Finding stocking fillers for men and teen boys can feel like a surprisingly narrow exercise, with gift guides often defaulting to expensive tech and gadgets. If you’re shopping for the men and boys in your life and want something a little less predictable without spending a fortune, we’ve rounded up some of our favourite stocking filler ideas for him.

20 stocking filler ideas for men

1. A multi-tool with a twist

A pocket-sized accessory that brings together seven handy tools, compact enough to take on the go and easy to use every day.

7-in-1 multiuse dog tool, 4.95

2. Quirky seasoning for his table

These salt and pepper shakers will add some zing to his meals as well as his table.

Sel & Poivre salt and pepper shakers, £6.95

3. A gift for his garden

These mini garden snips make light work of pruning and deadheading. A perfect little gift if he has a green thumb.

Mini garden snips, £5.95

4. Storage tins for daily essentials

Stylish storage solutions never go unused. These mini tins are perfect for holding stationery, tools or even small cutlery.

Mackerel & Anchovies mini storage tins set, £4.95

5. A quality mug for his morning brew

One can never have too many mugs! This classy stoneware mug is sure to become part of his daily routine.

Dark blue stoneware espresso mug, £6.95

6. If he’s a frequent flyer

If he’s always jet-setting, these travel scales will make packing more efficient and save him the hassle of excess baggage fees at the airport.

Travel scales with tape, £6.95

7. A pocket-sized companion for celebrations

If he loves the outdoors and his tipples, this hip flask makes for a sophisticated gift that’ll stand out from the crowd.

Stainless steel hip flask, £19.95

8. A place for his keys

He might not realise how much he needs a place for his keys until you gift him one! This trinket dish, featuring a dapper French dog, is especially perfect if he’s a dog lover.

French dog metal trinket tray, £8.95

9. To keep his vintages and vinegars fresh

Whether he’s a wine connoisseur or a discerning chef with bottles of premium olive oil, sauces and vinegars in his kitchen, this ceramic bottle stopper is as elegant as it is practical.

Ceramic bottle stopper, £4.95

10. If beer is his tipple of choice

If he loves a good pint and hates water rings like the rest of us, these coasters, complete with vintage brewery-themed illustrations and typography, will find pride of place in his home.

Old Leopard Brewery metal coasters (Set of 4), £4.95

11. If tea is his tipple of choice

If he’s a tea enthusiast with a collection of loose-leaf blends, this quirky tea infuser will be a lovely little treat.

'House' stainless steel tea infuser, £4.95

12. A gift for his shower

If his bathroom could use a little organisation, or if he simply appreciates the odd home accessory, this enamel soap dish is a fail-safe choice.

Petrol blue enamel soap dish, £9.95

13. If game nights are his thing

Card game enthusiasts can never have too many decks. Why not gift him not one, but two stylish packs of playing cards?

Box of playing cards (set of 2 decks), £6.95

14. If he loves his kitchen

If he’s passionate about cooking, this gorgeous tea towel will add a delightful Mediterranean touch to his favourite place.

'Olive Oil' tea towel, £6.95

15. A handy keyring for everyday adventures

This pocket-knife keyring keeps a handy tool within easy reach wherever he goes.

Fish-shaped pocket knife, £4.95

16. Grooming made interesting

These fish-shaped nail clippers put a playful spin on a grooming staple.

Fish-shaped nail clippers, £2.95

17. Make his brew or protein shake more elegant

For the man who loves his coffee or takes his fitness regime seriously, this clever scoop-and-clip measures out coffee grounds or protein powder and seals the bag between uses.

Coffee scoop and clip, £6.95

18. If he loves his wine

If he loves his vintages and enjoys hosting soirées, this bird-shaped corkscrew makes opening bottles feel a little more whimsical.

Bird-shaped corkscrew, £12.95

19. Not a typical fridge magnet

A fridge magnet that looks like a guitar and opens bottles? An all-rounder for any rock ’n’ roll fan who enjoys the occasional beer.

Fridge magnet bottle opener, £3.95

20. A cheeky little kitchen helper

This fried egg-shaped scrubber makes washing dishes feel less like a chore.

Fried egg-shaped dish scrubber, £3.95

20 stocking fillers for teen boys

1. Bring the court to his desk

This tabletop basketball game is a simple yet engaging activity to help pass the time, whether he’s playing solo or challenging his friends.

Table-top basketball game, £6.95

2. Metal storage tins

Everyone could use a compact storage solution, even if they wouldn’t think to buy one for themselves. These mini tins are perfect for holding his stationery and other bits and bobs.

'Cornish sea salt and seaweed pepper' mini storage tin set, £4.95

3. His own cue-sport showdown

This mini snooker set is a unique screen-free activity he’ll love getting stuck into, whether he’s playing alone or with his mates.

Table-top mini snooker game ,£12.95

4. A game to tickle his immature funny bone

This poo curling game is sure to stand out from the crowd and get plenty of laughs from his mates.

Poo curling game, £9.95

5. A tin for his secret stash

From cash to memorabilia, this tin is perfect for storing whatever odds and ends he wants to keep under wraps. You could even pop in a few sweets or some money for an extra surprise.

'Albacore Tuna' mini storage tin, £3.95

6. A cheeky companion for his snacks

If he loves his picky bits, these adorable bag clips will help keep his treats fresh between snack attacks.

'Lemon and lime' bag clips (set of 6), £3.95

7. Elevate ramen nights

These Wagara-patterned chopsticks are just the thing for a teen who takes his ramen and takeaway nights seriously.

Wagara-patterned wooden chopsticks, £6.95

8. For unwelcome weather surprises 

Compact enough to stash in his bag, this emergency poncho will be his saving grace when the British weather inevitably turns on him. Not the coolest gift, perhaps, but certainly a lifesaver when the rain sets in.

Emergency rain box, £2.95

9. Screen-free brain teaser

This wire puzzle puts his problem-solving skills to the test, offering a welcome challenge away from his phone.

'Wild Bear' wire puzzle £3.95

10. A multipurpose keyring

This handy keyring lets him keep emergency cash discreetly tucked away and close at hand.

Money minder keyring, £2.95

11. A classic joke

Immature? Absolutely. Hilarious? Also yes. For the teen who never outgrew toilet humour, this fart button will have him and his mates in stitches.

Fart button, £5.95

12. Not another boring bookmark

Whether he loves reading or could do with a little nudge to pick up a book more often, these adorable magnetic bookmarks make a thoughtful gift, especially for a dog lover.

'Dog' magnetic bookmarks (set of 4), £2.95

13. Clean desk without the chore

This mini vacuum tackles crumbs, dust and eraser shavings without fuss, making tidying his desk a quick and satisfying job rather than another chore.

USB powered desk vacuum, £8.95

14. A case for his spectacles

If he wears glasses, this sturdy case and matching cleaning cloth are a safe bet for his stocking.

'World Map' glasses case with cleaning cloth, £5.59

15. DIY car racing

Cars are fun as is, but this DIY spring-powered racing car kit adds the satisfaction of building his own.

Make your own spring motor-powered racing car, £9.95

16. A travel cup

This rubber-coated travel cup makes taking drinks on the go easy, whether he’s rushing out to school or heading off for a day with friends.

Black rubber-coated travel cup, £9.95

17. Pen(s)

Teenagers and stationery have a notoriously short-lived relationship, so a couple of these smart aluminium pens are unlikely to go unappreciated for long.

Blue recycled ballpoint pen, £1.95

18. A gift for his dog

For the teen who’s always the one holding the lead, this treat pouch makes dog walks much easier, with his four-legged companion’s favourite rewards always within reach.

Dog treat pouch, £4.95
 

19. The ultimate lazy essential

This extendable back scratcher reaches those impossible-to-reach spots, making it a wonderfully practical gift with a hint of humour.

Telescopic back scratcher, £4.95 

20. A little toolkit for two wheels

For the teen who loves getting out on his bike, this compact multi-tool keeps essential fixes within reach when a ride doesn't go quite to plan.

Bicycle multi-tool, £9.95

Gift shopping for teen boys and men doesn’t have to mean defaulting to socks, chocolate or whatever happens to be on the shelf by the tills. Think about their daily routines, the little things they’d appreciate but might not buy for themselves, and anything that’s likely to raise a smile. That way, you’ll soon have plenty of stocking filler ideas, even for those who are notoriously hard to buy for.

Our guide to building the perfect stocking is full of useful tips and gift ideas to help you get started. And when you’re ready to shop, discover our full range of stocking fillers for him, her, teens and kids.