Fanatics apparel, home decor, and accessories

Best for: The sports fan who already has it all

Even if your in-laws already have every signed poster, jersey, and ticket for their favorite team, you can still find something new and unique for them from Fanatics. Trendy apparel, tailgate tools, collectible figurines, and so much more are available — and if you’re still unsure, you can always just get them a gift card.

Bombas Women’s Sunday Mule Slippers

Bombas Men’s Gripper Slippers

Best for: The homebody in-laws

Bombas makes some of the best women’s slippers and best men’s slippers that we’ve tried. An added benefit is that your gift goes a little bit further. For every item purchased, Bombas donates a clothing item to people in need.

Read our Bombas slipper review.

Asakuki 500ml Essential Oil Diffuser

Best for: Fragrance and aromatherapy lovers

Useful as both a flameless fragrance dispenser and an aromatherapy diffuser, the Asakuki 500ml is sure to please with its versatile design, generous capacity, and remote control. Its light is also adjustable, so your giftee can adjust it to best fit the mood. Read more in our guide to the best essential oil diffuser.

Dyson HushJet Mini Cool Fan

Best for: Event-goers and travelers

Forget the cheap hand fans you can get at the grocery store — the Dyson HushJet Mini packs serious power that’ll have your in-laws thanking you on hot days. It’s compact enough for carrying in a purse and can even be used hands-free. Learn more in our Dyson vs. Shark mini fan review.

The Skylight Calendar

Best for: Grandparents who show up to every recital and game

If your in-laws have a lot of events to juggle, consider getting them a Skylight Calendar to organize it all into one easy-to-use screen. It can sync with other calendar apps, import events from emails, and more. Read why it’s worth it in our Sky Calendar 2 review.

Trtl Travel Neck Pillow

Best for: World travelers

Hours on the road and cramped plane flights are an unfortunate necessity for a lot of travel plans, so consider getting your in-law a game-changing Trtl Pillow before they embark on future trips. The wrap uses rigid plastic to keep your head upright while sleeping in a chair, eliminating the stiff necks that can result from awkward angles. Check it out in our guide to the best travel pillows.

Apple AirTag

Best for: iPhone owners who lose things easily

Whether your in-law has always had a bad memory or is especially prone to misplacing things as they get older, an AirTag is an easy fix you can gift them. It seamlessly integrates with iOS Find My, and its compact size makes it easy to attach to keychains, luggage, and even dog collars.

Coop Sleep Goods Original Pillow

Have you ever considered that maybe your in-law is so grumpy because of poor sleep? Okay, while there may be more to it than that, gifting them a shredded memory foam pillow our entire team loves couldn’t hurt. Learn more about it in our guide to the best pillows.

John Boos Maple Wood Cutting Board

Don’t be deceived by its simple appearance; this spartan cutting board is a must-have recommended by Top Chef hosts. The lack of grooves lends to better cuts, and the thickness and size are perfect for kitchen prep. Learn more in our guide to kitchen tools recommended by Top Chef judges.

Aura Carver Smart Digital Picture Frame

Best for: The in-laws always asking to see photos

In-laws can be sentimental people, so there’s no better personal gift than a digital photo frame. They can view loads of family memories from a single device. As long as the frame is hooked up to WiFi, your in-laws can enjoy the photos you’ve carefully curated for sharing. Adding photos is really simple, and you can even have it set up with photos before they even get it set up.

Unlock the Wine Escape Room Game

Best for: The in-laws who “don’t want anything”

If you’re just getting to know your in-laws or they insist on no gifts, a bottle of wine is an easy gift, so you don’t show up empty-handed. This escape room game makes a simple gift a little more fun: lock the wine bottle in the cage and watch them work their way through puzzles to unlock it. There’s also a whiskey version.

Storyworth Memoir Gift Subscription

Best for: The storytellers

If they’ve always talked about writing their own book, Storyworth can help them with the process. It’s a unique gift that emails them a question a day for a year. At the end of a year, their answers are compiled into a keepsake book that can be passed down for generations.

Mark & Graham Monopoly Game Set

Best for: The competitive in-laws

Every family has one game that is the subject of much lore. Honor the competitiveness you’ve partnered with by an upgraded set customized with their last name. If Monopoly isn’t their thing, there’s also Scrabble, Backgammon, Snakes & Ladders, Connect 4, Mahjong, and more.

Letterfest Watercolor House Sketch

Best for: The sentimental in-laws

Commemorate their childhood home or current abode with a hand drawn watercolor picture. The personalized sketch is drawn by an artist based on a photo of the family home. It’s a perfect way to reminiscence on years past or look forward to times to come.

See more of the best sentimental gift ideas.

Schott Zwiesel Pure Tritan Crystal Stemware

Best for: The gracious hosts

This Zweisel crystal stemware set are the best wine glasses we’ve tested, with a versatile shape for flavorful reds and whites alike. They’re also dishwasher safe, so your in-laws won’t have to worry about handwashing.

Quince Mongolian Cashmere Throw

Best for: The in-laws who appreciate luxury

If you’re hoping to impress your in-laws with discerning taste, this 100% Grade A cashmere throw will elevate any space — and it’s a fraction of the price of traditional retailers. It’s delectably soft and cozy without being stifling, a true winner. This luxurious layer is available in two sizes and eight colors to match their aesthetics. You may even find yourself trying to steal it back during family gatherings.

See more of our favorite Quince home finds that also make great gifts, or more of our favorite throw blankets.

Ohuhu Garden Kneeler and Seat

Best for: The in-laws with green thumbs

If your in-laws love nothing more than spending a day in the garden, this two-in-one seat and kneeler makes the perfect gift. The seat holds up to 330 pounds and can be adjusted to ground level for tasks that require kneeling. There’s also pockets to hold all their tools.

Deluxe Golf Ball Set

Best for: The golfers

If your in-laws love to golf, a set of personalized balls makes a thoughtful and useful gift. Mark & Graham’s set comes in three colors (white, bright green, and pink) and can be customized with a name or monogram. Sure, they might lose a few to the rough, but you can always top them off with refills later.

Shutterfly Personalized Playing Cards

Best for: The star bridge players

If your visits are filled with games of gin rummy or sevens, gift them a set of personalized playing cards, featuring family pictures or photos of the grandkids.

Solo Stove Bonfire 2.0

Best for: The outdoorsy

The Solo Stove is our favorite fire pit, and it’s the perfect companion for camping, trips to the beach, or s’mores with the grandkids. With a smokeless design, it has all the warm benefits of a bonfire without dodging the annoying smoke.

Wood and Marble Wine Chiller

Best for: For celebratory events or a date night in

This wine chiller has a low-key design that will match any home decor. You can also get it personalized with their initials. Pair it with a bottle of wine or bubbly if it’s a special occasion like an anniversary.

Levain Signature Cookie Assortment

Best for: The in-laws with a serious sweet tooth 

Nothing says “thank you” like a box filled with some of the sweetest cookies around, and this tin doesn’t even require a trek to NYC. Every bite of a Levain cookie is chunky, chewy, gooey, and simply transcendent.

Amazon Echo Show 8

Best for: Staying connected to grandkids

The Amazon Echo Show is an easy way to keep grandparents connected. They can use voice commands to talk face-to-face with family, check the weather, order household essentials, or display family photos. For older adults, we like the Show 8 for its moderate screen (you can also watch movies), but we also recommend the smaller Show 5 for a cheaper option.

Menus: A Book for Your Meals and Memories

Best for: The hosts

Inspired by famed chef Jacques Pepin’s tradition of recording every dinner party menu in a beautiful illustration, this illustrated journal offers your in-laws the chance to do the same. Each page features an illustrated border by Pepin, with space for them to record the names of dinner guests and what was served.

Dad Joke Every Day Interactive QR Mug

Best for: The father-in-law who is always ready with a joke

Why don’t mugs ever get lonely? Because they’re always getting filled up! If that’s the kind of humor your father-in-law is known for, he’ll enjoy this coffee mug, which has a QR code he can scan each day for a different dad joke all year. It’s the gift that keeps giving! Build out a whole collection with mugs devoted to trivia, literature, history, and more.

Sony PS-LX3BT Wireless Bluetooth Turntable

Best for: The record collectors

If they have an extensive record collection, bring their audio setup in to 2026 with a Bluetooth record player. The Sony PS-LX3BT Wireless Bluetooth Turntable doesn’t compromise on sound quality while integrating automatic controls and Bluetooth support for easy connection to wireless speakers.

Layers of Love Family Handprint Kit

Best for: Grandparents

If your in-laws are obsessed with their grandkids, this custom art piece will make a thoughtful and inexpensive gift. Each family member adds their handprint to a plexiglass panel, and then up to five panels can be displayed together. It’s a great way to get the kids involved with the gift.

Masterclass Subscription

Best for: The lifelong learners

A tangible gift is great, but so is the gift of knowledge. Masterclass lets them learn nearly any subject from 200+ experts in the field — writing from James Patterson, cooking from Gordon Ramsey, even leadership from Bill Clinton (or George W. Bush, depending on their preferences). Electronic delivery makes this an especially great last-minute gift.

Read our Masterclass review.

La Maison du Chocolat Croffret Maison Dark and Milk Chocolate

Best for: An easy gift everyone will love

A bona fide chocolatier wrote our guide to the best chocolate and chose La Maison du Chocolat as the best for gifting. The brand offers an elevated take on the classic box of sweets, with plenty of options to satisfy both adventurous foodies and devotees of the classics. These luxe chocolates are priced accordingly; if you’re looking for something a bit more affordable, there’s nothing wrong with a classic box of See’s Candies.

Shoott Photo Session

Best for: The in-laws who are always asking for more photos

Shoott is a service that lets you book mini sessions with local photographers on demand. It takes the legwork out of finding and booking a session. The 30-minute sitting fee is actually free, you just pay for the photos you buy. This gift is actually several in one: they’ll get a nice day out with the family and several keepsake photos to treasure. Pairs perfectly with a digital photo frame or photo book, too.

Audible Gift Membership

Best for: The podcast addicts

The Amazon Audible subscription is great for entertaining the in-law who loves absorbing new information wherever they go. They can listen to anything they want from thousands of audiobooks, podcasts, documentaries, sleep programs, and more.

Click & Grow Smart Garden

Best for: The home cooks who love fresh ingredients

Anyone who spends time in the kitchen or garden knows how much fresh herbs can upgrade a dish. While not all climates or spaces can sustain a full herb garden, this indoor gardening system can, so your in-laws can top every last dish with their favorite fresh herbs.

Airbnb Experiences

Best for: The in-laws who love to try new things

You don’t have to go far to have an extraordinary adventure. Experiential gifts allow them to try something new and create plenty of memories along the way. Airbnb Experiences is one of our favorite platforms for booking experiences with ease when we travel or stay local. With a wide range of options, including sporting lessons, cooking classes, and cultural tours, you can be sure you’ll find a unique and memorable experience.