The 57 best Christmas gifts for brothers in 2023
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Brothers. You love them almost as much as they annoy you. But without a doubt, they’ll always have your back.
Whatever relationship you may have with your brother, they’ll always be there for you — and they deserve to be spoiled with a great gift over the holidays, too!
Whether you’re a guy unsure what to buy for your brother or a girl wondering what the heck to give your bro this year, we’ve got the perfect gift ideas. Our hand-picked gifts cover a wide range of hobbies, interests and lifestyles, so whether you have an older brother, younger brother or even a best friend who you consider to be a brother, you’ll find something to fit them here.
Maybe he’s a movie buff, an avid home cook or a self-proclaimed pro golfer. Whatever your budget allows — be it small and affordable or over-the-top luxurious — he’ll love what you get him from our roundup.
While you’re shopping, check out the best gifts under $100 and best gifts for dad that we rounded up. And if you also have a sister to shop for, consider yourself in luck — we’ve got the perfect gifts for her, too.
Best Gift for Every Type of Brother: Amazon Gift Card
Sometimes it’s just easier to let him buy himself whatever he wants. If you don’t have a ton of time this year to gift-shop and your brother is difficult to shop for, go for this $50 Amazon gift card instead. These days, the retailer sells just about everything, so he’s bound to get something he loves.
These moccasin slippers are perfect for the brother who likes to spend time at home (or is working remotely!). They have over 8,000 reviews on Amazon and come in light brown, dark brown, black, camo and plaid.
Best Gift for the Brother Who Loses Everything: Tile Mate
If he’s constantly losing his essentials (phone, wallet, keys, etc.), consider buying this convenient Tile Mate which is a water-resistant tracking device with Bluetooth capabilities to use with the app. It would make for the perfect stocking stuffer!
Best Gift for the Brother Who Appreciates Home Decor: Corner Floor Lamp
This color-changing LED lamp takes up practically zero floor space and adds a ton of character and wonderful accent lighting to any bedroom, home office or living room. It includes a remote control that your brother can use to adjust the lighting effect, and it can connect to his smartphone for even easier adjustments.
Brothers who grew up playing classic Nintendo video games will love this retro Super NES system. It use an HDMI cable to connect to modern TVs and monitors and includes controllers and games so the two of you can start playing right away.
Get your brother a pair of some of the coolest, on-trend sneakers. These New Balance shoes are available in a full range of sizes and look great with casual and even office casual outfits. So fresh, so clean.
Help your brother keep their marijuana habit on a low profile with this metal carrying canister that comfortably holds one joint. It protects their bud, and in turn, shows them that you’re their true bud(dy).
Some guys don’t like to admit when they feel chilly, so help out your bro by gifting him a stylish shirt that he can throw on whenever he needs to warm up. This is a great layering piece that can fit over other shirts and even sweaters in the winter, and it’s available in a bunch of colors and patterns. It has a thick and plush feeling that your brother is sure to love.
Best Gift for the Brother Who Wishes Taco Tuesday Was Every Day: Casofu Giant Burrito Blanket
If your brother always looks forward to eating Mexican food on Tuesdays, this giant burrito blanket is both a funny but oh-so-cozy gift he’s bound to love.
As their name suggests, these socks are built to withstand rugged conditions and resist getting holes or tears. They’re comfortable and stylish enough to wear everyday or when out on the trail.
Best Gift for the Brother Who Loves to Garden: AeroGarden Harvest
Help your brother with a green thumb continue their gardening passion during the winter with this countertop indoor smart garden. It uses pods to easily grow herbs, flowers and other greenery.
Best Gift for the Brother Who Appreciates Self Care: Theragun Mini Massage Gun
This compact massage tool will remind your brother to take a break and practice some self care by massaging his neck, shoulders and anywhere else that easily gets sore.
Find more options in our best massage guns roundup.
Whether your brother is simply a fan of frozen pizzas or enjoys making his own from scratch, this pizza stone will instantly improve his pies. It creates a crispier crust and retains heat really well, which can help cook pizzas more quickly, too.
Best Gift for the Brother Who’s Feeling Nostalgic: My Life Story So Far Book
This journal contains prompts and questions that your brother can respond to and get inspired to start writing down all their favorite memories. Plus, when their memoir becomes a bestseller one day, they’ll have you to thank for it!
This mini hard drive can connect to iPhones or Android smartphones and gives your brother some extra storage space for the photos that are always filling up their phone.
For the brother who’s always working on their laptop no matter where they go, this lap desk lets them at least work more comfortably while hanging out on the couch. It even has a built-in mousepad, phone holder and padded wrist rest.
You already know your brother is the coolest, so keep him looking fresh with this stylish trucker jacket that lined with flannel on the inside for extra warmth, and has a waxed exterior to make it weather resistant.
Best Gift for the Brother Who Loves His Car: Cobra SC100 Dash Cam
Help your car-loving brother keep an eye on his car and protect himself in the case of a fender bender with this compact dash cam. It’s super easy to install, and the included phone app also alerts your brother of radars and speed check zones nearby.
If your brother can no longer work from home every day, his wardrobe will need a bit of a refresh. This handsome leather belt is perfect for the office and goes with everything else in his wardrobe.
Find more options in our best J.Crew gifts roundup, too
Inspire your brother to see the world with this fun scratch-off world map. If they also love stargazing, consider buying them this totally realistic star projector to create their bedroom into their very own galaxy.
If your brother love ‘The Mandalorian,’ then he’ll totally be into hanging this epic ‘Star Wars’ inspired wall art in his bedroom or home office.
Best Gift for the Harry Potter Fan Brother: Harry Potter Wand
Have you recently converted your little brother into a Potterhead? Then you can’t go wrong with this super-realistic Harry Potter wand!
If your brother is working from home, then he definitely needs a pair of good quality, noise-canceling headphones to eliminate any distractions. The noise-cancelling feature on the Sony Noise-Cancelling Headphones are so good that you barely hear turbulence on a plane.
What’s more, they also boast up to 30 hours of battery life with quick-charging (5 hours of playback after charging for just 10 minutes) and touch sensor controls to pause, play and skip tracks, control volume, activate your voice assistant and answer phone calls.
If your brother is a new dad, then he’s probably still getting used to carrying baby essentials: a baby bag, bottles, diapers, extra change of clothes and so much more. Help him consolidate his own things with this wallet phone case.
Check out the brand’s Amazon shop to find options for nearly every iPhone model.
As one of the most unique gifts we’ve seen, the Custom Pet Embroidered Sweatshirt from Uncommon Goods is bound to be a hit. Customize it with your pup and even the name of his pet and voilá — you just won most original gift award.
Best Gift for the Brother Who’s Also a Cat Dad: Meowdy Cat Meme T-Shirt
Meowdy, there. This funny t-shirt from Amazon is only $20 and perfect for your cat-loving brother. Plus, it doubles as his pajamas because of its ultra-plush, sleep-shirt fit.
Best Gift for the Creative Brother: Deep Sea Sand Art
Is your brother more of an artsy guy? If so, he’ll totally appreciate this deep sea sand art piece from Uncommon Goods.
If he’s a tech guy and appreciates videography, then he’ll definitely enjoy using this handheld stabilizer that allows him to take non-shaky videos straight from his smartphone.
Best Gift for the Brother Who’s a Movie Buff: Apple TV 4K
Is your brother always recommending noteworthy shows, series and movies? If so, he’d definitely like an Apple TV 4K streaming device to bring his binge-watching to the next level. It gives him access to hundreds of apps, Apple TV+, quick AirPlay, stellar picture quality and so much more.
Best Gift for the Brother Who Loves Beer: Beer Chiller Sticks
There’s nothing better than an ice-cold beer. These beer chiller sticks will give your brother just that until the very last drop.
If he prefers something a little bit stronger, you can’t go wrong with a nice quality cocktail shaker like this one from Williams Sonoma.
For more options, check out our guide to the best cocktail shaker sets.
Best Gift for the Brother Who Always Forgets to Charge His Phone: Q Portable Charger
Everyone has that one person in their life who can’t seem to keep their phone charged. If that person happens to be your brother, then this Brand Q portable charger will be a life saver. It can charge iPhones, MacBooks, Android phones (and all at once!) and can be juiced up by an outlet.
If your brother is a bit of a video game junky, then it’s likely that he already got his hands on a Nintendo Switch Lite. On the off chance that he didn’t, it would make a great gift (and one that he’ll cherish).
Remember to pick up some of the best Nintendo Switch games, too.
If your brother enjoys dressing the part, buy him a luxurious bomber jacket from Alpha Industries. It’s inspired by original 1950’s coats worn by U.S Air Force and Navy pilots and available in four different colors. Plus, it’s reversible and water-resistant during mild wet conditions.
If you haven’t seen your bro’s head in years and are sick of seeing him wear the same ol’ hat every time you see him, consider buying him a new one. This Carhartt knit beanie is warm, versatile and great for the winter.
A good quality suitcase is still a must for an avid traveler. The Away Luggage Bigger Carry-On option can hold up to a week’s worth of clothing (and still meets airline requirements for most major airlines), comes with a portable charger and has a lifetime warranty.
For more options, check out our guide to the best carry-on luggage.
If your brother loves hanging with his buddies at the beach during the summer, then it’s likely he’d appreciate an awesome cooler. This one from YETI is insulated, can hold 36 cans of beer and has comfortable carrying straps to take it to and from the party.
Best Gift for the Brother Who Loves Camping: BioLite Fire Pit+
Does he love a good campfire? The BioLite fire pit produces an efficient burn with less smoke than traditional fire pits. It also functions as a hibachi-style grill.
The high-tech fire pit uses an air injection system with 51 air jets to pump the fire with oxygen to create the perfect fire for up to 24 hours, depending on the burn level you choose. The BioLite is even tech-friendly, including a detachable power pack that you can recharge with a USB and a Bluetooth-controllable fire pit.
Is your brother a social butterfly? If so, this makeshift bean bag chair from CordaRoy’s is a great gift since it can be used for extra seating during the day and turn into a mattress at night. It’s available in three different mattress sizes: full, queen and king and comes in seven different colors.
If your brother is always there to help you around the house, then this 5-in-1 tool pen is right up his alley. The streamlined gadget is a screwdriver, touch stylus for smart devices, ruler, keychain and a good ol’ fashioned pen with clip.
Best Gift for the Brother Who Loves to Read: Amazon Kindle Oasis
If your brother is a bookworm, then he’ll totally love the Amazon Kindle Oasis. It was designed with an anti-glare screen that reads like real paper (even in direct sunlight), a battery-life that lasts weeks and up to 8GB or 32GB of storage to hold thousands of titles — all in one place. For $20 more, you can get it without ad capabilities, too.
A portable speaker is a must for any music lover. The Sony SRS-XB23 portable speaker is waterproof, durable and has a built-in strap for carrying on your wrist or attaching to a bag.
For more options, check out our guide to the best portable speakers.
Best Gift for the Brother Who Loves the NFL: Jersey from Fanatics
Does your brother obsess over his fantasy football league and his favorite NFL players? If so, buy him a jersey from Fanatics so he can root on his team in style.
As a bonus, you can customize the back of some jerseys with a last name, making it one of the best personalized gifts, too.
Perhaps he loves food but doesn’t want to spend time in the kitchen. If so, he’ll totally love an UberEats gift card to enjoy all of his favorite restaurants. Plus, it’s a great way to support small local businesses.
If he’s all about living a healthy lifestyle, it’s likely that he spends his Sunday afternoon prepping his meals. These glass meal prep containers are made with three compartments to easily separate each portion of his meal and come in a pack of five — one for each day of the work week.
For more options, check out our guide to the best meal prep containers.
Best Gift for the Brother Who Likes to Stay in Shape: FitBit Versa 3
The FitBit Versa3 is a great way to track your fitness habits. You can see your real-time pace and distance when doing cardio (with built-in GPS), monitor your heart rate, see your blood oxygen levels and so much more.
Whether he needs to drink more water or doesn’t have a good quality water bottle, the HydroFlask Wide-Mouth Straw Lid Water Bottle makes a great present either way. It comes in a variety of sizes and colors and will keep his water cold for hours on end.
Does your brother like to look good everywhere he goes? If so, the Jack Black Beard Grooming Kit is a great gift. It comes with beard wash, beard lube, beard oil and a comb to look primmed and perfect all the time.
If he spends many months of the year on the course, he’ll definitely like a new set of Callaway Supersoft golf balls. For less than $30, they receive our stamp of approval.
Shop even more gifts for golfers here.
Air fryers are great for at-home chefs of any level since you can easily make any oven recipe in half the time. This Cosori option is an Amazon’s Choice that will instantly upgrade your brother’s kitchen and cooking skills.
Best Gift for the Brother Who Loves Hot Sauce: TRUFF Variety Pack
Does your brother put hot sauce on just about anything? If so, he’ll totally love TRUFF’s products. This variety gift set includes three of their truffle-infused hot sauce: the original, white truffle and hotter. All wrapped in a beautiful matte box, too.
Best Gift for the Brother Who Loves to Learn: MasterClass Gift Card
Give your brother the gift of learning this year with a MasterClass annual membership gift card. They offer classes in a variety of different areas, including cooking, music, writing, sports, communication and more.
Brooklinen’s best-selling sheets will certainly upgrade your brother’s bed situation. They’re available in 13 different colors and include a sheet set, duvet and two standard pillowcases.
Oh, and check out our review of the brand’s Luxe Core Sheet Set (so dreamy).
Does your bro consider himself to be a grilling master? If the answer is yes, you definitely need to buy him this Inkbird wireless grilling thermometer that can be controlled through his smartphone.
For more options, check out our expert-backed guide to the best meat thermometers.
If your brother has a debatable coffee addiction, he should at least be drinking quality coffee. This Nespresso machine is great because it can make both regular coffee and espressos. It also comes with a milk frothing machine to really take his favorite beverage to the next level.
For more options, check out our guide to the best Amazon coffee makers.
This cupcake assortment from Bake Me A Wish is filled with all of the yummy favorites he’s bound to love, from chocolate to red velvet. For a sweet treat, this bundle can’t be beaten (and, for less than $75).
Best Gift for the Brother Who Loves Game Night: Pass the Pigs Game
Pass the Pigs is an easy and hilarious game that any brother would love. You gain or lose points based on how the pigs land after rolling them like a dice. Plus, it’s kid friendly.
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