With an enormous array of products and speedy shipping options, Amazon’s a reliable go-to option for anyone who struggles with gift giving. In fact, the retailer is a perfect place to shop for last-minute gifts for Father’s Day, which falls on Sunday, June 16. Plus, Amazon’s large catalog has gift ideas for every type of father figure, including kitchen gadgets, tech accessories, fitness gear and outdoor supplies. We sorted through its many offerings and curated a list of the best Father’s Day gifts that should arrive in time for the holiday.
SKIP AHEAD Best personalized gifts | Best food and kitchen gifts | Best tech gifts | Best apparel gifts | Best travel gifts | Best outdoor gifts | Best fitness and self-care gifts
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Every gift on this list should arrive by this Sunday if you have a Prime membership, which has one-, two- and same-day delivery options on qualifying orders. If you don’t have a Prime membership or if you order through another seller, such as Target, Walmart or Best Buy, you may need to pay extra for faster shipping to ensure that your order arrives by Father’s Day. All of the following products have a 4-star average rating or higher from at least 500 reviews on Amazon or are products NBC Select staff have tried or written about themselves.
Best food and kitchen gifts
Bodum Pour-Over Coffee Maker
4.6-star average rating from 41,558 reviews on Amazon
This pour-over coffee maker will make it easy for your dad to make his morning coffee in minutes. It has a reusable, stainless steel mesh filter that fits into the top of the appliance, so he doesn’t have to purchase disposable paper filters every month. The carafe is made of heat-resistant glass and the middle is covered in a cork collar, which makes it easy to maneuver.
SodaStream Terra Sparkling Water Maker
4.6-star average rating from 8,313 reviews on Amazon
A SodaStream lets your recipient make bubbly drinks straight from their kitchen counter. This model comes with a CO2 cylinder, one bottle for storing his homemade soda and a small 40-milliliter bottle of lime-flavored syrup, so he can add taste to his creations. Plus, it’s battery powered, so he doesn’t have to worry about having a place to plug it in.
Our Place Cast Iron Hot Grill Pan
4.7-star average rating from 59 reviews on Amazon
A sturdy grill pan is a good way for your dad to get some of the same effects of barbecuing, without actually stepping outside. It’s ideal for searing and charring foods like vegetables, burgers, salmon and stone fruit like peaches and plums. Fernandez has the grill pan and uses it frequently during the summer to cook chicken and steaks. “Since I don’t have a backyard or room for an actual grill, this pan helps me grill in my own way without sacrificing flavor,” he says. “Also, I love the look of grill marks on my food.”
Smirly Wooden Cutting Board Set
4.6-star average rating from 14,552 reviews on Amazon
This bamboo cutting board is the perfect size for prepping all sorts of food. It has indentations on the sides for carrying and grooves around the perimeter to catch juices, according to the brand. The board is hand-wash only.
Blackstone 1666 22” Tabletop Griddle
4.7-star average rating from 6,144 reviews on Amazon
This tabletop griddle from Blackstone is suited for both indoor or outdoor cooking. The portable griddle has a wide surface area that makes it great for cooking for a large crowd — it can fit up to 14 burgers or 60 hot dogs at once, according to the brand. The griddle is powered by two h-shaped burners, so the heat is evenly distributed all around, according to Blackstone. Plus, the back of the griddle has a compartment for catching grease and oil, making cleanup easier.
Beast Blender & Hydration System
4.0-star average rating from 590 reviews on Amazon
Smoothies, juices, soups, sauces — the Beast Blender can handle it all. Its minimal design will fit in seamlessly with any style kitchen, while its 1,000-watt motor and minute-long blending cycle constantly adjusts to the texture of Dad’s ingredients so he gets smooth results, according to the brand. For an added bonus, the accompanying glass water bottle has an infusion chamber for making flavored water on the go. “I use my Beast Blender to make protein shakes and it blends them perfectly,” says Fernandez. “It even blends chunks of ice with little effort.”
Truff Hot Sauce Mini Variety Pack
4.6-star average rating from 4,058 reviews on Amazon
This gift set comes with three types of truffle-infused sauces: “hot” sauce, “hotter” sauce and a white truffle-infused hot sauce. They make great toppings for anything your father figure would typically put sauces on, like chicken, pasta, sandwiches and more.
Lodge Cast Iron Dutch Oven
4.7-star average rating from 35,055 reviews on Amazon
Included in our guide to the best Dutch ovens, this enamel cast-iron pot can withstand temperatures up to 500 degrees Fahrenheit, according to Lodge. Its heavy-duty cover keeps heat and moisture locked in so your food won’t dry out plus its loop handles help make it safe and easy to move the pot from stove to the oven, according to the brand. It’s great for making dishes like chili, beef stew and pot roast.
Mixology Bartender Kit
4.7-star average rating from 3,481 reviews on Amazon
Whether he’s already an expert behind the bar or has been wanting to upgrade his mixology skills for years, this bartending kit is the perfect way to encourage his hobby. The all-inclusive set includes a shaker, a strainer, two liquor pourers, a muddler, a jigger, a corkscrew, a spoon and ice tongs — plus a display tray to neatly store all of the accessories. Additionally, you can choose between two wood colors for the display tray and four metal finishes for the tools.
Jerky Gift Basket
4.3-star average rating from 5,360 reviews on Amazon
This gift set comes with 26 sticks made from beef, pork, ham and turkey, all of which are available in teriyaki, cracked pepper, sriracha and honey ham flavors. The basket also comes with cheese sticks to go with the meat, both of which make a great snack or appetizer before a meal.
Hydro Flask Mug
4.7-star average rating from 2,600 reviews on Amazon
Is your dad a commuter? A frequent traveler? A mountain hiker? If you found yourself nodding along, consider adding a stainless steel Hydro Flask Mug to his kitchen. The 24-ounce travel mug has the brand’s signature insulation, which should keep beverages hot for up to six hours and cold for up to 24 hours, according to Hydro Flask. It also comes with a splash-resistant press-in lid that helps with temperature retention and spill prevention.
Instant Pot Duo
4.7-star average rating from 99,465 reviews on Amazon
The Instant Pot is one of the most well-known pressure cooking brands in the world, and this model is both an electric pressure cooker and slow cooker in one that can make rice, porridge, soup, stews and yogurt. Depending on your family’s size and kitchen needs, you can choose between the three-, eight- and 10- quart capacity options. It also has a “keep warm” function for gaps between cooking and meal time, as well as a “delay start” feature that allows you to schedule cooking time up to 24 hours in advance.
Smokehouse by Thoughtfully, Gourmet Ultimate Grilling Spice Set
4.6-star average rating from 7,340 reviews on Amazon
This seasoning kit is a great way to get him to start cooking steak more often. The set has 20 flavors, including chili garlic, Cajun, chipotle and Montreal-style. Plus, he doesn’t have to use the seasonings for steak alone — they’re also great for grilling flavorful burgers, ribs, chicken and fish. Each bottle is around half an ounce, so he can experiment with each one at his own pace.
Best tech gifts
Glocusent LED Neck Reading Light
4.7-star average rating from 125,884 reviews
This reading light is ideal for those who love to read in low lighting — it fits around the neck, allowing your dad to read no matter where he is. It has three brightness levels: amber, warm and cool white, and it lasts for up to 20 30-minute reading intervals on a full charge, according to the brand. He can also adjust the sides of the light to make sure it’s pointing at the proper angle.
Apple Watch Portable Charger Keychain
4.4-star average rating from 8,027 reviews on Amazon
This magnetic keychain makes it easy for Dad to charge his Apple Watch when he’s traveling. It’s compact — around the same size as a typical car key — and won’t take up a ton of room in a pocket or a bag. He can attach it to any set of keys, and simply keep it at his bedside table for overnight charging. Since it’s magnetic, he won’t have to worry about the watch sliding off. It’s compatible with Apple Watches two through nine and the Apple Watch SE, according to the brand.
Jabra Elite 8 Active In-Ear Bluetooth Earbuds
4.2-star average rating from 379 reviews on Amazon
Fernandez uses these earbuds regularly and loves that they not only provide good sound quality, but strong noise-cancelation, too. They’re great for when you want to tune out other sounds and just focus on what you’re listening to. Plus, the earbuds are easy to set up and operate so non-techie Dads shouldn’t have a hard time: They connect almost instantly and you can control volume by pressing on the sides of each of the earbuds.
Apple AirTag
4.7-star average rating from 183,181 reviews on Amazon
AirTags usually come in handy when we’re least expecting it, and they make a great gift for forgetful fathers. Whether he misplaces his keys daily or likes to know where important devices are at all times, he can add these AirTags to his essentials to monitor their location. They’re great for keeping on a keychain or adding into a suitcase. As long as Dad has an AirTag connected to his iPhone, it’s easy to pinpoint where any lost item is.
Durecopow Portable Solar Power Charger
4.3-star average rating from 11,990 reviews on Amazon
If your dad travels a lot or finds himself in need of a charger often, this solar-powered portable phone charger is a helpful gift. The device is chargeable via solar power or outlet and it’s both water- and shock-proof, according to the brand. Plus, the charger has two ports, making it easy to charge multiple phones at once. Your dad can use it for everyday activities or when traveling, camping or doing other outdoor activities.
Amazon Echo Pop
4.7-star average rating from 43,307 reviews on Amazon
The Amazon Echo Pop is small and simple in design, but it can do a range of things including playing music from Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music and Sirius XM, and connecting to Amazon Alexa, so your dad can complete simple tasks like turning on a light or checking the time, according to the brand. It can also create reminders and virtual shopping lists.
Sweetfull Portable Neck Fan
4.3-star average rating from 8,788 reviews on Amazon
Since Father’s Day falls at the start of summer, help him stay cool while outside with this portable neck fan. It looks like a pair of over-ear headphones, but he can wear it around his neck and shoulders to give himself a cool breeze. The device, which is chargeable via USB port, blows cool air up and around the neck and head. It weighs around eight ounces, has a run time of four to nine hours and has three speeds, too, according to the brand.
Apple Watch Series 9
4.6-star average rating from 1,119 reviews on Amazon
An NBC Select Wellness Awards winner, the newest Apple Watch is perfect for any father figure who’s interested in optimizing their health data. Shari Uyehara, manager of editorial operations, wore this watch over the course of one month and loves how easy it is to make sense of her sleep patterns, track information about her heart rate and assess how many calories she’s burned during a workout.
Kindle Paperwhite
4.7-star average rating from 25,909 reviews on Amazon
Simple enough for someone new to e-readers, the Kindle Paperwhite has glare-free screen that can store hundreds of books on it. . This 4-ounce tablet has a 10-week battery life and auto-adjusting screen brightness that reflects your reading environment. “My reading life genuinely changed for the better when I got a Kindle,” says NBC Select editor Lindsay Schneider, who received a Paperwhite from Amazon. “I’d absolutely recommend it to anyone — it’s a great gift for anyone who travels a lot and/or anyone who likes to read outside since you can use it when it’s really bright out. It truly blocks out glares so it’s amazing to use at a park or on the beach.”
Apple AirPods Max
4.6-star average rating from 13,319 reviews on Amazon
These Apple over-ear headphones have comfortable ear pads and crisp sound quality, making them perfect for your dad’s workouts or work calls. These have active noise cancellation and transparency modes, which allow your giftee to choose between full sound immersion and remaining aware of their surroundings. NBC Select editorial projects manager Rebecca Rodriguez has the headphones and loves their sound quality, comfort and safety features.
Ring Video Doorbell
4.6-star average rating from 198,942 reviews on Amazon
In addition to working as a doorbell and security camera, the Ring system lets your recipient communicate virtually with anyone in proximity to the device via their phone or tablet. This way, if Dad is expecting a delivery but isn’t home to get it, he can communicate with the delivery person and safeguard the package until he gets home.
Best apparel gifts
Leather Honey Complete Leather Care Kit
4.5-star average rating from 2,518 reviews on Amazon
Leather goods, like boots, furniture or car seats are a luxury, and treating them well will help with their longevity. This care kit comes with a leather cleaner, conditioner and two cleaning cloths. The cleaner helps maintain the overall quality of the leather and makes it more durable with each use or wear. The kit comes with a five-step cleaning system — spot test, clean, conditioner, buff excess and repeat.
Coface Cozy Memory Foam Scuff Slippers
4.3-star average rating from 12,677 reviews on Amazon
If your dad likes having a cozy, easy-to-put-on shoe for roaming around the house, these memory foam slippers are the perfect Father’s Day gift. The slippers come in 22 different patterns and shades, so you can choose one that fits Dad’s personality.
SPF Sun Hat with Neck Flap
4.7-star average rating from 8,932 reviews on Amazon
This lightweight and breathable UPF 50+ hat can protect Dad from potential sunburns while he fishes, hikes, cycles or gardens. The wide-brim hat (which also doubles as a bucket hat) has mesh vents for cooling airflow, a moisture-wicking sweatband and an adjustable chin strap so he can stay cool while outdoors, according to the brand.
New Balance Men’s 608 Cross Trainer
4.6-star average rating from 76,389 reviews on Amazon
These New Balance sneakers have a soft inner cushion for comfort, foam to support the ankles and a durable rubber outsole for structure so he can wear them daily without worry of wear and tear, according to the brand. They come in three width sizes — so they’re great for those with wide feet — and are available in sizes 9.5 to 18.
Best travel gifts
Bagsmart Keep Shape Packing Cubes
4.6-star average rating from 1,190 reviews on Amazon
These packing cubes are great for long-haul trips. Each cube has handles on the top, which make them easy to pick up and move around. “They’re cheap and get the job done,” says NBC Select associate updates editor Zoe Malin. “I’ve used them for years and they haven’t gotten worn out yet, so that’s a win,” she says.
Buffway Slim Leather Wallet
4.6-star average rating from 102,946 reviews on Amazon
If your dad is constantly asking to throw his oversized wallet into someone else’s bag, gift him this space-saving cardholder that holds cash and up to twelve cards while remaining less than one inch thick. Its RFID-blocking technology prevents wireless fraud by protecting your credit cards’ electromagnetic signal, too, according to the brand. Plus, it comes in 30 colors, allowing you to tailor it to your dad’s taste.
Under Armour Duffle Bag
4.8-star average rating from 2,264 reviews on Amazon
If your dad is a frequent gym-goer or if he’s simply in the market for a new duffel bag, this Under Armour option is both stylish and functional. The bag is available in various sizes and is made of durable foam and plastic material, which helps it repel water. Plus, it has a flexible drink holder and a removable padded strap.
Best outdoor gifts
Wzqh Leather Work Gloves
4.7-star average rating from over 2,000 reviews on Amazon
If your dad loves being hands-on with projects, working outside, or barbecuing, consider gifting him these coffee-gray gloves to protect his hands while keeping them comfortable. They’re made of split cowhide leather and cotton, and are puncture-, temperature- and cut-resistant, according to the brand.
Gskyer Telescope
4.3-star average rating from 23,686 reviews on Amazon
A telescope is a cool gift for dads who have an interest in both the outdoors and astronomy. Your dad doesn’t have to be a pro to use the device — it’s great for beginners who want to look at stars, planets and constellations more closely. The telescope comes with a tripod, multiple lenses and photo-taking capabilities.
AeroGarden Harvest
4.6-star average rating from 15,552 reviews on Amazon
If your dad has expressed interest in growing his own food, but isn’t quite ready for a full garden, an indoor solution like the AeroGarden Harvest could be a nice middle ground. The tabletop garden uses 20-watt LED lights to grow herbs, veggies and flowers from the comfort of his kitchen. The touch-sensor control panel will let him know when his herbs need more food or water so it’s great for dads who don’t naturally have a green thumb.
Best personalized gifts
Amazon eGift Card
4.8-star average rating from 914,754 reviews on Amazon
If you have a difficult time deciding what to get Dad from Amazon, you can always let him choose something for himself by getting him a gift card. This electronic gift card comes straight to his email inbox, so he can start using it immediately. You can also customize the gift card, by putting your own photo or video on it.
Scriveiner Black Ballpoint Personalized Pen
4.7-star average rating from 8, 473 reviews on Amazon
You can get this sleek ballpoint pen engraved with your dad’s name as a thoughtful, personalized gift. It comes in a small box with a strap to keep the pen safe and damage free. It’s also available in various colors with either gold or silver accents.
Apple eGift Card
4.7-star average rating from 63,889 reviews
This electronic Apple gift card is a reliable last-minute gift for when you’re really down to the wire. Your father figure can use it to buy Apple products and accessories, such as chargers and headphones, mobile applications (including in-app purchases), games, music, movies and ebooks. You can choose to have the e-gift card sent via email or text message.
Frameo 10.1 Inch WiFi Digital Picture Frame
4.6-star average rating from 2,927 reviews on Amazon
A digital photo frame allows your dad to rotate his favorite pics however he wants. It has a 10.1-inch HD touchscreen that displays photos directly from his phone. All he has to do is use the Frameo app and a Wi-Fi connection to add his photos to the frame without any wires, according to the brand. He can also share control of the photo selection with other family members, so anyone can add to the collection.
Best fitness and self-care gifts
JoncAye Pickleball-Paddles-Set
4.8-star average rating from almost 4,000 reviews on Amazon
This pickleball set comes with all the sporting essentials he’ll need to play including paddles, balls and a drawstring bag for carrying everything. The paddles, which you can get in either a two- or four-pack, also have a cushioned grip on the handles to make playing easier.
Philips Norelco One Blade and Trimmer
4.5-star average rating from 2,684 reviews on Amazon
This electric blade beard trimmer can help him achieve a comfortable, close shave. Its replaceable blade, which can last up to four months, works on stubble or beards of any length, according to Philips. If you want to give dad a pair of extra blades, you can order those from Amazon, too.
Theragun Mini 2.0
4.7-star average rating from 6,481 reviews on Amazon
Another NBC Select Wellness Award winner, the Theragun Mini is a compact recovery tool for active dads. “I would use the Theragun during marathon training after long runs,” says NBC Select editorial director Lauren Swanson. “The round massager was able to release muscle tension in my calves and IT band, which helped me get back to running quicker.” The tool has three massaging speeds to help soothe soreness and muscle fatigue, and comes with three head attachments, a soft case and a charging cable.
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Cory Fernandez is a commerce editor at NBC Select, where he covers food, cleaning, wellness and gift guides.
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