Celebrate Your Favorite Guy with the Best Birthday Gifts for Dad

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links."

There's no wrong way to celebrate your dad on his birthday but may we suggest showering him with both gifts and compliments? For the latter, take a cue from Alex and Paige Drummond, who took to Instagram on their father Ladd Drummond's birthday last year to honor him with kind words and warm wishes. (Just for starters, Alex wrote: "My dad (Laddy Daddy as we like to call him) has always been the most present, involved, and committed father to my siblings and me." Awww!

And as for the gifts, well, you can take a cue from this gift guide. Our picks for the best birthday gifts for Dad in 2023 are universal enough to work for just about every kind of father figure out there—and they double as excellent Father's Day gifts, too. Looking for a gift for your stepdad? We've got you covered in that category, too. And finally, you won't have to worry about going over budget: Nearly all of the items we're recommending qualify as gifts under $100, and there are even some that come in at under $50 and under $25. Here's to making his day, year after year—the same way he's made yours.

New York Times Custom Football Book

If your dad is a big football fan, he'll absolutely love this custom football book filled with reprinted coverage from The New York Times. Order one about his favorite team and get it personalized with his name.

Vanilla Celebration Cake

Celebrate Dad's special day the old fashioned way: with a delicious birthday cake! This bestseller features six layers of vanilla cake baked with colorful sugar confetti, filled and frosted with retro-blue buttercream vanilla frosting. And if it looks like it's made from scratch, that's because it is, with no added preservatives and only the best ingredients, including whole milk, creamy butter, fresh eggs, all-purpose flour, and more. By the way, if you want to pretend you made it yourself, we won't tell. 😉

Engraved Pocketwatch

"Dad, no matter how much time passes, I will always be your little girl." That's the sweet message engraved in this pocket watch that will mean the world to dad—because you know he feels exactly the same way.

Brompton C Line Explore Folding Bike with Rack

Give Dad the bike of his dreams this birthday. It's a 6-speeder made from hand-brazed steel that easily folds down to a smaller size for convenient carrying and storage. It comes in the coolest colors, too, like this matcha green!

Wood Phone Docking Station

He'll always be able to find and easily access all of his essentials with this handsome wood storage station. It will even charge his phone and hold his watches!

Shower Set

Upgrade his self-care routine with this top-rated shower set for men. It features an exfoliating scrub brush, charcoal face wash, charcoal body wash, and shampoo.

Hooded Sweatshirt

Introduce him to the perfect pullover hoodie. It has just the right combination of comfort and style, so he'll never want to take it off!

Grill Masters Favorites Box

He'll be chilling and grilling all season long with this box that's specially made for BBQ enthusiasts. It comes with baby back ribs, burgers, hot dogs, chicken wings, ribeye, strip steak, and more!

Kenyon City Grill

Remember when we said he'd be grilling all season long with our last pick? Well, with this one he'll be grilling all year long. It's a portable grill that can be used both indoors and outdoors, with unbelievably tasty results. It even has a removable lid and grate that are dishwasher safe!

Men's Cozy Earth Coastal Comfort Cuffed Pant

Dad jeans and sweatpants are great but he deserves a nicer pair for nicer outings. These pants in a breathable blend of tencel and linen are perfect for warmer weather and can easily be dressed up or down.

Monthly Bacon Subscription

Yes, you read that right—and no, this isn't too good to be true. A (seemingly) never-ending supply of hand-cut bacon could be his with this subscription.

DASH Mini Waffle Maker

Delight a breakfast-loving dad with this fun waffle maker, which is designed to take up less space in his kitchen and make single-serving waffles. Cookies, brownies, and even biscuits are all within reach, too.

Handheld Percussion Massage Gun

At just under $60, this popular "massage gun" is a veritable steal. With the press of a button, he'll be able to bring relief to even the tightest muscles in his body!

Smartphone Screen Magnifier

Okay, how cool is this? When your dad places his phone on this foldable stand, it'll magnify the images, videos, or texts on its screen.

'The Bucket List: 1000 Adventures Big & Small'

With this book in tow, his next big adventure is always just around the corner. Whether he's into scenic road trips or faraway vacations, he'll find plenty to be inspired by within its pages.

'What I Love About Dad' Book

Having a hard time coming up with the right words this year? Use this book's fill-in-the-blank-style prompts to offer up a heartfelt message with half the hassle.

Flannel Shirt

With a relaxed, somewhat stretchy fit, this shirt is a fabulous option for any dad. The collars and cuffs are also lined for an extra stylish look.

Whiskey Soaps

These whiskey soaps are too much fun. They're sold as a set of two—one features a pure whiskey scent, and the other also includes notes of caramel and cinnamon.

Allbirds Men's Wool Pipers

Allbirds are beloved for a reason! These soft, simple shoes are made with wool and other natural materials.

'The Comfy' Quarter-Zip Sweatshirt

If the words "wearable blanket" don't immediately entice you, we don't know what will. Your dad won't want to take off this aptly-named sweatshirt for days.

Waterproof Bluetooth Speaker

Whether he brings it to the lake next summer or just uses it to blast his favorite tunes in the shower, your dad will love this high-quality, durable speaker.

Bonsai Tree Seed Starter Kit

What dad wouldn't relish the opportunity to nurture and grow a bonsai tree? He's nurtured you, after all.

Personalized Tape Measure

Calling all handyman dads! This tape measure has his name written all over it—literally—and the sweet message inscribed on it ("no one measures up to you") will make his day.

Personalized Engraved Recipe Cutting Board

Have him write down one of those legendary family recipes he's perfected over the years. Then, send a photo of it to this maker and watch as it transforms into a gorgeous engraved cutting board!

Automatic Grill Cleaning Robot

He may love grilling, but odds are, he's not quite as into the clean-up frenzy that ensues afterwards. Good news: With the help of this battery-powered bot, he won't have to worry about messy grates again.

Dog DNA Test

If he loves, loves, loves your family pup, gift the two of them this dog DNA test! With nothing more than a mail-in cheek swab sample, it'll provide him with tons of specific breed information.

AirPods Pro Leather Case

Here's a gift idea he'll use every day: a personalized AirPods case! With a sleek brown exterior and a handsome font, it's a guaranteed win.

Weighted Fleece Therahoodie

There are few things quite as comfy-cozy as a weighted blanket—except, well, maybe this weighted hoodie. It's downright luxurious.

The Pioneer Woman 15-Piece All-In-One Tool and Gadget Set

As vibrant as it is useful, this tool set will have him excited to get back in the kitchen. It includes an all-purpose spatula, a balloon whisk, a basting spoon, a cheese grater, and so many other essentials (11 of them, to be exact).

Ultimate Grilling Spice Set

With 20 unique barbecue rubs and spices included, it's safe to say this set will delight any dad with a burning passion for grilling. Summertime, here he comes!

You Might Also Like

• 15 Best Denim Jacket Outfit Ideas to Pull from Your Closet

• 10 Best Shampoos for Red Hair Like Ree Drummond's