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1. A durable plastic clear toy blocker if you're constantly on your hands and knees trying to retrieve your pet's favorite ball that *of course* has just rolled under the couch all the way to that spot you can barely reach. This genius product attaches to the ground with a non-residue tape, securing it from rambunctious puppers (or kids), while also making it easy to move, remove, and clean without damaging your floors!
It can also help discourage smaller animals from hiding under furniture!
Promising reviews: "A must-have for ALL pet owners. This contraption is genius and will save cat (and dog) owners time and frustration retrieving toys. We used this beneath our oven and it works PERFECTLY. Cat can't destroy it (the way she shredded the foam insulation we had stuffed under there before) and we no longer have to get the yardstick out when literally all of her toys are 'gone.' Yes, this is a challenge to install, but 100% worth it. I'd buy it again in a heartbeat." —Allison Goldstein
"I ordered these to keep my dog’s toys from rolling under the sofas because he loses his mind when his ball is stuck. I wasn’t sure that they’d stay up when his big paws hit them, especially because I attached them to carpet but they are holding up just fine even after a few chewings! They’re more visible than I would like but the function outweighs the downside. I’m really glad I bought these. I ordered two more sets and will probably buy one more just to puppy-proof the rest of my place since they work so well." —Celina Castro
Get it from Amazon for $13.98+ (available in three sizes).
2. A pack of super discreet lobe support patches to give your earlobes a little assistance holding up heavy earrings. The adhesive is totally clear and not noticeable at all, so no one even has to know!
Promising review: "Amazing. Literal lifesavers. I LOVE my heavy Kendra Scott earrings, but I’m pretty sure they’re the culprit of why my right earring hole has ripped slightly. Using these support patches, it’s as if the earrings don’t even exist. I am going to tell all of my friends to get these for their heavy statement earrings!!" —Donthemom50
Get a box of 60 patches from Amazon for $9.99.
3. A transparent mouse and memo pad so you'll always have your to-do list ~on hand~ when you're at your desk.
The pad itself is split into three sections: weekly plans, to-do items, and notes, and the top transparent cover for your mouse is non-slip and waterproof.
Promising review: "What you see is exactly what you get. There are two transparent sheets to keep notes/cards and such separated. Writing on the mat is very comfortable, and I love being able to use it as a mouse pad as well. This uses a plastic-type sheet so you can just wipe them off. Since this mat can be cleaned, I don't see having to ever buy a replacement unless this one becomes torn. Of course, I did end up buying another one because I originally purchased this mat for work and loved it so much I purchased one for home use." —JC
Get it from Amazon for $13.88 (available in two colors).
4. A cult-favorite, professional-grade ice cream scoop brilliantly designed to glide through even the most rock hard bricks of frozen treats, giving you effortlessly neat and well-proportioned scoops. No mechanical gimmicks or moving parts here — just an innovative curved design that's also great for scooping out seeds from melons or filling peppers with stuffing!
Promising review: "Literally the best ice cream scoop I’ve ever had. My mother-in-law put it in my stocking last year and I’ve been so impressed. Pull ice cream straight out of the freezer and it’s almost like it softens the ice cream while you scoop." —Jennifer Hand
Get it from Amazon for $11.97+ (available in a variety of colors).
5. A "flossing toothbrush" great for anyone (kids *and* adults) who hate flossing and will do anything to avoid it. This toothbrush has a second layer of bristles that are longer and ten times thinner so they can get between teeth and function like floss while you brush for an extra deep clean. Reviewers also note that this toothbrush is great for people with sensitive teeth when used gently!
Mouthwatchers is a small business established by Ronald Plotka, DDS, that specializes in antimicrobial toothbrushes designed to get deeper cleans even patients with "great" dental hygiene might miss with traditional brush and floss routines.
Here's why BuzzFeed writer Emma Lord loves this toothbrush:
I personally bought this a few months ago and love it! I use an electric toothbrush usually, but I feel like I'm getting a much more satisfying clean from these?? Especially because I tend to get yellow stains between my teeth no matter *how* much I floss, and these bristles seem to actually target that a lot more effectively. I've switched to using this in the morning and the electric one at night and definitely see a difference in that area in particular.
Promising review: "This was another one of my TikTok purchases! I was skeptical but my kids hate flossing their teeth so thought this might help in between making them floss. They work amazing! My kids said they could see and feel a difference on the first use and I agree! They are definitely worth a try! I would suggest not pushing too hard, those tiny bristles really get in there and if you push too hard you might be sore like I was. It felt like after going to a dental cleaning." —Amy N.
Get a two-pack from Amazon for $9.99.
6. A garbage disposal cleaner to bubble and fizz through the odor-causing grime all on its own while you just stand back and wish you'd gotten it sooner.
Here's all you have to you do: Run some hot water, pop one of the packets in your disposer, let it foam, then wait for the foam to fully disappear. Garbage disposer = clean and odor-free.
Promising review: "Works like a charm! These are pretty cool! I was a little skeptical but I followed the easy-to-use directions and it worked just like the product said it would. Foamed up and cleaned the drain!! Smell removed!!" —Jennifer K
Get two packs of four from Amazon for $9.75 (also available in bigger multipacks).
7. A sturdy, adjustable elastic laptop organizer — whether you're running from class to class, meeting to meeting, or even just room to room in your own home, this makes it easy to bring your phone, mouse, notebook, pens, and other items along without having your hands full or needing to haul around a backpack.
8. A portable, cordless electric razor — it's the perfect compact option to travel with. You can use it on both wet *and* dry skin, and the blades are specially designed to capture hair at all angles while preventing cuts and avoiding skin irritation.
Promising review: "I love this thing so much! If you are in a rush or if you don’t want to shave your armpits or the hair on your armpits is too short to shave, this thing is perfect. I wear tank tops to work every day so I always make sure that my underarms are shaved and this has saved me so much razor burn. You can also use it on your bikini line, legs, and your arms! It’s super easy to clean, too, and I have taken it on multiple airplanes. Extremely happy with this purchase, I actually just got my coworker the same one!" —Kasey Mogavero
Get it from Amazon for $9.99.
9. A set of soda can "lids" for anyone who's ever gotten halfway through a can of seltzer and wished they could save the rest for later without having to worry about it spilling or losing carbonation. These'll transform the tops of cans into much-more-portable bottles! Plus, some people don't *love* putting their mouths on sharp and potentially filthy can lids, and would prefer a bottle top ANY day.
Reviewers also *swear* by these for keeping sand and dirt off the rim at picnics or the beach!
Promising review: "Biggest thing since sliced bread. Do you hate it when you when can’t finish your soda or maybe don’t have time? If you're driving somewhere it’s difficult to handle a can drink sometimes, you’re trying to take a sip and all a sudden you hit a pot hole. Soda up your nose, down your chin, on your clothes. It doesn’t have to be that way anymore — with these you can enjoy you soda just like it was in a bottle. I was skeptical at first, but sold as soon as I put it on the can. I use it every day." —Jonesy
Get a set of six from Amazon for $14.99+ (available in six colors and as a pack of 12).
10. A fast-acting carpet-spot-removing spray that'll remove those stains you thought would never ever come out.
Promising review: "This stuff is AMAZING! I was a little skeptical because I have some carpet stains I’ve let sit for a while because I didn’t have any cleaner at the time of the accident. The accidents have included coffee spills and poorly cleaned cat barf stains. I ordered this because I didn’t want to spend the money on a carpet cleaning service plus you have to be out of your house too long. This stuff was INCREDIBLE. You just spray a concentrated amount and then scrub the stain away. It worked in every single stain I had and was super quick and easy. 100% recommend if you need a good spot cleaner!" —Kimberly
Get it from Amazon for $6.65+ (available in three sizes and multipacks).
11. A wine purifier — it removes histamines and sulfites (aka HEADACHE INGREDIENTS) from red, white, or sparkling vino. Just swirl it around in your glass before drinking to help alleviate wine-induced headaches and hangovers! And don't worry, it won't change the taste or the color, so even wine connoisseurs can enjoy using it. In fact, it's also a great way to restore opened, oxidized wine to its natural state so you can save the rest of that bottle you thought was gonna go to waste.
Promising review: "OMG!!!! This works. I love wine, but have terrible allergies to the histamines, sulfites, and preservatives in wine. I actually use one wand for two glasses of wine. I was very skeptical, but it works like a dream! Thank you PureWine. This is really a breakthrough for me." —Penny Froh
Get a three-pack from Amazon for $10.99+ (available in larger packs).
12. A wedge pillow to plug the gap between your mattress and headboard (or wall if you don't have a headboard). It'll give you more support under your pillow, and will also help you stop losing remotes, phones, toys, pillows, blankets, and more to the bottomless abyss that lurks beneath your bed. There's even a pocket on the side for your glasses, lip balm, phone, and other nighttime essentials if you're running out of room on your tiny nightstand!
Promising review: "I've had trouble with my pillows always slipping down between my bed and the wall. Not anymore. This is a great product to have. I don't have a backboard, but it really doesn't matter as it stays firmly in place. It fits my full-size bed perfectly, and the way I got it set up is just as shown. It helps lift my pillow slightly, and this adds some support to a floppy pillow. Now it might not be for everyone, but I like this bed wedge a lot. It was worth buying." —Jeff Brown Jr.
Get it from Amazon for $34.99+ (available in sizes Twin–California King and with or without a pillowcase).
13. A slip-on lid pocket because where else are you supposed to put the piping hot, dripping wet slow cooker lid when it comes time to stir or scoop out your meal?? This clever product easily fits on most slow cookers, and gives you a convenient place to store the lid without making a mess of your countertop.
Lid Pocket is a small business on a mission to solve your slow cooker-related lid issues.
Promising review: "These are so handy and fit easily over the 'pot edge even with the lid on. Having somewhere to set the lids is a space saver during holiday gatherings. I need more!" —Julie Janssen
Get it from Amazon for $19.99.
14. A leave-in conditioner that'll detangle hair, reduce frizz, restore curls, and more so you can get out the door faster. It's designed for kids, but adults love using it too!
Promising review: "My 2-year-old has super curly hair and it’s kinda on the thin side…before we started using this product it would get knotted a lot. But then we started using this after bath time and have seen such a great improvement! Her hair is soft, smells amazing, and her curls are so much softer and way less frizzy!" —Katelyn Donohue
Get it from Amazon for $9.69 (also available as a pack of two).
15. A leakproof pet water bottle — it makes it easy to keep your pooch hydrated on walks or long drives. The top even seals shut so you can throw it in your bag without worrying about spills.
Promising review: "My little guy loves this thing. I love how easy it is to use and easy to carry. I have an extra small dog so the small size is more than plenty for him. I love that the unused water can go back in the bottle without spilling everywhere." —Marie Rich
Get it from Amazon for $14.98+ (available in two sizes and three colors).
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16. An outlet cover plate with a built-in LED nightlight that simply snaps on without needing any batteries, special connections, mounts, brackets, or wires — no electrical knowledge required! Now you can free up outlets that used to be taken by bulky nightlights, and use this instead!
It's super energy-efficient — only lighting up when it's dark, and costing only about ten cents a year to power!
Promising review: "These go on in about 30 seconds. They are awesome. I did not shut off the power to my outlets, but I have experience getting shocked doing residential electrical work, so I've learned my lessons about what not to touch. Even a true beginner would be able to install these without issue. Their tolerance for low light is on the sensitive side, so they end up on more than off, but the downward cast light is not bothersome. I was put off by the price at first but bought a two-pack to try out — ended up going back for 10 more." —Oliver North
Get a two-pack from Amazon for $42.98 (available in three sizes and for light switches).
17. A super cool, secretly hollow faux book display you can use to hide ugly cords and cables that don't really fit with the aesthetic of your space.
Covogoods is a Utah-based, woman-founded small business that specializes in storage solutions crafted from up-cycled books.
Not every display will have the exact books shown above but if you want to check out the titles ahead of time, select '"YES, preview books" when checking out and enable Amazon notifications so the seller can send you a pic!
Promising review: "This is perfect for hiding our router and accessories in our bookcase. Love it!" —supergirl
18. A super lightweight, ultra-portable retractable folding stool — it's almost absurdly easy to unfold and set up or collapse down in seconds, making it great for camping, waiting in long lines, or even bringing to a party where seating might be limited! You can even adjust its height to your comfort!
Promising review: "As an engineer, I am a sucker for smart designs. And this is so ingenious, I was blown away. At 2.4 pounds, it's probably the lightest way of getting a portable seat. And it opens up literally in two seconds. No extending metal legs or having to press on metal clips to collapse them, as with regular travel stools. And it feels pretty sturdy, not wobbly at all when I sat on it. The 10" seat is just the right size for being comfortable. And it collapses in a 10" x 2.5" cylinder (also literally in two seconds) that fits in the outside pocket of my carry-on. You do need both hands, but that's true of any folding chair. Perfect for my wife who cannot stand for long in security or immigration lines. And you need hardly any space to set it up (unlike folding chair/stools). So perfect to open up when standing in busy lines." —Serge
Get it from Amazon for $21.99+ (available in three colors).
19. A nice-looking hose holder / shelf combo so you can keep store your gardening tools in a neat and tidy fashion, making your yard look so much more organized and aesthetically pleasing.
Hardware (two screws) is provided.
Modern Aspect is a small biz based in Salt Lake, Utah, specializing in sleek, modern outdoor home goods, like mailboxes and number plaques.
Promising review: "Incredible quality and design. An awesome upgrade going with this hose holder versus the generic vanilla designs found at the big box stores. Thank you for making this!!!" —Christopher Zibach
Get it from Modern Aspect on Etsy for $84 (originally $140).
20. A bidet toilet attachment because the time has come to ~bidet~ sincere farewell to fully relying on toilet paper. This attachment is easy to install (no plumber needed!), will help you cut down your TP usage, and will make you feel so much cleaner and refreshed after going #2.
Promising review: "I was a little skeptical about transitioning to this type of bum cleaning, but now I don't know what took me so long. It just wasn't on my radar until COVID-19 and the toilet paper rush made me start wondering what I would do without TP. Now that TP is back on the shelves, I am staying with my TUSHY! It is a great product. Easy to install. Very cost effective. Regular water temp is not an issue at all. I was worried about cold water, but no problems. I used to be one of those people who thought this was just weird, but not anymore. Use the TUSHY then pat dry. Wash your pat cloths with the laundry." —Charles
Get it from Tushy on Amazon for $69.99+ (available in two colors and as a pack of two).
21. A robot vacuum — it'll actually do an efficient job so you can do other things while it scoots around and does the work all on its own.
This robot vacuum has an infrared-sensor for evading obstacles and drop-sensing tech to avoid falls. It also automatically recharges so it's always ready to clean. It comes with a remote control (two AAA batteries included), charging base, AC power adapter, cleaning tool, an extra set of high-performance filters, four side brushes, and five cable ties. It can clean continuously for up to 100 minutes.
Promising review: "I wanted to try out a vacuum robot but wasn’t looking to spend $500. I got this based on the great reviews and low price and I have not been disappointed. I have it set to go off every morning at 9 AM, and it cleans for at least an hour and a half before it returns to the charging stand due to low battery. I love the fact that at any point I can just pick it up and carry it to one of our upstairs rooms and let it clean there, and I can be doing things while it’s vacuuming.
It will sense when it’s reached an edge and will not go off the stairs. I was amazed that for the first five days it would come back full of dirt even though we vacuumed fairly regularly. Now that it’s running every morning it comes back about half full (we have a dog and a cat), still incredible that it finds that much dirt and hair! It does a pretty good job getting over the transitions on our floor, only occasionally needing a little nudge.
It seems to have a sensor directly in front of it and will avoid obstacles straight ahead, the obstacles to the side will gently bump into and then continue to turn a couple degrees and try again until it gets itself back out. Although I love it, our cat is very suspicious and follows it around everywhere. :-)" —Dahna Brinkley
Get it from Amazon for $139.99+ (available in two colors).
22. A mess-free frozen treat holder with a drip tray so you and your little ones can eat ice pops without sticky fingers or stained furniture. Plus, it has a built in straw for sipping up any melted drippings so none goes to waste!
It has two slots to fit sticks of different sizes.
Check out this TikTok of the Drip-Free Ice Pop Holder to see why one parent loves it!
Promising review: "Omg, if you have kids this is a MUST!!! We live at the beach so ice pops are a constant thing to beat the heat. And nothing's worse than your toddler running up to you covered in sticky ice-pop hands and touching you and everything in the house. This was the greatest investment I’ve ever made!! No more mess!" —Devon Cahill
Another promising review: "I thought I would try these because I have a 3-year-old grandson with sensory issues, and he wouldn't even hold or TRY an ice pop!! I didn't want him to miss out on a summertime tradition, so I thought I would give these a try!! I am truly amazed that the day they arrived, I bought a box of ice pops, put one on the holder for him, and one for me! (I hate the way the wooden sticks feel, so I don't eat ice pops 'TIL NOW!) He took it right away!! And loved it!! There is even a little straw built into it so he could suck up the melted juice! Worth every single penny!" —Renae
Get a two-pack from Amazon for $14.99.
23. L’Oreal’s 8 Second Wonder Water — it'll give your hair the moisture, shine, and silkiness it's missing, with instant results visible after the first use. Use it on wet hair after shampoo for healthier-looking locks and a weightless feel that takes a mere *eight seconds* to achieve!
Promising review: "I don’t usually do reviews on products, but for this one I absolutely have to. I have 3c type hair and struggle with a lot a breakage, unmanageability, and moisture. When my mom mentioned this product to me I didn’t take her seriously because of the simple fact that we have completely different hair textures. I never would have thought this brand would work on my hair. I have always used ethnic hair products and stayed away from brands such as this one because of the alcohol in it. I have never in my 22 years felt my hair like this! I feel like I have a completely different head of hair. This product is so amazing and I will FOREVER be using this product in my hair regimen." —Theressa Hailey
Get it from Amazon for $8.62.
24. An "invisible" Soap Standle to keep your bar of soap from getting gooey and gross while sitting on the sink or in a soap dish. It's basically just a little plastic stand with spikes on one side you can push into the soap to keep it securely attached. Then, when you set the soap back down, it'll rest on the small and discreet stand instead of directly on the porcelain. And the curved design of the stand will help circulate air so the soap dries quickly and cleanly — making it last longer!
"I have SoapStandles all over the house — try it at a sink, too — you may be surprised how much you like it. The bar lasts longer." —jimmygould, from this collection of things those of us at BuzzFeed have tried and loved
Here's why Buzzfeed editor Natalie Brown loves this:
"If you like or use bar soap, I'll go ahead and say it: you need the Soap Standle, and probably more than one! Made from sturdy, infinitely reusable plastic, it puts every soap dish I've ever seen to shame. The top has pointy teeth that easily insert into your bar, then stay stuck there until your bar's down to the tiniest nub. The bottom has several waves in the plastic, perfectly designed so your bar of soap will sit neatly on the counter but have enough airflow in the gaps between the waves that the bottom of the bar easily dries out between uses and never gets mushy or gross!
It's not bulky, so the bar looks pretty sitting next to your sink or on the shelf in your shower. I've used three of them since I got them in June — one with hand soap, and two with my favorite shampoo and conditioner bars — and have zero complaints. I just put the bars with the Standles directly on the counter and shelf, and both surfaces have stayed perfectly clean. I 100% agree with the 1,523 other people who have rated this 5 stars on Amazon, this product is such a game changer and a problem solver!
P.S. Bar soap is perfect if you're looking to reduce the amount of non-reusable plastic in your life, and these make it much more practical!"
Get a pack of two from Amazon for $11.99 (available in four colors and four pack sizes).
25. A reusable HiccAway straw — this brilliant Shark Tank invention can help chase away hiccups without jump scares, and all you have to do is forcibly sip water through it for three seconds while inhaling!
Promising review: "There is nothing worse than an annoying hiccup that just doesn't seem to go away. My wife gets them almost every time she has a fizzy drink. I was skeptical at first but became a believer after trying it for the first time. Mind blown. This little magic straw is worth every penny. If you have kids, this is a must-have." —Pauly J.
Get it from Amazon for $13.42.
26. A massaging foot scrubber so you don't have to bend over to clean your feet while showering!
Promising review: "I wish I had ordered this foot scrubber earlier! After the delivery of my baby I been experimenting some backache and decided to give it a try! This foot scrubber is amazing, I don’t have to bend down to wash my feet anymore, I just drop some body wash on my feet and voila!! I scrub as much as I want, my feet feel clean! This would’ve been awesome during my pregnancy. I regret my decision of not getting one before." —Adriana Gonzalez
Get it from Amazon for $18.99.
27. And finally, a pool cleaner device that'll passively collect fallen twigs, leaves, and other debris from your pool *all on its own* so you can spend your time doing literally anything else.
Pallet Works by Steve is a small biz!
Promising reviews: "My pool guy was impressed! Works just like it should and takes the load off of my skimmer. We have two huge trees that we work around every year..in the past burning up two motors due to a clogged skimmer. Thank you!" —Annette Milliff
Get it from Pallet Works by Steve on Etsy for $65.
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