Gifts for 17 Year Old Boy:
29 Gift Ideas He Will Love
Luckily for you, we have gathered a list of twenty-nine fantastic gifts for a 17 year old boy that are sure to go down a treat.
Our meticulously curated list includes a variety of gifts, from fun gadgets to unique video game accessories, we are confident you’ll find the perfect gift for the teenage son, brother, nephew, grandson or friend in your life.
Check out our pick of the best gifts for a 17 year old boy below.


Manual to Manhood Book
As they start saying goodbye to their carefree adolescence and begin to take on the prospect of becoming a responsible adult, they’ll need all the help they can get!
The ‘Manual to Manhood’ is the go-to resource that will provide a young boy with all the knowledge he’ll need to face his upcoming venture into adulthood.
Custom Birth Year Print
This minimalist piece of artwork is a great statement piece and will look the part wherever it’s placed thanks to its simple and stylish design.
Printed onto premium 230gsm archival matte paper, this is a high-quality piece of bespoke artwork that would make one of the ideal gifts for a 17 year old boy at Christmas or on his birthday!
Personalised Neon Name Sign
Each name is hand cut from 6mm clear acrylic, with a neon EL wire fixed to it to light up the individual’s name. The light is battery operated and can be mounted onto a wall using picture tacks or wall fixings.
This awesome light gives off a soft neon glow which looks fantastic at night time and in low-level light conditions.
Custom Straight Outta Hometown Print
Based on the movie ‘Straight Outta Compton’, the art print can be personalised with the recipients own home town or place where they grew up.
You can even add the year they were born, the number of years they lived there or the first line of their address as an extra bit of personalisation in the bottom right-hand corner of this trendy print.
Lego Technic Bugatti Chiron
The 1:8 scale model captures the essence of the real hypercar in unbelievable detail. It features detailed brake discs, front and rear double-wishbone independent suspension and even a functioning gearbox.
A little bit of patience and perseverance will be required to put together this impressive model which contains 3,599 pieces!
Retro Sweets Gift Box
Crammed full of classic favourites such as DipDab, Jazzles, Whams and Flumps, this selection box is jam-packed with sugar-infested goodies that everyone loves to eat.
Beautifully presented in a retro candy-striped gift box with a window, this selection of nostalgic sweets is sure to make a young boy smile on his 17th birthday.
Scratch the World Travel Map
The idea of this quirky gift is to scratch off the gold foil from each of the countries you’ve travelled to, revealing the colourful map below it.
As a young 17-year-old boy, he’ll have his whole life ahead of him to scratch away as many countries as possible.
Natural Bamboo Phone Stand With Sound Amplifier
This bamboo phone stand props up any smartphone at the perfect angle for watching videos, reading e-books, video calls and much more.
Made from 100% natural bamboo, the functional design has two notches cut into it, one for phones and another for tablets, and it even has a built-in sound amplifier for blasting out his favourite tunes.
Personalised Headphone Stand
The simple yet innovative design features a plexiglass bracket which slots into a wooden base. With a choice of wooden stands and plexiglass colours to choose from, you can tailor this gift to your recipient’s preferences.
You can even personalise the base with his initials or name to make this a truly unique gift for a boy who is celebrating his 17th birthday.
Anker Ultra High Capacity Power Bank
Make sure their battery never goes empty by treating them to an Anker PowerCore 20100 power bank.
This 20000mAh battery-powered charger will fully charge a smartphone up to 8 times and a tablet twice, making it an incredibly practical gift for a 17-year-old boy on his birthday!
Colour Changing LED Strip Lights
The 15m roll of LED lights can be cut to size and fixed to walls, behind screens and underneath furniture to create a cosy ambience using millions of colour combinations. He’ll be able to control the brightness, colours, settings and timer from the comfort of the sofa by using the remote or the smart app ‘Illumi Home’.
You’ll be sure to ‘wow’ a young man by treating him to this excellent tech gift.
Pac-Man Lamp
Teach them about the origins of video games by treating a 17-year-old boy to this funky Pac-man lamp! Pac-man munched it’s way into arcade games back in the 1980’s, and since then has achieved legendary status within the gaming world.
This fun lamp is remotely operated and can even play 12 different sound effects from the original video game.
PlayStation Icon Light
Featuring the four infamous symbols sitting atop a sleek black plinth, this fantastic light emits a soft, colourful glow and it would make an ideal addition to a bedroom or gaming den. It has three lighting modes – static, colour phasing and party mode – to create the perfect mood for any gaming occasion.
8-Bit Pixel Game Over Light
This homage to the 8-bit gaming era lights up in a variety of colours and can pulsate along with a musical beat.
If you’re looking for a unique gift for a 17-year-old boy, this light-up collectable would be ideal!
SteelSeries Arctis Pro Wireless Gaming Headset
This top of the range piece of technology is equipped with 2.4G wireless lossless audio, Bluetooth connectivity and a ClearCast microphone for delivering studio-quality audio to gaming opponents all over the world.
Made from high-quality polished steel and aluminium alloy, this headset comes with two chargeable batteries, so he’ll never have to worry about missing out on vital gaming time whilst they recharge!
GTPLAYER Gaming Chair
The GTPlayer gaming chair offers a well-engineered ergonomic design which encourages a comfortable posture and offers next-level comfort.
It has adjustable armrests, 90~170° reclining and rocking, 360°swivel and removable head/lumbar pillows to provide an out of this world gaming experience!
Logitech G29 Racing Wheel & Floor Pedals
This cool piece of kit simulates the feeling of driving a real car with precision steering and pressure-sensitive pedals.
With stainless steel paddle shifters and pedals, hand-stitched leather wheel cover and solid steel ball bearings in the wheel shaft, he’ll feel just like a real racing driver when burning virtual rubber against his mates!
Amazon Echo
The voice-controlled home hub is the all-singing, all-dancing personal assistant that everyone needs in their life. From weather reports to blasting out everyone’s favourite music albums, Alexa is there to help day-to-day life run smoothly.
The new-look 4th generation Echo has powerful speakers to deliver rich, detailed sound to any room.
Shower Bluetooth Speaker
The water and dustproof IP67 rated gadget can even blast out music in the shower, and the innovative stick pad means it can grip to any smooth and flat surface.
With up to 8 hours of playtime, this impressive gadget has a 100ft Bluetooth connection range and even has a built-in charging cable for maximum efficiency.
Bluetooth Music Beanie Hat
Made from a soft knit fabric, the beanie hat offers maximum warmth and comfort during winter months, making it a perfect gift for anyone who is into winter sports, hiking, running or mountain biking.
The superior Bluetooth 5.0 technology has an excellent wireless range of up to 65ft and produces premium-quality sound from the 110DB HD stereo.
Electric Hoverboard with Bluetooth Speaker
The high-powered, rechargeable battery allows the hoverboard to last up to 15km on one charge, making it a great method of transport for short journeys.
The built-in speakers can connect via Bluetooth to blast out his favourite tunes whilst he travels about in style.
Drone with 4K UHD Camera
The Holy Stone HS700D FPV drone has a 4K UHD 90° adjustable camera with 5G transmission to offer a panoramic view and will produce stunning video footage from the sky. It has built-in GPS, allowing you to set a predetermined flight path for the drone to follow, or it can even find its way home on its own if the signal is lost!
The high-capacity battery powers up to 22 minutes of flight to immerse yourself in before it needs a charge.
GoPro HERO 9 Black Action Camera
It has front and rear touch screen display to make it easier to frame the perfect shot. You can even stream live footage to friends and family via the GoPro app so that they can live those incredible moments with you.
The GoPro HERO 9 is packed with fantastic features, making it an excellent gift for a thrill-seeking teenager.
10-Piece Male Grooming Kit
The travel-sized pouch contains all the essential tools he’ll need to stay looking polished and refined, including nail scissors, nail clippers, a sapphire nail file, tweezers, nose hair scissors, a travel toothbrush, a hair comb, a shoehorn and a nail cuticle pusher.
Personalised Leather Toiletry Bag
Handmade from the best quality leather, this stylish wash bag can also be embossed with his name or initials to make it an extra special gift on his 17th birthday.
With four colours of leather to choose from, this is a timeless gift that will see him well into adulthood.
Handmade Personalised Buffalo Leather Wallet
Handmade from premium quality buffalo leather, this stunning wallet has a section for banknotes, bank cards and there’s even a handy coin pocket for storing any loose change!
You can also emboss the wallet with up to 6 characters, making this a fantastic and unique birthday gift.
Timex Men’s Weekender Chronograph Watch
The versatile watch has a quick-release interchangeable strap and a choice of colours to choose from, so it is a watch for all occasions.
Made from quality and durable materials that are made to last, this watch is water-resistant, has a revolutionary INDIGLO backlight and a scratch-resistant mineral glass face.
Ray-Ban Aviator Sunglasses
Many other brands have replicated their trademark design, but nothing compares to the real deal!
This pair of Ray-Ban aviator sunglasses come with a choice of lens colours, all of which offer sun glare reduction and UV protection.
Under Armour Duffel Gym Bag
It features two large front zipped organisation pockets, a removable padded shoulder strap, a vented pocket for laundry or shoes and internal slip pockets for smaller items.
Come rain or shine, the UA Storm technology ensures the bag keeps it’s contents warm and dry!