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    Stop Fighting With Technology And Start Embracing It With These 50 Gadgets

    It's time to throw up the white flag 🏳️ and resign yourself to this technological world.

    1. A Rubbermaid scrubber so you can stop breaking a sweat every time you find a new gross stain, and instead, break out this electric power scrubber that will do all the heavy lifting.

    Reviewer's tile floor with bottom half grout brown and dirty labeled
    Inside reviewer's washing machine with very dirty corner / same corner now clean

    I was recently influenced to purchase one of these, and I can tell you it genuinely works. I wasn't really expecting it to do much, but when I used it in my shower, I could see the water stains getting lifted immediately. The grout cleaner attachment is especially helpful for the awkward corners of my shower that I couldn't seem to reach with any other brushes. It really takes out most of the work and allows you to get a deeper clean without as much elbow grease.

    Promising review: "In my kitchen especially, the detailing on my cupboards and floor molding were starting to look like they could grow a garden in them. I saw a review for this tool, took a chance, and just completed two cabinet doors in 20 minutes that would have taken me forever by hand (toothpick, toothbrush, etc.). Love it!!! I learned not to press on it; the circulating bristles don't require any pressure. Just let them do the work. Can't wait to attack the baseboards and feel clean again." —Ms.Mac

    Get it from Amazon for $17.38.

    2. Revlon One-Step dryer that will give you a salon-like blow out in the comfort of your own home. No more juggling a blow-dryer and a hair brush, this tool combines them and will make your life soooo much easier.

    Reviewer with tight curls on half their head and straight hair on the other half
    Another reviewer before and after - straight, frizzy hair to a smooth blowout

    P.S. Revlon also has a One-Step Styler specifically for curly hair for only $34.18! It has nearly 40,000 5-star ratings and is just as loved as this original One-Step dryer.

    Promising reviews: "This dryer surprised me. I'm a Black female with 4b/c hair. It actually worked really well to dry my hair. The high heat works really well to dry my hair. The bristles are strong and haven't broken. Drying is now as easy as combing my hair." —Love J.

    "LOVE this brush dryer. I have thin, fine hair and this dries it quickly with so much body. Hair is smooth, shiny and so soft to touch. I tried it with and without additional products. Didn't notice much difference but still like to use some heat product and root lifting sprays with it. Need to make sure to remove hair from it after each use." —TJLJ

    Get it from Amazon for $34.49+ (available in two versions and three colors).

    3. An Apple Watch so you can send messages, make phone calls, track exercise, and so much more, all FROM YOUR WRIST. Plus the ~underrated~ bonus of being able to ping your phone when you've lost it in the couch, again.

    Check out a bunch of other versions of the Apple Watch (if you're looking for something a little bit different or maybe you're interested in one with cellular capabilities) here!

    Promising review: "I personally have never been disappointed by any Apple products. The watch is no exception. I use it mostly as a backup for my iPhone. I don’t miss calls, email, texts or alarms. Since I am often not sure where I left my phone that is very handy. I bought the SE because it was the most reasonable priced. I’m glad I did." —Diane

    Get it from Amazon for $239.99+ (available in two screen sizes, two band lengths, and three colors).

    4. And now that you've added another Apple device to your collection, a 3-in-1 charger that lets you charge all your Apple products in one place without having to worry about those ugly cords taking up your whole side table.

    **Note: There is not a watch-charging cable included, but there is a place for the round part of the charger to go and a compartment for you to wrap up the cord to eliminate the extra cables. If you need a new watch charger, grab one here.

    Promising review: "If you are looking for a 3-in-1 wireless charger, you don't have to look any further. I've had it for a little over a month now, and haven't had any issues. I keep it on my nightstand and charge my devices overnight. I like that you can turn the charging indicator light on and off as well, so sleep interruption isn't a concern for me. I actually pack this in my travel bag and use it in my hotels as well. One feature I really like is the ability for the charger to charge your phone vertically or horizontally. Sometimes I'll turn the phone horizontally and watch videos while the phone charges. This is a great option to charge your phone overnight since it can take a while longer than a corded charger. Overall, I'm happy I purchased this product." —Todd H.

    Get it from Amazon for $34.99+ (available in five colors).

    5. The Nori Press, the perfect love child of a standard iron and hair straightener. Now you can get wrinkle-free clothes without worrying about water leakage or burn marks, or trying to figure out how to open up that ironing board you haven't touched in years.

    the nori press against a beige background
    a model using the nori press to iron a hanging garment
    Nori

    Nori is a woman-owned small business based in Connecticut hoping to make your life easier with this all-in-one travel iron and steamer.

    Promising review: “I am not an iron girl, but this product sold me. It is so easy to use. The Nori is portable, so I take it with me everywhere. It has helped me to look sharp at weddings and weekends away. At home, I can refresh my dresses and shirts before starting work and going out. I would highly recommend this product to everyone who might be thinking of a change. No more heavy irons and dry cleaning for me. Thank you Nori!” —Elizabeth M 

    Get it from Nori for $120 (available in five colors).

    6. A motion-sensor trash can so you don't have to worry about dropping any food scraps on the floor while you fumble to open the trash. This will smoothly and quietly open with just a wave of your hand.

    Promising review: "I know, I know! It's strange to be in love with a trash can, but I am. This thing is just great! Smooth, quiet, sleek — and the semi-round shape and footprint (size) was critical to where it could fit in my small kitchen! Now, you are talking to someone who, for years, never used a real trash can and only relied on loose grocery shopping bags for their trash. I didn't know what I was missing!" —Amazonshrimpy

    Get it from Amazon for $192.93 (available in five finishes).

    7. A smart bottle attachment to help make sure you're staying hydrated even when you're too busy to remember yourself. When it's time for you to drink, this little gadget will start blinking and won't stop until you've tilted it (aka taken a drink).

    The tear-drop shaped hydration tracker hooked onto a silicone band, which is then attached to a glass water bottle a model is holding
    Amazon

    It works on any water bottle!

    Promising review: "I finally consume more than a single sip of water every morning. Lover this reminder! I am a workaholic, don't drink more than a dixie cup full per day and end up dehydrated. This little gadget does not stop flashing until I take a drink. Love it!" —Mimi

    Get it from Amazon for $25 (available in four styles).

    8. A wireless pocket projector so you can carry your own full-on cinema in your pocket that you can put on whenever you get the urge to watch a movie.

    Former BuzzFeed editor Yi Yang holding the small projector in the palm of her hand
    The projected image in a dark room, which is large and relatively clear
    Yi Yang / BuzzFeed

    Former BuzzFeed writer Yi Yang has this and says, "I actually own and love this pocket projector. Despite its compact size, this little guy can actually project quite far (I tested it at 14 feet or so, and the image measures approximately 50 inches by 60 inches). I’ve used it to watch films and shows, and it truly feels like I have my own personal movie theater. (The darker the room, the clearer and crisper the images are, so I always use it at night with the lights out. However, blackout shades would work, too!) It can connect to a phone or computer, AND it has its own speakers (though you can connect it to an external speaker as well). For longer binge sessions, I like to have it plugged in so it doesn’t run out of juice, but it can last through a couple of 40-minute episodes unplugged just fine. The best part is once I’m done with it, it fits nicely into my drawers for storage. Easy peasy."

    Get it from Amazon for $179.99.

    9. A multi-purpose bedside lamp with four brightness levels, an adjustable light arch, wireless phone charger, sound machine, and Bluetooth speaker all in one!!

    A model sitting next to a side table that has the speaker with a phone propped up on the adjustable light arch
    The lamp lit on a reviewer's side table

    Check out all its features on TikTok!

    Promising reviews: "Such a steal!! I love this so much! Can’t wait to buy another one for my husband’s nightstand. Bright enough for me to read a book in bed, and the speaker is amazing! I love, love, love this and can’t say enough great things about it!" —Bonnie Lynn Falero

    "I was a little bit nervous on how well this would work, but it's awesome! Amazing sound and charges any phone with no problem. It even stays connected to my Bluetooth a pretty good distance away. Couldn't be happier with my purchase, so I bought my husband one for his office at work. His coworkers then bought their own as well 😊." —Amazon Customer

    Get it from Amazon for $53.99.

    10. A super-quiet, lightweight, portable electric pet nail trimmer that will be a game changer for even the most skittish cats or easily spooked doggos. It is very quiet and the gentle vibrations help keep your pet calm and you scratch free.

    White wand-shaped nail grinder showing three different settings for different sized dogs and nails
    Amazon

    Rexipets is a Utah-based small business that specializes in products for easier, safer pet grooming.

    Promising review: "This works very well for my golden retriever and husky. Both are very big dogs and scared of getting their nails trimmed. The Rexipets grinder is quiet and easy to use. I expected the battery to die and need charging after one dog, but I was able to trim them both. The great features allow me to be comfortable when taking care of my pets and that puts them at ease as well. I highly recommend!" —Robert

    Get it from Amazon for $39.99.

    11. A hands-free Bluetooth remote so you can easily scroll through TikTok while on the treadmill without having to worry about losing your balance. It also doubles as a camera shutter so you can get those model-worthy photos without a photographer.

    The small pink remote on a reviewer's finger
    A reviewer holding the small pink charging case with the remote placed inside

    It's also great to use while scrolling in the bath so you don't get your phone wet — check it out in action on TikTok!

    Promising reviews: "The best purchase. Honestly, this is the coolest; it’s lightweight, and it’s easy. I’m glad I bought it." —Justine Laviolette

    "TikTok made me buy it. I got it to use for my Anki decks, and so far have been loving it. Makes changing slides so much easier." —Amazon Customer

    Get it from Amazon for $22.95+ (available in three colors).

    12. A fingerprint door handle designed to protect your privacy even when you live with nosey people. Plus, it has a key code entry system in case you need someone to grab something for you when you aren't home or you just don't feel like getting up off the bed to let them in. 

    A reviewer's handle showing the numbers and fingerprint
    A reviewer's door with the black handle looking like a regular door handle

    Check it out in action on TikTok!

    Promising review: "All I can say is WOW! Great value for the price. Extremely easy to install; it took me five minutes, and tools were included in the set. The door closes and locks much more securely than with a standard household handle. The fingerprint reader is user-friendly, and so is the numeric keypad. It even comes with a manual key and can program several sets of fingerprints at once. I bought this for my bedroom and couldn't be happier." —Jennifer

    Get it from Amazon for $69.99 (available in square or round base).

    13. A SwitchBot Smart Switch Button Pusher to turn pretty much even the dumbest of devices into a smart one (as long as it has a press-able "on/off" switch). Now instead of getting up to turn on your coffee machine or turn off the light you can just ask Alexa or control it with the app on your phone.

    The black version on a reviewer's coffee machine button
    the white square shaped SwitchBot on a lightswitch, fan, and computer

    Reviewers love this because it doesn't require you to "smart enable" other parts of your home. It's also a great way to turn on your kettle or coffee brewer from the other room so it's ready for you when you get out of bed! 

    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 $29 (available in white and black). 

    14. A motion-detecting handbag light because somehow no matter what size your purse is that thing is a bottomless pit and you can never actually see where anything is.

    Small moon shaped lights on top of a reviewer's purse
    Reviewer reaching into a lit up purse

    Check it out in action on TikTok!

    Promising review: "This item is one of those things I didn't think I needed (but bought anyway) but now won't ever be without! The light just sits in my purse and turns on when it's bounced or bumped. The slight is soft but effective at the same time. It is really a lifesaver if you're always feeling like you need to dump out your purse to find what you are looking for! Great gift too." —D. Leander

    Get it from Amazon for $29

    15. A wireless scanning pen to drastically cut down on your study time where you spend more time transferring notes from the textbook to your computer than you do *actually* studying. This thing is futuristic as HECK — it reads what you're scanning back to you in real time to help with making sure you're getting the right info but also helps add to your comprehension and memorization.

    A reviewer using the pen on an article showing how it lights up as it scans
    A reviewer holding the black pen to show it's the same length as a regular pen just a little wider

    See it in action on TikTok!

    Promising review: "This is quite possibly the best product I have ever bought. It has cut my flashcard-making time down by at least half. I ordered it thinking it might be okay, but it worked way better than I ever expected it to. Once you learn how to use it (which doesn't take that much time) and scan at the right speed and angle, the mistakes will be minimal. There are still far less mistakes than when I just type it myself, and it is way faster than typing. This has completely changed my entire school experience. On top of that, the customer service is great. I got a new computer and couldn't find the product key to reinstall it. I sent them an email, and I got a new product key in a few hours. Anyone who makes flashcards on a computer needs to buy this product." —Josh

    Get it from Amazon for $149 (available in six color).

    16. A heated jacket so even the coldest of people (🙋‍♀️) can be warm enough to enjoy the time outside with friends. Personally, I know the struggle of wearing like four layers and still freezing even while everyone else seems to be living their best life, so this honestly would be a game changer.

    Reviewer wearing black hooded jacket
    a reviewer wearing the black coat with yellow detailing

    Check out the heated jacket in action on TikTok!

    The jacket has a rechargeable battery that will last 10 hours as well as three heat settings so you can decide if it's just a brisk wind or you're basically in the arctic. Plus it's machine washable and has a detachable hood.

    Promising review: "I was honestly kind of skeptical about this at first because it took a bit of time to heat up all the way, but once it did I was absolutely in love. It gets so warm and is absolutely perfect. It’s very very well made and luxurious feeling. 10/10." —Ezra Adair 

    Get it from Amazon in two styles: $149.99+ (available in women's sizes S–XXL and four colors) and $149.99 (available in men's sizes S–3XL and three colors). 

    17. And a rechargeable magnetic hand warmer set with two pieces that magnetize together so you can warm your hands or put them in pockets to get a little two-for-one heating action. AND! This doubles as two portable chargers so you and your partner can get some extra juice after a long day.

    Reviewer dividing up two pieces of a small square hand warmer and pressing the control buttons
    Reviewer holding the pieces together and divvied up on a gray model

    Check out the hand warmer/phone charger in action on TikTok!

    It has four warmth settings, so you can pick one that's perfect for the conditions too! 

    Promising review: "I was skeptical, but this product amazed me. I plan to buy a bunch for Christmas presents. Quality materials and function beautifully. I purchased for a winter trip but started using immediately during a cold snap. I walked around a lake in freezing conditions. Turned these on in my pockets and couldn’t believe how well they work. Things I love: You can adjust the heat settings easily with a rubbery push button that isn’t easily triggered. You can see which setting it’s on with one to four red lights. I did not wear gloves and tried out each setting. They warm up quickly. Lowest setting was not lukewarm but warm enough for cold pockets. The highest setting gets really hot. Almost too hot to hold directly without a glove but not so hot you’ll get burned. I love that you can take your hands out of your pockets and hold them easily because they have a grippy side. I walked around for a bit with my hands out of pockets, and they didn’t get cold." —Angela Gil

    Get the set from Amazon for $36.54+ (available in eight colors). 

    18. An emergency car jump starter that has so many uses, you've gotta stick with me here — an air compressor for tires with a universal nozzle, an LED floodlight, and a multi-device charger with two USB ports (along with obvi being able to jump start a car!!). Maybe it's just me, but I would never imagine this little thing would be able to start a car, but the proof is in the puddin'!

    Check out the emergency power kit in action on TikTok!

    Promising review: "I would 1000% recommend this for anyone and everyone. My dad bought me one for Christmas and it has got me out of bad situations a couple of times. I have since bought one for everyone in the family and have recommended to the rest of the extended family. It comes in handy and can help avoid being in an unsafe situation where you are stranded and someone taking advantage of the situation. Not only does it charge your car battery but you can use it to emergency charge your phone or to plug in something during a trip. This one airs up tires. Just perfect." —SA Sunshine

    Get it from Amazon for $129.99 (available in five styles). 

    19. A self-stirring mug to perfectly blend in alllll the mix-ins you love for your coffee. And if you're not a coffee drinker, this thing is PERF for mixing up hot chocolate.

    Check out the self-stirring mug in action on TikTok!

    Promising review: "I'm a huge fan of coffee and I need it in daily life. Absolutely loving this new cup! Easy and quick to mix your coffee and milk, pretty handy! Cleaning the cup couldn't be easier with the self stirring function, just put a little dab of soap, fill the mug half way with water, turn it on and let it do its own thing." —Lina 

    Get it from Amazon for $29.99 (available in five colors). 

    20. portable blender, emphasis on ~portable.~ This thing is rechargeable so you can take it with you to mix up the perfect smoothie no matter where you are *and* drink it straight from the bottle (once you switch the lid).

    Reviewer holding small milk jar shaped pink blender with smoothie in it
    Reviewer blending ice and coffee in the blender

    Promising review: "Yes, I did it. I bought the TikTok blender and don't regret it one bit. I can create any smoothie I want, from healthy to dessert shakes for the kids. So easy to use, charge and clean. It's a must-buy!!!" —Debby from Warren

    Get it from Amazon for $31.43+ (available in four colors). 

    21. A pair of wireless sleep headphones so you can drift off to sleepy land listening to music, podcasts, or white noise through a comfortable headband and without worrying about the pain of sleeping with earbuds in all night.

    A model sleeping with the headphone band around her ears
    Amazon

    Promising reviews: "I saw these on TikTok, and since I have so much trouble finding quality headphones, I decided to try it. I’m very happy with the sound quality and comfort of these. I’m able to fall asleep to my music or podcast without having to limit myself to sleeping on my back or losing an ear bud in my bed in the middle of the night. It makes working out easier as well. The value is worth the quality. I would recommend." —Thunder Muffin

    "I saw this on TikTok and immediately went to amazon and put them in my cart. I've used them every night since. Seriously awesome. I was actually shocked by the sound quality. I wasn't expecting them to sound as good as they do. I only wish the lowest volume level was a *little* bit quieter. Sometimes, it can be just a little too loud. Overall 10/10, I've recommended them to all of my friends." —Lauren Pfunder

    Get it from Amazon for $19.99 (available in 16 colors). 

    22. An automatic pan stirrer for those recipes that require *constant* stirring. I mean, let's be honest, who is actually standing there and stirring nonstop?! Now you can have this nifty little robot handle that job.

    The three-pronged stirrer in a pan
    Uncommon Goods

    Check out the automatic pan stirrer in action on TikTok!

    Promising review: "Honestly I laughed at myself for buying this. I stopped laughing the first time I used it! What a help! It freed me up to do other things while it stirred the sauce that needed constant attention. Bought another one! Not laughing now!" —Luvdvm

    Get it from Uncommon Goods for $25+ (available as battery-power or rechargeable).

    23. The newest version of the glare-free Kindle Paperwhite so you can read alllll the books ~wherever~ and ~however~ you please. Yes, that means you can see your screen even in the sun, and you can customize your fonts, size, and layouts. Plus this bad boy only has to be charged once every few weeks (!!!) and is waterproof so you don't have to fear the beach or bathtub. 

    Model reading outside
    Model reading kindle with warm light
    Amazon

    Check out the new Kindle Paperwhite in action on TikTok!

    Promising review: "I LOVE Kindles, and this one is no exception. The warm light is in the pictures as yellow, but it also goes the other way to an ice blue! And the touch response is miles better than the older kindle, a tap is almost instantly registered. If you are on the fence- just try it! You have my permission and recommendation!" —ErikJuun

    Get it from Amazon for $139.99

    24. An AirFly wireless transmitter because finally someone understands that pretty much nobody has wired headphones anymore and the ones they hand out on the airplane just aren't cutting it. Now you can connect whatever headphones you have via Bluetooth and get to bingeing all those movies — no, we won't judge that you're on your third movie of the flight, what else are you supposed to do?!

    Promising review: "You don't know it yet but you need this. A friend recommended this and I decided to try it. It works well in flight. Huge improvement in comfort and sound quality over the airlines headphones. Also used for various tours when traveling. Again far more comfortable than the typical tour listening equipment." —PJ14

    Get it from Amazon for $34.99+ (available in three variations).

    25. VHS to DVD converter so you can finally watch all those old home movies that were passed down to you but you've never seen because you haven't owned a VHS player in…. your whole life.

    Close up of the box for the cable
    Close up of the cable with HDMI and four other cords attached
    Amazon

    ClearClick is a small business based in Orange County, California providing easy-to-use technology.

    Promising review: "Recently went through 20+ VHS tapes that were boxed 12 years ago when we moved. Many are over 30 years old (weddings, birthdays, daughters events, family events and woodworking videos for equipment I still have). Got a VCR from someone in our city, purchased VHS2DVD and it's all history (literally). Put the tape in VCR, hit play, and then hit Record on the VHS2DVD app then sit back and watch the process. Flawless. I created .mpeg file on an external drive and next I'll copy them onto thumb drives and gift the family videos to family members. May burn DVDs if needed. Thanks ClearClick." —DaveG

    Get it from Amazon for $34.95.

    26. wireless portable charger that doesn't require any cords you have to detangle every time you pull it out of your bag. So yes, you can scroll through TikTok endlessly at the airport without worrying your phone will die right before take-off.

    gif of reviewer holding the pink charger and showing its built-in lightning cable
    A model holding a phone with the white portable charger plugged in taking a selfie

    See it in action on TikTok!

    Promising review: "The holy grail of portable chargers!!! I was traveling to Disney for vacation and knowing me, I would drain my battery with just taking pictures alone. I wanted a portable battery but didn’t want a carry a cord either, so I was excited when I found this little baby! It does exactly as described, pretty pink color, and I get one full charge of battery for my iPhone 11. Get it, you will not be disappointed!" —Meghan Doble

    Get it from Amazon for $29.99+ (available in six colors).

    27. mattress vacuum because even though you might not want to believe it, your mattress is probably full of dust mites, dander, and other dirt. This vacuum will suck it all right up and you can now sleep peacefully again knowing your pre-bed shower wasn't a waste.

    a review's vacuum filter full of all the dust collected with the mattress vacuum
    gif of a reviewer using the mattress vacuum

    It has a powerful UV light to eliminate bacteria, and a vibrating motor to agitate the dust making it easier to suck out.

    Promising review: "You have a bed, so you need this machine. This is an amazing machine. I was shocked at what came off my mattress. Told my daughters to order one. Did my couches too." —Joan M.

    Get it from Amazon for $109.99+ (available in two colors).

    28. A Samsung Frame TV you can switch from your latest binge obsession to a beautiful work of art in seconds. You may even find your guests questioning if you own a TV.

    A BuzzFeed editor's TV hung alongside art
    A reviewer's frame TV mounted on a gallery wall so you can't even tell it is a TV
    Mallory Mower / BuzzFeed, www.amazon.com

    BuzzFeed writer Mallory Mower has one and says: "This is honestly and truly the best splurge I have ever made. It has massively upgraded the look in my living room. My husband loves the photography options and I love all the classical paintings – as someone who loves changing up my decor, being able to update the display images has been so fun. The quality is fantastic while watching movies and TV...but I'm pretty sure I love it as a piece of art in my home even more."

    Promising review: "I don't know how best to describe the quality of the art work except to say it is amazing, mesmerizing... the paintings stand out with the appearance of actual paint strokes. I wasted no time and paid to gain access to the database... well worth it. I have found choices extraordinary... from classic paintings, to modern ones, and quality photographs. The impressionist paintings with their vivid colors stand out the best in my view." —deuxamis

    Get it from Amazon for $499+ (available in seven sizes, four styles, and with or without expert installation).

    29. A mug warmer to put an end to the constant game of finally sitting down with your coffee just to realize it's cold and you need to microwave it, again. 

    Promising review: "My sister was constantly reheating her coffee; she’d pour it, sit down with it, take a sip, set it down and open her computer. Then minutes later she’d take another sip, get up to reheat her coffee, or ask me to do it, take a sip set it down again, go back to her computer then try to take another sip, get up to reheat it again, take a sip, set it down… well it goes on all morning. BUT not anymore. She pours her coffee, sets on the warmer and she never has to reheat it at all. I love it when a product does just what is expected of it: keeps your coffee warm." —Shashadow1

    Get it from Amazon for $24.99+ (available in five colors).

    30. An Apple AirTag so you can digitize anything to be able to find the location. Gone are the days of spending 20+ minutes scouring the house to find your keys or wallet (…or pet).

    AirTag on reviewer's key chain
    Reviewer's cat with air tag attached to its collar

    Promising reviews: "I bought this for my dog: he’s a runner! If he ever gets loose, he takes off and gives us a scare. Now I can track him down with ease using my own phone and seeing him on a map. It’s such a relief to have his location easily on my phone. The attachment to his collar is also for sale on Amazon, and attaches the tag to his collar easily and comfortably. He has no idea it’s there!" —Perrie

    "Love my two AirTags, one on my wallet and one on my keys.. Easily go to the 'find my' app on your iPhone and under 'things' track either item. They even make a sound so you can hear and it will guide you down to the half step of whatever you decide to use them for! Perfect!" —Josh & Sav

    Get it from Amazon for $29.

    31. A smart garage control system that will provide you with convenience AND peace of mind for all those times you leave you house just to worry five minutes later about whether or not you actually closed your garage door.

    I have lived in my house with this system for about a year now and I honestly never thought about needing one of these since I could just control my garage with a little button, but since I've been using it, it is so helpful. If I ever want to go out without bringing my keys I know I can because I can just easily open the garage with this app. BUT, the real benefit that I would never have considered happened to me a few months ago. My husband and I were both out when we got a notification that our fire alarm was going off, obviously we both panicked and didn't know what to do. He got a call from the security company that the fire department was on the way and we knew they were going to beat us there. I soon realized that in order for them to inspect our house they would have to bust through the door. Somehow even in my absolutely chaotic panicking state, I realized I could use this app to open the garage so the fire department could get in through there. *Thankfully* it was just a false alarm, but we talked to the fire fighters after and they said in situations like these they would break down the door if they saw any credible indications of fire (which luckily we didn't have) but they did say that was incredibly helpful for them to be able to just get in without causing harm or just assuming there was nothing wrong and leaving. I was so grateful to have this device and it honestly provides so much peace of mind knowing I can open (or close) my garage from anywhere in case of an emergency or if I just realize after leaving that the door is still open.

    Promising review: "Amazingly simple to setup. The video for instructions helped a lot. Actually overall setup was a breeze. I am glad that I found a cost effective solution. My high school kids sometimes forget to close the garage door and now we can check and remotely close it from the app. Finally, what a relief!" —Art P

    Get it from Amazon for $28.99+ (available in four variations).

    32. Eufy robot vacuum so no matter how busy you are, you can always come home to a clean house. There is honestly nothing better than a freshly vacuumed floor, especially if it required ~zero~ effort from you.

    Robot vacuum on reviewer's hardwood floor
    Reviewer holding the filter filled with dust and hair

    I ~hate~ vacuuming. It is very possibly my least favorite chore, so when it came time to make my wedding registry, this was one of the items I KNEW I needed to include. It makes my life soo much easier. We have two cats who shed (and tbh I suppose my hair is part of the problem as well) and it is such a hassle to try to keep up with vacuuming when the hair accumulates so quickly. Having this little gadget has been such a time saver. We usually just turn it on when we are leaving the house and it gets to work right away. I live in a three-story townhouse so we typically empty it between each floor since we have to carry it upstairs anyway (still desperately waiting for someone to invent a robot vacuum for stairs), so I can't attest to how much it can collect at once, but we've never had any issues with it handling each floor of our house. 

    Promising review: "This is a great tool for a lazy person like me. I've run it every day since I got it a week ago, and it's picking up all the dirt, dust and cat hair I have neglected for ages. I still have to empty the dust collector and clean the filters, but it's nothing compared to having to drag the vacuum cleaner around the house myself! Definitely worth its price!" —Lina L. Y.

    Get it from Amazon for $139.99+ (available in black or white).

    33. Or, a bagless, touchless stationary vacuum that will completely eliminate the need for a dustpan. Honestly, good riddance, those things never work anyway…you always have to reposition it a million times. This vacuum will change the way you clean by sucking up all the dirt and dust you've collected.

    reviewer's gray and black bagless, touchless vacuum on a tiled floor next to broom
    GIF of reviewer sweeping dust into bagless vacuum

    Promising review: "Got a hairy pet? You need this! OMG, this thing works amazing! We have a mastiff, who sheds....a lot. I was sweeping, vacuuming, or dust mopping everyday, several times a day. I would have to get the big vacuum out, use the dust mop, then use the vacuum to clean the dust mop, huge pain. Now, I run the dust mop over the floor, run it in front of this beauty, and the hair is gone! So glad my husband found it and bought it for me, it truly saves so much time." —Lesli

    Get it from Amazon for $111.99+ (available in six colors).

    34. A universal remote attachment so you can stop getting frustrated every time you try to turn the TV on with the volume remote. Simply attach this to your Fire TV remote and now you can control everything with one device 🙌🏼. 

    Promising review: "Before: three remotes, one for the screen (on/off), a separate one for the sound system (volume) and of course the fire stick remote. After: just the one convenient integrated unit. No more scrambling to find the which remote to do what I want, cause it's all right there in the one unit. I wish I'd have bought one years ago cause the multi-remote tango got old real fast." —Chapman B.

    Get it from Amazon for $26.99.

    35. A robotic cat toy that will keep your cat entertained even when you aren't able to play with them. The randomized movements will keep your kitty guessing so they don't get bored with predictable patterns.

    Promising review: "I got this for my cats for Christmas but I have one cat who is old and has to live upstairs because the other cats pick on her. I decided since she wouldn’t be participating on Christmas morning that I’d let her go ahead and check it out. She LOVES this toy. She’s been playing with it every day for three weeks. Like I said, she’s old. She doesn’t play a lot anymore. I LOVE it too because it’s easy to charge. It has different attachments so I have options to find one that is most appealing to my cat but the best part is that when she stops playing with it, after a while it goes off and then about a half an hour later it comes back on again. I’m not constantly having to turn it off and on for her. I had this on my wish list for a long time and ended up getting it on Prime Day since it was cheaper. Had I known how much my cat would love this toy, I wouldn’t have waited for a deal. I’m super excited to see what the other cats think of it. If my old cat doesn’t stop playing with it by Christmas, I will order another so she can keep it." —K Petty

    Get it from Amazon for $28.99.

    36. A Zadro towel warmer to make your shower time the most luxurious thing you've ever experienced — end it with a perfectly warmed towel so you don't get hit with the cold air when you get out. Remember how your parents used to wait for you outside the pool with a towel open? Yeah, this is the grown-up version of that.

    A model taking a towel out of the white warmer
    Amazon

    It has a built-in timer to heat your towels for 15, 30, 45, or 60 minutes before it automatically shuts off.

    Promising review: "Absolutely love this! My husband and I use it everyday to have fresh hot towels when getting out of the shower. We also use it on blankets before bed if it’s really cold. 100% recommend getting this!!!" —Stephanie

    Get it from Amazon for $168+ (available in two sizes and seven colors).

    37. pair of Bluetooth headphones (comparable to AirPods or Beats, except under $20 not $150!) that let you jam out to your favorite songs at the gym, in the car, or wherever you may be.

    Side view of reviewer's head with earbud in their ear
    Reviewer showing open case with both earbuds in and showing off the lights so you know how charged they are

    These compact wireless headphones come with a charging case that provides up to 35 hours of uninterrupted listening, while the earbuds themselves will last eight hours on a single charge. They also quickly and easily pair to your phone via Bluetooth to provide quality sound with minimal lagging. Similarly to AirPods, they have smart touch control so you can play, pause, skip, answer calls, adjust the volume, and more by simply touching the earbud without having to worry about finding your phone.

    Promising review: "I bought these because a friend had a pair and he always sounded crisp and clear when talking. I can admit that I'm a sound snob on a beer budget. I don't like cheap sounding knockoffs with low bass and bad battery life. But these.. OH MY! THESE! They are completely awesome! Sound quality is excellent. Battery life is out of this world! I now reach for these Tozo T10's many times over my AirPods. Hands down the best rechargeable headphones I have ever owned. You will not regret buying these! They cost a little and give quality in return!" —Jeremy

    Get them from Amazon for $18.99+ (available in five colors).

    38. An Amazon Echo so you can blast your favorite music throughout your house without even having to get up from your couch, almost as if you had a personal butler, but until then, this will do. Alexa, play "Rich Girl" by Gwen Stefani 🎶. 

    Black Amazon Echo sitting on a table
    Amazon

    Not only can Alexa play your favorite songs, but she can turn on your lights, set timers, alarms, and reminders, tell you the weather, turn on appliances, and more. The opportunities are truly endless. If you've always wanted to have a smart home, this is your chance to start moving towards a house of the future.  

    Promising review: "I love this device! I was skeptical it would be helpful. I got a deal on smart plugs and paired them with Alexa🤣. Now we love playing music, cutting on lights throughout house, televisions, fans. We are old and not techy so this was a stretch for us. It’s SO easy to set up and so useful I don’t know why I waited so long or how I got along without it. You will NOT be sorry you purchased. Buy smart plugs to to add to all your outlets. Cut on lights before you get home. LOVE it!" —Tami

    Get it from Amazon for $99.99 (available in three colors).

    39. Or, an Echo Show that lets you make video calls (hands-free), check your calendar, set reminders, add to your grocery list, control lights, and sooo much more. This is definitely the epitome of what "The Jetsons" thought the future would be like.

    Promising review: "This is a must have device for every home. It’s a music system, a camera system, a communications system and a control system. I use it to play my Amazon Playlists in ever room. I can unlock and lock doors from from any room. I can announce dinner is ready to all rooms. I can drop in on my children and grandchildren with video. That’s just the tip of the iceberg. I love all these Echo products and amazon music!" —Ron Crider

    Get it from Amazon for $129.99+ (available in two colors and with or without a battery base/stand).

    40. And, since you now have one in your house, an Echo Auto to bring all the features of the traditional Echo with you in your car. No more fumbling with the radio stations or your phone while driving, just ask Alexa, she can do it for you!

    Echo Auto was designed for your car. It has eight microphones so your voice can be heard over whatever is playing in your car, the AC, or just road noises.

    Promising review: "I have a Mazda Miata convertible with the Bose radio and sound system. I connect this little device to the auxiliary plug on my car radio, connect to my Samsung galaxy S10+ and it works great. Just as I start my car it connects to my phone and car radio. I make and receive phone calls through my radio speakers, use the navigation on my phone and directions are broadcast through my radio. I can ask Alexa for all kinds of information and even connect with my Alexa devices at home no matter where I am. Even when driving with the top down on my convertible it hears my commands and responses and with the Bose system the music is great." —Hugh

    Get it from Amazon for $49.99.

    41. A Petcube so you can watch your pets with high quality, wide angle video that also has night vision. Now you can get alerts and see what your doggo is doing while you're out and about.

    Petcube is a California-based small business that specializes in interactive HD pet camera products. It can send you instant notifications via its app and sync with Amazon Alexa.

    Promising review: "We have had the original Petcube for some time and have loved being able to see our furry friend (cat) when we are away. We had always talked about getting another one so that we could see more of her while we are traveling. Enter the new Petcube...a petite footprint with a wide-angle lens. Easy to set up and easy to use. Absolutely perfect." —NLVG

    Get one from Amazon for $39.99+ (also available as a two- or three-pack).

    42. A high-tech smart-toothbrush that connects to your phone to track your habits and help you get the most out of toothbrushing. It's like those old kid's toothbrushes that played music so you knew how long to brush, only ~fancier~.

    Reviewer's toothbrush in the travel case with two brush heads and two batteries
    Colgate Hum toothbrush next to smartphone with the accompanying app

    The app that the toothbrush connects to shows you how long you brushed and the amount of coverage you got/what areas could use a little more attention. The brush also has two vibration modes (normal and sensitive) and a timer to let you know when the two minutes is up.

    Promising review: "I bought this toothbrush for my son for college. Thought it would be a great way to entice brushing as it has a built in rewards system with the app. What I didn't know was that my son had not been brushing properly. Within a day, the app taught my son how to get all the right angles. Make sure all his teeth were being washed for the right length of time and kept track of progress. I wish I had this when he was two. I now have purchased one for every member of the family and we get competitive. In a fun way... This product is great. I know it will save me on dental bills in the long run. Love it! —Candice Brenner

    Get the starter kit from Amazon for $27.08+ (available in two colors).

    43. A reusable smart notebook for anyone who doesn't want to switch to a tablet because they prefer to write with pen on paper. This notebook gives you that satisfaction with the added bonus of uploading whatever you write to your phone or computer PLUS you don't have to worry about adding a bunch of notebooks to your growing collection every year.

    Promising review: "I am very happy with my purchase of the Rocketbook. I have it set to the side on my desk for quick scribbles, when I need to make notes. It has eliminated a bunch of messy scrap pieces of paper all over the place. The pen that came with it works great (I am fussy about that); it feels like normal pen to paper. I don't often have to save my notes, but, in the event that I do, the scan feature (I use it with Evernote or email) is awesome! When I'm done, I just spray a bit of water and wipe clean. Great organizational tool and keeps my home office neat and free of extra clutter." —KMS

    Get it from Amazon for $18.99+ (available in two sizes and 18 colors). 

    44. A smartplug so you can use Alexa to control whatever you want! Lights can turn on and off, your coffee can start brewing before you wake up, you can set up routines — the opportunities are endless! Now you can have the butler you've always dreamed of.

    Promising reviews: "I've got about six of them, the automation with Alexa is perfect. Christmas tree, fish tank, lamps around the house, etc. They work fantastically, and I know there will be more coming into my life going forward. I keep coming up with more uses for them, and then need to get another." —Bryce W.

    "I love being able to control my lights with this product. Even when I'm not at home, I'm able to use my smartphone to turn my lights off and on without the use of a timer. I feel this ability can possibly give the appearance that I'm at home due to the different intervals of turning the lights on and off." —landscapelady

    Get it from Amazon for $24.99.

    45. A no-effort stain remover designed to do all the work for you. Just turn it on, set it on the stain, and this machine will spray, brush, and suction away your mess. It has two settings, one for quick cleaning, and a more powerful mode for deep stains you may have been neglecting.

    For those messes on your couch or any other place you may not be able to set this machine, there is a brush attachment so you can clean every mess, no matter the surface.

    Promising review: "This worked even better than I expected! My dog had three nights of that horrible medicine/sickly induced diarrhea. I already hand scrubbed my wool entry rug and used my upright carpet cleaner (w/ pet stain tool), and I was sure I was just going to have to replace it (which was very expensive). My co-worker swore by the SpotBot, and it was better to spend a fraction of the cost as a latch ditch effort. Totally in awe of how simple and completely effective! Easy to fill up, pretty sizable tank but not heavy to carry. Literally just set it down and push the button, and it dings when it’s done. I only had to use the quick clean setting (especially on wool), and you can’t even see where the accident happened." —SW

    Get it from Amazon for $185.39.

    46. A Waterpik water flosser so you can easily remove the obnoxious corn kernel stuck between your teeth (even if you have braces!). Plus, this one requires hardly any effort for you, just fill the water flosser with water and guide it along your gum line to remove up to 99.9% of plaque.

    Reviewers recommend using this in the shower for easier clean up, especially when you are first getting the hang of how to use it!

    Promising review: "Flossing has never been easier or more relaxing! Very easy to use. Magnetic charger. Multiple tips included. Travel bag included. Gets into areas between your teeth a traditional string of floss will never reach. Must have for anyone who takes oral care seriously." —Chris

    Get it from Amazon for $79.99+ (available in five colors).

    47. A rechargeable heated eye massager if you're anything like me and your idea of a pick-me-up is a relaxing trip to the spa. Enjoy the relaxing effects of a massage at home to help combat headaches, eye strain, puffy eyes, and insomnia (plus it's way more affordable than trying to actually go to the spa).

    This isn't your typical eye mask. The device is completely portable, has five massage modes, a 15-minute timer, and built in Bluetooth speakers so you have complete control of what you listen to while you relax and enjoy your heated massage.

    Promising review: "I am literally in love with this mask. I am not sure if it's the pressure, the heat or the music, but I find myself constantly using it. It is so relaxing…. Definitely one if the best gadgets I have ever bought." —Tracy R.

    Get it from Amazon for $53.19+ (available in three colors). 

    48. An affordable sunrise alarm clock that gradually mimics the sunrise because nothing will throw your day off more than an alarm blasting *BEEP* at full volume out of nowhere. 

    The circular alarm clock with the time stamp on it  on a reviewer's table
    The clock lit up with a warm yellow glow on a reviewer's table

    This can be programmed with seven different light settings, seven different calming "wake up" noises, and to start gradually lighting up at 30, 20, or 10 minutes before you wake. 

    Promising reviews: "I got this recommendation from TikTok and it really has helped especially with Oregon winters where the sun is not out by the time the alarm rings. It has several peaceful alarm settings and even has night music to put you to sleep. The sunrise with the alarm piano is what I play to wake me up every morning and it is a way better way than to wake up to an annoying phone alarm." —Amazon Customer

    "I saw this on TikTok and was influenced to by it. I have a hard time falling asleep but the sleep function really helps. It also makes it a lot easier to wake up in the morning." —Christen

    Get it from Amazon for $42.98+ (available in two finishes).

    49. An automatic shutoff safety outlet so you can say ~goodbye~ to the anxiety of wondering if you left your curling iron plugged in.

    Coffee maker plugged in to the auto shut off attachment for the outlet
    Straightener plugged in to the auto shut off attachment for the outlet
    Amazon

    Promising review: "I have a really bad habit of forgetting to unplug my hair straightener, but this little guy saves the day! I can now keep it plugged in and set this for one hour, which is plenty of time for the straightener to heat up and for me to straighten my hair. It saved me a lot of stress." —Tori Martinez

    Get it from Amazon for $16.95.

    50. A six-outlet wall charger designed specifically so you can *actually* use all the plugs because you won't be blocking it with your other chargers. Plus, it comes with USB ports (for those cables where you just cannot seem to to find the charging block) and doubles as a night-light!

    Reviewer turning the light on and off the charger with items plugged in
    reviewer's charger with several large plugs in it

    Promising review: "So I have been seeing this product EVERYWHERE on TikTok and to be honest I was VERY VERY skeptical about spending $20 on one plug in. HOWEVER, this has been a GODSEND. It not only has a built in light, but I’m able to use one plug to plug in all of my business tools like my printer, thermal printer, laptop, work computer, and chargers! And because this is a surge protector, it doesn’t blow any fuses! Needless to say, I bought THREE of these guys and I’m honestly hooked. I may buy another one for my bathroom and kitchen! Lol. But seriously, it’s worth the money so I would say, RUN! Get this ASAP!" —Kristen W.

    Get it from Amazon for $17.97.

    The reviews used in this post have been edited for length and clarity.