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1. A tracker calendar because adulthood means there's a lot to do! This will help you keep track of your to-do lists, goals, and habits. You'll be able to remember important dates, stick to a routine, and stay consistent.
Free Period Press is a woman-owned, queer-owned small business that creates paper tools to help with productivity.
Promising review: "I wanted to reduce stress and nail down some habits, and I've always done better when I can see progress tangibly. I'd been eyeing this calendar for some time, but was unsure if it was worth the money. I decided to go for it. SO glad I did. It has some 'homework' pages at the beginning to help you focus in on your goals, but mostly its the cleanness and ready-to-go nature of the monthly calendar pages that have worked for me. It's helped me be more disciplined AND narrow my focus so I'm not worrying about doing everything under the sun each day. I liked it so much that I bought a second one for a friend. Another friend saw me using it and also made a purchase. I'm really happy I made the leap." —Flight of Stars
Get it from Amazon for $19.99.
2. A storage strip that mounts on the wall, because you're likely to be in charge of cleaning a lot more than you've ever expected now that you've grown up (such a scam). And that means you'll start accumulating a bunch of tools. This will prevent your mop and broom from sliding off of walls or out of your storage closet. And this will keep your tools organized so you can find what you're looking for when you need it.
Promising review: "Repeat customer! I purchased one to organize the garden tools (rake, hoe, cultivator, shovel, etc.) in our garage and by alternating the tops of the tools up/down, was able to fit them neatly in the holder. Liked it so much, going to install another next to it for the other items. The hooks are a nice feature to hold our gloves and a simple plastic bag to hold things when needed." —Rob C.
Get it from Amazon for $13.97+ (available in four colors and various packs).
3. A pack of cleaning tablets to keep your dishwasher in tip-top-shape so it will clean your dishes more efficiently (and there's a lot of dishes! Welcome to adulthood). These tablets will get rid of limescale and mineral buildup so your glasses will come out as sparkly and shiny as the day you bought them.
Promising review: "After using this product, I am happy to report that my $5 investment saved me over $500. I was ready to replace my dishwasher, due to super cloudy glasses, residue, and just not getting clean. Then I saw a product test review for Affresh in Good Housekeeping magazine. I was ordering some stuff from Amazon anyway, so I added that to my order. I did not expect the results I got! The glassware that I thought was permanently etched and ruined came out like new. Same with cutlery. The difference is unbelievable. I am amazed!" —Sheila
Get a six-pack from Amazon for $8.95+ (also available in a pack of 12).
4. A food container lid organizer, because a big part of being an adult is trying to keep messes contained — and your lids will get out of control without this. IDK how to explain it, but everyone ends up with a cabinet filled of random lids and yet they can never find the one they're looking for when they need it.
Promising review: "This product does exactly what it is supposed to and does it well. In under 15 minutes, I took my nightmare lid drawer and turned it into a functional, convenient storage space. The dividers were simple to install and provided flexibility. Slowly but surely I am getting my tiny, chaotic kitchen under control, and this got me a huge leap closer." —S. Hawthorn
Get it from Amazon for $13.49+ (available in five sizes).
5. A cord-managing box so you can hide the tangled mess under your desk. Reviewers say it's also great at keeping cords away from pets.
Promising review: "This is the third box I have ordered and I am still happy with this product. It keeps the cats from turning off my power strip when they zoom behind the couch. The first two I ordered were all white, which was fine for where I placed them. With this purchase I went with the wood grain top which blends in more easily with the surrounding area. I would, obviously, purchase this item again." —Susan Beattie
Get it from Amazon for $23.99+ (available in three styles).
6. A three-pronged duster to easily clean between your blinds because, trust me, there's a ton of dust in there. One thing about becoming an adult is coming to terms with how much there is to clean! This tool will make the annoying task of dusting blinds super easy and way faster.
The duster comes with five microfiber sleeves.
Promising review: "A super time saver. It legitimately used to take us hours to clean all the blinds. We can now do all the faux-wood Venetian blinds in the house in about one hour. It's really nice that it comes with some spare cloths for it, and it's cheap enough to buy a whole additional set so we can make more than one kid do this chore at the same time." —R.D.
Get it from Amazon for $7.99 (available in two colors).
7. A splurge-worthy Roborock robotic vacuum because you'll have a long list of things to do, and it's mostly cleaning related. So, whenever you can take a chore off of your plate, you should. This vac will clean your entire home with just a push of a button and it empties itself!
Here's what former BuzzFeed editor Daniel Boan had to say about it:
"I've always wanted a robotic vacuum, and after getting a chance to try the Roborock Q5+, I can't believe I waited so long. I absolutely hate vacuuming, so the ability to have a magical little robot clean my entire apartment at the touch of a button is an absolute lifesaver. The accompanying app is very easy to use — I typically use it to set up custom cleaning schedules — and the smart mapping feature was extremely accurate on the very first try. There are definitely cheaper options on the market, but what makes this worth the extra splurge is the self-emptying feature. Once the robo-vacuum is done cleaning, it finds its way back to the charging base and empties itself into a dust bag that lasts for up to seven weeks. My apartment has never been cleaner!"
Get it from Amazon for $429.99+ (available in two versions).
8. A felt handbag insert with several pockets and compartments because as you creep into your adult years you've probably started to notice that your bag is filled with old receipts, random crumbs, and a ton of pens that may or may not work. Sound familiar? Yet, you can never find what you actually need when you need it. This will keep your purse organized so you can find your keys without rummaging through gum wrappers.
Promising review: "My summer handbag has no dividers, so everything falls into a lump together. I was so pleased to find the smaller slender option for this organizer. It slides down into my purse with room on the sides to spare - this is exactly what I wanted since it lets me put things into the organizer and then other things outside of it on either side. I ordered the gray color and am very satisfied with the construction and fabric used." —Jay
Get it from Amazon for $15.88+ (available in five sizes and 16 colors).
9. And a "Bagnet," which is exactly how it sounds: a magnet for your bag. As I navigate being a whole grownup, I've found that I carry way more stuff than when I was younger. So, going without a purse isn't ideal. Now, you'll be able to hang your bag in restrooms and restaurants without it touching the dirty floor.
Bagnet is a woman-owned small business that specializes in magnetic bag holders and handbags.
Promising review: "This is the best bag holder ever! I was completely blown away, the magnet is SO strong. Works in so many places, in restrooms (try the hinges if the door isn't metal), at restaurants (on tables, chairs, even under the table), at the gym to hold my water bottle and keys so they don't end up on the floor. But my absolute favorite place to use it is on my car! I can attach it to the side of my car while I unlock it without having my hands full and leaving me vulnerable. If you have ever felt nervous trying to fumble with all your stuff while trying to unlock your doors in a dark parking lot, you need this! My only regret is that I didn't know about it sooner. I am going to get one for everyone in my life for Christmas. Any person who carries a bag should have one (or two). Seriously, it's life changing." —robert rodriguez
Get it from Amazon for $18.99+ (available in 18 styles).
10. A handheld garment steamer, because those carefree days when you could just throw on a crumpled up T-shirt have come to an end. Don't worry, you won't have to whip out an ironing board. This genius device takes only 30 seconds to heat up and you can just smooth away wrinkles while your shirt is on a hanger.
Promising review: "I'm a TV wardrobe stylist, and I do a lot of steaming. This is hands down the best steamer I've ever used. It doesn't spit water out, warms up very quickly, and will steam multiple garments before it needs a refill. I love that it has a button and a lock to keep it on (my last one just turned on... no button to pause the steam). The brush attachment is awesome, and pulls the fabric as you steam, which pulls the wrinkles out more quickly." —Monkaloo
Get it from Amazon for $29.97+ (available in three colors).
11. A Power Dash carpet cleaner for messes your pet leaves behind. You know when you parents warned you that a dog would be a lot of work? Well, now that you have to do everything for your fur baby, you know they were right all along (talking to myself here). This cleaner has a powerful brush that'll make spots disappear and it uses "HeatForce" technology to quickly dry your carpet.
Promising review: "I freaking love this thing. It's small but extremely powerful! The soap that comes with it is excellent! When I ran out I bought a gallon of it! The amount of cat hair this thing sucks up is wild! I'm six months pregnant and have absolutely no trouble with this thing. It snaps together easy to fill and change water. I wish I could give it 10 stars." —Bee Fowler
Get it from Amazon for $99.99.
12. A Bartesian cocktail maker, that is basically like a Keurig for mixed drinks. If paying $20 for a half-decent margarita seems less appealing now that you're older (same), yet you don't really know how to make a cocktail, this will make it so much easier.
Here's why former BuzzFeed editor Daniel Boan loves this:
"I used to work as a bartender, so anytime I'm with my friends I end up becoming the designated drink-pourer by default. The problem? I was ridiculously bad at it then and I'm ridiculously bad at it now. If a drink requires more than two ingredients, I probably can't make it 🙃.
Thankfully I had a chance to try out a Bartesian, and it'll now handle all bartending duties for me! It's super easy to use: just fill each glass container with your liquor of choice, insert a cocktail capsule, choose your desired strength, then sit back as it pours you a perfectly crafted drink. I had family over recently and the Rum Breeze and Cosmopolitan were huge hits. If you entertain often, you'll want this on your bar cart ASAP."
Get it from Amazon for $293 (available in three versions).
13. A set of bedsheet fasteners because there's no one else there to make your bed now that you're a full-fledged adult. This puts an end to the frustration of having to deal with sheets that slip and slide off of your mattress. So, when you actually decide to make up your bed, your bedding will stay put.
Promising review: "I love these! Since I started using them my sheets haven’t popped off once and that used to be a multiple times a night problem because I toss and turn when I sleep. Thank you TikTok!" —Gabby
Get a set of four from Amazon for $8.95+ (available in three colors and also in packs of eight).
14. And a set of Wad-Free bedsheet detanglers that'll prevent your sheets from knotting or bunching up while being washed. It'll also help them dry faster. Who knew sheets would be your number one enemy when you became an adult? Certainly not me!
Wad-Free is a small business that was featured on Shark Tank!
All you have to do is pop these on to the corners of your sheets before you wash them.
Promising review: "I don’t know what kind of magic makes these things work, and I don’t care, as long as it keeps my sheets from tangling up in the washer and dryer. This saves me so much time in the laundry room. I have king-size sheets that always end up in a twisted cocoon of wetness in both my front load washer and my dryer. Before, I always had to stop the dryer and untangle everything; now I just toss them in with no worries. I admit when I first purchased it I expected it wouldn’t work, but was willing to try if there was a slim chance it might. After washing and drying three separate loads of sheets with Wad-Free, I purchased two more sets for my parents. Friends and family are definitely getting this for the holidays come December." —ZombieQT
Get a set of two from Amazon for $19.99+ (also available in a four-pack).
15. A Wet & Forget weekly cleaner so you can stay on top of cleaning your shower even with a busy schedule. All you have to do is spray your walls and tub and leave it overnight. In the morning, you can simply wash it away when you shower — no scrubbing required.
Promising review: "I really like the fact that this product is true to its description! I highly recommend you do a thorough and very good job of cleaning before you apply this product, or it will not make the product as effective as it should be! I highly recommend this because really, who wants to clean their shower every day? This also keeps away mold and mildew; how cool is that?" —Stephanie Parker
Get it from Amazon for $19.54+ (available in two sizes).
16. A pair of escape tracks because a snow day as an adult is nothing like it was when you were a kid — it's rough out here! Keep these in your trunk just in case you get stuck in the snow so you'll be able to get your vehicle out. These are also great if your wheels are trapped in mud or sand. They prevent your tires from spinning and helps them get traction in various elements.
Promising review: "I bought these before taking my new Tacoma on its first adventure thinking I wouldn't have to use them anytime soon since the TRD Off Road comes ready to handle A LOT. After driving 30 miles up the coast of South Padre Island through all sorts of mud and deep ruts I thought this truck wasn't going to find anything it couldn't handle. I followed a beautiful trail along dolphin-filled lagunas until it opened up to a salt flat area. Started like a dream. Then as the tire tracks began to disappear, I found myself stuck in sticky clay mud. I went solo so here I was stuck with no service and at least an hour away from the last vehicle I passed. After three hours of digging, the truck began sinking at a terrifying rate, and water was emerging around the tires. MIRACULOUSLY I freed my truck from this graveyard (4x4 parts everywhere in this hell hole) just as the sun was setting. These ESCAPER BUDDIES made that miracle possible and are literally LIFESAVERS, not to mention, VEHICLE SAVERS. These things are essential, plain and simple. Just when you think you don't need them, trust me you will. Worth every penny!" —Nick V
Get them from Amazon for $129.99+ (available in three colors and four styles).
17. A medication tracker so you can stop wondering if you took your medication or if you're just having a flashback of when you took them yesterday. Now you can keep track of your vitamins and pills easily. The best part? These stick directly on bottles and they are reusable.
Promising review: "Where has this been all my life? I love it. This is a lifesaver! I’ve been looking for something like this for years. I always forget 10 minutes later if I actually took my medicine or just put it down. I’ve tried so many different ways, making marks on the bottle, making stickers, and other pill containers. None ever work. And pill containers are so bulky when I only need one pill." —Niki
Get a pack of five from Amazon for $19.99.
18. Or a pack of sleek pill cases if you need to take your medications on the go. Each one has 10 compartments so you won't have to travel with a bunch of bottles.
Promising review: "Love love love these!!! I have a lot of medications that I have to travel with and some of them are very expensive or very important and I get so worried I will lose some. These hold so many pills and have labels for each and they are so easy to open and fill but they also stay closed and seal well!" —Britney
Get a pack of four from Amazon for $9.97.
19. A wall-mounted grocery bag dispenser because once you become an adult, you're likely to have a bunch of bags and totes in an unorganized pile somewhere. IDK how to explain it, but it happens to the best of us. So, if you have a cabinet or drawer filled with shopping bags, this will keep them tidy. I'd suggest putting it somewhere you can see when you're heading out so you'll actually remember to carry your own grocery bags.
Promising review: "What a nifty bag organizer! When I think back on all the time I've spent pressing out the air, flattening, and then folding grocery bags so I could use them later as garbage sacks, it would be worth it to have paid $100+ for this handy bag organizer. Just stuff the bags in the opening until it's full. When you want to remove a bag, simply grab one from the slot on the front and pull. It easily comes out. The brushed stainless steel is a vision of beauty to behold. Perfection if you are going to mount it in a visible location. I'm not. Mine is going on the inside of the cabinet door under my kitchen sink. Doesn't matter if it's not easily seen. I should be able to look at beauty when I open my cabinet door, too. I highly recommend this item." —Lynne
Get it from Amazon for $20.
20. An ergonomic kneeling chair to keep your spine in perfect alignment so you won't turn into your parents and flip flop between talking about the weather and back pain.
Promising review: "I'm a 225-pound solid dude; back was killing me. Got this chair. Took me a week or so to build up the muscles in my shins to get used to the new weight distribution; my pain is GONE. Love this chair; plan on getting a fancier one down the road, but I'm very happy with this." —AHR_Artist
Get it from Amazon for $99.99 (available in three colors).
21. A set of cart trolley dividing bags so that when you get home with all of your groceries, everything will be organized and easier to put away. Grocery runs were so much more fun when all you had to do was peruse the aisles for snacks and cereals, but now you're the one that has to trek stuff back to your place and put it all away. These bags fit in a cart and stand upright so you can separate items for the fridge, freezer, and pantry.
Each bag holds up to 50 pounds and has an extra pocket.
Promising review: "This is exactly what I've been looking for. It fits all the shopping carts, and you can detach them and take only one to tow all of the bags if you are shopping for smaller quantities. I've been using these for a few days now, and I love it. I used to have a bunch of different bags in my trunk, and it was very messy. With Lotus Bags, I can finally get rid of all the other bags and have these sitting nice and pretty in the trunk. The cooler bag is especially awesome to keep the items cool while shopping to transporting them home. The bags look very well made and sturdy." —Rossi
Get a set of four from Amazon for $44.99 (available in two colors).
22. A shirt-folding board, to help you keep your shirts tidy since your parents are no longer putting your clothes away in neat piles for you. Who knew folding a shirt could be so complicated?! This board will help you fold faster and your clothes will look as neat as a department store display.
Promising review: "My first reaction? 'Why did I buy this?' Then I opened the box and wasn't too convinced about the way it looked, as some edges look like they would quickly snap with use. Then I gave it a try with a couple of shirts I had just washed, and next thing you know I simply had to do my entire drawer! Everything folds so pretty, neat, and easy. I still couldn't believe it, so I ended up organizing our bedsheets and towels. I am amazed at how much of a game changer this is. Must try! Am in love with how beautiful it left my clothes." —Jesus Antonio Vedia
Get it from Amazon for $16.99+ (available in four colors).
23. BuzzFeed's Tasty Adulting cookbook, perfect if you've been living off of Uber Eats and leftovers from Sunday dinner with your parents. If you're still figuring out this whole ~being an adult thing~ and cooking is a challenge for you, this book has 75 quick, easy, and fun recipes to get you started.
Promising reviews: "Bought this for my daughter who is recently married and is working on her cooking skills. This book has really helped her. She has made some delicious meals." —Mikayla Howard
"I never learned how to cook and now that I am a mom and also developing a love for cooking, Tasty has been the best resource. And even after becoming an experienced cook, I will always collect their recipes. This book makes it fun, stress-free and gives great life tips!" —Kendal Thibodeau
Get it from Amazon for $11.99+ (available for Kindle and in hardcover).
24. And a two-pack of TikTok-famous Dan-O's seasoning that are low in sodium but full of flavor. If you don't want to spend time thinking about various seasoning combos, this takes all the guess work out for you. You can add this to everything from fish to meats, and even veggies. These all natural seasonings are made with dried herbs, citrus, and granulated onion and garlic for more delish dishes.
Dan O's Seasoning is a small biz that sells yummy seasoning blends.
Promising review: "I saw this seasoning on TikTok (like most of you probably have), I didn’t believe the hype at first. I got the two pack to try. This stuff is amazing!! I love it! It is so good on everything! Can’t believe that it is low sodium because it doesn’t taste like it. I like to add the spicy Dan-O’s to a pizza with pineapple and bacon on it, turns it up to 11!!! I will be ordering more as soon as the stuff I have runs out, for sure!!" —Mike
Get a pack of two (one original, one spicy) from Amazon for $14.50.
25. A leakproof motivational water bottle because it has encouraging phrases and time markers to help you remember to drink more water throughout your day. You'd be surprised how hard it is to stay hydrated now that you're a busy adult (guilty!). This bottle can help you stay on track and reach your goal.
Promising review: "Recently I had been struggling to get in my daily water intake, and then I found this bottle! I love it! It has made keeping up with my daily water so easy. Definitely beats chasing around the same cup of water through the day. The design of the bottle makes it easy to grip, and the lock feature on the lid is keeping my little ones from getting into it. :) It's easy to clean and it does not leak. Plus the colors are beautiful. I highly recommend!" —TiffanyD
Get it from Amazon for $14.99+ (available in 24 styles).
26. A visual timer to help you snap out of a trance when you've been on TikTok for far too long. Screen time isn't just an issue for kids and this will prevent you from scrolling on your device for too long so you won't look up and realize that your five minute break turned into two hours on your phone. It has red space that disappears as 60 minutes passes by.
Here's what my coworker Jennifer Tonti has to say about it:
"I have ADHD and I've used various tools throughout my education to keep me organized and on task. This is one of the best. I personally set 30-minute increments for any given task; an hour becomes too much time and I get sidetracked. It’s not that I must finish my task in 30 minutes, but rather that I'm kept aware of time passing in the first place, which helps me stay focused. The red film is a necessary visual representation of time that really makes this clock better than just a timer on my phone. I keep it in view and whenever I feel my mind trailing off, I can quickly glance up and say, 'oh wow, that was 10 minutes of distraction, better get back into it.'”
Get it from Amazon for $27.95+ (available in two styles and two sizes). Get the required AA batteries here.
27. An emergency car jump starter that also has a tire pump, four interchangeable air compressor nozzles, two USB ports, and an LED floodlight. Because, apparently being an adult comes with all sorts of responsibilities, one of which is planning for emergencies.
Promising review: "I would 1,000% 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 fills tires. Just perfect." —SA Sunshine
Get it from Amazon for $126.09+ (available in six styles).
28. A battery organizer because part of being a grownup is having a junk drawer full of batteries (I don't make the rules!). This hardshell case keeps all your batteries neatly organized and it has a tester so you can know which batteries are still good.
Promising review: "Love that there is a battery tester and custom-cut holes for various batteries. I love that everything is organized instead of having to dig through the junk drawer. Best of all, I even get compliments on it from visitors! I think this would be a great gift for a new homeowner." —DEBBIE ADAMS
Get it from Amazon for $26.08.
29. An under-cabinet lid opener for anyone who thought becoming an adult meant you'd develop super strength, but in reality you struggle to open a jar of spaghetti sauce (OK, I'm talking to myself here). This device makes it way easier to pop open a jar without having to strain your wrists or bruise your ego when you need someone to open it for you.
Checkout BuzzFeed's review of the EZ Off Jar Opener.
Promising review: "I have tried a million different tools and gadgets for help in opening jars of all sizes, and each one had its own issues! Finally, someone has invented the perfect jar opener that is simple and requires no space in your kitchen drawers or counters. There was one person who suggested placing the opener with the sharp end of the 'V' closest to you and with it placed in the front, in the right corner under your cabinet. I followed those directions, and it works perfectly and easily. I have already placed an order for another one for a gift or for my sister." —cat lover
Get it from Amazon for $13.49.
30. A detergent cup holder to prevent any drips from getting all over your floors. If laundry has taken over your life (because same), you know that placing the cap back on the detergent just leads to a mess. This genius device stores the cup and catches all that before it makes a soapy puddle.
Tidy-Cup is a woman-owned small business started after the founder, Julie Reinhold, was tired of detergent containers dripping all over her laundry room floor.
Promising review: "If you use the big laundry detergent and fabric softener bottles that lay on their side, you MUST get these! You’ll no longer have any mess dripping onto whatever your bottles are set up over! Totally worth the money!" —Bonnie L.
Get it from Amazon for $13.77 (also available in a two-pack).
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