Gift Ideas for 13 Year Old Boys

30 Best Gifts for 13 Year Old Boys

What to Buy 13 Year Old Boys?

There are tons of great gifts for 13 year old boys. Here is a quick round up:

Toys and game - lazer tag, drones, outdoor games, hoverboard, Goodminton,
Gaming gifts - gaming chair, gaming headset, new gaming mouse, video games and comfortable gaming clothes.
Sports gifts - basketball (or another sports ball), archery kit, stunt scooter, reaction ball
Stuff for his room - strip lights, color changing light bulb, Echo dot, new speaker
Books - pranklopedia, cookbook for teenagers,

Find these and tons more gift ideas that 13 year old boys will love.
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Lightening Shock Reload Game

Teenage boys will love the peverse nature of this game.
It's simple to play.
Simply hold onto a silver handle and press the start button to start the lights and sounds. When the sound stops and the light goes from RED to GREEN, press the button - fast.
The slowest person will get a shock!
You can change the intensity of the shock.
It's great for parties and groups of friends to play.

There are lots more cool toys that are perfect for teen boys.

Lego lovers may enjoy some of the lego architecture kits which have models you can build of the White House and other monuments you can build and display. Check out the rev cars below and a list of list of toys for teen boys with these and more ideas.

Infrared Laser Tag Blasters and Vests

Turn your home or backyard into a laser tag arena with the ArmoGear laser tag blaster set, the most advanced set of laser tag blasters out there

Featuring high-tech target vests, a patented stealth mode, and immersive gameplay, this interactive family game delivers a real arcade experience in your own home.

This is the game that has no age limits – so go ahead and treat family or friends to a smashing laser tag tournament! These revolutionary laser blasters and target vests boast a flawless performance both inside and outdoors within a wide 150 ft. range. Will you battle in broad daylight or under the cover of dark

Mini Drone

This is a great beginner drone for teens

The quadcopter is equipped with one key taking off and landing, which makes the drone easier to fly and better to control for any level of players.

Once activated, the pilot is able to fly the drone to any location without the need to worry about which direction the drone is facing.

When you release the throttle stick and the mini drone will be locked at a certain height, which makes controlling the drone much easier. Super suitable for beginners, kids and hobby users.

Champion Sports Anywhere Table Tennis To Go Set

Teens have so much fun playing table tennis with this pop up set.

It's really easy to set up on a table and put away again when you've finished.

Play indoors or outdoors on almost any surface.

The lightweight mesh netting can easily be stretched and retracted for a quick set up.

Goodminton

Goodminton is a versatile racketball game which can be played by kids and adults of all ages.

Play it indoors or outdoors. Play it just standing opposite each other or over a badminton net.

Great to try and set a volley talley and beat it or play competitively.

It's really fun and has two different birdies (one fast and one slow to play with)

Gaming Gifts

Many boys this age love to play video games. If they don't already have a games console, an xbox is a good idea but you can always have a chat with him to see which he would like

If he already has a console and you're not sure what video game they would like there are lots of cool gaming accessories that make good gifts including gaming headphones or a gaming headset. If they want a video game, ask them what they want before you buy and make sure you know what games console they have so you buy the right games. Another idea is a gift card so they can buy the video game they want. Check out the gaming gift guide for these and lots more ideas.

Gaming Headphones

If he likes gaming, headphones are a must so he can become immersive in the game and talk with his friends online without disturbing everybody else!

The headphones featured are super comfortable to wear.

They feature an adjustable mic, making it easy to position the mic next to his mouth he can be heard by his friends online.

The sound is also high quality and they are at an affordable price point too.

Gaming T Shirt

This is a funny t shirt to get for any gamer of any age.

If he loves to game and nothing else, it makes the perfect gift.

It comes in different sizes and is made of 90% ringspun cotton and 10% polyester.

Hilarious t shirt for any serious gamer.

Gaming Socks

If he loves gaming, it's difficult to go wrong with these gamer socks.

He can wear them whenever he's gaming and hope not to be disturbed (although the socks don't guarantee that this won't happen!)

The socks are soft and comfortable. They are machine washable and the words are written in anti-slip non-skid rubber.

Gaming Chair

If he loves gaming, then a gaming chair will help him feel comfortable.

This chair has lots of great features. It can be reclined, has adjustable armrests and has a thick padded seat and backrests.

The strong metal frame is designed to promote a comfortable seating position.

Electronic and Tech Gifts

There are tons of tech gifts that teen boys will love.

VR Headset

A VR headset takes gaming to the next level.

There are so many fun games to play such as mini golf, ping pong, beat saber, Star Wars and Rick and Morty games plus tons more.

He can play solo or hook up virtually with other friends with a VR headset

He can also use the VR headset to explore new cities, watch a 3D movie, ride on a rollercoaster and lots more!

Portable Charger

Nowadays most 13 year olds have a smartphone and although they can often be staring at a screen, they are very useful to ensure they can always stay in close contact with home (if they've rememberd to charge them!).
A portable charger will ensure that they always have extra charge for their battery if they need it.
The charger featured is enough to provide at least a full charge of most phones.

3D Pen

If he likes art and to create he'll love a 3D pen.

It enables him to make all kinds of creations such as animals, shapes, keyrings, art to hang on the wall and lots more.

The imagination is the limit!

For the Reader - A Kindle Paperwhite

If he likes to read and doesn't have one already, a kindle makes a fab gift

My son has one and since he has had it, he is always reading something from it.

You can create a child's account which can be linked to a parent's account so you can just have his books availalbe on the kindle.

Reading ebooks means he can have access to all his reading material whether he is at home or at a friend's house or on vacation.

Books

People often think it's a bad idea to give books to teen boys (even teens themselves). However, this is because they really haven't considered the range of books that are out there. There are some great humorous, factual and visual books that make great gifts for teens.

Boys love pulling pranks and this book has it all.

Discover the homework hoax, the squirting blister and the movie popcorn that grabs you back. Freak out your friends with food pranks: a self-peeling banana and the “misfortune” cookies.

There's lots of ideas in this book and it's a cool way to get boys reading too. .

Stories of Boys Who Dare To Be Different

When homeschooling during the pandemic my 13 year old son picked up this book and loved it.

It's quite difficult to get him to read sometimes, but I think the nature of this book really appealed to him.

There are numerous stories of boys and men who have done something different and amazing in their lives, Some of them are quite famous such as Barack Obama and others you won't have heard of.

Each story is a page long and accompanied with an illustration. It's a great book to dip in and out of. And it will inspire kids and adults alike.

Seven Habits of Highly Effective Teens

The 7 Habits book is a great book to help 13 year olds have a headstart in their teenage years.. . It gives guidance to help with the tough issues and challenging decisions teens face.

In an entertaining style, Covey provides a simple approach to help teens improve self-image, build friendships, resist peer pressure, achieve their goals, and get along with their parents, as well as tackle the new challenges of our time, like cyberbullying and social media

In addition, this book is stuffed with cartoons, clever ideas, great quotes, and incredible stories about real teens from all over the world.

Harry Potter Cookbook

My 13 year old loves Harry Potter and he loves cooking!
This book is obviously perfect for a 13 year old Harry Potter fan who likes to experiment in the kitchen.

There are more than 150 easy-to-make recipes, tips, and techniques. The recipes include Treacle Tart, Harry's favorite dessert, Molly's Meat Pies, Mrs. Weasley's classic dish, Kreacher's French Onion Soup and Pumpkin Pasties, a staple on the Hogwarts Express cart.

Subscriptions

You can buy subscriptions to all kinds of media services. For example, a netflix subscription may be appreciated. Or what about a magazine subscription to a magazine they may be interested in.

Clothes

Now clothes are often difficult to buy for a teenager so you may have to ask his guidance or avoid. Having said this 13 and 14 year olds boys are growing at such a rate, they are probably in need of new clothes. Hoodies and t-shirts are often easiest to buy.

There are also lots of accessories you can buy for boys of this age. As Winter is coming hats, gloves and scarves make great practical gifts. If they're into sport, some nice Nike sports socks are another great stocking filler and practical gift idea.

13th Birthday T-Shirt

13 is a special birthday. He is entering his teenage years and is not longer a little kid.

There are lots of mementos you can give and one idea is a 13th birthday t-shirt. There are several different slogans available for these kind of t-shirts or just one with 13th birthday and teenager on it.

The t-shirt featured is made out of 100% cotton.
As well as a t-shirt don't forget the balloons, banners and badges with the magic number of 13.

I'm Officially a Teenage Socks

These fun socks are ideal for a 13th birthday gift.

Machine washable and practical - they're great for wearing on the big birthday!

Wear then for chilling around the home, while gaming or when out and about too!

Sporty 13 Year Olds

If they like a certain sport there are infinite gifts you can get. Get them something which they can use to practice their chosen sport. For example basketball players will love a basktetball hoop, basketball return trainer or an indoor basketball hoop. You can all kinds of sports equipment for their chosen sport. Baseball hats and gloves are another idea. Or why not buy them some kit or a new bag to carry their kit in.

Airsoft, Paintballing Guns or An Archery Kit

13 and 14 year old boys will probably enjoy some target practice with an airsoft gun. Another cool idea is a day out with their friend's paintballing. You can also get them their own personal airsoft or paintballing gun and related accessories.

Another idea is a beginner archery kit. I like the ideas of an archery kit as all you need to do is set up a target in the backyard and you can get started. The archery kit features is a great beginner archery kit with everything you need to get started.

Basketball Hoop and Ball

For a teenager who's constantly shooting hoops and loves playing basketball, it's impossible to go wrong with his own basketball hoop.

The one featured is adjustable from 7 to 10 feet in 6-inch increments so you can make sure it's the perfect height. The good thing about the adjustable height is that it can be brought lower or higher for siblings.

It's portable and has a 44 inch backboard. It is also backed by a 5-year manufacturer warranty

The great thing about having a basketball hoop in the backyard is that friends and siblings can also have a go.

Ripstik Castor Board

If he loves skate parks, skateboarding, snowboarding or scootering or it's something he's interestesd in, he may want to also check out the Ripstik Castor board,

It's been described as a mix between skateboarding and snowboarding. It definitely has the cool factor but it's super fun too.

You don't need to push. You just twist and go. Its the twisting that moves you forward even uphills. It's an amazing board which can make smooth, quick 360-degree turns on its two wheels

It's great to take to the skate park too or just have fun along the streets.

Stunt Scooter

Many young teens are interested in doing tricks and stunts at the skate park with their friends.

If so, they would love a pro stunt scooter. The scooter featured is designed for both beginner and intermediate riders.

You can also get a ramp to use to practice tricks at home and build confidence for doing tricks, hops and jumps.

Hoverboard

Hoverboards or self balancing boards are tons of fun.

This one comes has a bluetooth speaker. It features LED lights and is electrical safety certified.

You can enjoy speeds of up to 6mph and it has a battery life of 45 to 75 minutes.

It takes 2 to 3 hours to fully charge.

Sports Ball

If he likes playing sport, why not get him a sports ball.

Whether it's basketball, soccer or football - a ball he can take to the park or in the backyard to play with his friends makes a useful and well used gift.

Spikeball

Spikeball is an active game perfect for 13 year olds to play with family, siblings and friends.

The idea is to bounce or spike a small ball off the net in such a way that the opposing team cannot return it successfully.

Points are scored when the opposing team fails to return the ball properly.

Set up and play in all kinds of places including the beach, the park or the backyard!

Gifts for His Room

Now he’s a teenager it’s likely that he’ll want to make use of his own space and want to spend more time in his bedroom.
Gift ideas for his bedroom include

new speakers for his music
a bean bag chair
a lap desk so he can look at his laptop easily while sitting on his bed
a media streaming player so he can watch the television that he wants.
a new alarm clock
A themed hamper (like the basktball hamper below)

Basketball Themed Laundry hamper

This laundry basketball themed laundry hamper could potentially save lots of arguments between parents and teens. It makes picking up dirty clothes a fun game rather than a chore.

The laundry basket easily attaches over the door with 2 hooks provided. It features a zip so you can unzip it to empty the laundry right into your basket.

It's a fantastic idea for a gift for a bedroom. Kids can have fun trying to throw their laundry in the basket and it keeps it all of the floor so is space saving too.

Strip Lights

Strip lights are fantastic to jazz up any teenager's bedroom.

They look amazing behind a computer, a bed or just around the walls.

Easy to attach - even the 13 year old boy in question could do it!

Color Changing Lamp

This 5 in 1 color changing lamp has a bluetooth speaker, and digital alarm clock.

It will add a lovely ambience to a teen bedroom.

It also features a 3 level brightness adjustable with a cool touch sensor design,

Color Changing Lightbulb

A color changing lightbulb is another option to add some ambience to a teen bedroom.

It's easy to set up and then you have can control the color of your light with a remote control.

It also connects with Amazon's Alexa or Google home for voice control. So he won't even have to get out of bed to turn the light off!

Music Gifts

Does he like listening to music? Then there are lots of ideas for you. They include headphones, speakers or a music voucher. Or perhaps he would appreciate concert tickets to see his favorite band or singer.

If he likes playing or making music a new instruments, music lessons or some kind of recording studio experience day will probably be appreciated.

Portable Bluetooth Speaker

This portable bluetooth speaker is a fantastic little speaker.

He can use it to listen to his music anywhere (it even works in the shower).

As it's super small he can put it in his bag to take to a friend's house or on vacation.

Beginner Guitar Set

Has the 13 year old you know shown interest in learning to play an instrument?

If so, why not indulge their rock star fantasies and start them out with a beginner guitar.

The guitar featured isn't too expensive so they can try it out and no worries if they decide it's not something they want to continue with.

Echo Dot

The Echo dot is a fab device to have in a teen bedroom.

Teen boys can use it to play music, control smart home devices, make calls, send and receive messages, provide information, read the news, set alarms, read audiobooks from Audible, check their calendar and lots more.

It connects to speakers or headphones through Bluetooth or 3.5 mm stereo cable to play music from Amazon Music, Spotify, Pandora, iHeartRadio, and TuneIn.

Practical Gift Ideas

There are probably lots of things that he needs that would also make fantastic gifts as well.
Ideas include:

a new cool backpack for school
a kindle paperwhite so he can read books that he likes
new pencil case or stationary can make great stocking fillers at Christmas time.

Victorinox Swiss Army Evolution Pocket Knife

If you want to get him something that will definitely be useful and he will be using in many years to come, it's difficult to go wrong by investing in a multitool.

A multitool fantastic for using around the house, camping trips, odd jobs, outdoor expeditions and it will be so useful to take to college if he goes in a couple of years.

The Victorinox pocket knife multitool featured has 15 tools which include a stainless-steel tools including a blade, can opener, screwdriver, scissors and many more

A fantastic useful gadget which can be taken and used pretty much anywhere.

An awesome practical gift for a teenager.

Stocking Filler - Reaction Ball.

The reaction ball is a great agility training aid and the perfect size to fit in a stocking.

It's great to improve responsiveness, hand eye coordination, reaction time, and agility, It can rebound off of any hard surfaces including hardwood, courts, walls, and infield dirt. It's fun to play with. You can play with it on your own or with a different person.

It has six sides and the high-bouncing ball is made of 100% rubber.

Games

Kids Against Maturity

Kids Against Maturity is a card game that is often compared to the popular party game "Cards Against Humanity", except it's designed for families and children, with a focus on humor and light-heartedness

If the child in question and family enjoy games that involve on the edge humor and creative thinking, "Kids Against Maturity" might be a great addition to your collection.

Pindaloo

Pindaloo" is a skill-based toy and game that has gained popularity for its fun and challenging nature.

The aim is to toss a ball in the air with one end of the pindaloo and catch it with the other. Once you've mastered this, teens can learn tricks.

It's fun and addictive, improves hand-eye coordination and is a great way to encourage teens away from their screens!

Ticket To Ride Board Game

Ticket to Ride is a board game that combines strategy and geography.

It's a fun game that is completed in about 10 to 15 minutes. My own son loved this game when was 13 and used to beat the rest of the family more times than not.

Players collect train cards to claim railway routes across a map. There are a variety of versions which cover places all over the world.

Perfect for family game nights.

Shock Potato Game

This game is great for playing with friends.

They toss it around between themselves. When the music stops prepare to be shocked.

There are different playing modes extreme, normal and lame!

Throw Throw Burrito

Throw Throw Burrito is where "dodgeball" meets a card game. You get to throw things burrittos at other people so it's difficult to go wrong when looking for a game for teen boys. My own teenage boys love it.

The burritos are soft so you don't have to worry about anybody getting injured.

The object of the game is to collect a matching sets of cards faster than your oppenents while simultaneously ducking, dodging and throwing soft, squishy burritos.

STEM Gifts

For the 13 year old that likes to build, create and play, there are some fantastic lego, science and engineering kits for teens this age. Check out some ideas:

Hydrobot Arm Kit

The hydrobot arm kit is ideal for teens who like to build and create. This kit allows the to build a real, working hydraulic arm.

The arm is powered by water and includes 6 different axes.

Once built you can move, rotate and grab with the arm. Use the levers to control the gripper which can open and close or be replaced with suction components to pick up objects

Solar Robot

Build more than 12 types of robot with this solar robot kit.

The robot is powered by the sun and no batteries required. It's a great way to introduce kids to renewable energy sources and sustainability concepts as well as robotics and mechanics.

The robot can crawl, roll and float under the direct sunshine

Lego Technic Kits

Many 13 year old still love lego and there are some great kits for older kids, teens and adults.

Some to check out are the lego technic kits (like the one featured).

Other lego series to consider are the lego architecture sets.

LEGO Architecture London Skyline

The lego architecture kits are great for master lego builders aged 13 and above.

The architecture kit featured is the London skyline.

It's a fantastic model to build and display in a bedroom.

Gift Card

When everything else fails, you can't go wrong with a gift card. There are some great ways to give gift cards to teens.
Check them out.
Other ideas include movie tickets or gift experience certificates.