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Secret Santa gifts for men
Useful, everyday things tend to win. These ideas suit a coworker, a brother-in-law or a friend, especially when you don't know his tastes in detail.
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Insulated travel mug
Hot coffee on the commute, cold water at the gym.See options on Amazon →Pocket multi-tool
A small toolbox for everyday fixes.See options on Amazon →Wool socks
Warm, practical and forgiving on sizing.See options on Amazon →Hot sauce sampler
For the person who adds heat to everything.See options on Amazon →Coffee sampler
A tour of roasts for coffee drinkers.See options on Amazon →Card game for adults
Quick to learn, good for game nights.See options on Amazon →Rechargeable pocket flashlight
Small, bright and genuinely handy.See options on Amazon →Phone and tablet stand
Hands-free calls, recipes and videos.See options on Amazon →Metal brain teaser puzzles
A desk-break challenge.See options on Amazon →Jerky or savory snack box
An easy win if he likes savory snacks.See options on Amazon →
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How to choose a Secret Santa gift for a man
Start with his wishlist if he has one. If not, think about what he does every day: commuting, working at a desk, cooking, exercising, gaming or watching sport. A better version of something he already uses is almost always a safer bet than a novelty. Coffee and tea drinkers are easy to buy for, and good socks are rarely wasted.
If you barely know him
For a coworker you've only met on video calls, stick to neutral, useful items: a travel mug, a phone stand, a snack box (check for allergies first), or a card game the team could play together. Skip grooming products, clothing beyond socks, and anything that assumes his hobbies.
If you know him well
Lean into a specific interest. A fan of a team, a band or a show will appreciate something tied to it. Someone who cooks might like a hot sauce sampler or a spice set; someone who tinkers might like a multi-tool. If he has a beard or a grooming routine he talks about, a grooming kit can work, but only when you're sure.
Gifts that miss more often
- Joke gifts that rely on stereotypes.
- Clothing in a guessed size.
- Strongly scented products.
- Alcohol, unless his wishlist asks for it.
Still stuck? Send him our Secret Santa questionnaire, or browse gifts under $25 and gifts for coworkers.
Frequently asked questions
What is a good Secret Santa gift for a man?
Useful everyday items are the safest picks: an insulated travel mug, good socks, a coffee or snack sampler, a pocket multi-tool, or a card game. Check his wishlist first.
What should I get a male coworker for Secret Santa?
Keep it neutral and useful, such as a travel mug, a phone stand or a snack box. Avoid clothing, grooming products and jokes.
What do you get a man who has everything for Secret Santa?
Consumables are a good bet: coffee, hot sauce, snacks or a small treat he wouldn't buy himself. An experience or a game the group can share also works.