It’s hard to read the minds of teenage boys (not that you would want to), and for that very reason, it’s impossible to know what gifts they want for their birthday, high school graduation, or whatever occasion without straight-up asking them. Sure, you could scroll through TikTok to try to get an idea of what the teens are into these days, but if you don’t have hours to waste on scrolling and looking for potential gift ideas (and getting distracted by all the dances), make things easy on yourself and go with one of the gifts for teen boys we’ve found for ya, below.
Whether he’s your brother, your son, or your cousin, if he spends all of his time in his room listening to music and what have you, help him make that space his own. We’ve got room decor and devices, gift ideas for music lovers, ideas for the guy who thinks sweatpants are dress pants, snack-themed gifts for the teenager who’s always hungry, and of course, all the clothes and shoes they need but would probably never buy for themselves. So don’t stress. We’ve got you covered with these 57 gifts for teenage boys, and trust—they’ll love them even if they’re too cool to give you much of a reaction upon unwrapping them.
Formal clothes are probably a no-go, but a plaid button-down shirt (like this one) is nice enough to wear to dinner and yet still casual enough to lounge in with his friends.
If the guy plays football, help him with his strength and resistance training with the gift of these weighted anti-grip football gloves. Bonus: The gloves also come with this drawstring bag for easy storage.
When in doubt, go with a classic T-shirt. He can never have too many soft and neutral cotton shirts for layering.
This box might have a whopping 45 snacks inside, but they won’t last long—and I’m not saying that because they’re perishable. Your teen will want to scarf down this assortment of cookies, crackers, and more.
Give the teenager something to do with all that energy! This is the perfect backyard game for the guy who’s got a competitive side.
Whether the guy vlogs, livestreams, or likes to play music, he could use one of these audio mixers that’s compatible with smartphones. With this little gadget, he can mix up to nine audio inputs! (You don’t have to know what that means. He’ll understand.)
A basic long-sleeve shirt is great for layering or wearing on its own when he’s just lounging around the house (something I’m sure he does a lot).
A clever cleanser like this will (hopefully) help him remember to wash his face every day. The message on the label might be a little harsh, but the ingredients (vitamin E, jojoba oil, aloe vera, and more) def aren’t.
Usually, the gift of new socks is boring, but I dare someone to call this set of six pairs in fun colors basic. And who better to pull them off than a teenage boy??
He might not have been born in the ’90s, but he still has an appreciation for the simpler times when windbreakers ruled the world. He’ll definitely love this lightweight vintage-inspired jacket.
Introduce him to the world of luxury fragrance with this sampler set. No need to splurge on a designer cologne, either. This comes with nine best-selling scents that he can toss in his gym bag, locker, backpack, and wherever else for a quick spritz. The best part? Once he picks a favorite, he can take the enclosed certificate to Sephora to redeem a full-size bottle.
I know a phone case that costs more than 30 bucks might sound ridiculous to you, but if he’s obsessed with all things Off-White and spends 99 percent of his time on his phone, this one’s for him.
A denim jacket is a great wardrobe staple, but the traditional blue can feel unoriginal. Get him a faded gray denim one like this to boost his edge factor.
Not old enough to drive yet? He’ll love to ride this baby around the neighborhood, thanks to its smooth gear shifts, wide tires, and minimal silhouette. (It’s better for the environment, too!)
At his age, he might not want or need a whole skincare routine, but these exfoliating pads will make taking care of his skin super easy. Thanks to the alpha-hydroxy acids in the formula, a quick swipe will leave the skin smooth and clear.
This isn’t just your average beanie! This one features a fold-over cuff that he can double to fit both his head and his style.
As a teen, he might still live at home with his parents, but there’s no reason he can’t make his room feel like his own space. Get him these LED lights so he can match it to his ~vibe~.
Any snack-centered gift would be a safe bet, but this candy subscription box would be an extra sweet surprise to receive in the mail.
Fact: Teens love to sleep, so a dimming light that makes each night easy to fall into a deeper, more restful sleep is one they’ll appreciate. This lamp also allows them to wake up naturally since the lighting emulates a rising sun each morning.
If he’s living at home with the ‘rents, he may not have space for a whole workout bench in his bedroom, but he can hang one of these pull-up bars in his door frame and still get a good workout in.
Teen boys live in sporty sandal slides. Even if he already has a pair of sandals like this, his feet are probs still growing (or at least wearing out his current slides) and could use another pair.
If you need a good gag gift, get him this puzzle showing him what life was like before social media was a thing.
A bunch of leather bracelets held together with a stainless steel clasp is a good go-to that he can wear every day.
A streaming stick that gives him access to all his fave channels and shows is one he’ll get some good use out of.
A fleece from Patagonia is a classic, and he’ll love the retro-inspired look of this zip-up with it’s contrast pocket and cobalt trim on the zipper.
Jewelry-enthusiasts will want a sterling silver box chain like this. Add a pendant to it or just give it to him plain. He’ll love it either way and wear it on the daily.
Growing fellas will definitely need a new pair of classic black denim jeans to swap with his old favorite pair that no longer fits.
When he’s stuck studying inside, he’ll appreciate having a mini fridge in his bedroom or dorm room. If ya really want to go all out, stock it full of his favorite snack foods, too.
The thing about solid white shoes is that they’re almost impossible to keep clean. If his favorite pair of sneakers have seen better days, gift him a brand new pair.
And speaking of keeping your shoes clean, here’s a conditioning kit to keep his new sneaks in tip-top shape. The duo here comes with a gentle, yet effective, cleansing foam and scrubbing brush to remove all kinds of stains.
Try a cool stack of rings. This trio set features three different styles that he can choose from or wear all at once.
Odds are he’s due for a new backpack because his old one is probably falling apart. A lightweight bag that’s not too bulky, but not too small is a great gift that he’ll want to tote around everywhere.
Nice sweatpants are always a good gift idea, but if you refuse to spend $100 on a pair (seriously, why are some so expensive?), get him these fleece joggers that look like they cost way more than they did.
Whether the guy is into sports or just loves a good game, this at-home basketball arcade setup is a gift that’ll definitely get used. It comes with two hoops, four mini basketballs, and 10 different game settings—everything he’ll need for some friendly competition.
Nothing is worse than fumbling with your fallen phone cord in the middle of the night, and any teenager who uses theirs too much knows that. This small wireless dock (which is compatible with iPhone, Samsung, LG, and more) makes charging their devices so much easier.
Big fan of The Office? Since he probably spends most of his time rewatching episodes in his room, he’d appreciate this door sign, for sure.
He’ll love to skate around on this baby, which is small enough to fit in his backpack when he’s not using it.
He’s been begging to get these wireless headphones, so this is an easy idea that you know he’ll use every day.
If the young guy’s ever boarded a plane only to find out his AirPods aren’t compatible with the in-flight entertainment, he’d appreciate this flight adapter—when it’s safe to travel again, of course! Just plug this little guy into the plane’s headphone jack, and he’s good to watch all the movies he wants.
I’ll bet you five bucks the teenager you’re shopping for already owns a pair of these classic sneakers. And I’ll bet you another $5 he wears them so much that he needs a new pair to replace his worn-out ones.
Similar to the Nintendo Switch but smaller and newer, this Lite version is the perfect gift for any gamer to take on the go.
Did the guy you’re shopping for just get his braces off? Then he’ll be v thankful for this teeth-whitening kit, which comes with 10 trays and a whitening pen to help even out the stains left behind.
Anyone could use another graphic T-shirt to add to the lineup. Need a suggestion? Try this mint-colored cotton jersey one.
He’ll appreciate a unique belt with a quick-release buckle that’ll make his distressed jeans that much cooler.
If he’s the outdoorsy type, a tent that can fit eight people would be perfect for a trip with all his friends. Bonus: He can easily set this bad boy up in no time.
If he’s got a car, he’ll want a cool keychain to put his keys on, like this outdoorsy rope one.
The guy lives in sweats and streetwear, so he’d be into an oversize pullover hoodie. Bonus points if it also has a Champion logo somewhere on it.
If the guy has thick curly hair or waves, get him this moisturizing styling balm. Just a little bit of this cream will keep his hair soft, defined, and frizz-free all day long.
Can he really have too many medium-wash jeans? Answer: No. The limit does not exist.
Fact: Every teen guy likes music. There’s nothing like a speaker to get the parental-supervised party goin’, and if he likes having his friends over, he’ll want a super-portable one that everyone can connect to via Bluetooth.
The time is fast approaching for him to learn the art of shaving. The special rings on this electric shaver protect skin from redness and irritation. Plus, it comes with a precision trimmer for an even sharper look.
Whether he surfs, waterskis, or likes to kayak, he’ll, no doubt, get a lot of use out of a floating dry bag like this.
Consider this the OG Instagram. If your teen has an old soul, he’d appreciate an actual camera to document all his hangouts and future trips with his friends and fam.
When shopping for people who are difficult to please (ahem, teen boys), stick with the classics. These boots will go just as well with his go-to sweatpants as they would with a pair of jeans.
Not exactly the most exciting gift, but if the guy spends a lot of time on his phone, this external battery pack is a great and practical present that he’ll get a lot of use out of.
If he’s been taking his guitar practice more seriously lately, treat him to this electric guitar. Besides, it’s a teenage right of passage to learn how to play “Wonderwall”.
He’s always on his Xbox, so might as well give him the newest FIFA game out there so he can score goals like Messi and Mbappé.