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100+ Awesome Valentine’s Day Gifts for Men Under $20

By Roopa Ki Yatra

Please note that as an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

So, I’m calling this the sanitized and PG version of Valentine’s Day gifts for men under $20. And YES. There will be a potty-mouth, unsanitary and completely ADULT and non-PG version of such a list coming up soon. So, if you’re into that (wink, wink) – check that list out as well.

But in the meantime…these are your Valentine’s Day list of gifts under $20 for your dudes, your guys, your dads, your hubbies, your friends, your brothers, your brothers-in-laws, your friends-in-laws…you get the drift.

ENJOY!

Magnetic Tool Wrist Bands

The you-can-never-go-wrong gift for your man. This one is handy. This one also makes a dude ‘feel handy’ like he is the ultimate dudester who can fix any and everything around the house. If your man is neither of these two…then guess what? It’s just a really cool wrist accessory because it looks cute AF.

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Moisture Controled Socks

Okay. You’re thinking, HOW BORING! But trust me – these are functional, useful, practical and did I say useful? Sometimes, these so-called boring virtues go a looooong way. GET IT.

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Universal Socket Grip and Power Tool Adapter

Again – this is something your guy will LOVE. Just to potter around the house and do some fun fixing of stuff. And come on…you know you’ll did it when he struts around with all the tool stuff! Wink, wink!

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Magnetic LED Pickup Tools

He’s going to love wandering around your backyard or on the sands of a beach puttering around trying to see if he can find something cool! GET IT!

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Multifunctional Tech Tool Pen

It’s a screw driver. No, it’s a stylus. NO. It’s a phone stand. NO, NO, NO. It’s a bottle opener.

Fear not guys. IT’s ALL OF THE ABOVE.

Ladies, how on earth can you go wrong with this one?

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LED Flashlight Gloves

Because regular gloves are so NOT your man’s style. These are awesome. They look cool. They are functional. They’re so YOUR GUY! GET IT.

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Wall Mounted Bottle Openers

Let’s face it. This one’s not just for him. It’s for you as well. It’s for the WHOLE family. AND it looks cute AF on the wall. Almost, a little piece of wall art. GET IT.

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Bluetooth Beanie Hats

These are the rage now. If your guy still has just a regular beanie…well…I guess it’s OK! BUT…what if he had a Beanie that was state-of-the-art, cool AF and stylish to boot AND keeps him warm? You KNOW you should get it, right?

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Toilet Bowl Nightlights With Motion Sensors

Someone once told me that for men – going to the bathroom is like going on vacation. I have to agree with them. So, when your man is on vacation – why not let him have some more fun than usual?

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Golf Ball Storage Sack

Yeah, OK. This sounds waaaayyyyy more risque than I thought it would. Like…ball…sack? No, but really. This is actually a cute PG gift for the dude in your life, especially if he liked golf. Just because you have a cheeky mind – don’t blame y’all! But, GET IT.

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Assorted Colors Briefs and Boxers

One of my friends’ brothers never actually washed his boxers. He used and reused them till it got to a point where even he couldn’t tolerate the stench and threw them away. That was his MO. Use and use and then toss.

OK. That’s NOT what I’m recommending your man do or suggesting he does. BUT – it’s never a waste to get you guy some extra briefs or boxers! They can always use them. GET IT..

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Motorcycle Beer Openers

TWO WORDS.

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Quarantine Whiskey-Beer Message Glasses

These are so timely and so silly and fun. And at a time like this – fun is all we have left to make sense of the global pandemic tragedy that’s brought our lives to a halt. AND best of all? They’re also extremely useful.

GET IT.

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Eau De Toilette Spray

So with this – he’s going to smeel fresh AF. And you’re going to LOVE HIM smelling fresh AF.

GET IT.

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Prank Toilet Paper

Enough Said. GET IT.

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Dave Ramsey Money Makeover Guide Book

This is serious, guys. This is not just for him. It’s for all of you. It’s for all of us. We ALL need to know and understand money matters and issues concerning saving money. I may not always agree with everything Dave Ramsey says – but his guide book is an awesome first step towards realizing your own financial stability.

GET IT.

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Safe Brass Grill Cleaner

These are safer than a wire brush. And you know this is something he would to play around with when cleaning the grill. GET IT.

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Personalized Manicure Set for Him

You know – he may make some quips about how this is a female thing? But, secretly, he will love it. It’s just so useful, especially when you’re traveling and there’s that wretched nail hanging and getting caught in your blanket. He knows he’s wanted one of these for those moments and to generally keep his nails clean. But – he probably won’t get it. So you should.

GET IT.

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Men’s Convenience Kit

This has some of the most convenient items for your man – all in one single bag. It has all he needs – toothpaste, shaving kit, deodorant, comb, Advil and so much more!

GET IT.

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Kitschy Pizza Cutter Wheel

Just look at it and tell me you don’t LOVE it for him. GET IT.

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Nylon Wallets

These are always useful for him.

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Beard Kits

This is the cutest gift ever. Show him how much you care – for him and his beard! GET IT.

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Colombia Classic Men’s Belt

A very classic gift – the Colombia Logo Men’s belt. GET IT.

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Old Spice Shampoo + Conditioner Combo

The evergreen tried and tested and most beloved men’s brand of all – GET IT.

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Dear Foam Men’s Slippers

Awww…these are the cutest! And so snuggly and warm and cute. JUST. GET. IT.

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NFL Soft Sided Insulate Lunchbox + Cooler Combo

This is the triple whammy, yo. NFL = Check. Lunch = Check. Beer, COLD BEER = Double check. All this in one single gift? JUST GET IT.

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Barbecue Brush Set

You know he’ll like this one! And honestly, I’m LOVING the look of this one. It just looks too cool!

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Trail Camera SD Card Reader

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Star wars Lamp

He’s either into Star Wars or Star Trek. Or Marvel Comics. Or DC Comics. Whatever he’s into – he’ll dig this. I guarantee it. This one’s for all sci-fi AND non-Sci-fi geeks. GET IT.

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Multi-Tool Camping Survival Gear

Completely and utterly useful and practical for those days you go out camping. OR – you can use it inside your home also. Win, win. GET IT.

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Optical Night Lamp With 3-D effect

Seriously, what can I say about these breathtaking variety of lamps that these images won’t? GET IT.

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Running Pouch Belt

Practical and useful. GET IT. The Black’s for him. The Red is for you!

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Portable Multitool Kit

Oh, the convenience of a kit like this for your man! I AM DROOLING over this!

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Sailboat Figurine

For the artists and spiritually inclined…

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Theraflu Foot Massager

Functional and useful.

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Fishermen Lures

For all the fishing lovers out there! GET IT.

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Gilette Razor and Blades

When in doubt for a dude – get Gillette. GET IT.

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Luxurious Six Piece Bar Soaps

GET IT.

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Exfoliating Charcoal Face Scrub

Bring the spa home to him.

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Thermal Socks

For the hiker and winter sports aficionado.

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Novelty Video-Recorded Greeting Card

What a lovely idea! Such a wonderful personal touch to how you feel for your man.

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3-D Memory Foam Eye Mask

I’ve used this baby before and it’s the ULTIMATE in eye masks. It contours to your eyes and really shuts out all ambient lights. I thoroughly recommend.

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Cuba Spray

These look like Cuban Cigars but they’re actually deodorant sprays. Well…win, win, NO? He can pretend they’re cigars and air-smoke them while you can rest peacefully knowing that they’re just body sprays!

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NFL Wrap Sunglasses

For your stylish man…these stylish NFL sunglasses are the BOMB!

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Regular Sports Sunglasses

Oh, MY! This is just spectacular!

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Harley Davidson Latte Mug

So…your man either has a Harley Davidson or wistfully is saving up for one. Either way – this one will perk him (get that? Get that little pun there?) with this Latte Mug!

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Hammer

Yes. I said it. Just. A. Hammer. Sometimes, that’s all a dude wants!

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Day Planner + Wall Hanging

This one just looks cool to me. I’m really not sure what it actually does apart from looking cool and would fit well in your man’s man cave or office. And, frankly, isn’t that enough?

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Funny Aprons for Him

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Wrangler Plaid Fleece Shirts

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Yeti Whiskey Vacuum Sealed Tumblers

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PHEW! Already this is one of the MOST comprehensive Gift Guides I have EVER curated. But, keep coming back here, y’all. I’ll keep updating as more deals come online!

Happy Shopping!

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Hi! I’m Roopa. I handle life’s messiness with a smile on my face. I’m also a solo woman travel writer. A lifestyle blogger. I curate budget-friendly gift guides and printables. I’m a funny person who is also a storyteller and entertainer. Finally, I’m a vegetarian foodaholic (and no…that’s NOT an oxymoron)! Welcome to The Messy Optimist. Learn more about me here…

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