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Updated Oct 14, 202436 Best Man Gift Ideas From the Groom to Honor Your Friendship
Because your best man deserves the best wedding thank-you gift.
Your best man will stand by your side on one of the most important days of your life—not to mention deliver a no-doubt-hilarious reception speech. Now it's time to toast to him with a thoughtful thank-you present. When it comes to best man gifts, it's really important to consider your relationship. Is he your go-to guy when you need to talk things out with a friend? Or are you a more of a duo who jokes together? However you'd describe your unique bond, we promise there's a fitting present on our list.
Here, shop the best best man gift ideas, from personalized keepsakes to practical presents he'll use again and again. There's something for everyone, whether he's a baseball fan, outdoor enthusiast or self-professed beer aficionado. Bonus: We've sorted our list by price so you can find the best present for your guy and your budget.
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Best Man Gift Ideas Under $50
Picking out a good present for your best man doesn't have to break the bank. If you're working with a budget of $50 or less, shop these fun and creative ideas. And yes, there's still personalized options!
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Grooms seeking unique gift ideas for your best man, look no further. Gift him a bottle of his favorite spirit along with this personalized glass decanter for a stylish and thoughtful keepsake. You can also upgrade the set to include matching glasses if you've got room in your budget. Either way, score 10% off whatever's in your cart with the code THEKNOT10.
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He's always gone to bat for you—now it's time to say thanks. Give your best man a baseball customized with his name and wedding title as a sentimental gift. This affordable pick is also a cool wedding party proposal gift if you're still planning to ask him to join your crew.
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Looking for a thoughtful gift your best man can use on the regular? He'll think of your friendship every time he drinks from this personalized beer glass. It's printed with his first or last name, his wedding title and the year.
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There are so many great gift ideas out there for the golf-obsessed best man, from personalized golf balls to golf ball-shaped whiskey chillers. Our pick? Commemorate your friendship by treating him to a day on the green—and this crafty custom golf ball marker.
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A burrito holder may seem like an unusual gift to give your best man, but that's exactly why we love it. If he's frequently packing a burrito for his lunch, this TikTok-approved accessory will be his new best friend. It's designed to keep his hands clean and his burrito safe and warm, whether he's sitting at his desk or venturing in search of the perfect picnic spot.
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Sometimes the best gifts for the best man are total tearjerkers. This custom art illustrated with you and your best man (or best men!) carries a lot of sentimental value. It's a meaningful gift idea for the guy you're extra close with, whether he's your brother, college roommate or childhood best friend.
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Is your right-hand man prone to wanderlust? Then travel-themed best man gifts are the way to go. This cool scratch-off map will track all the places he's been and offer ideas for his next great adventure.
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This convenient credit card-size bottle opener easily slips into wallets and back pockets. Give your number-one guy the power to crack open a cold one any time, anywhere with this personalized best man gift from the groom.
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Celebrate his personality with some fun novelty socks. Bonus points if you buy a pair of groomsmen socks for each member of your wedding party to wear at the wedding. There's a gift set for every style, from game-themed socks to food-inspired collections.
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Add this to the list of traditional best man and groomsmen gift ideas: a cool pair of personalized shades to pose in. They're a fun favor to hand out on the morning of the wedding or as part of a larger thank-you gift box.
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If he likes to keep his caffeine tank full, treat him to this next-level tumbler that makes it easy to sip hot and cold drinks whenever, wherever. Fellow's gift set comes with three different lids he can swap to suit his needs. The Move Lid will keep his coffee hot for hours at a time, the Slide Lid makes spill-free sipping a breeze and the Cold Lid is designed to keep his favorite iced coffee chilled (and it comes with a straw). He won't know how he ever managed without it.
Best Man Gift Ideas Under $100
If there's room in your budget to comfortably stretch to between $50-$100, surprise him with something special from this editor-curated list. There's a gift for every type of best man, from unique games to cool gadgets.
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For a classy gift that's always appreciated, consider treating your best man to a stylish new watch. Customize this sandalwood timepiece with an engraving of his initials for an heirloom-worthy keepsake. (And don't forget to use our code THEKNOT10 for a sweet 10% discount.)
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Is your best man also the biggest baseball fan in your life? If the answer is yes, you don't want to scroll past this awesome best man gift idea. Handmade by Ryan and Kim McDaniel, this cool game lets players bring the thrill of the ballpark home with them. The icing on the cake? You can have it designed with his favorite MLB team's logo.
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Any style-savvy best man will appreciate the gift of a crisp, uncreased tie anytime, anywhere. That's exactly what this sleek leather tie case promises. But that's not all: There's also space to stow other essential accessories like cuff links or a tie bar. Have it foil-stamped or debossed with his initials for an extra $13.
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Like we said, any sports fanatic appreciates nice memorabilia. These fancy ballpoint pens aren't your regular writing tools. Sensa designs their sports pens for maximum comfort with a clever patented grip that shapes to the user's hand over time. Choose from two unique designs resembling a football or baseball depending on which one your right-hand man loves the most. The best part? They're refillable, so it's a keepsake he can hold onto (and actually use!) forever.
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Nothing marks a special occasion like a novelty personalized tankard. Give one to everyone in your wedding day crew, best man included, for a great photo op. These medieval yet modern beer mugs will give everyone something to laugh about, even after a long night of toasting your nuptials. You can officially check "funny best man gift" off your list.
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Shopping for the guy who adds spice to pretty much every meal? A gift set with three full-size bottles of TRUFF's signature truffle-infused hot sauce is truly something special. While the hottest of hot sauces may not bring a tear to your best man's eye, this gesture surely will. The set includes The Original, The HOTTER (hello, jalapeños) and White TRUFF Hot Sauce.
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This isn't just any old pocketknife. It has a folding cleaver blade that's oh-so-useful (and looks pretty darn good too). It's designed with safety in mind: The reverse curvature of the spine protects knuckles from the sharp edge of the blade. Plus, it helps ensure precision when cutting and chopping. The G-10 composite handle is easy to grip, and the frame lock and pocket clip make for easy and safe storage. Your best man will get plenty of use out of this sturdy knife, from his home kitchen to the great outdoors. It's easily one of the coolest best man gift ideas from a groom, like, ever.
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Your one-of-a-kind best buddy deserves a one-of-a-kind brew. And thanks to this beer making and bottling kit, he can have it. The gift set has everything your best man needs to brew his very own American pale ale, from the ingredients to the equipment. Bonus: He can reuse the beer-making tools over and over again.
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Wedding gifts for the best man don't have to be really personal or sentimental if that's not his style. For the guy who prefers to keep things practical, choose something he can use every day like a super-soft bath robe. This 100% Turkish cotton robe from bed-and-bath favorite Brooklinen will let him know it's his turn to enjoy some well-deserved R&R.
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If he's the type of guy who already has everything he needs, you might be looking for something a little more unusual. One thing your right-hand man probably doesn't have already? A durable, waxed canvas bag designed especially for gathering produce. This cleverly constructed bag is a forager's dream thanks to the removable waterproof liner and handy pockets for tools. Now that's a cool gift to give your best man.
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Your best man deserves the best (it's kind of in the name). A stylish, high-quality woven belt is a wardrobe staple that'll make him feel like a million bucks every time he buckles it. If your budget is on the bigger side, this kind of present pairs well with other accessories like cuff links or a funky new tie.
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This funny take on a romantic bouquet will have your main man cracking up. A salami arrangement is a fun (and delicious) gesture no matter the occasion, whether you need a holiday gift for your best man or a wedding thank-you present.
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He's either a Crocs guy or he's not a Crocs guy. If it's the latter, you have our full permission to keep on scrolling. But, if your best man is known for slipping his feet into a pair of these bad boys after a long day at work, you don't want to skip this one. This upgraded version of the classic shoe boasts a fuzzy lined interior that'll seriously elevate his downtime. Tempted to pick up a pair for yourself too? We don't blame you!
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If he loves feeling like a boss, this personalized stationery is a good best man gift idea for him. These sophisticated notecards are equal parts personal and professional for the business-savvy guy. There are 10 colorways to choose from, so there's bound to be one that suits his style.
Best Man Gift Ideas Over $100
How much you spend on wedding party gifts and favors is ultimately up to you and your soon-to-be spouse. That said, it's never a bad idea to drop a little extra cash on the people who really go above and beyond for you (aka best man gifts and maid of honor gifts). These splurge-worthy picks will instantly put a smile on his face.
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Thought unique best man gifts were hard to find? Think again! We still have plenty of clever ideas up our sleeve. This one's for the card shark. Any best man who excels at the poker table will be seriously impressed with this thoughtful thank-you gift. It includes two decks of cards and 100 poker chips neatly stacked inside a keepsake leather case. Complete your present with a custom monogram.
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Is your best man also the best man on the links? While he probably already has his preferred clubs, you can still add to his prized golfing equipment. A personalized leather headcover for his driver is equal parts personal and practical. He'll be the envy of all his golf buddies.
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Your best man has been an invaluable guide throughout your engagement and wedding journey. Retrun the favor by gifting him a year of expert guidance from professionals on MasterClass. He can learn cookery from Gordon Ramsay, skateboarding from Tony Hawk, writing for TV from Shonda Rhimes and so much more.
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If you're shopping for the king of kicking back with a cold one, consider this undeniably cool gadget. Your best man can enjoy deliciously drafted beer from the comfort of home. The canned beer dispenser works by creating a flavor-boosting micro-foam through ultrasonic vibrations. It'll be an awesome addition to his man cave.
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Say "thank you" to your best man in style with this custom wedding gift idea. If he's never stood in anyone's wedding party before, he may not have fancy accessories to wear on the big day. This stunning sterling silver cuff link set comes in a square or oval shape and each piece is engraved with his initials. They'll be a staple in his formalwear wardrobe for years to come. Such a valuable accessory is an especially great best man gift for a brother.
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Searching for a high-end best man gift for an outdoor enthusiast? Whether he loves fishing, camping or just a good old-fashioned tailgate, a YETI cooler will instantly upgrade any outdoor pursuits. This spacious hard cooler can hold overnight provisions for up to four campers or plenty of drinks for a day on the water. It's an excellent accompaniment to weekends away with the crew.
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Man Crates' curated gift sets are equal parts thoughtful and fun. This crate includes two personalized rocks glasses, Jack Rudy aromatic bitters, pecan wood-smoked maple syrup and a large ice cube tray. A great gift for a whiskey lover, right? Now comes the fun part: He has to break into the crate with a laser-etched crowbar to get to the good stuff.
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If your best man is infamous for misplacing those small but essential possessions (think: his keys, phone or glasses), we have the perfect personalized solution. This stylish leather desk caddy is both a practical and thoughtful gift idea. And keeping things organized is just half of what this cool piece of kit can do. It's also a wireless charger for any Qi-compatible devices.
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For the ultimate golfer in your life, let us present the ultimate golf bag. This minimalist accessory holds up to eight clubs and comes in at just 3.4 pounds, so he's not carting around more weight than he needs to. Clever pockets for storing valuables and a nice cool beverage make it one of the most practical golf bags we've ever seen.
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Subscriptions are gifts that keep on giving, and no matter what he's into, there's one out there that'll delight him. From monthly coffee and pasta deliveries to house plant and game night subscriptions, there's so much to choose from. Flaviar's subscription membership program is ideal for whiskey lovers. Depending on which tier you sign him up for, he gets two, three or four quarterly tasting box deliveries featuring one bottle of whiskey. Plus, he gets access to additional member benefits like discounts, free shipping and early access to exclusive bottlings.
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Last but not least, this versatile portable grill is sure to impress any best man who loves to cook. Bonus: It gives you an excuse to invite yourself to dinner! Now that's an idea we can definitely get behind.
