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It occurs to<\/span> me that, as a new(ish) father, and someone who reviews products for a living, I am a nightmare to get gifts for. I\u2019m not alone. Most of my friends have no idea what to get their dad, and end up brainstorming in group chats with anyone they can get their hands on.<\/p>\n

Fear not, I\u2019m here to make gifting<\/a> a little easier this year (or at the very least, contribute to the brainstorm). Below are some of the best WIRED-tested gifts for the dad or father figure in your life, including travel gadgets, dad-approved apparel, and best-in-class earbuds. I\u2019ve personally gifted a few of these to my dad, with great results.<\/p>\n

Updated September 2026: I completely overhauled this guide with 27 new picks, including tech accessories, headphones, dad-approved apparel, fitness gear, and more.<\/em><\/p>\n

For the Travel Dad<\/h2>\n
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Anker<\/p>\n

Nano Power Bank With Instacord<\/h3>\n<\/p>\n
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This is my favorite power bank<\/a>, full stop. If I am traveling, going abroad, camping, or just headed to work, I take this power bank. It\u2019s the built-in, retractable USB-C cord that does it for me\u2014it\u2019s there when you need it, and out of the way when you don\u2019t. It\u2019s small enough to pack in any bag and light enough that I barely notice it. Plus, it has an extra USB-A and USB-C port built in, so you can charge multiple devices at once if you want.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Apple<\/p>\n

AirTag (2nd Generation)<\/h3>\n<\/p>\n
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I\u2019ve lost count of how many times my Apple AirTag Bluetooth tracker<\/a> has saved me from the hassle of looking for something. Keys: located. Luggage: tracked. Backpack: safe and sound. Sure, it\u2019s not the most exciting gift in the world, but it\u2019s the epitome of useful and practical. As long as they use an iPhone, that is.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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GoRuck<\/p>\n

Huckberry X GoRuck GR1 Slick Backpack (26L)<\/h3>\n<\/p>\n
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\u201cIf you told me I could only have one bag in my life, the 26L version of the GoRuck GR1 would be my pick,\u201d says WIRED operations manager and outdoor expert Scott Gilbertson<\/a> (he\u2019s also a dad). It\u2019s absolutely in buy-it-for-life territory, built with ultra-durable, water-resistant 1000D Cordura and tested by US Army Special Forces. It\u2019s technically made for rucking, but it can do basically anything you throw at it, travel included. This Huckberry version omits the exterior MOLLE webbing, giving it a sleeker look. You can read more in Gilbertson\u2019s full GoRuck GR1 review<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Rimowa<\/p>\n

Original Cabin<\/h3>\n<\/p>\n
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The best aluminum carry-on suitcase<\/a>. Aluminum luggage<\/a> is sleek and durable, with a shell that just looks better with little dents and dings (unlike polycarbonate luggage). Aluminum itself is recyclable and repairable, and the clamps that hold the Rimowa together won\u2019t fail or break as easily as your typical zipper. Rimowa is obviously the \u201cit\u201d brand for this type of luggage, but you can get similar options from Away<\/a> and Level8<\/a> for well under half the price.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n


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