20 Awesome Gifts for Tween Boys Based on What They Love

3D printing is the latest craze among kids and tweens alike and this pen combines creativity with technology together for a fun and easy activity. It comes with a silicone drawing surface to bring designs to life, 10 colorful filaments, and a variety of nozzles to alternate between to prevent unwanted clogs and snags.

Compatible with any iPhone, the Backbone controller allows your tween to play hundreds of titles on a variety of gaming services, including Apple Arcade, Xbox Game Pass, and more.

Add games to your library and record, edit, and share gameplay directly through the Backbone app. You can even voice chat with friends as you play!

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Go ahead and transform your living room or backyard into a battle ground and laser tag arena with this fun set. It comes with for laser wands and vests, meaning your tween boy and their friends and/or siblings can have fun tracking each other down in an intense game of laser tag.

This flying disc can light up in over 16 million colors (yes, you read that right) as it soars through the air. It only takes 30 minutes to fully charge, then you can go ahead and throw it over a thousand times while changing color combinations and styles.

Tween boys with active lifestyles and hormone changes might start to sweat more — and that’s okay. This body spray can help get rid of unwanted body odor with ingredients like aloe vera, omega 3 and 6 fatty acids, and zinc, and leave them with a refreshing citrus scent.

It’s small enough to fit in a backpack or gym bag for easy access after sports practice, when a quick refresh may be warranted.

Perfect for the tween boy who wants to blow off steam outside or down in the basement, this assortment of obstacles is all he’ll need to build strength and coordination — or just have fun.

The set comes with two slack lines and various accessories and obstacles. With a weight limit of up to 600 pounds, he can even invite over a few friends!

Many tweens want to foster a sense of independence and a mini fridge is the ideal way to do that. Made to fit up to six cans, this plug-in fridge can be placed in a game room or bedroom for easy access with the lift of a finger. It’s available in four different colors (red, white, pink, and green) and uses thermoelectric technology to help conserve energy.

Beloved by Australians, Hookey is a classic ring-toss game that can be played solo, in pairs, or on teams. It’s kind of like darts, only we don’t entirely trust tween boys throwing pointy objects, so everyone can enjoy this game in complete comfort! This set includes a carry case for fun anywhere you go.

Tweens are usually interested in participating in the latest trends, especially ones that are good riffs on a throwback, and the Shocktato is one of them.

Pass along the toy (hot) potato and wait in anticipation for a jolt that leaves players laughing and smiling. This game is perfect for birthday parties, game nights, or hang-out sessions where an element of surprise is needed.

Perfect for the living room or their bedroom, this super-soft bean bag chair is filled with just the right amount of fluffy, lightweight beans for a comfortable gaming, reading, TV, or homework spot.

As beans compress over time (it happens), keep the seat cozy (and reduce waste) by refilling the shell. New beans are sold separately.

Release your tween boy’s inner Viking or ninja with this set. Throw (plastic!) axes at the bristled target, solo or against a friend. The set includes three throwing axes and a bristle target board.

Everyone loves sleep, especially tween boys who are out playing with their friends, doing homework, or just enjoying life. This larger-than-life dog bed is designed for humans with a vegan fur exterior and a 360-degree supportive plush pillow bolster for optimal comfort. Plus, there’s a side pocket big enough to hold those nighttime essentials, like a Nintendo Switch or favorite book, for easy access.

This fast-paced role-playing card game is as brutal as it is adorable! You and up to five friends are bands of heroes who must gather all different card types into your hand to win… or, you can use your cards to defeat three monsters. Easy to learn, but delightfully frustrating to conquer.

This isn’t a little-kid Lego set. We love this beautiful kit with true-to-form models of real Tokyo landmarks, including Tokyo Tower, Mode Gakuen Cocoon Tower, Tokyo Big Sight, Tokyo Skytree, Chidorigafuchi Park, Shibuya Crossing, and more. Each landmark is scaled to give an accurate representation of the comparative size of each.

With this monthly subscription box, your tween boy will have a chance to try hands-on projects that promote timeless skills like wood carving, basket weaving, and even scrimshaw. Each crate includes all the materials they’ll need, including reusable tools and easy-to-follow instructions.

These noise-canceling, waterproof Bluetooth earbuds can be charged for up to 5 hours of battery life and controlled with a simple touch.

Recharge in the carry case, which holds 80 hours of charge time, conveniently displays charge levels, and can also be used for phones and other devices.

Archery is a fun, time-honored hobby that requires patience, concentration, and practice. This set from outdoor experts L.L.Bean comes with everything your kid will need to start hitting bullseyes, including a beautifully designed recurve bow, three arrows, a hip quiver, armguard, and even a paper target.

Doesn’t it feel like we all had that one friend with a foosball table in their basement when we were growing up? Every time you went, that’s what you wanted to play. Why not give your tween boy the chance to be that friend? This table set has 10 options for friendly competition, from foosball to pool to ping pong.

Your tween boy will get to explore from above with this mini drone. Equipped with an HD camera, it captures pictures and live video and can even stream beautiful scenery in real-time.

Voice and gesture control make it easy to use, with commands like “take off” and “landing.”

A cushion of air helps this contraption glide on hardwood, tile, short carpets, and even asphalt. It’s perfect for practicing fancy footwork when you can’t make it to the field (and for helping ensure he doesn’t kick a soccer ball in the house and knock over that fragile family heirloom… again).