35 Gifts for Teen Boys That They'll Actually Love

There’s a good chance he’s taking selfies with his friends or shooting videos for TikTok. Make it easier with the Octobuddy. It’s less obtrusive than a Popsocket, and is easier to slip in and out of his jeans. It works for any device, not just iPhones.

Stanleys have had their moment, it’s time for Owala to get its due. The water bottle is super popular for its multi-sip top and array of colors. It’s also insulated and dishwasher safe for easy cleaning.

Digital cameras are back in a big way—they’re not completely dumbed down, also aren’t laced with brain-draining apps. This Pixpro has 16 megapixels for charmingly old-school photos and can shoot video in 1080p HD. It’s a fun point-and-shoot for budding photographers and kids just trying to capture a social media moment.

The Pacebreakers are an absolute workhorse of workouts but they’re also just the perfect summer shorts. Even if they aren’t hitting the gym yet, they can rely on these to keep them cool and dry while hanging outside during the hotter months ahead. They’re also available in an unlined option and come in a bunch of colors.

I have yet to meet anyone—teen or adult—who doesn’t like their Nintendo Switch. They can play on the go or hook it up to the big screen at friends’ houses. There’s also plenty of classic game titles like Mario Kart and Super Smash Brothers if you want to show them a thing or two about 90’s gaming.

Think of this like Four Square but with some edge. Spikeball is a fun game they can play inside or outside that is high energy and fast paced. The entire set wraps up neatly in a drawstring bag for easy toting between parks or backyards.

If they’re into hiking, camping, and anything else outdoors, they need a reliable pocket knife. The Guile from Civivi is an excellent EDC (that’s everyday carry for the uninitiated) knife that’s sleek and sharp. The flipper tab on the back allows for fast-action opening, plus the blade shape just looks cool.

So you tried and failed to get the Bad Bunny edition Sambas. That's okay, you can still get an iconic version like these all-blacks. They really are the OG of Adidas footwear, appealing to all types from the athletes to the gamers and everybody in between. The perfect balance of leather and suede, these sneaks collect all the style points and quite effortlessly. You get the iconic three stripes and the capacity to pair them up with just about any clothing style.

When you buy Filson, you get a product for life. That sounds like old man speak, but teens will appreciate the fact that this backpack will last a lifetime, if not longer. Better, it looks cool and has tons of intelligent pockets for keeping things straight while your wander.

This portable speaker from JBL is durable, waterproof, and clips easily to any bag. It's also pretty compact (it fits in the palm of your hand) but packs some booming sounds. The seven-hour battery means he can jam from the shower to walking to class to anywhere really.

He most certainly needs to drink more water than he does. A customized Yeti is a great option he'll take wherever he goes (which can be done on Yeti's site). And it'll hold up to whatever the rigors of his life get thrown at it.

Lesser weather may be coming but that doesn't mean the sporty fun has to come to an end. Bring hoops indoors with this electric over-the-door kit. It comes with balls and a pump and there's a scoreboard that'll keep track of all those buckets.

Teens know that the wallets of today are much more efficient than those of a generation ago. Here's a great example, made of carbon fiber so you know it's tough. With webbing at the center, it can expand to take on a dozen cards.

Remind them of the value of analog. One of the best field watches now comes in an (even-more) affordable quartz version in 33mm or 38mm case sizes. It'll help teach them the joy of watch-owning without the requirements that come with owning a manual watch.

Remember those wooden paddles with a string and ball attached? Boxbollen essentially takes that concept but makes it 10x more fun by adding a fitness element to the game. The objective? Connect your jabs as many times in a row as possible and watch as the accompanying app tracks your strikes. This gift is creative as heck and costs less than $30.

The only thing better than a great photo is a tangible one. Gift him some retro photo charm with this mini printer. He can turn all of those great snapshots he took on his device into actual pictures, efficiently and sharply. All you have to do to lock down high quality images is connect via Bluetooth.

Fit with 75 easy-to-make yet delicious recipes, this cookbook is the ultimate for the fledgling young chef. Adult cookbooks are great but can be a little over the top. That, and they tend to assume you're already interested in the culinary arts. This is a great option in that it's very inviting and will only fan the flames of that interest in creating quality meals.

Here's a timely gift. This alarm clock (which we named the best smart alarm clock) not only keeps people in line but offers a cool contemporary look. High-functioning, it improves sleep with wake and wind down functions. You get personalized sleep stories, calming tunes, meditation, white noise, and more. Here's to better rest.