-popular Hyperice massage guns. Using percussive therapy, the compact device massages deep into muscle tissue for relief from fatigue, soreness and stress. Approved (and used) by pro athletes from Patrick Mahomes to Naomi Osaka, the gun’s quiet, brushless motor can be adjusted between three speeds depending on how gentle or intense of a massage you want.
Purchase: $249 at Amazon
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Opinel No. 7 Pocket Knife
Opinel’s highly affordable pocket knives hit way above their price range. Firstly, the French knives are beautiful (it’s been recognized as one of the “100 best designed items in the world” by the Victoria and Albert Museum). But, thanks to a hard carbon blade and a secure locking mechanism, the knife isn’t all looks: It’s durable and versatile enough for camping, everyday use or whittling.
Purchase: $15 at Amazon
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LEGO Star Wars Boba Fett Helmet
Yes, your husband or boyfriend would most likely love a LEGO set — no matter his age. There are actually several intricate, display-worthy LEGO sets designed for adults (check them out here).
Right now, we like this Boba Fett helmet as we nerd out over the latest Star Wars entry, The Book of Boba Fett. The set includes 625 pieces and should keep your man happily busy as he builds and displays the finished product.
Purchase: $51.99 at Amazon
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Sony WH-1000XM4 Noise-Cancelling Headphones
Whether he works from home, travels or just appreciates premium sound, these Sony WH-1000XM4 noise-canceling headphones make one of the best Valentine’s Day gifts for him.
As Sony’s latest flagship headphones, the WH-1000XM4s deliver exceptional active noise-cancellation powers and top-tier sound — no matter what you’re listening to.
The headphones are also very intelligent, adapting their noise-cancellation system depending on your environment. There are a lot of specs to discuss, but the short story is that the WH-1000XM4s let you enjoy music, podcasts and calls with better sound, all while commuting, relaxing at home or traveling.
Purchase: $348 at Amazon
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Handmade European Wooden Chess Set
Netflix’s 2020 miniseries The Queen’s Gambit spawned new chess lovers all over the world (us included). If your valentine falls into that category — or he’s always been a chess player — gift him this high-quality chess set. Both the pieces and the board are handmade out of wood, ensuring a substantial, satisfying feel with each move.
Purchase: $82.99 at Amazon
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Personalized Song Lyric Poster
Here’s an especially thoughtful gift: this Etsy creator makes personalized posters with song lyrics, memorializing favorite song lines. The posters themselves, which also include the artist and album names, are modern and well-designed, looking great in just about any interior. Multiple sizes, colors and yes songs, are available.
Purchase: $13.80+ at Etsy
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Todd Snyder Champion Jogger Sweatpant
Many guys have a knack for keeping loungewear that needs to be thrown away. If that’s the case with your man, or you just want to treat him to a nice pair of cozy pants, these sweats from Todd Snyder and Champion make one of the best Valentine’s Day gifts for him.
Combining Champion’s athleisure know-how and Todd Snyder’s sense of upscale fashion, the French terry sweatpants are comfortable enough to wear all day, yet stylish enough to be seen in a Zoom meeting if the camera accidentally goes under.
Purchase: $118 at Todd Snyder
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Fluance RT81 Record Player
As digital streamers still struggle to compete with the sound quality of analog record players, the latter has seen a steady resurgence in recent years. We’re big fans of record players as gifts because they’re part-audio luxury, part-throwback decor.
Boasting a solid wood plinth, an elliptical stylus and an aluminum rubber plate, this Fluance RT81 is a good choice for any music lover this V-Day.
Purchase: $299.99 at Amazon
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MasterClass Membership
With more than 100 courses taught by celebrity instructors from Gordon Ramsey to Bill Clinton to Spike Lee, everyone can find something to learn on MasterClass.
Gifting a membership also has benefits for both parties: the recipient can choose to take any (or all) of the available courses, and you, the giver, can send the gift digitally — no shopping, shipping or wrapping required.
Purchase: $180 per year at MasterClass
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Aesop Citrus Melange Body Cleanser
Here’s a way to elevate your loved one’s grooming routine. This unisex body cleanser from Aesop features natural citrus ingredients that work to gently scrub away grime, as well as a light, zesty scent. It’s a marked upgrade from cheap drugstore body washes, and you’ll likely be thanking yourself for the way your partner smells.
Purchase: $39 at END.
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Sony Playstation 5 PS5
Everyone wants a PlayStation 5 right now, making it one of the most sought-after gifts of the year — Valentine’s Day or otherwise. The console boasts clear improvements over its predecessor, such as improved graphics, faster gameplay and reduced fan noise. There are also tons of games already available on the PS5, including Battlefield 2042, Assassin’s Creed Valhalla and many more. However, the PS5 has been in short supply due to such high demand, which means you’ll need to go through a reliable re-sale website like StockX.
Purchase: $614 at StockX
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Man Crates Brut Strength Crate
Here’s a way to let him really enjoy that Valentine’s Day champagne. This Brut Strength Champagne Crate from Man Crate centers on a personalized champagne saber for a dramatic, manly uncorking of your favorite bubbly. Plus, while the champagne will disappear, he can keep using and displaying the saber for special occasions to come.
Besides the custom engraved saber, he’ll also get two champagne flutes, mixed nuts and a champagne stopper — all packaged in a neat wooden box.
Purchase: $89.99 at Mancrates.com
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Spade & Co Health Smartwatch 2
This budget-friendly Spade & Co smartwatch is a great way to (literally) smarten up his wardrobe. Providing data on everything from heart rate to sleep quality to calories burned, it’s an ideal companion for runs or gym sessions. But the Spade & Co watch also has the convenience features you’d expect from a smartwatch — think, text and email notifications, music control and a customizable display.
Purchase: $59.99 at Spade & Co.
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Nook Galaxy Projector
Galaxy projectors, such as this one from NOOK, are a mood-setting hack for almost any room. It throws a moving projection of different colors across up to 195 feet of space, proving soft, relaxing light. With 10 different modes including starry galaxies and moving water, he gets multiple projections for every vibe, plus a built-in Bluetooth speaker. The device can be controlled using on-board buttons, an app on your smartphone or voice assistants like Alexa and Google Home.
Purchase: $59.99 at Nook
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Aerrem Bag
Carrying a water bottle can get annoying — and lead to purchasing plastic bottles. This stylish, eco-friendly bag solves that problem: it fits two reusable water bottles (or coffee mugs) so users can more easily transport liquids. The colors of the liner and exterior are customizable too, and the liner can be removed for easy washing in case of spills in the bag.
Purchase: $179 at Aerrem
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Patrón Sherry Cask Añejo Tequila
This year, consider gifting a premium tequila instead of that same bottle of whiskey. Patrón’s Sherry Cask Añejo, for example, brings a rich, complex profile to rival high-end bourbon or scotch. It’s distilled like a classic tequila but aged in sherry casks for a unique flavor. He can drink it just like a whiskey, whether neat, on the rocks or in an añejo old fashioned, and enjoy notes of oak, fruit and nuts in addition to the expected agave. Chances are he doesn’t have anything like it in his bar.
Purchase: $86.99 at Drizly
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Naked Cashmere Mateo Sweater
Elevated loungewear is quickly becoming part of our uniform. This 100% cashmere sweater from Naked Cashmere is exactly what we mean: it’s ridiculously cozy yet pulled-together enough to wear into the office. The crewneck features athletic-inspired details like accent seam stitching, and, as with anything cashmere, it’s also as soft as possible. Chances are you’ll see him wearing it very often.
Purchase: $250 at Naked Cashmere
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Fun Factory Manta
Is this a sex toy? Yes. Is it also a great gift? Absolutely. Guys are using sex toys more than ever, and certain products, such as this Manta, can actually be used for couples play as well.
The odd-looking device features a soft, vibrating silicone head that functions as a stimulating stroker. Alternatively, during penetrative sex, he can hold the vibrating head around the bottom of his shaft. This ups the pleasure for him, obviously, but also stimulates her clitoris. So really it’s a gift for both parties.
Purchase: $162.29 at Ella Pardis
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Freedom Grooming Clean Cut Kit
With the right products, shaving can be a routine worth looking forward to. This shaving kit from Freedom Grooming can do just that, setting him up with a high-quality electric razor, shaving cream, oil, lotion, and a lather brush. The razor is designed for all areas of the body with multiple heads, and it can even be used without water or products.
Purchase: $124.95 at Freedom Grooming