There is something that you are doing — possibly every day — that could be done faster, easier, and with less hassle. You might think the irritants, chores, and to-do list you face are facts of life, unavoidable. So when you see that there is a tool or trick that makes that chore go away, reduces the irritation, and makes your to-do list attainable, you might facepalm. But your very next act will be to drop that item into your cart. Here are 50 incredibly clever things for your home you didn’t know you needed off Amazon. Read on and make life easier.
A Light For Putting The Key In The Lock
Deeirao Keyhole Wireless Motion Detector
Fumbling around trying to get a key into a lock in the dark is frustrating and potentially dangerous. Fortunately, the remedy is easy. Stick this wireless motion detector light above the lock and it will throw exactly the light you need to get in your door easily. When you are safely inside, it shuts off.
A Better Drawer Organizer
Royal Craft Wood Bamboo Drawer Organizer
The utensil tray inside your drawer seems so unimportant that people often cheap out on it. But you touch it multiple times a day. Flimsy gets annoying. This bamboo drawer organizer makes putting away the dishes and reaching for a fork much better. And it expands and contracts to fit whatever drawer you have so you won’t have to replace it if you move or remodel.
A Tray Table For The Couch
SINWANT Clip On Bamboo Sofa Tray Table
Take a light meal, snack, or cocktail to your favorite couch seat and enjoy a movie on your tablet at the same time with no fear of spilling it all in your lap by clipping this bamboo sofa tray table to the arm of your chair. It comes in five finishes. The built-in tablet stand rotates 360 degrees. And the legs adjust to accommodate nearly any style of sofa arm.
The Touch Lights You Will Use Everywhere
Brilliant Evolution LED Touch Lights (2-Pack)
Turn your shelves into illuminated display cases. Create task lighting in the kitchen or garage. Light a dark closet. These LED touch lights make it easy to do exactly what you want to do with light. They stick to most surfaces or screw on, throw a warm light, and you simply tap the lens to turn them on and off. This is a pack of two.
The Over-Sink Colander That Makes So Many Tasks Easier
BLUE GINKGO Sink Colander
Extend this sink colander over your sink and make washing fruits and vegetables so much easier. Give them a rinse and let them drip dry into the sink. Or use it as a dish drying rack or to strain the water from pasta. It comes in 12 colors and over 13,000 people give it five stars. “Great for air drying knife or spoon or spatula after a quick wash & rinse,” said one reviewer. “Great for leaving [a] cup/glass out during the day for reuse.”
This Tool Kit For Cleaning Window Frames
Bestylez Window Track Cleaner Kit
When you have the right tool for the job, the task is much easier. If that task is cleaning windows or shower frames, this track cleaner kit is the right tool. The specially designed sponges with gripper handles take care of the dirty track edges. While the included brush cleans the track the window slides on. “The shape of the cleaner made cleaning both the inside and outside window sills as well as the crack of the window sill so easy,” said one reviewer.
The Bathroom Trash Can That Opens Without A Touch
Anborry Bathroom Touchless Trash Can
Keeping the trash covered — from pets or insects — can make throwing trash away irritating. But not with this touchless trash can that makes opening the lid super easy. Wave your hand over the sensor; bend a knee to trigger it; or give it a gentle kick. It opens up so you can throw away your trash then closes again five seconds later. It’s waterproof and slim enough to fit easily in the bathroom.
The Jar Opener That Mounts Under A Cupboard
EZ Off Under Cabinet Jar Opener
After you attach this jar opener to the underside of a convenient cabinet, you will never again struggle to get a jar open. Just push the lid into the grippy claws and turn. You can use both hands to hold the jar so it will open unwieldy and large pickle jars just as easily as a soda bottle. Nearly 20,000 people give it five stars.
A Chair For Sitting Up In Bed
malu Reading Pillow- Ergonomic Pillow- Back Pillow for Bed+ Rolling Mat for Neck Support- Bed Pillows for Sitting Up in Bed with Shredded Memory Foam- Sitting Pillow for Bed, Couch or Floor
Take a good book to bed and read in comfort by leaning up against this sitting pillow that’s filled with shredded memory foam and cradles you in its roomy hug. There are side pockets to stash your glasses and phone in and a neck roll so you don’t get hurt while relaxing. That neck roll also unrolls into a floor mat if you want to sit on the floor.
These Drawers For Your Desk
COZYWELL Under Desk Drawer, Attachable Under Desk Storage, Self-Adhesive Under Desk Drawer Slide-out, Stick on Drawer Under Desk Organizer for Home Office Organization Hidden Storage
Create storage right where you need it, even if your desk is a simple table, with this self-adhesive under desk storage. Just stick the slim drawers to the underside of your desk and you have a place to stash everything from pens to thumbtacks to reading glasses. “This was easy to install, is sturdy, and makes excellent use of a table I use as a desk,” said one reviewer.
This Rack For Clothes That Need To Lay Flat To Dry
Looca 3-Tier Hanging Mesh Drying Rack
Instead of spreading delicate items that have to lay flat to dry all over the counters and furniture, hook this clever drying rack on a clothes line and let them dry in peace. They will be easier to put away, too. It’s easy to hang and folds flat for storage. Great idea that I can hang this rack from my clothes line to dry my sweaters flat,” wrote one fan. “The tiers have plenty of room on each. Moving into the winter season so I washed all my sweaters, hats and scarves and it worked out perfect.”
The Robot That Feets Your Pet
PETLIBRO Automatic Cat Feeder
If your pet has turned into a manipulative food-seeking predator, offload the feeding to this automatic food dispenser. Your fur baby will quickly learn you can’t be bullied and there is no point in arguing with a robot. Portion control achieved! It’s also great if you travel or work late. Your pet will get fed on time no matter what you do. It holds up to 2 liters of dry food — just program the schedule and food volume that’s right for your pet.
This Hack For Making Uncrusted Pocket Sandwiches
YUMKT Sandwich Sealers (5 Pieces)
Make your own crustless sandwich pockets with this set of sandwich sealers. It’s fun to do. Just assemble your bread and fillings, press them with these forms, and pack a delicious snack into your lunch. The five-piece set makes two sizes of pocket sandwiches.
A Duster For The Ceiling Fan
Estilo Ceiling & Fan Duster
Getting your ceiling fan clean doesn’t need to involve a ladder and a big production. This ceiling fan cleaner has a handle that extends up to 47 inches so you can reach the fan blades from the ground. And it covers ceiling blades up to 6 inches wide. The versatile, fluffy duster works for every surface in your house, too.
These Disposable Mesh Stickers That Keep Hair Out Of Drains
Aire Allure Disposable Shower Drain Mesh Stickers (25-Pack)
Keep your tub and shower drains free from clogs with these disposable mesh stickers, which come in a convenient pack of 25. Each hair catcher uses a waterproof adhesive and can be used for multiple showers (the brand notes they can last up to three weeks each). When it becomes full, use the finger tab to easily remove it and toss it.
This Digital Picture Frame
Monster Smart Home 16 GB Digital Photo Frame, High Definition 1280p Smart Picture Frame-10 inch
Enjoy your photos out in the open instead of keeping them hidden on your phone by connecting this digital photo frame to your phone via Bluetooth and sending them to it for everyone to enjoy. You can send 100 photos to the big, crisp, 10-inch screen at once — or insert an SD card — for a quick and easy photo display.
The Cure For Your Leaky Shower Door
Yecaye Shower Door Bottom Seal (3-Pack)
That puddle on the bathroom floor is easy to prevent. Install this shower door seal to the bottom of your shower door by snapping it on. The bottom wings create a seal that keeps the water in the shower. It’s simple, affordable, and effective. It comes in a pack of three. “I was able to cut to size and attach it fairly simple. [...] Looks great and the build up from the old one is gone. I have extras so I can replace this one in a couple of years,” wrote one reviewer.
These Paint Pens For Quick Touch-Ups
Slobproof Touch-Up Paint Pen (2-Pack)
Before you put away your paint cans, fill this touch-up paint pen with the color you used. When a scratch or ding mars the look, you can easily pull one out and paint right over the incident without turning it into a project. You can fill the pens (this is a two-pack) with any latex paint — they work like a syringe — and the paint stays fresh for years, ready to use.
A Closet Organizer That Hangs
Zober 5-Shelf Hanging Closet Organizer
Instead of stashing sweaters, hats, and bags on a hard-to-reach shelf where they will get lost, hang this closet organizer and keep everything within easy reach — and in plain sight. These five shelves hang from the closet rod and there are a series of mesh pockets on the sides for wallets, glasses, and other small items.
This Pair Of Damage-Free Key Hook Hangers
RediHook Key Hook Hanger
This no-drill solution lets you add two key hooks to your entryway or by the back door with ease. They attach to any standard wall plate without adding any holes to your walls.
This Pair Of Unique Sensor-Activated Night Lights
AUSAYE LED Sensor Night Light (2-Pack)
Add a unique touch to any room with this pair of LED sensor night lights. They have earned an impressive 4.5-star overall rating and automatically turn on at dusk and off at dawn.
This Spin Scrubber So You Don’t Have To Work So Hard
GENIANI Electric Spin Scrubber - 360 Cordless Powerful Scrub Brush for Cleaning Bathroom, Tile, Floor, Tub and Shower with Adjustable Extension Handle and 3 Replaceable Rotating Brush Heads (Black)
You don’t have to get down on your hands and knees to get the bathtub, floor, or shower stall clean. This electric spin scrubber brings its own elbow grease to the chore in the form of a rechargeable battery and three interchangeable brush heads. The handle extends from 25 up to 45 inches so you can reach awkward places and it runs for 90 minutes on a charge.
This Bag So You Can Put Shoes In The Wash
Kimmama Mesh Shoes Wash Bag
When your kicks have taken you through grassy games and muddy scrambles, give them a quick cleanup by tossing them into the washing machine in this wash bag. It protects your shoes from the spin and other garments, and it protects other items from your shoes. “These kept the shoes from banging around in there so neither the shoes nor the machine were in danger of any damage,” said one reviewer. “The shoes came out way cleaner.”
A Squeegee For Washing Dishes
OXO Good Grips Dish Squeegee
Scrape food off of plates. Sweep debris down to the garbage disposal. This dish squeegee is the dishwashing tool you didn’t know you needed but will reach for constantly. It stands on its own and has a hole for hanging it in a convenient spot. A soft edge moves liquids across delicate surfaces. It even has a curved edge for cleaning out bowls.
These Countertop Shelves That Add Kitchen Storage
HYNAWIN Countertop Shelves
Tap into the vertical space in your kitchen by setting these countertop shelves in a corner and elevating the clutter. You can assemble it into the shape you like and put the four metal hooks wherever you want them. “This product is just what I didn’t know I needed!” said one reviewer. “It fits perfectly in the corner and holds pretty heavy containers.”
A Heated Lotion Dispenser
Conair Heated Lotion Dispenser
Lotion is always nice. But heated lotion is a delicious treat that hydrates faster and feels luscious. And this heated lotion dispenser lets you have that treat anytime you like. “I plug it in before I get in the shower and it’s ready to go when I’m done,” said one reviewer. “I hated putting on cold lotion after a shower now, I’m looking forward to putting it on every time.”
These Fur-Lined Glasses Stands
Juvale Eye Glass Holder Stands (2-Pack)
Drop your glasses in one of these fur-lined glass holder stands and you will always be able to find them. They will also come out of the stand cleaner since the fur gently wipes away smudges while protecting the lenses from scratches. This is a two-pack so you can have a stand handy wherever you take your glasses off.
This Solution For Storing The Remore Controls
SITHON Remote Control Organizer
Bring order to the coffee table with this decorative remote control organizer that gives every remote a slot to stand in and looks good doing it. It’s great, too, for glasses, makeup brushes, desk tools, and whatever clutter you want to corral. It comes in 15 colors and patterns.
These Smart Light Bulbs With A 4.6-Star Overall Rating
TP-Link Tapo Smart Light Bulbs (2-Pack)
This pair of smart bulbs are dimmable and compatible with Alexa and Google Home, so you can control them with your voice or the included app. Choose from 16 million colors for a custom look or create a schedule.
The Bathtub Splash Guards That Help Prevent Leaks Outside The Curtain
Blulu 4 pcs Acrylic Bath Tub Splash Guards
These bathtub splash guards — which are made with sleek, durable acrylic — can help prevent leaks beyond the shower curtain. One set includes four corner guards (two for the left side and two for the right side), along with an adhesive that lets you place them at the best location for your specific tub.
The Showerhead That Color Codes Water Temperature
DreamSpa Temperature Controlled Color Changing Handheld Shower
Never step into an icy or too-hot shower again. This temperature-controlled color-changing handheld shower head gives visual cues as to the temperature of the water, going from blue (cold) to red (hot.) Once you see the ideal temperature, step in and enjoy five settings that go from power rain to a mist or pulsing massage. “The hose on this baby moves like a slinky, or a metal snake,” said one reviewer. “[And] no more swiping a hand through the water really quick to see if you'll freeze or burn!”
A Coffee Warmer So Your Beverage Is Always Warm
Misby Coffee Warmer
You pour a coffee, set it on your desk, get caught up in work, take a sip, and find your brew is ice cold. Repeat. Not if you set it on this coffee warmer. That cuppa will always be the perfect temperature no matter how distracted you get. You can choose the temperature you like best and it will shut off when you remove your mug so you don’t have to worry about burning the place down.
This Projector You Can Take Anywhere
ELEPHAS Mini Wi-Fi Projector for iPhone
Turn any situation into a movie-watching experience with this projector that lets you throw a 200-inch image from your phone to the wall of a building, an outdoor screen, or any flat surface. It connects to your phone with a cable or via Wi-Fi and plays whatever content you like. “I connected it to my streaming subscription and now have a huge screen displayed, no TV needed,” said one reviewer.
This Spinning Spice Rack
Allstar Innovations 2-Tier Spice Organizer
Turn your cupboard into a high-functioning spice rack with this spice organizer that spins so you can see what’s in the back. A center spinner lets you keep larger bottles of oil or vinegar handy, too. The shelf height is adjustable. “I can fit almost all of my spices on here and can quickly locate them when needed,” said one reviewer.
This Silky Satin Pillowcase That Includes An Eye Mask & Scrunchie
Satin Pillowcase, Eye Mask, Scrunchie Set by Fenrici, Vegan Silk Pillowcase for Hair and Skin, Gifts for Girls, Teens, Moms, Bridesmaids, Pillowcase and Matching Sleep Set, Standard Size, Blue Ombre
Replacing your current pillowcase with this one, which is made with soft, silky satin, can help prevent friction leading to unwanted hair frizz. Plus, the purchase includes a smooth eyemask made with the same material, along with a satin scrunchie. The set is available in six colors.
This Wall-Mounted Shoe Rack
Lavezee Wall Mounted Shoe Rack
Get your shoes up off the floor and make it easy to put them all away with this wall-mounted shoe rack. Each rack holds up to eight pairs of shoes and this is a two-pack of racks so it will take care of a large shoe collection. It puts each pair in easy sight yet up off the floor.
These Colorful, High-Quality Drinking Glasses Made From Durable Acrylic
SCANDINOVIA Drinking Glasses (Set of 6)
Not only are these colorful drinking glasses made from shiny, durable acrylic — but they’re also safe to clean in the dishwasher. They’re also BPA-free, and one set includes six glasses in different shades including purple, orange, pink, yellow, blue, and green.
This Alarm Clock & Weather Station That Projects
SMARTRO Projection Alarm Clock for Bedrooms with Weather Station
This compact alarm clock and weather station delivers all the information you need at a glance — to the ceiling. It projects the time, indoor and outdoor temperature, and humidity in a soft red wherever you direct the projector so you can start your day on time and dressed for the weather.
These Smart Plugs You Can Control With Your Voice
Kasa Smart Plug (4-Pack)
Since these smart plugs are compatible with Google Home and Alexa, you can program them to be controlled via your voice. Additionally, if you download the Kasa app, you can power them through your phone. The best-selling plugs have well over 42,000 five-star ratings on Amazon.
These Over-The-Door Organizers For Pantries Or Bathrooms
ZOBER Over The Door Pantry Organization (2-Pack)
These over-the-door organizers can help prevent shelf clutter since they include 24 clear pockets each. You can easily hang them in a bathroom for toiletry storage or in a pantry to keep spices, condiments, cooking needs, and more in sight. Plus, the adjustable hooks are made of stainless steel.
This Faux-Suede Bath Mat That Absorbs Water Fast
MontVoo Bath Mat -Rubber Non Slip Quick Dry Super Absorbent Thin -Washable Fit Under Door Bathroom Floor Rug for in Front of Bathtub,Shower Room,Sink (16x24, Brown)
This soft, cushioned bath mat has a faux-suede lining atop spongey, absorbent material that’s able to soak water up in a matter of seconds. Plus, the rubber base is nonslip, which helps keep the mat in place — and it’s available in numerous colors as well as sizes.
* This Clever Way To Store & Display Vinyl
KAIU Vinyl Record Storage Holder - Stacks up to 30 Albums, 7 or 12 inch - Solid Wood Stand with Clear Acrylic Ends - Display Your Singles and LPs in This Modern Portable Rack Unit
Keep your current favorites out on display with this vinyl record storage holder that turns them into a display in your stereo area. Flip through your collection, make it easy to return a disk to its sleeve, and enjoy your music both visually and audibly. The acrylic end pieces keep your albums safe while you flip and the design lets you leave any album cover visible.
This Pan Rack That Organizes Your Cupboard
MUDEELA Pan Organizer Rack
Create order out of that pile of pans in your cupboard by setting this clever pan organizer rack in there. You can adjust the dividers and use it horizontally or vertically. Once you fit it into your space and load your collection into it, getting a pan will never again require that you empty the cupboard to get to the one on the bottom.
These Shelves That Fit 90-Degree Corners
Corner Shelf, Greenco 2-Pack Floating Shelves for Wall, Easy-to-Assemble Wall Mount Corner Shelves for Bedrooms and Living Rooms, 2 Count, White Finish
These easy-to-install shelves arrive with the hardware you’ll need to install them, and they’ll fit in a 90-degree corner of any room. One pack arrives with two shelves that can hold up to 7.7 pounds each. They have a 4.5-star Amazon rating, too.
A Fluffy Down-Alternative Comforter For Less Than $35
Beckham Hotel Collection Full/Queen Size Comforter - 1600 Series Down Alternative Home Bedding & Duvet Insert - Cream
This all-season comforter is filled with a fluffy down alternative, and its box stitching helps keep the plush filling in place. Not to mention, its microfiber lining is fade- and- stain-proof, and it’s machine washable. It’s available in three sizes to suit a variety of bed types, along with 11 colors.
The Mop With A Built-in Spray Bottle
Panda Grips Wet Spray Mop and 2 Washable Microfiber Pads
Cleaning the floors does not have to include a battle with a heavy bucket. You don’t even need to get out a cleaning spray. This spray mop keeps the cleaner ready and mounted on the handle in the integrated spray bottle. So all you have to do is pull the trigger and slide the microfiber mop over the mess. It comes with two mop heads so you always have a clean one handy.
A Sleek Microfiber Bed Skirt With Pleated Corners
HC Collection Gray Queen Bed Skirt - Dust Ruffle w/ 14 Inch Drop - Tailored, Wrinkle & Fade Resistant
This sleek, lightweight bedskirt — which is available in 12 shades — is constructed with soft, brushed microfiber that meets at pleated edges. Thanks to the 14-inch drop height, it’s simple to conceal clutter or seasonal storage. Plus, it has over 23,000 positive ratings.
A Cutting Board Set That Mounts To A Door
Joseph Joseph DoorStore Chop Cutting Board Set
This elegant cutting board set doesn’t leave you to solve the problem of storage. The two boards come with a custom mount that sticks to the inside of a cabinet door so the boards are easy to keep within reach. “The sizes are perfect, the holder is secure, and I can be sure that nothing else is touching them which saves me from having to re-wash a board every time I want to use one,” said one reviewer.
An Expandable Bathtub Tray Made With Bamboo
Bamboo Bathtub Tray - Perfect Expandable Bathtub Caddy with Reading Rack or Tablet Holder, This Premium Bath Tray Includes a Wine Glass Holder
This bathtub tray is built with bamboo that’s resistant to water — and since the construction is expandable, it’s designed to fit various tub sizes. Within the tray, there’s room for a book, candle, glass of wine, and more. Plus, it’s available in four colors including brown, black, natural bamboo, and white.
These Nesting Food Storage Containers
Joseph Joseph Food Storage Containers (10-Piece Set)
This set of food storage containers solves one of the most annoying kitchen problems there is: Where to store the storage containers. These nest into one tidy footprint. They also lock closed to keep food fresh. And the lids are color-coded so you know which one to grab. “Clever,” said one reviewer. “Tiny dots on the bottom of each container indicate the color of the lid that goes with it.”
