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Daily Mirror
01-05-2025
- Automotive
- Daily Mirror
Drivers 'should steer clear' of these popular yet unreliable cars
The used car market can be a minefield [stock image] (Image: Scharfsinn86 via Getty Images) A popular online motoring influencer has flagged several car models for their dismal reliability ratings, cautioning used car shoppers to steer clear. Abigayle Andre is the force behind the TikTok channel @shetalkscars, where she churns out videos doling out advice on slashing car running costs and pinpoints top picks for new and pre-owned vehicles. In a fresh clip, Abigayle unpacks the UK's least reliable cars, as unearthed by a study from ALA Insurance, warning fans to give the Range Rover Evoque a wide berth if they're hunting for a steadfast SUV. She shared her personal ordeal: "This one is particularly touchy for me. READ MORE: Shoppers 'obsessed' with £20 retinol serum that 'smooths deep wrinkles' in two months "This channel would not be here if it wasn't for this car breaking down that much." Adding with a hint of relief: "It's the Range Rover Evoque! I don't miss that thing." Introduced in 2018, the second-gen Evoque is the most accessible Range Rover on the market right now, boasting an array of engines including petrol, diesel, and hybrids. Nonetheless, ALA Insurance pointed out that owners of the Range Rover Evoque placed 213 warranty claims in 2023 alone, slotting it as the third-most unreliable vehicle in Britain. For those still tempted by the Range Rover Evoque charm, Abigayle suggests targeting models under three years old that are still covered by the manufacturer's warranty, reports the Express. A Range Rover Evoque (Image: UGC) To add to Land Rover's woes, Abigayle later reveals in her video that the two other models at the bottom of the reliability chart also hail from the Jaguar Land Rover family. She said: "Number two is shocking but not surprising, and I know that this is going to upset people because, for many, this is their dream car. It's the Range Rover Sport. "And brace yourselves, folks – can you guess what took the number one position? I was totally expecting this one. Ta da! Sitting right at the pinnacle of unreliability is the Land Rover Discovery Sport." The video has since gone viral, racking up more than 112,000 views and 1,700 likes, sparking a fierce debate amongst drivers on whether Jaguar Land Rover vehicles truly merited such a prominent spot on the list. One disgruntled viewer shared their expensive ordeal: "A Discovery Sport blew up on me. Out of control, I had to pay for the new engine as it was a write off. £10,000!" On the other hand, a satisfied customer countered with praise for their vehicle: "Range Rover Sport, five years [I've] had mine. [It] hasn't failed once, the most reliable motor I've had."
Daily Record
01-05-2025
- Automotive
- Daily Record
Used car expert says 'avoid' buying these 3 popular models
Car journalist Abigayle Andre reckons said these vehicles aren't the most reliable buys Car buyers are being warned to avoid certain vehicles which one expert claims aren't the most reliable. Car journalist and well-known motoring personality Abigayle Andre regularly shares content on social media offering tips to help drivers lower their motoring costs, while recommending both used and new vehicles to buy. In a video published on her TikTok channel @shetalkscars, Abigayle highlighted some of the most unreliable cars available on UK roads, according to the latest study published by ALA Insurance. Among those which should be avoided is the Range Rover Evoque. As reported by The Express, she said: "This one is particularly touchy for me. This channel would not be here if it wasn't for this car breaking down that much." Built since 2018, the second-generation Evoque is currently the most affordable Range Rover for sale and can be ordered with a wide range of petrol, diesel and hybrid powertrains. But according to ALA Insurance, 213 warranty claims were issued by Range Rover Evoque owners in 2023, making it the third-least reliable car in the UK. People who are interested in buying a Range Rover Evoque are advised to try to find one that is under three years old, and therefore still under warranty. Later in the video, Abigayle revealed that two models with a poor reputation for reliability are from Jaguar Land Rover. She said: "Number two is shocking but not surprising, and I know that this is going to upset people because, for many, this is their dream car. It's the Range Rover Sport. "But can you guess what number one is? I was not surprised to see this at the top spot at all. Ta da! The most unreliable car is the Land Rover Discovery Sport." The video has sparked debate among viewers. It has racked up over 112,000 views and 1,700 likes, with opinions split on whether so many Jaguar Land Rover vehicles should be featured on the list. One viewer said: "A Discovery Sport blew up on me. Out of control, I had to pay for the new engine as it was a write off £10,000!" Another person said: " Range Rover Sport, five years [I've] had mine. [It] hasn't failed once, the most reliable motor I've had." A new Land Rover Discovery Sport costs at least £54,000. Abigayle Andre is known for her car insurance hacks and for interviewing Top Gear presenter Richard Hammond.
Buzz Feed
10-02-2025
- Lifestyle
- Buzz Feed
Raise Your Hand If You're Lazy, And Then Snag These 31 Products
1. A RobeCurls heatless hair curler created with luxe satin to help keep your tresses frizz-free. Simply wrap your hair around this flexible rod (yup, just one!) and wear it to sleep like a headband. When you wake up and remove it, you'll have voluminous, bouncy curls, ringlets, or beach waves and already be halfway through your morning routine! This rod is designed to work for bone straight, curly, coily, and wavy hair — there are even tutorials on the site if you need some guidance! Plus, each one comes with two satin scrunchies. RobeCurls is a woman-founded small business creating heatless hair curling tools. Promising review: " I CANNOT SHOUT IT UP TO THE ROOFTOPS ENOUGH THAT THIS PRODUCT IS GENIUS!! I have loved this product so much that I'm making a movement out of it and have bought it for so many friends and family as gifts, etc... Not only is this the easiest thing to do for incredible curls, but it helps my curly thick hair stay healthy because it's heatless! The adjustable headband wrap is super comfortable and is easy to adjust for more comfort when you're sleeping or to make it looks like a fun daytime headband wear for when you're waiting for the curls to really set in... It has made my life so much easier for work and going out because I have thick hair and it used to take FOREVER to make it look this good and now it's pretty much effortless with this product. Thank you so much!!" — Abigayle Get it from Amazon for $27.99 (available in six colors). 2. An extremely versatile Ninja Blender Mega Kitchen System that functions as a food processor *and* a blender, meaning it can pretty much do anything you've been using a knife, grater, or blender for without requiring more than one tool. Fewer dishes? Yes, please! The set shown above includes the 1,500-watt motor base, a dough blade, a chopping blade, a 72-oz. blending pitcher, an 8-cup food processor bowl, and a 16-oz. Nutri Ninja Cup with a to-go lid. Promising review: "What I liked about this product was you can not only make smoothies milkshakes and other drinks. You could also fix dinner with it. Bye chopping, pureeing, lending. The food that came out of it was always perfect never leaked once. I think it will hold up for years to come. It was durable enough to handle hard vegetables and at the same time was able to blend some of your items that didn't need to be blended that hard. This is a time saver for any cook. For the multi-functionality of this machine the value for your money is great." — Craig Wacker Get it from Amazon for $139.99+ (available in three bundle optiondus). 3. A breakfast sandwich maker designed with layered compartments, so you can do everything all at once: cook an egg, toast bread, warm precooked meat, and even melt cheese. Combine it all together to make what will quite possibly be the most incredible breakfast sandwich you've ever tasted, and it'll be ready in less time than it takes to sit in a drive-thru line. Promising review:"I am actually excited for my weekday breakfast now. These homemade McMuffins are so good! My favorite version uses sliced tomatoes, Swiss cheese, and precooked bacon (from Costco). So many options, so easy! My kindergartener and my teenager both love it. I may have to buy another one for our family. It's also easy to clean with a quick wipe-down." — Joolie Get it from Amazon for $29.99 (available in five colors). 4. A pack of app-controlled Kasa Smart light bulbs that are color-changing, dimmable, and compatible with Alexa and Google Home. With these, you only need W-iFi and the Kasa app to set them up and control them from the comfort of your couch. You won't have to worry about getting up to turn the lights on or off ever again! I've been using these lights since 2021 and they are probably my favorite way to "smarten" up my home. I use them mainly in lamps because my apartment has a lack of overhead and natural lighting, so they've been great for illuminating my home once the sun goes down. The Kasa app is extremely easy to use, and you can even schedule your lights to your preference. For instance: my living room lights are all set to slowly turn on 30 minutes before sundown, my lights begin to dim and turn off just before bedtime, etc. I can also change the color to set the mood while watching movies or having guests — I LOVE THESE THINGS. I've also set them up with my Alexa, so I can use my voice to turn them on/off or brighten them, etc. I love them so much, I will continue to buy them whenever I move because after changing the WiFi they either do or don't connect, and so I had to replace them when I recently moved. I literally haven't flipped a light switch in months! Promising review: "These bulbs have exceeded my expectations. They are designed and made well. The app is easy to use and these bulbs have held up well. We have one in the front and back of the house and change the colors depending on time of year and Hollidays. Inside we use them in various rooms and they work seamlessly with our Alexa to turn on and off and change color and brightness. For the money it's a great value." — Shawn Get a pack of four from Amazon for $32.99+ (also available in 1000 Lumens). 5. A pack of Stomp 'N Go pads designed for area stain removal in three easy steps: set, step, leave for 30 minutes, and remove — blotting away stains like spills, pet urine, and tracked-in dirt in no time! Forget about scrubbing, soaking, blotting, and carpet cleaning just to get rid of ONE mess on your carpet or rug, just step on the pad and let it soak everything up. Promising review:"A GIFT FROM HEAVEN!! We have three dogs who sometimes have accidents. We've tried EVERYTHING — steam cleaning, sprays, you name it. Nothing has NOW!! I open the package above the stain and pour the extra solution on the stain before I stomp the pad down. I leave the pad for several hours (not quite 24 hours), and the stains are GONE!! I'll use nothing else after these!!!" — Miko Furusushi Get a pack of 20 from Amazon for $25.89. 6. A Tushy 3.0 — this upgraded bidet attachment is designed with an adjustable warm water temperature, so you can really enjoy getting a thorough clean after going #2 without putting in much effort. You can also customize the water pressure and angle to your preference, so this bidet ends up being a luxurious addition to your porcelain throne as if it were made just for your rump! I'm not saying you're too lazy to wipe or are "bad" at it, but there's a reason bidets are the norm all around the world... 👀 It only takes about 10 minutes to install and comes with a six foot hot water connection hose for you install underneath your sink, making sure you're always cleaning up with fresh water! Promising review: "I have been using the OG Tushy Classic for the past three years. It completely changed my life. No longer was I a slave to the endless and futile cycle of wiping until mostly clean. If the Classic was an evolution, the Spa 3.0 was an ascension. I have now experienced what it means to be a complete and whole human being. The 3.0 brings with it a whole host of new and refined features. The temperature controls are a fundamental game changer and my reason for upgrading. I cannot recommend this product highly enough." — Brady K Get it from Amazon for $139 (available in eight styles). 7. A pair of Kizik Athen's sneakers you can slip on and off, and the heel just *POPS* right back into place! You'll probably never want to wear another shoe after experiencing the comfort and convenience of these, but you'll definitely never find yourself in line for TSA without wearing them. Kizik BuzzFeeder Daniel Boan loves 'em: "I had the chance to try these recently and absolutely love them. They truly are SO easy to slip your foot into, yet they feel super secure once they're on your feet. I've worn them for a few walks and find that they provide great support while still feeling soft and cushy — and the breathable knit upper is a major plus on hot summer afternoons. The mix of comfort and convenience means I will absolutely be wearing these on my next flight!" Get them from Kizik for $129 (available in women's sizes 5–13, standard and wide widths, and eight colors. Also available in men's sizes). 8. Orrrr a pair of no-tie elastic shoelaces, so you never have to waste time tying your shoes or your kiddo's shoes EVER AGAIN. These loop right in like laces, but offer a ridiculous amount of stretch to transform every pair of lace-up shoes you have into a comfortable slip-on! 😭 Promising reviews: "These laces are great! No more untied shoes for my kiddo at school anymore. A little tricky to get the piece attached but nothing a quick video couldn't help. Very convenient!" — Nessa "I love my high-tops but lacing and unlacing is a time consuming drag, decided to give these a try and am pleasantly surprised how well they hold but also that they stretch out enough. I can slide my foot in an out without too much effort! Plenty of length included for my Vans and will pay for themselves with the time saved instead of tying shoes. I'll be replacing all my high-top laces with these." — Adrian Get it from Amazon for $9.99 (available in 27 styles). 9. An automatic pan stirrer designed with a timer, so you don't end up with nurses' elbow from constantly stirring and whisking to prevent soups and sauces from burning or sticking. Whether you simply don't want to stir at all or you want to be able to walk away and work on other tasks — this is a great addition to any kitchen! UncommonGoods Check out a TikTok of the automatic pan stirrer in action. Promising review:"Honestly I laughed at myself for buying this. I stopped laughing the first time I used it! What a help! It freed me up to do other things while it stirred the sauce that needed constant attention. Bought another one! Not laughing now!" — Luvdvm Get it from UncommonGoods for $25+ (available in battery-powered or rechargeable versions and only the grey) or Amazon for $39.50 (only the battery-powered version; available in four colors). 10. A matching knit set featuring a cardigan and lounge pants if you often wake up and don't want to search through your closet for something to wear. This two-piece set offers a casual look that you can wear out and about, as well as around the house. The only tough decision you've got to make is which shoes to wear with it! Promising review: " Have received many compliments on this two-piece set. I also purchased the black one. They wash up nicely and I air dry them as most of my clothes. My younger daughter loved it so much that she often steals it to wear. I can dress it up or dress it down Looks great with my Adidas Samba's or the Dolce Vita slides. Great functionality as you can wear it to relax and watch Netflix all day long or go shopping or travel. Great value for the money the material is an appropriate thickness where it is not too heavy, but yet gives you some warmth." — rupert Get it from Amazon for $46.99 (available in women's sizes S–XL and 14 colors). 11. An automatic pet feeder — it holds 24 cups of food, so you can schedule up to 12 meals depending on portion size. This smart li'l gadget feeds your pet for you, so you don't have to get out of bed or lift a finger measuring out meals several times a day! Promising reviews:"This is the best, most reliable feeder I have tried. Worth every penny for the peace of mind knowing that if you are running late (or want to sleep in on the weekend), the cats will be fed and content." — Karen Demont " Genius invention! The portion control takes a little finessing (be sure to do the recalibrate cycle after each adjustment or if hopper goes dry), but once you get it right, you're set. The interval 'turtle' feature definitely changed our dog's gobble habit. The only thing I see to clean is the bowl; we use all dry food. I thought I'd miss the 'nurture' of feeding my dog, but he seems okay with it as long as food keeps coming out on time... which it does! We keep it plugged in. Still, I don't think I'd leave him home alone with it for more than a day." — CLT Get it from Amazon for $80.99. 12. Plus, a dishwasher-friendly stainless-steel pet water fountain that even comes with a silicone mat to help protect your floors as your pet enjoys hydrating with running water. It holds up to 2.8 liters of water, so you won't have to constantly refill the bowl throughout the day. The water also gets recycled through filters, ensuring it's always clean when your pet goes to drink! The fountain comes with a silicone mat, instruction manual, two pre-filter sponges, a 6 foot power cord, and two filters. It also has an LED light feature in order to illuminate your pet's drink area at night! Promising review: " I've had four fountains now and this one is by far the best quality. It comes with extra filters and a mat for the fountain. The edges of the metal are smoother and won't cut you like the others will. All the parts are stainless steel for east cleaning the size is larger than other fountains but not too big. It's quiet when running and my cats love it. The water level shows on the side of the tank and you can turn the blue light on or off to see the level which is super convenient. My cats love their new water fountain." — Zoe Get it from Amazon for $29.99+ (available in two colors). 13. A lift-top coffee table designed with a hidden compartment for storage so you can casually get work done from the couch without getting up or crouching over your laptop like the Gollum of WFH. Promising review: "If you are the person who sleeps in a futon or couch, then works at the couch doing zoom calls and eats while watching Youtube videos from your iPad or computer — THIS IS YOUR ANSWER! You do not need to scoot down. It also serves a storage unit—- documents, books, desk things, plates, or in my case, my clothes. It was a filling area for papers. It was hard to assemble this though. It took me maybe an hour or more since I misunderstood a direction, so I had to redo some re-assembling which was still ok. It's on a pricier side but for the many purposes it has (storage, work desk, coffee stable, paper organizer), it's probably worth your money." — Mark Joven Get it from $85.49+ (available in five colors). 14. A microwave pasta cooker that cooks noodles in under 15 minutes *and* allows you to measure, drain, and even eat out of the same container. You won't have a bunch of dishes to clean afterward, and seriously, not even takeout will have your food ready that fast! Amazon All you have to do is measure the amount of pasta you want to cook with the serving size holes on the lid of the container, and then heat it up in the microwave (sans lid!). One serving is typically reading in 12–13 minutes. When it's done, attach the lid, hold it on the sides, and pour the water out — be careful though, it's hot! Promising review:"Great product. I use this thing nearly daily. It comes with a helpful timer guide for different styles of pasta which I keep nearby on my fridge with a magnet since I use this thing so much. I've also used it for rice. I had tried several microwaveable dishes in the past that weren't specifically designed for pasta, and they would always boil over and make a mess, but this thing never does." — Josh Frantz Get it from Amazon for $17.95. 15. A microfiber towel to help shorten the amount of time it takes to dry your hair with a super-absorbent, anti-frizz material. Avoid looking a mess by leaving the house with wet hair and skip spending 40 minutes blowdrying with this convenient hair towel that'll help you get out of the house on time without putting in too much effort. After using this, your blow-drying and/or airdrying time will be much shorter thanks to its absorbency. Plus, you can wear it to help keep your hair out of your face while doing your makeup! Promising review:"Love love love these! I have long hair (almost up to my waist) and I hate to have my hair dripping water right after shower, but I do not want to use my hair dryer at all times, so I just keep this wrapped up for a while and it does wonders! My hair is almost fully dry when I take this off (15–30 minutes max) and I feel relieved that I don't have to carry the weight of a full towel around! The button is nicely placed and it's easy to just wrap it around your head. I have one and my stepdaughter has the other, and we both love it!!" — Ana Davis Get a pack of two from Amazon for $8.88+ (available in 14 color choices and packs of three). 16. And a microfiber towel pillowcase designed specifically for drying wet hair as you sleep. It features an absorbent microfiber material with a waterproof liner on one side and a smooth, regular pillowcase material on the other, so your pillow stays dry while all the moisture is soaked up from your hair. And you can simply brush out any bedhead in the morning! This is also a great option for anyone who sleeps hot, goes to sleep with oils or other products in their hair, or drools! DryZzz is a woman- and family-owned small business offering the patented towel pillowcases designed to absorb drool, moisture, sweat and more during sleep. They donate a portion of proceeds to Sofia's Hope, Inc. to help fund pediatric cancer research. Promising reviews: "I love shampooing while I shower at night and wake up with dry hair. It REALLY worked for me. Some days I use a fine mister to barely moisten & add products if I need them that day. No more looking at the clock trying to get my hair to dry I can just sleep while it dries. Use good conditioner and comb well before you 'hit the hay'!" — Teresa "I love this product. I dye my hair often and prefer to shower at night, so all my pillows are multi colored from bleeding. This is such a nice way to go to bed with damp hair without ruining my pillows. Then when the towel part gets stained with dye, I can hide that part when making the bed. Highly recommend! Much more comfortable than sleeping in a hair towel. ... Cannot say enough good things about this cool product." — Shannon Get it from Amazon for $28.95+ (available in two sizes, three styles, and three colors). 17. The no-scrub, bleach-free Wet & Forget weekly shower spray — simply spray down your shower and rinse it 8–12 hours later (definitely before your next shower) to get rid of soap scum and mildew taking over your tub or shower stall! Work smarter, not harder. Promising review:"We cannot BEGIN to tell you what a lifesaver this is! We have two old fiberglass tubs with vinyl shower enclosures that no matter what amount of scrubbing we have done with everything from bleach to cleanser to vinegar and baking soda would NOT come clean. After I took my shower last night, I sprayed down the tub and walls. Within minutes, all the built-up water deposits and dirt and grime began to melt away in front of my eyes. I left it on overnight, and when I got up this morning, it did not look like the same tub and shower. This product is a godsend, especially for old folks like us who have difficulty getting down on our hands and knees and scrubbing anything. More importantly, it performs as advertised. We plan on using it as part of our weekly cleanup routine, in addition to purchasing the Wet and Forget Mold and Mildew Remover for use on the vinyl siding of our house. This is truly an overnight sensation!" — Amazon Customer Get it from Amazon for $19.39+ (available in two scents, two sizes, and a two-pack). 18. A powerful dish-washing spray designed to break down grease and food debris *in minutes*, which in turn saves you loads of time by eliminating the need to pre-soak your dishes. If you were a classic "it's soaking" kind of lazy dishwasher, you'll love the fact that with this you can simply spray down pans and effortlessly wipe the mess away! 🥲 Here's what BuzzFeed Shopping editor Elizabeth Lilly, who uses this, has to say:"I live in an apartment without a dishwasher, and I honestly use that as an excuse to order takeout food instead of cooking. But, as soon as I got my hands on a bottle of this stuff (regular Dawn is my go-to dish soap, BTW), I put it to use on both a saucepan I used to make homemade enchilada sauce *and* the casserole dish I baked those enchiladas, which had a ton of caked-on food. It really does work like I say it does! Like, scary well." Promising review:"This Dawn is AMAZING! Spray, let it sit for a few minutes and wipe or spray clean. No elbow grease needed to get pot and pans squeaky clean!" — StaySea7 Get one spray and three refills from Amazon for $16.88+ (available in four scents). 19. A motion-activated trash can, just perfect for keeping your hands clean on the way out of the bathroom *OR* being able to cook up a delicious meal without needing to re-wash your batter- or seasoning-covered hands each time you throw away an eggshell of something. Plus, reviewers say it isn't sensitive enough to constantly open whenever a person or curious pet walks by. See it in action on TikTok. BTW it needs two AA batteries (not included)! Promising review: "I love this trash can because no one will ever see the trash I put in my bathroom trash can. When I put my hand above the sensor, it opens so discreetly and gently, and stays open for a few seconds then gently closes. The outside is absolutely beautiful. I know it's just a trash can, but in my bathroom it looks like a cute piece of art." — Dawn Get it from Amazon for $29.74+ (available in five styles and two sizes). 20. A pair of extremely comfortable wide-leg overalls that make a perfect layering option with a cute sweater or tee when you have no idea what to wear to meet your friends for brunch or walk around the zoo with your boo. Did I mention it has pockets?! Promising review: "Love. Love. Love. I have gotten so many compliments about this outfit. The quality is great, even after repeated washes. I sized up since i was worried it would be too short and it was perfect. The material has a stretch to it and it fun to wear in any event. I have worn this to work, baseball games, birthday parties. The pockets make the outfit functional, allowing me to have free hands while teaching." — Michelle Get it from Amazon for $29.99 (available in women's sizes S–XXL and 21 colors). 21. A reviewer-beloved veggie chopper, slicer, and spiralizer simply because it can chop and dice pretty much anything in literal seconds. If you've ever dreamed of having a sous chef while you meal prep, this is a much cheaper option that doesn't require being a millionaire and hiring someone to do it for you. The chopper comes with a small-dice blade, a large-dice blade, a spiral blade, and a ribbon-blade, which are interchangeable! It even boasts a lid with a built-in chopper and a storage container to hold the prepped food! Fullstar is a small business that specializes in unique and functional kitchen gadgets. Promising review:"I've had this for a couple of months now, and it makes my life SOOOOO much easier. Anything I've thrown at it, it's sliced with ease. Tomatoes, cucumber, peppers, onions, celery, I even use to chop the eggs when I make potato salad now since it's so easy and makes perfect slices. " What used to take me three to four mins chopping up an onion and then a face full of ruined makeup, now takes less than one minute and no makeup ruined. The blades are SHARP, definitely be careful when removing them. But the lock on the tray makes it easy and so far I haven't hurt myself with it. Typically, I'll use it and then rinse out the top and put it in the dishwasher. It's been through on the top rack well over 20 times now and still looks brand new. If something ever happens to this one, I'll be back to get another one. It saves me so much time when cooking dinner!" — Macygrey09 Get it from Amazon for $24.87+ (available in four colors and four other styles). 22. And a corn cob stripper with a serrated stainless steel blade on the inside to make things quick 'n easy by simply twisting it onto the cob and rotating it around! You could seriously injure yourself trying to hold the corn steady with one hand and use a chef's knife with the other, but this nifty tool avoids *all* of that and gets it done faster. Plus, it's safe for kids too in case they want to get in on the dinner prep! Promising reviews: "We bought this to shuck about 20 dozen of corn to freeze for the winter. Worked fairly well and held up. Saved a lot of time compared to cutting by hand. Did get slippery after a while so had to take breaks to wipe everything down, but otherwise worked great." — Knapik "Fresh corn on the cob is great. It is certainly much greater than the corn that comes in a can. But if you have to eat if off the cob that gets tedious. But how to get the corn off the cob? The standard suggestion is scraping it off with a knife. That is dangerous for fingers and does not do the job very well. This device does it. You twist the cob through the device and it produces a cornless cob and you have all of that good corn available. It works. It works easily..." — G. R. Boynton Get it from Amazon for $8.59. 23. An overnight face mask by Laneige — creators of the cult-fave lip sleeping mask — because why should have to get up early to do a 10-step skincare routine when you can knock out several steps while you sleep?! This mask is designed with peony extract and collagen to help revitalize and visibly firm your skin overnight, all while locking in moisture for a plump, glowing complexion in the morning! Amazon Promising review: "I am a stickler when it comes to creams feeling sticky on my skin. This stuff feels amazing!! Feels to light and smooth. Smells so good and a little goes a long way. I don't find that I need to rinse anything off the next morning. My pillows are not covered in anything either. My skin absorbs it all nicely. I look forward to using every night!" — Jenna M Get it from Amazon for $34.20. 24. A glass self-watering globe designed to slowly water your plants as the soil dries. This way, you don't have to worry about watering them every day or pulling out the ladder each time to get to the ones on really high shelves! These specific globes are designed with a hole in the top, so you can easily fill them with water without having to remove them from the pot! Plant Mama's Boutique is Philadelphia-based small business offering an assortment of plant accessories. Promising reviews: "These glass bulbs are perfect for my plants and work in smaller pots as well!" — Madi Case "The seller packaged this watering orb really well. I bought for a Hoya I have on top of a media center which is a pain to reach regularly. This orb looks very pretty and holds more than expected, it also seems fairly sturdy." — Sharese Hanson 25. A Scrubbing Bubbles toilet cleaning stamp to keep your toilet smelling so fresh and looking so clean, without you having to scrub it every single day. With each flush, the stamp releases some of the cleaning gel to give the bowl a foaming cleanse. Easy peasy! Promising review:"I was sooo skeptical and was confused about how they'd work but the gel solidifies and with every flush, suds wash through with the water and it really makes a fresh difference. Also the scent is light but really nice and fresh! I recommend these 100%! They're super interesting but they do the job." — Janet Get six stamps and a dispenser from Amazon for $12.12. 26. And a self-cleaning toilet system, which can easily be installed in minutes and cleans your toilet bowl with each flush thanks to a replaceable bleach cartridge. Your "favorite" seat in the house will be so fresh and so clean each time you go to use it! Each cartridge lasts three months before needing replaced. Promising reviews: "If you hate scrubbing the toilet bowl like I do, then this product is for you. The bleach only goes into the bowl water, not the tank, so it doesn't make your tank parts disintegrate. Don't get me wrong; you still have to clean your toilet seat and stuff, but this keeps the bowl itself sparkly clean! Just love it!" — S.L. Beason " Best purchase of 2023! I've been using these on all my toilets for 60 days now and this is my review. My toilets generally get a hard water ring around them within a few days of cleaning, it was infuriating and I found myself cleaning toilets literally 2–3 times a week just to get rid of that little ring around the water line. These were so cheap I figured why not so I bought three of them and OH MY GOODNESS THEY WORK!!!!!! I've had these installed on all three of my toilets for 60 days now and from what I'm seeing I should be able to clean my toilets maybe once every two months now. I am so happy. If you have hard water buildup issues do yourself a favor and buy one of these, try it on a single toilet first just to be sure but I think you will be happy :)." — nima bean Get the kit from Amazon for $10.59. 27. A super-chic two-piece set with a button-up sleeveless vest and matching pleated skirt. Besides being a must-have for your next vacation, this preppy outfit is a great option for when you need to dress up for an occasion, but are too lazy to mix and match different wardrobe pieces. BOOM — instant outfit! Promising review: "Super cute, lots of compliments. Can wear as a set or make different outfits." — nikkibella Get it from Amazon for $59.99 (available in women's sizes S–XXL and six colors). 29. A rapid mac 'n' cheese cooker for those days when you just don't feel like sweating over a stove in order to whip up your children's (or yours *cough cough*) beloved comfort meal. This neat lil gadget will cook up their favorite box of mac in the microwave in FIVE MINUTES — no strainer, whisk, or boiling water required. All you have to do is pour in the macaroni, add water to the fill line, and then microwave it for 2 minutes and 30 seconds. After removing it, stir, and microwave for two more minutes, and then add the rest of the ingredients according to the instructions on the mac 'n' cheese reviewers even use it to rapid cook ramen noodles! Check out a TikTok of the rapid mac cooker in action. Rapid Brands is a California-based small business that specializes in dishwasher-safe, microwaveable, BPA-free kitchen products. Promising review: "There is nothing I dislike about this. I don't like milk so didn't add it but it's surprisingly as good or better than stove top. The texture and flavor is on point and it's not soggy like easymac. I laughed when I got this and was like wow it's no different than any container. It's harder material so idk what it's made of but the directions inside the container are on point for good mac and cheese except I drained the water. T he days of scrubbing a big pot are over for me. I can't believe this actually worked. Especially bc the texture of the noodles and the taste is so on point. I got no discount and wasn't paid for this review. I just really am shocked it worked and worked so well. They got this down to a science with this container and directions. I am amazed." — me Get it from Amazon for $7.99+ (available in three colors and two-packs). 30. A 4-in-1 electric milk frother, which you can use to heat up milk, make hot or cold foam for your lattes, and even make tasty hot chocolate with the simple push of a button! In less than three minutes your drink is ready to be enjoyed without breaking a putting on pants! Amazon, Promising reviews: " This little milk frother is awesome! The steamed milk is perfect — smooth and creamy. I put it on top of a cup of Trader Joe's pumpkin spice rooibos tea or a cup of coffee, stir it up and it's a perfect latte. Very easy to clean. Just rinse it out, let it dry and it's ready to go again. Couldn't be better!" — Kindle Customer "I wasn't 100% sure this was going to work for me, as I can't have regular milk; I drink soy milk instead. One of the reviews stated that it worked very well with almond milk, which has less fat than soy. Well, I tried it at minimum setting, and the foam was outstanding! I use full fat soy milk. The foam was very dense. I haven't tried it on my coffee yet, but I have no doubt it will be fine. I did have to use a flashlight to see the milk level markings inside, but that was easy. Very pleased with this... [I] had two hand-operated ones that I'm giving to Goodwill, useless to me, or it was operator error." — Sally Draper Get it from Amazon for $37.90+ (available in black or red). 31. A splurge-worthy self-cleaning litter box designed for several cats — it regularly scoops everything away into the built-in waste bags at the top while using the advanced odor control to keep things smelling fresh. Since you can monitor and control it all via app, you can put an end to having to scoop litter every single day and no longer be ruled by your kitties' bathroom scehdule! The smart app integration delivers real-time notifications of when the bag is full and needs to be changed, weight tracking, cleaning schedules based on your cat's habits, and even uses Wi-Fi to communicate with the sensors on the litter box to make sure your cats don't get scooped up in the process! The drum is also detachable and can be rinsed and wiped separately for cleaning! Promising review: "I recently purchased the PetCove Self Cleaning Litter Box for my multi-cat household, and I couldn't be more impressed! This automatic litter box is a game changer. It's incredibly efficient, and the self-cleaning feature works flawlessly, saving me time and hassle. The cats took to it immediately, and I love that it reduces odors and keeps the litter box clean for longer periods. The design is sleek and modern, fitting perfectly in my space. Plus, it's easy to maintain and works well even with several cats. I highly recommend the PetCove Litter Box to any cat owner looking for a convenient, hygienic solution!" — FlaRiptife Get it from Amazon for $359.99. The reviews for this post have been edited for length and clarity.
