Father’s Day doesn’t have to be a wishy-washy version of Mother’s Day, here are some of our top picks for gadget gifts to give to dad for any occasion.
One weekend, while driving with a relative who shall remain nameless, I casually mentioned Father’s Day.
“Oh my gosh, to be honest with you, I didn’t even know Father’s Day was coming up,” she said.
Yes, that’s right.
To be fair, it’s common for even male athletes to say “Hi, Mom” when they’re interviewed at sporting events. But just because Father’s Day is like a wishy-washy version of Mother’s Day doesn’t mean you can’t give your dad flowers.
By the way, here is a list of recommended gadgets that you can give to your dad for Father’s Day, his birthday, Christmas, or any other special occasion. Of course, you can give him a tie to celebrate his promotion, but your dad will surely be happier with these gift suggestions.
Sennheiser Accentum Plus
Like the dad joke goes, you may not necessarily like your dad’s music, but we know he really does. When it comes to premium audio, there are few more well-known brands than Sennheiser that your dad will love. One new option to consider is the Sennheiser Accentum Plus. These headphones pack wireless connectivity, active noise cancellation, a built-in equalizer, and Sennheiser’s trademark sound quality, all in a comfortable, lightweight design. With 50 hours of battery life and a quick charge time that gives you 5 hours of use from just 10 minutes of charging, these headphones are perfect for plane trips and long journeys. Even better, the Sennheiser Accentum Plus has been discounted from its original price of $230.
Cost: $200
More info: Sennheiser Accentum Plus official website
Panasonic ARC5 Electric Shaver
Men and shaving go together like cookies and cream. Nothing comes close like a good old razor, but many men still prefer to use electric razors for their convenience and fewer rashes. A standout in the electric razor category is the Panasonic ARC5. As the name suggests, the Panasonic ARC5 uses a five-blade shaving system that delivers one of the closest shaves you can get with an electric razor. This product outperforms its more expensive competitors. The Panasonic ARC5 is versatile and works in both dry and wet modes for those who use shaving cream. It’s super easy to clean, and you can replace the foil and blades for even longer use. Add in the excellent battery life (it lasts for days before needing to be charged), and the Panasonic ARC5 is one of the best electric shavers on the market. Alternatively, you can consider its smaller sibling, the ARC3, for a more affordable option.
Cost: $160
More information: Panasonic ARC5 official website
Vitapod Go Bundle
Staying hydrated is beneficial for everyone, and dad is no exception. If you want to give your dad a drink that is more natural than Gatorade, made with better ingredients, and free of artificial colors and flavors, the Vitapod Go Starter Bundle is one option. The bundle comes with a Vitapod Go bottle in a few colors to choose from, as well as 30 flavor pods of your choice, including strawberry mango, apple pear, blueberry pomegranate, and Cotton Candy if your dad wants to relive the wildness of his youth. To make the drink, simply open the lid, fill with tap water, insert the flavor pod, close the cap, shake, and you’re ready for instant flavored water with vitamins and minerals. It will cost you about $1.86 per pod. With a subscription, the cost drops to about $1.50.
Price: $81 for the Vitapod Go Bottle and a pack of 30 flavor pods
More information: Vitapod official website
Flexispot C7 Ergonomic Chair
Going back to the topic of health, has your dad been struggling with back pain lately? If so, you might want to consider an ergonomic chair. This chair has a curved backrest that can be adjusted to keep your hips in the correct straight position without bending your back. In fact, almost every part, from the headrest to the armrests to the seat, can be adjusted to accommodate any posture. You can lean back to rest, put your feet up in front of you, or sit in a cross-legged position with your feet up. You can also choose between a traditional soft pad or a breathable mesh surface to keep you cool. Incidentally, Flexispot also makes a great standing desk that can help alleviate poor posture even more.
Price: From $360
More information: Flexispot C7 official website
Gosney Dome
If money is no object, here’s the ultimate toy, er, cooking tool, for any pizza-loving dad: the Gozney Dome Premium Backyard Pizza Oven. Dads who love to play with fire but struggle to get a fire going will appreciate the Gozney Dome’s ability to use either gas or wood as a heat source. Using fire instead of electricity also means it can reach the blistering high temperatures of up to 950F or 510C needed to make an authentic Neapolitan or New York pizza, and it’ll be ready in minutes, or even less. It also looks good, is a great conversation piece for the backyard barbecue, and will bring a proud smile to any dad’s face.
Price: $1,999 for the dual fuel version, $1,499 for the S1 gas-only version
More information: Gozney Pizza Oven official website
Oonical 12
Well, maybe the Gozny Dome is a bit too pricey. But don’t worry, you can fulfill your dad’s yearning for a backyard pizza oven with a more affordable alternative: the Ooni Karu 12. This pizza oven can bake pizzas using gas, wood, and even charcoal. It’s also great because it can reach temperatures up to 905F, which is enough to put that trademark leopard print on your bubbling Neapolitan pizza. The Karu 12 can bake a 12-inch pizza and is relatively small, making it easy to carry when taking it on a camping trip.
Price: $299
More information: Ooni Karu 12 Official Website
Western Digital My Passport Ultra
If your dad travels a lot for work or likes to take photos and videos on vacation, he might use an external drive. Western Digital’s My Passport Ultra has a metal design for durability. Add to that the small form factor and you have an external hard drive that takes up little space on your desk and is perfect for traveling. It has extremely fast transfer speeds of up to 5 Gbps. Data on the drive can be encrypted, and Western Digital is currently running a promotion on their site offering a free two-year data recovery plan. The WD My Passport Ultra comes in storage capacities from 1 TB up to 6 TB, so there’s plenty of room. You might also want to check out the standard Western Digital My Passport Drive as an alternative option.
Cost: $70 to $200
More information: Western Digital My Passport Ultra official website
Razer Wolverine V2 Pro and V2 Chroma
All work and no play makes dad a boring guy. For dads who love gaming, a good controller makes a fun hobby even more enjoyable. And if your dad is one of those old-school guys who just can’t get used to the keyboard and mouse setup and prefers playing first-person shooters with a controller, the Razer Wolverine V2 Pro might be just what Dr. Mario ordered. This enthusiast controller comes with some “pro” gaming features, including a ton of extra buttons that can be programmed and remapped to customize them in Razer’s Controller Setup app. The D-pad and buttons, which are usually a weak point on many controllers, also feel great to use because they use Razer’s Mecha-Tactile input, making them a good choice for classic games. And for shooters, the hair trigger mode lets you fire faster, and the sensitivity clutch button lets you slow down or speed up aiming for precise targets. The controller is available in PlayStation 5 (V2 Pro) and Xbox Series (V2 Chroma) versions, both of which work with PC in wired and wireless modes. Note, however, that the PS5 version is much more expensive. Otherwise, if your dad is happy to game on Xbox or PC with a more basic wired controller, he can pick up the cheaper Razer Wolverine V2 for just $70.
Price: $250 (PS5), $128 (XBOX)
More info: Razer official website
EZQuest USB-C Multimedia Hub
Port space is at a premium on today’s laptops. With the competition between traditional USB-A fat ports and USB-C, there are usually fewer of both. With the focus on making laptops slimmer, there are also fewer ports, removing the HDMI and Ethernet ports that previously came as standard. If you find yourself constantly swapping out drives, accessories, and numerous adapters as your dad uses his laptop, it might be time to give your poor dad a multimedia hub. One option is the EZQuest 8-in-1 Multimedia Hub Adapter. It converts one USB-C port into multiple connections. This includes three USB-A ports and one USB-C, one HDMI, one Gigabit Ethernet, one SD card, and one MicroSD port. If your dad has either a MacBook Pro or a MacBook Air, you can choose the EZQuest Ultimate Multimedia Hub Adapter, which comes with 13 connections including a VGA display connector and a 3.5mm headphone jack socket for the same price. Both have pass-through power and can charge your devices.
Cost: $50
More information: EZQuest Multimedia Hub official website