A new gadget is always a great gift, especially for dads and father figures. Regardless of the occasion, treating fathers to the latest tech is all but guaranteed to make a lasting impression. Today’s marketplace is chock-full of excellent tech products, ranging from super-affordable offerings to big-ticket items. Regardless of your budget, you can find a thoughtful gift for tech-obsessed dads of all ages.
We are constantly combing through today's best tech gadgets to determine the best gift options for fathers in your family or circle of friends. We handpicked an eclectic selection of tried-and tested-tech products — from wireless headphones, earbuds, and speakers to everyday carry accessories like an AirTag-compatible wallet and germaphobe-worthy water bottle, all the way to a smart 4K TV with price-defying picture quality.
We also scoured the marketplace for highly rated tech accessories from leading brands that will allow them to customize, protect, and power up their current go-to gadgets, such as a smartphone, tablet, and laptop, among many others. Just in case, we also added product suggestions to help dads cut down on their screen time and unwind in a decidedly analog fashion.
Find the best tech gifts for a dad in your life among the thoughtfully curated product options on this list.
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1A Badass AirTag Wallet
The Dango D03 Dapper wallet is a dad-worthy gift with a badass design and an integrated Apple AirTag holder to help him keep tabs on his cards and cash. The bifold wallet has a metal frame and textured DTEX exterior that’s rugged and easy to clean. It can hold up to 14 cards plus cash. Versions without an AirTag holder are also available.
2A Childproof Phone Case
Available , the OtterBox Defender Series case is a great gift option for dads who frequently share their go-to gadget with little ones.
Thanks to a multi-layer build and a port cover, the accessory can withstand heavy tumbles and exposure to dirt and debris (e.g., food, sand, etc.). Its belt holster doubles as a viewing stand to entertain the kiddies during family brunch outings.
3An Instant Audio Upgrade
A new set of wireless headphones is guaranteed to impress any dad, whether he needs the product to focus while working from home or unwind during his travels. The Soundcore Space Q45 over-ear cans are an excellent gift option whose design, sound quality, noise cancellation, and battery life defy their under-$150 price tag. You can order the headphones in black, white, or blue.
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4Great for Android Users
Google’s Pixel 7 is a thoughtful gift for the Android smartphone-toting dad who needs an upgrade. The reasonably priced product is sleek, powerful, and equipped with an excellent camera setup that will allow the recipients to capture memories with excellent quality.
If budget permits, go for the pricier Pixel 7 Pro for its bigger screen and superior camera. Also, consider adding a protective case to the gift package.
5High-Tech Hydration
The LARQ PureVis bottle is a high-tech gift to help them stay hydrated. The cap of every bottle has a UV-C light that will eliminate biological contaminants from its interior, as well as the recipient’s water.
Its insulated design will keep their drinks hot or cold so they can start the day with 17 ounces of piping-hot coffee and make the switch to water in the afternoon. There are two bottle sizes and many colors to choose from.
6For Fun Without Screens
A Lego kit is an equally excellent gift option for kids and adults. This Architecture set is a lovely gift option for dads to tackle with the kids. It will help them cut down on screen time by crafting scaled toy replicas of five iconic New York City landmarks: the Statue of Liberty, the Chrysler Building, the Empire State Building, the Flatiron Building, and One World Trade Center.
The beautiful set has almost 600 pieces — enough for hours of fun — and a booklet with details and history about every building.
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7For Old-School Audiophiles
Vinyl records are making a strong comeback, so gifting dads a high-quality player is a great idea, whether they want to get into vinyl or spin the records they collected decades ago.
The Crosley C6B-MA is an excellent option for old-school audiophiles, which combines timelessly cool design with up-to-date Bluetooth connectivity for linking to wireless headphones, earbuds, or speakers.
8A Personalized Multitool
Leatherman is synonymous with the industry’s finest multitools, and the reasonably priced Wingman is a great gift option for dads. Its 14 tools include pliers, wire and cable cutters, several screwdrivers, a combo blade, and scissors, among many others. Better yet, the product is infinitely customizable via a fun and interactive online tool.
Every Wingman comes with a sturdy nylon sheath and a 25-year warranty.
9For Dads with iPhones
The latest AirPods Pro wireless earphones are a no-brainer gift for iPhone users who need an upgrade. The newest iteration of the iconic product offers excellent sound and stellar noise cancellation to go with a comfy fit and a MagSafe-compatible charging case with a built-in speaker.
Consider adding a protective case to make an even bigger impression.
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10For Apple Aficionados
Dads who rock an iPhone, an Apple Watch, and a set of AirPods (or other earbuds that support wireless charging) will cherish this beautiful 3-in-1 charging station by Belkin for years. The accessory has a beautiful design with a metal stand that features a MagSafe charger and an Apple Watch dock.
Available in black or white, its base has a charging pad for compatible earphones.
11A Customized Case
A custom phone case like this one by Casetify is a gift for dads that will transform their go-to gadgets into bespoke items. You can browse multiple case styles for iPhone, Samsung Galaxy, and Google Pixel, then add a custom engraving using a font and color of your choosing.
Each case offers superb damage protection in various degrees and an eco-friendly build, among other features.
12For Commuting Dads
Dads frequently commuting or working on the go will instantly fall for a gift like the Bellroy Classic Backpack.
The stylish product has a standalone laptop pocket and plenty of compartments for tech and other go-to daily items. On the other hand, padded shoulder straps and back panels guarantee superb comfort while they carry the backpack.
Bellroy offers the product in several colors, with most sporting beautiful genuine leather accents.
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13Best Portable Speaker
The Sony SRS-XE300 Bluetooth speaker — our favorite in this product category — will treat dads to high-quality sound on the go for up to 24 hours between charges.
Available in black, blue, and gray, the gadget is great for beach days, camping, and rocking out during indoor or outdoor home projects, to name a few tasks. It’s dust- and waterproof, as well as shock-resistant. A smaller and cheaper SRS-XE200 speaker is also available.
14The Ultimate Travel Charger
The Anker 747 is an excellent gift for dads who frequently travel because it will be the only one they need in their bag. Its maximum power output is 150 watts, meaning it will charge any compatible laptop, tablet, or smartphone super fast. And with three USB-C ports and one USB-A connector on board, it will simultaneously power up all their tech.
15For Tidier Gadgets and Accessories
Meticulously handcrafted from genuine leather and soft wool with parachute-grade stitching to hold them together, the TechFolio tech organizer by Pad & Quill is a giftable accessory that will last Dad a lifetime.
The product has slots for cables and a pocket with a sturdy zipper for chargers and other small essentials. It also features a slot for Apple Pencil or another stylus/writing instrument.
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16For Next-Level Home Entertainment
If you want to gift a dad a big-ticket item such as a new 4K TV, we highly recommend the TCL 6-Series.
Sporting an under-$1,000 price tag for 55- and 65-inch versions, the Roku platform-equipped TV is equally great for keeping tabs on the news, watching live sports, streaming the latest blockbusters, and gaming with a high-performance console.
Its mini-LED display panel with hundreds of local dimming produces vibrant colors and deep contrast.
17Adventure-Ready Battery Pack
The Goal Zero Venture 75 portable battery pack is a gift that can charge all his gadgets on the go — from a laptop to a set of wireless earbuds and everything in between.
The accessory has a robust battery capacity, a trio of charging outputs (USB-C and two USB-A), and a built-in flashlight. It is IP67 waterproof and equally great for weekday commutes and outdoor adventures.
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