The 2026 Men’s Health Tech Awards, Tested by Tech and Gear Editors

Belkin’s 3-in-1 power station will boost your phone, earbuds, and watch all at once with super-fast magnetic charging. The phone pad tilts for mid-meeting calls, then folds flat to stash in a laptop sleeve. Clean desk, no cables, full batteries.

When you really need to shut out the world, the Sony WH-1000XM6 makes it happen. It delivers elite noise cancellation that blocks out chatter and construction. Multipoint pairing easily lets you switch between your phone and laptop, and a three-minute charge gets you three hours of play.

Influencers will love the DJI Osmo Mobile Gimbal 7P, which turns your phone into a portable camera. Its stabilizer smooths out every step and angle, and its subject-tracking feature automatically keeps you in frame while you move. You can even start recording from your Apple Watch.

The Marshall Heston 120 pumps out full, room-filling sound that makes lo-fi playlists, jazz, or even your morning meeting soundtrack feel cinematic. Its leather trim and vintage finish bring lounge-y vibes to your home office.

The Amazon Kindle Colorsoft shows books, guides, and PDFs in full color, with faster page turns and sharper resolution that make details pop. Slim and portable, it’s your next office-to-airplane reading buddy.

For guys who don’t like carrying much, the Nomad Leather Mag keeps it simple. Made from premium Horween leather that ages beautifully, it’s slim enough to disappear in your pocket, and you can track it through Apple’s Find My app if it ever goes missing

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 is part phone, part tablet, and all business. Open its 8-inch screen for side-by-side apps, mid-flight movies, or spreadsheet edits. It’s thin enough to slip into a blazer pocket, and the 200-megapixel wide-angle lens snaps SLR-quality after-hours photos.

Working from cafés, airports, or hotel rooms? The TP-Link BE3600 gives you your own private Wi-Fi network, even when you’re plugged into a sketchy public internet. It supports hot spot mode so you’re not sharing passwords on the hotel Wi-Fi, and it’s portable enough to toss in a laptop bag.

The Philips Norelco i9000 Prestige Ultra uses AI-powered sensors to read your face and adjust in real time for the fastest, smoothest shave possible. The flexible heads follow every contour, so you’re done in fewer passes, and out the door on time.

The Blueair PetAir Pro traps 99.97 percent of fur, dander, and allergens in an area up to 465 square feet. Plus, it’s topped with a cushy pet bed, so as long as it’s smaller than a goldendoodle, your dog can nap while you Zoom.

The Microsoft Surface Laptop Copilot+ PC is built for life outside the office. Thanks to its Snapdragon processor, it’s fast enough to stream music, multitask, and handle creative projects without slowing down. The built-in Copilot AI can help with quick searches, reminders, or settings with a single tap, so you get more done in less time.

Most power banks are clunky bricks. Not this one. The Anker Nano is razor-thin, slips neatly into your pocket, and gives your phone a full extra charge, about 10 more hours of use. Plug it in for a fast top-up or snap it magnetically to your iPhone for a quick wireless boost.

When your phone dips below 10 percent, slide it into the toaster-looking Swippitt Hub, which holds five fully juiced battery packs. In two seconds, you’ve swapped to a fresh pack and you’re back at 100.

The Coway Airmega 350’s secret: a custom 3-in-1 filtration system. First stage snags big bits like hair, second stage captures allergens, third stage cuts odors and smoke. Its auto mode adjusts to clean air as needed.

Smart climate control doesn’t have to cost a fortune. The Wyze Thermostat has a clean design that fits any space, and you can adjust temps from your phone or by voice through Alexa or Google Assistant. It’s easy to set up, simple to use, and costs a fraction of other smart thermostats.

From movie night to bedtime, the Philips Hue Play Wall Washer is an indoor lighting system that adapts to the task at hand. Sync it to your TV for theater-like mood lightning, or switch to ambient mode for softer tones to enhance calm for sleep.

Bigger than a tablet, lighter than a TV, the LG Standbyme 2 is a 27-inch screen on wheels. Catch ESPN highlights in the kitchen while you cook, stream Netflix in bed without squinting, or wheel it to the patio for game day. Four hours of battery life means chill time isn’t tied to the power outlet.

City living doesn’t mean giving up fresh herbs. The Lettuce Grow Counterstand fits on most apartment counters and has a built-in lamp with an auto timer that handles the light for you.

Apple’s new AirPods Pro 3 are optimized for working out with a more advanced sweat- and water-resistance rating, a built-in heart rate sensor, and calorie tracking for 50 workout types.

The Roborock Saros 10R vacuums and mops in one run, then docks to empty itself, wash and dry its mop pads, and refill its own tank. It runs quietly for up to three hours on a charge and smoothly slides under furniture. Smart sensors map your place so it cleans fast and never gets stuck.

Dyson’s OnTrac hushes up to 40 db of background noise, so your music and podcasts come through clean. With 55 hours of battery life and ultra-soft padding, it’s built for marathon listening sessions–whether you’re on a long flight or a commute or just zoning out at home.

If you live in an old apartment, skip the clunky window units and unreliable radiators. The Hisense 8,000 BTU Portable A/C quietly heats and cools up to 350 square feet. year-round. Smart Auto mode adjusts its fan speed to the room’s temperature so you don’t have to, and its clean design blends into any room.

The Eight Sleep Pod 5 turns your bed into a recovery chamber. It heats or cools each side to your ideal sleep temp, learns your patterns with AI, and tracks your health (and snoring) through the night.

The Eufy E15 turns mowing into a background task. One tap maps your lawn, then the robot quietly cuts for up to 90 minutes (about 0.2 acres) per charge while dodging pets and obstacles. It even parks itself when finished.

If you miss your iPod, TinyPod lets you slip your Apple Watch into aits slim case that’s fitted with a scroll wheel. Apps, playlists, messages—the simple interface flips them all with a finger twirl.

The Manscaped The Chairman Plus keeps your face smooth, with a curved grip and magnetic heads that adapt to your facial contours. Rounded tips glide over skin to minimize nicks—even on your neck.

The Suri 2.0 runs at a quiet 33,000 vibrations per minute, which is exactly as much cleaning power as it sounds. The brush has a month-long battery and plant-based bristles, plus a travel case that uses UV-C light to kill germs between uses.

Think of it as a protein Keurig. The Brezza Supermix holds 12 servings of powder and water, then blends a clump-free shake in under 30 seconds. A mixing function lets you add soap and warm water to keep the system clean, making drink prep faster and mornings easier.

Ditch the weekly pool service. The AquaSense 2 Ultra climbs your pool walls and waterline like it’s got tracks—thanks to rugged treads and a powerful motor designed for vertical surfaces. It’s loaded with sensors (AI camera, infrared, ultrasonic) that map your pool’s shape and pick the smartest cleaning path so nothing gets missed.

The Garmin Forerunner 970 is built tough with a titanium bezel and a battery that can last more than two weeks. It maps your routes, tracks your pace, and even tells you how much energy you’re wasting with every stride so you can run smarter.

Don’t call them Crocs. The Adidas Climacool Laced Shoes, printed from a single piece of high-tech polymers, are latticed for 360-degree breathability. Yes, you can even run in them—with the laces securing the surprisingly supportive fit.

The Chamelo Music Shield adjusts its tint for great visibility from sun to shade. Built-in speakers let you play music or take calls without earbuds, and the sweatproof, lightweight frame stays comfortable through any workout.

The Omius Cooling Cap uses graphite panels that absorb moisture and release it as vapor to pull heat away from your head. Wet the inserts before your run for instant evaporative cooling. Lightweight and breathable, it helps you stay cool during hot workouts.

Shokz OpenDots One makes a strong case for open-ear buds. The clip-on fit is light and stays stable through runs, hikes, and gym lifts. Dolby Audio tuning delivers clear, full sound.

No one really likes chest straps. The Insta360 GO Ultra snaps onto magnetic mounts for easy, hands- (or chest-) free filming. Perfect for runs, rides, or gym sessions, it shoots crisp 4K video, records up to 200 minutes, and recharges to 80 percent in just 12.

The Amazfit Active 2 packs a vivid screen that stays sharp even in direct sun, plus satellite GPS, a built-in flashlight, and a speaker system. And with three weeks of battery life, it’s ready for big-time expeditions.

The Withings Body Scan breaks down muscle and fat composition through your body, checks your heart rhythm, and also tracks nerve health. Oh, it’ll give you your weight too.

Now smaller and lighter, the Core 2 Thermal Sensor helps you hit peak performance by tracking body temperature in real time. Pro cyclists and Olympians use it to monitor heat stress and guide cooling strategies—so you don’t overcook and tank mid-race.

Huge, round, booming sound from something the size of a water bottle? The JBL Charge 6 is a party animal with 28 hours of staying power on a full charge, and the speaker comes armored in a drop-, dust-, and water-proof shell.

The HoverAir X1 ProMax shoots crisp 8K footage with shake-canceling tech, tracks at speeds up to 26 mph, and auto-dodges obstacles mid-flight. Plus, it folds to palm -size so you can easily capture your snowboard runs, mountain bike trail rides, or epic vacation shots.

Movie night doesn’t need a $2,000 TV. The Roku Streaming Stick turns any screen into a smart one with voice control, and access to every streaming app you actually use. It plugs in, fires up fast, and costs less than dinner for two.

Wilson’s Ultra 100 V5 balances power and control with a new frame design that expands the sweet spot, while carbon layering balances flex and stability. Add in string tech that softens the hit on big swings, and you’re set from baseline to net.

The Alienware 16 Aurora packs a top-of-the-line chip and graphics card that make big titles—Elden Ring, Fortnite, Call of Duty—run smoothly and look great. It’s surprisingly portable for a gaming rig and powerful enough to hook up to an external monitor so you can game, stream, or even keep an eye on the stock market, all at once.

Proof you don’t need to drop $300 for great sound. The Skullcandy Method 360s punch way above their weight with crisp audio and dependable noise canceling that’s ideal for everyday listening or catching up on podcasts. Bonus: They are sweatproof and recharge in minutes.

Do you love walking around with giant chem-lab–like goggles on your head? Yeah, neither did anyone else. Which is why Zuck partnered with the slickest eyewear brand to deliver these AI-enhanced Oakley’s Meta HSTN Transitions. They use voice commands to record video, snap photos, play music through their built-in speakers, and yes, okay, block UV rays.

The Switch grew up. Nintendo’s Switch 2 loads in a 7.9-inch LCD display and the processing horsepower to handle blockbuster titles like Cyberpunk 2077 without lag. If you’re a game-with-friends guy, the new voice chat feature keeps you connected.

The L.A.B. Golf DF3 Stock feels like golf’s version of cruise control. It’s carved from a single block of aluminum for perfect balance and control, helping your ball roll straighter with less effort.

It’s like a smarter, wider Polaroid. The Fujifilm Instax Wide Evo delivers that same instant-print magic with a bigger frame and sharper image and the option to shoot or beam shots from your phone. You can tweak brightness, filters, and color before it prints—basically, Instagram you can hold.

The Segway GT3 Pro SuperScooter has an 86-mile range, smooooooth suspension, and folds down in a few clicks. It has a faster-than-you-think max speed of 50 mph that can take you 34 miles when fully charged.

Redefine “screen time.” Mount the Huupe Mini over any door and watch it track your shots and accuracy. Multiplayer challenges keep the whole family competing—and global events will stoke your drive to climb the leaderboard.