6 Best Gifts for Men of 2026

For a man who already runs, or who keeps promising himself he will start, the Garmin Forerunner 165 is a gift that gets used every single week. It is a GPS running watch with a bright 1.2-inch AMOLED touchscreen, and Garmin rates it for up to 11 days of battery in smartwatch mode and up to 19 hours with GPS on. That means he can charge it once a week rather than every night, which matters more than any spec sheet when you wear a watch around the clock. Reviewers are largely positive. NBC Select's gift guide describes it as a running smartwatch with strong tracking and long battery life, and its own review stresses comfort. TechRadar's review calls it a fantastic, more affordable Forerunner. Beyond the running metrics and training plans, it handles everyday smartwatch duties such as notifications and contactless payment support, so it can replace a basic watch on a normal day. Who is it for? The recreational runner who wants real data, such as pace, distance and training guidance, without moving up to Garmin's expensive flagship range. It also suits a beginner who wants a reason to keep going, since the watch suggests training plans and tracks progress over time. What are the catches? Reviewers note a learning curve in the companion app, and one review says it is less suited to multisport athletes who need to log triathlon-style events. It is a running-first watch, so a man who mainly swims or cycles might prefer something else. Be careful about the version too: the Garmin Forerunner 165 Music is a separate model with music storage, and the purchase button here leads to the standard version without music. If he likes listening to playlists with no phone, check which one you want. Pair it with a recent phone and it becomes a motivating present that rewards effort over time.

A games console is the biggest crowd-pleaser on this list when the man in question plays, and the Nintendo Switch 2 is the one that works both on the sofa and on the go. Good Morning America's 2026 men's gift guide features it as the pick for gaming fans, and reviewers broadly agree it is a refinement of the original rather than a reinvention. Engadget's review calls it the Super Switch we have been waiting for, aside from its battery life. The hardware is a clear step up. Nintendo lists a 7.9-inch 1080p LCD screen, 256 GB of internal storage expandable with microSD Express cards, and a dock that can output up to 4K to a compatible TV. The Joy-Con 2 controllers attach magnetically, and either one can be slid across a surface to act like a mouse in supported games. The GameChat feature allows voice chat with friends while playing. It also plays compatible games from the original Switch, though Nintendo warns that some may not be fully supported. Who is it for? The gamer who enjoys Nintendo's first-party games, the family that likes to play together and anyone who wants a console that doubles as a handheld. Reviewers suggest that people who still own the original Switch will see a bigger upgrade than owners of the OLED model, who might reasonably wait. What are the catches? Battery life is the most common complaint: Nintendo gives a range of roughly 2 to 6.5 hours depending on the game. Games are sold separately, so think about giving a title alongside it, and a man who plays mostly on PC or PlayStation may not want it at all. Be sure he has not just bought one himself. For a household that loves games, this is a present that will be opened with excitement and used for years.

The Ooni Koda 12 is a more ambitious present for the man who loves cooking for friends and has a terrace, garden or balcony with space for an outdoor oven. It is a compact propane-fired pizza oven, and Ooni says it reaches up to 500 °C in about 15 minutes and cooks a Neapolitan-style pizza in around 60 seconds. It weighs about 9.25 kg, so it can be moved and stored, and it includes a flame safety device that cuts the gas if the flame goes out. Reviewers like how simple it is. Homes & Gardens found the pizzas just as good as those from Ooni's wood-fired Fyra, with less mess because it runs on gas. Good Morning America's 2026 men's gift guide includes it among its home picks for the cook. For someone who enjoys hosting, a pizza night with the Koda 12 is a social event rather than a chore, which is what makes this a memorable gift. Who is it for? The enthusiastic home cook, the host who likes cooking outdoors and the beginner who wants quick, good results without learning how to manage a wood fire. It is propane only, so there is no wood or charcoal option. What are the catches? Several reviewers report uneven heat, with the back of the oven running hotter, so he will need to turn the pizza as it cooks. Wind can also affect the flame, and the cooking area is limited to roughly 12-inch pizzas. Reviewers say the integrated stone can be fragile and that the oven should not be stored outside. Above all, it needs a gas cylinder and a regulator of the right pressure: Ooni supplies a hose and regulator, but check that it matches the gas bottles used in your area. This is the least plug-and-play gift here, and the one to avoid if he lives in a flat with no outdoor space. Add a pizza peel, a few good ingredients and an invitation to friends, and the gift turns into a great evening.

The Theragun Mini is a pocket-sized percussive massager for a man who trains, plays sport or sits at a desk all day and ends up with a stiff neck and sore legs. It is the third generation of Therabody's smallest massage gun, and both NBC Select's and Good Morning America's 2026 men's gift guides include a Theragun in their fitness picks, which shows how popular a recovery tool has become as a present. The big selling point is portability. Tom's Guide says that if portability is your main concern the Theragun Mini is hard to beat, and describes it as roughly the size of a smartphone, so it fits in a gym bag or a travel case. Another reviewer found the Mini quieter and just as effective as bigger models for everyday use. That makes it a gift that is more likely to be used regularly than a bulky device that lives in a cupboard. Who is it for? The recreational athlete, the runner who wants to loosen calves after a long run, and the office worker with tight shoulders. It is also a thoughtful present for someone who travels often. What are the catches? Be aware that most of the reviews we read cover earlier versions of the Mini, so treat their findings as a guide to the line rather than this exact model. Reviewers consistently say it is less powerful than larger guns: One reviewer says it delivers enough percussion for many people but perhaps not for athletes who want deep work, and recommends a larger model for them. There is no heat function on the standard Mini, and the full app experience of bigger models is not included. If he trains hard and wants maximum power, look at a full-size gun instead. For most men, a compact massage gun that actually gets packed and used is a better present than a powerful one that never leaves the shelf.

Not every gift has to be big, and the Owala FreeSip is a modest present that still gets used every day. It is a stainless-steel insulated bottle with a 32 oz capacity, which is about 950 ml, so it holds enough for a day at the gym, the office or on the road. NBC Select's 2026 men's gift guide includes an Owala FreeSip among its picks, and it is a good choice as an economical extra to go with a bigger present. The defining feature is the spout. It works both as a straw you sip through while upright and as a wide opening you tilt to drink from, and the lid locks closed. Today's reviewer liked the large opening and hidden straw, and Owala describes triple-layer insulation, a leak-resistant lid and a wide mouth for adding ice. The brand claims drinks stay cold for up to 24 hours, which is a manufacturer figure rather than an independent measurement. Who is it for? The man who carries water around all day: the gym-goer, the office worker, the hiker or the driver who wants a bottle that fits a cup holder. It is a safe present for someone who has everything, because he will use it constantly. What are the catches? Reviewers raise a few. Today's reviewer found the bottle tricky to clean in the small spaces of the lid. The bottle is not meant for hot or carbonated drinks, and Owala advises against hot, carbonated or perishable liquids and says never to microwave it. The lid is dishwasher safe but the body should be washed by hand. In some head-to-head tests, other bottles were preferred for function, with the FreeSip winning on style rather than practicality. If you want a thoughtful but simple present, or a small extra to pair with another gift, a well-chosen bottle in his favourite colour is hard to beat. It is the lowest-risk present on this list.