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Gifts for dad

Presents for dads, from LEGO builds and speakers to food hampers.

By Sam · Updated 4 November 2026

Our picks

Our top pick
Researched
£199.99 at Amazon
as of 4 Nov 2026, 13:20 GMT · DetailsProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on Amazon.co.uk at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.
In stock
Runner-up
Researched
£115.98 at Amazon
as of 4 Nov 2026, 13:20 GMT · DetailsProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on Amazon.co.uk at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.
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Also good
Researched
£94.07 at Amazon
as of 4 Nov 2026, 13:20 GMT · DetailsProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on Amazon.co.uk at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.
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£199.99 at Amazon
as of 4 Nov 2026, 13:20 GMT · DetailsProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on Amazon.co.uk at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.
Our verdict
Our verdictResearched

A good e-reader for a keen reader.

Good
    Worth knowing

      Who shouldn't buy it: Don't buy it if the person prefers paper books.

      Ember Mug 2 (10oz)
      2. Ember Mug 2 (10oz) Runner-up
      £115.98 at Amazon
      as of 4 Nov 2026, 13:20 GMT · DetailsProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on Amazon.co.uk at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.
      Our verdict
      Our verdictResearched

      A good gift for someone who leaves their tea to go cold.

      Good
        Worth knowing

          Who shouldn't buy it: Don't buy it if the person doesn't use a smartphone app: the temperature is set through one.

          JBL Flip 6 (Black)
          3. JBL Flip 6 (Black) Also good
          £94.07 at Amazon
          as of 4 Nov 2026, 13:20 GMT · DetailsProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on Amazon.co.uk at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.
          Our verdict
          Our verdictResearched

          A good speaker for a dad or teen.

          Good
            Worth knowing

              Who shouldn't buy it: Don't buy it if you want a small pocket speaker.

              £44.95 at Amazon
              as of 4 Nov 2026, 13:20 GMT · DetailsProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on Amazon.co.uk at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.
              Our verdict
              Our verdictResearched

              A dependable flask that lasts.

              Good
                Worth knowing

                  Who shouldn't buy it: Don't buy it if you want a small flask: this holds a litre.

                  £140 at Amazon
                  as of 4 Nov 2026, 13:20 GMT · DetailsProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on Amazon.co.uk at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.
                  Our verdict
                  Our verdictResearched

                  A good watch for a keen runner.

                  Good
                    Worth knowing

                      Who shouldn't buy it: Don't buy it if the person doesn't run: it is built for running.

                      £37.99 at Amazon
                      as of 4 Nov 2026, 13:20 GMT · DetailsProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on Amazon.co.uk at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.
                      Our verdict
                      Our verdictResearched

                      A good family board game.

                      Good
                        Worth knowing

                          Who shouldn't buy it: Don't buy it if the players are under eight.

                          Our verdict
                          Our verdictResearched

                          A safe hamper for a chocolate-loving household, sent straight from Cadbury.

                          Good
                            Worth knowing

                              Who shouldn't buy it: Don't buy it if you want a hamper with savoury food or tea in it: this one is all chocolate.

                              £69.90 at brickzonehub
                              Checked 4 Nov
                              Our verdict
                              Our verdictResearched

                              A good add-on for someone who already has, or is getting, the Doctor Doom bust and wants it kept free of dust.

                              Good
                                Worth knowing

                                  Who shouldn't buy it: Don't buy it if they don't own the Doctor Doom bust: the case is made for that one set, and the LEGO set is not included.

                                  £99.90 at brickzonehub
                                  Checked 4 Nov
                                  Our verdict
                                  Our verdictResearched

                                  Worth it for a big display build like the Donkey Kong Arcade, which otherwise gathers dust on a shelf.

                                  Good
                                    Worth knowing

                                      Who shouldn't buy it: Don't buy it if they don't have the Donkey Kong Arcade set: the case fits that set only, and the LEGO set is not included.

                                      £79.90 at brickzonehub
                                      Checked 4 Nov
                                      Our verdict
                                      Our verdictResearched

                                      A neat finishing touch for an adult Lord of the Rings fan who has built Sauron's Helmet.

                                      Good
                                        Worth knowing

                                          Who shouldn't buy it: Don't buy it if they haven't got Sauron's Helmet: the case is made for that set, and the LEGO set is not included.

                                          £127.99 at Amazon
                                          as of 4 Nov 2026, 13:20 GMT · DetailsProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on Amazon.co.uk at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.
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                                          Our verdict
                                          Our verdictResearched

                                          A big present for a Nintendo fan who likes to build.

                                          Good
                                            Worth knowing

                                              Who shouldn't buy it: Don't buy it if you want a quick build: it is a long, detailed set for adults.

                                              Our verdict
                                              Our verdictResearched

                                              A good gift for a family that likes chess and LEGO.

                                              Good
                                                Worth knowing

                                                  Who shouldn't buy it: Don't buy it if you want a quick build.

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                                                  Before you buy
                                                  If he already has the gadget, a spare is rarely welcome. Check what he has before buying tech or a flask, and keep the receipt.
                                                  How we choose

                                                  We unbox and build what we can at home, hand it to someone the age it's sold for, and check prices and stock at UK shops through the day. Every pick is labelled: Tested at home when we've had it in our hands (bought, or sent free by the brand, and the review says which), Researched when we haven't. Commissions never change a pick or its place on the list. Read our full methodology →