60 Things Under $25 on Amazon That Are Legitimately Life-Changing

This 2.4-gallon trash can hangs on the outside of a kitchen cabinet or can be mounted to a wall for easy access — no need to walk back and forth to your can while cooking. It has a secure lid that keeps odors inside so your whole kitchen doesn’t smell, whether you use it temporarily for cooking scraps and packaging or longer term for composting. It collapses to easily store when not in use.

Prevent puddles and keep your sink area tidy with this silicone faucet mat. This silicone mat has a hole that fits most faucets, and the five-degree slope helps to drain water into the sink. It’s the perfect spot to store sponges, soap, or scrubbers, and the thick material is durable enough for everyday use.

Keep your car interior sparkling clean without spending money at the car wash by using this dust brush. Small and easy to keep on hand, this brush has super fine bristles that allow it to get into any tiny crevice to remove lingering dust and dirt. It’s reusable and washes easily.

It’s called Wet & Forget for a reason — just use the attached sprayer to apply this cleaner once a week, leave it on for eight to 12 hours, and then rinse with warm water until the surface is clean. Keeping your bathroom shiny is that easy. It works on glass, porcelain, fiberglass, metal, and tile and does not contain bleach or ammonia.

If your kitchen towels are constantly falling onto the floor, don’t fret, these towels feature a hook-and-loop closure that latches onto your oven, microwave, or cabinet handle to keep them off the floor and ready for use. They’re made of 100% cotton, so they’re super absorbent and dry quickly.

If your car is a mess, this trash can is about to change your life. It’s waterproof, leakproof, and has a magnetic top that snaps into place to keep your garbage from flying around the car while you’re driving. It has adjustable and durable straps that fastens the garbage bin to the headrest, console, or side door handle, and the whole thing collapses for easy storage.

If you have to use your phone’s flashlight to get your key in the door when you get home at night, you’re going to lose your mind at this game-changing solution: a keyhole light. This mini light mounts directly to your door above the lock and will automatically turn on when it detects motion nearby so you always have enough light to get home.

Take control of your food storage bag situation with this bamboo organizer. It’s sized to fit inside most drawers but also has hanging holes for added versatility. The organizer has space for four different types of bags and comes with labels so you can keep track of what’s what. And since the cover slides off, restocking it is super easy.

This outlet shelf is one of those genius things you didn’t know you needed until you see it. You install it directly behind the outlet wall plate to create a mini shelf above the fully functioning outlet. Now, when you’re charging your phone, speakers, AirPods, or whatever you have a spot to keep them secure — nop more dangling cords.

Not only does this steamer look so pretty it could be in an art museum, but it’s also designed to work vertically or horizontally. It only takes 30 seconds to heat up and works on silk, wool, cotton, linen, nylon, and more. Plus it folds and comes with a storage bag so you can be wrinkle-free on-the-go.

Stop asking for help to open jars, and check out this clever jar opener. It has eight sizes of circular grippers to crank open jars from 1 inch to 3 inches in diameter. It has a long handle to make holding and twisting easy, and it even has a built-in hook that can be used to break the airtight seal on larger sized jars to open. It’s a bestseller on Amazon, so you know it works.

Get all your cables and wires organized with these colorful cables. They’re great for keeping your cables in contained balls when not in use so you don’t end up with a bunch of tangled wires. Think: phone chargers, extension wires, appliance cords — you name it. Plus they come in a bunch of great colors for further organizational potential.

If you wake up in the morning and your fitted sheet is untucked, you need to check out these elastic straps. They have little metal clips that hook onto all three sides of your fitted sheets’ corners to keep them in place no matter how much you toss and turn at night. And don’t worry — the clasps will not harm your sheets.

These silicone cord organizers stick to the side of your desk with a strong 3M strip to keep the head of your cables, chargers, wires — you name it — easily accessible. They hold five cables each and are made of silicone that’s sturdy but flexible, so your wires fit into the holes snug and secure.

Whether you have a green thumb or are a plant newbie, these watering globes are game-changing. Instead of worrying about when or how often to water your plants, just fill up one of these globes, insert it into the soil, and it automatically irrigates 150 milliliters of water, as needed, adding up to five days of hydration.

Add this tongue scraper to your brushing and flossing routine to optimize your dental hygiene and promote super fresh breath. The curved stainless steel end scrapes against your tongue to remove the white buildup on your tongue, and the ergonomic shape can reach the entire surface. This scraper is a popular buy on Amazon with a 4.7-star rating after nearly 2,000 reviews.

These reusable makeup cloths have two sides — a microfiber side to cleanse and a plush side to dry. Just add water, and they remove makeup from your face, eyes, lips, and neck — even waterproof varieties. They work on all skin types and can be washed and reused over and over again.

Heal and repair your dry, inflamed, or cracked feet and heels with this super powerful and restorative balm. Packed with urea, epsom salt, lavender, and rich peppermint, and shea butter, this balm gives your skin an invisible layer of protection that hydrates, moisturizes, softens, and soothes your feet. Plus, its concentrated formula comes in an easy-to-apply stick, so your hands stay mess-free.

This 50-page notepad is a must-have for any meal-prepper — or those looking to try. One side features boxes for each day of the week where you can plan out your breakfasts, lunches, and dinners. And the other side is a shopping list to make sure you grab everything you need at the grocery store. Plus, it’s magnetic so it sticks right to your fridge so it stays top of mind.

Get the most out of your stretches when you add this strap to the mix. It features 10 built-in loops and an instructional book that tells you exactly how to deepen your lower body, upper body, core, back, and neck stretches. It can also be used in pilates, yoga, and barre classes for a more intense workout. This strap is a simple yet effective Amazon favorite with over 20,000 five-star reviews.

Make deep cleaning your water bottles, baby bottles, straws, tumblers, and more easier with these microfiber brushes. They come in five sizes — two extra large brushes for big bottles and vases, one narrow brush for long neck bottles, one small brush for small bottles, and one straw brush. They have sturdy handles, rust-resistant stainless steel necks, and stiff nylon bristles for easy cleaning.

With three layers of insulation, this water bottle keeps cold drinks cold for 24 hours and hot drinks hot for 12 hours, making it a great way to stay hydrated all day long. It comes with three lids — a straw top, screw top, and flip top, depending on your preferences — and it’s dishwasher-safe, which is great for keeping this handy water bottle in tip-top shape.

This space heater only weighs 2.8 pounds and has a convenient handle, so it’s easy and convenient to bring the heat wherever you need it. The flameless heater has three settings — low heat, high heat, and fan — and has a 6-foot power cord to plug into the nearest outlet. Plus, it has all kinds of safety features like overheat protection and auto-shutoff if it tips.

Packed with hydrocolloid, these pimple patches are ultra thin and get you visible results in just hours. Simply apply the patch directly on top of the oncoming pimple, leave on for six hours (or overnight — how easy is that) and watch as the white pimple gunk is extracted. Peel it off to see less irritated skin.

This towel richly lathers with your favorite soap to gently and deeply exfoliate your entire body while you’re in the shower. It has a rip-resistant weave so you can stretch it to work against your back, and it won’t tear. It’s made of a antimicrobial nylon that is super durable and quick to dry.

Get hot and fresh tea all day long when you use this electric kettle. It has a 1.7-liter tank that boils in minutes, and even includes a see-through water level gauge so you can watch the water boil before your eyes. It has a cordless body for easy pouring, and a 360-degree rotary base with built-in cord storage.

Why waste money on paper towels when you can use these Swedish dishcloths instead? Made from cotton and cellulose, each cloth is super absorbent, machine-washable, and reusable up to 100 times. Use them to quickly wipe down surfaces and clean spills all over the house.

Make cleaning the shower drain quicker (and a little less gross) with this easy-to-use hair catcher. The Tub Shroom fits most standard drains, and no special tools are necessary for installation. Loose hair gets caught in the strainer, but water can still flow through easily. And when it’s full, it only takes seconds to remove and dispose of the hair.

Soothe dry throats, eyes, cold symptoms, and more when you put this humidifier in your living space. It has a 2-liter capacity and runs for 24 hours per tank. But if you’re not home, no need to worry, it shuts off automatically when the water is low. You can adjust the mist with simple touch of a button and redirect the nozzle.

Mark up textbooks, notebooks, or your favorite reads with these transparent sticky sheets. They tear apart and stick easily but don’t cover your text so you can see what’s underneath the note. They’re waterproof, and you can write with pencils, colored pencils, ballpoint pens, oil-based pens, and sharpies without smearing.

They may look unassuming, but you’ll wonder how you lived without these adjustable food container lid organizers. The organizers come in a two-pack, and they each have five adjustable dividers so you can get the perfect fit for your home. Plus, each bin comes with a handle that makes it easy to grab and move things around.

Thanks to the Bluetooth speakers by the ears, you can use this as a headband to listen to music while working out or as an eye mask to listen to white noise while sleeping. It’s stretchy, breathable, and sweat absorbing to stay comfortable no matter the activity. And the high-quality speakers can be controlled with buttons on the outside of the headband.

This sprayer mists the oil of your choice onto your pots, pans, and directly onto your food for even distribution every time. It has a glass base, a stainless steel top, and pre-labeled measurements along the side so you know how much oil you’re using. It’s a simple yet effective kitchen upgrade that keeps you from having to buy a separate spray oil, which is why it’s a bestseller on Amazon with over 14,000 five-star reviews.

This silicone colander is adjustable to snap onto different sized pots, pans, and bowls to make straining easy, mess-free, and a one-handed activity. It’s made of food-grade silicone, is heat-resistant up to 440 degrees, and is dishwasher-safe. Plus, its small size makes takes up a fraction of the space of other strainers for easy storing.

There’s a reason this nail file has a 4.6-star rating — its crystal material allows you to file and shape your nails without pulling, chipping, splitting, or damaging the surface. Unlike single-uise emery boards, this won’t get dull over time. It also comes with a sleek case so you can take it with you and have great looking nails no matter where you are.

There’s a reason these silicone oven mitts are a bestseller on Amazon with over 33,000 five-star ratings. They’re extra long length to protect your forearms, while the waterproof and heatproof material allows you to grip hot pans with confidence. The gloves also have a textured, nonslip grip and are so easy to clean after dinner.

Help prevent your washing machine from smelling musty by using this door prop after each wash. Attached to a magnetic base, the flexible arm installs easily on your machine and adjusts to hold the door open as much as you’d like. The helpful tool is covered in silicone to protect your machine and works on most front-loading washers.

This undated planner allows you to track your budget, income, savings, and expenses to help you hit all your financial goals. It has a calendar to keep track of when your various bills are due as well as a monthly plan to write out exactly how much you expect to spend and make. It comes with two sheets of stickers and an internal pocket for notes, receipts, and checks.

This cream is packed with vitamin E, vitamin B5, green tea, and ultra concentrated snail extract — yep, you heard that right — to be to deeply hydrate your face. Just add this to your daily skincare routine, and you’ll reveal brighter, plumper, more hydrated skin in just a few days of use.

You’ll never believe how much dust accumulates between your window blinds, so make cleaning them easier than ever with this handheld duster. It features three prongs covered in microfiber sleeves that slip between the blinds to efficiently clean the top and bottom of them. Plus, the brush on the bottom is great for window groves, air conditioning grates, and more.

If you’re threatened by an avalanche of bakeware every time you open a cabinet, this organizer is the kitchen upgrade you need. The bakeware organizer adjusts with a simple sliding motion so it can hold everything from slim cutting boards to bulky pots. And the 10 included dividers are made of thick 5mm wire, so they won’t bend or break with daily use.

This stainless steel dome is your ticket to perfectly grilled veggies or the best melty cheeseburger. Ideal for use on a grill, griddle, or skillet, the dome’s rolled edges sit on any flat surface. The 9-inch dome concentrates heat, helping food to cook more evenly while also adding a yummy smoked flavor.

Maintaining facial hair is about to get less messy thanks to this clever beard bib. It fits comfortably around the neck and attaches to the mirror using suction cups, creating a bib that catches all hair trimmings. After shaving, simply empty the bib into the trash for a convenient, mess-free grooming session.

Say goodbye to expensive, single-use paper towels and hello to these money-saving and ultra absorbent dishcloths. They can be used to dust, wash, dry, wipe, and clean with products, and then tossed into the washing machine to clean and reuse for up to 12 months. They work on stone, tile, stainless steel, wood, and more so you can use them for basically anything.

This versatile knife sharpener has three different types of blades to repair, sharpen, and polish dull and damaged utensils. The sharpener features a nonslip base and an ergonomic handle to keep things from moving around. The sharpener also comes with a cut-resistant glove for additional protection.

Easily take your favorite fragrances on the go using these refillable perfume containers. Made from lightweight aluminum, the bottles are convenient to carry and simple to fill — just place the container on the perfume bottle gauge and press until it’s full. A clear window on each bottle lets you see how much fragrance is left and the leakproof design helps prevent spills.

Use these BPA-free plastic food containers to prep a week’s worth of meals or use them to store leftovers or produce. The containers come in a variety of sizes, and all have snap-lock lids that are leakproof. Plus, these versatile containers are stackable and safe for the dishwasher, freezer, and microwave.

This grabber tool has a handle that adjusts from 16 to 32 inches to help you to reach that bottle on the top shelf or a piece of food that rolled deep underneath your stove. And don’t worry, it can hold up to 5 pounds. It features a sensitive trigger handle to easily control and release the rotating head, which has magnetic claws and a nonslip coating.

These three odor and stain-resistant cutting boards can make meal prep quicker and less messy. The textured surface is ideal for smooth cutting, and the nonslip handle and feet keep the board in place. Plus, there’s a groove around the edge of the board that catches liquid before it can drip on the counter.

Know exactly when your food is sufficiently cooked with this easy-to-read digital thermometer. The large, backlit LED screen can be read in dim conditions, and the rotating probe makes it easy to use. It only takes a few seconds to get an accurate reading, and the thermometer even features a handy guide that notes the minimum safe temperature for various meats, so you don’t need to look anything up.

If eggs are your breakfast go-to, your life is about to get way easier when you make them in this rapid cooker. It comes with three accessories to make hard boiled, soft boiled, poached, and scrambled eggs, as well as omelets in just minutes — much faster than on the stovetop — and with less clean up. This thing really works, too, just look at the 94,000 five-star reviews.

Eliminate stinky foot odor once and for all with this deodorizing shoe spray. Featuring a strong peppermint scent, this gets rid of any existing smells and helps prevent odor from happening in the future. It’s talc-free, won’t leave feet too dry, and even has a pleasant cooling effect.

Save time and money with this clever travel mug that comes with a mini pour-over coffee filter. The 20-ounce mug is vacuum-insulated and can keep drinks cold for 20+ hours and hot for over six hours. In addition to a leakproof lid, the mug also features a stainless steel filter. Add your coffee grounds, pour hot water over them, remove the filter, and you’ve got the perfect cup of freshly brewed java.

Comfortably watch videos on your phone the next time you’re flying with this universal airplane phone holder. It’s adjustable, easy to use, and rotates completely, making it super flexible. When not in use, it folds to a compact size to fit in your bag. And while it’s advertised for airplane use, this can clamp on to basically anything or be used as a phone stand on top of a surface, so it’s very versatile.

With 16 LED beads for bright and even illumination, this clip-on light makes it easy to see what you’re doing. The compact light has three color modes and five brightness levels and can last for up to 80 hours before it needs to be recharged. Plus, at 2.2 ounces, it’s really lightweight, so you can bring it with you wherever you go.

This immersion blender comes with three head attachments — a frother for coffee, a whisk for eggs or cream, and a blender with a pan protector for soups, sauces, and smoothies — so you can quicken your cooking time. The blender has nine speed settings so you can make your soups as pureed or chunky as you want without transfering them from the pot to a bulky countertop blender.

Streamline your sink set-up with this roll-up dish drying rack. The stainless steel rack has food-grade silicone edges, keeping the rack in place even while wet. It can hold up to 33 pounds, and since it’s heat resistant to 400 degrees, it can also be used as a trivet for hot foods. And it comes in a variety of sizes so you can get the perfect fit for your sink.

There’s no reason to splurge on an expensive candle or diffuser when you could get this reed diffuser set for just $20. Featuring a stylish marble bottle and faux baby’s breath flowers, this doubles as beautiful home decor. It gives off a fresh linen scent that isn’t overpowering and should last for up to 90 days.

Never worry about your towel flying off your chair in the wind again when using these colorful towel bands. Made of super durable silicone, they wrap around your towel when you drape it over your beach or pool chair and won’t budge. They’re UV resistant and won’t snap or break easily, and they roll into an even more compact size to fit in your bag.

If you haven’t gotten on the reusable straw train yet, now’s the time to check out these silicone straws. They’re reusable, dishwasher-safe, food-grade, and work with hot or cold drinks. Plus their unique, slightly bent ends offer a more ergonomic angle to sip your drinks.

Make your own fresh popcorn with this silicone microwave popcorn popper using kernels and a little butter or oil. With a lid on top, it distributes heat evenly to produce perfectly popped kernels, and the handles on the side make it safer to use. It’s easy to clean and collapses when not in use for convenient storage.

These food-safe and cut-resistant gloves are a must when you’re prepping dinner because they’re designed to prevent any nicks while you prep. They’re made of stainless steel thread, and three of the fingers are ultra-reinforced to prevent any scratches while you chop veggies. They can also go in the washing machine after you prep veggies.

This sink strainer is specifically designed to stretch out over your sink for easy rinsing. Expand it to fit over your unique sink, and it’s ready to catch pasta, clean veggies, and more without taking up the entire basin. It can also go in the top rack of your dishwasher after cleaning produce.

Pop on this gel face mask (after it spends about two hours in the freezer), and you’ll have a super cooling and refreshing skin care moment. While the top is the cooling gel beads, the backing is covered in a breathable material, so it’s super comfy to wear.

These storage straps are a game-changer with gardening supplies and annoying-to-store tools because they wrap around them for easy hanging. Each one has a sturdy handle on top to easily carry your supplies around on lawn care or home project days. They’re also weather-resistant if you need outdoor storage.

This fun platypus-themed spatula is actually surprisingly functional in your utensil drawer. It’s actually designed for sweeping and scooping the last bits of peanut butter, sauces, condiments, and more. It’s also an ideal shape for spreading toppings on toast, and it can go in the dishwasher.

This stainless steel whisk has a game-changing design that spins when you press down on it. AKA — you can skip hand whisking and avoid using a bulky electric mixer for every recipe. This budget-friendly whisk is also surprisingly quick for being completely battery-free.

This white noise machine is so miniature that you can easily find a tidy spot for it on your nightstand or in your travel bag. Don’t let the small size fool you, though — it comes with two different timers to easily customize it and features like 15 non-looping sound options.

These game-changing organizers stick right on the back of your appliances to give you a tidy spot to wrap up cords. They have two handles to wrap the cord around and a flexible holder in the middle to keep the end of the cord in place. They also come in a pack of eight, so you can tidy up all of your appliances with one purchase.

This batter dispenser is a game-changer for cutting down on mess (and time) when you want a big pancake brunch. Squeeze the handle, and it perfectly dispenses all of your go-to baking batters, like pancakes, cupcakes, crepes, and more. It also has measurements on the side, so you could even get away with mixing up the batter in this container.