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1. A ChomChom pet hair roller that I will never stop writing about because it's the only thing that's saved my VELVET couch (bad idea, I know) from my two cats who just looove lounging there. It doesn't mess with sticky tapes or paper; instead, you get a reusable brush that grabs up every bit of hair and lint as you clean — just empty it out after, and you're good to go again!
The tens of thousands of 5-star Amazon reviews are reason enough to add the ChomChom to your cart immediately — but let me add my own personal review to the stack. I've been using the ChomChom for quite a while now, but I took the photos above literally just now to show just how quick, easy, and effective this roller is. It took 10 seconds to rid my velvet couch ottoman of the hair my two gray kitties are constantly leaving everywhere. It takes a bit of practice to get the hang of using this roller — at first, I thought you only brushed down in one direction, and was confused why it wasn't picking up hair. It's important to do a push-and-pull brushing in *both* directions so it actually pulls the hair inside, which does require you to apply a bit of pressure. Afterward, you'll just dump out the hair that's been trapped inside. The ChomChom is best for large flat surfaces like couches and beds.
Promising reviews: "Where has this been all my cat-loving life? Sticky rollers work fine for clothes, but this is the only product that has ever COMPLETELY removed all the cat hair from my bed. I have a long-haired 20-pound tabby and if you run your hands up his back a few times and fling the hair everywhere, it looks like it's snowing — he never stops shedding no matter what I do. After using the ChomChom, I can put on a black dress and roll around on my bed and not get a single hair on me. It's absolutely amazing. Everyone is getting one for Christmas, even if they don't have a pet. I don't care, it's THAT good." —Stephanie
Get it from Amazon for $24.99 (available in two colors).
2. A pack of stain-removing, nontoxic Keurig cleaning cups if your morning cup of joe is starting to taste a little funky. Just run a regular cycle using one of these bad boys, and it'll remove the built-up grinds and residue without you needing to lift a finger.
Promising review: "Couldn't believe how much coffee residue this product pulled out of my Keurig. I'm now a fan and have already purchased another box! Wanting to know if this product really worked I conducted my own little experiment. I ran a few 'hot water only' cycles through the machine and got a lot of left behind coffee grounds. Then I used the cleaning pod and became very suspicious because the water that came out looked like I had brewed a cup of coffee. Being the suspicious person that I am I wondered if the powder in the cleaning pod was actually brown to mislead me into thinking that my coffee pot was actually that dirty. It WAS actually that dirty. I ran another cleaning pod through and this time the water was somewhat lighter. I'm a believer." —Amazon Customer
Get a pack of six from Amazon for $9.95.
3. A zero-effort, once-a-week Wet & Forget cleaner that works on soap scum without any scrubbing or wiping needed. All you have to do is shower and then spray this on afterward — it'll handle all the grime and residue from there.
Promising review: "This product is ridiculously good. How did I not know about this? I've aged myself 20 years cleaning my tub on hands and knees before I found this product. I basically spray after each shower and I never have to clean again." —Mr.Stan
Get it from Amazon for $20.98 (available in two scents and in packs).
4. A mold and mildew stain remover to rescue your outdoor furniture and surfaces from a buildup of mold and mildew, because absolutely no one wants to sit on that. This formula cleans away stains without any heavy scrubbing needed — just spray down whatever you're trying to clean, let it sit, then rinse it off with a hose to finish the job.
RMR Brands is a small business that launched in 2013 creating powerful cleaning solutions for your toughest messes.
Promising review: "I used this product on my vinyl siding on my house which was covered with green mildew. Within 15 seconds (as advertised) the mildew was disappearing literally before my eyes. I rinsed the siding off with water and my house looks like the siding was brand-new. THIS PRODUCT REALLY WORKS! Note: wear clothing that you can dispose of afterward, it will take the color out of fabric quickly if you get it on your clothing." —Ron
Get it from Amazon for $16.99 (also available in a larger size and packs).
5. A far-reaching dryer vent lint brush capable of getting deeeep in there to scoop out all that gross trapped lint clogging your vents.
Promising review: "How have I lived without this gadget for all these years?!?! I had originally ordered one of these for a couple of dollars cheaper, but I canceled that order when I saw the deal where you could get two of them for less than eight dollars. Totally worth the money. I have struggled cleaning my dryer vent all these years and tried to come up with numerous homemade objects to help with the annoying task. I was so excited to see a product is actually made for it. It’s just as described and works well. The only reason it didn’t get five stars is because I still struggled getting all the lint out of the bottom of the vent holder and it didn’t come with a strap for the hole on the wooden handle." —SJW
Get a pack of two from Amazon for $7.60.
6. Hope's Perfect Sink Cleaner and Polish, made to restore brushed stainless steel, porcelain, cast-iron, and other surfaces to their former glory so you don't have to grimace every time you see the bottom of your sink.
Promising review: "We bought our house two years ago. Prior to us, it had been used and abused as a rental house for about a decade. Our porcelain kitchen sink was just disgusting. My husband tried his best when we first moved in to get it to even resemble the original white, but the bottoms were just permanently stained a tan color. I gave up. Installing a new sink was added to the to-do list. I saw this product on a BuzzFeed article and bought it on a whim; it was cheap and I figured it couldn’t make the sink any worse.
"Holy crap! I’m absolutely blown away. I put a bit on the side with the disposal that was the most stained. I used a scrubbing brush drill bit on my power drill and went in a quick circle around the basin. 10 seconds tops. Boom. The sink was white. Not just white. The brilliant, bright original white it was supposed to be. I couldn’t believe my eyes. I went to town on both sides excessively for probably 10 minutes total and my ugly sink looks shiny and white again. No more new sink for us. I couldn’t be more impressed." —Danielle
Get it from Amazon for $10.05 (available in multiple sizes and packs).
7. A jar of The Pink Stuff that really *shouldn't* work as well as it does on SO many messes — and yet, the ever-growing hype and countless 5-star ratings for this all-purpose cleaning paste prove otherwise. Put it to the test on that burned pan, stained bathtub, or marked-up wall you've long given up on and watch it work its magic.
Check out this TikTok where my former colleague Britt Ross uses The Pink Stuff on a dirty sheet pan, pair of white sneakers, and her toaster oven — spoiler, the results are *seriously* impressive. And for another testimonial, peep this TikTok where it's used on the bottom of a burn-stained saucepan!
Promising review: "THIS STUFF IS SERIOUSLY THE BEST EVER!!!! My kids are mess makers. They color on walls, floors, etc. This stuff gets it out!! My son absolutely loves to bring his *metal* cars in our porcelain tub. I tried everything to get it out — bleach, Magic Eraser, soap, etc. Nothing worked. Then I tried this and it CAME OUT IN 5 SECONDS! It also gets the yucky stuff off the burner! 😱 I'm very passionate about The Pink Stuff as you can tell, but I seriously love this stuff. I will recommend this every day for the rest of my life." —Abby Woodbury
Get it from Amazon for $5.97.
8. A beloved Folex carpet cleaner to finally tackle that stain on your white carpet that simply won't disappear — or rescue it in an emergency. Whether it's a pet accident, red wine, or a mysterious stain of which you don't even know the origins, this odor-free cleaner will lift it right away, no rinsing needed.
Promising review: "I just removed makeup from my favorite white shirt and my white pillowcases!!!!!!!!!!!! It doesn’t bleed the stain further down on cotton and removes on carpet just as well! They are both mind-blowing and easy to use! I love spending my money on products that do what they say they are going to do! No regrets. Stop wasting money and effort on everything else!" —JRreview
Get it from Amazon for $6.65 (also available in packs).
9. A super bubbly Glisten drain and pipe cleaner if the thought of what's lurking inside your garbage disposal haunts you at night. It's made to deodorize while also removing the nasty grunge and buildup lurking within — no more gnarly smells or dirty water that just won't drain.
Promising review: "I love how good this smells, and it worked so good to clean out all the gunk inside of my apartment garbage disposal (which I am certain the previous tenants have not cleaned before). My disposal was so stinky and had the black mildewy substance — SO NASTY — and nothing has been as effective as tis product. I used to have to clean out the disposal at least twice a week, and now I can get away with cleaning it out once a month! This product is the best." —Ashley Lewis
Get a bag of four from Amazon for $3.78.
10. A powerful scum and grime remover to dissolve the caked-on soap scum and grime that's taken up residence on your tub and shower doors — huh, who knew you had a brand new–looking tub hiding underneath!
Promising review: "Sharing our nasty before picture [above] so you can really see the difference! Our tub/shower has a grippy bottom, and scum and dirt cakes on there so easily. This stuff is expensive but with the good reviews, I decided to try it. It works amazingly!! I sprayed it on (it came with a great spray nozzle and a lid) and left it for about 15–20 minutes. Then I took a brush with hard plastic bristles (I believe a soft brush would have even worked) and with less than 20 minutes of scrubbing the entire tub and walls, it was cleaner than when we moved in. The grime and scum almost, like, melted off.
"The before picture [above] is how the tub has looked forever and normally looks if cleaned with any cleaner/brush. The white spot toward the left with the brush next to it is where I tried a little area first. The second picture is after 20 minutes of work and I'm definitely taking a bath instead of a shower tonight!" —Amazon Customer
Get the spray bottle version from Amazon for $21.98 (also available in two other styles).
11. A robotic vacuum that'll (literally) stay on top of the endless pet fur, litter, dust, and dirt that builds up on your floor, freeing up some of your time for other things.
This robo vac can easily move between hard floors and low-pile carpets/rugs and can pick up all the accumulated dust, dirt, and hair while you go about your day.
Promising review: "MY SON! MY PRIDE AND JOY!!! First off, his name is Eufie and he is my natural-born son and I would cry hot tears of sorrow if anything were to ever happen to him. This has been one of the best purchases I have made this year (if not ever) and I truly do think of it as an investment in myself and my mental health. This little guy will just lightly whizz around the house over and over again, sometimes lightly bumping into things, sometimes jetting off into another room...just slowly but surely gathering up all the random dust, hair and other detritus that you don't even know about and might not be able to get to with a traditional vacuum. My life is so much more at ease knowing I can toss hair or whatever crumbs I want on the floor because in a day or two, with the press of a button, I can have it all clean again without lifting so much as a finger." —Jules
Get it from Amazon for $179.99+ (available in two colors).
12. A pack of laundry detergent fizzes for those particularly stubborn laundry loads that keep coming out stained and smelly. Add one of these fizzes in the bottom of the machine before you run a wash cycle and it'll soften the water, helping your dull, dingy items come out looking, feeling, *and* smelling fresh.
These laundry detergent fizzes can be used in both loads of white and colors and work for both front and top-loading machines. They're naturally scented and free of sulfate and phosphate!
The Fizz Whiz is a small business based in Brandon, Florida.
Promising review: "All I can say is 'Wow!' I was skeptical to use this because I have softened water and tabs do not dissolve in my washer. But I decided to try it because of all of the positive reviews. I put two tabs in my top load washer and washed a vest that had a nasty sweat ring stain around the collar. I previously soaked the vest for six hours in another whitener but that stain was still noticeable. After washing it ONE TIME with these tabs, that sweat stain is gone! I am very impressed and will keep these tabs on my Favorites list!" —Miriah
Get a pack of 50 from The Fizz Whiz on Etsy for $16.
13. Aaand speaking of hard water: A hard-water stain remover made to leave your shower doors sparkling clear, your stainless steel pristine, and your rusted porcelain so white, it'll look brand-new. Put it to the test anywhere you've got mineral deposits leaving ugly marks and stains.
Promising review: "OK, here is the first review in my life, as I usually can't be bothered. This product shocked me and deserves to be famous. It completely blew my mind. I have no idea what kind of magic is in this bottle but I have tried literally everything to remove the hard water drops/film/residue from our glass shower door. I'm talking hard, white texture that you cannot scratch off at all! For two years. I came across this, ordered, put some on a sponge, drew a square to test it out, a couple of minutes later rubbed it slightly and ran outside screaming for hubby to come see the miracle of the glossy again, see-through shower door! Seriously unbelievable!" —PuniafDesign
Get it from Amazon for $15.99.
14. A dishwasher cleaner and disinfectant that can remove the nasty buildup inside your dishwasher that's looking so gross, you might be thinking about replacing the machine entirely. Just add a tablet, run a normal wash cycle, and watch lime and mineral buildup disappear, leaving your dishwasher looking brand-new.
Promising review: "After using this product, I am happy to report that my $5 investment saved me over $500. I was ready to replace my dishwasher, due to super cloudy glasses, residue, and just not getting clean. When it came, I tossed one of the tablets into the bottom of the full machine, per instructions, and ran the regular cycle. I did not expect the results I got! My glassware that I thought was permanently etched and ruined came out like new. Same with cutlery. The difference is unbelievable. I will use this faithfully on a monthly basis, as recommended. I can even put it on my Subscribe & Save order, so I will get a new pack every six months. I am amazed!" —Sheila
Get a pack of six tablets from Amazon for $8.99.
15. A Bissell Crosswave Pet Pro combining the powers of both a vacuum and a mop into one mean, lean pet mess-cleaning machine. Safe for carpets, wood floors, tile, and more, this dual-action machine both washes and vacuums your floors as it goes, which might just gross you out a bit when you realize just *how* filthy your floor has gotten over time.
Watch it work its magic in this TikTok.
Promising review: "This is a game changer! I should’ve bought this years ago. I used to clean my hard floors using a Swiffer mop that was a lot of hard manual work and not very effective. It got to the point where I didn’t wanna clean my floors, and they had gotten to a really bad state after a long period of not cleaning them. I finally decided to try it one of these and I’m so happy I did. It’s practically effortless compared to the manual Swiffer mop and did a great job on my incredibly dirty floors! I expect it to be an even easier job now that I have this tool and I can stay on top of it on a regular basis. Very happy!" —DJD
Get it from Amazon for $269.59.
16. A jewelry-cleaning brush that'll have your precious gems looking sparkling new without taking them to the jeweler. This little brush uses polished bristles and special polymers that get into all the cracks to leave your rings and other jewelry looking fit for royalty afterward!
Twist the bottom of the pen to dispense the fluid and brush onto the gem to clean!
Promising review: "This ring cleaner WORKS. Cleans in less than five minutes!!! For less than $8, THIS PRODUCT IS A STEAL! (compared to more expensive ring cleaners or taking into the store to get cleaned). Plus, the pen is compact, and you can take it on the go or hide it in your purse. There is no harsh chemical smell either. The process is SO easy, a kid could do it! It’s a twist-up pen — you twist it until the blue product dispenses onto the brush. Then you swipe the brush onto the diamond areas. I let it sit for about two minutes, then I rinsed my ring clean under water and dried it. TA-DA! My ring was AMAZINGLY CLEAN! You can see the main diamond and even the smaller diamonds sparkle! I didn’t even realize my diamond was cloudy until this product revealed how sparkly it could be! I highly recommend this product — it is cheap and gives AMAZING results, you won’t be disappointed!" —Kayla N.
Get a two-pack from Amazon for $18.49.
17. A bottle of makeup brush-cleaning shampoo because chances are, your sponges and brushes are overdue for a good cleaning. Made with gentle, plant-based ingredients, this cleanser will remove all the built-up makeup, oil, and impurities from your tools — and watching all the gunk be washed down the sink is *so* satisfying.
This shampoo is hypoallergenic, cruelty-free, and paraben-free.
I've used Ecotools brush cleaning shampoo for years, and it makes cleaning my brushes so much easier. I just add a bit of the shampoo to my brush and gently rub it against a silicone mat under running water, and it makes quick work of removing all the makeup that's built up on my brush for, frankly, way too long. You'll see the water start running brown immediately, which is always super gross but also really satisfying, and once you see your brush return to its original color, you know you're done. And the bristles are always left as soft as before too!
Promising review: "I've been skeptical about items that seem like glorified soap but got it as a gift. This cleaned my brushes like nothing else, with just a drop, a few seconds of spreading it around, and literally about 10 seconds of swishing in warm water. It was unbelievable. It took out weeks of caked-on 24-hour concealer and foundation, and left my brush soft and fluffy like it were brand new. I will always use this (and my brushes will always be clean!). It's nothing short of miraculous." —Chloe
Get it from Amazon for $6.99.
18. A fume-free oven cleaner you can put to the test on the greasiest oven door covered in *layers* of caked-on spills and stains — if cleaning products could talk, this one would say, "Pssh, let me at it." Not only will it penetrate through all the grease and gunk so you can unearth your clean, shiny oven underneath; it also won't subject you to any harsh fumes or lye, only a light lemony scent.
Promising review: "My husband decided to make an apple pie, and managed to burn loads of overflowing apple goo to the bottom, while little bits splashed all over the side walls. I searched through different oven cleaners, looking for one that wouldn't stink up the house. This product had good reviews, so I decided to try it. When the box arrived, I was surprised at what a large can it was and how much cleaner was in it. It's much more than I expected. I got right to work and was pleasantly surprised by the light lemon scent. I followed the instructions for the two-hour cleaning and all that burned-on goo wiped right off! No scrubbing needed! It was a miracle. My oven is shining like it's brand-new again." —Lauren
Get a pack of two from Amazon for $17.27.
19. A pack of Bissell Stomp 'N Go stain-removing pads capable of lifting and removing old stains from YEARS ago. As the name implies, no scrubbing is needed here — just set a pad down, stomp, and dispose of it. Whether you own pets, have kids, or just like to enjoy a glass of merlot at night and have clumsy tendencies, you'll probably want to keep these on hand.
Promising review: "WOW! Honestly, I was a little skeptical of the promise of these pads, but I bought them just to try out. THEY WORKED AMAZINGLY WELL! Seriously. I have some stains that are 1 1/2–2 years old. I've tried everything to get them out. I put these pads on the stains (two to cover the spot), let sit for about an hour, pulled them up, and the stain was gone. I truly couldn't believe it. The pad was yellow. Somehow the old urine was soaked up into the pad. My carpet looks like new. I couldn't recommend these any higher for what I wanted and what I got. Wish I could give this more than five stars." —Matt
Get a pack of 20 from Amazon for $27.49.
20. An automatic bleach toilet cleaning system because anything that makes keeping your toilet clean as hands-free as possible is worth it in our book. After a simple install, it'll clean and deodorize with every flush — plus, it'll save you time and money in the long run by slowing down wear and tear on internal tank parts.
It's super quick to install, and one cartridge can last up to three months!
Promising review: "Wife and I used chlorine tablets for years. Kept bowl nice and clean. However the chlorine eats away at tank components. After five years or so while on vacation we got a leak at the tank bolts. $10,000 in hardwood floor damage and we decided no more chlorine. Until we found this product. No chlorine goes into tank. Goes directly into porcelain bowl so no problems and just a clean bowl. Best of both worlds, clean bowl and zero chlorine in tank. The tabs sit in this device and water breaks down the tabs. When you flush the water inside device transfers to bowl directly. This product should last our four toilets a lifetime. Wish I'd found this product $10,000 ago..." —whatever
Get it from Amazon for $10.
21. A brilliant power scrubber brush that straight-up attaches to a drill to handle all the muscle power of cleaning for you. If you've got stains, hard-water marks, and mold and mildew buildup that you just haven't been able to get rid of, this could be the thing that finally does the trick.
If you happen to need a drill, here's a good Black & Decker one (as shown above!). And check out our Drill Brush attachment review for more on just how well it works!
Note: Each color of the Drill Brush attachment corresponds to the type of bristles they have, and each one is best suited for a specific type of cleaning job (for example, the yellow brush has medium bristles, best used for bathroom cleaning — bathtubs, showers, tile, and porcelain). Be sure to check the listing for which color is best for your intended purpose before buying!
Drill Brush is a small business based in New York that makes cleaning brushes that attach to drills. It was started in 2007 by a former electrician who suffered from carpal tunnel and needed a way to clean without causing him harm.
Promising review: "Impressed is an understatement. I am SHOCKED and amazed by how awesome this product is. I don't know how I've lived without it up until now. I used to spend literally an hour on my hands and knees scrubbing the shower to get it clean (we have a shower with a textured floor and it's impossible to get clean). Enter the Drill Brush. I attached it to our cordless drill and went to town with some all purpose bathroom cleaner spray. I am not kidding you — I cleaned the entire shower in less than 15 minutes. SPOTLESS. With no intense scrubbing or effort on my part. You need this product in your life, seriously." —Carolyn Hall
Get a set of three from Amazon for $18.95 (available in six colors).
And check out our Drill Brush attachment review for more on just how well it works!
22. An odor-eliminating spray you should have on hand for when you locate that latest carpet accident. Not only does it lift away stains; it also releases enzymes that break down the deep and persistent odors left behind.
Carpet messes are undoubtedly the worst to clean up, but you can also use this on clothes and other surfaces like concrete and hardwood. Just be sure to follow the instructions carefully for noncarpet use.
Rocco & Roxie is a family-owned small business named after the Magleby family's pets Rocco, a Labradoodle, and Roxie, a former shelter tabby cat. They make a variety of pet supplies, including cleaners, treats, grooming tools, accessories, and toys.
Promising review: "I honestly have no idea how we managed without this product before. We’ve tried most everything, from carpet cleaners to products that just cover scent. Nothing truly worked or lasted to get the cat urine odor out of our carpets. I purchased this product as a Hail Mary, hoping the positive reviews were true. THEY ALL UNDERSTATED THIS PRODUCT!! My fiancé followed the instructions down to the T and the smell is COMPLETELY GONE. Not even the slightest hint of urine anymore." —Amazon Customer
Get a 32-ounce bottle from Amazon for $19.97 (also available in a gallon size).
23. A screen cleaning kit if you can't remember the last time the screens in your house (TVs, laptops, monitors, etc.) were cleaned — this gentle microfiber towel and alcohol-free formula will let you wipe away the filth without causing any damage. No more distracting streaks or fingerprints!
Promising review: "Hands-down the best product for electronics. I used it as soon as I received it on my older Sony LED TV. I have tried other products, but nothing cleaned it streak-free. It even had a fingerprint on the edge when it was installed and nothing would remove that fingerprint, except this product. Love it and will be buying more. I would love to include a photo, but it's so clean and streak-free now, it just looks like I took a picture of a black shiny wall." —kat2004baby
Get the kit (which includes a microfiber cleaning cloth and cleaning solution) from Amazon for $18.97.
24. A wine spray so you don't have to panic the next time you or a guest knocks a glass of red wine over! Just spray this onto the affected clothing or carpet, let it sit for five minutes, then blot the area until the stain disappears (or, for clothing, toss it into the washer).
Reviewers say it works well for other types of stains as well, like dried blood, makeup, and food stains!
Promising review: "My husband got some red wine spilt on his white sneakers and was devastated. I took the shoes to a local show repair and cleaning place and was told it would be $60 to clean and no guarantee the stain would come off so I decided to try my luck with this spray. I did a small spot on the inside of one shoe to test and like magic, I am not exaggerating, it was like magic, the stain faded right before my eyes. I went ahead and did the whole shoe and every spot came right off! I am very impressed with this product." —Mary
Get it from Amazon for $6.79.
25. A wheel cleaner that'll trick everyone in the neighborhood into thinking you just got new wheels. What's even more unbelievable is that you just spray and let it sit, then rinse off all that baked-on brake dust and grime with ease.
Promising review: "It will take one look from your friends to say 'Did you buy some new wheels?' This stuff is absolutely amazing. For the full effect, dismount your wheel, spray the back. Go do something for 10 minutes. Wash with water, no scrubbing needed. Turn the rim face up, do it again. Do the rest of your rims, and don't forget the tire protectant when you reinstall them. This stuff will handle salt, road tar, off-road dirt and mud — you get it dirty, it comes clean. Where was this stuff when I was racing off-road?" —johnfcon
Get it from Amazon for $22.32 (also available in a larger size).
26. Bar Keepers Friend, a bleach-free powdered cleaner that does work on a filthy stovetop, stainless-steel dishes, or any other nonporous surface. No need to schedule a professional clean (or buy a new pan) just yet.
Promising review: "This poor ceramic pan had bacon burned in it five years ago and it’s never been the same since. I saw this on BuzzFeed and TikTok and had to try it. I’m amazed! The inside of the pan is actually white again! It took about three applications and some scrubbing (but not hard scrubbing like I anticipated) and it’s basically good as new. The bottom of the pan is definitely better, but I only put it through 2 applications and minimal scrubbing. Highly recommend this product! Basically the stuff of miracles." —Keiko Fujii
Get it from Amazon for $7.09.
27. A pack of Bottle Bright tablets, because your water bottle is probably disgusting and long-overdue for a wash. (It happens to all of us.) Drop one of these tablets into your bottle with some warm water, watch it fizz up while it deep cleans, then empty and give your bottle a quick rinse. No more funky smells or weird residue!
Simply fill your dirty mug with water, add a tablet, let it fizz for 15–30 minutes, and then give it a thorough rinsing before drinking from it!
Promising review: "Saw this on BuzzFeed, had to give it a try. Used it on our stainless steel coffee carafe that I have been trying to get clean for two years. The coffee stains inside just would not come out, no matter how much vinegar, dish detergent or scrubbing I did. Until today!! Hot water and tablet in, let it sit for three hours, and UNBELIEVABLE. Where has this Bottle Bright been all my life?? I can’t wait to use it on all my travel coffee mugs. Can you please make tablets for all my cleaning needs?! This was about the easiest thing I have ever done. Love it. Highly recommend!" —Someone
Get a 12-pack from Amazon for $8.
Check out our Bottle Bright tablets deep dive for more incredible before and after pics. 👀
28. A hairbrush cleaning tool that might just be the most brilliant product you never knew you needed, considering how well it'll pull out all of that stuck-in hair, dirt, and product buildup inside your brush (that you've been running through your clean hair, over and over, every day for years 🤢).
The reviewer above got such amazing results by using this tool along with soaking their brush in a Dawn-and-diluted-vinegar solution!
Promising review: "When I bought this I was really skeptical. I am grossed out by my hairbrush and clean it all the time. I've soaked it in vinegar and tea tree oil, used a toothbrush, scrubbed it with shampoo, picked it clean by hand — everything you can think of. Still, it's so hard to get the little lint that forms at the base of the brush — they don't dissolve off and you have to pick them off the bristles one by one because a toothbrush won't even break them up. This thing works amazingly. I don't know why, it just does — the particular texture of the bristles on this really grabs everything. It scraped the little lint rings right off and now my brush is cleaner, 10 times as fast." —HeartsofHavoc
Get it from Amazon for $11.95.
29. A portable Bissell Little Green machine if your sofa, chairs, and carpet have seen better days...*much* better days. As in, they've taken on an entirely new color over years of heavy use. This TikTok-beloved cleaner is a holy grail product for many, capable of sucking out stubborn baby stains, pet accidents, dust, dirt, and more.
The Bissell Little Green machine offers strong spray and suction to remove tough pet stains with ease. It has a 48-ounce tank that allows you to do plenty of cleaning before a refill is needed. It comes with a three-inch tough stain tool, a HydroRinse self-cleaning hose tool, and a trial-size of Spot & Stain with Febreze Freshness formula.
Promising review: "I am so impressed, I bought new couches and my dog went and rolled in the dirt and then rooted around in my brand new couches!! I was furious and devastated in one breath. The Little Green machine got all the dirt out while being gentle with my fabric. I envision myself using this every other week for routine have a large dog and house full of teenager’s maintenance. Who know, maybe with the Little Green machine I can have nice things and I won’t need to kick my children out in order to do so." —Kerry Andrews
Get it from Amazon for $123.59.
30. An all-natural scour paste capable of cutting through even the thickest, nastiest grime, like that disgusting layer inside your kitchen cabinet. 🙃 Just rubbing at it with a rag is pointless, but put this to work, and you'll be able to wipe the loosened gunk away effortlessly.
Humble Suds is a small business based in Evergreen, Colorado, and run by moms Holli and Jennifer.
BuzzFeed Shopping editor Danielle Healy swears by this stuff: "I recently moved into a new apartment, so lately I've been cleaning A LOT. Shortly after moving in, my partner and I went to store something on the top of the kitchen cabinets only to find them caked in a thick layer of grime. 🤢 After going at it with regular multipurpose cleaner (with little success), we broke out the scour paste as a last-ditch effort and OH BOY did this miracle product deliver (pics above). If it can handle that grossness, it's going to have no problem with day-to-day messes like soap scum and burnt-on food. Plus, it smells delightful and comes in minimal, low-waste packaging!"
Promising review: "Buyer beware: don’t buy just one!! Learn from my mistake, and buy at least two jars because this stuff is INCREDIBLE. I used it on my textured shower floor. It was EASIER to clean and required less scrubbing than any other product I’ve used, including CLR. If you have black matte bathroom fixtures, this is the stuff you need. My shower and sink drains look brand new. My other favorite part about this scour paste, is the fact that I don’t need to use any paper towels. Just a wet rag to wipe it all down at the end." —littleashleyshortcak
Get it from Humble Suds on Etsy for $15.95+ (available in two sizes).
31. A super-intense grout cleaner if the grout on your tile floors and walls is so dirty, you've forgotten what it used to look like. This heavy duty cleaning can remove years of stains to unearth your grout's original color beneath. Prepare to be like 🤯 when you see it.
Promising review: "We moved into our house a year ago and I’ve been on a quest to clean the grout next to the stove ever since then. I’ve tried everything — store products, DIY solutions, Pinterest recommendations, you name it. As a last resort I got this and holy cow! I left it on for three minutes as a spot test at first and I could already see a huge difference. I then did two more rounds letting it sit for five minutes each. The scent's not bad, it was fine if I had the window open, it was just being down close to it that got me. Seriously, stop looking and buy this." —Britney Phillips
Get it from Amazon for $21.95.
32. A Baseboard Buddy so you can stop getting down on your knees or grabbing a ladder every time you spot a buildup of dust on your baseboards, moldings, and other hard-to reach areas — this handy pole extends up to 4 feet (!) to wipe away dust and dirt with ease.
The kit comes with one Baseboard Buddy and three reusable pads, which can be used wet or dry.
Promising review: "Buy it NOW. Honestly, I had huge reservations for this thing. Yet another miracle cleaning tool that will break or bend or something. I was so wrong. It was easy to put together and I sprayed it with Mean Green and went to the baseboards. No more kneeling and no broken back. This thing is amazing. It is durable and the pad is super absorbent. I am so happy. I can't wait to do the rest of the house!" —artgirl
Get it from Amazon for $24.99.
33. A bleach-free outdoor cleaner that's especially effective on concrete and stone, but can be used on any part of your yard where you need to wash away layers of dust, dirt, and grime. It hooks directly to your garden hose to deliver a deep foaming clean.
Promising review: "I first used this product about two years ago on the awning on my RV. That awning was so bad, that I thought I was going to have to replace it. After using this Scott's product as directed, the mold and mildew completely disappeared. This product definitely works and it works GREAT! What more can I say — it saved me nearly $500." —R. Latreille
Get it from Amazon for $11.98.
34. A miraculous little bottle of Quick N Brite Fireplace Cleaner, because colder weather will be here before you know it, and you'd probably rather not see soot stains and built-up ash from years past when you go to light a fire. This fireplace cleaning kit will have your hearth looking as good as new, just in time for cozy fireside chats.
Promising review: "Unbelievable! My daughter just moved into her first home. She thought she would have to paint her brick fireplace because of the heavy soot stains that had been there for years. We applied the product twice and put in a whole lot of elbow grease, but what a difference! It’s a messy process, but well worth the time and energy." —MM
Get the kit with a cleaning brush from Amazon for $16.99.
35. A pack of Magic Erasers that live up to the hype and might have been designed by actual wizards based on the results people see with these. Just wet one, squeeze, and then simply ✨ erase ✨ stains, marks, and layers of dirt as if they were never there in the first place. Those paint splatters, marker doodles, and grass-stained sneakers won't know what hit them.
Promising reviews: "First-time homeowner. We expected to do deep cleaning BUT THIS is just a small fraction of how filthy the cabinets were! I will forever live and advocate in favor of Mr. Clean Magic Eraser! Along with lots and lots of wood cleaner!" —Amazon Customer
"A gentleman who saw the paint on my van recommended this. And holy cow it actually removed the paint off my van. I was skeptical at first because I tried other things and it didn't work. But only with one Magic Eraser it came out! Simple instructions just wetting it, squeezing it, and scrubbing the area. I'm super happy and it looks like nothing ever happened! Totally with the money!" —Keiry
Get a pack of six from Amazon for $5.48.
36. A jetted bathtub cleaner (appropriately named 'Oh Yuk') to clean up your bathtub, Jacuzzi, or whirlpool so you can go back to relaxing without worrying about dirty soap buildup, leftover oils, and black flakes. Even if you *think* your jetted tub is clean, you might be shocked at the gunk that's lurking in your jets.
Just fill up the bath, add a quarter of the bottle, wait 15 minutes for it to clean all the gross residue, then drain the tub! Each bottle cleans about four times, and it's septic safe. Check it out in action (and some very gross results) in this TikTok!
Oh Yuk is a small, family-owned business based in Minnesota that specializes in PhD chemist-formulated cleaning products for home appliances, from dishwashers and washing machines to hot tubs and jetted bathtubs.
Promising review: "I wish I could give this stuff 10 stars. I've been using my jetted tub daily for almost two years. Never seen any sign of issues with gunk in the pipes, but I thought I'd give this stuff try as part of my spring cleaning. OH. MY. WORD. I followed the directions on the website, not the bottle because the bottle directions are for maintenance and not the initial clean. For the initial clean I filled the tub, turned on the jets and added 6 ounces of Oh Yuk. Ran it for about an hour. It got pretty sudsy but not too bad. When I came to check, I found this slimy green grossness around the tub. So disgusting!!!!! I am going to run this monthly and will be buying the gallon next time because I never want to be without this stuff." —Elizabeth
Get it from Amazon for $17.84.
37. A game-changing dishwashing spray because hey, not all of us have a dishwasher out here (shoutout to those teensy NYC apartments). But even if yours is currently full or already running a clean cycle, this'll let you hand-wash your dirtiest pans as well as your expensive appliance would — just spray, let sit for a few minutes, and wipe away the yuck.
Check out a TikTok of the Dawn Powerwash Spray to see it in action!
Here's what BuzzFeed Shopping editor Elizabeth Lilly has to say about this spray: "I live in an apartment without a dishwasher, and I honestly use that as an excuse to order takeout food instead of cooking. But, as soon as I got my hands on a bottle of this stuff (regular Dawn is my go-to dish soap, BTW), I put it to use on both a saucepan I used to make homemade enchilada sauce *and* the casserole dish I baked those enchiladas, which had a ton of caked-on food. It really does work like I say it does! Like, scary well."
Promising review: "I had my doubts as rave reviews are usually over-exaggerations, but not this time. This thing is MAGICAL. Literally cleans everything with a spray. I have hard water at my place, and soap scum build up is quite bad in my bathtub and shower glass doors. With this Powerwash, I just spray, wait a couple minutes, and wipe, and literally all the soap scrum is completely gone. I am left with spotless shower glass doors AND shiny faucets. I spray this stuff on everything that is hard to clean." —Es
Get the starter pack from Amazon for $21.84 (includes a full spray bottle and three refills).
38. A watermark remover cloth to rescue your wood furniture from the white rings and haze from years of use — it can also help conceal scratches, remove marker stain, and restore the finish to its former glory.
You can also use it for polishing metal and chrome!
Promising review: "I was heartbroken when my antique (1929) liquor table got these huge water marks on it. I did a lot of searching for ways to remove the spots but nothing worked. I saw this product and figured I’d give it a try. The marks are GONE after maybe 5-10 minutes of rubbing this miracle cloth on my table. I’m over-the-moon happy!" —Kim R
Get it from Amazon for $7.03.
The reviews for this post have been edited for length and clarity.