Father’s Day 2024 falls on Sunday, June 16 and is a great opportunity to find bargains on the best tech and general “Dad stuff.” Time is running out, so we’ve rounded up the best last-minute deals you can quickly get your hands on.
And these don’t even have to be for your father. Whether you’re a son, daughter, father or mother, you may want to snag some deals for yourself.
Apple AirPods (Gen 2) with Lightning Charging Case
Whether you’re listening to music, podcasts or phone calls, Apple AirPods are always fantastic choices, and they’ll make a great gift for Father’s Day. Usually available for $129, you can snatch the AirPods for a mere $80 right now, the best price we’ve seen thus far. Add in the fact that you get a total of 24 hours of listening time with the charging Case and easy access to Siri, and you have a great gift any iPhone user will love.
Hanycony Surge Protector Power Strip
Hanycony
Hanycony
Hanycony
Yes, we are recommending a surge protector—because we all need more, and this one has a super versatile design, and costs only $12.33 on Amazon. It has eight widely spaced AC outlets and four USB ports, including two USB-C. Even though it’s packed with outlets, this isn’t a large power strip because it comes with a three-sided layout. The outlets are also big enough not to block adjacent outlets, which is always good to consider.
Journey ALTI Wireless Charging Desk Mat
Eugen Wegmann
Eugen Wegmann
Eugen Wegmann
The reversible ALTI desk mat—20% off for father’s day with code “GIFT20″—features a built-in wireless charging panel that fast-charges your smartphone and earbuds at the same time. Pull open the ALTI to stow paper and notes, removing clutter even further. It works with Android phones, iPhones and earbuds that support wireless charging. It’s down to $104 with the code!
Gerber Gear Utility Pocket Knife with Money Clip
One thing every dad will love is the Gerber Gear Utility Pocket Knife with Money Clip, which is now on sale for Father’s Day at $14, down from $18. This is a super versatile tool that comes with a sharp utility razor blade, perfect for everyday tasks. Obviously, you can replace the blade when it goes dull. The knife is compact and will neatly fit into a pocket (no more losing that utility knife!). It even has a money clip, so Dad doesn’t even have to carry his wallet when he’s out and about.
Ember Smart Mug 2
Everyone enjoys a hot coffee in the morning, right? The Ember Smart Mug 2 is now on sale for Father’s Day at $103.95, down from $129.95. This innovative mug will keep drinks warm to the perfect temperature for up to 80 minutes on a full charge, or all day if sat on the charging coaster. You or dad can use the app to choose temperatures between 120°F and 145°F, making for a custom experience.
GoPro HERO10 Black
Snag a top action camera at nearly half price. If you’re going on any fun adventures this summer, you’ll want to make sure you can record them in fantastic quality—5K video capture at 60fps. What better way to capture those adventures than with the GoPro HERO10 Black? It’s down to $229 from $450, making for an impressive 49% discount on Amazon. It’s a fantastic purchase for adventure enthusiasts and extreme sports fans alike.
Char-Broil Electric Grill
Char-Broil
Char-Broil
Char-Broil
The Char-Broil Electric Grill is now on sale for Father’s Day at $170, down from $250—a 32% discount. This electric grill offers the convenience of grilling without using gas or charcoal. Just pop this in an outlet, and it will reach the necessary high temperatures super fast. The grill has a special cooking technology that seeks to create juicy and evenly cooked food. So, if your father’s tired of using the same old grill every time, this Char-Broil is a good option, especially as the 320 square inches of cooking space can fit about 12 medium-sized burger patties.
ASUS ProArt Display 23.8-inch Monitor
Fantastic monitors are hard to come by in the sub-$200 price range. And yet, here’s the Asus ProArt Display PA247CV, down by 27% to $145 on Amazon. This is a fantastic price for a 24-inch, 1080p, IPS monitor, and one of the best prices we’ve seen for this model.
Wyze Cam v4 2K HD Wi-Fi Smart Home Security Camera
With an MSRP of $35.98, the Wyze Cam v4 may be just what you need to keep an eye on your home, pets, and kids. The 28% discount on Amazon makes this camera an even more enticing purchase at $26. With the Wyze Cam v4, you won’t need any subscriptions to view your own recordings—just add in a microSD card of up to 512GB and record 24/7 locally. For just $26, this camera is a steal (pun intended).
23andme Ancestry Service (US)
Get $20 off on 23andme’s basic DNA kit. After testing at home, you will receive 50-plus reports including Ancestry Composition, Ancestry Detail Reports, Maternal & Paternal Haplogroups, and Neanderthal Ancestry. It’s only $99, down from $119 on 23andme. Bonus idea: Buy one for yourself and compare dad’s DNA to yours!
At just $25 on Amazon, this compact multi-tool offers 12 essential functions, including needle nose pliers, wire cutters, tweezers, a bottle opener, a package opener, a plain edge blade folding knife, scissors, small and medium flat head drivers, fine and coarse files. That’s a long list, but we’re sure you or dad will find use for at least one of them every day.
PCWorld’s deals section is also full of the latest and greatest tech deals, and we’ a’re always on top of the best laptop deals and desktop deals picked by the PCWorld team. If you’re an iPhone or Mac user, check out Macworld’s iPhone user gift guide and Mac user gift guide.
Other retailers offering Father’s Day deals
Many retailers are offering discounts for Father’s Day, including Amazon, Walmart, and Best Buy. Check out Zagg for power and protection gadgets and accessories, Chipolo for AirTag Bluetooth tracker alternatives, Casely for Phone cases and chargers with code SPF25, 23andme has 35% off its popular DNA kits, and Thermoworks, where you can find the best thermometer deals for helping with barbeques and smart home devices.
