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The best Father's Day presents under $50

Rosalyn Fannin

Updated August 20, 2024 - 11.51pm

9PR: The best Father's Day presents under $50 — 9Product Reviews / Essentials For You

You want to show your dad you love him but don't have the huge budget for a Father's Day gift? All good! To help you show Dad you really love him without breaking the budget, here are some of our favourite gifts you can buy today for under $50.

NOTE: Prices are accurate at time of publishing.

Essentials For You Mini Jaffle Maker

Buy it here for $39.99

Dad can cook up four mini jaffles for himself with all the trimmings using this jaffle maker.

Coach Eau De Toilette for Men, 60mL

Was $101, now $44.99

This woody fragrance has been described as "a must-have for anyone looking for a refreshing, long-lasting, and versatile fragrance."

KLIM, by Michael Klim

Buy it now for $34.99

KLIM details the dramatic highs and lows of one of Australia's greatest swimming champions, Michael Klim. In his autobiography, Klim goes into his family's escape from Poland to live freely in Australia, his gold medal swims at the Sydney 2000 Olympics, and his health battles with the auto-immune disease CIDP. On the shelf from August 28, pre-order it today in paperback to have it arrive before Father's Day.

Coleman Quad Deluxe Mesh Event Chair

Buy it now for $29.90

This simple and compact Coleman mesh chair is perfect for his next picnic, camping adventure or beach trip.

JBL GO 3 Portable Speaker

Was $59.95, now $34

The JBL GO 3 has up to five hours of battery life per charge and an IP67 dust and water-resistance rating, making it a great portable speaker for any dad on the go.

ThermoPro Digital Meat Thermometer

Was $23.99, now $19.97

Perfect for the BBQ master, this digital meat thermometer will help Dad make sure the steaks are cooked to perfection.

Hugo Boss Men's Trunk, 3-Pack

Was $79, now $39

Treat him to a three-pack of Hugo Boss Trunks – now selling for $40 off.

Powerwave Media Storage Tower

Buy it here for $34

Perfect for the gaming or movie-loving dad, the Powerwave Media Storage Tower stores up to 36 DVD or Blu-ray covers to keep his collection more organised.

Naturehike Envelope Sleeping Bag

On Amazon for $39.99

With a water-repellant nylon exterior and a polyester lining, this Naturehike Envelope Sleeping Bag is designed to suit temps of 15° Celsius. Measuring 2.05m long, it is built with a two-way zipper and it's easy to pack, compressing down to 19cm.

Bundaberg 6 Years Old Select Vat Rum, 700mL

Get it now for $50

This Bundaberg rum has been matured for six years in American oak with a caramel taste with notes of dried fruit, toffee and butterscotch – a gift that will certainly go down well.

Seinfeld: The Miniature Coffee Table Book of Coffee Tables

Buy it here for just $15.39

If your dad is a Seinfeld fan, you can't go past this novelty merchandise: a replica of Kramer's coffee table book about coffee tables. It has 48 pages with pictures of coffee tables and includes some of his best wisecracking lines. Also included are four coasters.

Dad's Guide to Pregnancy For Dummies, by Dr. Justin Coulson

Was $24.95, now $19.21

This book by parenting expert Dr Justin Coulson will make a practical gift for the soon-to-be dad this Father's Day. It breaks down the steps of pregnancy, what to expect during labour and how to prepare for bub's arrival home.

Sock Exchange Aussie Novelty Socks, 6-Pack

Get six pairs for $20.76

You can't go wrong with novelty socks and these true blue pairs will become some of his favourites.

Philips Series 5000 Washable Hair Clipper

Was $74.95, now $49

This Philips hair clipper offers 28 length settings ranging from 0.5mm to 28mm. With 75 minutes of power per charge, it uses Advanced DualCut technology with two-sided blades for a faster cut. It also comes with a 2mm comb for trimming his beard.

JBL Tune 510 Wireless Headphones

Was $79.95, now $34

With up to 40 hours of power, your dad can listen to his favourite tunes whenever and wherever using the JBL Tune 510 Wireless Headphones. It's also easy to use with control buttons on the earcups to answer calls, pause music or access Siri or Google Voice Assistant.

EA SPORTS FC 24

On PS5 for $47.99 On Nintendo Switch for $45.95

In EA SPORTS FC 24, your dad can choose to play as one of 19,000 players in over 700 teams within 30 international football leagues. This game offers a realistic playing experience thanks to its HyperMotionV technology – a system that analyses movements and motion from real-life players to replicate a more natural portrayal in-game. There are different ways your dad can play including creating his own dream team, developing his player's career or playing with friends online.

Crocs Adult Classic Slide 2.0

Was $54.99, now $33.99

They're the go-to comfortable shoe and with summer on the horizon, these Croc Classic Slides will make for a much-appreciated present.

Essentials For You Indoor Humidity and Temperature Sensor

Get it on Kogan for $24.99

Some dads just don't use the AC because they don't think it's hot enough despite everyone else in the house melting. With this Indoor Humidity and Temperature Sensor, he'll know exactly how hot or cold it is and hopefully, this device will help convince him to turn it on.

Innova Disc Golf Set

Was $56.74, now $39.40

Fun for the family, this gaming set takes three frisbee-like discs to throw – each with different styles similar to different clubs in golf. You can all pick your favourite, throw it and see who gets the furthest.

BigMouth Inc. The Grill Sergeant BBQ Apron

Buy it today for $28

This fun BBQ apron has adjustable straps and multiple pockets to keep all the necessities on hand as well as room to carry six drink cans.

Bosch Accessories 33-Piece X-Line Drill and Screwdriver Bit Set

Get the set for $19.88

Every handyman needs a good set of tools. If your dad loves to do some DIY or needs a bit of motivation to get through the to-do list, this Bosch Drill and Screwdriver Bit Set will help him get the job done.

Amazon.com.au eGift Card

9PR: Amazon.com.au Father's Day eGift Card — 9Product Reviews

Pick your design here

Some dads are just too tricky to buy for. If you're struggling to find the perfect gift, you can't go wrong with an Amazon gift card, with prices starting at $25.

And God Created Cricket, by Simon Hughes

Paperback on sale for $20.89

And God Created Cricket is a tongue-in-cheek retelling of English cricket, how it became one of Australia's favourite sports and some of the most memorable players and characters to come out of the sport – a must-read for any fan of the game.

Soundcore by Anker A20i True Wireless Earbuds

Was $59.95, now $39.99

The Soundcore by Anker A20i True Wireless Earbuds offers a wide range of audio customisations to suit your dad's music style and tastes using the Soundcore app. He can customise the EQ settings and choose from 22 presets including acoustic, classical, electronic, bass reducer and podcasts. He can also manage his touch-button settings, white noise options and gaming mode.

Winning Moves Marvel Guess Who?

Buy it here for $29.95

Many kids see their dad as a superhero, and when playing this Marvel Guess Who? your dad can really be one – at least in board game form.

Huski Beer Cooler 2.0

Now selling for $39.99

The Huski Beer Cooler 2.0 has double-walled vacuum insulation to keep his drinks ice cold without condensation. Available in seven colours, it can fit cans and bottles or be used as a tumbler to drink directly from, and it comes with a 3-in-1 opener for can tabs, twist caps and pop caps.

Komodo Camping Cookware Set

$29.99 on Kogan

Designed for the outdoorsy dad, this Komodo Camping Cookware Set will keep him more comfortable when out in the elements on his next camping holiday. It comes with a non-stick and water-resistant cooking pan, pot with lid and kettle to cookware all your meals by the campfire.

Ben Sherman Men's Country Club Mule

Was $55, now $23.06

These simple mule slippers are set to become his favourite pair with faux fur lining and a cushioned footbed.