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Gifts for new dads: ideas for Christmas 2026

Gift ideas for a new dad, from practical kit for the nappy bag to a proper treat.

By Sam · Updated 4 November 2026

Our picks

Our top pick
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£27.92 at Amazon
as of 4 Nov 2026, 23:24 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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£185 at Amazon
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£190.37 at Amazon
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£27.92 at Amazon
as of 4 Nov 2026, 23:24 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 practical present for a commuter or traveller whose phone runs flat.

Good
    Worth knowing

      Who shouldn't buy it: Don't buy it if they need USB-C: it has one USB-A port, so check their cable first.

      £185 at Amazon
      as of 4 Nov 2026, 23:24 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
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      A good gift for a runner.

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        Worth knowing

          Who shouldn't buy it: Don't buy it if they do not run or use a fitness tracker.

          £190.37 at Amazon
          as of 4 Nov 2026, 23:24 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
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          A practical gift for someone who wants a better brush.

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            Worth knowing

              Who shouldn't buy it: Don't buy it if they prefer a manual brush: it needs charging.

              £46.99 at Amazon
              as of 4 Nov 2026, 23:24 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
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              A good present for someone who likes music by the pool, beach or in the garden.

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                Worth knowing

                  Who shouldn't buy it: Don't buy it if they want deep bass or a loud party speaker.

                  £45.48 at Amazon
                  as of 4 Nov 2026, 23:24 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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                  A reliable gift for a Switch owner.

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                    Worth knowing

                      Who shouldn't buy it: Don't buy it if they have it already: it's very popular.

                      £38 at Amazon
                      as of 4 Nov 2026, 23:24 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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                      A good gift for a coffee lover who travels, camps or has a small kitchen.

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                        Worth knowing

                          Who shouldn't buy it: Don't buy it if they drink mostly milky espresso-style drinks or already own a regular AeroPress.

                          £38.99 at Amazon
                          as of 4 Nov 2026, 23:24 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
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                          A good present for someone who wants simple wireless earbuds.

                          Good
                            Worth knowing

                              Who shouldn't buy it: Don't buy it if they want active noise cancelling.

                              £29.99 at Amazon
                              as of 4 Nov 2026, 23:24 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 pocket-sized gift for a student or someone who travels.

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                                Worth knowing

                                  Who shouldn't buy it: Don't buy it if they want loud or deep sound: it's tiny.

                                  £359.98 at Amazon
                                  as of 4 Nov 2026, 23:24 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
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                                  A good gift for someone who plays on the go.

                                  Good
                                    Worth knowing

                                      Who shouldn't buy it: Don't buy it if they want a Switch 2: this is the older generation.

                                      £15.66 at Amazon
                                      as of 4 Nov 2026, 23:24 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 light-hearted gift for a first-time dad.

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                                        Worth knowing

                                          Who shouldn't buy it: Don't buy it if he dislikes military humour: it's written with it.

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                                          Before you buy
                                          Practical things for the first weeks get used most: check the bag or gadget fits their routine.
                                          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 →

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