12 of The Best Gifts For Him This Christmas

Finding the perfect Christmas gift for the men in your life can often feel like solving a seasonal mystery. Whether you’re shopping for your partner, dad, son, grandson, brother or best friend, picking something thoughtful - and not another pair of socks - can be tricky. Luckily, we’ve done the hard work for you.

Naomi Chadderton

An experienced editor and journalist specialising in news and lifestyle.

From gadgets and grooming essentials to stylish wardrobe upgrades, this carefully curated list has options to suit every personality and budget.

1Best for The Techy Guy: Belkin MagSafe 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Pad

Whether his phone battery is constantly low, or he is always nicking your ear pods because his are out of juice, Belkin's 3-in-1 wireless charging strip is the ultimate upgrade. Perfect for Apple devices like iPhones and AirPods, it charges 33 per cent faster than standard cables, keeping his gadgets powered up and ready to go, all in one sleek setup.

£89.99 at Amazon

Belkin MagSafe 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Pad on a desk

2Best for The Fashion Lover: Hartford Shawl-Collar Ribbed Wool Cardigan

Reminiscent of styles worn by Paul Newman and Steve McQueen, this chic cardigan strikes the ideal balance between smart and relaxed. Rib-knitted from soft, crafted from insulating wool and with marled buttons through the front, it comes in a stylish navy colour too, if you can’t quite make your mind up.

£195 at Mr Porter

Man leaning on a wall wearing the Hartford shawl-collar ribbed wool cardigan in beige

3Best for The Man Who Takes Longer to Get Ready Than You Do: Geo. F. Trumper Sandalwood Gift Set

Designed to upgrading his bathroom rituals super easy, this hamper of grooming grails is both opulent and masculine, comprising a warm and woody bath & shower gel, shampoo, cologne, shaving cream and a deodorant. Trust us, he’ll smell absolutely delicious.

£85 at Fortnum & Mason

Boxed Geo. F. Trumper Sandalwood Gift Set

4Best for your Drinking Buddy: A Good Old-Fashioned Christmas Whisky 15 year old

Looking for a festive treat that screams holiday cheer? Packed with flavours of fruit cake, warming spices, chocolate and dried citrus, this limited-edition whisky, aged in Scottish sherry casks, is pure magic in a glass. Perfectly paired with a mince pie (or three), it’s a guaranteed hit, and you can even get it engraved for an extra tenner.

£79.95 at the whiskyexchange.com

Bottle of Christmas Whisky being wrapped

5.Best for Aspiring Chefs: Ooni Karu 16 Multi-Fuel Pizza Oven

Why should they settle for takeout when they can master the art of homemade pizza? A game-changer in the home-cooking space, this high-tech pizza oven churns out 16-inch pies in seconds using gas, electric or wood. From cheesy deep-dish creations to classic Neapolitan masterpieces, this is a gift for you as much as it is for them.

£699 at uk.ooni.com

6Best for Football fans: Personalised Football Books

Arsenal or Aston Villa, Liverpool or Luton, whatever your fella’s favourite football team, these ingenious football books can help him relive some of the most iconic and unforgettable moments in history as told through newspaper headlines and articles. Each book is specially bound by hand and contains rare newspaper coverage of your chosen team, while the recipient’s name is also gold embossed on the cover. A unique and thoughtful gift.

From £49.99 at historic-newspapers.co.uk

7Best for Gym-Goers: Therabody Theragun Prime

Therabody has established itself as a leader in massage guns, offering everything from the portable Mini to the high-tech Pro and even SmartGoggles. But it’s the Prime that really stands out from the crowd - it’s smarter, quieter and the perfect choice for serious percussive therapy fans.

£275 at therabody.com

8Best Fragrance: Givenchy Gentleman Society

The luxury French house’s latest fragrance offers a refreshing twist, housed in a sleek bottle made from 15 per cent recycled glass. Designed for the modern man, its blend of sage, vetiver, and cedarwood creates a captivating scent that’s both fresh and spicy, perfect for everything from sunny spring outings to cosy winter nights.

£91 at Boots

9Best Beer Gift: Philips PerfectDraft Machine

You can’t go wrong with this one – this beer pump will chill his favourite beer to 3°C and serve it with perfect pub-style pressure for a top-notch pint. With a great selection of brews - think rare German and Belgian options - each keg pours about six pints.

from £180 at perfectdraft.com

Pint being pulled on PerfectDraft machine

10Best for The Homebody: Paul Smith Cotton Dressing Gown

Elevate those relaxed moments around the house with the striped coziness of this Paul Smith classic robe. Crafted from 100% woven cotton, is as playful as it is comfortable, so don’t be surprised if you can’t get him to leave the house in 2025.

£235 at Paul Smith

Product shot of Paul Smith Dressing Gown

11Best for The Jet-Setter: Osprey London Carter Leather Holdall

Stylish yet practical, this Osprey London beauty is our favourite holdall for that long-awaited weekend trip. Be it a business trip or romantic weekend, it’s the perfect size to hold all the essentials, while an adjustable strap makes it comfortable to carry at the same time. It’s key to ensuring the smoothest of trips.

£395 at ospreylondon.com

Product Shot of The Carter Leather Holdall in Chestnut

12Best for The Big Kid: InGenious Lazy Man Frying Pan

Ok, so we secretly think this is kind of genius. Whether he’s time poor (read lazy) or simply doesn’t like his various foods to touch, this giant frying pan with compartments for different foods saves him valuable cooking time. Perhaps just don’t buy this one for serious chefs.

£25 at menkind.co.uk