The best gadget gifts for dad are the clever bits of kit he will actually use, from finding lost keys to pouring a proper pint at home.
Prices checked on Amazon UK, 6 October 2026.
The best gadget gifts for dad are the clever bits of kit he will actually use, from finding lost keys to pouring a proper pint at home. This guide rounds up six gadgets from Amazon UK, with prices checked on 6 October 2026. Our overall pick is the Apple AirTag (2nd generation) at £29, a small tracker that shows where his keys, wallet or bag are in Apple's Find My app. For a small budget, the Tapo P110 smart plug was £9 and lets him switch a lamp or appliance on and off from his phone. For some family fun, the Thumbs Up Mini Arcade Machine packs 240 retro games for £24.99. You will also find the Guinness Nitrosurge, a four-device car charger and a 60-in-1 precision screwdriver set. Prices change often, so check the live price before you buy.
Our picks
Apple AirTag (2nd generation)
Apple AirTag (2nd generation)
£29.00
Best overall
Tapo P110 Smart Plug with Energy Monitoring
Tapo P110 Smart Plug with Energy Monitoring
£9.00
Best budget
Thumbs Up Mini Arcade Machine
Thumbs Up Mini Arcade Machine
£24.99
Best for families
How we pick
We shortlist products sold on Amazon UK using capacity, features, customer ratings and price band. We do not lab-test every model unless a page says so. The Amazon page is the live price. How we recommend.
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The products
Buying advice
Our top picks
Best overall: Apple AirTag (2nd generation) (£29.00). A coin-sized tracker for the dad who is always looking for his keys. The Amazon UK listing says you attach it to an item and keep track of it in the Find My app, with step-by-step Precision Finding directions on iPhone and now Apple Watch. Apple says the new model has a 50% louder speaker with a new chime, and upgraded Ultra Wideband and Bluetooth chips so items can be found from further away. It is built for Apple's Find My, so it suits a dad with an iPhone.
Best budget: Tapo P110 Smart Plug (£9.00). A simple first smart-home gadget. The listing says it works with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant for voice control, can be switched from anywhere in the free Tapo app, supports schedules and timers, and monitors the energy use of whatever is plugged in. It is rated up to 13A.
Best for the whole family: Thumbs Up Mini Arcade Machine (£24.99). A desk-sized arcade cabinet with 240 built-in 8-bit games, a 2.5-inch colour screen and an eight-way joystick, according to the listing. It is a fun one to pass around after Christmas dinner.
Other gadget gifts for dad
Guinness Draught Nitrosurge Device (£21.99). For the Guinness fan. The listing says it uses ultrasonic technology to create the Guinness surge at home: connect a cold Nitrosurge can, press the button and pour. Nitrosurge cans are sold separately, so add a pack if you want it ready to use on the day.
LISEN Retractable Car Charger 84W (£15.33). For the dad who drives a lot. The listing says it charges four devices at once at up to 84W, has retractable cables and a plug that rotates 180° to clear gear levers and cup holders.
WEARXI 60 in 1 Precision Screwdriver Set (£12.91). For fiddly repairs on glasses, remotes and gadgets. The listing says it has 60 bits with magnetic tips and anti-slip handles, and the gift box doubles as a storage case.
What to look for in gadget gifts for dad
Check his phone. The AirTag is made for Apple's Find My, so it suits an iPhone user. The Tapo plug uses its own app and works with Alexa or Google Assistant, and the LISEN charger has cables for different phones.
Think about extra costs. The Guinness Nitrosurge needs Nitrosurge cans, which are sold separately.
Match the gadget to his habits. A driver will use the car charger daily, a tinkerer will reach for the screwdriver set, and a retro gamer will love the mini arcade.
Keep it simple. Gadgets that work out of the box, like the arcade or the screwdriver set, are easier to enjoy on Christmas Day than ones that need a long setup.
Prices note
All six picks were between £9.00 and £29.00 on Amazon UK when we checked on 6 October 2026. Prices and stock change often, so check the live price on Amazon before you buy.
Frequently asked questions
What to buy a dad who has everything?
Something small and clever that improves a daily habit is a safe bet. A tracker such as the Apple AirTag (£29) helps with lost keys, a smart plug such as the Tapo P110 (£9) adds app and voice control to a lamp, and a mini arcade or Guinness Nitrosurge is more of a treat. Prices were checked on Amazon UK on 6 October 2026.
Are AirTags worth it?
They are worth it for an iPhone user who often misplaces keys, wallets or bags. The listing says the 2nd generation AirTag works with the Find My app, gives step-by-step directions on iPhone and Apple Watch, and has a 50% louder speaker than before. It is less useful for someone without an Apple device.
Does AirTag work with Android?
AirTag is designed for Apple's Find My app, which runs on Apple devices such as the iPhone and Apple Watch named on the listing. If your dad uses an Android phone, choose a tracker that is made for Android instead.
Is a smart plug worth it?
A smart plug is worth it if you want to switch a lamp or appliance on a schedule or from your phone. The Tapo P110 listing says it works with Alexa and Google Assistant, supports schedules and timers, and shows how much energy the plugged-in device uses, all for £9 when we checked on 6 October 2026.
Can smart plugs save you money?
A smart plug does not cut energy use by itself, but it can help you spot and switch off devices you leave running. The Tapo P110 monitors the power use of whatever is plugged into it in the Tapo app, and its schedules and timers can turn things off automatically when they are not needed.
