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Teenage boys aren’t known for being the most communicative souls, and unfortunately for parents, that usually extends to their holiday wish lists: they’re either nonexistent — leaving you to guess — or outlandishly expensive. And if you’re anything like me, guessing only leads to buying something they were previously into, but apparently have lost interest in recently. Sigh. I’m always the last to know!
So for this guide to the best gifts for teen boys, we asked (OK, begged) some of the actual teenage boys on SheKnows’ Gen Z Council to do us a solid and end the guessing game. And they came through, revealing their most-wanted items this holiday season. Even better, all the perfect gifts for teen boys are available at Walmart — which means they’ll get the stuff they truly want, and you’ll get the lowest prices in the process. We call that a definite win!
Beats Studio3 Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones
This pick (chosen by Ajani, 17) can help teens enjoy their favorite music, minimize distractions while doing homework, or — perhaps their ultimate goal — tune out their parents. Their soft cushions and lightweight ergonomic design make for a comfortable fit, and the exceptional sound quality with real-time audio calibration means a truly immersive sound experience. Plus, they can last up to 40 hours on one charge!
Best Choice Products 2x4ft 10-in-1 Combo Game Table Set
You can play hockey, foosball, ping pong, shuffleboard, chess, cards, backgammon, table tennis, bowling, and billiards on this versatile table (chosen by Cameron, 16) — but at only 2×4 feet, it’s compact enough to not take up an entire room full of valuable space. Plus, it’s a great way to unglue them from a screen for a while!
Sony PS5 Wireless DualSense Controller – Chroma Teal
Of course, we all know that keeping them off those screens for too long is impossible — especially when there are cool video game controllers like this PS5 Wireless DualSense, also a top pick of 16-year-old Cameron! The Chroma Teal color caught our teenagers’ eyes (it’s currently on preorder, set to release Jan. 23 of 2025), but there are tons of other colors available right now, most for as low as $54! These controllers have a built in microphone, can be attached directly to a headphone jack, and are some of the most adaptive and responsive technology on the market.
FitRx Rocket Electric Smoothie Blender Bottle, 18oz
Wish-listed by 15-year-old Coby, this FitRx portable personal blender will be a hit, whether your teen is a gym rat who uses it for protein smoothies or just a guy who wants to have a shake all to himself. It packs a lot of power into a small space for smoother blending, and its rechargeable design and included travel lid will let him take it on the go.
Beats Pill Waterproof Built-in Microphone Wireless Bluetooth Portable Speaker
Clearly my own teenage boys aren’t alone in their love of taking a shower with music blasting — because this waterproof portable speaker from Beats was on more than one wish list this year: both Jackson, 18, and Colin, 19 chose it as one of their top picks. It’s super compact and lightweight for easy portability, but don’t let its size fool you; this little speaker has some serious oomph.
Giorgio Armani Acqua Di Gio Cologne for Men, 1.7 Oz
If there’s one thing we’ve learned from the young men on our Gen Z Council, it’s how very, very into colognes they are. So it came as zero surprise to get some fragrances on our list of teen boy picks! This one, Giorgio Armani Acqua Di Gio, chosen by 17-year-old Ajani, is a blend of succulent citrus, delicate blossoms, and refreshing aquatic notes, infused with warm, sunny spices. Another (big) wish-list item (from 18-year-old Jackson)? The $550 Marc Jacobs Men cologne (4.2 oz) — a light, mossy blend of patchouli and spices.
Meta Quest 3 512GB (with Batman: Arkham Shadow and a 3-month trial of Meta Quest+ included)
Sure, it’s a pricier pick — but we asked, after all, and this one was the top most wanted: Colin, Cameron, and 15-year-old Justin all had it on their lists! The newest iteration of the Meta Quest virtual reality headsets, the Quest 3 offers some stunning new features. It’s faster, more powerful, and more precise, and its 4K+ Infinite Display totally immerses the user in whatever world they’d like to explore. It also comes with a cool new YouTube “co-watch” feature, where you can open the app and launch a virtual watch party with up to seven friends, whether they’re in the same room or across the world.
GTRACING Gaming Chair with Footrest & Adjustable Headrest
Serious gamers (like Coby, 15) spend a lot of time sitting, so give them the best seat in the house! This GTRACING gaming chair has adjustable headrest and footrest and a lumbar pillow — plus, it reclines!
Madden NFL 25 (Xbox Series X)
Whether they play football IRL or via a screen (or both!), they’ll love the in-demand Madden NFL 25 — the latest and greatest in the game franchise. We’re linking the Madden NFL 25 for Xbox Series X here, but it’s also available for PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, and more.
EA Sports College Football 25 (Xbox Series X)
If the NFL isn’t enough, there’s college football — another pick from two of our teen boys, Jackson and Xavier. This one’s known for its authentic, fast-paced gameplay and diverse play styles. And like Madden NFL 25, it’s available for both Xbox Series S/X and PlayStation 5.
Samsung 43” Class DU7200B Crystal UHD 4K Smart TV
Of course, a video game is only as good as the screen you’re playing it on — right? Samsung does it right with this crystal-clear 4K display. Every pixel is crisp and brilliant, and Motion Xcelerator technology eliminates lag and blur. Ajani, 17, went big with a 75″ version of this TV on his wishlist, but this 43″ model is in a more widely-manageable price range — and still has the same amazing features.
PlayStation 5 Slim Console + Extra PlayStation 5 DualSense Wireless Controller
Are we sensing a theme here? Gaming consoles are another gift that’s hot with teen boys this year (and, OK, pretty much every other year). And the PS5 is a beast of a console, with lightning-fast load times and stunning graphics. Plus, with its innovative controller and immersive gameplay features, they’ll feel like they’re right in the action. This pick is from Jackson … who also said he wouldn’t mind getting an Xbox Series X!
UFC Youth & Adult Inflatable Boxing Freestanding Punching Bag with Pump, 5 ft
Maybe instead of raging while they’re gaming (because we don’t know a teenage boy who doesn’t, TBH), they can take out their frustrations on this freestanding inflatable punching bag. It comes with two padded boxing gloves, and a pump to ensure it always stays inflated. This one was on 15-year-old Justin’s wish list.
So there you have it — we hope this has taken even a little bit of the guesswork out of gifting this holiday season! Getting the perfect gift for your favorite teenage boy doesn’t have to be a mystery … unlike the location of all your missing silverware. For that, you’re on your own.
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