32 Game-Changing Products For Cleaning Procrastinators

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16-05-2025

An "Angry Mama" microwave cleaner if you tend to let your microwave get to the point where it could pass as a freaking crime scene. This mama will tackle any microwave mess with just a little bit of water and vinegar. Just heat her up for a few minutes and wipe away what's left over from your leftovers!
A foaming garbage disposal cleaner capable of turning your food graveyard into a lemon-scented haven. I think we all can collectively agree that shoving our hand down the disposal to deep clean is NOT it. Just place the packet in the disposal, let it soak, and turn on your disposal! Easy peasy lemon squeezy!
A pack of Bissell Stomp 'n Go stain lifting pads that quite literally do what the name says they do. Stomp on any pet-related stain, dirty carpet spot, or spilled liquid, and simply watch the stain go away without any scrubbing or touching. These are great for those of you who want a quick solution and hate touching anything dirty.
The Baseboard Buddy because getting down on your hands and knees like Cinderella is not in your job title (even though cleaning baseboards is something you should do every now and then). The extendable arm gets in places high and low, and it's way better than pricey disposable dusters because the pads are reusable!
An EasyWring microfiber spin mop since your floors do, in fact, need to be mopped even though you'd like to think otherwise. The handle extends up to four feet, and the built-in mop wringer allows for hands-free wringing, making mopping just a little bit less of a headache.
A life-saving ChomChom roller to put other lint rollers to SHAME because this bad boy can be used over and over again. All you need to do is just roll, watch the fur disappear, and easily empty it all out for a super fast cleanup!
A bottle of Wet & Forget cleaner destined to turn your shower and tub from grimy and dirty to spiffy and shiny. All you gotta do is spray, let it sit overnight, and rinse! Finally, now you can enjoy your own scrub-a-dub-dub time *without* having to scrub-a-dub-dub the hard-to-reach crevices on your hands and knees.
A flexible drain snake for when it's finally time to tackle that clogged shower drain. This has small micro hooks that grab onto hair easily, and even though the results will make you want to gag, this so comes in handy for those rare deep cleaning sessions.
A Cerama-Bryte cooktop cleaning kit so when you look at your glass stove top, you can smile at your reflection instead of rolling your eyes at the leftover grease, dried-up pasta water, and other messes that come with cooking at home. It comes with a cleaning solution, cleaning pads, and a scraper tool.
An extendable fan cleaner that will get all the dust bunnies up on the blades in one fell swoop. This is so much easier than standing on a chair or ladder with paper towels, and it's even great for dusting higher surfaces like air vents or corners of your ceilings.
A fume-free oven cleaner meant to tackle the most hard-to-remove buildup from last week's dinner that you just wish cleaned itself up. No more wasting money on weaker cleaning products; this stuff is literally called Easy-Off because it easily gets all the gunk off with a simple spray and swipe. New oven, who dis?
A reusable pumice stone so you can easily scratch away at those yucky stains without leaving behind scratch marks in the bowl. Those regular plastic bristles are no match for this strong yet gentle cleaner that makes your porcelain throne look brand stinkin' new (minus the literal stink).
A jar of *THE* Pink Stuff — it'll work wonders to remove dirt, oil, grime, rust, and stains from pretty much any surface. You'll be surprised that the ingredient list doesn't just say "magic" since it brings your things (stoves, pans, sinks, etc.) back to life with little to no elbow grease required.
A set of cleaning brush attachments you can attach to a drill for some serious scrubbin'. If you've ever broken a cleaning brush scrubbing with too much elbow grease, this is the thing for you. Your back will thank you, your bathroom surfaces will sparkle, and you will be so thankful cleaning took half the time it usually does.
A blind-cleaning tool, which gets rid of the dust on the top AND bottom of not one but TWO blinds at once. This comes with five microfiber cleaning towels and saves you from using up a whole roll of paper towels just for cleaning the blinds.
A Swiffer duster with an extended handle — higher than average ceilings were a cool idea in theory, but in reality, they kinda require a lot of upkeep. This handy duster extends up to three feet to trap and lock dust, saving you from constantly using a ladder. How does that dust get up there? Who knows, but this handy tool will help you remove it all!
A handheld steam cleaner to get all that dirt and dust that has somehow ingrained itself into your window sills or floors. While this is great for hard surfaces, it also works for toys and upholstery. This reviewer says that it has even helped them enjoy cleaning. (What a concept!)
A mold and mildew remover gel so you can actually enjoy your "me time" in the shower or tub without the scary sight of gross black stuff growin' in your grout. Squeeze this on the affected area, leave it on for 6–8 hours, and wipe away to reveal a clean new surface.
A professional-strength grout cleaner because the white grout you chose to go with your white tile is now somehow very, very dark. 😳 Revive your bathroom or kitchen floors with this solution, which comes with a flip-top cap for accurate application and no wasted product.
A Bissell Little Green Multi-Purpose Cleaner, which works ✨wonders✨ on your couches, carpets, and other upholstery items since it literally sucks up dirt, stubborn stains, and any other nasty spills that have worked their way into your life. So the next time it looks like bloody murder on your carpet, this will do just the trick.
Dishwasher cleaning tablets because the machine that's meant to clean your dishes should probably be clean itself and not filled with residual food gunk and grime. Simply drop a tablet into the dishwasher, run a regular cycle, and let it do the work for you!
A jetted bathtub cleaner so you can enjoy that big ol' tub of yours without the creeping thought of, "Has anyone ever cleaned these jets?" The results might make you gag a little, but it's way better than having to get down and dirty in each jet because you just pour this in with a full tub, run the jets, and spray away all the yuck!
A Chomp! oil stain remover, because every time you pull into the driveway, you're reminded of that stain that has been there for who knows how long. Just pour it over the desired area, let it dry, and brush it away. Who knew that bringing back your curb appeal was that easy?
A pressure washer so you don't have to be like the Karate Kid with the constant "wax on, wax off" method when tackling your dull patio and not-so-fabulous fence. This handy dandy machine makes your home look brand new, all without making that expensive call to the professionals.
A nontoxic fireplace cleaner meant to tackle soot, ash, and all fire-related grime that's been building up on your stone and brick. This gel helps make it look brand-spankin' new, and it even comes with a brush for scrubbing!
A box of Magic Erasers so you can truly embrace your inner Mr. Clean and tackle all those annoying stains, scuff marks, and messes around the house. Reviewers love how easy these are to use and appreciate how they can get a good clean without having to use harsh chemicals.
A robot vacuum because sometimes sweeping Roscoe's shedding fur, getting the under-the-bed dust, and picking up all that dirt that your kids trek in from the backyard just... sucks. Thankfully, this powerful vacuum literally ~sucks~ that all up and saves you from having to manually do it yourself.
A genius Tineco 2-in-1 cordless vacuum and mop so you can check off two annoying household tasks at one time!! Unlike regular mops, this retains 90% of dirty water, so your floors will be clean *and* dry in minutes. I've got two words for ya... life changing!
A broom and dustpan set, because the worst part about sweeping is the dust and dirt that get stuck to the BROOM instead of going into the actual dustpan. The teeth on this dustpan make it so you don't have to use your hands to get all the gunk off the broom bristles. Plus, it has a clip-on design for easy storage.
A set of Bottle Bright tablets — you probably haven't been regularly cleaning your water bottle, and it's starting to show (yikes!). This requires no scrubbing: add hot water, let it sit for 15–20 minutes, and rinse away all that gross buildup. Not only is it ~so~ satisfying to dump out all the residue down the drain, but you now have a sparkly clean bottle!
A screen-cleaning brush, since you'd like to actually see out your screen door, thank you very much. With some soap and water, this will tackle all that stubborn dirt and grime that's been living rent-free on your screen doors.
A pack of K-Cup cleaners you simply put in your coffee machine to help get rid of any leftover residue and old coffee grounds that might spoil that first cup of coffee in the morning. Using one of these bad boys makes cleaning so much easier and can even increase the lifespan of your morning bestie (aka your Keurig).