Valentine's Day Gifts For Him

If you're still figuring out what to get your boyfriend for Valentine's Day, shipping time is definitely becoming a factor. Fortunately if you have Amazon Prime, this means the world is still pretty much your oyster. Free two-day shipping goes a long way in excusing the sin of procrastination. Of course it doesn't solve all your problems. If you still don't even have an idea of what he wants, it may be too embarrassing to ask at this point. You could rely on the suggestions in Amazon's Valentine's Day Gift Shop, but choices like the Soft Rock Mix in their "Gifts of Gadgetry" section and a stick of deodorant in the "Gifts for Him" section may not be a hit with everyone. Instead, I would suggest perusing a little-known section curated entirely by the collective id of Amazon's gigantic customer base–the revelatory list of Amazon's Most Wished For Items. There you will find the products most often added to Wishlists and Registries, helpfully broken down by department. While the Best Sellers list is full of unexciting staples like tube socks and batteries, and the list of the most popular products ordered as gifts is simply a document of what people think others would like, the Most Wished For Items list stands as a testament to all the things people want, but don't want to buy for themselves. The whole list is full of good Valentine's Day gifts, but to make my selection the item must also be eligible for Prime and also currently on sale:

For The Gamer

Ticket To Ride ($49.99, $39.99) This game consistently makes everyone's list of modern board game classics. Fun and infinitely replay-able, the rules are simple to learn while the game itself is hard to master. Best of all: it can be played with just two people. See more board games everyone is asking for here.

For The Electronics Lover

Echo Dot - 2nd Generation ($49.99, $39.99) This tiny hands-free, voice-controlled device uses Alexa to play music, control smart home devices, make calls, send and receive messages, provide information, read the news, set music alarms, read audiobooks, control Amazon Video on Fire TV, and more. See more electronics everyone is asking for here.

For The Conflicted Luddite

Fossil FTW1122 Q Grant Gen 2 Hybrid Smartwatch ($155, $116.25) This timepiece's rich leather band and classically designed face hide the workings of technologically advanced smartwatch. Compatible with both android and iPhone systems, the Fossil Q Grant has a built-in fitness tracker, controls your phone's camera and music, and notifies you about text, email, and social media alerts. See more of the men's fashion that everyone is asking for here.

For The Forgetful (Or The Guy With A Lot On His Mind)

Tile Mate ($24.99, $19.47) The world's smallest bluetooth tracker can attach to a keychain or anything else you always misplace. Lose the keychain? Use your smartphone to make the Tile sound and help you locate it. Lose your phone? Activate the tile and it will make your phone ring, even if the ringer is set to silent! Lose both the Tile and your phone? Have you tried retracing your steps? See more of the Launchpad products everyone is asking for here.

For The Fledgling Handyman

Stanley 94-248 65-Piece Homeowner's Tool Kit ($49.99, $40.50) This kit is absolutely indispensable for anyone newly on their own and bereft of their parent's tools. If his decor is mostly scotch taped posters and cinderblock and plywood bookshelves, this could be just what he needs. See more of the tools and home improvement items everyone is asking for here.

For The Gourmand

Lodge 10 1/4-inch Pre-Seasoned Skillet ($26.68, $13.96) A well cared for piece of cast-iron from Lodge is the type of thing that can become a family heirloom. It's also the only thing that will give meat a proper sear on the stove, so if your boyfriend or husband likes to cook a lot, this is really a gift for you as well. See more of the kitchen and dining products everyone is asking for here.

For The Handsomely Hirsute

Beard Grooming & Trimming Kit ($79.97, $34.97) If you've grown tired of the wild and wooly look, this kit can help tame the beast. It contains a brush, a comb, beard oil, beard balm, and some sharp barber's scissors, all contained in a handsome storage box. See more beauty and personal care items everyone is asking for here.