Dad

Meater (smart meat thermometer) ($69.95)

This one’s a little pricey, so maybe go in on this gift with your siblings. This nifty thermometer-cutting board duo saves your dad an extra step when cooking.

Very high tech! This will bring cook outs to another level.
photo via Flickr under the Creative Commons license

Ice scraper mit ($10.50)

You can help your dad get a head start on preparation for this year’s Noreasters with this handy ice scraper that will keep your hand warm and dry.

No more frigid hands this winter. photo via Flickr under the Creative Commons license

T shirt (~$15)

Pretty much every dad loves a good t-shirt. They’re easy to find at any clothing store. You can even be creative and brainstorm their interests to buy a specific one online.

Kohl’s has a great selection of graphic t-shirts in the men’s section, close to the entrance.

Dress shirt or flannel (~$30)

If you want to bump the shirt idea up, a nice dress shirt for work or a cozy flannel is a great option. Any clothing store has them, but a thrift store like Saver’s has much cheaper options for still a good quality.

There’s an infinite amount of colors and patterns to button-ups. photo via Flickr under the Creative Commons license

Tile tracker ($20-$25)

My dad loses his keys or his wallet a ridiculous amount. Tile is a small chip that works as a key chain or slips in a wallet. You can connect the Tile to an app on your phone so that you can track your keys or wallet when you lose it.

My dad and brother find their Tiles very helpful.

Car mount ($23.99)

The car mount makes using directions on your phone a million times easier.

I found this car mount in the line shelves at TJ Maxx/Home Goods.

Grooming kit ($20.99) and beard hair catcher ($17.99)

You can help out your dad by saving a trip to the barbershop with this grooming kit, and this beard hair catcher makes for easy cleanup.