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1. 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.
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 review: "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).
2. 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.
Check it out in action here!
Promising reviews: "Wanted a door lock on my office. Saw this on (yes I know) TikTok. Installed and love it HIGHLY recommend." —Robert H.
"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).
3. A splurge-worthy smart coffee table that literally does *so much more* than you could've ever imagined for a coffee table. There's a built in outlet, Bluetooth speakers, LED lights, charging ports, AND a refrigerated drawer. Goodbye having to walk alllllll the way to the fridge when you need a new refreshment.
See it in action on TikTok here.
Promising review: "This is by far the best living room / game room / family room / den / modern office or home coffee table anyone could ask for. Cold fridge, nice smooth transition LED lights, and sounds are decent. A true complimentary conversation piece to all who see it. People are amazed when I pull out a cold drink." –EXTREME
Get it from Amazon for $1,299 (available in black and white).
4. 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). Everything in "The Jetsons" was automated, so you can bet they had a way to manipulate anything to work on its own.
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! It is also compatible with Alexa or you control it with the app on your phone.
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).
5. A wireless scanning pen that scans text to your computer *and* reads it back to you in real time!!
See it in action in this TikTok video.
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 colors).
6. A jar of Museum Gel so you don't have to worry about your cat, kid, or robot maid knocking over your framed photos whenever they play a little *too* rough or their circuit shorts out.
See why one TikTok reviewer with small children loves it here!
Each jar is good for up to 300 uses. To use, just grab a bit of gel, roll it into a ball, and stick it to the bottom of any item you'd like to protect. It's removable, reusable, and won't ruin your furniture. Plus, some reviewers say it's great for keeping things like cabinet and drawer liners from sliding around.
Promising review: "I got this because we have several anime figures and Nintendo Amiibos we keep on our desks and TV stands. Our cats like to knock them off the table so I got this museum wax to help prevent that. It works fantastic and when we moved our figures around it was incredibly easy to remove and reapply. Additionally, a piece the size of a skittle is all you need for one figure, so it goes a long way and will be a long time before you ever run out." —Bryce
Get it from Amazon for $12.92.
7. A subscription to Huppy toothpaste delivered straight to your door every four months. These little all-natural tablets will revolutionize the way you brush your teeth, eliminating the mess and excess waste from traditional toothpaste tubes.
Huppy is an Asian-owned small business making all-natural, 100% vegan, non-GMO, and cruelty-free toothpaste that comes in compostable pouches. Oh, and all of its packaging is recyclable or biodegradable. Two percent of their revenue goes towards helping fund sustainability initiatives.
Promising review: "I was surprised by how tiny but mighty this tablet is. They feel so refreshing and cleansing. These pack a punch! And I feel good knowing that I'm contributing less plastic to the environment. The ingredients are super solid too." —Evan P
Get the recurring four-month supply from Huppy for $32 (originally $48; available in five flavors).
8. Or, a wall-mounted toothbrush station that may not be quite as good as a whole robotic system to brush your teeth for you, but at least you can know that everything has its own space and you'll always have the perfect amount of toothpaste dispensed for you.
The two toothpaste dispensers use vacuum tech to get every last drop out of the tube.
Promising review: "Imagine, if you will, a sparkling clean bathroom sink and vanity. Bright white, it is newly cleaned and still looks new. Suddenly, three little boys descend upon the bathroom; goopy toothpaste is smeared from one side to the other. Forgetting to rinse, the toothbrushes end up head down on the once-clean sink and leave pools of pasty, white puddles behind. Dixie cups are crumpled, almost making it in the trash. Maddening! Now imagine, after installing this beautiful organizer, a bright white, newly cleaned vanity that STAYS THAT WAY!!!!! It's fun to push toothpaste carefully on the toothbrush so toothpaste isn't smeared from here to Jupiter and back. The cups are neatly put away, and there are NO MORE PUDDLES!!!! It's more fun and reinforcing (apparently) to see the toothbrush dangling in its tidy little spot than to be put back into its former toothbrush cup. After years of trying to teach little ones to clean up their hygiene mess properly, this little gadget has magically transformed them. The small children's mouthwash fits tidily up top. Best money I've spent in a long time!! It is easy to clean, good quality, and a cinch to install." —Generic
Get it from Amazon for $17.79+ (available in three colors).
9. A self-stirring mug so you can perfectly blend in alllll the mix-ins you love for your coffee without any effort. And if you're not a coffee drinker, this thing is PERF for mixing up hot chocolate.
Check out a TikTok of the self-stirring mug in action.
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 halfway with water, turn it on and let it do its own thing." —Lina
Get it from Amazon for $29.99 (available in five colors).
10. And 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 $24.97+ (available in five colors).
11. A heated jacket so even the coldest of people (🙋♀️) can be warm enough to enjoy the time outside with friends. There's nothing worse than wearing like four layers and still freezing even while everyone else seems to be living their best life.
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.
Check out a TikTok of the heated jacket in action.
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).
12. A pair of wireless sleep headphones to drown out the sounds of snoring, dogs, or flying cars whizzing by. Place this on like a headband that covers your ears and doze off listening to podcasts, music, or white noise.
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 17 colors).