The best affordable Father's Day gifts to give Dad this year — all under $50
We've got budget-friendly buys for golfers, campers and coffee enthusiasts that punch above their weight.
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Price is just a number — but it's a pretty important one at that. And while you can't exactly put a price on your love for Dad, you're only human, so I know you have your threshold when it comes to his Father's Day gift . $50, $25, $10, no problem — I've uncovered tons of affordable, thoughtful presents that are pure luxury (without the sticker shock).
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Don't want to take my word for it? I'll let these under-$50 Father's Day gift ideas speak for themselves. There's a nifty golf club brush that he can use on the green, a portable stove for casual campers and a bunch of practical buys that are anything but "cheap" (in terms of quality, not price). Keep in mind that sales may shift as Father's Day approaches, but rest assured, I'll keep this list updated and remove anything that creeps over budget. One last tip: Shop now to avoid those pesky last-minute shipping fees!
Father's Day gifts under $15
Eating ice cream one spoonful at a time? How amateur! Since Dad's all about efficiency (that's one way to put it, huh?), I'd spring for this "shovel" so he can down a pint at record speed. Pair it with his go-to flavor and chances are, he'll crack it open within minutes.
Here's a fun activity for all ages. Encourage your little one (and their iPad-doting Dad) to step away from the screens and spend some time doodling in the pages of this book. Just follow the prompt — some can be done together; some have one person lay the foundation and the other follows suit.
PGA elites wouldn't settle for dirty clubs, and neither should your dad. This retractable brush clips onto his belt or golf bag, so he can refresh his gear between holes. It also holds up to 4 ounces of water to tackle muddy messes. (Psst: If he's always buzzing about his latest 18 holes, check out our Father's Day gift guide for golfers for even more ideas.)
Father's Day gifts under $25
Bourbon, chocolate and pecans are a match made for Dad. Pappy & Company tapped Maggie Jones of Sugar Mama's Bake Shop in Louisville to perfect the recipe of this Kentucky classic, and the glowing reviews prove it's sure to be a hit.
"The recipient of these incredible chocolate delights said they could smell the bourbon through the packaging. They tasted as good as they smelled," one five-star reviewer wrote.
This may not be the coolest Father's Day gift out there, but it's something Dad will actually use for years to come. Plus, it'll encourage him to get rid of the old batteries he's had for years and organize the ones worth keeping by size and type. It even has a built-in tester to guide him on his sorting spree.
Now, he can play a game of golf without ever stepping foot on the green — and, ya know, paying for tee time. PGA-worthy skills aren't necessary to master this card game; nope, just a little strategy and luck to get the lowest number of strokes possible. That's right, the lower the score, the better chance you have at a winning hand.
I love a good gag gift as much as the next person, but the best ones are actually useful. And while this may look like any ol' fishing pole, it's actually a clever way for Dad to reel in his marshmallows (up to four at a time!) at family bonfires. No more hunting for sticks!
Like a koozie, but with all of the bells and whistles that Yeti is known for — namely, a durable exterior and double-wall vacuum insulation that'll keep his cold one, well, cold. There's also a slim can version if he's more of a hard seltzer kind of guy,
Father's Day gifts under $50
Take the comforts of home on the road with this portable stove, which runs on both butane and propane. One shopper used it "to keep a big ole pot of chili warm when tailgating for an NHL outdoor hockey game." Another was happy to have it when they lost power last year, adding that they "used it to cook five or six small meals and to heat up water for a field shower."
Rocks glasses, but make it literal. He can't always retreat to the mountains, but he can pour a dram and think about the trails that shaped him. Choose from 10 of the most famous peaks (Everest, Yosemite...). Go with a set that represents his most recent adventure or opt for something high on his bucket list so he can keep his eye on the prize.
The cheesier the jokes, the better (in his eyes at least). And since his wisecracks are amateur at best, this interactive t-shirt is here to ensure that he'll always keep his, er, audience laughing. Just scan the QR code to reveal a new corny, cringey one-liner — there's a whole year's worth!
Take his taste buds on a trip around the world, one cup of joe at a time. He'll get three bags of whole bean or ground coffee (you pick!) in this set — he can sip on dark, chocolatey brew from Peru one day, then cross the globe with a sweet, nutty blend from Uganda the next.
Leather goods are expected, but waxed canvas? Not so much. Mark & Graham's watch rolls frequently top our gift guides (we even crowned it one of the Best Gifts Eve r !) because it's an everyday essential that looks (and feels) like pure luxury. Spring for the triple roll ($89) if you're down to stretch your budget a bit.
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