'7 dad, brother and boyfriend gifts I'm buying in Black Friday sales as a shopping expert'

Looking for the perfect Christmas gift for a man in your life? Mirror's head of shopping Zoe has found the best discounted gifts for dads, brothers, boyfriends and husbands, guaranteed to win brownie points on December 25

The hunt for perfect Christmas gifts is on – and if you’re shopping for the men in your life, you know it’s not always straightforward. Whether it’s your dad, brother, boyfriend or husband, the goal is simple: find something they’ll actually love (and not secretly hide away in a drawer).

As Mirror’s head of shopping, I’ve spent hours scouring the Black Friday sales to track down the very best discounted gifts, from high-tech gadgets to practical treats that’ll make their eyes light up come Christmas morning, and there are eight I'm tempted to shop for myself.

How about a techy hedge trimmer for a dad who spends far too much time out in the garden? Or maybe some clever sleep goggles that could turn your partner’s snoozing into a science experiment (bonus: fewer tired grumbles from him)? Whether they’re into gaming, DIY or golf, I’ve got eight amazing ideas that’ll save your wallet and win you serious festive brownie points.

For an outdoorsy type

B&Q Gracious Gardens Cordless Hedge Trimmer Long Reach, now £78.84 (was £82.99)

I don't know if your dad is the same but mine spends an inordinate amount of time playing with his hedges outdoors. I have a sneaking suspicion it's just to get away from my mother, but regardless, he's always after practical things for the garden to keep him busy. This long-reach hedge trimmer is on his to-buy list this year, so I'm going to beat him to it.

For the gaming-obsessed

Backbone One Mobile Gaming Controller, now £69.99 (was £99.99)

Designed to work seamlessly with both iPhones and Android devices, this gadget clips onto a smartphone to turn it into a handheld gaming console. It feels like holding a Nintendo Switch, but better, because it puts your entire game library—including Xbox, PlayStation, and mobile games—right at your fingertips. Honestly, I'm tempted to get one for myself.

For the booze lover

Hibiki Japanese Harmony Suntory Whisky, now £69.95 (was £85)

Both my brother and my boyfriend love good whisky, but there's no way I'm forking out hundreds for them on an aged bottle of Macallan. Not for Christmas anyway. This Japanese whisky has rave reviews – nearly all 5-star on Amazon based on nearly 1000 scores –and blends notes of Manuka honey, sandalwood and tropical fruits for a smooth and perfectly balanced flavour.

For the traveller

Therabody SmartGoggles, now £99 (was £175)

Does your relative or partner suffer from headaches and migraines, stare at a screen all day or struggle to fall asleep? He can slip them on to experience a combination of vibration, massage and heat that helps to ease facial tension, relieve eye strain, decrease headache pain and ease stress. They're also great for someone who travels a lot and wants blackout comfort.

Extra brownie points go to you if you get him the second generation SmartGoggles which have just launched. Currently still priced at the full £175 on Therabody's website, I would definitely keep an eye on them to see if they hit the sale on Friday or over the Black Friday weekend. They've been made to be 10% lighter than the original pair and have optimised sleep functions.

For a stylish man

Charles Tyrwhitt men's shirts x4, £119 (save £180)

My dad loves the fit of Charles Tyrwhitt shirts, so this is an offer I'm making full use of this week. For Black Friday, you can get four shirts or polos for £119, giving you a saving of £180. There are plenty of styles, colours and fits to choose from, but I love the Non-Iron Twill Shirts and Semi-Cutaway Collar fits.

For a golf lover

Castor Golf 1/2 Zip Top in Grey, now £54 (was £78)

With water-resistant Protek™ technology and winterised waffle fabric for exceptional thermal properties, this half zip pull-over is perfect for any man heading out in the winter to play some rounds of golf. If grey isn't to their liking, the top also comes in black or blue.

Bushnell Tour V6 Laser Rangefinder, now £289 (was £329)

I didn't know what one of these was but I was recommended it by a golfer who said my golf-loving boyfriend would know exactly what it was and its value. If you're looking to splash out, this rangefinder is the ultimate gift to give. if it's just a bit out of your budget, you can get a similar one with excellent reviews but from a slightly less pricey brand here: Redtiger Golf Rangefinder, now £88.81 (was £109).