16 Awesome Gift Ideas for 16 Year Old Boys
Looking for some awesome gifts for 16 year old boys? Perhaps you are buying a birthday or Christmas gift for a 16 year old guy. Or you might be buying for your son, grandson, nephew, brother, a male friend, neighbor or boyfriend. He's not as hard to buy for as you think. If you're not sure what to buy the 16 year old boy you know, check out some cool and awesome present picks below.
Update - this article started of with 16 gifts but has been updated with quite a few more since it was first published!
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Tech Gifts And Accessories
There are lots of tech gifts that 16 year old boys will love. Ideas include a tablet or a cell phone if he doesn't already have one.
A portable bluetooth speaker that he can use in the shower
  
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For a 16 year old boy, love to listen to music a waterproof bluetooth speaker is the right gadget for him.
It's small and portable and will allow him to listen to music wherever he likes. Easily move it around the house or use it outdoors for hiking or camping. Plus many teen boys this age spend a lot of time in the shower. Perhaps to get clean after sport or to get clean in order to look good. |
The speaker is waterproof so he can hang it in the shower or attach it to tiles in the bath with the suction cup and listen to his favorite playlist
It also has built-in MIC bluetooth speaker and hands-free function, so he can conveniently pick up a calls by this mini speaker in car, bathroom or around the home.
The other amazing plus point about this speaker is the price. It's inexpensive and is the perfect size for a stocking filler as well.
More Tech Gift Ideas
Other tech gift ideas include accessories for tablets, cellphones and laptops such as bluetooth speakers, earphones, a stylus, portable chargers, a cover or a case. Or what about a chromebook for a 16 year old boy?
It also has built-in MIC bluetooth speaker and hands-free function, so he can conveniently pick up a calls by this mini speaker in car, bathroom or around the home.
The other amazing plus point about this speaker is the price. It's inexpensive and is the perfect size for a stocking filler as well.
More Tech Gift Ideas
Other tech gift ideas include accessories for tablets, cellphones and laptops such as bluetooth speakers, earphones, a stylus, portable chargers, a cover or a case. Or what about a chromebook for a 16 year old boy?
Oculus Go - Stand Alone Virtual Reality Headset
  
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Virtual reality is the new indoor fun that teens can enjoy with their friends. And in 2020, this can be an amazing gift when it's more difficult to meet friends outdoors.
Oculus is the leading name in VR and this is one of their more popular headsets. It's stand alone so you don't need a phone, PC or other device to use it. |
There are hundreds of apps it works with. Play games, meet friends. enjoy 360 degree experiences, watch with friends lots more.
There are hundreds of apps it works with. Play games, meet friends. enjoy 360 degree experiences, watch with friends lots more.
There are hundreds of apps it works with. Play games, meet friends. enjoy 360 degree experiences, watch with friends lots more.
Echo Dot
  
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The Echo dot is another fab device. Perfect for a teen bedroom.
He 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 calandar and lot more. |
Call or message almost anyone hands-free
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.
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.
Stuff For Their Room
Teen boys spend a lot of time in their room, so getting stuff to make his bedroom more comfortable and personal is another idea.
Ideas include bean bag chairs so there is an extra space to relax and somewhere else to sit when friends come around.
A mini fridge will hold drinks and snacks and keep him cool. This is great when he is studying.
Alarm clocks are another idea. You can get alarms with bed shakers and extra loud alarms to wake a teen who is a heavy sleeper. Some will also play music wirelessly via bluetooth from your phone, tablet or other device.
Another idea is a media streaming player such as the Amazon Fire TV stick hich can be used in a TV in his bedroom. It allows him to access lots of extra TV and music channels on his TV.
Ideas include bean bag chairs so there is an extra space to relax and somewhere else to sit when friends come around.
A mini fridge will hold drinks and snacks and keep him cool. This is great when he is studying.
Alarm clocks are another idea. You can get alarms with bed shakers and extra loud alarms to wake a teen who is a heavy sleeper. Some will also play music wirelessly via bluetooth from your phone, tablet or other device.
Another idea is a media streaming player such as the Amazon Fire TV stick hich can be used in a TV in his bedroom. It allows him to access lots of extra TV and music channels on his TV.
  
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The Amazon Fire TV stick is an awesome gadget for a teen to have in his bedroom.
It's a media streaming player which will enable him to have access to lots of extra TV channels, movies, music and games. It will give easy access to TV channels such as Amazon Video, Netflix, YouTube and Hulu It's really easy to set up. Just plug in and connect to wifi. Once that's done you can be up and watching movies, TV programs and more in minutes. |
A really cool features of the Fire TV stick is the voice control. Seach for your favorite movies or TV programs by actor, genre or director just by using your voice. Or ask it to play your favorite song.
It is portable so it can be moved room to room. It's also a great alternative to cable and it's actually save people a lot of money as they've cancelled cable after they've got it. Read this five star review to find out how one person over $700 dollars on TV a year after buying a fire stick.
A great gift for a teen boy who likes spending time in his bedroom. Also a fantastic gadget to take to college if he goes in a couple of years.
It is portable so it can be moved room to room. It's also a great alternative to cable and it's actually save people a lot of money as they've cancelled cable after they've got it. Read this five star review to find out how one person over $700 dollars on TV a year after buying a fire stick.
A great gift for a teen boy who likes spending time in his bedroom. Also a fantastic gadget to take to college if he goes in a couple of years.
Laundry Punch Bag
  
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This is a cool and practical gift for any teenager that might encourage him to pick up his clothes from his bedroom floor.
Fill the laundry bag with clothes and pefect for the odd punch. If you want a proper punchbag though, it's probably best to get the real deal. There is a drawstring at the top which helps keep any odours inside. |
It's big enough to carry a huge load of washing. It would also be great for his college years when he has to take all his clothes to get washed.
Mini Fridge
  
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A really cool gift to get a 16 year old boy is a mini fridge which he can keep in his bedroom.
It will hold some cold drinks and small snacks for him, his friends or his girlfriend. So he won't even need to leave his room to get some supplies - which is what most teenage guys really want - their own space. |
It's great for use in his bedroom although there is no reason it couldn't be used elsewhere like an office or a study. If he will be off to college soon, it's also a great little gadget to have in a dorm room.
Also great in the summer when warmer weather will mean cool drinks and snacks are needed.
Also great in the summer when warmer weather will mean cool drinks and snacks are needed.
Backrest Pillow (Great for Gaming, Reading and Watching TV)
  
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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 also a nice way to study and feel relaxed at the same time. 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.
There are 3 different sizes to choose from.
There are 3 different sizes to choose from.
Music Gifts
There are lots of gifts you can give to 16 year old boys who love music. If they have a favorite band or artist, tickets to see them live would be a really cool gift. Itunes vouchers are great so boys can pick the music they want to buy. Other ideas include wireless or tangle free headphones or some really good speakers for their bedroom.
  
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One idea is a portable speaker like the bluetooth speaker featured which enables teenss to listen to music on the go.
He can stream music wirelessly to the speaker via any phone, tablet or mp3 player which has bluetooth. The oontz angle speaker featured has high quality crystal clear sound. |
It's affordable, super small and lightweight so can be taken anywhere. It's designed to be taken anywhere. It's also splash proof, dirt proof and sand proof so perfect for the pool or beach.
It's great for the outdoors but will also be fab to use in a bedroom, around the home, to take on vacation, at friend's houses, at parties or the car. Take it wherever he goes.
Consider taking it hiking, camping, traveling, to outdoor parties, a barbecue or in the backyard.
The battery life lasts up to 14 hours (on 2/3 volume. It has a 100 feet bluetooth wireless range. And there are different colors to choose from.
It's great for the outdoors but will also be fab to use in a bedroom, around the home, to take on vacation, at friend's houses, at parties or the car. Take it wherever he goes.
Consider taking it hiking, camping, traveling, to outdoor parties, a barbecue or in the backyard.
The battery life lasts up to 14 hours (on 2/3 volume. It has a 100 feet bluetooth wireless range. And there are different colors to choose from.
Wireless Headphones
  
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If he loves listening to music especially when he's doing something active like running, walking, at the gym, hiking or participating in sport he will probably love a pair of wireless headphones.
These headphones will easily pair with a smartphone, tablet or other music device enabled with bluetooth. The headphones featura are IPX7 waterproof so he can still listen music in the rain and they are also sweat-proof although it's not recommended for swimming or diving. . |
The headphones also feature a microphone and can be used for handsfree calls
Fitness Gifts
 
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Many 16 year old boys like to keep fit and improve strength for a chosen sport or just to improve overall strength and physique.
There are lots of gifts you can get for boys this age that he can use to work out at home in his bedoom. One of these is a workout bar like the one featured. You can easily attach it to a doorway without any screws or damage to the door. |
Use the bar to build strength in the biceps and upper body by doing pull ups and push ups. He can use it on the floor as well for ab work and tricep dips.
It works the biceps, triceps, back and other body parts.
There are lots of other pieces of equipment you can also buy to keep him fit. From DVDs such as the Insantiy workout to push up bars, resistance bands and an ab wheel. Check out some more ideas on our fitness gifts for teens page.
It works the biceps, triceps, back and other body parts.
There are lots of other pieces of equipment you can also buy to keep him fit. From DVDs such as the Insantiy workout to push up bars, resistance bands and an ab wheel. Check out some more ideas on our fitness gifts for teens page.
Fitbit Charge 3 Fitness Activity Tracker
  
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A great gift for fitness and tech lovers is the Fitness Blaze smart watch.
It track steps, distance, calories burned, floors climbed and active minutes. Understand resting heart rate & more with 24/7 heart rate tracking and a battery life of up to 7 days |
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
Stay connected with call, text & calendar alerts and notifications from your favorite apps like gmail, Facebook and more (when phone is nearby).
Stay connected with call, text & calendar alerts and notifications from your favorite apps like gmail, Facebook and more (when phone is nearby).
Games
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If you're looking for more fun gift ideas there are tons of games you can buy. Ideas include the electric shocking game.
Each player holds onto one of the handles. Press the red button in the centre and the suspenseful music plays. |
When the light turns green you have to hit the button as quickly as possible because the last person to hit the button gets a shock. There are different settings of shock so you can reduce the intensity or increase it (if you wish!).
Lots of fun and will appeals to a teen boys love of pranks.
Check out some more cool toys for teenage boys like this one.
Lots of fun and will appeals to a teen boys love of pranks.
Check out some more cool toys for teenage boys like this one.
Spikeball Game Set
  
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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.
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.
Books
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There are tons of fun books for 16 year old boys.
The Manual to Manhood is a fab gift idea for any 16 year old boy. It's fun and hilarious in places. It's also jam packed full of really interesting advice and information (even fully grown men could do with reading a copy!). |
It starts off with girls and dating and offers advice on how to talk to a girl - a good start for a teenage guy! It goes on to cover an excellent range of topics from sports (how to throw a ball in every sport), to social skills (shaking hands and making an introduction) manners, tools, fixing things, work (interviews, applications etc), grooming, driving, car maintenance and money management.
If he likes fun books also check out this article on fun books for teen boys.
If he likes fun books also check out this article on fun books for teen boys.
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Another perfect book for this age group which is a little different but fun to read and packed full of advice is "The Teen's Guide To World Domination -advice on life liberty and the pursuit of awesomeness" featured.
This is a book that is able to grab a teen boys attention and talk to him in a way he understands and can get to grips with. It's written by a man called Josh Ship who has many years experience of talking to teenage audiences. |
It's a motivational book that is designed to pass on some exceptional wisdom and advice on living life now and in years to come. It's funny in places and inspirational too - lots of advice that he might not be as open to from Mom and Dad.
Well worth checking out.
Well worth checking out.
  
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This is a fun book that will get teens to make the most of their last few years of high school. It's about doing that they don't teach you at shcool.
There are tons of really exciting ideas. Obviously he won't want to do them all, but there should be a good few that will inspire him. It's great to pick the ones that apply to you and get going. |
Plan your first road trip, make a podcast, or write a manifesto.
Want to make a time capsule? Spend a day in silence? Learn how to make beats like a DJ? Go camping?
Want to make a time capsule? Spend a day in silence? Learn how to make beats like a DJ? Go camping?
Gifts for a Driver
If he's got his licence, then a gift for his car might be an obvious choice. There are tons of fab gifts. Some ideas include a cell phone dock, driving gloves, an emergency kit, seat covers, a fun driving book or vouchers for car maintenance. Check out these and more ideas in the article on gifts for teenage drivers.
The Driving Book: Everything New Drivers Need to Know but Don't Know to Ask
  
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This is the perfect gift for a new 16 year old driver.
There's a lot of stuff that's not covered in the manual or driver training classes. It's also a good reminder of stuff that they did already learn but have forgotten. It's really easy to read and great to dip in and out off when you need to look for some particular information. |
It covers virtually every scenario a new driver may face, from changing a tire to negotiating privileges with parents to handling a car in bad weather.
It gives new drivers extra confidence and give a bit more peace of mind to nervous parents as well.
It gives new drivers extra confidence and give a bit more peace of mind to nervous parents as well.
Keyring
  
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This keyring is an awsome 16th birthday gift as well as for a new driver.
The message is a good one for teenage boys as well as a reminder to text or call your Mom and let her know where you are or when you've arrived at your destination. |
Complete Car Care Kit
  
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If they have a car to keep clean, start them off in good habits with a complete car care kit.
It includes original protectant that fights fading, aging and cracking, an ultra shine wash and wax, tire foam protectant and glass wipes. |
Clothing and Accessories
16 year old boys are still probably growing at some rate so new clothes are often appreciated. It can be difficult to buy something a 16 year old will like but many like named brands such as Under Armour and Nike. It you have the right size you can choose a nice hoodie or t-shirt. Always keep the receipt just in case. Or play it safe with a gift card to his favorite clothing store.
Accessories are easier to buy. Wallets, beanie hats, scarves and gloves all make great practical gifts. Novelty bath robes and onesies are awesome but practical gifts. Ideas of novelty robes include a Jedi Knight or Darth Vader theme robe especially if they love Star Wars. Check out some more Star Wars toys and gifts for Star Wars nerds. Pajama pants are also quite easy to buy and practical too.
Accessories are easier to buy. Wallets, beanie hats, scarves and gloves all make great practical gifts. Novelty bath robes and onesies are awesome but practical gifts. Ideas of novelty robes include a Jedi Knight or Darth Vader theme robe especially if they love Star Wars. Check out some more Star Wars toys and gifts for Star Wars nerds. Pajama pants are also quite easy to buy and practical too.
16th Birthday T-Shirt
  
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The t-shirt opposite is the perfect 16th birthday gift. It's one you can wear throughout a 16th year.
The has a fun imprint which reads "Made in 2003, 16 years of awesome". The t-shirt is made of 100% cotton and comes in several different colors and sizes too. |
The design is printed with new age printing technology, direct-to-garment. It is printed with a water-soluble and eco-friendly ink. It is cured with a heat treatment process to ensure the color-fastness and lasting durability of the design.
It's the perfect item of clothing for him to wear at a birthday dinner or party.
Afterwards it can be worn as everyday wear or some teens choose to wear it as a night shirt after the big day. For the winter there are similar designs printed onto hoodies.
It's the perfect item of clothing for him to wear at a birthday dinner or party.
Afterwards it can be worn as everyday wear or some teens choose to wear it as a night shirt after the big day. For the winter there are similar designs printed onto hoodies.
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Wearable Blanket
  
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If winter is coming in your part of the world, a wearable blanket is a luxury.
Make it fun and super hero themed and you have an awesome gift. The blanket is so comfortable. He will love chilling out in the cold nights while wearing it. Watch TV, play video games or read a book while keeping warm and not restricting your movement. |
Gaming Socks
  
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If he is a video gamer, than these socks are the perfect gift.
The socks are comfortable, stretchy, breathable and machine wahsable. A nice way to keep his feet warm and comfortable while playing video games. These socks are packaged in a fitted velvet bags so are perfect for gift giving. |
Bluetooth Beanie Hat
  
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Keep warm with a beanie hat and use it to listen to music and take handsfree calls at the same time.
Great for when you're walking, hiking or doing any winter sports such as skating or skiing, Also great if you are doing any other activities outdoors during the cold weather. You can stream music via a bluetooth device and also take calls hand free. |
Sling Bag - Men's Shoulder Backpack
  
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This is an awesome little backpack which can organize and carry all your essentials. It's ideal for all kinds of scenarios, hiking, the gym, a light day at school, everyday wear, travel or vacation.
It looks good, it's lightweight and compact but can fit in lots of stuff. The main compartment could carry your ipad or ipad mini and items such as an umbrella or notepad. |
The front compartment is perfect for essentials such as keys, phone and wallet
There is a water bottle pocket.
The padded strap makes it comfortable to wear.
Could be a useful small bag that he can use for years to come.
There is a water bottle pocket.
The padded strap makes it comfortable to wear.
Could be a useful small bag that he can use for years to come.
Cahartt Men's Acrylic Watch Hat
  
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Another practical and useful clothing item for the winter that's easy to buy is a beanie hat.
The hat featured comes in different colors and is warm and comfortable. The best item of clothing for keeping him warm on cold wintery mornings. A good stocking filler idea. |
Gift for the Outdoors, Practical Or Adventure Loving 16 Year Old
If you have a teen who likes hiking, camping or any kind of activity where he spends some time outdoors, a survival kit could be the perfect gift. Gear for his expeditions can be very much appreciated too. Think boots, waterproof clothing, backpacks or a compass.
Other great gifts for the outdoor teen include a mulit pocket tool which are great for camping expeditions. There are lots of other great survival books as well.
Another idea is an action camera such as a Go Pro Hero camera. Action cameras are normally dirtproof, waterproof and can be mounted on a helmet or piece of equipment such as a bicycle. or skateboard. They are a great gift so he can take video footage of his adventures.
Other great gifts for the outdoor teen include a mulit pocket tool which are great for camping expeditions. There are lots of other great survival books as well.
Another idea is an action camera such as a Go Pro Hero camera. Action cameras are normally dirtproof, waterproof and can be mounted on a helmet or piece of equipment such as a bicycle. or skateboard. They are a great gift so he can take video footage of his adventures.
Action Camera
  
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The Akaso featured is a fantastic little action camera that makes a fab gift to capture any experiences a 17 year old boy may embark on.
It's a small camera that is designed for taking action shots perhaps when cycling, hiking, skiing or doing other sports and activities. Place your action camera into the waterproof case and securely fasten it, then you can dive below 30 meters so it can be used to take shots when swimming, scuba diving, snorkelling or doing other water activities. |
It comes with lots of mounting accessories so you can attach it to the kit you need to do the filming.
It shoots 4K video and has 20MP photo capture.
You can easily share your footage on social media by opening the camera wifi and connecting it with your mobile or tablet by app AKASO DV.
Great for a teen boy who wants to shoot footage or take photos while he is in action or just shoot some video with him and his friends.
It shoots 4K video and has 20MP photo capture.
You can easily share your footage on social media by opening the camera wifi and connecting it with your mobile or tablet by app AKASO DV.
Great for a teen boy who wants to shoot footage or take photos while he is in action or just shoot some video with him and his friends.
Victorinox Swiss Army Swiss Champ Pocket Knife
  
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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 swiss army huntsman pocket knife
multitool featured has 15 tools which include a 2.45" blade, bottle opener with screwdriver, wood saw, scissors and many more
A fantastic useful gadget which can be taken and used pretty much anywhere.
An awesome practical gift for a teenager.
multitool featured has 15 tools which include a 2.45" blade, bottle opener with screwdriver, wood saw, scissors and many more
A fantastic useful gadget which can be taken and used pretty much anywhere.
An awesome practical gift for a teenager.
Emergency Survival Kit
  
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An outdoorsy teen who loves camping, hiking or fishing is going to freak when he sees this emergency survival kit.
It contains a wire saw, multi-function compass, survival bracelet, tactical milary knife, emergency thermal blanket, whistle, mini key chain, saber card, multi-function scraper, fire starter, emergency tungsten steel pen and tatical torch flashlight (battery not included). All kept in a shockproof / waterproof case. |
Adidas Men's Soccer Training Pants
  
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These men's 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. |
Gifts for Students
Many 16 year old are studying hard at school and it won't be long until he's off to college. There are tons of great gifts for a student and one really cool one is an amazon kindle. He can use it to store textbooks and read them on the go.
Other ideas include a new backpack or bookbag for school. A watch will help him keep on time for school and his studies. An alarm clock will ensure he gets up on time. There are some very cool study gadgets too. Check out the livescribe 2GB echo smartpen on the study gifts page. This pen will record everything you write and hear in class so he'll never miss a word.
Other ideas include a new backpack or bookbag for school. A watch will help him keep on time for school and his studies. An alarm clock will ensure he gets up on time. There are some very cool study gadgets too. Check out the livescribe 2GB echo smartpen on the study gifts page. This pen will record everything you write and hear in class so he'll never miss a word.
Lapdesk
  
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If he prefers studying while sitting on his bed or the couch, a lapdesk could be the perfect gift idea.
He can rest the lapdesk on his lap and have everything at hand for doing his homework. A lapdesk is a great idea for a student who likes to study while they're sitting on a couch or a bed. It will allow him to have everything he needs at hand for his studies. |
The lapdesk featured fits laptops up to 17 inches.
There is a phone slot which holds cell phones vertically.
The innovative, dual-bolster cushion conforms to your lap, keeping you cool and comfortable.
It could also be useful if he is going to go to college in the next couple of years. It can also be used as a TV tray or a bed desk.
There is a phone slot which holds cell phones vertically.
The innovative, dual-bolster cushion conforms to your lap, keeping you cool and comfortable.
It could also be useful if he is going to go to college in the next couple of years. It can also be used as a TV tray or a bed desk.
LED Desk Lamp with USB Charging Point for Study
  
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This desk lamp is super useful to have on any study desk.
The features include a 3 level dimmer lamp and a built in USB outlet for charging your device, a touch sensor switch and extended adjustable light. Charge your phone, tablet, camera, ipod and other devices with the USB charger. Perfect for having a study desk in a bedroom. |
7 Habits Of Highly Effective Teens
  
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The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens isn't a study book but it can help students get the right habits in life to help them succeed.
It's the ultimate teenage success guide and is written by Sean Covey. It's easy to read with cartoons, easy to read text and down to earth language. It's a step-by-step guide to help you get from where you are now, to where you want to be in the future. Your goals, your dreams, your plans…they are all within reach. You just need the tools to help you get there. |
Toys for 16 Year Old Boys
You may have thought that 16 year olds are too old for toys. It's not the case. There are plenty of really cool toys that make great gifts. With so many technological toys available, it's hard to go wrong. Check out some toy ideas below.
Smart Phone Controlled Toys - Anki Overdrive
  
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There are some really cool toys that are controlled by a smartphone or tablet that teens and even grown men would love to play with.
One excellent idea is the Anki Overdrive kit featured. Download the free Anki app on your iOS or android device and use your smartphone or tablet to control the car around the track. |
There are 8 different tracks you can set up to race on and it super quick to set up the track. Then battle and race against family and friends.
There are lots of other toys that you can control with a smartphone or tablet too. Check out a few more smart phone controlled toys.
There are lots of other toys that you can control with a smartphone or tablet too. Check out a few more smart phone controlled toys.
Mini Basketball Hoop
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16 year olds often have to spend a lot of time studying. They also are often stressed out with the demands of being a teenager. There's girl issues, friend issues and peer pressure to deal with. So why not get them a gift to help them destress and take their mind of all the issues and challenges that everyday life throws up?
One really cool suggestion is a basketball hoop that can be hooked over the back of a bedroom door.. This will allow him to shoot hoops in his bedroom. A great thing to do in between studying when he want to destress and focus on something different. |
If he loves basketball this is an particularly awesome gift. Installation is in minutes and then the fun can get started.
So it will be perfect practice for getting the accuracy right when shooting hoops. The basketball system also comes withpadded brackets t to minimize the impact on doors, so the only damage you do, will be to your opponents ego.
So it will be perfect practice for getting the accuracy right when shooting hoops. The basketball system also comes withpadded brackets t to minimize the impact on doors, so the only damage you do, will be to your opponents ego.
Quadcopter with HD Camera
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Flying drones are all the rage at the moment on one teen boys are bound to love.
The quadcopter featured is an excellent first drone to learn to fly with. It is wind resistant and can be flown indoors or outdoors. The 6-axis gyro stablization system makes the helicopter more stable and flexible when flying. |
The HD camera enables you to take aerial videos and photos with your iPhone or Android phone
There is also a hold function to allow you to keep the drone hovering at the current height making it easy for you to shoot quality images or videos.
The flight time is 7 to 9 minutes for 80 minute charge.
It is a really fun device which teen guys will enjoy playing with. A great introductory device
Also check out some more outdoor toys for teen boys including an electric motocross bike, ripstik castor board, hoverboard, Kan Jam game and lots more.
There is also a hold function to allow you to keep the drone hovering at the current height making it easy for you to shoot quality images or videos.
The flight time is 7 to 9 minutes for 80 minute charge.
It is a really fun device which teen guys will enjoy playing with. A great introductory device
Also check out some more outdoor toys for teen boys including an electric motocross bike, ripstik castor board, hoverboard, Kan Jam game and lots more.
VR Headset - Google Cardboard
  
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A virtual reality headset is a super fun gift. And for the price of a google cardboard set it's hard to go wrong.
It turns a smartphone into the a 3D device. Play 3D games, watch videos in 3D and explore 3D enviroments. Firstly download the cardboard app to your phone and place it into the front of the device which you then wear. It fits most phone between 4 and 6 inches. |
You can then experience the immersive, fun, exciting world of VR and enjoy 360 degree panoramic videos and photos.
Enjoy a 3D movie, immerse yourself in a 3D game, experience a rollercoaster ride, hang off the side of the mountain travel through space or walk around a city you are not familiar with.
Tons of fun!
Enjoy a 3D movie, immerse yourself in a 3D game, experience a rollercoaster ride, hang off the side of the mountain travel through space or walk around a city you are not familiar with.
Tons of fun!
Watch
  
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A watch makes a fantastic, practical gift that a teen boy will get a lot of use out of.
The Invicta watch opposite is a stylish and classic watch which is a good choice for everyday wear. It has some useful features which include being water resistant to 100m (no worries if he forgets to take it off in the shower or wears it in the rain). It also has bold hands and indicies, and ribbed chronograph subdials. |
Stocking Filler - Reaction Ball.
  
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The SKLZ 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. |
Space Pen
  
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This is a pen but no ordinary pen.
Originally designed to work in space, this pen has some really useful qualities down on Earth too. It will let you write on any surface, so no worries about leaning on a wall or having to write on something rugged it will still work. |
It's the perfect size to carry in a wallet, glove box or pocket meaning that he can always have a pen to hand even when he forgets to take his pencil case to school.
It will work in extremely cold temperatures, under water, upside down or at any angle. Write on wet or greasy items and this pen doesn't fail to deliver.
It will work in extremely cold temperatures, under water, upside down or at any angle. Write on wet or greasy items and this pen doesn't fail to deliver.
Portable Charger
  
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This handy portable charger is the perfect stocking stuffer.
It can easily fit in a pocket or anywhere in a bag. It will give teen boys extra peace of mind that if his phone runs out of battery he has a back up. Parents also have peace of mind that they can contact them if he needs to. . |
The charger can add over one charge (6 hours talktime) to an iPhone 6, almost one charge to a Galaxy S6 or around one charge to most other phones.
It is quick to charge as well
It is quick to charge as well
Wireless Charger
  
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If he has a compatible QI phone (which includes some of the newer iphones and Samsung phones) a wireless charger is an awesome gadget to have plugged in next to his nightstand.
Just put it onto the charging pad to wirelessly charger your device. It also chargers apple airpods. |
Gaming Gifts
  
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If he enjoys playing video games, this opens another huge range of ideas.
One is a gaming chair like the one featured which is designed to give comfort and support during gaming sessions. Other gifts gamers might like include the latest video games, gaming headphones. a new gaming monitor, xbox live card, gaming mouse, a gaming PC, a game capture device so he can record his gaming experience or a new games console such as the Nintendo Switch. |
If all else fails a voucher so he can buy a new game is always a winner.
Gaming T Shirt
  
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This is the ideal t-shirt for a gamer with a sense of humor.
It's soft and smooth t-shirt with a high thread count made of 100% cotton. The t-shirt is available in lots of different sizes so you can find the perfect fit. |
Grooming
By age 16 many young men want to look and feel good so grooming gifts such as electric shavers, moisturizer, electric toothbrushes and cologne are appreciated. Check out some ideas below:
Electric Shaver
  
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An electric shaver can be a good gift for teens. It takes less time to shave everyday and in the long run it shaving will work out cheaper.
When choosing an electric shaver for teens, it's good to look for one which is easy to clean and one which offers minimial irritation. |
The Braun 3 ProSkin 3040s men's electric razor is a good choice.
It offers a powerful motor and battery.
It can be used for both wet and dry shaving.
The unique sensofoil and free floating head system provides a close, even and smooth shave
It's fully waterproof – can be used with shaving foam or gel
The waterproof seal makes cleaning easy – you can even shave in the shower.
It offers a powerful motor and battery.
It can be used for both wet and dry shaving.
The unique sensofoil and free floating head system provides a close, even and smooth shave
It's fully waterproof – can be used with shaving foam or gel
The waterproof seal makes cleaning easy – you can even shave in the shower.
Electric Toothbrush
  
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An electric toothbrush is definitely a gift that he will use everyday!
This brush featured is a rechargeable toothbrush with 2 weeks lifetime between charges. But the handle could be left on the charger at all times to ensure constant charge. |
The sonic technology cleans with up to 31,000 brush strokes per minute
It removes 2x more plaque than a manual toothbrush.
The 2 minute timer helps ensure recommended brushing time
It removes 2x more plaque than a manual toothbrush.
The 2 minute timer helps ensure recommended brushing time
Blackhead Remover Kit
  
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Many 16 year olds suffer with blackheads and pimples.
Help him get rid of them with this set of tools to help remove blackheads. A diagram is provided to let you know how to use each tool. There is a tin to keep them and transport them in. A great stocking filler. |
Nail Clipper Travel & Grooming Kit
  
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A nail clipper travel and grooming gift is a great options for all the teen boys in your life.
The set is excellent quality made of top quality black steel which is hardwearing and never rusts . If he looks after the set it should last him a long time. There are tools for giving the perfect man manicure or pedicure. |
Foodie Gifts
What teenage boy doesn't like to eat. At age 16 teenage boys are eating a lot!! Here are a couple of gifts so they can get some snacks quickly
Popcorn Maker
  
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This popcorn maker will allow him to make a popcorn snack in under 4 minutes in the microwave.
It's simple to use. Add kernels to the popcorn maker, add salt and put in the microwave. It's easy to clean as well. Pop it in the dishwasher or wash by hand. |
Rapid Ramen Noodle Maker
  
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Cook ramen in under 3 minutes in the microwave.
Easy to use and easy to clean. Put in the noodles, fill the water to the marked line and then cook in the microwave. A super quick snack! |
Candy
  
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There's not many teen boys who wouldn't be pleased if they had candy personally delivered to them.
There's an assortment of twix bars, m&ms and snickers in this pack. A great gift for those with a sweet tooth!What's not to like? |
Gag Gift
  
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Each bar of soap contains some kind of bill.
And it's also awesome for washing your hands! What's not to like? It's a fun gift that works great as a stocking stuffer or just as a small gag gift. It's particularly good when you are not sure what to get. |
16th Birthday
Shopping specifically for a 16th birthday...Check out the gifts below.
Back in 2004
  
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This fun poster makes a fab gift for a 16th birthday or as a display at a 16th birthday party. It displays lots of interesting facts about how life was 16 years ago.
It makes interesting reading for the teen in question and for everybody else who sees it. And the best thing about it is it's something he can keep for years to come. You can frame it or just have it as a poster to show in his room during his 16th year. |
Happy 16th Birthday Mug
  
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A 16th birthday mug is a practical gift to celebrate this milestone birthday but also ensure he has a handy mug for his hot beverage.
The mug is ideal for everyday use. Brilliant for hot chocolate, tea or coffee. It comes beautifully presented in a gift box. And it also comes with a spoon and lid. |
Personlized Pocket Wallet
  
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This simple bracelet is engraved with the following message:
To my son, always remember you are braver than you believe, stronger than you seem, smarter thatn you think and loved more than you know. It's a lovely message to give to a son who is growing up and will be out on their own more and more in the big wide world. |
Vintage 2004 T-Shirt
  
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A lightweight and classic fit t-shirt which is great for a 16th birthday gift.
As it says nothing about being 16 but is focused on the year he was born, it means that this t-shirt can be worn for years to come. It is fab to wear it at a birthday party as the guest of honor or use it for casual everyday wear. |
If All Else Fails.....
If all else fails, you can't go wrong with money or a voucher. But don't just give it to them in a card, make them work for it.....
Money Puzzle - Brain Teasing Maze For Cash or Gift Cards
  
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Place a money in the maze.
The recipitent has solve the puzzle to get the money. Make them work for their dollars! It makes giving cash for birthdays or Christmas much more fun. The time taken to solve the puzzle does seem to vary from person to person. |
The puzzle is challenging but not overwhelming
The box is reusable and can be regifted or try and see if you can beat your time solving the maze.
The box is reusable and can be regifted or try and see if you can beat your time solving the maze.
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