Men's Stocking Stuffer Gift Guide: Best Stocking Stuffers For Men

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This post has been updated October 2024.

My philosophy on men’s stocking stuffers is the same as stocking stuffers for the whole family – they need to get used (and not just create clutter) and they need to be inexpensive. No AirPods in stockings in our house, regardless of the size! It always feels like a success finding practical, useful, affordable gifts for stockings for men.

That also means stocking stuffers are super fun for me to choose. I love working in those parameters to find items that are actually really excellent and that I would love, too, and that are helpful and durable despite their small size (and price tag).

Here are 70+ intentional, helpful stocking stuffers that men will love. I’d love to hear any favorites! And if you need more ideas, here are 75+ travel stocking stuffers under $5!

Flashlight Gloves

I got these LED flashlight gloves for Dan this year and I think he’ll get tons of use out of them. Perfect for hunting for things in the dark, doing handiwork, or even buckling a stroller at night.

Spax Screws

Dan feels really passionately about these screws for reasons I can’t explain, ha. Supposedly they’re the best!

Where to Buy: Lowes | Amazon | Walmart

Magnetic Bookmarks

I love magnetic bookmarks because they actually stay put. This set is fun and inexpensive, or I love this solid-color set.

Where to Buy: Target | Amazon

Escape from the Museum Card Game

Our 11 year old daughter picked out this game recently and it is so fun. Great for older kids and adults.

Men’s Sun Hat

I almost can’t recommend this because it’s somewhat hideous but Dan freaking LOVES this thing. So. Do with that information what you will.

Water Bottle Ice Sticks

We stuck these in our kids’ stockings a couple years ago and they were such a hit. Perfect for sliding into a water bottle without needing to stuff in a bunch of ice.

Plug Dust Covers

Great for anyone with a phone, honestly! These are especially great if traveling to prevent lots of dust from getting inside devices.

Arm & Hammer Aluminum-Free Deodorant

I know, it’s just cheap deodorant…but stick with me. This stuff is aluminum-free deodorant that actually works, AND it doesn’t require selling your firstborn to purchase. We can’t find it in the UK, so Dan literally ordered multiple to have his mom bring to us from the US.

Car Cleaning Gel

If you have a guy in your life who drives a lot, this is great for getting out all the little crumbs and dust from lots of nooks & crannies.

Eye Mask

This is Dan’s very favorite kind of eye mask since it doesn’t put pressure on the eyes. He sleeps with one every night!

Cooking Torch

Perfect for bruleeing marshmallows, but I promise if he loves cooking, he’ll find all kinds of uses for this handy little torch.

The Best Scissors

I’ve purchased this set of scissors at least 3 different times because they’re the very best, and because they are the very best, they keep going missing since various family members keep taking them. Plus, you can’t really have too many pairs of scissors at home.

Mini Portable Charger

I’ve talked about these incessantly the last year because I just love so much having a little cordless portable charger. Stick one in every person’s stocking.

Pot Scraper

I did a favorite things party 4 or 5 years ago and my friend included these. I ended up with them and was a bit skeptical at first, but they really are amazing. They get everything off a pan so quickly and easily. Perfect for a guy who loves to cook (or who does the dishes).

Zip Chip

This went in our 12 year old’s stocking last year and it was a big hit with him and his friends. (So much so that it got lost on top of the school roof because they played with it so much…)

Best Cords

You can never have too many cords, especially when they’re great ones. These are the only ones we’ve had that have lasted for years without wearing through and stay perfect through travel. (Here’s the lightning version.)

Rechargeable Lighter

We have at least half a dozen of these around our house. They’re perfect for candles or if your gas stove stops lighting (ahem).

Mini Sound Machine

Excellent for travel or to take to a different room for a nap.

Shoe Deodorizing Balls

If you know a dude whose shoes are getting a little stinky, this is a mostly-polite way of rectifying the situation. 😉

Headlamp

It would be impossible to have too many of these. He’ll love an extra for the car or his backpack.

Ultralight Backpacking Trowel

Do you know a guy who loves to hike? This trowel is the perfect companion. It’s the kind of thing that often gets forgotten about but is definitely a necessity, especially on longer backcountry hikes. Both he and the earth will appreciate this unique men’s stocking stuffer idea.

Mini Bluetooth Speaker

If you know a dude who loves music or audiobooks, this tiny Bluetooth speaker is fantastic. Easy to move around or even carry in a pocket.

Gear Repair Kit

Perfect for someone who spends time outside to be able to quickly patch up any issues.

Duct Tape

It solves everything according to my kids, and is excellent to have around, especially as you’re packing away holiday decorations.

Solid Cologne

A solid cologne is a great choice for someone who loves to travel, or just someone in a small space who needs to store it in a drawer – less chance of spilling!

Insect Repellent

I really love this kind. Stick in a small bottle that’s perfect for a trip that you’ve planned to a tropical paradise. 😉

Where to Buy: Amazon | REI

S-biner (Size 5)

Carabiners are the very best, and S-biners are maybe even more useful than that. I love that you don’t have to finagle them as much to hook things on. This size is perfect to attach to a backpack or luggage.

Where to Buy: Walmart | Amazon

Poo Gel

Everybody poops, and sometimes it needs to happen in the great outdoors. This is a perfect little stocking stuffer for a dude in your life who loves being outside.

Fire Starter Squares

Speaking of being outside, these make it super easy to start a fire, whether while camping or just in your backyard fire pit.

Toothbrush Covers

You know he’s been using his for far too long. These are eminently useful at home or when on the go.

Where to Buy: Target | Amazon | Walmart

Utility Spork

We got these for all our kids for their hiking backpacks last year. Functional and better for the earth than disposable utensils.

Where to Buy: REI | Amazon

Gear Ties

Dan loves these flexible reusable ties to hold everything from cords to backpacks to hanging a lantern while camping. Super versatile and useful and one of the best stocking stuffers for men.

Carabiners

I used to think carabiners are just for climbing aficionados but it turns out they have about a zillion uses. We love them for both city and outdoors travel, or even local exploring. They’re perfect to attach to a backpack as a place to hook jackets that aren’t being worn, water bottles, or lots of other items.

We have tons of these smaller ones, as well as some of this slightly bigger kind. They’re so useful when filling stockings for men.

Hand Warmers

We stuck these hand warmers in our kids’ stockings a couple years ago when their big gift was a cold-weather trip. We love using them on anything from travel to local ice skating, and they’re perfect if you live in or visit a cold-weather climate. These toe warmers are also perfect to stick in as stocking stuffers for men!

Hand Sanitizer

Who doesn’t need more hand sanitizer these days? This is a good standard kind, or there’s this lavender spray. I love it for stocking ideas for men or anyone else.

Darn Tough Socks

I’ve loved wool socks for years and years and have tried a number of brands. These are hands down my favorite. They’re so soft and comfortable without being too tight and stiff. They last forever and literally have a lifetime warranty. So if at ANY point they wear out, you can send them back and get another pair. For socks!

Best of all, it’s a small business that still gives back to the community. My friend who lives in the next town told me how Darn Tough donated a bunch of money to the local school and the entire area loves them. Can’t beat that! They have men’s, women’s, and kid sizes in hiking socks, ski socks, low socks, no-show socks, and more. For sure one of the most useful stocking stuffers for men.

Bug Bite Thing

Dan swears by this to use right after an insect bite – it removes the venom and reduces itchiness and irritation.

Where to Buy: Amazon | REI | Walmart

Smartwool Socks

These socks can be pricey but they’re really excellent. Warm, thick, resist odor (great for travel), and wick moisture. A must for winter.

Where to Buy: Amazon | REI

Harry Potter Chopsticks

I shared these light up lightsaber chopsticks a couple years ago and they were wildly popular. These Harry Potter wand chopsticks are equally fun for an aspirational wizard in your life. The dragon and phoenix ones are also great!

Crush Resistant Mini First Aid Kit

It’s much easier to be prepared with bandages if they come with this cool-looking and durable little case. Small enough to even slip into a pocket.

Where to Buy: Amazon | Target

Paracord Rope

Always a hit for typing up various things at home, when traveling, or when camping. Dan always likes to have some on hand.

Marshmallow Roasting Sticks

Perfect for camping or s’mores at home.

Mosquito Head Net

This was an absolute MUST while we were in Alaska and has come in handy so many times since!

Multitool Pen

It has a pen, stylus, bubble level, two screwdrivers and a ruler all in one – perfect to stick in a pocket or bag.

Working Hands Hand Cream

This cream is the best for hands that get really chapped and dry, and is unscented.

Dr. Bronner’s Lip Balm

A smooth peppermint lip stick feels masculine and grown up. This one is my very favorite.

Where to Buy: Amazon | Walmart

Pens

Anyone else have a partner who constantly uses ugly branded pens from the bank? Ha. I finally chucked all the junky ones he’d accumulated over the years and replaced them. I’m adding these to his stocking this year, and I think these are SO pretty.

Hot Cinnamon Tea

Who says men can’t love tea? I’ve never known a soul to not love this incredible tea – it’s the number one favorite of every tea-drinking person in our household of any gender. Grab a little tin to pop in a stocking.

Book Light

This veers a bit into the “actual gift” territory but is still small enough to fit in a stocking. And when something has over 48,000 reviews (with over 80% of them 5 star ones), you know it’s a winner. Super useful for stockings for men or a gift for any book lover.s

Window Breaker & Seat Belt Cutter

This is one of those little emergency devices you hope to never need but definitely want to have on hand. Perfect for a brother, husband, or neighbor to keep in their car.

Phone Mount for a Bike + Other Bike Gear

If you know a guy who loves to ride, this bike phone mount is one of the best stocking stuffers for men. These bike handlebar grips would also be great.

Razors

Dan is great about remembering to replenish hygiene supplies for the family but often forgets for himself. I signed him up for the Dollar Shave Club in his men’s stocking stuffer a couple years ago and it’s been fantastic. The razors and blades are terrific quality, it’s affordable, and it’s so nice that they automatically replenish.

Tile Mate

A couple years ago, I thought I lost my wallet. I couldn’t find it for over a month, even after searching the entire house top to bottom, looking in the car, driving around town, and more. I finally found it in the car door, exactly where (I thought) I’d looked multiple times before. As soon as I finally found it, I bought a Tile Mate to stick in it.

This little device is small and slim and perfect to attach to keys (or stick in a wallet). Then you can ping the Tile Mate from your phone to easily find that item. No more lost keys or wallet! He’ll love this useful men’s stocking stuffer idea.

Wallet Ninja

I gave Dan a Wallet Ninja a few years ago and it’s been great to have on hand. It’s a credit card-sized little device that has 18 different uses. It’s made of steel so it’s super durable. It has a box opener, a ruler, a bottle opener, and so many more. One of the best men’s stocking stuffers.

18-in-1 Wrench, Screwdriver, Bottle Opener

Speaking of gadgets, this is another excellent one!

Waterproof Insulated Gloves

Dan has owned these gloves for years and years and they’re terrific. Super waterproof and warm and great for everything from taking out the trash to playing in the snow. There’s a reason they have tens of thousands of fantastic reviews. Definitely add this to the list of men’s stocking stuffer gift ideas!

Digital Tire Pressure Gauge

The epitome of useful. Not super exciting, but he’ll always be glad to have one handy. We have and love this one in both our car and in the RV. Not just for stockings for men, but useful for any driver.

Leather Cord Organizers

These tiny leather cord organizers with a button are going in Dan’s stocking this year. Perfect for keeping everything looking tidy.

Mini Box Cutter

I rarely want to pull out a full-sized cutter to open a box and just end up yanking on it (and often giving myself a cardboard cut!). But these mini ones would make one of the best men’s stocking stuffers.

Metal Collar Stays

Dan has a set of these and they’re great and so much more sturdy than the plastic ones and they make some of the best stocking stuffers for men. I like this set that has multiple sizes in it.

Hydroflask

This is definitely a bit more of a “regular gift” than a stocking stuffer but it still fits so well in a stocking! These are Dan’s favorite water bottles because they stay cold so long and don’t leak.

Mike’s Hot Honey

We love this honey on everything from pizza to sandwiches to avocado toast. One of my favorite men’s stocking stuffer ideas!

Candy

What’s a stocking without some candy in it? For some reason that makes zero sense to me, Dan loves this black licorice, but any kind he loves is great.

Super Glue

We use super glue all the time, and Dan always has some handy. I love sticking a few in his stocking to replenish.

Beanie

Dan has had the same super old beanie for a long time – he got it as a missionary in Brazil over 15 years ago. He could definitely use an upgrade! I’ve heard great things about this one, this one, and this one.

Card Game

We always like having a new game or two to play during the winter break, and it’s fun to stick a small card game into a stocking for men. We love and play this one all the time. A fun and unique men’s stocking stuffer idea.

Silicone Muffin Liners

Know a guy who loves to bake? These silicone muffin liners are perfect.

Reusable Metal Drinking Straws

We love having these on hand and use them often for smoothies and other drinks. They’d be perfect to stick in a men’s stocking. This set is inexpensive and there’s plenty of them.

Slim Leather Wallet

Dan needs a wallet upgrade and this slim one with RFID blocking is handsome and minimalist. I love it as a men’s stocking stuffer!

Light Saber Chopsticks

Know a Star Wars fan? This is something else I’m sticking in Dan’s stocking this year. Pretty hilarious but such a fun idea for men’s stocking stuffers.

Clear Shoe Bags

If you know a guy who loves to travel, these are really helpful. Also great if he commutes into an office and stops at a gym along the way.

Tape Measure

Dan loves having a locking tape measure available. This one is small enough to keep handy and just the right size for a stocking stuffer for a husband. It’s also inexpensive and Dan’s favorite of the ones he has.

Hand Cream

It feels silly to give a guy scented lotion, but their hands get so dry in the winter, too. This stuff is intense and amazing, but also gentle enough for babies. It’s so healing and perfect for the whole family (because you know if it’s going in a dad’s stocking stuffer, it’s definitely going to get shared, too).