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45 Gifts Your Husband Actually Wants—Even If He Has Everything

Unique gifts he didn’t know he needed (until now).

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As much as you love your man, odds are, he’s not great at telling you what he wants—whether it's his birthday, a holiday, or your anniversary. I’m a believer, though, that the best gifts are things he’d never think to ask for—the unexpected upgrades, little luxuries, and useful finds that make his everyday easier. Think a portable projector that'll take family movie to the next level, a smart meat thermometer for his afternoons spent barbecuing, or that chic pair of Ray-Bans he’s been eyeing.

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We polled our own gents (I’ve bought a number of these picks for my fiancé over the years) to bring you the most popular gifts for husbands. There are romantic present, like a personalized view finder that’ll remind him of childhood and some seriously useful gifts—everything from a mini chainsaw he’ll use in the backyard to a smart bird feeder our editors always recommend.

For Mr. Fix-It, it's hard to find a present that'll top a power tool organizer. This one has four slots for hanging tools, four hooks, and a power strip with eight outlets to charge tools easily. If he's not a fan of red, it also comes in several other colors.

There are some fashion staples that never go out of style, like this classic polo from Lacoste. Available in a ton of colors, it’s perfect for the golf course, office, or date nights in the city.

RELATED: Amazon Slashed the Price of Lacoste Polo Shirts

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If he’s always dreamed of owning a Corvette, here’s the next best thing. This 732-piece building set includes moving functions with steering, a moving 8-cylinder engine, and opening doors and hood.

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Unique Gift Idea

AuKing Mini Projector

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AuKing Mini Projector

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Shine this budget projector toward a blank wall, sheet, or solid surface to mimic the movie theater experience right at home (or wherever else he may be). Toggle between different screen sizes up to 200 inches to catch Netflix shows, YouTube clips, or sports games in full detail.

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For the man who loves to be prepared, this sleek pocketknife performs many jobs—from opening packages to carving marshmallow sticks when camping or cutting lines when fishing. It comes in five colors, and you can add a strap or keychain for convenience.

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For Men Who Travel

Leather Trim Weekender

Leather Trim Weekender
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Leather Trim Weekender

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Spacious enough to hold clothing, shoes, and toiletries for a weekend getaway, this overnight bag is a stylish upgrade from the duffel he's been using since who knows when. Even after a few (too many) trips around the bag carousel, this durable canvas duffel will still look good as new. The leather trim also adds a nice, elevated touch.

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This 4-inch chainsaw functions just like the bigger version, except it can be easily stored away in a closet or drawer. Our testers put it to work across a slew of tough yard tasks, including cutting through 2-inch-thick tree branches and pruning a thorny rose bush with hard-to-reach stems.

RELATED: This Power Pruner Is the Yard Cleanup Tool You Didn’t Know You Needed

Chances are, his sunnies could use an upgrade and Ray-Ban is a timeless choice. My fiancé loves this polarized pair for everyday—driving, golfing, and walking around town.

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If he's the grilling type, there's no better gift than this wireless, digital meat thermometer that our Good Housekeeping Institute Kitchen Lab pros tested and loved. It has two sensors and one probe that will track the progress of meat, and with over 35,000 five-star reviews on Amazon, we'd say it's well worth the price tag.

RELATED: Expert-Approved Grilling Gifts for the Perfect BBQ

He’ll think of you every time he pulls this chic lighter out of his pocket. This one is hand-stamped with “Mi Amor,” but there’s another that says "True Love"that’s equally as cute.

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Great for lounging on the couch or in bed, this modular console features a snack cup (sizable enough to fit a 16-ounce drink), a gyroscope cupholder, and a spacer that doubles as a lid for extra snacks or tech. When not in use, the console can be flipped over and used as a cushioned armrest.

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Most Popular Gift

TUSHY Warm Water Bidet Spa

Warm Water Bidet Spa
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Most Popular Gift

TUSHY Warm Water Bidet Spa

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Give him (and yourself!) the gift of a clean hiney with this highly reviewed, warm water toilet attachment."It's perfect for people who don't want to change the look or configuration of their current toilet," says Dan DiClerico, the Good Housekeeping Institute's Home Improvement & Outdoor Lab Director. Choose from several colors that each offer temperature and water pressure control.

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Perfect for grilling every Sunday, this essential apron is customized with his favorite NFL team’s name and logo. He may even recognize the classic style from the popular series The Bear starring Jeremy Allen White.

Upgrade his grooming routine with this waterproof body hair trimmer. The LED lights will give him confidence, while the interchangeable dual-head system is specifically designed for a skin-close shave.

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It's amazing where wedded bliss can lead you. Customize this vintage-looking map print with your names and anniversary date, then mark all of the places you've been together—honeymoon spots, vacations, weekend getaways—with the included pushpins.

Help him track down a signature scent with this trendy trio from La Labo. Another 13 is a hypnotizing scent with notes of ambrox, musk, jasmine petals, and moss, Noir 29 is an ode to the noble black tea leaf, and the Santal 33 (our personal fave) has notes of notes of cedarwood, cardamom, iris, and leather accord.

RELATED: 17 Best Colognes for Men of All Time, According to a Fragrance Nerd

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We all eventually get into birdwatching, right? The Wi-Fi-enabled Bird Buddy will notify him of vistors via an app—he can even share the pictures with friends or family. It’s equipped with artificial intelligence that enables it to identify over 1,000 bird species.

RELATED: 4 Smart Bird Feeders That Make Birdwatching So Much Better

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Most Meaningful Gift

I Wrote a Book About You

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I Wrote a Book About You
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I Wrote a Book About You

This fill-in-the-blank book is the perfect way to tell him why he's loved, especially if his love language is words of affirmation. "The artwork is charming and the questions are a little offbeat and cute," one Amazon reviewer shared. All you have to do is answer the prompts for a one-of-a-kind present he can read over and over again.

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For the husband beholden to the Apple tech family, gift him this foldable, 3-in-1 charger that can juice his phone, smartwatch, and AirPods to 100% in just two to three hours. It's the perfect desk-side or travel companion. It operates through a magnetic charge, eliminating the need for excess cords.

Give his trusty flannel an upgrade. Pick from five different neutral hues in sizes small to 5XL. The hood and sherpa lining provide extra warmth.

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Alyssa Gautieri
Senior Gifts Editor

Alyssa Gautieri (she/her) leads Good Housekeeping’s gift guide strategy. She writes and edits commerce content, where she analyzes lifestyle trends, shopping data, and works closely with the Good Housekeeping Institute to recommend top-tested products. Previously, she was the associate lifestyle editor for GH and wrote for publications including ELLE Decor, BobVila.com, and Unique Homes Magazine. When she’s not tracking down buzzy products, you can find her walking her dog, Skye, around Jersey City.

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