The 32 best gifts for dad even if he has everything (or so he thinks)

This one's for all the serious snackers out there. 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.

We love to mock our parents for their failing eyesight and “selective hearing,” but this handy gadget isn’t just a gag gift. It actually works to magnify phone screens, making it easier to read texts and emails and use apps. It even comes with a stand that lets you prop up your phone for big-screen viewing of videos.

It's all in the name: These supportive slides are designed for downtime. "I wear them all the time as 'house slippers' because they relieve my plantar fasciitis," one happy shopper wrote. Another added: "These are like pillows that fit your feet. They make my arthritic feet so happy."

He’ll rest easy knowing he has this MagSafe charger in his car. He can keep it permanently mounted on the car’s air vent, then secure his phone when he needs to give it a power boost (while keeping it in clear view for navigation purposes). “I live in a rural, mountainous area with rough roads. I can speed through a route notorious for its constant sharp curves and my phone has never fallen off,” one customer wrote about the charger’s magnetic capabilities.

When life gives you apples, make hard cider. That's right, he can turn any ol' jug of apple cider into a tart, bubbly and boozy beverage with this beginner-friendly kit. Just pour apple cider into the glass fermenter and watch as yeast works its magic.

He's shelled out big bucks on wireless headphones — only to discover that he can't even use 'em to watch in-flight movies (among other things). Enter this small-but-mighty dongle, which plugs into any 3.5mm audio jack (including the ones on airplanes) and pairs with AirPods or his go-to earbuds. "The good news is that once everything is set up, actually using the AirFly Pro 2 is simple: Turn it on, plug it into the headphone jack, pop in your earbuds," Senior Tech Writer Rick Broida raved in an in-depth review after giving it a try on a recent Delta flight.

Does his late-night reading habit keep you awake? Then get him this hands-free reading light, which one reader gushed is "the best thing I've ever bought on Amazon." He'll be able to switch between three light colors and six brightness levels, so he can see what's on the page without interfering with your shut-eye.

Dad's been "collecting" batteries since the day you were born. Sure, he has a system (or so he says) to find the one he's looking for, but this organizer will divide them up by size and type to make the search a whole lot easier. Plus, it comes with a tester to make sure he's only keeping the good ones.

Broida's a fan, and I'm sure Dad will be, too. "Although the Pexar Lexar doesn't have every bell and whistle, it does deliver what's important: a bright, sharp screen, plenty of local storage and an affordable price," he wrote in his roundup of the best digital picture frames. 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 the ropes.

The more truffle, the better — at least that’s his philosophy. This bestselling trio — two hot sauces, one truffle oil — made Oprah’s Favorite Things list in 2021 and has been a popular gift (for men, especially!) in the years since. “My dad is the pickiest man on earth and impossible to shop for. He loved this,” one reviewer raved.

Aches and pains are a part of life, but that doesn't mean you can't help someone try to nip 'em in the bud. They can throw on this heated massager to work out knots, combat stiffness and soothe overworked muscles. There are three intensity levels and temperatures that'll help them find the setting that's just right. 

Senior Deals Writer Carrie McCabe's husband is the grillmaster in her relationship, so she had him give this wireless smart thermometer a whirl. He performed a "stress test" of sorts by selecting the thickest piece of chicken breast and plugging in all the details on the accompanying app. That's all there is to it — he sat back with a brewski 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?

Sure, ice buckets get the job done, but not quite like this electric number. “This chiller kept the champagne chilled to the exact temp we programmed it to, and even when shut off, it turned back on at that same temp it was previously at,” one oenophile wrote. Program the temperature based on the type of wine — reds between 59-64°F and whites down to 41°F — and it’ll stay that way for at least 24 hours.

Even Dad is no match for the heat. When the inevitable happens, he can keep cool with this bladeless neck fan. It's not even summer yet, but more than 2,000 Amazon shoppers bought one last month — one of whom pointed out that it's "not heavy at all" and a "rescue for hot flashes."

He’ll no longer need a pepper mill and salt grinder. Instead, he’ll fill the FinaPod with peppercorns, salt or any dried spices of his choice, then pick it up with the FinaMill and grind with a press of a button. “I’ve had mine for almost a year and still haven’t changed batteries. I use it daily,” one home chef gushed.

Is your dad the forgetful type? Slip an AirTag into the custom pocket in this leather wallet to help him track it down when he inevitably misplaces it. He won’t compromise space for peace of mind because this wallet still holds up to a dozen cards and has a strap to secure bills.

Slip this silicone drink holder over any armrest to keep coffee, tea or another beverage of choice within reach. "It has a removable plastic center so you can fit larger cups," one hydrated and happy shopper wrote. "I got the black and it looks great against my gray couches." (FWIW, it also comes in cream, black, brown and red.)

The Loftie clock is part sound machine, part sunrise clock, part meditation facilitator and, yes, part alarm clock. There's even a red light setting for when he's ready to wind down and a blacklight mode for when he's actually asleep (unless he prefers the cozy, red glow). "The two-phase alarm wakes me up gently, without that awful phone alarm shock, and the warm nightlight adds a cozy touch. Plus, since Loftie replaces my phone at night, I’m no longer stuck in a scrolling spiral before bed—just pure relaxation," one well-rested reviewer wrote. 

He already has a smart TV, but now he can have a smart home. Use the Roku Smart Home app to switch between 16 million color options, adjust brightness levels, sync multiple bulbs and set custom presets. He can even set up vacation mode, which turns lights on and off to make it look like someone’s home.

Pixar turned a simple desk lamp into a symbol of imagination and creativity. Encourage Dad to tap into his creative side — and perhaps, come up with a genius idea of his own — as he assembles this 613-piece Lego build of the iconic duo. 

He can’t travel without all of his gadgets — and the chargers that keep ‘em powered up. He can pack everything in this water-resistant case and use the flip-out kickstand to prop up his phone or tablet when he’s on the go.

You know as well as I do that he'd never spend this much on a pair of sweats. Well, that's where you come into play. Vuori makes best-in-class joggers with thousands of rave reviews, including one five-star fan who went so far as to say they're "like wearing a cloud." 

Take him on a flavor journey from West Texas all the way to the Carolinas with these BBQ rubs, which are perfect for grilled veggies, marinated meats and more. Some are sweet and tangy, some are straight-up spicy, but all four are sure to fire up his taste buds.

Cook a whole pizza in 60 seconds flat and take your family dinners to the next level. This gas-powered oven takes less than 20 minutes to heat up to an infernal 700°F, giving him just enough time to top his pie with sauce, cheese and the toppings of his choice. It's portable (with retractable legs and a detachable burner), versatile and according to our tests, the best pizza oven on the market.

Why stop at a video doorbell when you can also get a mini camera to see the action from more than one angle? This bundle from Blink pairs seamlessly with Alexa, so he can get alerts, talk to whoever's at the door and more.

If he has some international travels on the horizon, then make sure he has a wallet that can fit his passport along with cards, coins and varying sizes of paper currency. Get his initials debossed in gold foil for an extra $15.

Even if he's read every history book under the sun, this monthly subscription will encourage him to delve even deeper into America's past. Each month, he'll get a realistic replication of an important document, letter or police report from the last 100-plus years or so. Sign him up for a six-month subscription for $42 or get a whole year for just $36 more.

Your very own John Dutton can eat like one too. Chef Gabriel 'Gator' Guilbeau cooks all the food for the Yellowstone cast and crew, and now he’s put 55 of his best recipes — like Beth’s Cheesy Hamburger Mac Casserole (yep, that Beth) — in a book for the show’s biggest fans. If Dad's an eBook guy, the Kindle version downloads immediately.

Perhaps the best gift you can give your dad is unlimited access to all your shared memories. Pack up old home movies or photos into a box (with his permission, of course), and then Legacybox will digitize them and store them on the cloud, thumb drive or DVD set for his viewing pleasure. Start small with two items ($70) or spring for the Family box to digitize up to 10 items. 

Watchgang is the gift that keeps on giving, for as long as you keep the subscription going. Choose from three subscription tiers (Original, Black or Platinum) and frequency (monthly or quarterly) and Dad will get a new watch shipped right to him with every box. It's a bit like Russian Roulette for timepieces — you're guaranteed to receive a watch that's at least worth the price of your box, but there's always a chance you'll get a Rolex instead.

A cheeseboard a day makes your dad very, very happy. That’s how the saying goes, right? Bring him one step closer to his dream with this monthly subscription, which features cheese selections from Switzerland, Spain and creameries closer to home. Subscriptions start as low as $63 a month, depending on whether you select the three, six or 12-month option.

Once he completes the first task at hand (completing the 1,000-piece puzzle), he’s presented with a new challenge: watching all 50 movies that lay before him. Even if he’s seen some of the classics on this list, it’ll give him a chance to revisit favorites and discover new ones, everything from The Godfather to Cinema Paradiso.