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“What is the best Christmas gift for a man?” must be one of the hardest questions ever asked. Scientists have been studying men’s gifts for centuries and the best they’ve come up with is, “not socks”. Which is useful, up to a point.
It helps to remember that the whole point of buying a present for a man – as with Christmas gifts for women – is to show not just that you love him but why you love him. If you appreciate the way he cooks, his skills in the garden, his love of music or his sense of adventure, you can show him with the right choice of present.
Below, we’ve found 23 men’s gift ideas that should cover all those bases this Christmas. But if you’re in a rush, here’s a quick look at the key five:
What are the best Christmas gifts for men in 2024? At a glance
How much should you spend on a Christmas gift for a man?
Naturally it depends on your budget, which is why we’ve divided the gift ideas below into price bands: gifts under £50, gifts under £100 and gifts for men who have everything – some of which go up to £220, for only the most deserving men.
We’ve exclusively chosen gifts that are available online. Where next-day delivery is available, we’ve marked it below to help you find the best last-minute gifts. The others may take a little longer to arrive, but none take longer than seven days.
From personalised gifts to crowdpleasing comestibles, one of these should make him feel loved, valued and understood on Christmas day. Don’t forget to remind him of that as you hand it over.
Best Christmas gifts for men under £50
1. Car scent diffuser
Best value Christmas gift for men
We like: personalisable with his own fragrance