51 Excellent Gift Ideas for 15 Year Old Boys

Sometimes 15 year old boys seem like they live in another world and its quite difficult to come up with gift ideas for them. However, once you get thinking about the best gifts for 15 year old boys you realise that there is actually lots of stuff that they might like.
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Consider his interests, what he likes doing and what he does on a day to day basis. Video games, a gaming chair or headphones, bluetooth speakers, headphones, a new backpack, a lapdesk, sports gifts and action camas all make potentially great gifts for 15 year old boys.  .

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Manual To Manhood

This is great book to get a teenage boy. It will introduce him to lots of life skills that will be useful now and as he gets older.
Learn how to wear cologne correctly, grill a steak,  tie a tie, manage money, talk to a girl, plan a date, write a résumé, ask for a reference, clean a bathroom, throw darts, change a tire, behave during a traffic stop, fold a shirt, clear a sink drain and lots more.

It’s got lots of illustrations and is a great book to dip in and out of when needed. It will be a book that can be useful now but also years down the line when he’s at college, getting his first place to live and beyond.

Makes the perfect stocking filler. 

Oculus Quest 2 

The Oculus Quest 2 is set to be one of the most popular gifts for Christmas 2021. 

It's an all in one VR headset. You dont need to connect to a PC or games console to use it. All you need is a smartphone app and Facebook account to set it up and you're good to go. 

Experience immersive gaming and other experiences including fitness, sports, rollercoasters, virtual concerts and lots more. 
You can even meet up with your friends and play a multiplayer game or just hang out. 

Gaming Chair

If he loves gaming, a gaming chair could be make the perfect gift. 

The gaming chair featured provides comfort during gaming sessions as well as good back support to help prevent future back issues. 

The seat is height adjustable and it has lumbar and head support. 

The chair can be reclined and three is also a 360 degree swivel function. ​

Gaming Socks

If he is a gamer, than these socks are the perfect gift. 

They are made of cotton, which is soft and moisture wicking.

A nice way to keep his feet warm and comfortable while playing video games. 

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For the Teen Who Loves Music

There are lots of great gift ideas for the teenage music enthusiast from teens who like to create and play music to those who love to listen and enjoy it.
t they like to make music you could consider getting them a new musicals instrument or what about some sheet music for their favorite songs.
If they love to listen to music, what about tickets to see their favorite band, an itunes voucher, mp3 player or headphones that don't get tangled up. At the moment one really cool music gift are portable speakers. 

Portable Bluetooth Speakers

There are lots of different portable speakers on the market.
One option is the OontZ Angle 3 

It's lightweight, small and super portable so is great take anywhere.

It connects via bluetooth to a smartphone, tablet or other device in seconds.  Teens can then stream playlists and music to the speaker.

The speaker offers high quality sound. It's water resistant, splash proof and sand proof so perfect as an outdoor speaker.  It's loud, stylish and portable. 
It could be used in a teen bedroom or it's great for taking to a friend's house and using when out and about. 

Shower Speaker

A shower speaker is awesome for listening to music while singing in the shower. 

The speaker featured can be attached to a wall or mirror with the suction cup so you can have it in the bath or shower with you. 

Connect to a bluetooth device and stream your music. . 

It also makes an ideal small, portable bluetooth speaker for outside the shower too. Use it indoors or outdoors within a 66 foot range of a bluetooth device. 

For the Sporty Type

Many 15 year old boys like sports. If you know what they're interested in you could get a sporting gift. Ideas include

• tickets for a sports game
• gifts for sporting fans such as sports jerseys and caps
• clothes and accessories for their sport or hobby.
• sports bags

Other ideas of sports and hobby gifts include a paintball or airsoft gun starter kit.
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Another idea for 15 year old boys is some kind of trainer or machine for the sport of their choice. So if they love basketball, what about a rebounding basketball retrainer. For baseball, a pitching machine. For football, a Wilson pro kick to help him practise his kicking skills.

​Wireless Earbuds

If he likes listening while doing sport or being active (running, walking, hiking, training at the gym) these are great headphones. Of course they can also be used for casual listening too.

They are wireless so will connect to his music device via bluetooth. Once connected he can listen to music without having to worry about where the wires will go or if they get tangled.

The ear buds are very quick to charge and the earbuds last up to 6 hours on a single charge. 

Pull Up Bar

Other ideas for sports gifts include items which may help them improve their general fitness and physicality for their chosen sports. 
There is lots of pieces of home fitness equipment that make great gifts for this age, such as dumbells, a pull up bar, push up bars and an ab wheel.
The pull up bar featured can help with a body fitness routine. 
Ideal for pull-ups, push-ups, chin-ups, dips, crunches, and more. 
Great for a teen boy's bedroom. 

Reaction Ball

This is a great stocking filler and perfect for kids who play baseball and other sports where they might want to improve their reaction time. 

Volley the Reaction Ball between players, or rebound it against a wall for independent training.

​It works against all hard surfaces or walls and can be used as a fun way to improve technique in drills and training exercises.

Fitbit Activity Tracker

The fitbit activity tracker is a smartwatch and an activity tracker. 

It allows you to stay connected to your day with everyday apps for weather and more so you can get call, text and smartphone app notifications on your wrist. 

For fitness it measures heart rate, calorie burn and steps. 

You can also choose from 15+ exercise modes like run, bike, swim, yoga, circuit training and more, set a goal, and get real-time stats during your workouts to see how you can keep getting better
It's swim proof and water resistant to 50M so you can track swims and wear in the shower.
It also tracks sleep. 

For the Tech Addict

There are tons of tech gifts to choose from including the most popular gifts a new laptop, a chrombook, a tablet and a cellphone. If they already have these gadgets consider getting them accessories to compliment them. For example, a cover or case for their device, a portable charger, headphones or speakers.

In addition to this there are a wide range of other tech gifts. Consider a media streaming player so they have extra TV and music channels in their room. The Amazon Echo is a fun speaker and voice recognition device that he may love. There are all kinds of tech toys from smart phone controlled toys to toys that are controlled by your hand movements and other gestures.
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Check some more ideas out on our tech gifts page.

Portable Charger

A portable charger is really useful to have on standby in case a cellphone, laptop or other device runs out of battery. It's an especially good gadget for a teenager as you know they should always be able to charge their phone if it runs out of battery when they are out and about. 

The Anker portable charger featured is small enough to fit into a pocket or a bag. It features high speed charging technology. 

It's a really useful and practical gift that he will wonder how he managed without. 
A great stocking filler for Christmas. 

For the Student

All 15 year old boys are students as they will be attending school. They may not be the most studios of teens but perhaps they will be encouraged by a new gifts. 

Here are some ideas:
A new backpack or bag for school - to carry their laptop, folders and pens. 
A Kindle can be a great gift so they have easy access for all the books they need for their studies.
Tablets, netbooks and laptops can all aid with studies. A chromebook is a great gift for doing research and having a super portable laptop. Check out whether a chromebook might make a fab gift for a 15 year old. 
A bedrest - will support him while he is sitting and studying on a bed. 

LapGear Designer Lapdesk

A lapdesk makes a great gift for a 15 year old boy as he can then study while sitting on his bed or the couch. 

This lapdesk fits laptops of up to 17 inches. It has a slots for his phone and the innovative, dual-bolster cushion conforms to your lap, keeping you cool and comfortable.

The smooth, flat surface provides proper ventilation for your laptop

You can use it with your laptop, with a book, as a dinner tray or to write. A great gift to use in the years of study to come. 

North Face Jester Laptop Backpack

This is a brilliant laptop backpack for a high school student that is made to last, so should be durable for many years to come. 

It features a large main compartment for books and binders. There's a padded laptop sleeve in the main compartment which protects your goods from bumps and falls.

It's super comfortable and well designed with custom injection-molded shoulder straps, an unbelievably comfortable padded mesh back panel and a highly breathable lumbar panel for maximum breathability. 

It also features  a front elastic bungee system for external storage, two extended mesh water bottle pockets, and reflective bike-light loop. ​

Rocket Book 

A rocket book is a notebook which doesn't use paper and can be used endlessly.

15 year olds could use it for writing notes, doing homework and revision. 

Write or draw whatever you wish. Then scan the page with the app on your phone and upload to a cloud based service such as Google Drive or dropbox. 
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He won't lose any revision or homework notes because it will all be in the cloud. 
Once you've scanned and uploaded your notes then wipe the rocketbook clean for the next writing session. 

Writing Pen Set For School 

Teen boys need pens, pencils and essentail supplies for school but they quite often get mislaid or lost. 

Set him up with everything he needs to keep studying
with an essentials pack like the one featured from Bic. 

It includes pens, a glue stick, permanent markers, erasers and highlighters. 

For the Reader

If he likes to read, there are tons of fab gift ideas. Here are a few ideas:

Books - Books are perhaps considered an old fashioned gift but there are plenty of 15 year old boys who enjoy reading. Manga is a great gift for many 15 year olds who appreciate the visual anime style of the books. Science fiction is more highly rated with teen boys. There are some fantastic fiction and book series that 15 year olds would love. Also consider non fiction books there are some really fun options. Check out a couple below. 

97 Things To Do Before You Finish High School 

This is a fun book to get for a teen and give him some ideas of how to spend his spare time while finishing high schools.

There are lots of cool ideas in the book including  plan your first road trip, make a podcast, make beats like a DJ. learn a martial art, paint your room, learn basic car maintenance and design a the-shirt.

​Whatever his personality (creative, sporty, social or academic) there are lots of ideas to try out.

So if he ever complains he's bored (like teenagers often do) get out the book to find some inspiration. 

The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens

The 7 Habits book can be lifechanging. It gives guidance concerning the tough issues and life-changing decisions teens face.
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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. 

Make Your Bed - Little Things That Can Change Your LIfe

"If you want to change the world, start by making yoru bed"

This book is based on the graduation speech of a Navy seal, Admiral William H McRaven. 

It gives 10 powerful life lessons based on his experiences as a Navy Seal. 

The book is quick and easy to read but inspiring and motivating. It shows how to meet challenges with determiantion, discipline and a positive attitude. 

For the Teen Who Live In His Bedroom

If you're looking for a different kind of alarm clock, check out the sonic boom alarm clock featured.

It is designed to wake up the heaviest of sleepers and will help teenagers get out of bed during those dark winter morning.
It features a super loud alarm and if that isn't enough there is a bed shaker too. So no sleeping through this alarm!

It does have adjustable volume and tone if it's too loud. 
If you have a sibling or friend sleeping in the same room, you can turn off the audio alarm and just use the bed shaker to wake him up. ​

Backrest Pillow (Great for Reading Books, Watching TV and Gaming)

A backrest pillow is great to give extra support while sitting on the bed when you're gaming, looking at your laptop or tablet, reading a device or book or watching television. 

It's a fab gift for him to take to college when he gets a bit older as well. 

It's also good to give back support when sitting on the sofa or lying on the floor. 

​It has a handle at the top so it's easily portable around the home. ​

Lamp With Charger

This is an awesome light that could be used as a night light next to his bed or as a study light on a desk. 

It has everything you could need include 5 different brightness levels, 5 different lighting modes and a USB charger so he can charge his phone. 

The light can be adjusted and folded down for storage too. 

Mini Fridge

A mini fridge is a really useful item for teens to have in their bedrooms. 

Keep soda and snacks cool and at your fingertips while studying or while friends come around. 

It's also perfect for keeping water cool in case you are thirsty in the middle of the night. 

Color Changing Light Bulb

Desk 

This is an inexpensive gift but a really good one. 
Swap the boring light bulb in his bedroom with an exciting color changing one. 
Download the app to his phone and he can control the color of the light as well as it's brightness. 
It also works with Alexa and Google home, so he can turn off his lights or change the color with a voice command. 

Whether he uses a desk for gaming, his homework, drawing, music or other hobby, it's a useful addition to most teen boys bedroom. 
You can get all kinds of desks to suit the needs of your 15 year old. 
​The desk features is a computer desk. There are lots o handy features suitable for the teenage gamer inlcuding a headphone hook to keep his headphones tidy and a monitor stand, 
Pair it with a gaming chair and his room will be set up!

For the Teen Who Loves To Play 

Boys never really grow out of gadgets and toys that they can play with. That's why there are a whole range of toys for teenagers and growing men. Some ideas include electric shock games, skateboards and other equipment, smart phone toys, rocket launchers, archery kits and lots more. Check out the toys for teen boys page for more ideas.
In 2016 drones are a very popular toy (check one out below).

Drone

Drones are fun to learn to fly and many now have cameras so he can take footage of what the drone is seeing.

​They can be challenging to fly but this should add to the fun to a 15 your old.

The drone featured is fairly easy to use even for the beginner. It features a button which automatically starts and lands the drone. There is also a low speed setting which is perfect for beginners. 

It allows him to connect his phone to the drone so you can see in real time what the drone is seeing too. It will take video clips and automatically save them to the Micro SD card. 

Build Your Own Engine

This kit will allow you to discover how an engine works by constructing a fully working model. It includes instructions with step-by-step diagrams for assembly of the 100+ parts.  

It's recommended for ages 13+

It's easily assembled with over 100 parts and includes a working electric motor, light up spark plugs, engine sounds and automatic shut off.

Lightening ​Reaction Reloaded - Shocking Game

This game is hilarious fun to play and to watch. 
It's a game for 2 to 4 players. Hold onto one of the handles and listen to the music as it plays. When the music stops and the red light turns to green, press the red button as quickly as possible. The slowest player will get an electric shock. But don't press the red button to early as you'll get an electric shock then too. 
Teenagers love this. 
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There are different levels of electric shock, so the shock adverse can have it on the lowest setting. 
Lots of fun - great for parties. 

Spikeball 

If he's energetic and likes team sports he will probably love spikeball. 

It can be played pretty much anywhere. Indoors if you have the space as well as in parks, at the beach, when camping or the backyard. 

It's a fab game for people of all ages to play from kids to adults. Great to play with the family and friends. 

It's also a fantastic workout for athletic teams who like to train. It's perfect for practicing the hand / eye co-ordination needed for some team games as well. 

It's simple to play and easy to pick up. The net is placed at ankle level between a pair of two-player teams. You smack the palm-sized ball down on the net so it ricochets up at your opponents. They have up to three hits between them (just like volleyball) to control it and bounce it back to you. When they miss, you score. First team to 21 wins.

3D Pen 

Does he have a creative side? 
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If so he'll probably love a 3D pen. It's easy to use. Just plug it in, add the filament, heat it up and start creating.
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It's an excellent gift idea if he normally like drawing. He can turn his drawings into 3D works of art. 

Light Up Basketball 

If he likes to play basketball until the sun goes down this is the gift for him. 

The basketball light sup in the dark so it  means that he doesn't have to go inside when there's no light left. 

Especially great if he already has a basketball hoop in the backyard or likes to stay out late playing with friends. 

Electric Skateboard

An electric skateboard is another cool gift. 

This skateboard has 3 different speeds from low (6.2mph), to medium (9.3mph) to high (12.4mph).  Teens who have never skated before can start on the lowest speed and progress up as they get more confidence. 

The maximum range is 5 miles and it charges quickly in 2 hours

Tech Gifts

There are lots of tech gadgets that teenagers will enjoy. Many have been included in the article such as bluetoothe speakers, wireless headphones, fitbit watch and portable charger. Check out a couple of ideas below:

Charging Station 

A charging station is a fantastic way to keep his devices organised and tidy and charging at the same time. 

He will no longer have to search for charger.

The charging station featured works with Apple and Samsung devices among others. 

It will charge phones, tables, a watch and earbuds. 

Echo Dot

The Echo Dot is a great device to have on a nightstand. See the time, set alarms and timers on the LED display. Tap the top to snooze an alarm. 

Ask Alexa to play music, answer questions, read the news, check the weather, set alarms, control compatible smart home devices, and more.
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Stream songs from Amazon Music, Spotify, SiriusXM, and others through the speaker which gives rich and loud sound. 

For the Guy Who Likes To Look Good

Many teenage boys of this age are normally growing rapidly, so new clothes are often appreciated. Hoodies and t-shirts are fairly easy to buy. Or if you're not sure, get them a gift voucher so they can choose something themselves.

You can get all kinds of cool accessories where you don't have to worry too much about size and fit. Texting gloves are one idea. Gloves that you can also text in are very useful in the winter.
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Novelty slippers make a great Christmas gift for those who are difficult to buy for. Who doesn't want a pair of fun slippers to keep their feet warm. 

Adidas Men's Soccer Tiro 17 Training Pants

These soccer training pants help you warm up without overheating. 
Not only good for soccer they are also great for other types of sport and training too. 
They are super comfortable and can be worn for just chilling out and casual wear too. 
They feature ventilated climacool and mesh inserts for maximum breathability. 
There are front pockets as well. 

Gaming T-shirt

This t-shirt is a humorous t-shirt for gamers. 

The slogan reads "I paused my game to be here". 

The t-shirt is soft and smooth with a high thread-count, tight knit made out of fuzzy plants grown by American farmers. 

The t-shirt is available in lots of different sizes. 

A great gift for any teenage gamer. 

If He Likes to Eat....

There are lots of foodie gift ideas for hungry teenage boys. Fulfil his passion with one of the following gifts

Rapid Ramen

One univeral truth about all teenage boys, especially at age 15 is that they like to eat! 

A rapid ramen cooker allows him to easily make ramen in the mircrowave in 3 minutes.  It gives him the independence to make himself and his friendswhen quick snack when hunger hits. 

Clean up is easy too. Just put it in the dishwasher or quickly wash it up. 

Snack Care Package

What teen boy wouldn't be delighted to see a snack package like the one featured. 

Great for movie, gaming and family board game nights as well as tucking into with friends on a sleepover. 

It should keep him going for a few days at least!! 

Teen CookBook

Teens Cook is jam packed full of recipies for teens to try out. 
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It's written by two teenagers and so perfect for their contemporaries. 

There are desserts, snacks, breakfast and dinner ideas.
 
75 recipies are included in total with easy to follow instructions. 

Pizza Maker

My own teenage son is pizza obsessed and would eat it for breakfast, lunch and dinner if he could. 

I don't think he's alone. Teenage boys like pizza. 

This pizza cooker means he can cook pizza without heating up the whole oven. They cook quickly and at the perfect temperature.  He can also use it to cook other items including nachos, pancakes and giant cookies. Wipe down to clean up. 

It gives teens independence in the kitchen to cook their own food easily. 

Clothes And Accessories

There are lots of clothes and accessory gifts for teens that are easy to buy if you know their size. Hoodies, scarves, gloves, hats, socks and underwear are all practical ideas and will get used. 

Calvin Klein Boxer Briefs

One clothing accessory that will definitley get worn is underwear. 
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Calvin Klein are a respected brand that makes boxer briefs. 

They are soft, comfortable and machine washable and come in different sizes and designs. 

Hoodie

Hoodies are ideal for teenage boys. They make perfect casual wear but are also great for keeping warm during outdoor sporting activities. 

The Champion is a popular brand with teenagers. It's available in different colors and sizes.

Fantastic for chilling out at home too.  

Beanie Hat

Many teenage boys like to wear beanies during the winter months. 

​They look good, help keep them warm and are great for hiking and general everyday wear. 

Made of 100 percent acrylic rib-knit fabric, the Carharrt beanie has comes in different colors and sizes.

They are stretchable. One size fits all. 

Stocking Fillers

Check out some fun and useful stocking fillers for a 15 year old. 

Blackhead Remover Face Mask

Blackheads and acne can be a recurring theme in many teenage boys lives. 

This charcoal black mask will remove blackheads, whiteheads, acne and keep your face smooth. 

The f​ormula is packed with vitamins, nutrients and extracts essential to your skin health.

Blackhead Remover Kit

Another tool to keep the blackheads at bay is this blackhead remover tool kit. 

The tools can all be stored in a tin for easy portability and storage. 

There is a diagram which shows you how each of the tools is used to remove blackheads, pimples and acne. 

Hair Styling Product

Many teenage boys at age 15 want to look good and styling their hair is part of this. 

American Crew Fiber is a hair product that makes a great gift. It lasts a long time, you only need a little bit to style your hair and it lasts all day. 

The perfect size for a stocking filler! 

 Hand Warmer and Back up Charger

This is a hand warmer and emergency back up charger in one. 

Great for keeping his hands warm on a winters day when walking, watching sport or waiting outdoors. 

Also gives peace of mind that he has an extra back up charger for his phone if he ever needs it. 

More Fun Ideas

Teenage boys like to have fun. With this in mind, here are some more ideas. 

Throw Throw Burrito

What do you get when you combine dodgeball and a card game? 

Throw Throw Burrito of course! 

It's a simple game. The idea is to get the most points. You get points by collecting 3 of the same card. The fun begins when you get 3 burrito cards. This means burrito wars. Throw the soft burritos at other players, You get points if you hit them and points deducted if you get hit. 

There are differenty types of burrito wars including duels and wars including everybody! 

Pindaloo Skill Game Toy

Pindaloo is a skill game which sounds simple but really isn't as simple as it looks. 

Loop the ball from one end to the other. You can do tricks and fun moves when you get good. 

It's good for improving concentration, sharpening focus and coordination. It can be a good stress reliever between study sessions. 

Good for playing both indoors and outdoors. 

More Gaming Gifts

A lot of 15 year old teenage boys spend time gaming so here are a couple more gaming gifts to consider. 

Gaming Headphones

A decent and comfortable pair of headphones are a must for most gamers. 
Turtle Beach headphones are a reputable brand that most gamers are familiar with when choosing headphones. 
They features a lightweight and comfortable design for hours of play. It's designed for XBox Series X, Xbox Series S, Xbox One but also works great with PS5, PS4 and PS4pro, Nintendo Switch and PC and mobile devices with a 3.5mm connection

Headphone Stand

Without meaning to stereotype teenage boys, they don't have the greatest reputation for being tidy.

Therefore any help they can get to keep their workspace and bedroom tidy goes a long way. 
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A headphone stand will help keep their headphones off the floor and lying messily on a desk. Simple but effective

When All Else Fails

If you truly are struggling to buy a cool gift for the 15 year old you know you can rarely go wrong with money or a voucher. But don't just give it them in an envelope - that's boring make them work for their money with a money puzzle gift box like the one featured below.

Money Maze - Fun Way To Give Money! 

This is a really fun way to give money.
To receive the gift you have to solve the puzzle.
Make the recipient work for their money.

It's a much better idea than just giving a voucher or money in a card. 

It's also a fantastic idea to give to that teen who is notoriously hard to buy for. ​

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