Aroogah-
For me it was the fact I'm not planning to make use of the joy-cons, won't be playing local multi-player, and thought the Lite was big enough as it is (coming from a PS Vita, even a Switch Lite is massive!). I guess the other big one is do you want to plug it into a TV or not. Not an option for the Lite. Though using it as a non-handheld wasn't a consideration for me.
Basically, any of the 'advantages' of the full-fat Switch, I wasn't going to be making use of.
Both the joy-cons & TV connectivity only really seem beneficial for local-multiplayer use (IMO). If that's not going to be much of a factor, I'd be leaning towards the Lite. "Lite owner in preferring Lite shocker!", but yeah, have a look what you're paying extra for, and see if it's actually of any use (or if you've got a strong preference on the size of the console).
On a separate note, have you got him hooked on Kerbal Space Program yet?
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mmccarthy
Depends on what he's into really. Stardew Valley (£10), Minecraft (£25) & Rocket League (Free) would keep me going for a damn long time. It's criminal (IMO) to get a Switch and not get BotW (think I've said a few times here that it was the sole reason to get a Switch for me and honestly would've been content with just that game).
There's also Lego open world à la GTA game that's pretty decent that's currently on sale for around £10. Also a decent looking Hot Wheels game on the way with a track creator, endless fun I'm sure (I hope!).
I've got the Lite so can't comment on any of the joy-con/motion control/local multi-player games (though definitely recommend picking up Overcooked if you go down that route, excellent chaotic local multiplayer fun)