The 15+ weirdest things we found on sale this Amazon Prime Day
But somewhere between the skin care serums and air fryers, we started seeing…things. Strange things. Gloriously weird things. Animatronic clowns. Café-inspired cat homes. Stuff that made us pause, blink and then quietly copy the link to send to a friend.
We're not saying you should buy these. We're just saying...we want to. Here are the weirdest Prime Day finds that made us double-take — and then consider adding to cart.
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The weirdest things we found on Amazon Prime Day 2025
This electric ice cream maker is great for the summer heat and can make classic soft serve, gelato or frozen yogurt. With this gadget, you can whip up any flavor in 20 minutes without stirring, thanks to the built-in motor, according to the brand. This ice cream machine is user-friendly and a great party trick for hosting this season, especially since it looks like an old-fashioned wooden bucket, according to Amazon reviewers.
Birdify brings birdwatching to a whole new level. Never miss a visitor with this smart bird feeder equipped with a camera, real-time notifications through the app and high-resolution night vision, according to the brand. Birdify can identify different species and capture clear visuals of any animal that interacts with the feeder, according to reviewers on Amazon. The pro bird feeder is at its lowest price if you have ever been interested in learning more about the flying friends in your backyard.
Squishmallows are popular plushies that have grown quite a fanbase. If you've been meaning to get your hands on one, this rainbow Amazon-exclusive 14-pack of Micromellows offers over a dozen different small-scale characters to collect, gift or take with you on the go, according to the brand. I have one of these in my bag for fun, as they make for a great emotional support purse pet.
If you ever wanted a hot dog and crisp bun cooked in a pinch, Nostalgia has just the appliance, and it's at its lowest price ever this Prime Day. This kitchen gadget has adjustable settings that cook two regular-sized hot dogs and buns simultaneously to your preference, according to the brand. Nostalgia's hot dog and bun toaster makes for a great gag gift that could actually be useful, according to reviewers on Amazon.
It's best to stay as cool as possible in the summer heat, and this ice cream cooling blanket lets you do that in style. The blanket uses cooling technology and is recommended for hot sleepers or those prone to hot flashes, according to the brand. Plus, the ice cream cone design adds to the charm, and the material is consistently cool to the touch, according to reviewers on Amazon.
Prime Day is a great time to get your Halloween decorations early and on sale, and this floating clown animatronic by Haunted Hill is at its lowest price ever. This clown is touch-activated and has built-in LED lights, making for a thrilling jump scare at your next spooky gathering.
McPhee's soft vinyl puppets turn your fingertips into four colored rats. These finger puppets would be a funny gag gift or could work for those who like to put on a puppet show — plus they fit well on adult hands, according to reviewers on Amazon.
Even your bathroom accessories can match your aesthetic with this cherry-shaped toilet brush from EpicGifts. In addition to the design, it's made out of high-quality plastic and industrial-strength bristles, making this toilet brush durable, according to the brand. According to Amazon reviewers, this novelty cherry brush also scrubs and cleans well.
Zellinni's spine candle is an interesting find made out of soy wax, is lead-free, and can burn for up to seven hours, according to the brand. The candle is also unscented for anyone sensitive to strong smells. This spine candle is a conversation starter recommended for those who love a gothic look or want to gift their chiropractor.
Your cat can lounge in their cafe with this Smile Paws all-purpose cat bed with room to play, exercise, scratch and sleep. The cat cafe is easy to assemble, comes with various scratch mats and accessories, has a durable structure and can fit up to two cats, according to the brand. Cats who love cardboard particularly enjoy this all-in-one cat bed, according to Amazon reviewers.
Amazon covered a ton of different products with this year's Prime Day sale, including tinned fish by Fishwife. The Spicy Hot Trio is one of my favorites since it comes with a variety of smoked salmon, chili crisp, mackerel and sardines with hot pepper. Fishwife products are a great midday snack with 20 grams of protein per package, according to the brand. If you like spicy foods and tinned fish, the trio is currently at its lowest price ever.
DedCool's bathroom deodorizer in a bottle smells like the brand's fragrance 01 Taunt, with key notes of bergamot, vanilla, and amber. This odor eliminator is travel-friendly, non-toxic and only requires a couple of drops before you go to trap unwanted smells, according to the brand. The smell is also long-lasting, and your bathroom can smell identical to you if you love the original perfume, according to reviewers on Amazon.
The Splatypus spatula helps you get every last drop out of any jar made from BPA-free, food-safe and dishwasher-safe silicone, according to the brand. The spatula also has a quirky platypus design that Amazon reviewers love. The bill is meant to work as a scraper to get to the bottom of long jars that are hard to reach with a regular spoon.
Customizing a Stanley cup has been popular on the internet for some time now, and Ukulork came out with an ice cube tray that chills every inch of your tumbler. The ice cube mold has a hollow cylinder shape, making three ice cubes at a time. These cubes stack on top of each other from smallest to largest to cover the walls of your cup for maximum chill, according to the brand.
If you're a fan of 'Stranger Things,' this limited edition LED flashlight by Energizer is more than 50% off this Prime Day. Not only is this product a collectible item, but the LED bulb is long-lasting with 80 hours of runtime, it's water resistant, has a secret compartment with a hidden message and covers up to 90 meters ahead in light, according to the brand. Whether you are hunting a demogorgon or just need to find something you lost under the bed, you may want to check this deal out.
This bucket weighs four pounds, and it's filled with slime. Since the slime is clear, the bucket comes with 29 additives including glitter, foam, clay and more, according to the brand. Compared to other slimes on the market, this one is a great deal considering the quantity and works well as an activity at a kids' party, according to reviewers on Amazon.
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