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Including a hot sauce you'll wanna slap on everything, Bluetooth earbuds under $25, and a set of cooling pillows for all you hot sleepers.
It brews a quart (4 cups), so you should have enough java to get you through the day (and maybe some left over to share with your favorite coworker).
Promising review: "I've been using this for a couple weeks now and I've decided it makes great iced coffee. I'm a bit of a coffee snob so I was afraid making my own wouldn't stand up to the stuff I buy at coffee shops but this thing is definitely going to save me money. I've been buying good quality coffee and I have them grind it coarsely (that's what the directions call for) and leave it in the refrigerator over night. It turns out great." —MSS
Get it from Amazon for $21.99.
Promising review: "I have a musical background and can be an audio snob when it comes to speakers. This speaker is impressive. Now, it is NOT Bose, Harlan Kardon, or Bang & Olufsen quality — the thing costs less than $20… HOWEVER, for something of this price range, it’s great. It’s about 1.5 inches in diameter and maybe a bit over an inch tall. It’s surprisingly sturdy. It’s all metal and has a bit of weight to it. For something of this size, the bass is fantastic — much better than some of the higher quality 'small' speakers I’ve bought in the past. If you’re looking for a good compact speaker for travel or for work, this is great." —E.C.
Get it from Amazon for $17.99+ (available in three colors).
Promising review: "Best kitchen appliance I have purchased. I am a breakfast snob and usually make made-from-scratch breakfast but I am getting lazy. This product saves me so much time!! It is so simple to use: plug it in, insert bottom bread cheese and meat, pull down the top sections, pour in egg, add bread. Now heres the best part...the cooking sections just POP out to wash!!! So simple, highly recommend, and will buy for gifts !" —Taylor hollis
Get it from Amazon for $23.47+ (available in five colors).
The brush has special vents that allow air to flow so hair dries faster. Plus, it's quicker than using a dryer and then a flat iron or curling iron, which equals less heat damage.
Promising review: "I am 100% a hair product snob. I don’t mind and always have invested money in my hair tools. This dryer is by far the best money I have spent on any hair tool ever. I am blown away. For reference I have extremely thick hair. It cut my hair drying process in half." —Jason P. Hilliard
Get it from Amazon for $40.99+ (available in six colors).
Promising review: "It says to give it two weeks to notice a difference but I noticed a difference in my Boston terrier in just a few days. Her eyes aren’t goopy anymore, her snoring is pretty subtle since she’s been taking them — before the treats her snoring was LOUD like she was seriously struggling to breathe. She was getting the scabs on her back/ breakouts for a while and they are close to gone now. I’ve been telling everyone I know that has a dog with allergies about these. And she is also a great snob but she eats these without hesitation. I love it. Will definitely continues to buy!" —Tori
Get them from Amazon for $26.97.
Promising review: "Honestly impressed with such a cheap mattress. I've always been sort of a mattress snob with a 'you get what you pay for' mindset. My own mattresses are always in the $1,000 range. I bought this $200 Linenspa for my parents who were going to be staying with us for two weeks, and I didn't want them on an air mattress for that long. I planned on giving it away afterwards. My parents absolutely loved the bed; it was 'just right,' not too soft, not too firm. After they left, my daughter chose to keep it in place of her old bed. I recommend this bed to anyone looking for something low maintenance and affordable. Unboxing was easy but be aware it has springs so unlike the opening of a memory foam mattress, this one really pops up fast! We placed it on top of a Zinus wood slat bed frame. Super happy with this purchase." —bryson oliveira
Get it from Amazon for $164.98+ (available in sizes Twin–Cal King, three thicknesses, and with or without the bedframe).
Promising review: "I love love love these earbuds. I looked long and hard and read more reviews about earbuds than I care to admit. I was finally sold when I read a review of these that were right up my technical alley. I'm a sound snob, unfortunately and these produce all that I could hope for short of being in a concert standing next to the speakers! I have two pair so while one charges I can listen to the other. They both pair without any problems to my Samsung Galaxy S7 and are easy to wear. They never hurt my ears. I'm only sad I can't wear them more often (working meetings really get in the way of my musical enjoyment of these earbuds). I would venture to say that these are even better audio quality than the Bose earbuds I bought a couple of years ago, especially given the price! Go TOZO!" —Willij
Get it from Amazon for $23.99+ (available in five colors).
Promising review: "I usually use high-end expensive mascara like Christian Dior, Buxom, and Tarte. I've also tried a variety of drugstore brands like L'Oreal and Cover Girl in an attempt to save money. I am a mascara snob because it is the one makeup item I have to wear every day. I am SO happy I found this brand of mascara through a review on BuzzFeed. I love this brand just as much as the high-end versions. It completely coats the lashes and definitely gives the impression of length. I'd say it's closest to Dior, but thicker. I definitely recommend trying this brand of mascara." —Phoenix
Get it from Amazon for $4.99.
Promising review: "I'm well aware I'm a wine snob. I'm a red wine drinker and I cannot stand a wine that is not aerated. This tool does this and so much more. I will also tell you I rarely do not finish the bottle of wine in the same night, but on the off chance that I don't this helps it stay fresh for the next night or the next few nights. I even opened a bottle of champagne for mimosas one day and then forgot about it until a few days later and the champagne was still fresh and the top even POPPED when I opened it! I've given away all my aerators and my cork stoppers. This is the only tool you will need, besides the opener and the glass! Cheers!!" —courtkenn
Get it from Amazon for $7.95.
Promising review: "These had great reviews but I was still a bit skeptical. I'm a bit of a pillow snob. I usually require about three pillows for just myself not including my husband. I like to sleep propped up a bit so my sinuses don't get stopped up at night. My old pillows would require 3–9 adjustments a night for me to be comfortable again. These pillows — these amazing, heavenly pillows — are now my favorite part of going to bed. Soft but firm. How does that work? It gives support for me to sleep slightly propped up but I sink into this comfortable personal cloud. Soft, but firm. My head isn't sinking through the pillow to rest on my mattress, but I feel comfortably enveloped. Now mind you, I have one very cheap Walmart pillow behind it so I'm not against my headboard, but even still. Heaven. I bought two but think that would be too much fluff so now my husband and I each have one. Buy them. Add to cart. Buy now with one click. Stop the research. You've found the pillows you were looking for." —Marissa Powers
Get it from Amazon for $39.99+ (available in queen and king).
These won our budget pick for best pillow!
Promising review: "After many hours of internet research, I settled on this item and couldn't be happier. As a longtime coffee snob and daily home brewer, I wanted to get this right. This grinder does the rest proud. It's half as noisy as the Cuisinart that died on me, and provides more detailed customization (size and duration) than I've ever had, which is fun. The best part might be the lack of static in the cup, which gives me a grin every morning. A total winner against others at three times the price." —Ken Fose
Get it from Amazon for $104.95.
Promising review: "I’m a leggings kinda girl, and I am a former Lululemon disciple. That being said, I abandoned Lulu and went on a quest to find ‘The Perfect Leggings’. After numerous fails, I tried these from The Gym People. These leggings are so amazing that I ordered them in other prints and styles. They wash easily, keep their shape, and they give great support to my less-than-perfect legs and bum. Also, I’m 5’10” and I have really long legs, which can be a problem in the leggings quest. However, these are the perfect length, and they are appropriate for both running errands and the yoga studio. I’m now a The Gym People newly converted disciple, and I’m a very happy and content Leggings Snob. Buy these leggings; you will complete your Perfect Leggings Quest!" —Marla M.
Get it from Amazon for $22.99+ (available in sizes XS–3XL and 32 colors).
Cast-iron skillets may seem intimidating to first-time users, so check out our explainer on how to care for a cast iron before you buy to figure out whether it's the right cookware for you.
Promising review: "I LOVE my cast iron. I used to be a cookware snob. I have had pretty much every type of high-end pan. My latest set was a Viking stainless steel set, which are great. I also used non-stick pans for some things, but got worried about the potential toxicity of the non-stick surface wearing away into the food. So I researched and came up with cast iron, which by chance my grandmother swore by in her cooking days. Granted, it takes a while to get the skillet properly 'seasoned' and to learn NOT to clean it with soap after use. But now my pan is very well seasoned after about nine months of good use. I have bought more of various sizes and my expensive Vikings no longer see use. I couldn't be happier." —msmith9450
Get a 10.25-inch pan from Amazon for $14.88 (available in 14 sizes, varieties).
And! Don't forget to our picks for the best cast-iron skillets.
Promising review: "I’m actually super impressed with this skincare line. I started using the hydroquinone two weeks ago and just started the retinoid cream last night. I have always been a snob when it comes to skincare, spending $$$ on a product. My skin tone has noticeable evened out and spots are fading all for a fraction of the cost." —EmeGracesMom
Get it from Amazon for $24.
Promising review: "I love every flavor and I love the ingredients list!! I became a dark chocolate snob after making dark chocolate for a small shop for a while and so far this is the only one that compares :)" —Amazon Customer
Get a four-pack from Amazon for $19.95 (available in nine flavors and in a variety pack).
There's also a white truffle version as well as a hotter version of the classic black truffle hot sauce.
Promising review: "I’m a hot sauce snob and Truff is my absolute favorite. I can’t say enough about the perfection of the heat/flavor balance. The truffle and garlic is just right, not overpowering but definitely noticeable. And I love, love the presentation of the bottle — simple labeling with the cool stopper in a nice giftable box." —Raff
Get it from Amazon for $17.98.
This wig is 100% virgin human hair.
Promising review: "The hair quality is similar to the $300–$500 wigs out there. It’s not really thick or thin; it’s perfect if you want a 'believable' look. I personally don’t use lace wigs for hairlines and I instead cut the lace completely off and leave an inch or so of my own natural hair out in the front and wear it like a three-quarter wig. My natural hair texture is identical to this hair so it blends perfectly. I purchased 22 inches and it looks even longer, which is awesome. It’s simply beautiful, and I’m a bit of a hair snob😩🤦🏽♀️ So just buy it :)" —CreoleCandy
Get it from Amazon for $124.99+ (available in eight lengths).
Promising review: "I ordered these pens to try out. I am a teacher and self-admitted pen snob who loves nice pens. These pens have become my favorite. They have nice color, do not bleed through the paper, and have a great variety of colors to choose from. The color is bold, but the points leave fine lines. Smooth writing and no smear ink is a plus in my grade book. I also like the package, that keeps them together and organized. I will buy these fine liner pens again." —kmayberry
Get a pack of 18 pens from Amazon for $7.99.
Promising review: "I will admit I am a bit of a makeup snob and prefer to shop only at Sephora. But I hadn't found a holy grail primer there, so I thought it couldn't hurt to try this one — and I am so glad I did! It creates a smooth finish on your face before you put on foundation, and my makeup stays put all day. My makeup didn't even budge when I was in Croatia in 100-degree HUMID heat and on a kayak...so definitely recommend at least giving this a try!" —Keri
Get it from Amazon for $15.50.
Promising review: "I’ve always considered myself a bit of a workout clothes snob and this longline sports bra is TOP notch! I love it just as much if not more than any of my Lululemon or Athletica! I now have it in five colors! I am a 34DD but very small everywhere else! It provides a perfect amount of support! I typically wear them to my spin classes!" —DallasMaginn
Get it from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in sizes S–XXL and 21 colors).
Promising review: "I was very skeptical before buying this product. I am 27 and had never used vitamin C before and my skin wasn't looking so great in my mid-twenties as it had when I was younger. This product has literally turned my skin around!! The results are night and day — no more breakouts, brighter skin, and an all around glowy look to it. I use it every other day because I do have sensitive skin so I want to build up to it. So far I have been beyond impressed especially because I am a skincare product snob. I apply it to a slightly damp face and apply sunscreen after! I highly recommend." —Katie Jones
Get it from Amazon for $19.99.
Promising review: "I will be honest, I am pretty much a snob when it comes to hair products. I have tried just about everything under the sun to help with my bleached blonde fine curly hair. This stuff is great. I would definitely compare it to a more expensive product Olaplex 3. A little bit goes a long way, definitely brush it through in the shower and let it sit for a bit. My hair is so soft it is incredible." —Suzanne S
Get it from Amazon for $7.73.
Read our review of Elizavecca's CER-100 Collagen Coating Hair Protein Treatment to learn more about why my colleague calls it, "the miracle product I've been searching for."
Each set comes with one flat sheet, one fitted sheet, and two pillowcases.
Promising review: "I am a total sheet snob and was hesitant to try these as they're not that expensive. I'm beyond pleased. Washed them as soon as I got them and made my bed afterwards. We have a deep mattress and these go above and beyond in fit. Very soft and comfortable. I plan on ordering a few more sets in other colors so they'll all be rotated and last longer. Thanks so much!" —krlprice
Get it from Amazon for $25+ (available in eight sizes and 45 colors).
Promising review: "I am a litter snob. I've tried what seems like every brand out there, and while kitty doesn't complain, I am tougher to impress. That being said, this is awesome stuff. No dust, no tacky air freshener scent. Clumps hard as a rock and controls odor wonderfully. Plus, the price is right and it is delivered to my door. What is not to like?" —SevierNurse
Get it from Amazon for $18.99 (available in seven styles and six sizes).
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