70 Unique Birthday Gift Ideas for Him That He'll Genuinely Enjoy Using
He's too nice to tell you he doesn't need more cologne.
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For your sake, I'll skip the quippy little bit where I talk about how men are so hard to shop for and say things like "what do you even buy for your 60-year-old dad with no perceivable personal interests or hobbies?!" and cut to the chase. Lots of people are going to tell you to buy said man in your life something to the tune of a golf ball, a bottle of whiskey, and some sort of small wooden or leather good. But if you're looking for a thoughtful, sentimental, unique birthday gift for him that doesn't feel like you just asked ChatGPT what men like, you're in the right place.
Hi, remember us, your friendly neighborhood Cosmo shopping experts? Whether you’ve been together for five years and already used up all your good gift ideas on previous anniversaries or are only two weeks into a new relationship and don't know his favorite color yet, you’ll find something that makes you go, “Wait, this is genius” in our list of 70 unique birthday gifts for him.
Unique birthday gifts for him at a glance:
Below, you'll find presents that fit a wide variety of budgets, whether you’re trying to go all-out with a luxury gift or trying to find a gift idea under $30 (without him noticing lol). Basically, I thought of it all so you don’t have to. Shop for your boyfriend/brother/dad now, thank me later!
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Even the man who has everything probably doesn't have this. This beer dispenser takes any can or bottle of beer and turns it into a nitro-style draft beer, which enhances the flavor. Pretty cool, right?
The vibrating gifts we recommend are usually of a different type but hear me out! This textured foam roller helps take care of their muscles and can lessen the risk of injury (whether they're weightlifting, training for a marathon, or just in need of some pain relief after sitting at a desk all day).
Dating a nerd? Please trust me when I say they'll looove this book of fun history facts. It's filled with random facts that any trivia buff will be certifiably obsessed with.
Instead of spending five hours playing one game of traditional Monopoly, he'll be able to bring out this card game that has all the fun elements of regular ol' Monopoly but with a fast, high-intensity twist.
Every home gym set-up needs something like this. Instead of spending thousands on multiple different dumbbells, go for this free weight set that can be adjusted to seven different weights. It even comes with a connector to turn them into barbells!
Prove to him that contrary to popular belief, he doesn't actually have to live with 24/7 razor burn. This shaver works on wet or dry skin and won't tug, irritate, or cut facial skin.
Sorry, but all of our phones are more germ-ridden than we want to believe. That's why something like this charging box that sanitizes their device using UV light is actually a great gift. It says "I love you, please don't get a cold and then give it to me."
This is definitely a more sentimental gift, but if that's their thing, they'll absolutely love this. You fill in the book's prompts like "if I could give you a trophy, it would be for..."
A fidget pen they can keep by their office desk? Sounds like the perfect we’ve-only-been-dating-for-a-month-but-i-wanted-to-get-you-something-chill-but-useful b-day gift to me. Just don’t place the magnets directly onto a laptop!
To answer the pressing question I know you have, yes, you can roast marshmallows over this!! He’ll be able to place this mini personal fireplace anywhere (on his desk, in his entryway, at the center of the kitchen table for s’mores making, etc) for a little extra ambiance.
If movie nights are your favorite thing to do together, take them to the next level with this projector. It works both indoors and outdoors and will instantly upgrade your usual laptop (or, God forbid, smartphone) movie sitch.
If you're looking for a gift under $10 that he'll actually use, this keychain is pretty nifty. It has a bottle opener so he can stay, uh, hydrated and an iPhone charging cable so he can stay connected.
A self-heating mug means no more dealing with cold cups of hot coffee! He can set his preferred temperature via the app. So easy!
If they spend lots of time running or at the gym, they could probably use some new workout clothes. This shirt from Under Armour has more than 52,000 (!!!) five-star reviews, so I'll let that speak for itself.
Trick out your favorite grill master’s kitchen with this smart meat thermometer. It connects to an app and displays temperatures from a distance, so hovering over the hot grill for an hour can be a thing of the past.
This one is for the man who is constantly misplacing his wallet. Get this: It’s a wallet with a built-in holder for an AirTag that’ll allow him to easily track it. You’ll be saving his life with this gift—just note that the AirTag isn't included, so buy one on Amazon and make it a complete gift!
Listen, I don't know much about cigars. All I know is that anyone who's into them is, like, REALLY into them and would totally appreciate this set of cigar cutters, accessories, and humidity control compartments.
Messy desk? He needs this organizer that literally does it all. It'll charge and display his phone while storing his headphones, watch, tablet, glasses, and any other knick-knacks that end up on this catch-all tray.
If he's only ever worn multi-pack underwear from Target (hey, no shame), he's going to be in for a serious treat with these silky boxer briefs that really do feel so luxurious.
If you’re on the hunt for a Really Really Good Gift and you know they haven’t sprung for a Switch yet, wrap this bad boy up and call it a day. You’ll be able to play tons of nostalgic games together like Mario Kart, Minecraft, and Animal Crossing.
Hannah is the Shopping Editor at Cosmopolitan, covering all things from chic home decor to trendy fashion finds, TikTok products that are actually worth your $$$, and the perfect gift to buy for your boyfriend's mom. She previously wrote for Seventeen and CR Fashion Book. Follow her on Instagram for hot takes on red carpet fashion and pictures of her office outfits that nobody asked for.
Daisy Maldonado is an editor who covers everything from the latest fashion news to deeper looks at beauty culture and the internet’s most talked-about pop culture moments. She’s especially interested in the intersection of style and digital culture, and loves exploring what the trends we follow say about us. When she’s not writing, she’s probably four pages deep on The RealReal searching for vintage designer pieces or planning her next trip abroad (she lived in Paris for a year and hasn’t stopped talking about it since). Her work has appeared in Vogue, Bustle, Allure, and many more.
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