Love it or tolerate it, Valentine’s Day is the ideal time to right the gift-giving wrongs of the holidays. Were you sure your husband would love that faux-vintage turntable, only to find out later that what he really wanted was a weighted blanket? Did you misinterpret his months of hint-dropping about homebrewing, ponying up for the perfect craft beer kit, when he was actually talking about kombucha?

The best Valentine's Day gifts for husbands give you a second chance to get it right.

In your defense, nailing the perfect gift for someone as close to you as a spouse is a lot harder than it sounds, especially when you've been together for a while and exhausted your best ideas. Instead of opting for something cliché or overly trendy, spend some time reading between the lines of his interests and hobbies. If he's a movie buff with a Regal Unlimited subscription who uses Letterboxd like his personal journal, for example, grab some cool merch from the A24 Shop. Don't be afraid to get hyper-niche.

With that in mind, we’ve come up with a list of Valentine's Day gift ideas for over a dozen different kinds of husbands. Some are luxe versions of everyday items, while others are special-occasion splurges. A select few are gifts that the both of you can enjoy — because healthy relationships are all about sharing, right?

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A YETI Collegiate Cooler

For the college football fan

There's no season like tailgate season, baby. Grab him a customized cooler from YETI's officially licensed Collegiate series so he can rep his alma mater at home and on the road — they're rotomolded for durability and sport extra-thick insulated walls to keep his beer cold all day. You can choose from several different sizes ranging from an 18-can "Roadie" cooler to a "Tank 85" ice bucket that can fit a whole keg.

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A Theragun mini

For the gym rat

We don't doubt the quality of your back massages, to be clear, but when your husband's extra sore from a workout, a massage gun will provide the muscle relief he needs for a speedy recovery. The ultra-portable new Theragun mini features three speeds, Bluetooth connectivity, a 120-minute battery life, and a brushless motor with "QuietForce" technology that makes its rumble super faint. Plus, it comes with three attachments for different kinds of treatment.

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$199 from Amazon

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A Lego bouquet that lasts forever

Best for kids at heart

We're low-key obsessed with the Lego Icons flower collection, which now includes this gorgeous bouquet of roses. Forever roses are actually a big gifting trend right now, and this is your chance to surprise your husband with flowers for once.

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$59.99 from Amazon

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An inflatable kayak

For the outdoorsman

Don't have the storage space or roof rack for a traditional kayak? The Retrospec Coaster is a lightweight inflatable model made from durable, puncture-resistant ripstop polyester (available in two colors) that's easy to assemble and dog-friendly. Both of you can fit in the Tandem version, which comes with two paddles, a dual-action pump, a removable fin (skeg) that holds its course steady in the water, and a carrying bag.

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$699.99 from Amazon

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The Herschel Little America Backpack

For the commuter

Featuring tons of storage and dozens of different colorways, Herschel's signature backpack looks just as good on the train as it does on the trail. Your better half can stash his gadgets inside its protective laptop sleeve and media compartment when he's between home and the office; some contoured shoulder straps and breathable mesh back padding make sure it won't mess with his posture.

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$120 from Herschel Supply Co.

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Matching Carhartt Chore Coats

For the dog dad

PSA: Carhartt also makes a dog version of its iconic heavyweight coat. Available in three colors and a range of sizes to suit different breeds, it features firm-hand duck canvas, a quilted liner, and a water-repellent coating just like the original. Get one for your dog ($49.99) and one for your dude ($89.99) for a joint Valentine's Day gift that's not as overly cutesy as matching pajamas (but, like, still pretty cute).

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A Backbone One

For the gamer

If he's already bought himself a next-gen console, grab him a mobile gaming controller that'll let him play it on the go. The Backbone One is a top-rated pick with analog triggers, clickable thumbsticks, a 3.5mm headphone jack, and pass-through charging. There are two versions available — one for PlayStation (compatible with iPhones), one for Xbox (compatible with iPhones and Android devices) — and both work with any controller-supported games for their respective platform.

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$99.99 from Amazon

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An A24 Screenplay Book

For the movie buff

A chic addition to any coffee table that screams "I have extremely good taste," these hardcover Screenplay Books feature the scripts of popular A24 flicks alongside companion essays and behind-the-scenes extras (including concept art, shot lists, set photography, and production sketches). The first collection includes "Ex Machina," "Hereditary," "Lady Bird," "Minari," "Moonlight," "The Lobster," "The Witch," "Under the Skin," and "20th Century Women."

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$60 from A24 Shop

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A pizza oven

For the home chef

It's not delivery *or* DiGiorno: It's an outdoor pizza oven that bakes up restaurant-worthy Neopolitan pies. The bestselling ooni Karu 12 is a lightweight multi-fuel model, meaning it works with wood, charcoal, or a gas burner attachment (sold separately). It heats up to a blazing-hot 950°F in just 15 minutes and cooks pizza in just 60 seconds with the help of a custom-designed tray that maximizes airflow. Bone app the teeth.

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$399 from Amazon

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A cocktail-making class

For the beverage connoisseur

Led by Brooklyn bartender Matt Levy, this live online class digs into the latest mixology trend: smoke-infused spirits. Your husband will learn how to make three different kinds of drinks (plus some non-alcoholic adaptations) over the course of an hour and a half on an evening of his choosing this spring. Uncommon Goods' oak Glass Topper Cocktail Smoker, kitchen torch, and smoking chips (an $80 value) will be mailed to you ahead of time so you have something physical to wrap.

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$105 from Uncommon Goods

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A Chemex

For the caffeine fiend

This is more than just a coffee maker — it's contemporary art. (No, really: The Brooklyn Museum, the Corning Museum of Glass, and the Museum of Modern Art in New York all have one in their permanent collections.) Crafted from tempered lab-quality glass that doesn't absorb funky odors or chemical residue, it'll make the cleanest, brightest cups of coffee your husband's ever sipped.

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$46.68 from Amazon

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A Bose SoundLink Flex

For the audiophile

Bose's latest Bluetooth speaker offers unrivaled sound quality and up to 12 hours of battery life per charge. But more importantly, it's lightweight, durable, and completely waterproof — meaning your husband can bring it just about anywhere. (It even floats, so outdoor jam sessions and bathtub karaoke are both a go.) Choose from four different colors, including a festive, limited-edition Carmine Red.

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$149 from Amazon

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Apple's second-generation AirPods Pro

For the podcast person

Wired earphones may be trendy and all, but when your husband's putzing around the house while catching up on his latest podcast obsession, a cord will only get in the way. As far as wireless options go, the new AirPods Pro are stellar: They offer fantastic audio quality, improved Active Noise Cancellation, up to 30 hours of listening time with the help of their charging case, and USB-C charging (!).

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$249 from Amazon

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A Kindle Paperwhite

For the avid reader

He can take his entire library on the road with Amazon's latest Kindle Paperwhite, a bestselling e-reader with an adjustable warm light, a 10-week battery life, and a glare-free display that looks like real paper even in bright sunlight. It comes with a free three-month subscription to Kindle Unlimited (normally $9.99/month), which unlocks over three million titles and thousands of audiobooks. It's also completely waterproof for beach and poolside reads.

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$139.99 from Amazon

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A pair of Thursday boots

For the dapper dresser

Handcrafted with durable, high-quality materials and priced below $300 per pair, Thursday shoes are an excellent bang for your buck. Their slip-on, Chelsea-style "Cavalier" boot is a versatile wardrobe staple that comes in genuine leather (in two colors) and WeatherSafe suede (in four colors); both versions have leather interior linings and cork-bed midsoles that form to the feet for comfort.

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$190 from Amazon

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An UGG Robinson Robe

For the lounger

A fancy robe is one of those things your husband's probably never thought to buy for himself, but once he's wearing it, he'll wonder how he ever got by without it. Go ahead and splurge on this luxurious little number from UGG since it's a special occasion. Made from lightweight jersey and ultra-soft fleece, it comes in four sizes and six colors. Your joint spa day awaits.

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$148 from Amazon

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An Escape the Crate subscription

For date nights in

Escape the Crate brings the excitement of an escape room to the comfort of your home with a totally different adventure shipped to your doorstep every other month. Each box is filled with themed puzzles, riddles, and mysteries you'll have to solve together over the course of a few hours. It's a fun way to shake up date night without having to leave the house (or put on real pants, if we're being realistic here)

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$29.99 from Cratejoy

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A cheese gift basket

For the guy who's not big on chocolate

Valentine's Day presents can be cheesy, but this one takes the cake. Offered through New York City's Ideal Cheese Shop, this "Around the World" sampler basket comes with a tangy Manchego from Spain, a buttery Comté from France, a nutty Parmigiano Reggiano from Italy, a rich Prima Donna from the Netherlands, and a creamy Colby from an upstate New York farm (plus a box of crackers and a jar of jam to eat them with). It's savory snack lover heaven.

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$154.95 from Goldbelly

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Hokusai – The Great Wave LEGO building set

For the LEGO master

Toeing the ideal line between "fun toy" and "something I'd actually be OK with hanging on the wall," this all-new LEGO set is a blockified take on Katsushika Hokusai's iconic woodblock print, "Under the Wave of Kanagawa" (aka "The Great Wave"); the real one hangs in the MET. It contains over 1,800 pieces and includes a curated soundtrack for good vibes during the building process.

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$99.99 from Amazon

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A new hobby

Best for husbands with extra time

Does your husband need a hobby that doesn't involve scrolling TikTok? Rock tumbling may not be the most exciting-sounding hobby to everyone, but for the right kind of guy, it will be his new obsession. This is also a great gift idea for husbands with young kids, as they can explore this hobby together.

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$119.99 from Amazon

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An invigorating face scrub

Best grooming gift

Even men who are skeptical of skincare products will appreciate this Jack Black scrub. Exfoliating particles slough away dead skin and oil, while also softening up hair for a cleaner shave. Meanwhile, Vitamin C and mint work together to energize tired skin.

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$20 from Amazon

Miller Kern

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Miller Kern is a New York City-based Deputy Reviews Editor at Mashable, where she writes and edits reviews of tech products including headphones, skincare devices, laptops, sex toys, e-readers, robot vacuums, and more. She has five years of experience writing buying guides, gift guides, and deals, and covering shopping holidays like Prime Day and Black Friday. Miller can tell you which products are actually worth your money. She also explores trends in the shopping sphere, such as dupes and viral TikTok moments.

Haley Henschel

Senior Shopping Reporter

Haley Henschel is a Chicago-based Senior Shopping Reporter at Mashable who reviews and finds deals on popular tech, from laptops to gaming consoles and VPNs. She has years of experience covering shopping holidays and can tell you what’s actually worth buying on Black Friday and Amazon Prime Day. Her work has also explored the driving forces behind digital trends within the shopping sphere, from dupes to 12-foot skeletons.

Haley received a B.A. in Journalism from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and honed her sifting and winnowing skills at The Daily Cardinal. She previously covered politics for The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, investigated exotic pet ownership for Wisconsin Watch, and blogged for some of your favorite reality stars.

In her free time, Haley enjoys playing video games, drawing, taking walks on Lake Michigan, and spending time with her parrot (Melon) and dog (Pierogi). She really, really wants to get back into horseback riding. You can follow her on X at @haleyhenschel or reach her via email at [email protected].