32 best high school graduation gifts for him

Away Carry On

The Away suitcase has become extremely popular for a few good reasons. It's lightweight, comes in a variety of colors, and has a lifetime warranty. Especially if he's headed more than a car's drive away after high school, he'll be extremely grateful for a nice suitcase. It'll also come in handy if he's planning on studying abroad.  

Check out why it is our favorite in the Away Carry-On luggage review.

Leatherology Bifold Wallet

He's probably outgrown the scuffed wallet he has now — and anyway, Velcro doesn't transfer as well to 19 as it did to 12. You can gift him a nice new leather wallet to enter adulthood with, and you can even monogram it for him for added personalization.

Ray Ban Round Metal Sunglasses

A great pair of sunglasses never goes out of style. Ray Ban sunnies stand the test of time. The brand has been making quality eyewear for over 80 years and this pair checks all the boxes on both functionality and style.

Bellroy Transit Workpack

Gift them a comfortable, no-nonsense backpack they can take from school to an internship. If you are interested in other products from them check out our Bellroy review.

Sonos Move 2

The Sonos Move is one of the best Bluetooth speaker you can buy, according to our experts. It has excellent sound quality, a great battery life that can last up to 24 hours on the go, and convenient smart features such as connecting to smart assistants from Amazon and Google. It'll be useful for hosting friends at their place.

Adidas Gazelle Shoes

Every guy needs a great pair of everyday sneakers he can pair with just about every outfit. The Adidas Gazelles are extremely popular, and for good reason. They're comfortable, classic, and look great with everything. They come in over 30 colorways, so you can be sure you'll find a pair he loves. 

Spikeball Set

Spikeball is a fun game that brings people together. He'll get plenty of use of this game come summertime and beyond. He can even bring it up to college with him for a fun activity to play on the quad.

Headspace Subscription

No matter where he's heading after high school, we could all use some more mindfulness in our lives. Gift him a Headspace subscription to build his meditation practice. With an easy to use app, he'll be guided through daily meditations and reap the benefits, such as reduced stress, improved focus, and better sleep.

Collegiate Pouches

A gift with school spirit is sure to get him excited about his next chapter in college. These pouches feature unique, colorful designs inspired by different universities. He can use them for storing toiletries, snacks, chargers, pencils, or whatever his heart desires.

Fanatics Gift Card

If your graduate is headed to college, give him the college gear he'll wear on game days, like a sweatshirt, tee, or baseball cap. We recommend browsing Fanatics — it's full of clothing, hats, bags, balls, games, and drinkware for NCAA schools. 

Flint & Tinder 10-Year Pullover Hoodie

A high-quality hoodie is a wardrobe staple for everyday dressing. This thick, cozy one is made entirely in the United States and guaranteed to last him a decade without any rips or tears. To back up that claim, the brand has a 10 year guarantee and will mend the item free of charge. 

Custom College Logo Yeti Rambler

Yeti makes the kind of powerfully insulated mugs built for cold mornings outdoors, and they hold up exceptionally well around campus. They also offer just over 180 colleges to choose from to help him show some collegiate spirit. 

GrubHub Gift Card

No one wants to cook a well-rounded meal every night after work or schoolwork. Give him the gift of takeout every once in a while. 

KitchenAid Showerhead Coffee Maker

If his future includes work or study (or, honestly, just everyday life), he'll probably love a brand-new coffee maker that makes an excellent cup of drip coffee in the morning. This one is the best version you can buy on a budget, but you can read more about it — and other models we like — in our buying guide to the best budget coffee makers.

Za fit Five Pockets Bedside Caddy

An ideal gift for the graduate who loves to lounge in bed. This five-pocket bedside caddy keeps his computer, water, snacks, and more within arm's reach. 

"F in Exams" by Richard Benson

Whether they're working their first job or continuing on in school, there can be a lot of pressure in life after high school. This lighthearted coffee table book makes a great gift for grads. Filled with some of the most hilarious wrong answers to tests, it's sure to make them laugh and remind them its okay to fail sometimes.

Instant Pot DUO 60 7-in-1 Multicooker

The Instant Pot is great because it makes delicious meals accessible to anyone, no matter their experience or space constraints. Plus, it comes with an app that features 100s of easy-to-follow step-by-step recipes, including roast chicken and mac-and-cheese. And, don't worry: today's pressure cookers are much safer than the old-fashioned stovetop models.

Check out our guide to the best pressure cookers.

Disney Plus Subscription

Moving on to college is all about academics and socializing, but he'll definitely have some downtime in the dorm room. With everything from classic Disney movies and shows to "Star Wars" and Marvel movies, a Disney Plus subscription is a sure way to stay entertained.

Learn more about Disney Plus in our review.

MeUndies Lounge Pant

No matter if he's living at home and commuting to college or living in a dorm room on campus, MeUndies Lounge Pants have a place in every man's wardrobe. When he's not caught up in the rigors of schoolwork, he can wear these to relax.

If you are interested in more of their products check out our MeUndies review.

Apple iPad

It's up to his personal preference if he wants to use a laptop in class or not, but it can be a huge blessing to only need to lug around an iPad. 

If you are interested in other generations check out our guide on the best Apple iPads.

MVMT Men's Watches

Traditional watches can be expensive, but startups are changing that. MVMT is probably the best-known watch industry disruptor. 

You can get this classic, work-appropriate accessory that makes outfits look a bit more competent and established for as little as $95, and he'll be happy he didn't have to shell out for this small but meaningful luxury. It'll likely come in handy for his first internship.

Allbirds Wool Runners

We've covered Allbirds many times at Insider Reviews, and for good reason: they might actually be the most comfortable shoes in the world. The originals are all made from Merino Wool, which is not only sustainable but also temperature regulating and unusually soft. He'll probably wear these until the day they finally give out on him, but until then, they're machine-washable and easy to clean.

Check out our full review on the Allbirds wool runners.

Tie Bar Dress Shirts

While graphic T-shirts and hoodies are perfectly fine for wearing every day in high school, a new graduate is going to need some fresh button-up shirts. The Tie Bar makes it very affordable to stock up on different colors and styles — and you'll find troves of other accessories for him, too. 

12-Month Aaptiv Membership

If he's headed to college, he'll likely get access to the university gym automatically as a student, but anything guided or more arduous might come with a big added expense or tricky logistics. 

Aaptiv is a popular app that lets users listen in on thousands of workout classes led by certified personal trainers so they can get the same workout as in a class without paying the exorbitant entry prices or figuring out how to get there without a car on a Sunday afternoon. Especially if he's adjusting to college after playing sports in high school, this is a nice way to have the best of both worlds and get a really great workout.

Dior Sauvage

Now that he's graduated high school, he's definitely old enough to have his own cologne. Dior Suavage is a popular scent with notes of bergamot, pepper, and amberwood. Scent is highly personal though, so if he doesn't like an earthy, woody fragrance peruse the selection to find something more his taste.

Apple AirPods (4th Gen)

Whether he commutes or is heading back to school and, therefore, the library, he's bound to use Bluetooth earbuds a fair amount (especially now that all the new iPhones more or less require them). The Apple AirPods are a popular choice he's likely to love.

Read our full AirPods 4 review.

Rapid Ramen Cooker

There will be plenty of late nights filled with cheap and tasty ramen. If they're going to eat it anyway, at least let them make it quickly and perfectly every time.

Grafomap Custom Map Print

If your high school grad is leaving home for a new place, it doesn't hurt to give him some cool, low-key decorations for his dorm that will remind him of his hometown (or another special place). It can be tough to find the right decor for a teen's room, but this is one you can feel confident about giving.

Check out our full Grafomap review.

Cards Against Humanity

An easy way to make friends in college (or anywhere) and the best way to pass a snow day, he'll get more use out of this classic and irreverent card game than you probably think.

Anker PowerCore External Battery

Perhaps the most convenient gift is as simple as a solid external battery. He's bound to use this countless times, and it might even keep him safer. This one comes with over 100,000 five-star reviews on Amazon, and it'll charge an iPhone 15 twice.

JBL Flip 6 Waterproof Portable Bluetooth Speaker

This rugged, portable Bluetooth speaker should be able to take whatever is thrown at it or, perhaps more accurately, spilled on it in the years to come. He'll be thankful for something convenient, compact, highly-rated, and durable.

Framebridge Gift

It doesn't hurt to have a photo of the family or a few of their favorite memories from high school, especially since those are the artifacts that gain importance and value the older we get. This service will take care of printing, matting, and framing for you so you can spend as little time as necessary on the task itself.