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You don’t have to get your husband the same tired box of chocolates year after year for Valentine’s Day. This Feb. 14, why not try getting him a present that’s a bit more thoughtful and creative? A unique gift that plays to his interests will be used and loved long after the half-eaten box of chocolates has gone stale.
Ahead, we offer our top non-boring Valentine’s Day gift suggestions for husbands. We’ve found the best items in every category, from fashion to coffee to sports equipment to electronics and more.
Best men’s fashion
Ann Arbor T-Shirt Co., “Trophy Husband” T-Shirt
A cheeky top to make him laugh.
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This cotton and polyester T-shirt will have him giggling for sure. The top is tag-less for added comfort and comes in three colors (gray, black and blue) in sizes XS through 3XL.
Legendary Whitetails, Camp Night Berber-Lined Hooded Flannel Shirt Jacket
A cozy gift that’s equally stylish.
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Comfort and style go hand-in-hand with this Berber-lined, snap-button top that’s great for an outdoorsy gent. A hood will keep him extra warm while the attractive flannel pattern (there are 11 variations to choose from) will make a nice fashion statement. It comes in sizes S through 5XL Big.
adidas, Open-Hem 3 Stripes Tracksuit Pants
An oldie but a goodie.
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These classic Adidas track pants are a staple for any sporty wardrobe. The polyester pull-ons are equally great for working out or just lounging around the home. The drawcord waist pants come in eight color combinations in sizes XS through 5XL Big, with Tall lengths available as well.
Best coffee makers
ESPRO, P7 32-Ounce French Press
A durable stainless steel French press.
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According to our Testing Lab, the Espro P7 competes with high-end brands in a more luxury-oriented space where its steep price tag is considered normal. Its heat retention and double filter may make it more effective in brewing good coffee than rivals in this price range. The durable design is available in 18-ounce and 32-ounce versions in six color options.
Stanley, The Camp Pour Over Set
A sturdy, all-metal, portable pour-over set, perfect for making a custom cup of joe.
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Most famous for its viral tumblers, Stanley also makes this nifty pour-over set for outdoor excursions. Our tester found it easy to throw in a backpack and perfect for on-the-go use. It’s built to last and even comes with a lifetime warranty.
Best kitchen gifts
A solid choice for home cooks.
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Our testers found this cast-iron Dutch oven with a smooth enamel bottom, which comes with a lifetime guarantee, to be worth the splurge. If your husband loves to cook, he’ll surely appreciate this kitchen gift, which comes in 10 different sizes and is available in 13 color options.
Hast, Edition Series Japanese Santoku Knife
The perfect everyday knife.
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Another gift that’s sure to please a talented home cook: this 6-inch Japanese Santoku knife. It has a shorter blade and a flatter edge than a chef’s knife, which makes it better equipped for precise cuts. As a fun touch, it’s available in four color options.
Add a burst of flavor to fish, meats and more.
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Himalayan salt blocks impart their flavor to food, so it helps take your cooking up a notch. It can be used as a flavorful serving tray for fish, meats, vegetables and more kinds of foods. The 12-inch by 8-inch board makes a great gift for home cooks and grilling enthusiasts.
Best sports equipment and fitness gifts
CustomMemoryBalls, Personalized Basketball
A sweet memento for a coach or former basketball star.
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Commemorate that winning game he’s always reminiscing about with a personalized basketball. You can add his team name, any memorable stats and more. There’s even the option to add a custom mascot or logo for an added fee.
A handy running companion.
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This nifty waist pack will be appreciated by runners, bikers and anyone else who wants to store a few essentials during outdoor activities. The water-resistant pouch keeps keys, cash, cards, earphones and other small valuables safe and secure. There’s even a headphone hole so you can enjoy music while on-the-go.
Callaway, 300 Pro Laser Rangefinder with Slope
This offering from one of golf’s most respected brands performed consistently in our user testing.
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Our testers insist this rangefinder is better than any cheaper model on the market. The highly accurate laser rangefinder accounts for elevation changes and measures the angles of incline or decline, then calculates the slope-adjusted distance. It’s a gift that’ll be appreciated by any golf enthusiast.
Callaway, Men’s Strata Complete Set
Excellent set for beginners, casual players and dedicated enthusiasts.
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This 16-piece set, which is suitable for golfers at any level, includes a driver, 3 wood, 4 and 5 hybrid, 6 to 9 irons, pitching wedge and sand wedge, putter, stand bag and four head covers. Though it’s a bit of a splurge for a gift, we found it to be a really great value for everything that’s offered.
Best massagers
Lunix, LX3 Hand Massager Machine
A soothing treat for tired hands.
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If your husband works with his hands, this electric hand massager is sure to be a hit. The massage can be customized within six levels to be as intense as you want it, plus it gently heats hands up to 104 degrees Fahrenheit. It’s a great remedy for people who suffer from finger numbness, joint pain, arthritis or carpal tunnel pain.
Exerscribe, Vybe Pro Muscle Massage Gun
Soothe aches and pains with a deep tissue massage.
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Rather than a spa gift card, consider a deep tissue massager he can use over and over again. This version has nine different speed settings (3,200 percussions per minute) and eight attachments to give you a perfect, customized massage each time. It quietly applies up to 33 pounds of soothing pressure.
Best headphones and earbuds
High-quality noise-canceling, over-ear headphones.
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Music enthusiasts will love these noise-canceling, over-ear headphones, which use an Auto NC Optimizer to automatically optimize the noise cancellation based on your wearing conditions and environment. It also offers crystal-clear hands-free calling with four beamforming microphones, precise voice pickup and advanced audio signal processing. According to our testers, these headphones are ideal for people who value sound quality above all else, but who also want powerful noise cancellation for work, commutes and flights.
Apple, AirPods Pro (2nd Generation)
The second-generation AirPods Pro boasts better noise cancellation and battery life than its predecessor.
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Upgrade his wireless headphones with a pair of these Apple AirPods Pro. The sweat- and water-resistant earbuds offer active noise cancellation. There are three sizes of soft, tapered silicone tips to choose from for a customizable fit.
Best tech accessories
SerdarWood, Personalized Game Controller Holder
A personalized dock for a passionate gamer.
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Help him organize his gaming controllers, headphones and other accessories with this beautiful wood dock. It can even be customized in multiple places with various styles of monograms.
Vacoor, Portable Charger for Apple Watch
A nifty watch charger that’s perfect for travel.
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This wireless charger power bank gives your Apple watch new life while you’re on-the-go. It’s perfect for traveling or other outdoor adventures. The magnetic power bank offers two to three times the life of charge for your watch.
More of the best tech gifts
We adore this fire pit thanks to its smokeless design that we found to work well during our testing.
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Our testers love this stainless steel firepit, which makes it super easy to enjoy smokeless bonfires in your backyard. The item is highly durable, lightweight at just over 20 pounds, and it catches fine ash in one place for easy cleanup.
The GoPro HERO11 had our tester very excited thanks to its exceptional video performance and durability.
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If you want ultra-high quality packed into a tiny device, our testers recommend the GoPro HERO11. The waterproof device offers a 1.9-inch screen and 5.3K video quality. It includes a revolutionary new image sensor, which offers the most expansive field of view ever on a HERO camera out of the box.
Oculus , Quest 2 Virtual Reality Headset
This affordable VR model from the Meta boasts adjustable 3D audio and the easy setup stood out in our tests.
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Get the best seat in the house to live concerts, films, events and more. A super-fast processor and high-resolution display with 50% more pixels than the original Quest make this budget-friendly virtual-reality model stand out.
iFox Creations, Bluetooth Shower Speaker
This durable model is easy to use and can withstand any amount of water without breaking or losing sound quality.
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Whether you’re headed to the beach, the pool or you just want to jam out in your shower, this fully waterproof Bluetooth speaker makes it possible to bring tunes anywhere in the splash zone. It comes with a handy removable suction cup and carabiner for easy portability.
LectroFan, Micro2 Sound Machine
A soothing sound machine with a charge up to 30 hours.
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Mask distracting noises with this soothing sound machine that can add peace and tranquility to your bedroom, your office or any other location. It offers 11 unique non-looping sounds including five fan variations, four white noise options and two distinct ocean surf sounds.
More of the best Valentine’s Day gifts for husbands
Mountain Voyage Co, Minimalist Wallet
A wallet clip as sturdy and handy as a folding wallet, without the bulk or inconvenience.
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This stylish minimalist wallet offers an elegant, practical and sturdy way to keep credit cards and cash safe without creating a ton of bulk in your pockets. The ergonomic, lightweight wallet holds up to 15 cards and eight bills at once. It comes in 21 colors, so you’re bound to find one your husband will love.
Chronicle Books , Ticket Stub Diary
A creative keepsake for fun memories.
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Whether he’s a sports fan, a movie buff, an avid concertgoer or all of the above, your husband will appreciate this keepsake diary to store all of his ticket stubs. It also includes lined margins to jot notes about his favorite memories at each event.
Rick Rubin, “The Creative Act: A Way of Being”
A stunning hardcover artists will love.
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Whether he’s a passionate artist or just looking to get inspired, he’ll devour this book by famed music producer Rick Rubin. The hardcover tome distills the wisdom gleaned from a lifetime of creative work.
We found this option to be a great solution for users who want an herb garden without constant care during our testing.
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With room for six plants, this indoor hydroponic gardening system grows your favorite vegetables, herbs or flowers in water without the mess of soil. It offers a full-spectrum 20-watt LED grow light with an automatic on/off timer that mimics natural sunlight to help plants germinate up to five times faster than in soil.
Chimahaga, Traditional Kintsugi Kit
A genuine gold, food-safe repair kit.
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Repair five chipped items or up to two broken items with this food-safe repairer. This kit uses natural urushi and pure gold. Hone your technique by watching videos on the brand’s YouTube page.
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