60 Genius Amazon Finds Under $25 That Will Amaze You

Even when you shop for a living, like I do, there will inevitably come a time when you see a product that stops you full in your tracks. That could be a genius way to store your leftovers in your fridge, a magic tool for getting your bed sheets on your bed faster, or unique kitchen scissors for chopping herbs. But once you see it, you’re obligated to pass the knowledge of that gadget on. So, without further ado, here are the weirdly genius things under $25 we’re obsessed with on Amazon.

The Cuticle Remover That Makes For A Better Mani

Boost your at-home manicure with this excellent
cuticle remover liquid
that melts away dry, overgrown, in-the-way-of-polish cuticles and delivers a smooth-edged palette for your next color choice. Irish moss softens your cuticles, and potassium hydroxide gently exfoliates them away. All you do is paint it on, wait a couple of minutes, and gently push the cuticles out of the way.

Socks That Are An All-Night Pedicure

Give yourself a mini-pedicure while you sleep by pulling on these
fuzzy sleep socks
before you retire. They are infused with a gel moisturizer that softens and heals your heels all night. You won’t overheat or slip on hardwood floors because your toes are open to the air. “Inside the heel is a silicone surface that keeps the moisturizing lotion on the heel,” said one
reviewer
. “It’s genius!” This is a pack of four socks, and they come in 13 colors.

Genius Block Makers For Leftovers

Turn leftovers into handy blocks of future meals by filling a gallon-size freezer bag with soup, stew, or other tasty leftovers, and locking it into this
block maker
so it freezes into a stackable shape. It holds the bag open while you fill it, making the process easy and mess-free. And it creates order in your freezer. A smaller size and freezer racks to hold your blocks are also available.

Tiny Towels That Expand

These
compressed towels
are so tiny when compressed that you can keep a towel in your gym bag, car, or even your purse. When you want to wash your face, mop your brow while hiking or camping, or clean up on the go, open the packet and get them wet. They turn into a full-sized face towel. They are made of cotton, clean effectively, and feel great on your skin. This is a pack of 100, and they come in eight colors.

This Tech Power Center For The Car

This is the easiest — and cheapest — after-market car upgrade you are likely to find. Plug this
retractable car charger
into the lighter, and now you and your guests have every charging option you will likely need for any road trip. Pull out a USB or lightning charger and plug it into your phone. Bring your own cords and plug anything into the USB-C or USB-A ports. It comes in two colors.

The Easy Way To Shave

Finally, something that is easier than shaving and not painful (like waxing) to get rid of body hair where you don’t want it. This
hair eraser
is a smooth, glass surface that gently removes hair and exfoliates skin without cutting, ripping, or pulling. “This thing is amazing,” said one
reviewer
. “I removed the hair from both of my calves and shins in about five minutes.” It comes in six colors.

This Earring Storage That’s Like A Catalog

If finding a pair of earrings to wear has turned into an archeological dig on your vanity, you need this
earring holding organizer
that turns your collection into a catalog. Mount all your earrings into its pages, and when you need new bling, open it up, turn the pages, and find the perfect pair. It buckles closed so you can take it traveling, and it comes in five colors.

This Ironing Glove For Your Steamer

If you have moved on from the iron and ironing board and embraced getting wrinkles out with a steamer, take that effort to the next level with these
steamer ironing gloves
that let you apply some focused steam to a seam, collar, or particularly tenacious wrinkle. Pull it onto one hand and aim the steamer with the other. “Game changer!” said one
reviewer
. “Easy to steam those little sides, endings, and difficult to reach parts of clothing.”

This Drink Dispenser For The Fridge

Whip up a batch of flavored water, iced tea, or whatever you like to sip and stash it in this
drink dispenser
in the fridge so you can fill your glass easily. It will make it easy to stay hydrated without blowing your budget on cans and bottles that need to be recycled. It has a big handle and a push-button spigot to make sipping easy and fun.

The Best Way To Store An Onion

When you have one onion, an apple, or a single piece of any fruit or vegetable to store, don’t set it on the refrigerator shelf where it will dry out and scent everything else in the fridge. Put it into this clever
onion storage container
that locks closed to keep your food fresh and the smell contained. It makes it easy to grab an apple and run out the door, too.

This Hack For Making The Bed

Making the bed just got so much easier! This
mattress lifter tool
gives you the strong extra hand you need and can never find when making the bed. Slide the thin top part under the mattress, then turn the tool 90 degrees to leverage it under the heavy mattress. It does all the lifting and holds the mattress up while you take your time tucking the sheets under it. “This is so genius,” said one
reviewer
.

This Light That’s Also A Flashlight

Stash this
motion sensor night-light
in a corner of the bathroom, kitchen, or anywhere in your house you are likely to stumble around in when it is dark. It turns on when the room is dark and someone moves, and turns itself off again when the room is empty. And you can pick it up and use it as a flashlight, making it perfect for power outages. You can dim or brighten the light using a button on the front.

A Better Way To Store Bras

Get your bra collection out of the dresser and into the closet where you can see your options by hanging them all on this one
bra hanger
that can accommodate eight or more bras, tanks, and other difficult-to-store garments. You can hang a second hanger from the bottom of the first one to handle even more bras. It makes it easy to air dry your bras and put them away in one movement.

This Roll Of Microfiber Towels

This roll of
microfiber cleaning cloths
is the cleaning tool you didn’t know you needed. Grab a cloth from the roll just as you would a paper towel. It is super absorbent and smooth enough to put a streak-free polish on any surface. You can use it wet to clean up messes or use it when it’s dry to polish everything from stainless steel to glasses. You can wash and reuse the rags, too. It comes in three colors.

A Clever Cover For The Stove

Turn the glass top on your stove into a useful surface while protecting it from scratches and messes with these clever
stove top covers
. The silicone mat has raised ridges so you can dry pans or dishes on it, and a lip around the perimeter keeps water off your range. It’s easy to roll up and store when you are using the stove. It comes in three sizes and seven colors.

A Pill Organizer That Holds So Much

Instead of carrying multiple supplement bottles whether you’re on vacation or in your everyday bag, use this clever
pill dispenser
to quickly and effectively sort medications. The top rotates to open a single compartment at a time, and each “slot” is big enough to hold up to 18 large capsules so you’ll have plenty on-hand. It even comes with a set of labels so you don’t have to squint to remember which pill is which.

Cute Little Bolt Covers For The Toilet

Cover up those unsightly (but essential) toilet bolts with these cute little
lighthouses
. They cover up plumbing hardware so your bathroom looks subtly nicer, and will definitely start some conversations. “Everyone who goes to bathroom comes out asking about these covers,” said one
reviewer
.

Plugs That Protect Laptop Innards

When you take your MacBook with you to cafes, to work in the wilds, or even in your own home office, these
anti-dust dirt plugs
will protect the innards from dirt, spills, and other detritus that might attempt to enter through the open ports on the machine. They are easy to install and remove, and add a cute punch of color to the machine. They come in four colors.

Scissors For Cutting Herbs

Skip the hassle of chopping unruly herbs on a board and go straight to sprinkling cut herbs into your plate or pan with these handy
herb shears
. Five blades whip through a sprig of parsley, chives, or basil, quickly turning leaves into perfect edible slivers. It comes with a clever little tool for cleaning between the blades. “Genius invention!” said more than one
reviewer
.

Bumpers That Silence Loud Cabinets

Stick these
cabinet door bumpers
to the impact spot in all your cupboards and drawers so your home is quieter and feels more expensive. Even inexpensive cabinets feel high-end when they don’t bang shut. This pack includes every bumper you will need to quiet your entire home. There are 304 clear pieces in six sizes and thicknesses.

The Rug Pad That Stops The Slipping

If you have a rug that slides around, this
nonslip rug pad
is the easy way to stop that. Cut it to fit and its grippy cells will hold the rug in place. “We have cats that go nuts each night,” said one
reviewer
. “I’d wake up to the family room rug being tossed against the couch or a wall. This pad underneath holds up well to the little nocturnal speed demons, and the rug is now exactly where I left it when I wake up.” There are 18 sizes.

This Adorable Puppy Night-Light

This
adorable dog
is the night-light every child — and many adults — want on their bedside table. It is friendly, adorable, and reliable, gently lighting the room to keep it monster-free. All the joints move, so you can position the little pup however you like and change it as often as you want. There are nine animal styles and colors to choose from.

A Pillow For People With Sensitive Ears

Whether it’s multiple piercings, a medical procedure, or just sleeping with earbuds, this
pillow
for side sleepers features a central cutout for your ear to relieve pressure and pain on tender areas. The pillow is contoured to fit your neck and shoulders, and you can even adjust its firmness by adding or removing stuffing.

Rabbit Ear Tongs

These adorable
bunny toaster tongs
are not merely a decorative element, though they are certainly that. They will be a helpful member of your household. They stand next to the toaster, being cute. When a piece of hot toast needs to be picked up, grab the rabbit and let those long ears take the heat. “I always struggled to get food out of my toaster without burning myself, but when I found these, I thought they were genius!” said one
reviewer
.

The Duster That Can Reach Anywhere

How do you get the cat toys and dust bunnies out from under the fridge? What about all that debris under those low shelves or the couch? This
retractable gap dust cleaner
is the right tool for the job. It reaches into narrow spaces, grabs dirt and dust, and sweeps toys and lost items out. The handle telescopes so you can reach up high, and the two microfiber covers can be used wet or dry.

This Shampoo That Creates Lush, Thick Hair

Turn your limp, thin, flyaway hair into luscious locks with this
thickening shampoo
that removes oil and buildup while moisturizing and adding volume and thickness to your hair. Rich in biotin, vitamin B5, rice protein, and other ingredients that strengthen hair and help it retain moisture so it appears fuller and is easier to style. “AMAZING!” said one
reviewer
. “On the first use, I could feel how soft and smooth [it] made [my hair].”

A Cute Compact For Pills

If you have to remember to take more than one pill daily, you need this
travel pill organizer
so you have those medications or supplements with you and can easily remember which ones you have and have not taken. It has eight compartments and comes with labels so you can organize your meds the way you like — by day of the week, by medication, or a combination. It comes in five colors.

A Pack Of Portable Toilet Seat Covers

Sitting on a public toilet seat can be a horrifying experience, but squatting over the seat often creates that horror. Pack along these
toilet seat covers
so you can sit in comfort without getting any of that on you. The paper gets sucked into the toilet when you flush and is biodegradable so it won’t hurt anything. This is five pocket-sized packs, each with 10 covers.

The Bidet You Can Take With You

Once you live with a bidet in your bathroom, it becomes difficult to endure the barbarity of a bathroom without one. This
portable bidet
solves the outside world. Fill it with water from the sink and enjoy the cleanliness of a nether region shower wherever you are. It delivers a high-pressure shower when you squeeze the body. It comes in five colors.

The Jar Opener That Can Remove Any Lid

This
jar opener
is real-life empowerment. With it mounted to the underside of a cabinet in your kitchen, there is no jar in existence that can defeat you. Push that difficult, huge, stubborn lid into its toothy grip and turn the jar. You can use both hands. It holds the lid tight. “Genius invention,” said many
reviewers
. “Works on everything we’ve thrown at it, from large jars to smaller bottles with stubborn caps.”

This USB Power Center That’s Slick & Colorful

Power your entire rig from this slick but
slim USB wall charger
. It turns one standard plug into four USB plugs without eating the whole outlet, taking up surface area on your desk or counter, or looking stupid. In fact, it looks colorful, cute, and modern. It comes in a two-port option, too. There are nine color choices.

A Waterproof Mat For Under The Sink

Don’t wait until after there is a leak to fit this
under-sink mat
into your cupboard. It is the waterproof layer that will stop that leak from destroying expensive wood cabinets. A lip around the edge contains the water or spilled cleaning products and it comes in 20 colors and 11 sizes.

Silicone Trivets That Are Super Versatile & Pretty

Set these
silicone trivets
on your counter for a pop of color, and it’ll be so easy to set down a hot pan without scorching your permanent surfaces. In a pinch, you can grab one and use it to pick up a hot plate or pan, since the silicone is flexible and heat-resistant. They are pretty enough to use as chargers on a table setting and durable enough to be workhorses in the kitchen. This is a set of three, and they come in 13 colors.

The Faucet Mat That Eliminates Spills

Elevate the look and function of the kitchen sink by installing this
faucet mat
around the faucet. The diatomite stone is super absorbent, so it catches splashes and spills. And it dries quickly, so those spills evaporate without leaving anything for you to wipe up. Set all your sponges, brushes, and soap bottles on it, and it will keep the drips and spills in order so your sink always looks clean and stylish. It comes in three colors and five sizes.

Chair Socks To Protect Your Floors

Pull these
silicone chair leg covers
over the feet of your chairs like socks so the sharp edges of those feet don’t ruin your floors. Meanwhile, the chair will move silently so you don’t have to endure a harsh scraping sound every time someone sits or gets up. They have felt on the bottom and, since the sock is stretchy, you can take them off again. They won’t fall off, though, the way the stick-on felt versions inevitably do. Choose from five sizes and a bunch of colors.

The Drain Cover That Catches Hair

Keep the hair out of the drain in the shower by covering it with this
hair catcher
that fits over any drain — even those with a pop-up water stopper installed. It lets water through. It’s easy to pick up and clean. It even looks good. It is weighted so it stays in place and comes in lots of stylish matte colors.

A Hair Brush With Storage

You will always be able to find a hair tie when you are doing your hair if you store them in the clever drawer in this
storage hair brush
. Toss it into your travel bag so you always have everything you need on the road, or use it at home so you don’t have to hunt down a hair tie with a braid in one hand. The drawer has two compartments, so you can keep elastics separate from clips or bobby pins. It comes in white or pink.

The Trick For Fixing Scratched Furniture

That dinged table in the thrift shop will look as good as new when you are finished touching it up with this
furniture repair kit
. Then turn these markers and crayons on your floors, cabinets, and dresser. The waxy, colored crayons fill deep scratches while the markers hide stains, water marks, and other blemishes. “I bought thrift store furniture and now it looks new!” said one
reviewer
. “Way cheaper than buying new.”

A 12-Pack Of Ring Size Adjusters For Your Jewelry Box

You will never lose another ring if you have these
size adjusters
on hand, but unlike a trip to the jeweler they’re easily reversible. Their silicone spirals wrap around bands up to 6 millimeters wide to shrink rings by as much as 1.5 sizes and you can easily remove them when you don’t need a smaller fit, too, if you’re prone to fluctuations.

The Shower Mat That’s Like A Loofah

Turn the bottom of your shower into a place that is beautiful and that gives you pleasure by setting this
loofah shower mat
there. The pattern brings ambiance to an otherwise boring shower base, and the texture turns every shower into a pleasurable, exfoliating foot scrub. It comes in 18 patterns and nine sizes.

This Recipe Book For All Your Cooking Secrets

When you find a recipe you like, write it down in this
recipe book
so you don’t forget about it or how to repeat it. There is room for pairing notes, instructions, and a scannable list of ingredients so you can format your recipes just as if they were in a cookbook. It comes with colorful stickers so you can tag recipes that use ingredients you often have on hand or that fit a diet you need to accommodate. There are several bookmarks, cooking info, tips, and a table of contents page so you can create a searchable index.

Clear Acrylic Shelves With No Tools Required

Custom bathroom organization in just minutes — no tools required. Just mount this
acrylic floating shelf
with the included damage-free adhesive, wait 24 hours, then load it up with your biggest shampoo bottles: It’ll hold up to 15 pounds and even has pre-drilled drainage holes to keep everything drip-dried.

The Lids That Cover Anything

When you have a bit of leftover fruit, egg salad, or pasta and can’t be bothered to find a container to stash it in for later, you will be so glad you have these
universal silicone lids
. Drop one over your bowl and put it in the fridge. The lid seals so tight you can lift the bowl by the knob on the top. Leave the lid on to microwave those leftovers. Then toss the lid into a drawer to store it.

A Clever Way To Store Bed Sheets

When you have more than one bed size in the house, finding the right sheets for one of them can turn into a folding and refolding excavation that no one enjoys. These
bed sheet storage label bands
let you label the sheets so that never happens again. Just fold the sheets and wrap the label around the set before you stack them in your linen closet. There are three colors and 13 size and quantity options.

The Spinner Ring For Nervous Energy

If you click a pen, twist your hair, or otherwise fidget when you get nervous, wear this
anxiety spinner ring
so you have a healthy place to direct that energy. The ring is always on your hand and in easy reach, and it won’t make sounds to annoy others. There are 14 styles to choose from, and it comes in sizes five through 11.

This Hair Remover That’s Fast & Easy

Keeping those unwanted stray hairs that crop up in the wrong places off of your face isn’t time-consuming, expensive, or difficult if you have this
facial hair remover
in your primping arsenal. Hit the button, sweep it over the spot, and carry on with your routine. It shaves close, doesn’t hurt, and is about the size of a lipstick. “This is pure genius!” said one
reviewer
. “I use it every day and I love the results. No razor burn. Smooth skin without bumps. It shaves very close, too!”

Liners So Your Fridge Is Clean & Pretty

Instead of emptying the fridge and wiping every shelf to clean the interior, line those shelves with these
refrigerator liners
. When you want to clean a shelf, pull out the liner and rinse it off. The cheery punch of colors will give you a mood boost, too, when you open it to stare aimlessly in there. There are three sizes and five color schemes to choose from.

A Magnetic Shelf For The Back Of The Range

Keep a few essential tools or spices right where you can easily find them when you are cooking by sticking this
stovetop shelf
to the back of your range. It clings magnetically, so it will stay put and is the perfect place to set some salt, oils, and a spatula or two. The flexible silicone molds to the shape of your stove and goes into the dishwasher for cleanup.

This Roller Serum That Wakes Up Your Eyes

When your eyes are puffy and tired, this
roller serum
with caffeine and retinol will wake them up, calm the puff, and brighten your whole look. Caffeine diminishes dark circles. Hyaluronic acid boosts your skin’s moisture so lines disappear. Niacinamide softens your skin. Retinol plumps and firms everything up. And “the roller ball applicator is pure genius!” said one
reviewer
. “It allows for mess-free application, keeping the product off your fingers.”

Bird Nest Hair Clips Made With Velvet

These
bird nest claw clips
are a simple way to style your hair and keep it off your face, with a genius interlocking design instead of the traditional clamp. Lock one around the base of a ponytail or use it to secure a bun — the velvet fabric provides extra grip and, of course, looks so nice.

This Dish Brush That Brings The Soap

Cleaning a pan or getting a bowl washed and back into use is much easier when you have this
dish brush with a soap dispenser
waiting in the wings. Grab it, push the button, and sweep the soapy bristles around the inside of that dirty dish. No prep, soaking, finding the soap bottle, or filling the sink with hot water. It comes with a matching drainage dish so you can drop it back there to wait for the next pan.

Hair Scrunchies That Light Up

Wrap your hair up in one of these
LED scrunchies
, and you will be the hit of the party. Set them to flash — fast or slow — or glow continuously, and you won’t get lost at the concert, disappear into the crowd, or need a flashlight. Perfect for keeping track of a child at a nighttime event or for upping the bling of your own ensemble. There are two styles.

The Tool You Need To Clean Hairbrushes

Make it easier to keep your hairbrush clean by keeping this
hairbrush cleaner
in your vanity kit. Instead of jamming your fingers into the bristles to pull out hair, it reaches in and combs it all out quickly and effectively. Then flip it around and use the scrubby bristles to clean the hairbrush bed. It comes in three colors.

This Coin Purse That’s So Cute & Useful

Whether you use it to keep a few coins handy or as a place to stash jewelry, medicines, or other small items in a larger bag, these
squeeze coin purses
are terrific. They are easy to open, small enough to drop into a pocket, and secure. “Best change purse I’ve ever had!” said one
reviewer
. “So easy to use, very well made, comes in bright colors so you can spot it inside a purse.” They come in 11 colors.

A Face Mask Loaded With Korean Beauty Secrets

Open this
red bean mask
and settle in for some delicious self care. It exfoliates, clears pores, removes excess sebum, moisturizes, and improves skin texture while smelling like mint and tapping the power of ancient Korean plant-based beauty secrets. “I’m obsessed,” said one
reviewer
. “Gently exfoliates and cleanses my pores, leaving my skin looking radiant and feeling soft.”

This Hack For Never Losing The Remote

End the daily quest to track down your remote controls by giving them a place to live that is easy to put on repeat. This
remote control holder
lets you stick the remote to the TV, a wall, the coffee table, or whatever works for you. Peel and stick the base where you want to stash the remote. Then stick the other side to the remote. Forevermore, putting the remote away is a matter of touching it to that base. Genius! It comes in black or white.

The Counter Mat That Cleans Itself

Set your coffee machine, the mixer, or the dish rack on this
absorbent counter mat
and stop spending your time wiping up spills. It is super absorbent and dries quickly, so those spills and water drips seem to disappear. You can cut it to whatever size you need, and it comes in 16 colors and three sizes. “My coffee area has never been this clean,” reported one
reviewer
.

A Super-Slim Toaster That Fits Almost Anywhere

This ultra-slim
toaster
takes up half the size of conventional models thanks to its single long slot, which can hold two pieces of bread side by side or lengthier slices like baguettes. It offers six settings and comes with a removable crumb tray — with the handiest cord-wrap feature for clutter-free counters. In shades like blossom pink, oat milk white, and sea glass green, it also looks great in the kitchen.

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The Phone Stand That’s All You Need

Your phone is willing to do so much more when you aren’t holding it in your hand. It needs a stand, though, so you can glance at the screen while you rest or work. This
adjustable phone stand
is the one. The angle adjusts. The metal is solid. It has a channel to run your charging cable through, and it holds your phone securely in portrait or landscape position. It comes in seven colors.

This Cosmetic Bag That Holds So Much Gear

This
cosmetic bag
is so much more than just pretty. It is high-functioning style. It opens up all the way, so you don’t need to unpack it to find what you need. It has several clever interior pockets to keep your gear in order. And the double zippers make it easy to open and close. It’s waterproof and easy to clean. “This bag is genius,” said one
reviewer
. “It holds soooo much without taking up a huge amount of room in a backpack or suitcase.” It comes in eight colors.

Copper Charms That Keep Flowers Fresh

Flower food never seems to work as well as it should, but the old wives’ tale about using a penny to keep the water clean holds true — and you don’t have to wash any spare change. Just drop one of these sweet heart-shaped 100%
copper charms
into your vase to naturally cleanse the water so your blooms stay vibrant for as long as possible.

Clever Adhesive Pockets For Cabinet Doors

Sometimes it’s the little things — or keeping the little things contained, in this case. Perfect for adding small storage to larger areas like cupboards, desks, and fridge doors, this four-pack of
storage cups
uses damage-free adhesive to mount anywhere you need them so your essentials (whatever they may be) are always close at hand.

A 2-In-1 Olive Oil Spray

If you like the option to toggle between a drizzle and a spritz of cooking oil, this
2-in-1 dispenser
replaces extra bottles cluttering your cupboard and makes it easy to cook with the oil you like best. It’s housed in a glass jar with a BPA-free plastic head that features a precision nozzle: A quick press dispenses your oil in a fine mist, while a slower touch produces a steady stream. Meal prep just got

so

much easier.

An Aesthetic Foaming Soap Dispenser

A little upgrade that makes a big difference, this
soap dispenser
works with gels, lotions, and more — but, if you add a little bit of water, it’ll create a sudsy foam that makes washing your hands that much more tactile. Its wide head presses down with satisfying sturdiness and the clear glass jar comes embossed in gorgeous crystal-like facets and designs that’ll look so good on your countertop.

A Patent-Pending Shave Cream That Minimizes Bumps

This
shaving cream
can help nip ingrown hairs and razor burn in the bud with its clinically-proven formula. The rich cream is not only incredibly moisturizing thanks to a blend of plant oils, aloe, maca, and shea butter — which softens hair while protecting your skin — but also pH-balanced to be safe on sensitive areas. “Don’t hesitate,” one
fan
raved. “I am in love with this product. It is the smoothest most comfortable shave over any product and I have tried many.”