25 Valentine's Day gifts for men they'll actually love (2024)

What could you possibly buy a guy for Valentine's Day that will compare with the gift of your love? Even so, you should at least consider getting him a little something to remind him that he's special. We've compiled tons of great gifts, from delicious spicy condiments to seriously cozy undies, and everything in between.

Wednesday, February 14 (Valentine's Day) will sneak up on you before you know it, so be sure to buy your gift as soon as possible so it's wrapped and ready for your special someone well in advance of the holiday.

1. For beer drinkers

A wise man once said, "candy is dandy, but liquor is quicker." Which is to say, certain fellas might be happier with this “Beer” My Valentine Bucket instead of a box of drug store chocolates. It comes with six delicious microbrews, and tasty accompaniments including cheesy popcorn, roasted nuts, and gourmet beef jerky.

2. For Netflix and chill dates

Does your special guy refuse to cut the cord? This Valentine's Day gift for men is an excellent way to finally get him on the streaming bandwagon. The Roku Streaming Stick 4K is dependable and reasonably priced, which is why it's one of our favorite streaming devices.

3. For a priceless gift

One of the best gifts you can give on Valentine's Day (or any holiday) is something practical like Tile Mate. It's a handy Bluetooth tracker that helps your special dude find his lost keys, wallet, or other valuables that often go missing. He'll wonder how he ever lived without it.

4. For a romance-sparking cologne

A good cologne is a date night essential, and he'll love this one. Afnan 9 PM for Men is a complex amber and vanilla cologne, with notes of apple, bergamot, cinnamon, and more. It comes packed in an attractive bottle, and is suitable for both formal events and casual affairs.

5. For grown-up chocolates

Instead of a box of chocolates full of awful flavors, why not get your guy a Valentine's Day gift for men that he'll actually want to eat? The Woodford Reserve Bourbon Ball Gift Box contains 16 delicious Bourbon balls made from high-quality chocolate, pecans, and the peety booze beloved by whiskey fans the world over.

6. For dudes who love pockets

Pants may seem like a ho-hum gift, unless it's a pair of ABC Classic Fit 5 Pocket Pants from lululemon. Not only are they comfortable and attractive, but it comes with five different pockets for him to fill with tech accessories, a wallet, loose candy, Pokemon cards, or whatever else he wants!

7. For gamers

No matter where your special dude games, they'll love the 8BitDo Pro 2 Bluetooth Controller. It rides the line between classic and modern gaming, and is compatible with Nintendo Switch, PC, Android, and a handful of other devices, making it one of the most versatile gamepads out there.

8. For foodies

If your fella does any serious cooking, he'll treasure a box from Crowd Cow. It's one of our favorite meat delivery services because of the wide range of cuts it offers, it's fast shipping, and it's reasonably priced quality cuts of beef, seafood, and more.

9. For healthy dudes

Valentine's Day is in February, so there's a chance your special guy is still sticking to his healthy lifestyle New Year's resolution. The Fitbit Charge 5 will help them meet all their wellness goals, considering how well it tracks everything from heart rate to sleep quality. Because it's easy to wear and use, it's one of our favorite fitness trackers out there.

10. For coffee drinkers

Is your guy one of those "Don't talk to me until I've had my coffee" people? He'll adore the YETI Rambler mug, and the way it keeps hot coffee hot for hours. It even comes in 24 colors to match all personalities and tastes.

11. For guys who love smelling manly

Soap makes an excellent Valentine's Day gift for men, as long as it's as good as the ones made by Dr. Squatch. This three-pack of soaps made with dudes in mind packs masculine scents like wood barrel bourbon, and are made from all-natural ingredients like coconut oil, shea butter, and kaolin clay.

12. For poker players

Card sharks will love how gorgeous the Bicycle Prismatic Playing Cards are, especially compared to cheaper, rinky-dink playing cards. Each card has inspired designs with a gold-foil finish that truly makes them pop. They're almost too fancy to use!

13. For stir-fry fanatics

While they may not admit it out loud, plenty of dudes want to be Link from Legend of Zelda, not so they can save Hyrule from Ganon, but to cook tasty treats in a wok. This carbon-steel wok is perfect for living out this fantasy, with a great handle for maneuverability that dishes out lots of heat to make incredibly delicious stir-fried delights.

14. For classy guys

Nothing pairs with a glass of casket-aged Scotch like a good cigar. This whiskey and cigar set includes a double old-fashioned glass and a wood stand with a divet for the glass and a cigar. You can even add a custom monogrammed message to make it truly special.

15. For dudes who are so fresh, so clean

The secret to washing up has less to do with technique, and more to do with tools. Manscaped The Body Buffer is the easiest way for dudes to clean up well, made from silicone that won't house germs and grime like a loofah or sponge.

16. For home cooks

You can learn to cook just about anything by watching YouTube, especially if it's a channel like Joshua Weissman's. His second cookbook is all about cracking perfect textures, in everything from arancini to diner-style milkshakes. If you've got a special guy who loves adventuring in the kitchen, he'll love this book.

The Theragun Mini is a small, but powerful little massage gun, and is perfect for the dude who's always achy. It's one of our favorite massage guns out there, because of its versatility, portability, and reasonable price point.

18. For a universally loved accessory

Carhartt beanies are perfect for finishing any outfit, especially in cold weather months. These attractive beanies come in tons of colors, and are so inexpensive, your fella would likely be more than happy to add another one to his wardrobe.

19. For carnivores

It's hard to believe, but not everyone is into chocolate. That doesn't mean these weirdos should go without a special treat on Valentine's Day. The Booze Infused Jerkygram from Man Crates contains four tasty jerky offerings with flavors like Caribbean Rum and Whiskey Maple.

20. For arcade rats

If your special guy is a gamer who's stuck in the past, he'll love Double Dragon Gaiden: Rise of the Dragons. It's the latest in the time-honored Double Dragon beat-em-up series, and looks and plays like the classic titles, with plenty of modern quality-of-life improvements.

21. For heat-seekers

Spicy food fanatics will adore the Fly By Jing Triple Threat gift box. It's got three different flavors of chili crisp, that's good on everything from dumplings to rice, and even eggs, and will likely become their new favorite condiment. This pack also comes with an exclusive set of Kung Fu Panda stickers, making it an even sweeter package.

22. For the coolest underwear

There are few gifts as priceless as a pair of potentially life-changing underwear. The aptly named Bamboo Cool boxer briefs stay cool all day, and wick away moisture providing breathable comfort all day long. This set comes with four undies, and their available in different colors to suit all styles.

23. For a manly candle

Candles aren't exactly the first thing that comes to mind when you think of good Valentine's Day gifts for men, but Wax & Wit scented candles are an outlier. These candles come packed in attractive black jars, with manly scents like Mountain Retreat, Campfire, and Leather Jacket that he'll love.

24. For guys who love to play with fire

Ever since we lived in caves, dudes have had a magnetic attraction to fire. The Bernzomatic Trigger Start Propane Torch is a safe and user-friendly way to harness a big burst of heat, to brown a steak, finish a creme brulee, roast a marshmallow, or just start a charcoal fire. It makes a great Valentine's Day gift for men who love adventurous cooking, indoors or out.

25. For knee-slapping socks

Socks get a bad rap as gifts, but the trick is to buy them a pair or two that stand out. Few sets are as cool or as charming as the Rainbow Socks Pizza Box, which look like a delicious delivery pizza when they're rolled up. They even come packed in a pizza box.

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