The 25 best gifts for grandpa that'll make him smile

Photos of loved ones are priceless, but digital picture frames definitely come at a premium. Senior Tech Writer Rick Broida put all the top frames to the test and this one took top honors since it has a "bright, sharp screen, plenty of local storage and an affordable price."

Give your loved one the gift of a virtual course taught by a real professional. MasterClass has over 200 classes across 11 categories to choose from, ranging from acting with Natalie Portman to cooking with Gordan Ramsey. Get the standard membership for just $10 a month (billed annually). 

Here's one of those can't-put-down books that makes a great gift. Here's the gist: Author Brad Balukjian bought a single pack of baseball cards from 1986 without knowing what was inside. After opening it and chewing the decades-old gum, he then traveled all over America to find every single player in the pack and uncover what life looks like after the game. 

This sweet gift features 12 letters with prompts to fill with words and wisdom that only he can share. When the time is right, he'll be able to share a piece of himself with his grandchild — old or young. Plus, it's one of Oprah's Favorite Things, so you know it's good. 

 Choose his favorite baseball or football team, then select one of 35 scents. Yes, 35! There’s everything from Whiskey and Oak to Campfire Marshmallow and Fruit Loops. All he needs to do is light it and then bask in the smell of victory. 

What's a keyring without a good keychain? This customizable vegan leather one doubles as a photo holder so he can carry his favorite people with him wherever he goes. Customize it with his most coveted title — Grandad, Grandpa, Pops, Papa, you name it. 

He doesn't need to be a whiskey drinker or a golf lover to enjoy these chillers — but it's even better if he is. After a win, he'll get a kick out of using these for his post-game celebratory drink. 

These little dip clips are the ultimate life hack for anyone who loves a good drive-thru pit stop. Just clip them onto the air vent, and he'll have a little holder for his favorite sauces. Because you're never too old to enjoy some chicken nuggets with [insert sauce here].

Here's one way to make sure he never loses his wallet again. Just slip an AirTag (sold separately) into the built-in pocket and he'll have instant peace of mind. I'm sure you will, too. 

Speaking of mugs, this self-heating mug will keep any warm drink at the perfect drinking temperature for over an hour. It turns on as soon as you fill it up and then turns off when the cup is empty. Senior Tech Writer Rick Broida is an unabashed fan of the Ember mug, so much so that he included it on his list of tech products he can't live without. A bold statement, I know. 

Those drawings and doodles that he treasures? Well, they deserve to be put on display — ya know, somewhere other than his fridge. This drop-front frame makes it easy to replace the art inside whenever he's given something new, so he can rotate them out as opposed to framing just one masterpiece. 

A soft and warm set of slippers, like these classic ones from L.L.Bean, are made to be gifted any time of year. They're lined with cozy shearling for some inside downtime and a durable outsole for added traction so he doesn't have to take them off when he steps outside to grab the mail.

Grandpas deserve some pampering just as much as everyone else. While he probably doesn't live at a fancy day spa, he can easily pretend with these shower steamers. The eucalyptus, mint and menthol combo is a great way to wash away any stress and fatigue from the day, clear up any stuffy noses and feel all-around rejuvenated. 

The idea behind these lamps is simple: No matter where you are, you and your grandpa — or any other loved one — can stay connected. Whenever either of you is feeling lonely or just wants to say hi, all you need to do is turn the light on and it will immediately connect with the other lamp, no matter how far away it is. Gift him one of these and keep the other for yourself.

Think about all of the times Grandpa snuck you some ice cream behind your mom and dad's backs or made sure the freezer was stocked with it every time you came to visit. Now it's time to repay the favor, with a twist. This ice cream maker (which just topped our tests!) can make any frozen treats in less than 25 minutes thanks to the double-insulated freezer bowl and mixing paddle. 

Little ones have a way of bringing out their grandparents' silly side. Need to rein Grandpa in? This illustrated how-to will make sure that message is loud and clear (while being funny, of course). 

Make Grandpa an offer that he can't refuse — and by that I mean giving him a punny t-shirt that spells out his favorite job yet. Because behind every successful fortune is a guy full of corny jokes, life advice and a whole lotta love. 

These socks are a step up from the ones Grandpa usually wears. Plus, they have a hidden message that others can see when he kicks back and relaxes in his recliner (which, let's face it, is all the time). 

Grandpa's lived a long life and he has plenty of fun facts to show for it, but who says you can't teach an old dog some new tricks? Each day, he can scan the QR code on this mug to unveil another tidbit of info — some are pretty useful, others less so. 

Yep, even grandpas love their gadgets. This multitasker will seamlessly charge his iPhone, Apple Watch and AirPods at record speed — the latest iPhone will reach a 20% charge in 20 minutes and the Apple Watch will reach a full charge in just over an hour. 

Tea and shortbread cookies go together like, well, you and your grandpa. Give him his own box of 24 buttery biscuits etched with a special message that only he'll appreciate. Go with an inside joke or something more sentimental — either way, he'll eat it up. 

Fun fact: The New York Times has published over 60,000 front pages since it first launched in 1851. Now, you can turn any of those front pages into a custom 500- or 1000-piece puzzle, whether it's his birthday, anniversary or the best day of his life, aka when you were born.