Every day, you encounter so many small irritations that drag your mood down. So many of those annoyances, though, are easily erased. Sometimes it takes only the smallest alteration to forever remove something that has bothered you for years entirely from your life. It simply hasn’t occurred to you to eliminate them. But there are brilliant product design people who have thought of everything. And you need these ideas! Here are 55 weird new things on Amazon that are genius-level clever. Use them to smooth the irritations out of your life.
These cups that chill the wine
luxail Freezer Wine Cups (2-Pack)
That moment when you open the fridge and discover there is no cold white wine will never cause disappointment again, now that you have these wine cups in the freezer. A cooling gel in the insulated walls of these stemless wine glasses chills your beverage and keeps it cold as you sip. The silicone band protects your hands from the chill.
The suction hooks that hold everything in the shower
TAILI Stylish Heavy Duty Suction Hooks (2-Pack)
With this pair of heavy-duty suction hooks, you can hang your razor, washcloth, loofah, and whatever else you like to have handy in the shower. You won’t damage the shower walls and they remove easily if you need to move them. And they will hold up to 11 pounds. They come in a variety of shapes and colors.
A better way to feed the cats
Elevated Cat Ceramic Bowls Stand for Food and Water, Small Dog, Anti Vomit, Indoor cats, Tilted Feeding Position, Full Bamboo Body Stand with Food Grade, Whisker Friendly Dish for Cats and Puppy
Pamper your pet with these elevated ceramic bowls that are more ergonomic than eating off the floor. Lifting the bowls to a more comfortable height prevents choking and vomiting and creates a fine dining experience for your pet. These are sized for cats, kittens, and small dogs.
This oil sprayer that also pours
JULEHUI Oil Sprayer for Cooking
Use the right amount of oil and distribute it evenly in the pan or on your food with this genius oil sprayer that also pours. The glass carafe is pretty and handy. And the big handle makes it easy to grab. Press the button to spray a fine mist of oil or open the stopper to pour it. It comes in five colors.
The adorable canine oven mitts
OTOTO Hot-Dog Oven Mitts
Wrap your hands up in the quilted safety of these adorable hot-dog oven mitts and you will be safe from the oven and hot pans while creating a sight gag for guests that will make everyone laugh. The protection wraps around the pan so you won’t get burned and the cute design is irresistible.
A rotating faucet improvement
IDB 1080 Degree Multifunctional Rotatable Faucet Aerator - Universal Swivel Faucet Extender - Durable Splash Proof - For Kitchen and Bathroom Sink
This clever rotatable faucet aerator transforms your sink into a much more useful water-delivery system. Turn the faucet up so you can grab a sip of H2O or wash your face. Turn it down to wash your hands. Spin it around to get the sink clean.
The makeup bag that you never unpack
Lay-n-Go Cosmo Drawstring Cosmetic & Makeup Bag Organizer
This drawstring bag is the best makeup bag you will find. Open it up and spread out all your gear while you get ready. When you are ready to hit the road, gather it closed, and toss it in your suitcase. It comes in 31 colors and patterns.
These cute animal storage baskets
Prosumers Choice Rabbit Shaped Open Storage Bin - Woven Wicker Basket, Safari Bins Nursery Décor - Creative Organizer for Home - Decorative Serving Basket - 12x6 inches (Light Brown)
If you are setting a basket on a shelf or table to hold fruit, toys, or other items, make it this adorable rabbit-shaped open storage bin. It works hard and looks super cute doing it. There are five animal shapes to choose from so you could create an entire animal display as a storage solution.
These hefty in-car headrest hooks
Amelity Car Hooks for Headrest (2-Pack)
These car hooks are so brilliantly designed that you will think they are part of the car’s original styling. Loop the leather-like material over the headrests to install two hefty and stylish hooks that blend into your upholstery. Now you have a place to put your bag, groceries, and road trip supplies. The hooks will also hold a phone or tablet so passengers (or rowdy kids) can enjoy hands-free entertainment.
The best rope light for camping & life
Power Practical Portable LED Rope Light Lantern
This clever LED light rope in a bag is the perfect lighting solution for camping and so many other things. Attach the rope to the tent. Mount it to a tree. Or carry the bag as a lantern. It has built-in magnets that make mounting it easy and it comes with noodle ties and a remote control.
These cabinet organizer shelves that are so versatile
SONGMICS Cabinet Organizer Shelves (Set of 3)
This set of three organizer shelves is the perfect way to create more accommodating storage in your cupboards or on your counters. The shelves nest and stack so you can arrange them into whatever configuration suits your space. And they look pretty enough to set out in the open. They come in two colors.
The pet hair remover that works
Chom Chom Detailer Tool- Scraper for Pet Hair Remover and Lint - ChomChom Cat and Dog Hair Remover for Furniture, Couch, Carpet, Clothing and Bedding - Portable, Multi-Surface Fur Removal Tool
When your furry roommate leaves a blanket of fur on the couch, car seat, or bed, pull out the Chom Chom detailer tool. It gets into those hard-to-reach areas and pulls out the fur so you don’t go into the world wearing it on your pants. It will even reach into plush fabric and pull out embedded fur.
These pots that water your plants
Hallops Self Watering Planter (7/6.5/6/5.5/5 Inch) - 5 Pots with Saucers - Garden Plant Pots with Easy Bottom Holes for Healthy Flowers, Herbs, and House Plants for Indoor with Drainage - Green
This five-pack of self-watering pots with saucers will help you stay ahead of the demanding hydration needs of your green housemates. Add water to the inlet and it will give the plant’s roots a drink from below. That way the plant stays watered, the roots don’t sit in water, and you don’t come home from a busy week to dead houseplants.
This decanter that improves the wine
Le Chateau Large Elegant Red Wine Decanter - Hand Blown, Lead-Free Crystal Glass Wine Carafe & Wine Aerator - Full Bottle (750ml) Wine Gifts & Wine Accessories
Whether you buy your wine in a box, big jug, or finely corked bottle, serve it from this elegant red wine decanter so the flavor — rather than the container — is the focus. It aerates the wine as you pour it, improving the wine’s flavor by infusing it with the optimal amount of air. The hand-blown crystal also looks beautiful on your table.
The perfect camping & emergency lantern
Glocusent Survival Camping Lantern
This versatile camping lantern will light your way in the wilderness or through a power outage in any of its five brightnesses, and three lighting modes. It is waterproof, drop-proof, and easy to hang, carry, or stand. An emergency mode lets you use it if your car breaks down. “Can't believe how amazing this little lantern is,” said one reviewer. “I'm buying another.”
This tool for cleaning screens without removing them
MyLifeUNIT Mesh Screen Cleaner
When your windows look messy and hazy, pull out this mesh screen cleaner and give the screens a good scrub. The sponge scrubber is designed to clean screens — reaching into the holes — without removing them from the windows. You can use the long handle to reach high screens or the handle on the back for up-close work.
A better way to make ice
LCDEXA Ice Cube Tray with Lid & Bin
Put away those annoying ice cube trays and upgrade to this clever ice cube tray that does all the work for you. Pull out the stopper and fill it up. Then freeze it. When you want ice, press down on it to release all the ice at once and dispense the cubes through the spout.
The travel wipes you can flush
Wipe That Tush On-The-Go Flushable Wet Wipes (30 Wipes)
Drop a few of these flushable wet wipes into your everyday carry so you can get clean wherever you go. Each wipe is individually wrapped and the cloth is big and soft. There is nothing infused into them that will irritate your skin and you can drop them into the toilet and flush. “Super easy to carry around to the gym, work, or while traveling,” said one reviewer.
A charging dock for your Steam Deck
Anker Docking Station for Steam Deck/ROG Ally
Charge your Steam Deck while you play by setting it into this docking station that holds it at the perfect viewing angle, speeds up gameplay, and has every possible input. Connect a mouse, keyboard, game controller, and more while you play at lightning speed. “It couldn't be simpler to set up,” said one reviewer. “Within seconds, your Deck screen goes blank and your gaming experience goes from 900p to 2160p!”
This in-shower phone holder
Lamicall Shower Phone Holder
You don’t have to give up showering because you are playing a game you can’t put down. Bring your phone in there with you and put it in this phone holder that mounts to the shower wall, keeps your phone dry, and lets you use the touch screen while you lather up.
A big ravioli that’s a spoon rest
Genuine Fred SAUCED UP Ravioli Spoon Rest
There is no reason you can’t blend whimsical with practicality and this ravioli spoon rest proves it. Set your dripping sauce spoon on this big, fluffy ravioli, and the spills will make it look even tastier. Don’t eat it, though. It’s made of silicone.
A portable fire pit for fast camp fires
City Bonfires Portable Fire Pit
Next time you take a picnic to the beach or head into the wilderness, bring this ready-made portable fire pit along so you can roast marshmallows and enjoy staring into the flames without struggling with wet wood in the dark. Made with nontoxic soy wax, it requires only a lighter to get started and you can put it out by covering the flames with the lid.
The monster-themed pasta tool
OTOTO Pasta Spoon & Cheese Grater
This adorable pasta spoon and cheese grater is everything you need for pasta night. It’s a cute kitchen companion that looks like a one-eyed monster. It helps you swirl spaghetti so you can serve a delicious dollop onto your plate. And then it grates the cheese.
This magnetic phone holder for your big water bottle
eSamcore for Stanley Cup Magnetic Phone Holder
If you always have a water bottle and phone with you, this magnetic phone holder helps those two things work together to become more than the sum of their parts. Strap it to your water bottle and use it to carry that bottle, mount your phone to it, or stick the bottle to a metal gym equipment. “So convenient and versatile,” said one reviewer.
A storage system for the Dyson Airwrap
MyLifeUNIT Storage Holder for Dyson Airwrap
If you invested in a Dyson Airwrap, you need this storage holder. Mount the pieces to the wall or use it on a countertop to create permanent homes for all the accessories and the main unit. The six rotating slots are designed to perfectly fit the attachments and there is a rack for the Airwrap and its cord.
This lighted “Breathing Buddha” for guided meditation
Mindsight 'Breathing Buddha' Guided Visual Meditation Tool
Need a moment of calm? Tap this guided visual meditation tool and follow the changing light colors with your breath. It provides a visual map for your daily meditation practice or can be used in a moment to lessen stress and help you find calm. When you aren’t using it, it’s a cute decoration.
A slanted salad bowl for beautiful meals
Bruntmor Ceramic Porcelain Salad Bowls - Angled Bowls Ceramic for Salad, Noodle, Pasta, Cereal, Soup - Kitchen Bowl, Ideal for Home and Restaurant - 8.3'' & 6'' - Set of 2 - White
These salad bowls transform whatever food you put in them into beautiful, appealing meals. The angled shapes are fun to eat from, too. The set of two bowls in 8- and 6-inch sizes stack beautifully in your cupboards and go into the dishwasher without a problem.
This NASA space suit for your phone
PHOOZY Apollo II Thermal Phone Case with AGION Lining and Keyring - AS SEEN ON Shark Tank - Insulated Cold Weather Case Extends Battery Life, Prevents Freezing, Drop Proof. (Large - Silver)
If you are heading out into extreme weather, pack your phone into this thermal phone case before you leave it in a car or out in the sun at the beach. The NASA-engineered thermal fabric was originally designed for spacesuits and will protect your phone from overheating or keep it warm in the cold. It also provides drop protection and will float if dropped into water.
A slender & elegant dispenser bottle
Molimoli Olive Oil Dispenser Bottle for Kitchen, Automatic Pourer, Glass Bottle Dispenser for Kitchen, Olive Oil Cruet, Glass Olive Olive Bottle | Set of 2 - Silver
Put all your oils, vinegars, and condiments into this slender, minimalist dispenser bottle so they line up in your cupboard, look beautiful, and store easily. The pour spouts make it easy to dispense everything and the set comes with labels so you know what’s what. This is a pack of two. Choose from gold or silver spouts.
The magnetic wristband for executing home repairs
MagSnap Magnetic Wristband by Wrap-It Storage - Wrist Magnet Tool Belt and Screw Holder - Great Tool Gift for Dad
Next time you head up a ladder or into a cramped space to execute repairs, strap on this magnetic wristband, and attach all the nuts, bolts, and small tools you need to it to forestall frustration. Instead of spilling a bowl of screws from the top of the ladder, everything you need will be on your wrist.
This coat rack that disappears
Hallops Retractable Hook - Black Coat Rack Wall Mount - 15.7 x 2.3 in Metal Hardwood Base with 5 Folding Coat Hooks - Space-Saving Design Coat Hangers Ideal for Small Living Spaces Holds up to 5lbs
Use this coat rack to create order in your entryway, bathroom, or closet. The slick, low-profile style hides until you are ready to hang something from it. Then open a hook and hang a jacket, towel, or keys. “It looks like a metal decoration on the wall,” said one reviewer. “People are surprised when I pull down a hook and hang up their coat or purse.”
These adorable potted plants
Der Rose Faux Succulent Plants (3-Pack)
These faux succulent plants create a cute display of cartoonish humor on a desk, shelf, or windowsill. Or choose from three other pot options that are simple and decorative. The plants will never die and don’t need any attention from you. “The perfect addition to our bathroom and they look incredibly realistic,” said one reviewer.
A dog bed for humans
Bedsure Human Dog Bed
If you have ever eyed a sleeping dog and wished you could curl up in a comfy, fuzzy, memory foam bed like that in front of the fire, this is the human dog bed you have been looking for. The cozy shag envelopes you in soft, fuzzy warmth while a layer of memory foam helps you drift off to sleep. Your dog will probably join you. It comes in three sizes and nine colors.
The lunch bag that’s stylish & functional
Fit & Fresh Lunch Bag
Pack your lunch in style with the lunch bag designed for adult lunches. The cinch closure and easy-grab handles are easy to work with and it comes with two lunch containers that fit into it, have snap lids, and are pleasant to eat out of. It insulates your meal for hours.
The clever way to store bagels
Touch Up Cup Bagel Fresh Bagel Keeper
With this bagel keeper in the house, you will not have to race through the bagels in order to eat them before they get stale. The airtight container, shaped perfectly for bagels, keeps them fresh for days. It works well for muffins, too. And it makes it easy to cart these treats to a party or event.
The bag that bakes potatoes in the microwave
MyLifeUNIT Microwave Potato Bag
Baked potatoes are a delicious snack or side dish. But they take so long to cook, you probably don’t eat them that often. This potato bag turns this treat into fast food. The chart on the side tells you how many minutes to microwave the number of potatoes you want. It is great for cooking corn and sweet potatoes quickly, too,
This tablet mount for in-car entertainment
Lamicall Tablet Holder for Car Headrest
Upgrade your car without getting a new one by mounting this tablet holder to the headrest. Lock a tablet into it and you now have removable in-car video entertainment. When there is no one to entertain in the back seat, you can use it as a hook for your bag. “Got me through a 6-hour car trip with my grandkids,” said one reviewer. “Didn’t hear, ‘Are we there yet?’ once.”
The MagSafe battery backup that does everything
BLAVOR MagSafe Portable Charger
Snap this portable charger to the back of your MagSafe-capable iPhone and it will charge up the phone as you use it. When your Apple Watch needs a charge, you can snap it to the back of the charger, too, and charge up your entire rig. Or use that back magnet to attach a wallet, ring holder, or other MagSafe accessory. It has integrated cords for Lightning ports and USB-C, too.
A cute rabbit toast tong
OTOTO Bernie Bunny Toaster Tongs
Keep this cute bunny near the toaster so you never burn your fingers again. It looks cute and those long ears are toaster tongs, ready to grab a piece of toast out of the toaster or oven and drop it on your plate. It stands on its own and is willing to pick up olives, cheesy snacks, or anything you don’t want to touch.
This dog toy that you can fill with treats
WEST PAW Zogoflex Toppl Treat Dispensing Dog Toy Puzzle
Load this dog toy puzzle with treats and let your pup spend the day trying to solve it to get those tasty snacks out of the toy and into their tummy. It’s fun to chase, chew, and play with, and — eventually — the prize is worth it. It’s a great way to slow fast eaters down, too. It comes in three sizes and three colors.
The perfect cross-body wallet that holds your phone
EASTNIGHTS Small Crossbody Phone Bag
When your pants have no pockets and all you need to carry is your phone and a way to pay for things, this crossbody phone bag is perfect. With a kisslock-close pouch for your phone and an attached wallet, it carries the basics hands-free. When carrying a bigger bag, remove the cross-body strap and toss it in. It comes in eight colors.
This potted plant that’s an essential oil diffuser
Earnest Living Essential Oil Diffuser
Is this artificial succulent a bit of faux plant decor? Or is it an essential oil diffuser? It’s both! And it has a lighted color-changing base — with 14 colors — that makes it even cooler. Fill it with water, add some essential oil, and turn it on to fill your space with calming, healing, or energizing scents.
This spinning fidget toy
Desk-Fidget-Kinetic-Toy
If you have to keep your hands busy to focus, this desk-fidget is a great way to do that. Spin the ball and watch the optical illusion. It comes in two sizes and 16 colors so you could fill a bowl with these and give yourself an infinite number of fidgeting options.
A collapsing insulated bowl that you can bring anywhere
HYDAWAY Collapsible Insulated Bowl with Lid - 1.5 Cups (360ml), Silicone I Small Collapsible Bowls for Camping, RV, Hiking, Backpacking & Travel, Portable, Collapse to 1-inch, Spill-Proof & Steel Rim
Pack along this collapsible insulated bowl next time you go camping or on a road trip. You will be able to whip up a quick breakfast or snack that will stay warm or cold inside the insulated sleeve, which also protects your hands from the hot contents. It packs flat into the sleeve to make carrying it easy. It even has a lid. It comes in four patterns.
This tiny view master
Worlds Smallest View Master
Remember these cute toys that showed photos through a viewing window? Here is a micro version of it. The world's smallest view master is a fun, retro toy that works like the original and comes with a tiny viewing reel. It is part of an adorable range of tiny, retro toys that include a little Magic 8-ball and tiny Rock ‘Em Sock ‘Em robots.
The cable ties that organize all of your wires
Self-Gripping Cable Ties by Wrap-It Storage, Multi-Color, 12 Inch Straps (20-pack) – Reusable Hook and Loop Cord Organizer Cable Ties for Cord Management and Desk or Office Organization
Bring fast, colorful order to that snarl of power cords, charging cables, and other wires that have become impossible to deal with by wrapping each one up in these self-gripping cable ties. It’s easier than rubber bands and lets you create tidy bundles of whatever wires you have. This is a pack of 20 and each one stays attached to the cord for easy re-wrapping.
This drinking game that comes with shots
MEANT2TOBE Spin The Shot - Drinking Games for Adults - 2"x7.8"x4" - Spin The Bottle - Shot Glass Spinner for Unbeatable Fun - Engaging Game Night Experience - 2 Grey Spinners and 2 Glass Shots
Ready for a fun drinking game? Drop a shot glass into this shot glass spinner and give it a whirl. When it stops, it points to a member of your party making it their turn to drink! It’s like playing Russian Roulette except it is a lot more fun for the loser. It comes with two shot glasses. “It's like spin the bottle but with shots,” said one five-star reviewer. “These are a hit!!”
The best way to scoop leaves
Garden Guru Leaf Scoops Rake Claws, Ergonomic, Large Hand Held Garden Rakes for Fast & Easy Leaf and Lawn Grass Snow Removal
After you rake all the leaves into a neat pile, how do you get that pile into the trash bags? These leaf scoops! Grab the handle and they turn your hands into leaf-grabbing shovels and give you leaf-lifting superpowers. That job is so easy now and your hands are safe from stabby twigs and biting bugs.
These ice trays for big cubes
Round Ice Cube Maker - Silicone Ice Ball Mold Tray - Whiskey Ice Ball Mold, Circle, Sphere & Square Shaped Ice Ball Maker For Whiskey, Cocktail And Other Liquor Drinks - Home Accessories Black
When you are sipping a craft cocktail or an excellent whiskey, a large ice cube is the perfect way to elevate that drink. This ice ball mold is the perfect tool for creating that big ice cube. These two silicone ice trays create large round ice as well as large square ice so you can discover your preference for every cocktail you make.
A pan that makes tiny brownies
Beasea Brownie Pan
This nonstick, carbon steel brownie pan makes perfect, crispy brownies every time and allows you to skip the slicing step. The small squares create the perfect little cake, cookie, or brownie that is easy to remove and sized for healthy snacking. “Everyone loves the edges on brownies and this gives you four edges on every brownie!” said one reviewer.
This padlock for the fridge
Urban August Multifunctional Cable Lock
If you have a fridge you need to lock, this cable lock is the tool to do it. It stops anyone from opening a French door fridge or side-by-side cabinet doors. “I use this for my beer fridge in my garage,” said one reviewer. “But this would also be great for double-door beverage coolers for hotels, colleges, hospitals, schools, etc.”
An easy-to-pack utensil set
Prosumer's Choice 6-Piece Wooden Travel Cutlery Bamboo Set with Travel Case - Reusable Flatware Including Spoon, Fork, and Knives - Portable Utensil for Outdoor Camping, Outing, Hiking, & Picnic
If you pack your lunch or travel often and want to avoid using plastic cutlery, stash this wooden travel cutlery set into your kit. It includes a complete set of cutlery — including chopsticks and a straw — all wrapped up in a tidy package. There is even a brush to make cleaning the straw easy.
These collar extenders for shirts that are too tight
Comfy Clothiers Collar Extenders (3-Pack)
You don’t have to donate your shirts when the collars are too tight. This three-pack of collar extenders fixes that easily and discreetly. Snug the shirt’s button into the stretchy end and use the button piece to button your shirt. It adds an inch to the diameter of your collar. “Not only did my shirt and tie look great,” said one reviewer. “But I actually had fun [...], because I didn't feel like I was choking!”
A big pack of spa-like eye treatments
grace & stella Award Winning Under Eye Mask (24 Pairs)
Infused with niacinamide, glycerin, hyaluronic acid, and green tea leaf extracts to hydrate and restore your under-eye area, these eye treatment gels will take you from tired to fresh in less than 20 minutes. This is a package of 24 blue pairs. Many reviewers love these so much that they use them daily.
This trick for turning a bottle into a lamp
SOUDFK Wireless Bottle Lamp
You do not have to throw away the empty bottle that excellent whiskey that you paid too much money for came in. Turn it into a lighting fixture by sticking this wireless bottle lamp into the neck. Since it’s also a stopper, you don’t have to wait till the whiskey is gone. It comes in 13 shade colors and you can choose from three lighting colors.
