The 40 Best Gifts Your Brother Will Actually Use

Get him the softest, coziest hoodie that doesn’t feel like a sauna.

He’s always joked about quitting his job to become a pizza chef. This is the first step.

For the brother who’s always got some athletic ailment going on, an at-home stim machine is the best.

Hedley and Bennett started in 2012 with the mission to inspire creativity and confidence in home cooks. The Denver Essential Apron is the brand’s best seller, and it comes with a lifetime guarantee, so you know it’s a gift that will last. Plus, it’s machine washable.

A timeless timepiece makes the perfect gift. A Timex Waterbury GMT is about as classic as it gets.

Every guy I know who has these loves them. They’re classic and comfy, and they come in 11 colorways. And they go with just about any outfit.

Most guys need some new basic T-shirts every once in a while, and these ones from True Classic are breathable and ultrasoft—and the three-pack is a great deal.

If he can’t live without his coffee, get him this coffee travel mug from Soma that works as a brewer for cold brew, pour-over, and tea.

If you have any sort of gift giver’s block and don’t know what to get, new slippers are the solution. Any guy, anywhere, is going to love these ultra-comfy slip-ons.

This subtle leather cologne spray has notes of white moss and warm amber, making it the perfect blend of scents to wear all year round. Might become his new signature scent.

Make his next flight or long train ride more comfortable with one of these plush travel neck pillows from Cabeau.

He’ll sleep better in these super-comfy pajamas from Cozy Earth. Get a matching set for yourself while you’re at it.

If you’re always looking back on memories of your brother breaking stuff in the house and worrying he hasn’t changed … an Otterbox phone case should put your worries to rest. His phone will be extra safe in one of these.

Want to get him something he’ll use all the time and also be obsessed with? This 30-liter weatherproof backpack from Portland Gear should do the trick. It comes in 16 colorways, so grab him a color you know he’ll love.

If he needs something a little bigger for traveling, this duffel bag from Steele Canvas is the perfect thing. One Esquire editor loves his Steele duffel so much that he wrote a whole article dedicated to it.

If he loves his spirits, get him one of these new spirits chillers from VoChill. It tempers alcohol’s heat while preserving the aromas and taste of the liquor so he can enjoy every sip. Plus, he’ll get a universal spirits glass that fits perfectly inside the chiller.

Upgrade his morning and nighttime routines with a powerful, sleek, and sustainable toothbrush from Suri. His dentist will thank you.

Perfect for the brother who likes to look good but feel comfy.

If he spent his childhood hooked to a gaming console, Nintendo’s retro NES Classic will have him itching to jump back into Donkey Kong. Snag a collectible for him.

Whether he’s just learning how to cook or has a whole repertoire of recipes in his back pocket, he’ll use this pan for just about everything. There’s a reason we’ve backed this nonstick pan for years.