Shop our 2023 gifts for tween boys!
We know…tweens are hard to shop for.
Hey may think he has all the rizz, but he doesn’t have these gifts. Shop our top tween boy gifts to make holiday shopping simple this year.
It may seem a little early to start thinking about Christmas gift-giving, but as part of our Christmas Shopping Challenge, each week we’ll be sharing the best gift ideas for everyone, including spouses, kids, coworkers, book lovers, and more. Our goal is to help you cross off your shopping lists by November, letting you better fit gift-giving into your budget and have less stress and more family time when the holidays arrive.
Here are our top Gifts for Tween Boys Gift Guide:
1. A Spotify membership is a must-have for any tween.
Speaking of music, every tween or teen swears that Spotify is a daily must-have. So, if the tween girl you’re shopping for, doesn’t have access to a Spotify membership yet this is the perfect gift idea! You can gift a one month, 3 months, 6 months, or 12 month subscription to Spotify so they can stream their favorite music whenever they want.
Lucky for you you can score discounted Spotify gift cards at Sam’s Club. Just note that their gift cards cannot be redeemed for Spotify Family or Student plans so if that’s what you’re needing head over to Amazon to shop more Spotify gift card options.
2. This subscription box is filled with snacks from Tokyo that we know he’ll love snacking on.
Tokyo Treat Monthly Surprise Box $37.50
Use your unique $5 OFF code for email/text sign-up
Shipping adds $12.50
Final cost only $45 shipped for your first box!
*Note you can save more by choosing a 3, 6, or 12-month subscription instead of the monthly option. Also note that this is a monthly subscription, but you can cancel after your first month if you aren’t satisfied.
Your tween will love trying some new and totally unique foods and drinks from Japan that he can’t get anywhere else! When you buy him a subscription, he’ll receive a Tokyo Treat box with 15-20 full-size food and drink items from Japan. Each box is just $37.50 plus shipping which breaks down to just $1.88-$2.50 per treat! The boxes include a surprise assortment of items including rare flavors of Coca-Cola & Fanta sodas, Ramen, soba, udon, Kit Kats, sour and sweet candies, cakes, cookies, chips, and more! It’s a unique and really fun gift idea he’ll likely tell all his buddies about.
Head over to our full product review of the Tokyo Treat Surprise Box to read more about why your brother needs these in his life!
3. Card protectors are great stocking stuffers for boys who love to collect.
From baseball cards, football cards, or Pokémon cards, and everything in between, these clear card protectors are perfect! Each protector is top loading, so it’s simple to remove and load up any card. This is one tween boy gift idea we know he’ll love and it’s super affordable and great for stockings too.
If you really want to wow your card-loving tween, gift these card protectors with a subscription to Beckett. They’re the most reputable pricing guide to know how much every card they have it worth for every sport and even non-sports cards.
4. Tween boys will love having a mini fridge in their room for all their snacks.
Any tween will want to stock up this mini fridge with all of his favorite snacks and drinks. The red color is currently the least expensive option, but you can also scoop it up in green, pink, or white depending on his preference.
5. These protein drinks taste like a vanilla milkshake and trump all of the other ones on the market.
Our Hip team knows firsthand how awesome these vanilla protein shakes are! In fact, teens have said these trump all the other proteins shakes on the market. So while they’re a splurge, they’re reportedly worth every penny. If you have an older tween boy who is starting to work out or needs a little extra protein, these are going to be well received.
6. Nike Tech is the #1 asked for clothing item from tween boys.
Nike Sportswear Tech Fleece $105
Use code FLASH for 25% OFF at checkout
Shipping is FREE for Nike members (FREE to join)
Final cost $78.75 shipped
Tween boys don’t just one new clothes they want Nike Tech. This year, my two twin boys specifically asked for Nike tech hoodies or sweatpants with tapered ankles. If you want to buy your tween boy the latest trends, this is what you should be looking for. Plus, you can also search the Nike sale items to grab select colors at a discount.
7. This basketball hoop provides fun indoors.
This indoor basketball hoop provides endless fun, no matter if it’s snowing outside, raining, or they need a good break from video games. It’s a toy they’ll still enjoy playing with even into their teen years. My twin boys happen to have this exact basketball hoop and love it whether they’re playing with it themselves or with friends. Just be warned…it may cause excessive jumping around. 😆
8. Spike ball is a fun gift the whole family will enjoy.
This game is identical to the popular spike ball game, but is about half the cost so it’s a great option if you’re in the market for this fun game. Tween are the perfect age to learn this game and it’s easily portable with an included carrying case so you can take it far beyond your backyard.
9. Elevate their space with these fun stickable strip lights.
These lights are simple to install and will make any ordinary space feel so fun! Plus, they come with a remote for endless color combinations. I used about two rolls of these in my boys room and they love keeping them on when friends are over or they’re playing video games.
10. Gift him a matte pomade that will last all day.
Some hair products may be essential, but they make great stocking stuffers. If you’re tween boy is starting to get into doing their hair, we recommend a matte pomade that will give them an effortless look. This Duke Cannon pomade in particular smells good, has a strong hold, and is one of the highest rated online.
11. Calvin Klein are the most requested brand of briefs by tween boys and an essential they actually like getting.
Moms cant resist a practical buy so if you know you’ll be gifting some undies, Calvin Klein is the only brand you should be considering if you really want to impress your tween boy. Keep an eye out during Black Friday because I paid just $5.48 for a two pack! I’ve cheaped out on undies for my boys in the past and I’ve learned you really get what you pay for! My guys love these because they don’t stretch and stay put.
12. He’ll need a pair of his own ear buds to jam out without disturbing the rest of the house.
These Bluetooth earbuds have all the features you could want and they’re extremely affordable! They offer awesome sound quality, and noise-cancelling features, are waterproof, and have a long battery life with fast charging capabilities. That’s a lot of value for the price!
Psst…Walmart shared a pair of Airpods they’ll have on sale for just $69 during their early Black Friday sale!
13. An extra-long charger is another genius stocking stuff for tween boys who have devices.
These fast-charging lightning cables can charge devices up to 3X faster than a normal charger and support high-speed data transfers. Plus, they are made of high-quality durable nylon that is built to withstand everyday use from tween boys. They are also wear-resistant, flexible, tangle-free, and are covered by a 6-month warranty! This set in particular includes one 3′ cable, one 6′ cable, and one 10′ cable so he’ll be covered from the couch to the car.
14. Every tween boy wants a pair of Crocs even if they already have one.
Crocs – As low as $33.83
It may seem unbelievable, but Crocs are back in style, and if you’ve paid attention to what tween boys are wearing on their feet, it’s these. 🙌🏼 There’s really no substitute when it comes to Crocs and you can get select colors for just under $32!
Don’t forget to gift some Crocs charms with their new pair of Crocs. There are numerous charms available to show off their unique personality and the best part about them is that they can be interchanged endlessly. You can get anything from NFL sports packs to the ultimate gamer ones, Prime drinks, and more!
Bookmark our Crocs deals page to get the hottest sales all year round!
15. Tweens crave experiences more than they might realize and it’s a potentially free gift too.
An experience gift – Potentially FREE!
Kids crave quality time more than they realize and the years are fleeting, so be sure to carve out some quality time for your tween boy this holiday season. Some of the very best gifts are experiences money can’t buy and just hanging out with your tween can be meaningful, free, and fun! We’re huge fans of experiences over gifts and when it comes to tweens we strongly encourage one on one time especially if they often share time with siblings.
You could also buy him experience and a ski or paintball trip, dinner at his favorite restaurant, a visit to Top Golf, an NFL football game, and much more! Search your local area on Groupon for fun things to save on!
Shop all of our holiday gift guides to check off your whole list now!
