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“What is the best Valentine’s Day 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 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.
We’ve found 30 men’s gift ideas that should cover all those bases – but if you’re in a rush, here’s a quick look at the key five:
What are the best Valentine’s Day gifts for men in 2024? At a glance
How much should you spend on a gift for him?
Naturally it depends on your budget, which is why we’ve divided the gift ideas below into price bands. All 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.
From personalised gifts to crowdpleasing comestibles, one of these should make the man in your life feel loved, valued and proud to have such a thoughtful person in his life. Don’t forget to remind him of that as you hand it over.
Best Valentine’s Day gifts for men under £50
1. Virgin experience days
Best experience gift for men
We like: experiences are more memorable than physical gifts
