35 of the best Valentine's Day gifts for hard-to-shop-for men — starting at just $2!

Sweet and savory snacks are one of the cheapest and most pleasing goodies you can buy to round out a gift for someone. These Wagyu beef steak strips are the elevated cousin to beef jerky. 

For the coffee-loving guy, gift him something unexpected rather than another coffee mug or gadget he'll only use once. This coffee candy taste like a sugary cup of dark coffee, with a hint of milk and caramel. It'll satisfy his sweet tooth and his coffee craving in one go.

Self-care gifts tend to be centered around women, but if he suffers from tension headaches or finds it hard to unwind after a long day, this scalp massager might help. Many reviews say it “feels amazing” and that they would “highly recommend” it.

This cinnamon spread will take him back to his favorite childhood (or current) cereal. Eat it any way you would eat Nutella: on a sandwich, on toast or just dig in with a spoon!

For the guy who’s really into those deep-cleaning, power-washing videos on YouTube (you know the ones…), he’ll get a kick out of how satisfying it is to use this cleaning putty. Designed for removing dust and dirt from the crevices and vents in your car, it can also be used to remove crumbs from keyboards, dog hair from hard-to-reach places and a lot more. It can be reused many times.

Spice up his Valentine's Day with a bottle of his favorite hot sauce. Old Bay hot sauce is an essential if he loves seafood. Dash it on oysters and shrimp, dab it on corn on the cob or sprinkle it on scrambled eggs for a kick in the morning. 

A tin of almonds probably doesn’t sound like an exciting gift idea, but these aren’t just any almonds. These are spicy dill pickle-flavored almonds — that have nearly 35,000 reviews! They’re perfect for the guy who has a salty, spicy tooth. If dill pickle flavoring isn’t his thing, you can also pick up a tin of Elote Mexican street corn-flavored almonds.

Give him the gift of a beanie with over 150,000 five-star reviews! This Carhartt men’s knit cuffed beanie is designed for warmth and comfort. It includes a sewn Carhartt label on the front cuff and is made with a stretchable rib-knit construction. It comes in over 35 colors, as well.

A kiss for a kiss. Satisfy his sweet tooth with an oversized version of the most fitting candy for Valentine's Day.

No candy hearts here. This Valentine's Day, get him the type of candy he'll actually eat — chocolate. 

Sure, you can probably pick up some flaky Maldon sea salt from the grocery store, but this smoked variety can be a bit trickier to find. The salt is gently smoked over oak to give it a robust, thick flavor that reminds one of good American barbecue. While it can be used to punch up pretty much any dish, it’s also delicious, simply sprinkled on a thick slice of sourdough with unsalted melted butter. 

If he’s the handyman around the house, he might benefit from this magnetic wristband that holds screws, nails and other small tools so he can keep his hands free while working on projects. Reviewers say that it’s a “great gift” and that their “husband loves” it.

Whether he’s keep No-Shave November going well past the end date, or has been growing out his beard for years, this beard detangler is designed to tame it. Reviewers say it’s great for “rough beards” and that it “smells great.” It’s made with maracuja oil and shea butter, so you know it’s made to hydrate dry facial hair. (Bonus points if you take a peek at all of the men’s smiling selfies in the review section.)

For the guy who's never seen without a hat, he'll appreciate a new piece for his collection. This (on sale!) style from Patagonia is made of an organic cotton front and a recycled polyester mesh back. It's from Patagonia's NetPlus collection of products made of 100% recycled fishing nets. 

Refresh his PJ drawer with a brand new set of flannel PJs. This set from Old Navy includes a matching top and bottom made of cozy and soft brushed flannel. They're tailored with a stylish spread collar and notched sleeves. The pants have an elasticized drawstring waistband, faux fly and pockets. 

Upgrade his shower experience with a new luxury soap. This one from centuries-old American brand Caswell-Massey has a richly warm scent of sandalwood, cedarwood and clove for "a deeply spicy sensory experience." It's also designed with a woodgrain look. 

If he doesn't own a pair of Bombas socks, you're about to change his world. These aren't just any ordinary socks — Bombas socks are especially nice to wear because they’re designed with targeted cushioning and a unique honeycomb arch-support design that’s like a gentle hug for the most tired part of your feet. I've gifted a pair to my partner on pretty much every gifting occasion for years — per his request!

If he’s doing more travel these days, he could probably use a stylish toiletry bag like this Carhartt Dopp kit. It’s made of a durable water-repellent material and is lined with a waterproof material as well, so it’s ideal for liquids and bathroom toiletries.

Slippers are a solid gift any time of the year. These faux shearling and suede clogs include rubber soles with anti-slip traction so you can wear them outside to take out the trash or grab the mail. The memory foam footbed cushions your arch with every step, while the slip-on clog design makes them easy to throw on or off quickly. Get them in men's sizes 7 to 14.

You can take a man out of his favorite city, but you can’t take the city out of the man. Choose urban cities from Atlanta to Washington, D.C. They’re dishwasher safe, too. Cheers to that.

Add to his board game collection with a copy of Wavelength, the game that's all about mind reading — literally! If he's a fan games like Code Names or Monikers, he'll love Wavelength. It's a great game for big group too, so if he likes to host board game nights, it's a game he's sure to enjoy.

His fragrance journey just got a little more interesting. MALIN+GOETZ's Cannabis Perfume Oil is a great introduction to the brand's heady and lingering aromatics. The brand describes it as "rich + earthy scent that brings to mind lazy afternoons + a lingering smokiness." It includes notes of pepper with citrus and wood. This roll-on fragrance is ideal for the guy who isn't quite sure what scent he wants to commit to just yet — and it's also portable for travel. 

This Champion hoodie is a great addition to his winter gym wear rotation or his cold-weather loungewear. It's available in dozens of colors and in sizes XS to 4XL big and tall sizes. 

Does he always ask you to carry his keys and wallet in your purse when you're out? Give him his own bag so he'll always have what he needs when he's on-the-go. This crossbody bag is lightweight and can carry everything from a phone to a water bottle. It's made of water-repellent fabric and features an external zippered compartment as well as the main compartment. Adjustable straps let him find the fit that's most comfortable for him.

This nifty gadget has two unique uses. It can be used a bit like an old-school headphone splitter, sharing audio between two sets of wireless headphones. It can also be used to Bluetooth connect audio to pretty much any device with a standard 3.5 millimeter headphone jack. Use it on airplanes to connect AirPods to in-flight entertainment, at gyms and more.

Help him make a good first impression with one of Clinique's top fragrances for men. With fragrance notes described as "fruity masculine" it's an everyday, light scent that's suitable for office and daytime wear. The brand says it's "Cool. Crisp. A hit of citrus. A refreshing scent for men." 

Let him discover what the hype's all about when it comes to one of the best-selling facial moisturizers for men. We recommend this product for guys who can’t be fussed to deal with a skin care routine because it’s good for all skin types and textures, including sensitive skin.

Level up his morning routine with a new lightweight waffle-knit robe. Available in sizes S to XXXL, this waffle robe is comfortable enough to wear year round, and is lightweight enough for lounging around. Reviewers say they like it because it's lightweight and absorbent. 

If he's a longtime Nintendo gamer, gift him the brand's latest in Mario's adventures. This side-scrolling game has a classic feel, with modern twists and turns you have to see to believe. 

If he's a guy that doesn't mind a little bit of bling, give him a new piece to round out his wardrobe. This thin rope-chain necklace is made with 18-karat gold plating over sterling silver, so you can get a polished gold look without the hefty price tag. The 20-inch length is comfortable for most guys, and the spring ring closure is easy enough to get on and off. 

You could gift him an Amazon Echo Dot, a Sonos One or another type of smart speaker devices, but sometimes simplicity is best. This vintage-inspired radio from Victrola — one of the leading turntable manufacturers of the early 1900s — is Bluetooth compatible, giving him the best of what’s new and old. Use one dial to switch between Bluetooth, AM or FM, another to tone the bass and treble, and another for volume. If he’s a fan of retro technologies, he’ll especially love the satisfying crackle of using the tuner dial to find his favorite station.

Step up his stepping out game with a new pair of retro-inspired kicks from Nike that've been an instant icon since its debut in the '80s. This bold color is inspired by Nike's vintage "Be True To Your School" campaign.

These shearing-lined Birkenstocks are the cozy sibling of the cult-beloved Arizona Birkenstocks, making them perfect for wearing around the house on chilly mornings. They're a great pick for guys who need a house shoe that they can also wear to the mailbox and on the back porch. 

The Tidbyt is a retro-futuristic pixel display that’s as fun to use as it is to look at. Use the app to program Tidbyt to display useful info such as the weather, stocks, news, sports scores, time zone maps and even train and bus schedules. It makes a good gift for the tech guy who already owns all of the gadgets and devices he could possibly want. Extremely techy folks can even develop their own apps to display on the Tidbyt, too.