Christmas gift for him — past the socks
Christmas gifts for men: tech, tools and sport, with current prices.
A gift ‘for him’ usually turns into socks or a bottle. Below is what else there is: tech, tools and sport, ranked by what buyers actually think of them.
A Christmas gift for him: start from what he does, not what he is
Most failed gifts “for him” start from a category rather than a person. Start with men like tech and you arrive at something he already owns or will not use. Start from what he has actually been doing these past months — fixing, training, cooking, gaming, working from home — and you arrive at something that fits.
A second angle is replacing rather than adding. Almost everyone uses something daily that is worn out and that they would never replace themselves: a bag, a bottle, a lamp, a tool. A better version of that gets used more than a new thing in a new category.
With tech, watch compatibility. Connectors, phone models and sizes differ; check before ordering that it fits what he has. That is the most common reason a technical gift stays unused.
Our picks from this guide
Real products we reviewed — click through to the full review.
Neomounts NM-D135 Monitorarm (2 schermen)
A dual monitor arm that floats two screens up to 27 inch - more desk space and better posture.
Fenton SHFB65 Boekenplank Speakers (hifi)
A set of passive 6.5" bookshelf speakers (2-way, 200W) - real stereo speakers for anyone who wants music more seriously than a small bluetooth box.
Techard USB-C Hub 9-in-1 Docking Station
A 9-in-1 USB-C hub that turns one port on your laptop into a full docking station - HDMI 4K, USB, card reader and 100W charging.
Samsung Type-C USB-stick 128GB
A fast, compact Samsung USB-C stick with 128GB and up to 400MB/s read speed - in a sturdy metal shell.
Baseus Monitorlamp / Bureaulamp (dimbaar, touch)
An LED lamp that rests on your monitor and lights your desk without glare on the screen - dimmable, with adjustable colour temperature.
Pioneer DEH-S120UBG Autoradio (1-DIN)
A reliable 1-DIN car radio with CD, USB and AUX - modern music sources in an older car, no hassle.
Samsung Galaxy A17 4G 128GB
An affordable Samsung phone with 128GB storage and the brand's long software support - a safe gift for a first or second device.
Gatson Mini Printer - 300DPI - Inclusief 14 Rollen Papier (Sticker, Normaal & Kleur) + 5 pennen - Mini Printer voor Mobiel - Pocket Printer - Mobiele Fotoprinter - Schoolspullen - Journaling Producten
A compact printer that fits in your pocket, complete with plenty of paper and pens to get you started right away.
How we compile this guide
Our picks rest on manufacturer data, the aggregated judgement of real users and our own experience. We weigh value for money, durability and whether it truly suits the recipient. Prices fluctuate; compare before you order.
Frequently asked questions
What is a good Christmas gift for him?
Something connected to what he has actually been doing lately. A better version of something he uses daily but would not replace himself works more often than a new item in a category he has no use for yet.
What do you give a man who has everything?
Something consumable of good quality, or a better version of a worn-out daily item. People who have everything rarely have everything in good condition.
How much do you spend on a Christmas gift for him?
Within a family €30 to €75 is common; for a colleague or acquaintance, less. Keep it comparable to what others in the same circle are giving.
What should you check on a technical gift?
Compatibility: connector, phone model, size, and whether it works with what he already owns. That is the most common reason a technical gift stays in its box.