You'll Instantly Envy The Genius Who Invented These 34 Products — They're Just That Good

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30-03-2025

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It's perfectly normal to be jealous of the masterminds behind these inventions.
1. A pair of ceiling fan charms with some big "why didn't I think of that?" energy. You'll never have to guess whether you're pulling the cord for the light or the fan! These also add a good foot of length to your pulls, which is super helpful for the shorties out there.
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Promising review:"This is the definition of 'product you didn't know you needed because you didn't know it existed.' I was FOREVER pulling the wrong chain on our bedroom ceiling fan. (Want the light off? Oh no...now the fan's on high. Need to change the fan speed? Eek...now you're in the dark.) They're much better quality than I expected. They're actually quite heavy-duty pull chains, and they add a bit of fun to the decor." — LHD
Get them from Amazon for $5.88+ (available in two lengths and gfive styles).
2. Some bedsheet tags if you're tired of playing guessing games when it's time to change 'em. You'll instantly know which set of sheets are for which bed, and where each corner goes. Like I said, genius.
Bed Corner Labels is a woman-owned small business based in Hermosa Beach, California.
These labels can be left on sheets while they're in the washer and dryer. They can also be detached and reattached a limited number of times.
Promising review: "They're easy to attach to sheets and look better than the safety pin I was using to designate the long side of my king-sized sheets." — ESimms5555
Get a set of four labels from Bed Corner Labels on Etsy for $13.75+ (available in larger sets and eight styles).
3. A clever coffee pod tray so you have some hidden storage that also frees up valuable kitchen space. Obviously you can't give up your coffee pods, but you can find a better way to store them.
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Promising review: "This space saver K-cup is wonderful! It is attractive and keeps my counter clutter-free. It is lightweight but very sturdy. I would highly recommend this for anyone wanting to gain valuable counter space." — christine h
Get it from Amazon for $19.99.
4. An RFID-blocking travel wallet with seemingly endless compartments for everything you could possibly need, like cash, credit cards, passports, boarding passes, and more! There's even a designated pouch for your cell phone. You'll be much *more* organized when you head out on your next journey — even if it's just down the road to a coffee shop.
Promising review:"I absolutely love this wallet. I needed a new travel wallet, and this holds everything I need all in one place, and it still closes nicely and stays flat! I can fit my boarding pass, passport, ID, credit cards, money, checked baggage tickets, receipts, and more in it, yet it doesn't bulk up or look like an overstuffed mess. It's just amazing. The description says it only holds US money, but I just used the boarding pass flap to hold all my Japanese Yen (¥), which are larger. I didn't use the zippered pocket for coins as I much prefer a separate coin purse for that sort of thing. I definitely recommend to anyone who travels a lot!" — Anthony Luu
Get it from Amazon for $13.99 (available in 24 colors).
5. A "Cup Claw" to quickly grab the twisted-up pads and cups in your bras so you can put them back into place with ease — or get rid of 'em entirely. No more trying to shrink your fingers to fit into that microscopic hole OR trying to use tweezers that could damage your bra.
Cup Claw is a US-based, family-owned small business specializing in fashion tools.
Promising review: "After so many lost bra pads, this has been a lifesaver. Instead of feeling immense amounts of frustration, trying to get the pads back into place, this works like a breeze. It is simple to use, effective, and takes a lot of stress out of life. If you are tired of fighting with pads to get them smoothed out and back into place, I highly recommend this." — Wesley I.
Get it from Amazon for $14.99.
6. A ~brilliant~ neck reading light bookworms will praise until the end of time for its sheer wisdom. You'll be able to read in the dark without straining your eyeballs or committing to a disturbingly bright overhead light.
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Promising review:"I don't have the best lighting in this house or the best eyes, and that makes for a hard time cross-stitching. These are absolutely wonderful! I can see my patterns and do my cross-stitching which is so great during this quarantine. Be sure to charge every night after use though. And they are so lightweight I forget I'm wearing them! Highly recommended!" — Nini
Get it from Amazon for $17.58+ (available in seven colors).
7. Glisten disposer cleaner, which will put an end to all the mysterious gunk lurking down there *without* any elbow-deep dirty work. And the blue foam is pretty fun to watch, so this may just become one of your fave cleaning tasks.
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Promising review:"This product is amazing. Every time I ran the dishwasher there was this horrible smell. So much that you could smell it throughout the apartment. I even started just hand-washing my dishes. But after about a week, the smell came back. I bought so many products to try and eliminate the smell, but after a couple of days, it would come back. Then I saw this product on BuzzFeed and thought to myself, why not? The first time I used it cleaned it out pretty well. Better than the other products. But then I used it a second time, and there was no smell. I'm going on two weeks of using my dishwasher, and I can't smell anything. I highly recommend this if you're having the same problem I was. This is by far the best kitchen cleaning product I've ever purchased." — Khrystyne Torres
Get a pack for four uses from Amazon for $3.78 (also available in larger packs).
8. Detergent cup holders that'll make you whisper "Where have you been all my life?" when you do laundry. Gone are the days of wiping up soapy puddles that dripped onto the floor.
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Promising review:"I love these. I wish I knew about them sooner! I was always keeping towels under my laundry soap for when the soap would drip. But now I don't need to. Must buy." — Amanda A.
Get a two-pack from Amazon for $5.94.
9. A "cat dancer" toy because sometimes cheap thrills are a ~purrfect~ solution for hyperactive kitties! Wave this toy around and watch 'em dance the night away — it'll be their newest obsession (and maybe yours too).
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Promising review:"Super simple, ridiculously simple cat toy, that is a MUST-have for kitties who like to chase and bat at moving toys. I have the fishing rod style toy which they like, but it was the introduction of the Cat Dancer that really lights them up. I don't know exactly what it is, but they flipping LOVE the look and movement of this toy. It just has a super appealing movement that drives them [wild]. They just sit and stare at other toys, but this? WHOA!" — Precise Disarray
Get it from Amazon for $3.99.
10. A jewelry-cleaning pen when your accessories have become dreadfully dull and you want 'em to ~shine bright like a diamond~ once again. I bet you'll soon be writing a love letter to the brainiac who invented it!
This cleaning pen has soft bristles for gentle cleaning, and is filled with a cleansing and polishing solution that removes dirt and oil, and fills in scratches, making jewelry as good as new! All you need to do is twist the bottom of the pen and start brushin'.
Promising review:"Ooh la la! A must-have! Great product! I'll be keeping this little baby in my purse! After cleaning the ring, I walked outside in the sun and it was gorgeous!!!!! I like how it gets between the tiny diamonds and underneath/between the setting to really clean well. I definitely recommend this to anyone who likes a sparkly diamond!" — AJK
Get it from Amazon for $9.48 (also available in multipacks).
11. A nifty car seat buckle release tool — your innocent nails have suffered enough at the hand of your kid's buckle. This Shark Tank invention helps you unbuckle *without* any causalities. It's also great for people with arthritis, carpal tunnel, and other conditions that cause limited hand strength.
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UnbuckleMe is a woman-owned small business run by Becca Davison and her mother Barbara Heilman, an occupational therapist and grandmother of four.
Watch a TikTok of a mom explain why this tool has been a game changer.
Promising review:" OUTSTANDING! I am a young grandmother in my 50s and TIRED of breaking my nails on the car seat fasteners. Both my granddaughter and I LOVE this gadget. She keeps it tucked inside the pocket of her car seat. I never have to look for it. When we make it to our destination, I ask her to get it ready. In SECONDS the car seat is unbuckled. What a godsend! Truly, if we had been in an accident or other emergency, it would have taken me several attempts to free my granddaughter. I consider this a danger! This little device makes car seats enjoyable again. The color makes it easy to find and it fits logically right where it's supposed to...no need to carry instructions. I cannot say enough about this product and would recommend it to everyone." — Winnie
Get it from Amazon for $12.74 (available in seven colors).
12. Revlon's One-Step Hair Dryer and Volumizer brush if your goal is to style and dry your hair at the same time. You'll speed up your routine while giving your hair an unbelievable amount of shine and volume! It uses special vents to help hair dry faster with less heat damage.
Unlike other hair dryers, this one can be held closer to the roots and scalp for a higher volume and lift and helps you curl hair at the end while it dries. It comes with three heat settings and is designed to work on all hair textures — reviewers with 2a – 4c hair mentioned it working for them, and especially noted that it helps cut down on drying time!
Promising reviews:"Oh. My. Gosh. Let me start off by saying I HATE doing my hair. It's long, straight, and really fine so I just let it air dry and call it a day but that leaves it flat, frizzy, and a little wavy in the back. Well I got this puppy in the mail today so immediately jumped in the shower so I could use my new drying brush and this thing is literally magic! It dried it so silky smooth and gave me so much volume. I used it on the low setting first then high and was blown away. I will forever be drying my hair this way. I feel like a hair model LOL. So basically ... just buy the thing. You won't regret it!" — Chloe512
"I love this, I wish I would have bought it sooner. Best purchase ever and most definitely would buy again. I absolutely love how it leaves my hair, soft and shiny. I don't even need to straighten my hair because I have curly hair care. This helps me get ready in half the time that I would have to brush it. Blow dry it and flat iron this works." — Miriam Ramos
Get it from Amazon for $33.49 (available in four colors/styles).
13. A quick *and* efficient Yonanas fruit soft-serve maker for whipping up a healthy, tasty treat in no time. Add your frozen ingredients of choice and you'll have dreamy, delish soft serve in minutes. Bonus: The removable parts are top-rack dishwasher-safe and the base can easily be wiped down when you're done!
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Promising review:"I saw one of these in action at a friend's house like five years ago and thought it was just a made up memory, because making ice cream out of solely frozen fruit seems wild. But when I saw a TikTok about it I immediately went to Amazon and bought it. Literally, this was the BEST decision of my life. I still cannot believe how amazing this thing is! It makes the creamiest, best-tasting fruit ice cream ever. It's easy to take apart and clean, and super easy to use." — DMCKAY
Get it from Amazon for $36.99+ (available in six colors).
14. A TikTok-famous adjustable mug organizer set to free up some space *and* reduce cabinet clutter. Place the circular organizers on top of a mug and you'll have a sturdy base for a second mug on top without it crashing down on you.
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Elypro is a small business in New York City making clever organization products for the home.
Promising review: "These mug organizers work really well. I just ordered my third set. I've been using them for about five months and the cups sit on them nicely. I like that you can change the size so if you have some mugs which are bigger/smaller than others, the organizers work for them as well." — Amazon Customer
Get a set of six (to organize 12 mugs) from Amazon for $24.99 (available in three colors).
15. A bug bite suction tool because what's worse than getting bitten the moment you step outside to enjoy some fresh air? This tool sucks the venom or insect saliva out to help reduce itching, redness, and swelling. Hats off to the mastermind who invented this!
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It works on mosquito bites, wasp/bee stings, and more.
Promising review:"I bought this because I saw it on TikTok, and have been having issues with mosquito bites. Used it a few times to relieve itchiness and I am convinced it works! Have been recommending it to my family and friends. Read the directions and follow them carefully. Don't use this on your face or neck, or other sensitive areas. Don't do a lot of suction, just a little bit. And do it a few times if needed. Great invention!" — Joe
Get it from Amazon for $6.96+ (available in three colors and in multipacks).
16. Crayola Globbles if getting your kid to sit down for an activity is not in the cards. They (or you!) will have a ~ball~ squishing, stretching, and slinging these around. Don't worry, reviewers say they don't leave behind a sticky residue.
Promising review:" I waited over two months to write my review! My 4-year-old daughter plays with these DAILY! YES they do attract dirt and hair. HOWEVER, they are so easy to rinse off, it's not a big deal! We took these to a family gathering and ended up giving two away because they were SO loved! The two we gave away went to a 12-year-old and my 19-year-old brother. They discovered throwing them at the ceiling fan and watching them shoot across the room, which was pretty entertaining! None of them have busted or ripped and they are definitely NOT gentle with them! I will definitely be buying more!" — Heather Hambrick
Get a six-pack from Amazon for $10.99+ (also available in packs of 16).
17. A ceiling fan carbon filter so the blades can trap dust, pollen, and dander while they spin. Stick it right to the fan blade and forget about it until it's time for a replacement! I bet you'll prefer this over cleaning the blades every few months only to inhale a mouthful of dust.
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Simply peel it off when it's time for a replacement! Each one lasts about 1 to 3 months after installation depending on your home's allergens.
Promising reviews: "I wasn't sure what to expect when purchasing these, but now they are a staple in every room of our house. Within three days, the air smelled more crisp and was easier to breathe in our home. So simple and effective!" — Haylee Marez
"We have these on every ceiling fan in our house and have noticed such a difference since installing them! There is less dust on our furniture, and the general air quality in our rooms has improved. There is no longer dust build-up on our fan blades. Super easy to install!" — Hannah McClam
Get a three-pack from Amazon for $21.99.
18. A pair of prism spectacles — those days of trying to read while lying down leading to a sore neck are officially over! They're also great for playing games, watching TV, and other activities that basically require you to be horizontal.
Promising review:"I didn't know what I was missing until I used this. My life is now complete. If you enjoy comfort and lazy binge-watching but don't care how ridiculous you look wearing these, then you have found Nirvana. My glasses fit in these just fine. Takes a minute to get used to, then it becomes your reason to live. Expect people to laugh at you, but forgive them for they know not what they are missing." — Michael Boyd
Get them from Amazon for $12.99.
19. A life-saving ChomChom pet hair remover roller for anyone who loves their fur child but not the ongoing hair issue. Roll it back and forth on the hair-ridden area, then empty the compartment into the trash. It has over 140,00 5-star ratings for a reason, folks.
Promising reviews: "I have a golden retriever and the shedding is out of control. My fabric sofa is constantly covered in hair and I finally decided to try this after reading an article about popular TikTok products. The reviews do not lie, this thing works magic!! I wish I had taken a before and after picture because the difference is noticeable. I watched the video tutorial before I tried it to ensure I was using it properly and everything he says is true, you do really have to put your arm to work with vigorous back and forth movement! However, I find it's a great arm workout and it works wonders." — Joanne Ertel
Get it from Amazon for $19.59+ (available in two colors/styles and in a mini size).
20. A HyperChiller device when you prefer cold coffee but can't possibly fathom waiting for it to cool down in the fridge. Who has the time?? This magical machine can cool down your coffee (or tea, or wine!) in a whopping 60 seconds without watering it down.
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Promising review:"Got this for my boyfriend who hates hot coffee but makes his coffee with the Keurig. This little thing fits right on the freezer door, cleans really easily, and cools down whatever you put into it so quickly. We have even used it to cool down wine and other spirits that aren't carbonated. It beats adding ice to a drink you don't want to water down!" — J_Thill
Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in five colors).
21. A long-handled standing weeder because bending over to pull pesky weeds should be illegal. Your yard will look absolutely ~flawless~ after using this tool and you'll be totally pain free. Genius much??
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It's made with a bamboo handle and powder-coated steel, it uses a simple lever system to make weeding easy.
Grampa's Gardenware Co. is a small, family-owned business based in Oregon making tools for gardening.
Promising review:"Oh my god, I friggin' love this tool. I bought this on a whim given we bought our first house and know nothing about caring for a yard. Boy has it come in handy. Our new house had a ton of weeds in the front yard and this tool helped me get most of them out in no time. In fact, the process of yanking out the weeds was strangely satisfying! I don't think anyone can say that weeding is fun but this tool made it as close to fun as you can get, especially when you see a long root along with the weed you pulled." — JG
Get it from Amazon for $36.97.
22. Anti-slip glasses holders — let's be honest, you spend an ungodly amount of time pushing your glasses back up your nose...only for them to fall back down again. These are made of silicone and will help secure your glasses without squeezing your skull until it nearly pops.
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Promising review:"I love this product. I had grown weary with my glasses sliding off my face. It's like I had to choose between them being tight and causing headaches and pain behind my ears or being comfortable but not functional. I decided to look for a solution. This was a fair price and different options (color-wise) so I ordered it. They are very comfortable. I can inspect under my bus without my glasses sliding off my face and don't have to hold them on anymore. They work perfectly. My glasses do not move at all." — Danyelle Brazell
Get a set of three pairs from Amazon for $9.99 (available in black or a multicolor pack).
23. A game-changing outlet shelf for keeping additional items off your cluttered surfaces. Use it to hold your electric toothbrush or even your Alexa device! Either way, you'll be relieved to have one less thing occupying counter space.
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Promising review: "Bought this on Prime Day. I like listening to music/podcasts in the shower, but we don't have much room for a speaker/Echo Dot on our counter space in the bathroom. This product solved this issue. It's very sturdy and easy to install. Highly recommend!" — Jude Chauvin
Get it from Amazon for $11.89+ (also available in black and in packs of two).
24. A kitchen mixer cord organizer that'll help you store cooking gadgets without a heap of tangled cords putting a damper on your neat home vibes.
No complicated installation required! Attach the cord organizer to your appliance with a medium 3M Command Strip and call it a day.
3D Home Solutions is a Texas-based Etsy shop that specializes in 3D-printed homewares. Each cord organizer comes with a medium-sized Command strip for easy installation and removal.
Promising review: "Received this super fast! And it works amazing!!! I don't have to worry about my cord to my mixer just bunched up or wrapped around the base. Went on super easy, very durable from what I can tell. And the cord easily clips into place. I love how much this is helping me save space! Thank you again!!" — Cat Cisneros
Get it from 3D Home Solutions on Etsy for $8 (available in three colors).
25. A germaphobe-certified smartphone sanitizer to sanitize and charge your phone in one fell swoop. Toss it in for 10 minutes when you get home and eradicate those nasty germs ASAP.
PhoneSoap is a small business that creates products to help you keep your phone germ-free.
Promising review:"I love that I can put my phone in there after I get home and it is sanitized in no time at all. I work in health care and it makes me feel better about having my phone at work." — Tammy
Get it from Amazon for $64.95+ (available in five colors).
26. A handy electric candle lighter with a long flexible neck that makes it easy to light deep wicks without burning yourself. It's USB rechargeable so you'll never have to worry about buying batteries for it.
Promising review: "I absolutely love this product. Now I'm able to light candles where the candle wax has melted down and it's hard to reach inside the jar. I also love the fact that you charge this with a USB cable and the charge lasts for a long time. It has indicator lights to let you know how much of a charge is remaining. I've only had to charge it once since I purchased it. Very durable and a great value for the price. I definitely recommend this." — Cassandra S.
Get it from Amazon for $14.44+ (available in eight colors and in packs of two).
27. A caddy because there are just some items you can't live without, like the remote, your glasses, a good book (or Kindle), and anything else you keep at your bedside 24/7. You can even attach it to chairs, couches, and anywhere else that needs a bit of extra storage.
Promising review:"I had a nicer-looking, more expensive version of this in my cart originally. This was one-third of that price and I'm so glad I went with this one. It's got a sturdy backing on both pieces (piece with pockets and a piece that goes between mattresses), one large pocket closest to the bed, and three decent-sized mesh pockets. I have it between my mattress and box spring." — Danielle
Get it from Amazon for $5.99 (available in three colors/styles).
28. The internet-famous Revlon oil-absorbing volcanic face roller to make excess oil instantly ✨vanish✨ with a few swipes. It's more eco-friendly than blotting sheets and you won't have to keep reapplying powder.
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Promising review:"First off, if you have extremely oily skin, this. is. it. I was so tired of getting blotting powder/wipes. It felt wasteful and always left residue on my face. I saw this on TikTok and NEEDED it. It was backordered but then I got an email saying it was in stock and I was SO excited. Not only is it affordable, but it's washable, which helps you save money and be less wasteful." — Kelsey B.
Get it from Amazon for $7.89.
29. "The Clean Ball," which will def come in handy if you often find a pile of mystery debris at the bottom of your purse or makeup bag. This takes care of the mess for you *and* keeps your other belongings clean.
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Promising reviews: "Best invention! I purchased after seeing it in a TikTok video, and it works soooo well in my purse." — Wenhether
"This little ball is genius!! Rolls around in my purse, which I live out of. It picks up a lot of lint, debris, or even crumbs. Easy to find with the bright pink. Just remove and wash and it's ready to go again. The price was great and something I can use for years. If you live out of your purse this a must-have!!" — dj3biggs
Get it from Amazon for $10.99 (available in five colors and in packs of three).
30. A Cup Cozy Pillow when you simply don't have room for yet another piece of furniture. Now you can binge your fave shows *and* beverages on the couch without worrying about spills.
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Cup Cozy Pillow is a family-run small business that created this product after wanting a way to keep a drink close by while working on a laptop while on the couch.
Check it out on TikTok!
Promising review:"This is perfect for a big couch that needs cup/storage space where you can't put a table." — Natalie Murillo
Get it from Amazon for $34.99 (available in nine colors/styles).
31. A Take-n-Slide medication tracker so you stay on top of your meds and never accidentally take it twice! Once you take it, slide the tracker over and you'll be good to go without any guesswork. Yep, you need this in your life.
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Promising review:"What a genius product. I absolutely love them. If you take the same medication, when you get your new prescription, just pour the pills into the bottle that you placed the tab strip on. It will literally last forever. So much more convenient than the pill boxes." — M C Zamarripa
Get a five-pack from Amazon for $19.99 (available in three colors and in packs of two).
32. A washable drip catcher if you love when a product is so smart, it does all the work for you. This will catch the mess and save you SO many paper towels and/or dirty dish towels. Need!!!
Hustle & Sew / Etsy
Hustle & Sew is a Saint Helens, Oregon-based Etsy shop with lots of fun and functional handmade goods like face masks, bags, and stasher scrunchies!
Promising review:"This is so great. It works perfectly. No more soggy sink. It is so much easier to dishes now with this around my faucet." — Megan McCartney
Get it from Hustle & Sew on Etsy for $13.50+ (available in four sizes and five colors).
33. An automatic pan stirrer with a timer for anyone who starts cooking and walks away momentarily... only to completely forget about stirring their meal. Problem solved!
Uncommon Goods
Promising review: "My husband loves to cook. We have two very small children, so while his meals are mostly yummy, they are also sometimes burnt. :) This was perfect for him. He's able to turn it on, run into the next room to save the day with a plastic bag and a washcloth for whatever blowout-esque mess I'm dealing with, forget he's cooking, run back into the kitchen frantically when he remembers, and arrive only to find the meal practically cooking itself. Best. Gift. Ever." — Jake the ChefturnedDaddy
Get it from UncommonGoods for $25+ (available in two styles).
34. An auto-shutoff outlet so you don't have to spend half the day worrying about whether you remembered to unplug that one appliance. Put this in your outlet, plug in your device, and set the timer. The only second thought you'll have is about how you survived without this.
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You can set the timer on this for one, two, four, or eight hours, or just put it on hold.
Promising review:"I'm very pleased with this. I use it mainly for at-home hair styling. I often like to leave my styling wand on for last-minute touch ups before leaving early in the morning but, in haste, I often get on the freeway and worry that I forgot to unplug it. No more worries with this attached to the plug. I wish I'd gotten it sooner." — JDubya
Get it from Amazon for $12.39.
Reviews in this post have been edited for length and/or clarity.