Because I am passionate about poker, and have been playing semi-professionally for more than ten years I received poker gifts numerous times.
Some of them were excellent, others not so much.
Below you can find a list of the best presents for a poker player.
Each gift review includes the following:
- A score (from 1 to 5) – shows how happy a poker player would be to get the present.
- Pros and cons
- Who is it for? – tells you what kind of player would be happy with this kind of present
Access to PokerCode Training Site
Access to the exclusive poker community
For both Cash Games and Tournaments
Some of the best coaches in the industry
Ticket to more than 160 high-quality coaching videos.
More than eight monthly Live Coaching
Limitless access to Rangeviewer
Requires long hours of studying time
Managed by some of the most successful players
- Fedor Holz: Number one Player in ’15 & ’16 with more than $40,000,000 in Winnings. Two times WSOP Bracelet Winner
- Matthias Eibinger: EPT Super High Roller Champion and $10 000 000+ Tournament Winnings.
- Steffen Sontheimer: High Stakes Cash Game Crusher, Poker Masters Purple Jacket Winner, and $13 000 000 + Tournament Winnings.
With a Poker Code membership, you get constant access to an expanding library of study video materials for Cash Games and Tournaments.
You receive entry to an exclusive community with hundreds of poker players.
The poker coaches also participate in the community conversation and offer expertise on strategy questions.
Who is this gift for?
PokerCode is for players who like to talk about poker and be part of an Exclusive Community.
If your friend would like to be a professional player, then being part of a training site like PokerCode is necessary.
However, if they are just a beginner, it’s better to give them another present… for example, a poker course or book.
Poker Artwork – Banksy
Motivating
Makes you feel good
Cheap
Not everyone likes art
Art is subjective
Art is very subjective, it’s an expression of the author’s perspective. Everyone has different tastes.
So, before you get a piece of poker art, like the one from Banksy, make sure that the person is into it.
The Banksy painting is just a suggestion. There are more poker-related paintings that you can buy.
I suggested this one because I love it! It’s meaningful and makes you think, especially if you are a poker player.
In poker, you often face money-related, emotional decisions, which is what that picture represents.
What kind of player is this poker present for?
This present is for a romantic player who appreciates art.
Poker Cash or Playing Account Deposit
Straight to the fun part
100% gift satisfaction guaranteed. Every poker player is happy to play a few hands.
Not for live players
Not available in some locations
There are a few things without which you can’t play poker. One of them is cash. If you are into giving money as a present, then go for it.
To make it cool, put it into a poker money bag, or open a poker account and make a deposit if it’s for an online player. Make sure that the account is registered in the name of the person you give it to.
Also, almost all poker websites offer new customer bonuses, which adds an extra few $$$ to the present.
These days, the best welcome bonuses are offered by 888 poker and WPT Global.
Who is it for?
This poker gift is for someone for whom the best part about this fantastic game is playing it.
Poker socks
They bring luck
Distract your opponents
They keep feet warm and comfy
Cheap
Only some people like funny socks.
Who Should Receive These Poker Socks?
This gift is ideal for the poker enthusiast in your life who enjoys adding a touch of style to their attire, whether they’re showcasing their skills at a live game in a casino or hosting a friendly match at home.
Laptop
A new laptop reduces technical issues while playing
Mobility – allows playing from anywhere
Expensive
Having good equipment while playing poker is critical.
The time to make a decision is limited in online poker, and having technical issues while playing can have a massive impact on a player’s winning rate and performance.
Who is it for?
Someone who wants to switch from live playing to online games or an online poker player that needs a new laptop.
If you decide to go for this gift, make sure the laptop can be connected to a second screen. Poker players like to play on multiple tables simultaneously, and the second screen helps you with it.
- Detailed
- With our code BOPEXP you get $150 OFF
- Includes poker tools
- One of the best online MTT players
- Homework assignments
- Discord community
- Ready ranges (regularly updated)
- MTT players tendencies
- Regular, free updates
- Lifetime access
- 50+ hours of videos
- Long videos
- Expensive
There are many poker courses available, but this is one of the most comprehensive MTT (multi-table tournament) courses, created by a known pro player with more than $34 000 000 lifetime winnings.
It includes 50+ Hours of high-quality content.
Who is it for?
This kind of gift is for a player who prefers tournaments over cash games. It is for someone who likes to learn and improve their game.
The course is online, so you shouldn’t get it for a person who doesn’t like spending time in front of the computer.
It covers only tournaments, do not buy it for a person who plays cash games.
To get a discount on this course, you can the following code: BOPAPP
X Rocker Gaming Chair
Includes speakers
Wireless connection
Modern design
Foldable
Ergonomic design
Expensive
Difficult to put under the Christmas tree
Your poker-playing friend should be pleased with a gaming chair because sitting at a computer can be very bad for the back.
Make sure you get a chair matching their playing room’s design.
Who is it for?
Online poker players that play long hours and also enjoy playing other e-games (Call of duty, Minecraft, Overwatch, etc.).
Poker Book
Available in audio
Insights into pro players’ techniques
Cheap
Many ideas are repeated in poker books
Not everyone likes to read
Poker books are packed with the author’s knowledge and experience. Often they spend years writing a book which shows how valuable the information included in a book can be.
You can also buy a subscription to Amazon Unlimited to get access to a bigger number of poker books.
There are over 100 poker books available with the subscription, and you can download all of them. This option is also cheaper because it costs around $10 per month.
Additionally, you can get them access to around 100 poker audiobooks with an Audible subscription. I have written an article about Audible that includes all the audio poker books available.
Who is it for?
Poker nerds that love reading books and have time for it.
Bose QuietComfort 45 Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones
Up to 24 hours of battery life, more than enough for a long poker session
Wireless
Top sound quality Comfy
Not for outside use
Who is this poker present for?
It is for anyone who likes to listen to music while playing, both live and online.
A perfect introvert Christmas present who prefers focusing on the game rather than talking to others while playing.
Poker Masterclass Subscription
- World-class poker pro
- Daniel’s live game examples
- Easy to understand
- Reasonable price
- Well-organized
- 122-page guidebook
- Thorough – Covers the most crucial elements of poker
- Membership contains Phil Ivey’s poker course and 180 other courses
- Negreanu teaches poker fundamentals
- Not for advanced
- World-class poker pro
- Live hand analysis
- Easy to understand
- Cheap
- Well-organized
- Guidebook included
- Membership includes 180 other courses
- Short
MasterClass is a website that presents courses of known experts.
Any poker player is aware of who the creators of these courses are.
Phil Ivey has won 10 World Series of Poker bracelets and has won more than $40 million in tournaments.
Daniel has more than 42 million dollars in live tournament winnings. He is the most famous poker player in the world.
One subscription allows you to access 150+ courses, including Phil Ivey and Daniel Negreanu courses. Two of the best poker players on the planet that have been inducted into the Poker Hall of Fame.
Phil Ivey’scourse includes 12 videos and is almost 4 hrs long.
Daniel’s course is nearly 8 hrs long and contains 38 video lessons.
Who is it for?
Both courses are suitable for beginners (but not complete beginners) and experienced players.
It’s for anyone who likes to learn through visual content rather than reading.
