Father's Day gift guide 2025: top picks for every dad

Who it's for: Hard-to-shop-for history buffs

Why I picked it: You can customize just about any gift, but only a few personalized presents are actually worthwhile. This is one of those nice-to-haves that he'll happily flip through and leave out on his coffee for all to see (which, let's face it, is a major win). All you have to do is submit his name and birthday (down to the year), then they'll fill the pages with all the major newspaper headlines from over the decades. He's sure to recognize a few (like if he happened to be born on the day of the moon landing), but others will be a welcome surprise.

Sometimes, Mom just needs to "rest her eyes." But you know what's way more effective? This futuristic-looking massager, which uses a mix of heat, vibration and compression to soothe dry, tired eyes. It's a must for anyone who regularly deals with headaches, migraines and sinus pain — including one customer with chronic headaches who wrote that she "looks forward to using this every night" because "by the end of the session I’m normally almost asleep!"

Your dad's given you the world, and now it's time to return the flavor — I mean, favor. Each month, Universal Yums will send him a selection of snacks from a different country — make South Korea, Pakistan, Greece or the United Kingdom the first stop on his food-filled adventure. The Yum Yum Box is the middle-of-the-road option with anywhere from 10 to 12 snacks per month, but you can also sign him up for a smaller ($18/month) or larger ($40/month) box, depending on how much of a snacker he is. 

Is Dad a bit of a history buff? Give him an even closer look at America’s past with this monthly subscription, which will send a replication of an important document, letter or police report from the last century right to his mailbox.

I bet your dad has batteries that are older than you. That said, it's high time to get rid of the old ones, and organize those worth keeping by size and type. This carrying case has a built-in battery tester, so he can check their power as he goes. 

Take the guesswork out of grilling with this Bluetooth-enabled thermometer. Senior Deals Writer Carrie McCabe's husband put it to the test by selecting a thick cut of chicken breast and plugging in all the details on the Meater app. That's all there is to it — he sat back with a cold one while the thermometer tracked the chicken's internal and external temperature, and gave a ding when it was done. "I've honestly never grilled better meat — it almost feels like cheating," he gushed. Need I say more?

"I have quite a few long flights ahead of me, and this pocket-size Bluetooth transmitter will make it easy to watch movies on the seatback TV with my noise-canceling earbuds. That way I’ll be able to drown out loud talkers, crying babies and other inevitable plane noises and enjoy my in-flight entertainment in peace. I especially have my eye on the Pro since it lets two people — me and my travel buddy — pair headphones simultaneously."

—Amanda Garrity, Gifting Editor

Have his littlest loves press their palms into the wet cement, then stamp their names and decorate it with multi-colored gems. This kit comes with everything you need — just make sure you allot at least 36 hours for the stone to harden before gifting. Prices vary by stone size, with the 10" option starting at $25 (or $30 with the stamp). 

Oftentimes, we save our sweetest words for major milestones. And while his zillionth Father's Day isn't exactly on par with his kid's wedding or the birth of his first grandchild, it's arguably the best time to pour out your heart for dear ol' Dad. Carve out time to write the 12 letters in this book — each one guides you with a simple prompt, then you can seal it and suggest the ideal time for opening. 

You know what he really wants this Father's Day? Dad fuel — and lots of it. Tailor this monthly subscription to him (and, well, his coffee setup) by choosing between whole bean, ground coffee, or pods for his Keurig or Nespresso machine. Prices start at $55, and go up depending on the number of bags and subscription length.

Digital picture frames are the gift that keeps on giving. Broida recently crowned this new(ish) release from Pexar as his top pick on the market because it has "a bright, sharp screen, plenty of local storage and an affordable price." Send photos to this frame straight from your phone, iCloud or Google Photos before you give it to Dad — or wait until you can show him what's what.

Multi-tasking is your dad's superpower, but that doesn't mean he isn't open to help in some key areas, including his nightstand. This charging station can power up his iPhone, AirPods and Apple Watch simultaneously with a single cable connected to the wall outlet. Plus, when it's not in use, he can fold it up and tuck it in a drawer or throw it in his bag for on-the-go charging. 

Director John Lasseter's desk lamp inspired Pixar's Luxo Jr. Today, that little lamp (and its ball sidekick) remains a global symbol of creativity and imagination. This 613-piece Lego build will put your dad in the director's chair — and maybe, just maybe, it'll encourage him to come up with his own groundbreaking idea.

Encourage Dad to trade his worn-out house slippers for a pair of supportive slides. Oofos has a step up on the competition: Its squishy shock absorbers have been backed by podiatrists and thousands of shoppers (including fellow Yahoo readers!). "I have plantar fasciitis and the minute I put them on, I can walk without pain. They are magic slippers," wrote one well-supported shopper. Another fan spelled out why they're head over heels for these slip-ons after years of wearing cheap flip-flops. "The rocker bottom prevents the big toe from bending as much, which helps if you have toe arthritis. So far, they have worked amazingly to reduce soreness and inflammation."

The cheesier, the better — that's Dad's philosophy for jokes, pizza and well, life. And since his wisecracks are amateur at best, get him this interactive mug to help him step up his comedy game. Just scan the QR code each day to reveal a new corny, cringey one-liner — there's enough to last him a whole year! 

Wearing linen requires a certain level of acceptance that creases are inevitable within minutes of wear— unless, of course, you go with one of these wrinkle-fighting shirts. There's no funny business here: This button-down is still made with 100% linen, but it's coated with a special finish that's designed to stave off wrinkles for longer. Stick with this short-sleeve style for the heat of the summer, or opt for the long-sleeve version if that's more his speed. 

He's the best dad by par — there's no ifs, ands or putts about it. So, it's only fitting to give your favorite golfer something that he can use on (and off) the green. This full-grain leather cover, which can be personalized with his initials for an extra $15, will protect his clubs in style. Swing — er, spring — for black, navy or brown for a classic look, or go with one of the newer shades like orange or teal for a welcome pop of color. 

There comes a time in every man's life when he starts to notice — and take interest in — his feathered neighbors. This smart bird feeder will kick his newfound passion up a notch: Not only does it make the perfect pit stop for his winged friends, but it'll automatically capture close-up videos of them when they do and send real-time notifications straight to his phone. 

Let's get one thing straight: Any pitmaster will tell you that he doesn't need tons of grilling gear to fire up something delicious. But if your dad likes trying out new tools and techniques, then how about he gives a barbecue blanket a shot? Let covered meat rest in this insulated bag without drying it out or losing heat. "He used to use kitchen towels to wrap smoked meat, which, of course, annoyed my daughter," one problem-solving parent wrote. "He likes that all he has to do is wipe out the blanket and it is ready to go."

There's more than meets the eye here. These Italian cherries are straight-up fancy, with a hint of sweetness and punchy tang that adds a nice tartness to ice cream sundaes, cocktails or whatever else he's whipping up. "My husband's drink of choice is an old-fashioned and these cherries are the cherry on top, for sure," penned one punny partner. Grab a jar if he takes his cocktails or sweets seriously. 

There's nothing batter than a sundae at a ball game. But if he can't be in the stands, at least he can recreate the experience from his living room by serving up some ice cream in these ceramic helmets, which are designed to look just like the ones at the stadiums. "A perfect throwback to childhood, but with a huge upgrade in quality and durability over the plastic serving bowls of our youth," wrote one baseball fan.

Want to teach an old dog (er, Dad) some new tricks? Then sign him up for MasterClass for just $5 a month, so he can get a treasure trove of online classes taught by experts in their craft. He can go courtside with Coach K to learn how to lead a team to victory, step into the kitchen to master cooking basics from none other than Gordon Ramsay, or choose from any of the other 200+ classes that interest him most.