08-06-2025
33 Products That Are Surprising Life Hacks
A pair of fluffy slippers with microfiber mops on the soles so you can get some cleaning done while you make your way from the couch to the kitchen and back to the couch again. You'll use way less paper towels the next time you knock over a glass of Moscato.
An easily hangable T-shirt organizer so you can roll up all of your favorite graphic tees and neatly store them on the back of your closet door. It's so much easier than rummaging through a crowded drawer or shuffling through endless hangers.
A two-pack of silicone gap covers, because you'd be surprised at how many stray crumbs make their way into that space between your stove and countertop. This will keep it covered so your ground beef won't fly outta the pan and live in that mysterious gap forever.
Promising review: "This product does just what it is supposed to do. It is heat resistant, easy to wipe and extremely easy to install in my kitchen. I was lucky - my gap covers didn't need any trimming at all, they fit perfectly and they don't move during normal kitchen use." —Tia DGet a two-pack from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in three sizes, three colors, and steel styles).
A click-on automatic cleaning pack that clings right inside the toilet bowl to keep things fresh. It'll clean with every flush and buy you some time in between more thorough scrubbing sessions.
An AirFly Pro wireless transmitter so you can add Bluetooth capabilities to any device with a headphone jack — even the screens on an airplane! Now, you can watch a movie on your next flight without using those awful wired earbuds that get all tangled up in your tray table.
A wrinkle releaser and fabric-freshening spray that describes itself as an "iron in a bottle" — and over 34,000 Amazon reviewers swear by it. It'll help you get rid of all those creases and crinkles with just a few simple sprays, so it's perfect for when you can't be bothered to pull out the iron.
A set of sheet detanglers to stop your bedding from becoming a twisted mess in your washer and dryer — because there are few things worse than realizing your pillowcases are still wet after getting caught in your fitted sheet during the dryer cycle. Just pop the corners into the tabs to keep them from getting jumbled up while tumble drying.
A small snail that will hang out on the side of your mug and keep your tea bag from sliding all over the place while you enjoy your much-deserved 10th tea break of the day.
A cloth drip catcher to automatically mop up any water splashes and stop the back of your sink from getting gross and mildewy. It's machine washable, so you can easily clean it when it needs a refresh.
A nifty device that can turn hot coffee into iced coffee in 60 seconds, so it's perfect for the coffee connoisseur who drinks iced beverages year-round. It can also be used to quickly chill wine, which honestly might be even more useful. The unique design keeps the ice completely separate from the liquid you pour inside, so you'll get a chilled bev without diluting it.
An ice cube tray with a lid since you'll probably be doubling the amount of ice you put in your drinks now that the summer heat is in full swing. The lid will keep out any lingering odors and makes it way easier to transport from the sink to the freezer.
Promising review: "It's the little things in life. I feel a little silly writing a review for an ice tray, but this thing is fan-freaking-tastic! Perfect, easy-to-remove ice every single time with no spills getting to the freezer. If you're looking for an ice tray, this is the one you want." —DazzGet it from Amazon for $10.94 (available in two styles).
A three-pronged duster to reach in between your blinds because they are probably way dirtier than you think 😬. The design means you can hit multiple blinds at once, so you'll be done with the full window in just a few swipes. Once you're done, just throw the cloth in the washing machine and pop a new one on!
An all-purpose scrubber kit that'll magically transform your power drill into the ultimate cleaning tool you never knew you needed. The nylon bristles won't leave behind any scratches, so you can scrub away without worrying about ruining your tub, toilet, baseboards, or any other surface that needs an intense cleaning.
A luggage-mounted cup caddy to keep your hands free when you need to rush to your gate, but you're not quite done with that cold brew yet. It's large enough to hold a Venti Starbucks, and the second pocket is perfect for snacks, keys, AirPods, etc.
A waterproof eyeliner stamp which will be a life-saver for all my fellow peeps with shaky hands. You can use the curved wing side to effortlessly apply liner to the outer corner of your eye, then flip over to the regular fine tip to define the rest of the eye.
A Tubshroom to catch all of your hair before it has a chance to clog your drain — because no, it shouldn't take a full hour for your shower to fully drain. Just place this in your drain and let the clever design trap hair while still letting water through.
A bracelet tool so you can wear your favorite accessories even when nobody is around to help you deal with that annoying lobster clasp. Seriously, it's 2025 — bracelet clasp technology should be more advanced by now.
A dishwasher magnet to help you keep track of the last time you did your to prevent any dish-related quarrels in your home. Listen, dishwasher pods are expensive, nobody wants to double-wash already clean dishes in this economy!! This'll also prevent anyone in your fam from throwing a used cereal bowl amongst your sparkling clean dishware before you have a chance to empty the machine.
A no-scrub weekly shower cleaner that'll stop soap scum and residue from forming before they have a chance to take over your entire tub. Just spray and walk away — your future self will be so grateful.
A pack of hypoallergenic body wipes for the days when you need to skip the shower and take the lazy route instead. We've all been there. These are infused with aloe so your skin will feel refreshed, clean, and silky smooth!
An absolutely genius tool that lets you easily spread butter on your pans before cooking or directly on hot foods like corn on the cob or fresh bread. No more ~butter fingers~!
A nifty strainer you can attach to the side of your pot so you'll never burn yourself while using a colander ever again! Plus, no more splashing yourself while hand-washing a full-size strainer.
A roll-up dish-drying rack that's a major space saver and surprisingly multifunctional. It can also be used as a trivet mat on your countertop or simply as a way to turn your sink into some extra counter space when you're cooking. My fellow tiny apartment dwellers, rejoice!
A grout ink pen — it'll take the space between your tiles from grimy to shiny in a few simple swipes. This won't clean your grout, but it'll make it look brand-new. It's like a more productive version of an adult coloring book!
A toothpaste dispenser and storage unit so you can stop fumbling around with a crusty tube of Colgate when you've barely wiped away the crust from your eyes. It'll keep five toothbrushes, two tubes of toothpaste, and other bathroom necessities in their proper place.
A mountable jar opener — you shouldn't have to use every bit of your upper body strength just to open a jar of jelly. It can fit jars up to five inches wide, so you should be able to open basically anything in your cupboard.
A game-changing pan and pot lid organizer, because reaching for your favorite cookware shouldn't feel like playing a game of Jenga in your cabinet. The unique design allows you to store them horizontally or vertically, so it's bound to work in almost any cabinet. Having such easy access to your pans might make you close Uber Eats and cook for once. I said "might."
A felt handbag insert with several pockets and compartments that will stop your purse from becoming an endless black hole of nothingness. Just imagine reaching into your bag and finding your lip balm on the very first try.
A super grippy suction attachment so you can stick your phone to basically any smooth surface (think mirrors, walls, windows, basically anything without any texture). I recently saw someone use one of these to stick their phone to the back of a plane seat and my jaw dropped as I was filled with pure jealousy.
A sleek stand that will finally give you a place to rest your spoons and pot lids instead of awkwardly laying them on the counter and hoping they don't leave a mess for you to clean up later.
A set of lids so you can store all your bottles upside down and get every 👏 last 👏 drop 👏 out of there. It's the money-saver you never knew you needed. It's designed to work with 90% of plastic bottles and has adapters for different size openings.
A set of washable liners that'll catch the lasagna that's bubbling over before it has a chance to reach the bottom and basically become a permanent part of your oven forever. Now, you can just take this out and give it a quick rinsing instead of endlessly scrubbing.
A hanging garbage bag holder — it clips onto the top of your cabinet so you can easily dispose of your scraps without having to walk over to the trash can every. single. time! This will make cleanup SO much faster, especially if you're chopping tons of veggies. Meal prepping is hard enough as it is — don't make the cleaning afterward harder than it has to be.
Now get to hacking!
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