There are an abundance of brilliant but weird things on Amazon. Things that solve strangely specific issues that we all have. And the best weird but brilliant things tend to get popular on the e-tailer like these 50 things have.
Have trouble regulating your own screen time? Secure your phone up in this timer-activated lock box. Can’t find your front door’s keyhole in the dark? Brighten it up with this motion sensor light. No matter what you’re looking for, here are 50 weird but brilliant things trending on Amazon right now.
These easy-to-use wine filters that remove sulfites
PureWine Red Wand Filters Histamines and Sulfites - May Reduce and Alleviate Wine Allergies & Sensitivities - Purifier Aerates Wine Restore Taste & Purity - Includes Wine Glass Charm Accessory
Drink wine without the next day headaches and hangovers when you have these filters. Just stick the wand into your glass of wine, stir it around for three minutes, and it removes histamines and sulfites to alleviate common day-after side effects. The wands also revive bottles that have been opened for a few days, making them really handy.
This stone bathmat that’s nonslip & super absorbent
malu Stone Bath Mat
Not only is this stone bathmat modern and gorgeous, but it also completely absorbs water in just 60 seconds to keep your bathroom floors puddle-free. It comes with a reinforced anti-slip bottom to make sure you can get out of the shower safely, and the sleek stone naturally prevents bacteria buildup.
These ultra-hydrating foot masks that soothe dry skin
Dr. Scholl's Dry, Cracked Skin Ultra-Hydrating Foot Masks (3-Pack)
In just 30 minutes, these masks hydrate your feet to soothe, repair, and soften dry or cracked skin. They’re packed with hydrating ingredients like shea butter, hyaluronic acid, macadamia oil, and essential oils. Just slip your feet into the pre-moisturized booties, relax for half an hour, and then take them off to reveal restored and healed feet.
A bracelet closure tool to put on jewelry without assistance
Miles Kimball Bracelet Closure Tool
Be your own helping hand when you put on a bracelet with this closure tool. Just secure the rubber-ended mouth around the clasp of your bracelet to keep it in place while you use your other hand to attach it. It’s that simple. This tool is truly one of those brilliant inventions you don’t realize you need until you see it.
A magnetic cat that holds your wireless earbuds
atHand Magnetic Cat Earbud Holder
This standing cat isn’t just runway ready with its epic pose, but it also holds your wireless earbuds so you always know where they are. It’s compatible with AirPods 1 and 2, and uses a magnetic design to balance your earbuds in its hands, so they’re always there waiting for you.
An insulated cup sleeve that keeps your drinks cold
Sok It Java Sok Insulated Cup Sleeve
This insulated sleeve wraps around your iced coffee, Diet Coke, sweet tea, or any 30- to 32-ounce cup to keep it cold way longer. It comes in a ton of quirky and fun designs and features reinforced stitching to avoid tearing and stretching. Plus, it also soaks up condensation to keep your hands dry while you’re drinking.
This pumice stone that’s a bathroom cleaning game changer
Powerstone Pumice Cleaner
This pumice stone is so tough on marks, gunk, grime, and build-up that your bathroom will look cleaner than ever. The long-lasting, chemical-free, and mildly abrasive stone won’t scrape or damage your tub, tile, sink, or toilet bowl, and it features a long, easy-to-hold handle for seamless maneuvering. Bonus: it comes with a vented storage container.
This makeup eraser cloth that only needs water to work
Makeup Eraser The Original Erase All Makeup
Remove lipstick, eyeliner, foundation, and even waterproof mascara when you have this makeup eraser cloth. And all you need to do is add water. It’s as simple as that. The double-sided cloth has one super soft side to cleanse and one gently rougher side to exfoliate. And it’s machine-washable to easily clean.
This space-saving charger with 3 different cables
LISEN 60W/3.5A Multi Charging Cable
This space saving cable lets you charge three devices with only one wire. It has a USB-C, Lightning, and Micro USB cable that can charge your Apple and Android devices in about 30 minutes. Plus, the super durable, stretch-resistant wire can expand up to 3.6 feet, so you always have access to your charger.
These rechargeable hand warmers with 3 temperatures
hiafive Rechargeable Hand Warmers (2-Pack)
Keep your hands and toes warm no matter where you are when you have these rechargeable hand warmers. It features three temperature modes — 95-107 degrees, 104-118 degrees, and 118-130 degrees. On just one charge, the hand warmers can keep your fingers and toes toasty for up to 10 hours. This pair of warmers also won’t overcharge, overheat, or short circuit, so you can warm up safely.
An egg yolk separator that looks like a fun basketball hoop
OTOTO Dunk N' Egg Yolk Separator
Who says you can’t play with your food? This basketball hoop makes egg yolk separating fun. Just mount the basket on the edge of a bowl or cup, crack the egg into the net, and watch as the egg whites seep through the holes into the bowl and the yolk stays put.
This timer box that puts your phone behind lock & key
ySky Portable Timer Phone Lock Box
Having trouble detaching from your phone? Keep it inside this lock box. It has a built-in timer you can set to anytime from 30 minutes to 99 hours and 59 minutes, locking your phone — screen facing up or down — until you’re ready for it again. Plus there’s a hole to charge your device while it’s locked up.
These soap pouches that lather & exfoliate
ZOMCHI Soap Bags (2 Pieces)
Not only do these soap pouches lather up in the most satisfying way, but they also help make sure you use every last bit of your soap — no matter how small — and you can combine multiple smaller pieces into one bag to save some money. Each one in this two-pack is made of high-quality nylon that foams, exfoliates, and dries super quickly. Plus it has a built-in loop so you can hang to store.
A rechargeable lighter that’s flameless & wind-proof
【Upgraded】 Dual Arc Electric Candle Lighter Rechargeable USB Lighter Plasma Arc Lighters for Candle (Obsidian Black)
Whether you’re camping or looking for a safer way to light your candles, check out this rechargeable lighter. It’s flameless and has an 7.6-inch long wand to protect your fingers from any accidents. Unlike many candle lighters, this one has two electrical arcs to efficiently light a fire, but it’s still windproof, odor-free, and has a safety switch to keep little ones safe.
A supreme moisturizer that looks & smells like banana
TONYMOLY Magic Food Banana Hand Milk
This super effective moisturizer not only comes in a banana-shaped container but also smells like fresh banana bread. Packed with banana extract, milk protein, coconut oil, shea butter and more, the moisturizer hydrates and absorbs quickly without leaving a sticky residue.
A fidget toy that doubles as a functional pen
VYWmna Fidget Pen
This pen comes with all kinds of detachable magnetic parts so you can fidget while you work. It has two different-sized styluses, a pen, and a ton of pieces that can shape shift into whatever you want — a chair, a sword, a dog, you name it — just have fun.
An 8-in-1 face mask that works in 10 minutes
SKIN1004 Zombie Pack
This wildly popular mask is so hydrating, you won’t believe it. Just mix the powder and liquid, apply evenly on your face, and after 10 minutes and it will harden all over your skin to reveal the areas that need extra attention and hydration — some places will crack and some will get rough depending on what your skin needs. After you remove the mask with warm water, your pores will be tightened and your skin moisturized.
This super strong tape that keeps your rugs in their place
iPrimio NeverCurl Double Sided Extra Thick Rug Tape
This tape is extra thick and durable, so attach it to the bottom of your area rugs to keep them from curling and slipping. The tape won’t leave any sticky residue on your floor or rugs and is designed to work on wood, laminate, vinyl, tiles, concrete, and more.
These best-selling & super narrow brushes that clean little crevices
Koxuky Crevice Cleaning Brush (3 Pieces)
With a sturdy handle and hard, narrow bristles, these brushes can get into the tiniest crevices and corners for super easy cleaning. These are great for scrubbing between keyboard keys, around your faucet, behind sink drains, in gaps in the window frames — you name it. Plus each has an easy-to-use ergonomic handle so you can easily maneuver the bristles around tough-to-reach spots.
This powerful foot & hand scrub with over 33,000 5-star ratings
M3 Naturals Superfood Exfoliating Body Scrub & Face Scrub Organic Aloe Collagen Shea Butter Stem Cell Cellulite Remover & Stretch Mark Remover Sugar Scrub Body Exfoliator Men & Women 12oz
Filled with nourishing aloe, soothing coconut oil, and a ton of other organic, healing ingredients, this sugar body scrub really packs a punch. Just gently scrub onto your skin while you’re in the bath or shower, and watch as this exfoliates to reveal smooth, hydrated, and glowing skin.
This compact hammer that’s also 11 other handy tools
RAK Multitool Hammer
This clever hammer is anything but basic. Sure, it’s a functional hammer, but why stop there. it’s also pliers, a wire cutter, nail claw, screwdriver, serrated knife, bottle opener, nail file and way more. In fact, this 7-inch tool has 12 different functions. It’s made of super strong stainless steel and is great for at home or while camping.
This sturdy hook that hangs bananas to reduce bruising
Gadjit Banana Hook Hanger
Keep bananas fresher and bruise-free longer when you store them on this hook. It mounts to the bottom of your kitchen cabinet with screws or adhesive tape making it great for renters or owners who want to save space in the kitchen. Plus, when not in use the hook folds up to be totally out of sight.
A powerful shoe cleaner with over 24,000 5-star ratings
Pink Miracle Shoe Cleaner Kit
Dubbed the “miracle shoe cleaner,” this concentrated cleanser is a blend of saddle soap and essential oils to clean washable leathers, vinyl, suede, canvas, cloth, and more. Just a dime-sized drop on the included brush is enough to get your shoes looking as good as the day you bought them.
This egg cutter with 3 easy slice modes
Egg Slicer for Hard Boiled Eggs - 3 Slice Modes, Handy Heavy Duty Stainless Steel Egg Cutter - Kitchen Dicer for Strawberry, Mushroom, Grape, Cherry Tomato (White)
If you’re a hard boiled egg enthusiast, this slicer was basically made for you. It features three different cutting modes, depending on how you want to eat your eggs — diced, wedged, or sliced horizontally, making this great for everything from egg salad to deviled eggs. And the dicing option comes with an attached container to collect the egg pieces with ease.
This silicone body brush that exfoliates & improves blood circulation
Avilana Exfoliating Silicone Body Scrubber
This body brush features one side of flexible silicone bristles that exfoliate and scrub to improve blood circulation and reveal glowing skin. Because silicone is non-absorbent, it’s easy to clean and remove built-up soap to stay super sanitary. And, it features a built-in loop to hang store between uses.
This clever burger holder to eat mess-free
AGOBE Original Burger Holder
Tired of watching your burgers fall apart after the first bite? You need this burger holder. The rounded base has an adjustable thickness from 1.5 to 3 inches, depending on the size of your burger and keeps everything in place for mess-free eating. Plus, it’s dishwasher-safe for a super easy clean.
A teeth whitening pen for a brighter smile in 7 to 10 days
Cali White Vegan Teeth WHITENING Pen
See your smile get two to eight shades brighter in just seven to 10 days with this whitening pen. Just swipe the brush over your teeth, let it dry for 60 seconds, and there you have it. This pen removes coffee, wine, tea, cigarette, and other surface stains. It’s safe on sensitive teeth and enamel so you can whiten without worry.
This grabber tool that can pick up even the tiniest things
EZPIK® Folding Grabber Tool 43 Inch +Magnets - Extra Long Handled Reacher Grabber Pickup Tool - Heavy Duty Grabber Reacher Tool for Elderly - Trash Picker Grabber Heavy Duty with Rotating Head
This clever tool has a super long and extendable handle to easily grab things from between appliances, under the couch, or other hard-to-reach spots. It can hold up to 6 pounds and features anti-slip jaws and a sensitive trigger in the handle to make picking up and putting down easier than ever.
This onion core cutter to make fried onion appetizers at home
The Original Cook's Choice Onion Blossom Maker Set
Make your favorite chain restaurant appetizer at home when you have this onion slicer. Simply put a peeled onion inside the slicer then cut it along the pre-partitioned lines and there you have it — an onion bloom ready for frying and enjoying. It also works on apples, oranges, bell peppers — you name it.
This adorable ring holder that’s shaped like a dinosaur
PUDDING CABIN Dinosaur Ring Holder
Slide your rings onto the neck of this brachiosaurus dinosaur to keep them secure and in one place. Made of super high-quality ceramic, the ring holder will not only create a go-to spot for your favorite jewelry but also look adorable while doing it. It’s perfect for your nightstand, bathroom, desk — you name it.
This carbonated clay mask that foams to cleanse & exfoliate
Elizabeth Mott Carbonated Bubble Clay Mask
People can’t get enough of this carbonated clay mask. After applying, it foams on your face to reach deep into pores to deeply clean your face. The millions of bubbles remove dirt and bacteria to deep clean your pores and reveal gorgeous, glowing skin.
A digital meat thermometer with a built-in temperature guide
KIZEN Digital Meat Thermometer
This meat thermometer is a must-have whether you’re a grill master or total newbie. It’s waterproof and has a built-in temperature reference chart. It gives you a read in just three seconds on the backlit screen, so you always see the temperature no matter when you cook — day or night.
A drawstring makeup bag that looks like a little cat
Openhahaha Drawstring Cat Makeup Bag
This adorable cat makeup bag will have all your friends asking, “where did you get that?” It has a 3D cat face and an extra large drawstring opening that allows you to see everything inside the bag, so you don’t have to go digging around for your favorite mascara. It even has a little tail for the full effect.
This oversized blanket that’s super plush & warm
Waitu Wearable Blanket
Available in dozens of colors, this super oversized hoodie blanket is your new go-to accessory for home. It has a huge hood, a massive front pocket, and double sided flannel fabric that’s wildly warm, plush, and soft while still saying breathable. Plus, it’s machine-washable so you can clean without losing the coziness.
- Available sizes: Adult
- Available colors: 39
These fairy string lights with 16 vibrant color modes
Twinkle Star USB Fairy String Lights
Elevate your backyard, bedroom, living room — you name it — when you decorate with these fairy string lights. Remote operated from up to 16 feet away, they have 16 color-changing options, four color modes, and four timers. They’re waterproof and safe to use indoors and outdoors, and they plug into the wall via USB.
These expandable spice racks to organize your pantry shelves
Spicy Shelf Deluxe - Expandable Spice Rack and Stackable Cabinet & Pantry Organizer (1 Set of 2 Shelves) - As seen on TV Deluxe (Spicy Shelf Organizer)
Get your pantry or cabinets into great shape when you have these expandable spice racks. The two-tiered racks are U-shaped, so you can always see what spices you have and how much is left. These stackable pieces can hold up to 40 pounds — that’s a lot of herbs — and have room for about 64 traditionally-sized spice jars.
This cute sponge holder that looks like a little bed
OTOTO Kitchen Sponge Holder
Put your sponge to bed when you’re not using it with this sponge holder. The sponge sits on a gridded base that allows it to air out and dry faster, and the whole thing is raised above the countertop to keep your space clean and mess-free. It has a nonslip base, it’s corrosion-proof, and — best of all — it’s the cutest.
A super warm beanie with a built-in rechargeable headlight
Etsfmoa Rechargeable Lighted Beanie
Keep your head warm and see what you’re doing in the dark when you’re wearing this beanie. It features a rechargeable LED light with three adjustable brightness settings built into the forehead of the cap. It has eight hours of battery life on a single charge, and the one-size-fits-all beanie is made of super warm and breathable fabric.
- Available sizes: One size
- Available colors: 38
A pocket microscope with 60x and 120x magnification
Carson Pocket Microscope
Create a science experiment anywhere you go when you plop this mini microscope in your pocket or purse. Handheld and portable, the 3.5-inch tall microscope has 60x and 120x magnification for a super accurate and in-depth view of whatever is underneath — from everyday objects to prepared slides.
This motion sensor light that mounts above your door’s keyhole
Deeirao Motion Sensor Keyhole Light
If you’ve ever had to take out your phone’s flashlight to unlock your front door at night, you need to check out this keyhole light. It mounts directly onto the door above the lock with adhesive tape, and it features motion sensor to automatically turn on when it senses you’re trying to unlock your door., sparing your hands.
This rotating, restaurant-quality waffle maker with a built-in drip tray
BELLA Classic Rotating Non-Stick Belgian Waffle Maker, Perfect 1" Thick Waffles, PFOA Free Non Stick Coating & Removable Drip Tray for Easy Clean Up, Browning Control, Black
Treat yourself to perfectly cooked Belgian waffles whenever you want when you have this nonstick waffle maker. It has a rotating base and nine browning control settings to evenly cook the batter for a delicious waffle every single time. It even has a built-in drop catcher to keep your counters mess free.
This super hydrating serum made of snail secretion
COSRX Snail Mucin
Putting snail secretion on your skin might sound wild, but this serum that’s packed with it has over 65,000 ratings and a 4.6-star rating on Amazon. This super lightweight serum targets dehydrated skin to repair, moisturize, soothe, and reveal positively glowing skin. And, no need to worry, no snails were harmed in the making of this serum.
These laundry sheets that replace messy detergent
Sheets Laundry Club Laundry Detergent Sheets (50-Pack)
Swap out your liquid laundry detergent with these eco-friendly sheets. They work for whites and colors, cottons, linens, blends, and synthetics, so there’s no real need to sort your clothes. And like the best detergents, these can be used in hot or cold water. Use half a sheet for a small load, one sheet for a medium load, and two sheets for a large load.
An exfoliating towel that’s long enough to reach the awkward spot on your back
GOSHI Exfoliating Shower Towel
This Japanese shower towel is made of a soft yet textured material, so it lathers up really nicely and allows you to exfoliate in the shower. When unraveled, this durable towel is quite long, allowing you to clean your entire body with ease. It dries quickly, too, so there’s no need to worry about this long-lasting exfoliator getting grimy or musty.
This specially designed container to store leftover pizza
The Perfect Pizza Pack Reusable Pizza Storage Container
There’s a big debate about whether leftover pizza is better than day-of pizza, but no matter where you stand, there’s only one way to properly store it: in this triangular container. The silicone container is expandable depending on how many slices you’re storing, and comes with five plastic separators to store up to five slices at a time. Plus, you can microwave the whole thing, making reheating your slices a mess-free, easy task.
A cute night-light with 7 color modes
CHWARES Night-Light
If you’re looking for a night-light that’s as adorable as it is useful, I’ve found it. It comes in about 15 different shapes from kitty to hippo and has seven distinct color modes — from a warm yellow to a subtle blue to a funky pink. Plus it’s made of BPA-free silicone so it’s a little squishy and soft to the touch when you tap it to turn it on and off.
A reusable water bottle that’s perfect for your thirsty pup
Springer Dog Water Bottle
This water bottle is a must-have for on-the-go dog owners. The bottom is a normal water bottle that fits into a traditional cup holder. Just squeeze it to fill up the attached bowl, then release to remove the water and twist to turn off the leak-proof drain so you won’t have to worry about spills in your bag or purse.
These shark chopsticks with a hinge to keep them together
Genuine Fred SHARK Munchtime Chopsticks
Who says you can’t play with your food? These chopsticks use a hinged design to keep the sticks together to make eating your meal super easy. They have an adorable shark head at the hinge and are made of food-safe plastic, making them perfect for kids or adults, no matter your level of chopstick proficiency.
This spice pen to create stunning coffee art
Qzc Spice Pen for Coffee Art
Bring your favorite latte designs home when you use this pen to spice up your coffee. Just fill the pen with cinnamon, nutmeg, pumpkin spice, or one of your other favorites, close the pen, and press the release button to sprinkle a gorgeous design all over your coffee, just like the professionals do.
A reusable smart notebook with over 49,000 ratings
Rocketbook Smart Notebook
This reusable smart notebook is everything. It has the feel of pen to paper, but it’s connected to an app to easily save, search, and organize everything you’re writing. The notebook has 36 dotted pages, and the set comes with a special pen and a microfiber cloth to wipe off and reuse the papers after you’ve saved your work.
