60 Cool New Things That Make Your Life Easier & Are Cheap As Hell On Amazon
Products to help you breeze through your day.
If you’re going to spend your hard-earned cash, investing in extra convenience is always a winning strategy. After all, what could be better than everyday items that secretly make your life way easier? Actually, one thing: if all those cool new products were priced around $30 or less. Luckily, both things are true of every item on this list. Whether you’re looking for extra storage space in your bathroom or kitchen gadgets for easier cleanup, there’s something here for you. So go ahead and get scrolling, because you may just find something that improves your day.
01A Genius Cupholder Expander For Larger Bottles
Staying hydrated is challenging enough, so let this car cupholder expander make it a little easier by allowing you to store larger water bottles in your existing console. The expander sits directly inside the cupholder and features a cutout for handled tumblers. It even boasts a side tray so that you can keep your phone and other essentials nearby.
02These Tiny Brushes That Clean Up Nail Polish Mistakes
Get the perfect at-home manicure with these nail art cleanup brushes. The set comes with two brushes — one round brush and one angled brush — so that you can wipe away excess polish clinging to your cuticles. And since the bristles are acetone safe, you can dip these brushes in polish remover to clean up dried polish Just cover them up with the cap when you’re done to keep them in tip-top shape.
03This Magnetic Necklace Clasp For Layered Looks
Create striking layered jewelry looks without any tangles or hassle with this gold-plated necklace layering clasp. It has three lobster claw clasps, allowing you to create an array of interchangeable, custom looks with a variety of necklaces. The center clasp boats a magnetic closure, so you can easily remove all three pieces at once.
- Available colors: 3
04A Genius Brow Pen That Creates Hair-Like Strokes
If you struggle to fill in your brows, this eyebrow pen is an easy way to achieve a natural look with minimal effort. The pen features two sides: one single-brush applicator for individual strokes, and one forked tip with tiny tines that create the look of multiple hairs. This allows you to both create natural-looking volume and fill in small patches you may have missed.
- Available colors: 5
05An Angled Soap Caddy That Drains Water Into The Sink
Say goodbye to soaking wet countertops with this self-draining sink caddy. Its most notable feature is the angled drip tray that slopes downward toward the sink, allowing excess water to flow straight into the drain. It’s made from rust-resistant stainless steel and has a compact size that’s perfect for storing soap, a cleaning brush, and a couple sponges.
- Available colors: 3
06This Handy Car Sponge For Defogging Windows
Keep this windshield cleaner and defogger in your glove compartment and enjoy squeaky clean car windows with just a few swipes. The padded scrubber is great for smudges, condensation, and more, ensuring you can improve your visibility and make it to your destination with less hassle. And since it’s made from a soft material, it won’t scratch up your glass, either.
07A Flat Extension Cord That’s Ideal For Tight Spaces
Whether you like to keep your cords concealed or just want to place your furniture flush against a wall without hitting a plug, this ultra-thin extension cord can help. Just plug the flat adapter into your existing wall socket and enjoy three AC outlets, two USB ports, and one USB-C port to power up a range of devices. It comes in both 5-foot and 15-foot lengths.
08A Durable Doormat To Keep Grime Outside
Set this waterproof doormat outside your home for an inviting look and a cleaner entryway. It features a raised, textured leaf pattern which helps catch and absorb loose dirt and mud in its fibers. And since it has a nonslip coating on the underside, it’ll stay in place as your guests wipe their feet.
- Available colors: 4
09This Pair Of Chic Hooks That Secure With Suction Cups
It is a fact universally acknowledged that every bathroom needs more storage, so make some in a flash with these suction cup hooks. They boast a chic, matte black finish that looks high end despite the price point. They’re easy to move around thanks to the twist-and-lock suction closure, but they’re sturdy, too, with each hook supporting up to 15 pounds.
- Available colors: 5
10This Snap-On Mat That Absorbs Sink Splashes
If you’re tired of splash back and standing water every time you do the dishes, this faucet mat is a game changer. It snaps around the base of your fixture and absorbs excess water to prevent buildup and make cleaning a breeze. And because it’s made from soft and durable microfiber, you can easily launder it in the washing machine.
- Available colors: 2
11The Clever Duster For Cleaning In Between Gaps
This duster features a long, flat surface that easily slips into (and underneath) the gaps in your home. Use it to clean underneath furniture and appliances (and the spaces in between). Its two washable microfiber covers pick up dust with ease. And thanks to its telescoping pole, you can even dust ceiling fans and ledges.
12A Highly-Rated Spritz-On Shower Cleaner For A Scrub-Free Clean
This easy-to-use shower cleaner has a bleach-free formula that busts through soap scum, hard water stains, and buildup — so you don’t have to scrub. Simply spray your shower and leave it for eight to 12 hours. Then, rinse to reveal sparkling clean results. Its handy formula has earned over 34,000 five-star reviews.
13These Teeth Whitening Pens You Can Take On The Go
For a brighter smile without a lot of time and effort, look no further than these teeth whitening pens. All you have to do is swipe the pre-loaded formula from the pen onto clean teeth and let it dry — no messy wrappers, trays, or waiting required. In as few as seven days, you can enjoy teeth up to six shades whiter.
14These Gorgeous Highlighters With A Metallic Sheen
Elevate your note-taking, annotating, and more with these metallic highlighters. Not only do they boast a subtle, reflective sheen, but they have a boxy shape that makes them easy to use. The caps even feature clips for convenient portability, and the muted, pastel shades are easy on the eyes.
- Available colors: 4
15The Absorbent Wristbands That Soak Up Dripping Water
If your skin-care routine leaves you with water dripping down your arms, these wrist towels might be just the thing to clean up your act. To use them, pull the absorbent microfiber towels over your wrist, courtesy of the stretchy elastic, and let them sop up the excess water as you cleanse your face. When they need to be cleaned, just toss them in the washing machine for quick and easy laundering.
- Available colors: 10
16This Magnetic Frame That Won’t Damage Your Art
Instead of using pins or tape to secure your decor — or bothering with expensive custom framing — try this magnetic poster frame instead. It features two slats of wood that act like clamps for both the top and bottom, which stay secured around your art with magnets. And since the top portion comes with a string, it couldn’t be simpler to hang.
- Available colors: 2
17The Shelf Organizer That Adds Vertical Storage
Optimize your cabinet storage space with this three-tier shelf organizer. Not only does it have three platforms for a neater display that makes jars easier to spot, it also boasts a bottom drawer for stowing loose items. As one five-star reviewer raved, “Absolutely perfect. So much sturdier than wire spice racks. The drawer at the bottom fits the .65oz McCormick bottles perfectly.”
18A Vivid Jelly Tint For Lips & Cheeks
This lip and cheek tint is so versatile, it can replace both blush and gloss. It comes with a velvety soft doe-foot applicator and is available in a variety of shades, all of which are both vivid and buildable. And since the pigment is infused with hyaluronic acid, it even has moisturizing properties.
- Available colors: 6
19The Handy Key Light That’s Perfect For Dark Evenings
If you’ve ever fumbled around with your keys late at night, this keyhole light can help streamline home entry after the sun has gone down. The handy gadget is shaped like an awning, with four LEDs shining downward over your lock to illuminate the area. Installation couldn’t be easier thanks to the included adhesive tape.
20This Time-Saving Gadget For Cooking Ramen
Your days of waiting for water to boil are over, thanks to this microwave ramen noodle cooker. Just add your noodles, fill the bottom tray to the marked water line, cover it with the lid, and pop it in the microwave. When it’s done, you can use the straining holes in the lid to pour off excess water, and you’re ready to serve.
21The Magnetic Phone Mount You Can Install Practically Anywhere
This magnetic car phone mount lives at the intersection of convenience and versatility. It comes with two installation mounts: one that secures to your car’s vents, and one with adhesive that you can stick on any flat surface in your vehicle. And because it uses your phone’s MagSafe technology to hold your device, you won’t have to deal with any cumbersome clamps.
- Available colors: 6
22A Mini Travel Razor With A Moisturizing Bar Built In
Pack a little lighter with the help of this disposable travel razor. It has a mini, easy-to-grip handle with a nonslip rubber pad for extra stability. And thanks to the moisturizing strip and lather bar around the perimeter, you won’t need to pack shaving cream, either. Just cover it up with the travel blade protector and you’re good to go.
23These Handy Organizing Bins For Neater Drawers
This pack of drawer organizers has everything you need to tidy up toiletries, makeup, or desk supplies. The set comes with a range of sizes, allowing you to sort like items, including large product bottles and tiny hair accessories. And since the trays have nonslip pads on the bottom, they’ll stay in place inside your drawer, too.
- Available colors: 2
24A Drying Rack & Bin For Reusable Food Storage Bags
Dry and store all your reusable food storage bags with this drying rack and bin. The smaller rack holds bags upside down, allowing for proper ventilation as they dry. The accompanying bin stores your bags upright in your cabinet, so you can grab one when you need one.
25A Reversible Dishwasher Magnet To Tell You If A Load Is Clean Or Dirty
It’s easy to forget if your dishes are clean, but this genius (and adorable) dishwasher magnet will stop the guesswork. It magnetically attaches (and comes with an adhesive magnet for nonmagnetic dishwashers) and features a waterproof material that won’t fade or scratch. Flip the cute dog to “Clean” for clean dishes or “Dirty” for a dirty load.
26A Shampoo & Conditioner Bar That’ll Save You Money
Why shell out for multiple products when you can get more bang for your buck with this shampoo and conditioner bar? It’s not just convenient, it’s eco-friendly, too, since it cuts down on the use of plastic bottles and instead comes wrapped in compostable packaging. Choose from a range of inviting scents like lavender, rosemary, lemon, and more.
- Available scents: 6
27A Makeup Spray That Doubles As A Primer & A Setter
Stretch your dollars further with this primer and setting spray all in one. Just spritz it onto bare skin to prep your face for products, and when you’re all done, give it another shot to set your makeup firmly in place. It creates an instantly dewy look that can last for up to eight hours.
28This Grooved Brush For Perfectly Defined Curls
Curly girlies rejoice, because this curl-defining brush is here to help give you your best hair day yet. It has a unique, curved shape that hugs the scalp, but the most interesting feature is the grooved perimeter. These little cutouts help to catch and separate individual curls so that they can dry perfectly defined and with less frizz.
- Available colors: 3
29The Cleverly Portioned Freezer Tray For Soups & More
When you’re prepping your leftovers for storage, this silicone freezer trays is the perfect companion for chilis, soups, and more. The tray has four wells that each hold 1 cup of liquid so that you can easily defrost individual portions and save the rest for later. And since the silicone construction makes it ultra flexible, it’s easy to pop out one portion as needed.
- Available colors: 4
30A Flyaway-Taming Wax Perfect For Sleek Hairstyles
This hair wax stick is the secret behind perfectly polished, slicked-back buns, ponytails, and more. All you have to do is buff a small amount onto your strands and the pomade will get to work softening them up and securing them in place. And since the formula includes avocado oil and vitamin E, it leaves hair smooth and shiny, too.
31This Tumbler Lid Rack For Smarter Storage
It’s so easy to lose track of your various bottle and cup lids, so store them with ease using this tumbler lid organizer. It consists of a base and a metal rod over which you slip your lids, making use of vertical space for more compact storage. Each organizer can store an impressive 10 lids at once.
32A Set Of Storage Bins With Side-Opening Doors
Whether you’re organizing extra sheets or storing out-of-season clothes, these storage bins have you covered. The stackable bins have magnetic doors on the sides that swing open, so you can reach in and grab what you need, without unstacking the whole pile. Each box is made from durable fabric with handles and can support up to 22 pounds.
33A Dish-Drying Rack That Rolls Up For Space-Saving Storage
This budget-friendly dish-drying rack is made of durable stainless steel rods and nonslip silicone, that fits right over your sink for a designated drying space. Water from dishes will drop directly into your sink, so items dry quickly (without the mess). And when you’re done using it, it rolls into a neat bundle for easy, space-saving storage.
34The Handy Veggie Chopper For Faster Meal Prep
Why prep veggies by hand when this vegetable chopper can do it for you in one fluid motion? The chopper comes with four interchangeable blade trays made from stainless steel, allowing you to chop, dice, ribbon cut, and spiralize with ease. Better yet, the catch tray holds an impressive 5 cups, making it a great tool for big-batch cooking.
- Available colors: 4
35A Pair Of Pockets To Fill Your Car Seat Gaps
If you’re tired of losing items in the abyss that is the space between your console and car seat, fill it with this car seat gap organizer instead. You get two organizers per order, and each one is made from a chic faux leather material that’s even water resistant, in case of spills. Just place it in the empty space and rather than a drop hazard, you’ll have an extra pocket for stashing your essentials.
- Available colors: 3
36The Purse Insert That Upgrades Organization
If you can never seem to find your keys, lip balm, or anything else when you need it, this purse organizer insert is for you. Just select the appropriate size based on your bag and drop it in. Instantly, you’ll have both standard and zippered pockets, pouches, and even a key leash at your disposal, so you’ll know exactly where to find what you’re looking for.
- Available sizes: Small — X-Large
- Available colors: 17
37This Handy Makeup Pouch Perfect For Traveling
Take skin-care products, makeup, and jewelry on the go with ease, thanks to this drawstring cosmetic bag. When laid out flat, it creates the perfect tray-like display that makes it easy to see all your items. It even has elastic holders for brushes and a zippered pouch for your valuables. When you’re ready to hit the road, just pull the drawstring taut and secure it, and you’ll have a travel pouch that goes wherever you do.
- Available colors: 32
38A 2-In-1 Kitchen Cleanup Tool For *Spotless* Countertops
Keep your countertops spotless with this handy squeegee tool that doubles as a countertop brush. One side features a squeegee for pushing water from your countertop into your sink. Use the other end, which has a brush, to dust away crumbs and debris. Many reviewers comment that it’s also great for cleaning around bathroom sinks. One reviewer raved, “I can use it brush counter crumbs into the sink without a care because I can flip it over and squeegee them into the drain, then rinse and hang it right on the edge of the sink in under a minute [...] it's perfectly balanced and doesn't budge when you hang it up.”
39An Expandable Strainer That Fits Over Your Sink
This strainer is an excellent solution for small kitchens since it collapses for storage. Its dishwasher-safe plastic body expands from 14 to 19 inches, making it easy to stretch over your sink. It’s also dual purpose — wash and air dry produce or use it as a dish drying rack for utensils.
40These Tiny Clips That Keep Your Cords From Tangling
Ensure your power cables are exactly where you need them to be with these cord organizers. Each clip comes fitted with an adhesive backing so that you can stick the holder in place on walls, nightstands, desks, or anywhere else. Just open the top of the spring-loaded clip, add your cord, and then close it up to lock the cable in place.
- Available colors: 4
41This Shower Caddy That’s So Roomy
Instantly add more storage to your bathroom with this shower caddy. It uses two strong suction cups for installation, ensuring you can easily move it around as needed. The deep caddy can support up to 22 pounds of weight, while the front features four cutout hooks you can use for hanging washcloths and loofahs.
- Available colors: 2
42These Exfoliating Mitts For Soft, Smooth Skin
Whether you’re looking for brighter skin, fewer ingrown hairs, or to prevent blemishes, exfoliating can help, and these deep exfoliating gloves are an easy shortcut. Just slip them on courtesy of the elastic wristbands, and you’ll have a large surface area to buff away dead and dry skin. They even help create a nice foamy lather when used with your favorite cleanser.
43A Space-Saving Hanger That Stores 6 Pairs Of Pants
Closet real estate is often at a premium, so use this space-saving pants hanger to make the most out of the room you have. Just hang your pants on the rods, then unhook one side to store your garments vertically. As an alternative, you can also hang your pants horizontally to prevent cramming and wrinkles if that’s your top priority.
44A Practical Dish Soap Dispenser That Doubles As A Sponge Holder
This dish soap dispenser makes dispensing dish soap a breeze and is also designed to double as a sponge holder. Push the included sponge down, and dish soap will dispense directly onto the sponge. Its durable plastic body holds 13 ounces of dish soap, has a long tube (to dispense every last drop), and doesn’t slip when dispensing.
45The Mini Pet Hair Remover That Easily Banishes Pet Hair From Surfaces
Banish pet hair with ease using this mini pet hair remover, which has teeth that expertly grab embedded hair. It features three sides with coarse, medium, and fine teeth for picking up hair from densely to lightly covered surfaces. Plus, its unique triangle shape easily fits into hard-to-reach areas like between couch cushions. One happy shopper wrote, “This product is unbelievable! Really brings up the pet hair entwined in any fabric. Cleans furniture, pet beds, bedspreads, etc. BEAUTIFULLY and so easily.”
46A Large Hamper & Hidden Bag To Stylishly Conceal Laundry
With a stylish cloth and bamboo design, this hamper looks sleek while concealing up to three loads of laundry inside its 100-liter interior. It features an inner bag that buckles into the hamper and is easily removed for transporting laundry. Its elegant bamboo frame and lid keep everything neat and tidy (even if you have a lot of dirty laundry).
47The Mouse Pad With A Squishy Wrist Rest
If you want some cushioning on your wrist while you work, this mouse pad with a gel support may be just what you’re looking for. The curved gel pad is supportive but squishy, while the irregular shape of the pad is designed to mimic natural mouse movements. And thanks to the nonslip coating on the reverse side, it’ll stay securely in place.
- Available colors: 30
48These Practical Air Fryer Liners For Easier Cleaning
Replacing one-use liners, these air fryer liners sit directly inside your appliance and are a breeze to clean since they’re safe to toss in the dishwasher. They can also help create more even results, since the ridged bottom helps elevate your items so that excess oil can easily drain away underneath. The handles on each side make them easy to insert and remove (just be sure to use heat protection as necessary).
49A Pack Of Compact Jar Grippers For Easily Opening Tough Lids
Open any screw-top jar with these jar grippers made of nonslip silicone. Their circular design fits around various jar sizes and is anti-slip, so you can unscrew any tough-to-remove lid without a frustrating struggle. Their shape is also the perfect size to use as heat-resistant coasters to protect your surfaces from hot mugs.
50The Small Trash Can That Hangs Over Your Cabinet Door
Keep a receptacle right where all your food crumbs gather — on your counter — with this hanging trash can you can suspend at hip level. It has a hook for hanging it on the inside or outside of a cabinet door, but you can also mount it with the included adhesive if you prefer. As one five-star reviewer raved, “I got this for my very small but modern studio that I wanted to keep very minimalist. This is perfect for the inside of my under the sink cabinet and holds more than I thought it would! Very easy to install and empty. Great purchase.”
51No-Tie Shoelaces That Transform Any Pair Of Shoes Into Slip-Ons
Make any pair of sneakers slip-ons with these no-tie shoelaces. Simply lace them into your shoes and attach the plastic anchors to get the correct tension, then you’ll never have to lace them up again. They’re available in nearly 40 colors, including reflective options for nighttime visibility.
52This Reusable Makeup Remover With Sky-High Ratings
If you’re looking to cut back on your single-use paper products, this makeup eraser makes it easy to be more eco-friendly. The cloth is covered in tiny fibers that help to wick away even waterproof makeup as it gently exfoliates — just add water. Perhaps most impressively, one cloth can last for up to five years with proper care. It comes highly rated as well, with over 14,000 reviewers weighing in to give it an impressive 4.6-star overall rating.
53A Shelf Organizer That Expands To Fit Your Needs
For tidier kitchen cabinets, this expandable cabinet organizer is tough to beat. It features three tiers of platform-style storage, allowing you to stagger the heights of your spices and condiments to make them easier to spot when you need them. To extend the length of this organizer from 16.5 inches to 24.5 inches, simply pull the two sides apart and you’ll instantly have more storage space.
54The Retractable Charging Cable That Won’t Ever Tangle
Take the frustration out of tangled charging cords with these retractable charging cables. Its genius three-in-one design has three chargers for all your devices, including USB-C, micro USB, and lightning chargers. Just pull the cable from the circular holder to extend it up to 3 feet, and quickly wind it up when you’re done.
55Clever Laundry Detergent Drip Trays That Keep Drips & Spills Contained
Do your laundry without the threat of accidental spills, thanks to these drip catchers designed to fit underneath detergent bottles. Their plastic tabs slide underneath bottles, giving you designated trays to dispense onto. They come with detergent cups, and each tray has a ridged surface that catches drips, keeping them contained (and off surfaces).
56A Pull Can Opener That Makes Opening Canned Foods Painless
Quit struggling with tricky pull tabs — this clever pull can opener will make it painless. All you have to do is hook the opener onto a pull tab and pull the opener back to lift the lid. Use it to open cans of tuna, pet food, and canned soup — your hands (and nails) will thank you.
57An Ice Cube Tray With A *Genius* Easy-Release System
If you hate removing stuck-in ice cubes from their trays, this ice cube tray will change the game. Fill its two trays with water to make 64 cubes, let them freeze, then use the storage bin’s lid to release the ice cubes directly into the bin. The set also comes with a handy ice scoop.
58These Drain-Saving Mesh Bags For Your Sink
Why let food scraps clog up your drain when you can simply use these mesh sink strainer bags instead? Each mesh bag stretches over your existing drain insert, creating an extra barrier for small scraps. Rinse your dishes as usual, and when the bag is full, simply remove it along with any food debris and throw it away.
59An Automatic Soap Dispenser For Less Messy Hand Washing
When your hands are dirty, the last thing you want is to rub them all over a soap pump, so switch to this automatic soap dispenser instead. All you have to do is wave your hands below the sensor and it’ll disperse an adjustable, pre-measured amount of soap. And since it holds an impressive 17 ounces, you won’t be constantly refilling it, either.
60A Top-Selling Stain Remover Spray To Banish Stains Around The House
This stain remover spray has 46,000 rave reviews and counting for its gentle formula that can banish common stains like grass, wine, and pasta sauce. Its formula is free of perfumes, dye, chlorine, and sulfates — if you prefer to avoid those in your household. Just spray a stain, blot it, and wash your item to remove the stain.
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