34 cool gifts ideas for teen boys, including tech gadgets and outdoor gear

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Buying gifts for teen boys is hard. Here are 34 ideas, from brands like Apple, LEGO, Nintendo, and Razor.
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Buying gifts for teens can be a daunting task — and that can be especially true for teen boys whose gift lists can differ wildly. Thankfully, it doesn't need to be. There are tons of great gifts for teen boys that are cool, innovative, thoughtful, and ranging in price from big-ticket items to under-$25 purchases you can make on Amazon.

Teen boys can have a wide range of interests, from sports to reading to tech. From cool gadgets and video games to clothing and outdoor gear, you'll find the perfect gifts for a wide range of interests with these 34 top-ranked gift ideas. If you need more gifting inspiration, check out all of our gift guides here.

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A hilarious meme-building game

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Amazon

What Do You Meme? Family Edition, available at Amazon and Walmart, from $25.50

In What Do You Meme, players mix cards to create new memes — the funniest new meme wins! The game is highly ranked for laughter-inducing game nights. The original edition is designed for 17 and up while the family edition removes the R-rated content for younger teens or playing with younger siblings.

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A grip and iPhone charger in one

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Amazon

Popsocket Anker Portable Charger and Phone Grip for iPhone, available at Amazon and Popsocket, from $56.74

Popsockets are popular grips that attach to the backs of smartphones for an easier hold. One of the newest Popsockets also integrates a wireless charger. This gift, however, is only for teens with a newer iPhone; it requires a MagSafe.

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An electric skateboard with a twist

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Razor

Razor Ripstik Rush, available at Razor, Amazon and Walmart, from $225.99

The popular Ripstik is like a double-jointed skateboard, mixing the movements of skating and surfing. The new Razor Ripstik Rush adds an electric motor with 40 minutes of ride time, and the board can still be ridden as a regular Ripstik when the battery wears out. Some reviewers say the Ripstik Rush is great for getting around a college campus.

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A preventer of lost things

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Target

Apple AirTag, available at Amazon and Target, from $28.99

The Apple AirTag is a Bluetooth tracker that helps teens (and adults) find commonly misplaced items. Attaching the AirTag to a backpack, for example, allows teens to use the Find My app to locate that bag. For teens with Android phones, consider the similar Tile tracker.

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Gear for epic TikToks

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Joby

Joby Gorillapod Mobile Vlogging Kit, available at Amazon and Joby, from $154

For the teen who's always recording TikToks or Reels, help him step up his game with a set of smartphone video accessories. This kit includes a flexible tripod that can wrap around objects, sit on tabletops, or double as a handheld grip. It also includes a light and mic.

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A video game subscription service

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Microsoft

Xbox Game Pass Ultimate 3-Month Membership (Digital), available at Amazon, Best Buy, and Walmart, from $41.66

This video game subscription service from Microsoft will give them access to more than a hundred games, like "Halo," "Among Us," and "Doom Eternal." In addition to Xbox consoles, the games can be played on Windows computers and streamed on Android phones.

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A portable hangout spot for outdoors

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Nordstrom

Hummingbird Hammock, available at Amazon and Walmart, from $69.95

This Hummingbird Hammock is for the teen who likes to spend time in the great outdoors. It's lightweight and pocketable, making it a great gift they can take wherever they go.

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A travel-ready camera that stabilizes shaky video footage

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GoPro Hero 11, available at Amazon, Best Buy, and B&H Photo, $449

GoPro is the rugged, waterproof action camera they can take with them anywhere. While older models will still get the job done, the Hero 11 is the newest and best overall model with a larger sensor and excellent stabilization. It also features app connection, including automatic video edits for social sharing.

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A pair of gloves he can use with his phone

Pair of The North Face Apex Etip Tech Gloves
Nordstrom

The North Face Apex Etip Tech Gloves, available at The North Face, $60

The North Face's Tech Gloves have silicone palm grips and touchscreen-friendly fingertips so he can use his devices without taking them off. 

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