Are you looking for a gift for your 10 year old son, grandson, nephew, or maybe your son’s friends? Here are the top birthday presents for 10 year old boy that are hot right now.
Trying to figure out birthday presents for 10 year old boy can be tricky. Is he going to play with it, is he going to use it, or will he grow out of it too fast?
As a mom of an almost 10 year old boy (and 2 more coming up behind him), I am giving you 29 great options of birthday presents for 10 year old boys.
From toys, games, sports, and more, you will have so many great options to choose from to fit your birthday boy perfectly.
Let's jump into the best birthday presents for 10 year old boys.
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Best Birthday Presents For 10 Year Old Boy
Our Top Picks
With the help of my almost 10 year old son, our top picks are highlighted and marked "*".
Best Birthday Presents For 10 Year Old Boy
Toys
1. 12 in 1 STEM Robot
Does your son love STEM as much as mine does? If so, you have to check out this 12-in-1 robot.
It is going to keep your birthday boy entertained for hours.
What I think is cool about this guy is that it is solar-powered.
2. Books
Becoming 10 can mean a very busy schedule but don’t forget to encourage reading. It is still incredibly important for him.
When you are playing taxi for him to all his events, have him read books in the car.
These are 3 great book series for 10-year-old boys.
3. Voice Changer
I am sure just like your son, my son, nephews, and all their friends love being silly.
This voice changer gives them 1 more way they can be just that.
I have played with it too, and it is pretty fun!
4. Legos*
Who doesn’t love Legos? They have been around for ages and help kids be so creative.
While there are so many great kits to choose from like the Lego Mars Shuttle and Lego Star Wars Clone Trooper, I would have to say I like the classic Lego set the best.
This is what I see my boys gravitate to the most and get the most creative with.
If he has enough Legos and loves playing with them, you need to see this Lego Chain Reactions.
It is fun to build these moving machines and watch them work.
5. Remote Control Car or Boat
Boys have a blast with a remote control anything. They will spend hours using them.
My boys have this remote-control car and they work inside and out. I love playing with them too!
My oldest son is looking at this remote-control boat. It looks fantastic, and it has a rechargeable battery.
6. National Geographic Kits
Is science your birthday boy's jam?
These science experiment kits are so fun to do on a lazy weekend, a rainy day, and even during the summer.
All 4 of my kids, who have very different interests, love working with these and keep asking for more.
7. Nerf Guns
Oh, nerf guns, I just can’t figure out if I like you. You keep my boys and their friends entertained for hours and hours (I love playing too).
However, did you have to have enough power to break my picture frame?
Anywho, your birthday boy will have just as much fun with them as my boys do.
Best Birthday Presents For 10 Year Old Boy
Games
8. Ticket to Ride
This game can get competitive and is a blast!
My son got Ticket to Ride just this last Christmas and we have already played it several times.
9. Gravity Maze
My 11-year-old nephew got Gravity Maze for Christmas last year and it is amazing.
If your son is a thinker, he is going to love it.
It is on my son’s birthday wish list.
10. Dominoes
I am not talking about the actual old-school Dominoes game but instead the domino blocks that can be set up and knocked over.
Did you see the show, Domino Masters?
My boys can’t get enough of these!
11. Rush Hour
If you need a game that is fun, challenging and gives your birthday boy something to do on his own, look no further than Rush Hour.
Even I struggle with the “challenging cards”. Thankfully there are answers on the back.
12. Nintendo Switch*
I can’t find a 10-year-old boy that doesn’t like playing video games.
There are a variety of game consoles to choose from but we have the most experience with the Nintendo Switch.
Great for playing at home, and great entertainment for long car rides.
You just have to be ready to pay for the cost of the games too.
13. Games
We do not have these games but they have such high ratings on Amazon that I thought they are worth mentioning.
The game that I find most interesting is the shape-shifting box.
Best Birthday Presents For 10 Year Old Boy
Sports
14. Dart Board
This dart board is fantastic for boys.
It has magnetic darts which means no holes in your walls! Um, where do I sign up!
15. Basketball
This basketball is great for everyday use.
We have a concrete driveway and this ball gets a workout on it.
16. Baseball
There is a lot of gear when it comes to baseball and your son is going to grow out of it.
If I were you, I would look to a second-hand sports store for things like a glove and baseball bat.
But if you are looking for new, these are what we have.
17. Soccer
Is your birthday boy into soccer? You may need to size up on his soccer ball.
This ball is perfect for him, and durable.
I do home daycare and this ball gets played with every day by multiple kids!
18. Football*
You could go with a regular football here, but why not go with a fun one.
We have 3 of these footballs, among others, and they are always picked over the rest.
You don’t have to pump them, ever.
19. Golf
What a useful lifelong game! I wouldn't go top of the line here, since your son is going to grow out of these.
This golf club set comes with a bag and 6 clubs.
20. Hockey
If your son is obsessed with hockey, I know a few boys like that, and he has all the gear he needs, you have to check this out.
This knee hockey and street hockey set will keep your boy and his friends active for hours!
A great way to play hockey inside and outside.
21. Punching Bag
Help your birthday boy get some exercise, and maybe let go of some frustrations, with this punching bag.
I would go with this "adult-sized" one. It may be slightly tall for him at first but he will grow into it in no time at all.
You will be able to get a workout in too
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Best Birthday Presents For 10 Year Old Boy
Outdoor
22. Capture the Flag
This capture the flag game is fun for everyone and a great way to get those kids outside.
Your son and his buddies are going to love playing it.
It can even be played at night, which only adds to the fun.
23. Laser Tag
You can’t go wrong with laser tag.
This set was gifted to my 11-year-old nephew just this last Christmas and it is outstanding.
My youngest brother and his buddies were all playing in the dark with it during his high school graduation party and they couldn’t get enough of it.
He is going to have years of fun with it!
24. Binoculars
Hunting, fishing, and exploring the great outdoors make having binoculars a must.
He is going to love having a set of binoculars of his own.
I know these aren't the top of the line, but do you really want to take the chance of him dropping, breaking, or losing $500 plus binoculars? Nope, me either!
25. Walkie Talkies
My son has these "man walkie-talkies". Forget the kid ones, they usually don’t last.
Your 10-year-old boy is going to have a blast using these around the house or on great adventures.
We love taking them along when we are hiking and camping.
26. Fishing Gear*
Oh, I could go on and on about fishing gear, we are a fishing family. It makes for great bonding and family time.
If you are just getting started, this fishing pole and tackle bag will be perfect for your guy.
27. Drone
How much fun do you think he is going to have with this drone? If I can wager a guess, I would say a ton!
Might I suggest starting in the house until you get the hang of it though.
Best Birthday Presents For 10 Year Old Boy
Other Unique Gift Ideas
28. Game Table*
Keep your son from getting bored with this game table.
An amazing alternative to any kind of screen time.
It is something that he will be able to use until he leaves the nest.
29. Sports Cards
There is a wide variety of sports cards to choose from if your son is into sports. And this is a collection that he can build on his whole life.
30. Card Binder
All 3 of my boys have this card binder.
It works well, zips all the way closed, and can hold up to 400 cards.
31. Apparel
I am certain your birthday boy has either a favorite sports team or character that he just can’t get enough of.
Suit him up with some apparel!
We usually go for t-shirts here and these are some of my boys' favorites.
32. Paper Airplanes
Boys love a challenge and he will be able to have it with this paper airplane book.
I don't think building the planes is as much of a challenge as seeing which ones will fly the best.
A fantastic way to pass the time.
33. Watch
Holy cow, do you guys know how many options are out there for a boy’s watch?
Too many to count!
This watch is a wonderful option for the active boy. He can play sports and even swim with it on.34. Gift Cards
After reading about all these outstanding gift options for your birthday boy and you just aren’t sure what to get, go with a gift card.
He will be able to pick something out that truly interests him.
I try to save these as a last resort.
He is still a kid and opening a present is way more exciting than opening a gift card.
Happy birthday to your favorite 10-year-old boy!
I hope you have the best time celebrating.
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With 2 more sons, their friends, and loads of nephews to get gifts for, I am looking for a ton of great birthday gift ideas.
I look forward to hearing from you and thanks for stopping by.