58 Unnecessarily Extra Products That Actually Solve Life's Little Annoyances

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A satin-lined beanie, portable car vacuum, toilet target light, and 55 other products you don't *need* (except you do).
1. A sinfully silky satin-lined beanie that'll keep your noggin warm in the winter *without* drying out and damaging your hair. This'll save you from forcing yourself to keep your hat on in heated homes when you don't want folks seeing your bed head-esque hat hair. Whew.
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Promising review:"This beanie is perfect for curly and wavy girls! The entire inside is satin-lined. When I took the hat off it did not cause any damaged or frizzy curls! I am in love and need more colors!" — Crystal Ingram
Get it from Amazon $13.99+ (available in 10 colors).
2. A handy portable car vacuum so you can clean your car without the extra effort of bringing your vacuum outside. (Because honestly, when do we ever actually do that?)
It comes with three detailing attachments (a flathead, extendable, and brush nozzle attachment). You also get a carrying bag, filter brush, and spare HEPA filter. Plug it into the 12V aux outlet in your car and the 16-foot cord will give you enough slack needed to clean the entire vehicle!
Promising review:"Yes, it is not as powerful as my vacuum cleaner in the house; however, it cleaned out all the garbage, which I accumulated over the past autumn and winter, in the car. At the end of October, my husband and I went to the ocean, and as we tried to be neat — the sand was still in the car. Finally, I got rid of it! Now my beauty again is clean, as on the first day, when I bought her!" — Julia Bright
Get it from Amazon for $29.96 (available in two colors and in a cordless or corded version).
3. The Car Seat Key for parents and guardians who have had one too many manicures ruined by car seat clips. This makes buckling and unbuckling your little one *super* easy and it even hooks onto your keychain so you've always got it with you when getting in the car.
Promising review:"After I had my first child almost a year ago, I stopped getting acrylic nails because I couldn't get him out of his car seat without struggling or breaking a nail. I'd have to get them as an overlay or extra short. But I saw this product on TikTok and had to try it out, and OMG!! It works! It took me a while to figure out the best angle to get him out with it, but once I did, I went to the nail shop expeditiously!! LOL, if you've been thinking about this for a while, GET IT! It's worth it!" — Tora318
Get it from Amazon for $14.99 (available in nine colors).
4. A versatile chop, slice, and dice unit so you can prep (and cleanup!) in no time at all. The interchangeable blades just pop out and then you can pop them right into the dishwasher!
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Promising review:"Makes life so much easier. I can't imagine chopping onions or bell peppers by hand anymore, and it does so much more. We used to have a Prepworks chopper which was a similar idea, but you had to press so hard to chop, and it broke after not too long. This one requires very little effort to cut through the food and it has a generous container." — Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $29.99+ (available in four styles).
5. A 2-in-1 hair bun maker that'll help make all of those beautiful bun hairstyles on your Pinterest board come to life! You can even use it while your hair is damp and enjoy some effortless waves when you take it out!
Curlinator Designs / Etsy
Curlinator Designs is a North Carolina-based small family biz that specializes in hair accessories.
Promising review: "Love it!!! I was concerned I wouldn't be able to figure out how to use it, but videos make understanding simple. So much easier to use in the mornings than fixing your hair in a bun!!!" — bld9
Get it from Curlinator Designs on Etsy for $12.75 (available in 18 colors).
6. A soothing behavioral aid toy with a faux heartbeat — this is sure to be your puppy's ~dream~ toy and help *you* finally get to sleep while crate training.
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Promising review:"My partner and I recently got a 4-month-old Italian greyhound puppy and this has been great. We slept with the stuffed animal a few nights before picking up our puppy and placed it in his crate before he arrived. After playing with us and exploring his new home he walked into his crate and curled up against it and went right to sleep. He slept right through the first night with no issue. Today is week two and the batteries are still going strong. I plan on buying one for my sister who will be getting a puppy in the next few months. This is cute and functional." — Jeb
Get it from Amazon for $39.95 (available in seven colors).
7. A bulb changer so you can change the lightbulb in your ceiling without needing to buy a ladder along with new bulbs. It has grippy rubber strips to securely grab the bulb while you twist the pole to unscrew it, and it even has helpful leveling stoppers so the bulb stays in place while you're screwing a new one in!
Just so you know, this is only the gripper tool — not the pole. If you need the pole, you can select that style in the listing.
Promising reviews: " If you read the description, they claim this product to be over-engineered and well-built. Let me tell you, they are very correct! We have a banquet center with 135 can lights in a 14-foot ceiling. It is a pain to change them. I've used many pole changers in the past, and they all were fairly effective but poorly built and had limitations. This unit is incredible!" — Brad Q.
"We have 10-foot ceilings, and one of our overhead floodlights was starting to blink on and off. I have an 8-foot ladder but rather than hauling that into the house and climbing up on it, I got online to see what I could find. I had an old 10-foot car wash pole, and that worked perfectly with the bulb changer — so much easier than the hassle of a ladder. After replacing my bad light, I then wondered about changing my stairway light 16 feet up from the stairs landing. Luckily, we had bought a second-story window-washing kit a couple of months ago, which included a four-piece extending pole, so I thought I would try that out and see how it would be. It's a little tricky holding steady that high up, but when the need arises, I think it'll work just fine. So all-in-all, I'm quite happy with this, and it'll make a great tool to keep stored away waiting for the next light bulb failure." — Patrick
Get it from Amazon for $19.83+ (available in three styles and with the pole).
8. A versatile bag clip to treat your Gucci with the love and respect it deserves — keep it off of sticky floors and bathroom tile!
Promising review:"I have a very heavy, large purse that is a bottomless pit. One time I put my purse on the back of my chair at a cafe and the whole chair flipped over, that is how heavy my bag is. I was looking for something so I could hook my purse on things so it wasn't sitting on the floor and was more accessible. I love this little gadget. I have used it on everything from bathroom stalls to tables to grocery carts. This thing really grips. All of my girlfriends love it and have gotten it for themselves." — Jennifer
Get it from Amazon for $16.99 (available in nine colors).
9. A spice-organizing drawer liner you can cut to fit inside your kitchen drawers, making room for over 30 spice jars! Now to sort them in alphabetical order...whew! Hot.
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Promising review:"We just moved into a new home, and I needed a way to store spices in a drawer. This product is exactly what I was looking for. It fits beautifully in my drawer, but I love that the strips can be cut for a custom fit. I shopped around for other in-drawer spice organizers, but I would have had to purchase separate jars and transfer the spices. No thanks. This product works with the jars and containers just as they come from the store — no need to purchase special jars. It holds large and small round jars, square containers, and oversized spices. The quality is outstanding. I'm very happy with my purchase!" — EPD611
Get a 10-foot roll from Amazon for $16.99.
10. A toilet target light with a motion sensor and clear projection — this is sure to make potty training a bright spot in your child's life.
To apply, simply clean the area with an alcohol wipe before attaching the light. Take the sticker off the back and press firmly against the lid for 90 seconds. That's it! Batteries are included.
Promising review:"I got this thinking 'Dear lord I hope this works. If I drop my pants in pee again or have to scrub another wall I am going to go insane!' I thought the price was a bit much but it is okay now that I now it works! I don't know why people are saying theirs don't stay on. I'm truly hoping they cleaned the area first... but anyways. All I did was clean the surface of the lid with some rubbing alcohol and stuck this light on, like it said to do. My husband and son are in and out of the bathroom several times a day. Slamming the lid closed. Lights on and off all the time. This still lights up bright as ever and it's going on three weeks. Now when I sit I sometimes might lean back into it but it's really not an issue. I'm just overwhelmed with joy because this target works and I do not have to scrub any extra walls, floors, or pants!!! You better believe I'm getting one for every darn bathroom in my house!!!" — NoRestForTheWicked
Get it from Amazon for $34.88.
11. A set of fiberglass chopsticks that are dishwasher-safe and made with a no-slip design — these'll help you easily eat noodles without tasty bites slipping and sliding before they make it into your mouth.
These also work great with hot foods, i.e. they won't get too hot when hanging out in a steaming bowl of broth.
Promising review:"This is a quality set of chopsticks! The fiberglass is heavier than standard wood ones (obviously), but they are still easy to use. They don't feel that heavy in the hand. The tips are textured slightly for a better grip on food; this is really great with noodles. The top has a pretty design. I haven't had them very long, but they seem durable and relatively scratch resistant. They clean easily with soap and warm water (they're also dishwasher-friendly). I was looking for an affordable, re-useable set and originally considering stainless steel ones. But based on a number of reviews stating that the material on some wasn't true stainless steel, or they're too heavy, or they get too hot if left in a bowl, I ultimately went with this set. I'm very glad I did!" — nhcabin
Get a box of 10 pairs from Amazon for $6.99+ (available in three colors).
12. A bagel guillotine which, despite its delightfully dreadful name, is just about the safest way you could ever slice a bagel. Grab this to help your kids make breakfast without the fear of losing a digit.
Promising review:"I picked this up because my heart could no longer take the stress of watching our 11-year-old slice bagels (while multitasking with screens and whatnot) with a serrated bread knife. I was going to have a heart attack and she was going to slice into her hand so...I had high hopes and, regardless of the overwhelmingly positive reviews, some concerns about how well this would work. My concerns were unwarranted. This not-so-little little device slices through every single bagel, every single time (and my kid goes through kicks where she'll eat two or three each day). I no longer worry about serious cuts even though the (covered) blade on this thing is SHARP! Only word of advice, like other reviewers, slice (press down) slowly so as not to squash softer bagels. Additionally, this thing slices so cleanly that there are no crumbs to speak of. I'm quite happy with this purchase. This thing now has a permanent place next to the toaster on our counter. I highly recommend it." — Christopher RS
Get it from Amazon for $22.27+ (available in four colors).
13. A pack of Spin Pins capable of holding your hair tight no matter how much you move, saving you from constantly readjusting your 'do throughout the day.
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One of these coils is as strong as 20 (!) standard hair pins. Bad hair days are officially extinct.
Promising review:"I'm a nursing student and have to wear my hair in a bun every day. I've tried all the bun makers, watched YouTube videos, and spend way too much time on getting my hair into a bun. I was able to make a pretty bun that was secure in under 30 seconds. I thought it was a fluke so I did it again, and then again. I have hair to my mid back, and three of these worked perfectly for me. If I can get my hair in bun in under 30 seconds, trust me...anyone can." — Tina
Get a pack of three from Amazon for $6.99+ (available in two colors).
14. A pack of Elephant Trax labels to make storing (and finding!) things you've packed easier than ever. Attach a sticker to the box, take photos of everything inside, and you're all set! You now have a visual inventory! Never confuse your Halloween and Christmas storage again. The Nightmare Before Christmas vibe isn't really your thing anyway.
Promising review: "I am so glad I ordered an extra pack of these. My goal for January was to organize the basement. I have TONS of plastic bins and whenever I need something, I have to open each to find what I'm looking for. I took a few hours the first weekend cleaning out and organizing everything and the bins. I took pictures of the contents of each bin, put one of these stickers on each bin then associated the pics with the sticker's QR code and voila, done. IF YOU LIKE TO BE ORGANIZED, GET THESE STICKERS!" — Fred Labro
Get a pack of 40 from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in three pack sizes).
15. A sleep-training alarm clock that'll make rule-following seem positively perky! This'll display darling tiny robot facial expressions and glowing colors to let your kids know when it's time to sleep and when it's okay to get up and...wake the parents.
Promising review:"This was a lifesaver!!! My 4-year-old was getting up at 5:30 :( and we could not convince him to go back to bed. We found this clock and we're amazed at the results. My son loves it! He gets so excited when it turns green and he can get out of bed, or when he wakes up and it is green. It seems to have helped train him to sleep in longer. It is easy to set up. Our only complaint is the light from the indicator (red, yellow, green) is soooo bright. We tip the clock on its face so his room does not light up. He can still see the color, so it's fine. But I do wish we could dim it. Don't let this stop you from getting it though, it was worth every penny!" — JW
Get it from Amazon for $49.99 (available in four colors).
16. A touchless paper towel dispenser — reviewers rave about how much less messy this makes grabbing a paper towel when they're covered in cake batter, sauce, and such. If you're looking to add a useful, futuristic touch to your classic farmhouse kitchen, look no further than this!
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Check out a TikTok of the touchless paper towel dispenser in action.
Bonus: if you don't grab the paper towel, it sucks it back up for safekeeping!
Promising review: "Do we need it? No. But it might be my favorite unnecessary gadget purchase of all time. It leaves our counter tops uncluttered, the no touch sensor lets me grab a paper towel with dirty hands, and I feel like we use less paper towels overall. It's easy to install, easy to program, and easy to replace the roll." — Mlc
Get it from Amazon for $99.99.
17. A wooden bread box so stunning you may feel like the owner of a boulangerie every time you reach for a slice of bread. And it's not just serving up good looks! The plexiglass windows will help you know what bread you have at the ready. I've wasted more than one loaf of bread by hiding it in a concealed bread box and forgetting about it. I...will be buying this.
I thought it was impossible to forget about bread...and YET.
Promising review:"LOVE!! Bread has to be transported frozen to our town. Because of this, our bread gets super moist, molds quickly, and even gets soggy inside the bag before using it. This bread box really helps! Now, I have DRY STORAGE for my bread and it doesn't mold within a few days of buying it. This works great and looks great! Nice to have an organized place for all my bread loaves." — AkLiz2011
Get it from Amazon for $69.97+ (available in four colors).
18. A self-closing, mess-free toothpaste cap to help save toothpaste in your household even if your kids are rather enthusiastic when squeezing goop from the tube. Plus, this prevents crusty toothpaste buildup!
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Promising review: "I saw these on an Amazon review video on YouTube and figured I'd give them a try because my boyfriend tends to leave the toothpaste bottle a complete mess and I can't stand it! These things have a great seal and give out a good amount of toothpaste when you squeeze it. It wipes clean very easily. So glad they come with more than one but not sure what I'll use the other ones on yet." — Kimberly C.
Get a set of three from Amazon for $6.75+ (available in four styles/quantities).
19. A "Shower Cat" that'll be a hit with folks who spend half their time in the shower making hair art on the walls, which inevitably ends up clogging the drain. TMI? This makes catching your hair *much* easier and gives it a proper place while you finish sudsing up.
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Shower Cat is a small business established in 2021 specializing in products to prevent shower clogs.
Promising review: "I first saw this product on TikTok and I knew immediately that I needed it. I just moved into a new apartment and I didn't want to be how I used to be, where I'd just let hair go down the drain and plug it eventually, or peel it off of the drain after each shower. It works great but I probably need some practice with it. I currently just floss my hair through it so it will hold them and there are a few stray hairs that don't stick. I would recommend to anyone who is tired of putting your loose strands of hair on the shower wall." — Cari Schwartzkopf
Get it from Amazon for $14.95 (available in two colors).
20. An OXO diaper wipes dispenser sure to be a beloved addition to your changing station. The one-press opening and weighted interior means you can grab wipes with one hand, which is unnervingly necessary when your baby's favorite time to wiggle around is on top of the dresser while being changed.
This does everything it claims, and makes changing so much easier than it could be. It fits large packages of wipes and really does work with one hand. Out of all the changing tools I use, this is the one I recommend the most.
Promising review:"This is easily one of my favorite baby products! Trust me, take the wipes out of the original package and put them in here. THEY WILL NOT DRY OUT! I've even left it open accidentally for a few hours, and the wipes did not dry out. The weight on top makes it so easy to pull out one wipe at a time. The best part is: you can do everything one-handed! Super necessary when you have a blowout or just a wiggly baby." – Lisa Morrison
Get it from Amazon for $22.99 (available in two colors).
21. A pair of LED collars you can toss on your dog, giving you some peace of mind while walking around at night. This thing is especially useful if you play fetch with your dog when it's dark or if they love running around your large yard at night.
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Promising review:"I live rural and we have occasional coyotes and some pretty big owls. Bella is not a big dog and I have to see her when she's out in my fenced yard. It's a big yard and I can see her very well with this. I only put it on her at night, sometimes she won't even go out without it on. You can cut it so it slips over a dog's head and it's very convenient. They charge fast and they last a long time. I recommend them. I find that the green is the brightest." — Nancy636
Get it from Amazon for $15.99 (available in two color options).
22. An electric can opener/knife sharpener — if you're into cooking with canned goods, this *treasure* deserves a spot of honor on your counter. This lovely gadget is about to become the very best sous chef.
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Promising review:"I was looking for a basic simple can opener with a bit of style…this one is it! Works very well, opens cans smoothly. Also the color is perfect!" — Jennifer Cooley
Get it from Amazon for $14.44 (available in seven colors).
23. A Dyson Ball toy vacuum that'll both sound (and work!) like a pint-sized version of your own favorite vacuum. That's right — this thing even has suction! Thanks to this, your little mimic will actually help out around the house while playing pretend. Did we all just master parenting??
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There's a storage compartment you can remove that'll hold all the debris your kiddo picks up. When they find out they are ALLOWED to tear paper into tiny pieces and then make that paper disaster? That'll entertain them for ages!
Promising review:"Our son is absolutely obsessed with our Dyson (the real one), which is why we purchased this toy Dyson vacuum for his birthday. He's 2 years old, and he is really enjoying having his on 'working' vacuum cleaner!!! He seriously plays with it for hours during the day. Turning it on and off and pushing it through the house just like we use our real vacuum. I would buy this again! It was his favorite gift!" — Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $24.99+ (available in two colors).
24. A pair of toast tongs to make sure you don't burn even a little rab bit of your fingies when your toast pops up from the toaster — no matter how impatient you are when it's breakfast time.
Promising review:"These are the cutest toast tongs! They are nicely crafted and the long-eared bunny design is adorable. Perfect tongs for my toaster and waffle iron. It stands by itself as a little, functional piece of art, and won't get lost in the utensil drawer like my old boring tongs. The packaging is also nice and makes this really giftable, so I'll be ordering more as gifts for sure." — Tuzi
Get it from Amazon for $16.99.
25. A milk frother for coffee connoisseurs who have ~bean~ wanting a tool that creates a rich, creamy froth for their daily drinks. Make this at home and feel like the rad, if pretentious, barista you're too afraid to talk to when you go out for coffee.
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Promising review:"All of my friends and family had this so naturally I had to get one and I am obsessed. Makes every homemade coffee taste like you went out and bought one. Very affordable and worth every penny. I love that is comes with a cute holder for it." — Kayla Dillinger
Get it from Amazon for $14.99 (available in several colors and styles).
26. A set of french fry clips to keep opened snacks fresh. This includes a magnetic holder to avoid stashing chip clips in a cluttered junk drawer. Funny, functional, AND organized?! These things are delicious.
Promising review: "These are very cute and I love the magnet holder to stick on my fridge so they are easily accessible. Not sure about the durability, haven't used very long." — Save the Bees
Get a set of 12 clips from Amazon for $14.90.
27. A MySmile teeth whitening kit — an enamel-safe system designed specifically for sensitive teeth that claims to brighten your smile up to 10 shades with consistent use. Go ahead, get dentist-worthy white teeth at a fraction of the cost. I dare you. P.S. The kit uses carbamide peroxide gel and a waterproof LED light to brighten your smile in zippy quick 10-minute sessions. Save *so much* time and money by doing this at home!
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Promising review:"It worked on myself and wife to brighten both our teeth!!! I was hesitant as a lot of the products out there do not seem to work as advertised but this one definitely does and is reasonably priced! If you are on the fence about it ,like I was, I highly recommend it =). One very happy costumer and most likely returning!!" — Kyle Books
Get it from Amazon for $35.99.
28. A bunch of faux tulips (with over 17,000 5-star reviews!!!) that'll stay in bloom all year long, helping you keep your apartment lookin' bright and sunny even on the coldest of winter days.
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Promising review:"They look so real, and I get a ton of compliments on them. Everyone always thinks my husband surprised me with tulips (my favorite flower) and are shocked to learn these are not real. I have several of them throughout my house, and plan to buy more because they are great!" — Abbey S.
Get them from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in many colors and in sets of 20, 28, or 60).
29. A TikTok remote control ring so you can scroll through TikToks without touching your phone. You can even "heart" videos with it! Pair this with a neck mount and you can spend hours on your phone without your neck hurting from looking down that long.
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FYI, This nifty gadget also works with your Kindle and can use your camera to take photos or video from up to 33 feet away.
Promising review:"I have a TikTok obsession, and I am thrilled with this ring! I love how versatile it is, too, where I can flip book pages on my phone and go through music as well. It's easy to use and set up if your follow the instructions." — The Shopper around the Corner
Get it from Amazon for $19.99 (available in six colors).
30. A set of gold cable organizers sure to make your desk look impeccable while keeping your charging cords neat and tidy.
Brighttia/Etsy
Brighttia is a New York-based Etsy shop established in 2018 that specializes in industrial and modern interior lighting and decor.
Promising review:"These brass cable organizers are beautiful and high quality. I'm using two of them to keep a plug-in sconce cord attached to the wall and to direct the cord to the electrical outlet. These little gold pieces add a touch of functionality and glamour to the sconces. Exactly what I was looking for." — Amy Margolis
Get a set of four from Brighttia on Etsy for $22.98 (available in 12 colors).
31. An LED flat plate is gonna help you read far into the night without disturbing the morning person snoozin' beside you.
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Promising review:"LOVE! This book light is perfect for nighttime reading. I opted for this particular brand over others I saw for less as it has a dimmer. I really like this one as the glow is soft and not harsh on my eyes. The dimmer has a wide range when I turn the knob. You can use this book light horizontally or vertically. It's not large enough to cover the whole page of most books, but it does completely light up an entire page so you don't have to move it up and down while reading." — Flora
Get it from Amazon for $26.99 (available in two colors).
32. A BugZooka bug vacuum you'll be glad you bought when your critter situation sucks. Just hold it up to the bug, press the button, and watch as the device gently pulls beetles, spiders, and roaches into the tube.
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Promising review:"If you're seriously grossed out and terrified by bugs, here at last is the secret weapon you NEED. You cock it, hold the business end near the bug, and push the red button. Voila, the bug is sucked into a plastic chamber in a microsecond, out of your life for all practical purposes. The bug isn't even injured, just confined, so if you're feeling tenderhearted, you can take it outdoors and release it. The bug cannot escape, even if you use the BugZooka again immediately. The second bug and subsequent bugs just join the first one, safe and secure. The BugZooka is about two feet long, so you don't even have to get close to your insect victim." — Calli
Get it from Amazon for $30.10.
33. A chic minimalist fruit bowl/colander — with this, you can plop all your produce into the decorative bowl and wash it at the same time! The drain will remove any excess water. Three cheers for time-saving, life hack products!
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Check out a TikTok of the colander in action.
Promising review:"Absolutely love this fruit bowl! The bottom comes off for drainage and it's super easy to clean. It looks great on the counter and fits a decent amount of fruit! Great find and I would recommend this product!" — Faith Reviews
Get it from Amazon for $24.99 (available in two colors).
34. A Pretty Litter subscription that'll change colors when your cat is sick, alerting you with plenty of time to get your kitto to the vet. Nothing will put your mind at ease better than knowing your stoic cat's health is ~crystal~ clear.
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Each bag has enough litter to cover you for a month and the subscription includes free shipping.
Start a Pretty Litter subscription for $24/ month (available for one, two, and multi-cat households).
35. A secret fidget ring to help you subtly fidget through all the meetings in your office that should have (say it with me!) been an email.
Little Gem And Company / Etsy
This small business is owned by Becca Seim and located in Bellingham, Washington. If you read through the reviews, you'll see dozens of customers specifically calling out how great Becca is to work with — you love to see it! The handcrafted, minimalist jewelry Becca designs is truly one of a kind.
Promising review:"I absolutely love this ring!! It has really helped me with my picking habit. I ordered another ring almost immediately. Becca has also been so accommodating and a pleasure to work with. Her store will be my go-to shop for fidget jewelry. Thank you again, Becca!!!" — amyemorse
Get it from Little Gem And Company on Etsy for $36+ (available in sizes 2–14 and in sterling silver or gold filled).
36. A smokeless portable fire pit for inside folks who think a campfire sounds nice, in theory. The 360-degree airflow design guarantees a perfect flame for cooking and chilling out, even if your fire-making skills aren't exactly going on your resume anytime soon.
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For additional gadgets and gizmos, including different stove sizes, check out Solo Stove's homepage!
I have a Solo Stove and it is SUCH a hit! We use it on our back porch almost every night. My husband and I have been remodeling our kitchen and we use the stove with the pizza oven and wok attachments to make dinners outside. We also love that we can take it with us when we go camping. Don't hesitate...you want this.
Promising review: "This is really great. So nice to be able to sit anywhere around it and not have to deal with smoke in you face. No more moving your chairs around to avoid the smoke." — Kelly Ciccocioppo
Get it from Amazon for $199.99.
37. A towel warmer to provide you with that fresh-outta-the-dryer feel every time you pull a towel out and wrap it around your body. No cold post-shower race to the laundry room needed.
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It can fit up to two towels and has a 15-minute adjustable timer.
Promising review:"After reading lots of reviews on several different towel warmers, I bought this product for my mom for Christmas. I tested it out before giving it to her. It was works great! The timer looks so sleek and fancy. Even at only 15 minutes, you get a nice warm towel! 10/10 would recommend! Already thinking of buying one for myself!" — Kaylee Sierra
Get it from Amazon for $119.99.
38. An adjustable vase — this tiny piece of decor is so clever it should be a staple in every flower lover's home! This'll adjust its height based on the stems of your flowers, letting you show off their full bloom without pruning the flowers to death.
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Promising review: "Super cool vase that I originally saw on TikTok. It's been sold out everywhere but I managed to snag it from Amazon a few weeks ago for a friend's belated birthday gift. It arrived quickly and securely packaged. The vase is really cool, the glass portion is very sturdy, and the metal portion of the vase seems very strong. It takes a little bit of strength to raise and lower the metal portion. The brass is very light and looks closer to a brushed gold. The recipient was very happy with her gift! 10/10!" — Alexa Clark
Get it from Amazon for $33.
39. A Sriracha keychain sure to spice up your life...literally.
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It comes empty, so don't forget to fill it up!
Promising review:"I purchased this keychain combo pack as a joke for my son's birthday. Sriracha is his favorite condiment and he has been known to bring a full-size bottle with him when he goes out to eat. He was thrilled with this! It was his favorite gift!" — DixieKnitter
Get a two-pack from Amazon for $12.99.
40. A BedJet cooling and warming system so you can control the temperature of your bed at night, even with the covers on. This specific detail is crucial when you know that keeping even one leg out of the covers means the monsters WILL get you. We know the facts.
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This sweet setup uses biorhythm sleep technology. It's programmed to change the temperature each hour of the night to help you sleep better. You can also set the temperature to whatever degree you'd like – just use the remote! If you're a cold sleeper, you can also set it to heat mode and it'll warm you up 15 times faster than a regular ol' blanket! To set it up, plug the unit into an outlet, slip the teeny tube under your sheets, set your preferred temperature, and you'll be g2g!
Promising review: "First time I have ever been moved to write a review on Amazon but this is the single most amazing product if you sleep hot! This thing WORKS and it is saving my life! It only took a NASA engineer to solve my propensity to burst into to flames every night at 2 a.m.!" — Matthes
Get it from Amazon for $489+ (available in two styles or just the bed sheets).
41. A roll of faux ivy — attach this to wire fencing, a railing, or a trellis to add a lush look to your yard *while* providing a real amount of privacy. This is sure to be great if you love dinners outdoors but would rather not be bothered by the next door neighbors, or if you'd prefer not to find out you're sleeping in the *literal* dog house that night.
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Promising review:"This is the second privacy screen I've purchased from Amazon. I have an area in my garden visible from the street. The screen hides all my gardening stuff (i.e. wheelbarrow, buckets, etc.). It truly looks like the real deal!!!" — soooz
Get a 94-inch x 39-inch roll from Amazon for $31.99+ (available in three sizes).
42. A touchless vacuum so you can throw that dust pan in the GARBAGE where it belongs. No longer bend and snap every time you sweep! Bless.
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Promising review:" 10/10, would recommend. Got this initially for cleaning up the hair in my salon. It works perfectly! I love it. It's so easy. This is AMAZING!!" — Alyssa
Get it from Amazon for $159+ (available in five styles).
43. A CovoBox that'll cover your Wi-Fi router with elegant "books" instead of leaving it out on display. What a *novel* idea!
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Before adding this to your cart, you have the option to customize it, including selecting from 14 lengths and 15 colors (including custom colors). The CovoBox is made from reclaimed books and sustainable wood.
BTW — Covogoods is a small family-owned business creating home decor in Utah!
Promising review:"I'm pretty sure I've never loved a purchase from Amazon as much as I love this one. This product is EXTREMELY well made and very unique. Plus, it does the job of hiding the ugly routers and cords. And the customer service was great and responsive. I was a little hesitant to spend the money on this but after years of living with the husband's pile of technology, the money was well spent!" — AmazonEmme
Get it from Covogoods on Amazon Handmade for $29+ (available in customizable sizes and colors).
44. A silicone grease container for home cooks who would love to start putting their bacon grease to good use. This has a strainer to make sure no bacon bits get left behind. Just toss it in the freezer and you'll have smooth, delectable drippings for your next cooking endeavor (or a mess-free trashing system if bacon grease isn't your thing).
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This reusable, silicone design is safe up to 500 degrees Fahrenheit, resists stains and odors, and holds one cup of cooled grease.
Promising review:"This came exactly as described. It's worth every penny! It's compact, fits right in your refrigerator without taking up too much space, is easy to clean, and adorable!" — Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $16.99.
45. An attachable elastic laptop accessory belt to hold all your essentials nice and snug. We're talkin' phone, pens, cables, etc.. Gone are the days of precariously balancing all your most important items on top of your laptop while scurrying from meeting to meeting!
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Check out a TikTok of the laptop belt in action.
Beblau is an Italy-based, family-owned small business specializing in products for digital nomads.
Promising review: "This product is a lifesaver for a teacher on the go. I use it for my iPad Pro and my school issued laptop. I no longer drop things as I move place to place! Just the basics will fit, pen, cards, small writing tablet." — Elementary Techy Teacher
Get it from Amazon for $29.99 (available in five colors).
46. An adjustable cake leveler that'll help with what feels like an impossible task – evenly cutting into a baked cake. If you've tried this with a knife before and ended up with nothing but crumbles, you deserve this.
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If you'd like to make a checkerboard cake – you need this piece!
Promising review: "I was scared to work with layer cakes before because I fail miserably in leveling cakes. Ruler and knife just do not work for me! I can't do it! I decided to give this a try and, boy, I feel like I am an expert cake maker. It's so easy to use and it works perfectly. So far I have tried it on white almond sour cream cake and it has done great. I was able to do a checkerboard cake and I couldn't imagine pulling it off before. Can't wait to make more fabulous cakes! If you suck at leveling cakes, do not hesitate to get this tool! I promise you are going to love it!'' — E. Champion
Get it from Amazon for $15.49.
47. A pickle keeper and juice strainer — tip this over like an hourglass and you can grab pickles, cherries, or olives *without* the juice making a mess.
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Promising review:"I love pickles and olives but hate the mess and pain of pickle/olive brine. I've been known to just drain it out of a jar immediately, even if that means having to throw away the pickles or olives sooner. I randomly discovered these containers from some online article, and knew right away I would be getting one. I now have two but plan on buying more. They're just great. The only thing is, you need to be 100% sure you've got the lids on completely or you will have a disaster on your hands. Check and double check each time you are securing them. The tongs are useful just to have around for anything, too." — Nick
Get it from Amazon for $13.90+ (available in two colors).
48. An Air Fort that'll store flat (it's about the size of a sweatshirt when folded) and then inflate when your kids want to play! This genius toy is easy to pick up, easy to set up, and keeps your house free from the chaos of pillow forts.
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Promising review:"This is the best gift ever. High impact, easy to set up, so exciting for kids, but folds up SO SMALL. It's maybe the size of a folded sweatshirt when it's packed up? Honestly it's a parent's dream to have a fun activity that doesn't require a ton of storage. I will keep this on my list of gift ideas for the future for other kids in my life!" — Lindsay W.
Get it from Amazon for $59.95 (available in 18 styles).
49. A SwitchBot Smart Switch Button Pusher can transform the dumbest of devices into smart machines worthy of the future (as long as they have a press-able "on/off" switch). Have Alexa control these gadgets and gizmos with an app instead! Getting up to start the coffee maker is so last century.
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Promising review:"This is exactly what I was looking for and had no idea it existed until I saw someone mention it on TikTok! Our front walkway gets pretty dark at night, and I was frustrated with trying to remember to turn on the light every evening and off every morning. I looked into those light sensors you can plug in, but our front porch light is under an awning with enough shade that it would have kept the light on 24/7. This little Switchbot solved the problem. I applied it to the indoor light switch and set the time on my phone. It has worked perfectly ever since." — Alecia McLochlin
Get it from Amazon for $20.30+ (available in white and black).
50. A set of soda can "lids" to transform any canned beverage into a portable bottle. Grab this little can hat and keep drinks fresh longer while making them easy to travel with!
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Check it out on TikTok here!
Reviewers also *swear* by these for keeping sand and dirt off the rim at picnics or the beach!
Promising review: "These are amazing! Especially for kids. I have carried them by the top as well as flipped them upside down etc. and it does not pop off! I was skeptical but surprised at how well they stay on!" — Britt25
Get a set of six from Amazon for $14.99+ (available in six colors).
51. A front seat organizer designed with two extra drink holders and a catchall spot for keys, lip balm, and the like. Reviewers say this easily fits in their car, even if they didn't have any cupholders before. If you, like the rest of TikTok, need a caffeinated drink, a hydrating drink, and a *fun* drink all at the same time....you're gonna need this stat.
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Promising review: "Most awesome thing I bought I think all year! I have a small sports car, no cup-holders. This thing looks awesome, is well-made, and is sturdy! It's everything I needed and it looks fantastic in my car, even though I have dark blue leather interior. Fabulous find!" — 2019
Get it from Amazon for $20.74+ (available in six colors).
52. A three-pack of antibacterial paper soap sheets (300 sheets in all!) so you can always make sure there's soap ~handy~ wherever you go, despite how often you find empty soap containers in public bathrooms.
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Promising review:"I bought these to put into my bag/pocket to carry around just in case. Sometimes public restrooms do not have soap and that is extremely inconvenient. These come in super handy! One sheet is definitely enough for me and it's so cool to watch it turn from a dry sheet of paper into sudsy soap with water added. I 100% recommend." — mammothemeerkat
Get them from Amazon for $7.99+ (available in 13 pack options, including different scents).
53. A rechargeable mini USB fridge deodorizer because that ancient box of baking soda isn't cutting it. Rather than just absorbing bad smells, this also circulates fresh air throughout your fridge to make sure every crevice and corner smells fresh!
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Check it out on TikTok!
Promising review:"I love how little space this deodorizer takes up. I've had a few different brands and types, but all were fairly bulky. This charged fast, and I love I only need to recharge monthly. My fridge hasn't smelled once since I've started using." — Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $18.99 (available in two styles).
54. A cabinet hammock — a fun fruit bowl replacement for folks who love having produce ~hanging~ around within eyesight (and extra, uncluttered counter space on top of that).
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Lesli Lenover's shop has all things macrame...even mini plant hangers for your car! The shop is based in Indianapolis.
Promising review:"I was so excited to clear off counter space by getting rid of my fruit bowl. The quality is great, thank you!" — Melinda Myrick
Get it from Macra-YAY Macrame on Etsy for $33.
55. A bubble tent that'll be loved by adventurers who actually want to SEE the great outdoors when they are out. Reviewers say this is a cinch to set up (particularly easy with two people) and relatively solid in all weather (just be sure to have a pad underneath if it rains). Imagine star gazing before snoozing in this thing! DREAMY!
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Promising review:"This was easy to assemble and is likely even easier with two people. I love going out on the woods to have a camping / picnic date or party with friends. It's resistant to the wind water resistant. When the weather is cold, it's cozy and warm inside this tent. It maintains a good temperature (review image above, left)." — jimeamezcua
Get it from Amazon for $237.99+ (available in four sizes).
56. A portable sparkling water maker — to use, simply add a cartridge, twist on the cap, and watch your water start sparkling! The future is now. Staying hydrated is anything but boring.
Ote
Check out a TikTok of the Ote sparkling water maker in action.
Promising review:"Love this bottle/soda maker. I am obsessed with fizzy drinks and cannot take my bulkier at-home maker with me to work or when I travel. This maker allowed me the compact convenience of taking my fizzy drinks everywhere I go. I can control what I put in my body and always get my flavors I love. 10 out of 10 do recommend! — Zeusboomer911
Get it from Amazon for $49.99.
57. A bag re-sealer I'd personally buy for the looks alone (it's basically a tiny hair straightener! CUTE!) for anyone who would love the chance to reseal their snacks and keep them feelin' fresh.
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Promising review:"Just got this cool new gadget! So sick of never having a clip for the million bags of chips I open daily. This sealer worked great. Heated up in, like, 40 seconds and sealed this chip bag in seconds, and now, I don't have to find a clip! I'm sure the chips will stay fresh much longer, too, since it's sealed like I just bought it! Would recommend!" — Stacy0814
Get it from Amazon for $11.33+ (available in two colors).
58. And finally, a salt shooter — with this, you can spend your free time hunting the world's most dangerous game...the pesky housefly.
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Promising review:"This salt gun is SO MUCH FUN! I hate flies so this is the perfect solution. It's like a nerf gun but shoots salt instead. It's not too heavy to hold. However the pump is tough to pull back, which is perfect for an adult but difficult for kids. If you shoot yourself in the hands or arm, it stings a tiny bit but that's it. I Highly recommend it! Happy Hunting!" — Q. Nguyen
Get it from Amazon for $39.95.
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Or a high-waisted mini skirt that looks incredibly familiar (hello, Aritzia? Is that you?) and made with a satiny material that is sure to make you feel ~très chic~. This skirt comes in a bunch of different colors, so you can snag a bunch of 'em for the same price as a single name-brand one — and no one will even be able to tell the difference. A simple, gorgeous tennis bracelet to add some ✨sparkle✨ to your wrist, but ya know, without costing you the down payment of a nice house in the suburbs. This elegant piece looks just like Swarovski, and reviewers say it doesn't tarnish, so it's bound to last you a lifetime. After all, diamonds may be a girl's best friend, but cubic zirconia is her lover. Oversized square sunglasses that will make your friends think you shelled out the big bucks for Bottega Veneta, when really all it cost you was the price of two meals at Chick-fil-A. Plus, you won't cry when you accidentally lose a pair or scratch them up at the beach — which, let's be honest, is more likely to happen than not. Eve Hansen Hydrating Hyaluronic Acid Serum to make you feel like you just got a facial, when really all you did was apply a few drops of this lil' magic potion. It'll hydrate your skin, reduce under-eye puffiness and dark circles, smooth fine lines, boost overall hydration, and create a radiant glow✨! Plus, reviewers even compare it to TNS Recovery Complex serum, which is literally over $200 for a 1-ounce bottle (YIKES). A full-zip track jacket because dropping $100+ on that Lululemon Define jacket honestly does not seem like the best financial decision at this time — but honestly, why would you, when this baby is so similar and literally a fraction of the price?! And yeah, don't worry, it even has the thumb holes. An expensive-looking faux-leather belt that is sure to become the focal piece of your outfit. Is it actually Gucci? Perhaps not. But those buddies you meet weekly for brunch don't gotta know that. Nyx Fat Oil Lip Drip, because why spend $40+ on that one Dior lip oil, when you can have basically the same thing for $9?! It's hydrating (thank you, vegan squalane), has beautiful sheer colors, and, despite the gloss, is surprisingly not sticky! Literally gorgeous. A loungewear set for those of you who don't want to sacrifice comfort for style. You can lounge around confident in your fashionista status with a set that looks ridiculously similar to the Skims set the Kardashians are known to adore. You, after calculating how much money you just saved: The reviews used in this post have been edited for length and clarity.

Miami Herald

3 hours ago

• Miami Herald

Tesla Isn't Going to Like Its Robotaxi Rival's Newest Announcement

Tesla is days away from its June 22 robotaxi launch in Austin, Texas, but autonomous rideshare company Zoox, backed by Amazon, has bigger news. Zoox has opened its first large-scale robotaxi production facility in Hayward, California-a 220,000-square-foot site equivalent to 3 ½ American football fields capable of assembling more than 10,000 vehicles per year at full capacity. While Waymo is the undisputed leader in self-driving rideshare service, Zoox is considered its top competitor. The company is currently testing in multiple U.S. cities with more than 20 vehicles and plans to launch commercial operations later this year in Las Vegas and San Francisco. Zoox also expects to begin onboarding public riders soon for its testing in San Francisco's South of Market neighborhood. The Amazon-backed rideshare service's autonomous fleet uses purpose-built, box-like vehicles designed purely for riders without a steering wheel or pedals. In perfect timing, the NHTSA just announced that it is streamlining reviews of self-driving car manufacturers' requests for exemptions from safety rules requiring steering wheels or pedals. The application, which previously took years if companies received an answer at all, is now expected to take months. Zoox will use its new Hayward, California, manufacturing facility for robotaxi engineering and software/hardware integration, robotaxi assembly, storage of robotaxi components, shipping and receiving, and end-of-line testing preceding deployment. Vehicles undergoing manufacturing at Zoox have robots perform specific tasks like applying precision-based adhesive for glass installation and moving cars down the line while humans complete remaining duties. Zoox expects its new facility's scaling to provide hundreds of jobs for the San Francisco Bay Area. Tesla also had a production announcement this week, but it received mixed feedback, causing the company's stock to decline almost 4% from Tuesday's market closing to the end of Wednesday's trading. The electric automaker is halting Model Y and Cybertruck production for a week at its Texas Gigafactory plant for the second time in two months, starting June 30. Tesla states the temporary shutdown is for factory line maintenance and other improvements aimed at boosting production, but a recent report from Electrek highlighted how there is an increasing number of Tesla vehicles parked in lots not linked to the company's retail, delivery, or service locations, indicating excess inventory. The now-shutdown Chesterfield Mall in Westchester, Missouri, is currently holding hundreds of unsold Teslas in its parking lot located about three miles from one of the automaker's dealerships. Tim Lowe, senior vice president of leasing and development for The Staenberg Group, told Fox 2: "Tesla has a short-term lease to park Tesla cars at Chesterfield Mall. We relocated them to the Dillard's parcel when we started mall demolition." Lowe added that Tesla is six months into its 16-month lease for the lot, which has held anywhere from 200-400 cars at a time. Tesla will launch its robotaxi service in Austin using its Model Y SUV, with the company's Cybercab purpose-built for autonomous ridesharing scheduled to launch full-scale production next year. Zoox's latest production announcement for its purpose-built robotaxi places it well ahead of Tesla's Cybercab manufacturing, increasing its likelihood of being Waymo's most significant competitor. The Amazon-backed autonomous rideshare company's other assembly facility in Fremont, California, is a site for its retrofitted test fleet and sensor pod configuration. Instead of specifying initial production targets, Zoox said in a release that it plans to grow its robotaxi production to match commercial demand. Copyright 2025 The Arena Group, Inc. All Rights Reserved.