These Boyfriend-Approved Birthday Gift Ideas are Totally Genius (2024)

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Is it just me, or is it extra hard to buy presents for the people you know best? Like, I can think of random gift ideas for my neighbor John off the top of my head, but the perfect unique birthday gift idea for my boyfriend?! Uhhh, can I have a few business days to brainstorm? I always put so much more pressure on myself to find the most sentimental, thoughtful stuff for my fave person, which—spoiler alert—takes freaking forever.

If this sounds familiar, you probably have the hardest time in the world finding a prezzie for your S.O. But fear not if you’re two weeks into a new relationship and have no idea where to start! Rest easy even if you’ve been together for five years and you’ve used up all your good gift ideas on Christmases and anniversaries! We did all the hard work for you by rounding up 67 unique birthday gifts for him (I’m talkin’ boyfriend/husband/person from Hinge/situationship?) to make gift shopping a breeze.

If he’s into music, a new pair of headphones or a high-quality speaker might be just the thing. If he’s always at the gym, something like a vibrating foam roller or new workout tees are sure to be appreciated. You'll also find gifts on this list that fit a wide variety of budgets, whether you’re trying to go all-out with a luxury gift or trying to find a gift idea under $30 this year (without him noticing lol). Basically, I thought of it all so you don’t have to. Thank me later!

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these lifting gloves

POWERHANDZ Weighted Training Gloves

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these lifting gloves

POWERHANDZ Weighted Training Gloves

You may not be the most helpful spotter for his 200-pound bench press, but you can support his ~fitness journey~ with these non-slip gloves that are perfect for weightlifting or boxing.

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these noise-canceling headphones

Beats Studio Pro

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these noise-canceling headphones

Beats Studio Pro

Now 14% Off

Are they a frequent traveler? High-quality noise-canceling headphones make a huge difference on long-haul flights when it comes to tuning out the drone of the engine. These Beats Studio Pro headphones come in a variety of cool, neutral shades that anyone is sure to love.

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this heartfelt personalized book

'I Wrote a Book About You' Fill-in-the-Blank Book

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this heartfelt personalized book

'I Wrote a Book About You' Fill-in-the-Blank Book

This is definitely a more sentimental gift, but if that's their thing, they'll absolutely love this. You fill in the book's prompts like "if I could give you a trophy, it would be for..."

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this wallet for people who lose things all the time

Beaulyn Mens Wallet for Airtag

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this wallet for people who lose things all the time

Beaulyn Mens Wallet for Airtag

This one is for the man who is constantly misplacing his wallet. Get this: It’s a wallet with a built-in holder for an AirTag that’ll allow him to easily track it. You’ll be saving his life with this gift, my friend! (Ahem, just make sure he has an AirTag when you get this for him, or buy one on Amazon and make it a complete gift!)

There’s no better shirt you can get him than one that has your face all over it. Luckily for him, this one is actually incredibly stylish. And if you need more convincing, all the girlfriends on TikTok are gifting their men this!

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this deep-tissue massage gun

NEPQ Mini Massage Gun

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this deep-tissue massage gun

NEPQ Mini Massage Gun

I recently discovered that my brother, my boyfriend, and my sister’s boyfriend all have massage guns on their wishlist, so this one may be a home run (just saying!). Plus, he’ll stop asking you to step on his back once you buy this for him.

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a massaging wrap

Etekcity Cordless Neck Back Massager

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a massaging wrap

Etekcity Cordless Neck Back Massager

This wireless warming massager with eight massage heads actually feels like someone is giving you a shoulder rub. Need I explain why this is a great gift idea?

8

this cool beer gadget

FIZZICS FZ403 DraftPour Beer Dispenser

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this cool beer gadget

FIZZICS FZ403 DraftPour Beer Dispenser

Even the man who has everything probably doesn't have this. This beer dispenser takes any can or bottle of beer and turns it into a nitro-style draft beer, which enhances the flavor. Pretty cool, right?

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a bunch of date ideas

Anne Lopez Date Night Bucket List

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a bunch of date ideas

Anne Lopez Date Night Bucket List

Sometimes he wants more of an experience than a tangible gift. Opt for this creative set of date night ideas so you two can keep things exciting.

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this charger and phone sanitizer

PhoneSoap Cell Phone Sanitizer and Charger

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this charger and phone sanitizer

PhoneSoap Cell Phone Sanitizer and Charger

Sorry, but all of our phones are more germ-ridden than we want to believe. That's why something like this charging box that sanitizes their device using UV light is actually a great gift. It says "I love you, please don't get a cold and then give it to me."

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this useful keychain

i-Dawn iPhone Charge Lightning Cable + Keychain + Bottle Opener

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this useful keychain

i-Dawn iPhone Charge Lightning Cable + Keychain + Bottle Opener

If you're looking for a gift under $10 that he'll actually use, this keychain is pretty nifty. It has a bottle opener so he can stay, uh, hydrated and an iPhone charging cable so he can stay connected.

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this hi-tech mug

Ember Temperature Control Smart Mug 2

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this hi-tech mug

Ember Temperature Control Smart Mug 2

Now 16% Off

A self-heating mug means no more dealing with cold cups of hot coffee! He can set his preferred temperature via the app. So easy!

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these personalized glasses

Uncommon Goods 'All Roads Take Us Home' Map Glass Duo

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these personalized glasses

Uncommon Goods 'All Roads Take Us Home' Map Glass Duo

He's going to LOVE these glasses with a custom map etched on them. You can get it etched with your current neighborhood, his college town, his hometown, or anywhere else.

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this high-tech roller

LifePro Surger Vibrating Foam Roller

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this high-tech roller

LifePro Surger Vibrating Foam Roller

Now 53% Off

The vibrating gifts we recommend are usually of a different type but hear me out! This textured foam roller helps take care of their muscles and can lessen the risk of injury (whether they're weightlifting, training for a marathon, or just in need of some pain relief after sitting at a desk all day).

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this classic chain

Mejuri 5mm Curb Chain Necklace Silver

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this classic chain

Mejuri 5mm Curb Chain Necklace Silver

Everyone loves a jewelry gift! This durable 925 Sterling Silver chain (that’s 92.5% pure silver, btw) comes in three lengths, depending on their personal preference, and is perfect for wearing solo or with a simple pendant.

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these handy devices

Apple AirTag

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these handy devices

Apple AirTag

Now 14% Off

If they're constantly asking you where their keys are or where they set down their backpack, one word for ya: AirTag. These are legit useful, and at less than $30, you might as well grab a few.

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a pair of polarized sunnies

Carfia Retro Round Polarized Sunglasses

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a pair of polarized sunnies

Carfia Retro Round Polarized Sunglasses

Now 28% Off

He’ll look like the coolest dude on the block in a pair of classic sunglasses.

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this fingerprint door knob

GeekTale Smart Door Knob

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this fingerprint door knob

GeekTale Smart Door Knob

Now 40% Off

Is your little bro trying to keep Mom out of his room, or just looking to upgrade his set-up to something Tony Stark-worthy? This easy-to-install door knob uses biometrics to determine who gets to enter and who is locked out! Plus, multiple users can be registered to unlock this fingerprint-activated door knob via a convenient app, and it even shows you which users unlocked the door (and when). Bet you didn’t know you could snag this on Amazon, huh?

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this classic beanie

Carhartt Men's Knit Cuffed Beanie, Heather Grey

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this classic beanie

Carhartt Men's Knit Cuffed Beanie, Heather Grey

This best-selling beanie should definitely be in your man's rotation of accessories. And it’s under $20!

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this easy-to-use projector

NICPOW Outdoor Projector

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this easy-to-use projector

NICPOW Outdoor Projector

Now 30% Off

If movie nights are his thing, this gift is the perfect way to take it to the next level. This projector can be used indoors or outdoors and comes with a 100-inch projection screen so you don't have to worry about finding the perfect surface. It's compatible with a ton of different devices including smartphones, so you should be able to start streaming in no time.

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Hannah Oh

Assistant Shopping Editor

Hannah is the assistant shopping editor at Cosmopolitan, covering all things from cute apartment decor to trendy fashion finds, TikTok products that are actually worth your $$$, and the perfect gift to buy for your boyfriend's mom. She previously wrote for Seventeen and CR Fashion Book. Follow her on Instagram for hot takes on red carpet fashion and unhinged updates on the books she’s reading on the train.

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Daisy Maldonado

Associate Shopping Editor

Daisy Maldonado is an associate shopping editor at Cosmopolitan who loves writing about fashion trends, must-have beauty products, and digital culture. When she's not writing, you can almost certainly find her shopping (she knows her credit card numbers by heart) or obsessing over celebrity news. Although she’s acquired an extensive closet over the years, her favorite item she owns is a Harry Styles Love On Tour hoodie she purchased at his concert in Manchester. Daisy's work has appeared on Refinery29, The Daily Beast, E! News, Allure and more. Keep up with all of her chaotic travels, NYC life and fashionable moments on her Instagram.

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