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28 Non-Basic Gift Ideas For Your Boyfriend

by Jenn Sinrich
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Boyfriends can be great—they’re just near-impossible to buy a gift for because pretty much everything they want they go out and buy themselves. They’re also super non-descriptive when it comes to what the heck they need, which is why finding thoughtful gifts for a new boyfriend is usually a dreaded task (not to generalize—some BFs want things and are specific about their wants, and for that we are grateful). If your boyfriend’s cooking savvy, you might try to see if he’s due for a new cast iron skillet (to whip you up gourmet meals, of course) or tempt him with some home office essentials that could make his day-to-day easier. But, chances are, he’ll come up short with any gifting guidance for you whatsoever.

Not to fear—we’re here to help give you the 411 on what your boyfriend really wants this gifting season, whether he’s the sweet and sentimental type or a total techie. Keep scrolling to see our best picks for what to give your boyfriend for any occasion.

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Unique gifts for your boyfriend

Anchorman: The Game - Improper Teleprompter
$30
2020 Callaway Chrome Soft Golf Balls
$47.99
HuoBi Golf Toy Set Toilet Game Golf Toy
$12.59
West Coast Style IPA Beer Brewing Kit

If your guy is a big IPA fan who can’t get enough craft beer, gift him this kit so he can make his own—it doesn’t get more authentic than DIY!

$45
BrüMate Stainless Steel Insulated Can Cooler
$24.99
TRUFF Hot Sauce Variety Pack
$69.98
Do Not Disturb I'm Gaming Socks
$10.99

Cute gifts for your boyfriend

Sanuk Men's Chiba Chill
$53.98
Buttercloth Men's Regular Fit Prop Blade Down Long Sleeve Dress Shirt
$118
Hidrate Spark Steel Smart Water Bottle
$59.99
Men's Pima Crew Pocket Tee

If you really can’t decide what to get him, you simply can’t go wrong with a classic T-shirt. He (and his mom) will thank you.

$38
World's Best Boyfriend Coffee Mug

Romantic gifts for your boyfriend

Knock Knock What I Love about
$9.94
Enno Vatti 100 Movies Scratch Off Poster
$25.97
Aura Mason Smart Digital Picture Frame
$189
Smart Garden 3 Self Watering Indoor Garden

For the man with (or without!) the green thumb, gift him this indoor watering garden that makes killing plants virtually impossible.

$100
Jerky Hearts Box

It’s like a box of chocolates, but better because it’s loaded with beef jerky! Your dude will definitely appreciate this romantic gesture (if he’s into meat).

$40
Drive Safe Keychain
$8.99

Personalized gifts for your boyfriend

Chromecast with Google TV - 4K - Snow

Is your boyfriend obsessed with his TV shows? Help him store and organize everything in one place with a brand new Chromecast with Google TV. It combines movies, shows, live TV and more from across your apps and subscriptions and organizes them just for you. It even has a remote!

$50
192 Pages of Notes

This is the perfect gift for the creative boyfriend who loves jotting down his every thought, idea, and inspiration. You can personalize the cover with a name, title or a special tribute.

$27
Personalized Wooden Docking Station

Whether your boyfriend’s already super organized or could use a helping hand, this docking station will set him straight. It stores all of his essential belongings in one place—and even has his name on it!

$24
Handmade Store Custom Star Map
$19

Anniversary gifts for your boyfriend

Our Adventures Book
$8.99
Personalized Anniversary Book
$34.99
Google Nest WiFi Router 2 Pack
$264.95
Vision Satin Nickel Deadbolt with Video Doorbell Smart Lock

If your boyfriend’s always out to get the newest security feature, you can’t go wrong with gifting him the holy grail of smart locks. This HD video doorbell includes live two-way audio and serves as a single-installation solution sans any hardwiring.

$399
Color Series Photo Book

Give your boyfriend a gift that’s meaningful and one that transcends time: a photobook. It’s the perfect anniversary present, whether you choose to select images from your wedding or a memorable trip you took together. The photos are printed on 100% recycled pages.

$100
Ausounds AU-Flex ANC Wireless Bluetooth Neckband Planar Earphones
$149.94

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Vision Satin Nickel Deadbolt with Video Doorbell Smart Lock

If your boyfriend’s always out to get the newest security feature, you can’t go wrong with gifting him the holy grail of smart locks. This HD video doorbell includes live two-way audio and serves as a single-installation solution sans any hardwiring.

$399
2020 Callaway Chrome Soft Golf Balls

For the boyfriend who loves a good day on the golf course, buy him Callaway’s newest version of its Chrome Soft golf ball.

$47.99
Sanuk Men's Chiba Chill

Cozy up this season and treat your dude’s toes to comfort with these retro fuzzy faux fur slippers.

$53.98
Hidrate Spark Steel Smart Water Bottle

This next-generation water bottle is rechargeable, insulated and made of stainless steel. It offers the most advanced technology, psyching to an app to help you track your hydration levels and maintain healthy drinking habits. 

$59.99
Google Nest WiFi Router 2 Pack

For your tech-loving boyfriend who’s working from home and needs a strong Wifi connection more than ever, gift him Nest Wifi—Google’s mesh system that offers whole-home coverage, super fast internet speeds, and (get this) has a Google Assistant built right into it.

$264.95
Chromecast with Google TV - 4K - Snow

Is your boyfriend obsessed with his TV shows? Help him store and organize everything in one place with a brand new Chromecast with Google TV. It combines movies, shows, live TV and more from across your apps and subscriptions and organizes them just for you. It even has a remote!

$50
Anchorman: The Game - Improper Teleprompter

Inspired by the cult classic starring comedic genius Will Ferrell, this party game challenges you to sabotage other players’ teleprompters, then have them try and read the news without laughing. Not as easy as it sounds!

$30
BrüMate Stainless Steel Insulated Can C...
$24.99
Color Series Photo Book

Give your boyfriend a gift that’s meaningful and one that transcends time: a photobook. It’s the perfect anniversary present, whether you choose to select images from your wedding or a memorable trip you took together. The photos are printed on 100% recycled pages.

$100
192 Pages of Notes

This is the perfect gift for the creative boyfriend who loves jotting down his every thought, idea, and inspiration. You can personalize the cover with a name, title or a special tribute.

$27
Ausounds AU-Flex ANC Wireless Bluetooth Neckband Planar Earphones

Gift your boyfriend this wireless earphone set that delivers the soundstage quality of a thousand dollar pair for less than $200. The headphones are wireless, have active noise cancellation, are extremely comfortable, don’t fall out easily and deliver great audio. 

$149.94
Smart Garden 3 Self Watering Indoor Garden

For the man with (or without!) the green thumb, gift him this indoor watering garden that makes killing plants virtually impossible.

$100

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