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44 Handy Kitchen Items That Are Eternally Useful, So You'll Never Regret Buying ‘Em
We hope you love our recommendations! Some may have been sent as samples, but all were independently selected by our editors. Just FYI, BuzzFeed and its publishing partners may collect a share of sales and/or other compensation from the links on this page. Shopping · A lot of things in life will come and go, but this wildly helpful magnetized air fryer cheat sheet and wooden bread "bow" knife are forever. 1. A magnetic air fryer cheat sheet to help minimize effort and maximize deliciousness, no googling, overthinking, or confusing cooking methods required. Promising review:"I am pleased with this product. It is almost impossible to remember the cooking times and temperatures of so many items that can be cooked in my air fryer. This handy guide takes the guesswork out of the process. I bought three for family members for Christmas." — Gerry L. Winters Get it from Amazon for $8.98 (available in two colors). 2. A "Bread Buddy" dispenser that keeps sandwich bread fresh by ensuring it stays *way* more airtight than it does in just the bag alone, and also lets you use the bread bag in a clever way to dispense slices one by one. Tons of reviewers are noting how much longer their bread stays fresh (and how much easier it is to store without worrying about it getting smushed!). Check out a TikTok of the Buddeez sandwich bread dispenser in action. Buddeez is a family-owned, Missouri-based small business that specializes in unique household products. Promising review:"The Buddeez Sandwich Bread Dispenser is great! It does exactly what it was intended for. I live alone and I don't quite go through bread often enough before the last quarter section of the loaf starts to go stale. I was originally looking for something to put a loaf of bread in as a shell for my vacuum sealer, that would keep the bread from getting crushed from the pressure. This dispenser solved all of my problems. Thank you!" — DRMcQuaig Get it from Amazon for $19.99 (available in five styles). 3. A stainless-steel sandwich cutter and sealer for anyone with Uncrustables tastes and a mortal human budget. Now you can make your own at home in batches and freeze them — and better yet, customize them so they're stuffed with your favorite brands of peanut butter and jelly or meats and cheeses. It's an Uncrustable, but make it cheap and bougie. You can also freeze the leftover crusts to make bread pudding, French toast sticks, bread crumbs, and stuffing! Or just go to clown town and eat them right then. 😋 Promising review:"What a game changer for saving money compared to buying the Uncrustables in the store. They are ridiculously overpriced, and with this thing, you can make them at a fraction of the cost. It's really simple to use and works really well. Also, it's very easy to clean, although I would keep it out of the dishwasher to avoid rust. This thing crimps the edges of the bread really well, so there is no spillage or leakage. It works just as well with Nutella as it does with deli meats and cheeses. There's a little learning curve as far as where to put your ingredients, but once you get the hang of it, it's super easy." — Josh Fowler Get it from Amazon for $12.59. 4. A cleverly designed 3-in-1 gap cleaning brush that anyone with an emotional support water bottle (or 10) needs immediately. This gets all the trapped gunk in your water bottle's lid and other crevices out super fast and effectively, so you can sip your bevvies without a side of "ick." Promising review: "I have a number of Yeti and other lidded mugs, cups, and glasses I use at the office and clean out in the communal break room sink. I could see a buildup that I just couldn't get to in the lids, and it was grossing me out! This little tool does the trick! It gets in between the rubber ridges in the rings, all around the lip of the cups and lids, and cleans everything from milk residue to lipstick smudges. I have been using it five days a week for several weeks now, and no signs of wear on the tool. Cleans up great, dries well, does the job." — Alfie Get it from Amazon for $6.99 (available in six colors and multipacks). 5. A set of universal reusable K-cup pods so not only will you cut down on environmental waste, but you can get reeeeal picky about exactly what blends you're brewing into your beloved cuppa every morning. We are all officially getting too old not to have Annoyingly Specific Coffee Preferences, and this is here to help us on that journey. Promising review: "Works great for my Keurig. I feel better not throwing away all those pods! Love the pod measuring scoop! The pods work great and are easy to use and clean. I just open the pod top and tap the bottom of the pod over the garbage to empty. Great value for money." — Kindle Customer Get a set of four from Amazon for $14.95 (also available with a scoop). 6. A set of reusable Gripstic bag sealers, which are sticks that clamp over open snack bags to make sure they're genuinely sealed and airtight. (We cannot risk letting our beloved Cheez-Its get stale!!) These also save a lot of space compared to regular chip clips, and are safer considering there isn't a spring that could either wear out or break on you in the middle of sealing something 😬. Gripstic is a small business that specializes in reusable chip clips. Promising review: "I'm a stickler about stale chips and have always used those little snapping clips. I thought they worked pretty well, but they really don't compared to Gripsticks. The snack that proved this the most was Pirate's Booty. If these are exposed to air for more than three minutes, they turn into styrofoam peanuts. I promise they're just as fresh as when you first open them with Gripsticks. They're going to be my go-to chip clips moving forward." — Rachel Campbell Get a set of 24 from Amazon for $23.95 (available in five sets). 7. A silicone baking mat for your sheet pan, so on days when you've run out of time to do anything orderly for dinner you can just slap a bunch of veggies and frozen goods down, drizzle them in olive oil, and shove them in the oven. Bonus: these are super easy to clean, so you won't have to deal with a mess! Promising review: "I use these mats multiple times a day. They make cleanup super easy, which is really important in my hectic life. They wipe off easily with just water." — Tasia Lung Get a set of two from Amazon for $12.99 (available in two styles and in multipacks). 8. A rectangular Lazy Susan so you can quit meticulously organizing your fridge and embrace the full chaos. This not only holds way more than the traditional round version, but has 360 degree rotation, so you can easily access condiments and foods at the "back" by spinning them closer to yourself. No more accidentally dumping pickle jars on your unsuspecting feet!! Amazon Check out a TikTok of the rectangular Lazy Susan in action. Promising review: "Wow! I love this turntable organizer! I can fit so many items on it and because of that I now have so much more space on the door shelves. With this organizer, I will have easy access to all of those extra items that just don't have their own space. Now they do have a place to go! I would highly recommend this product to everyone who wants to feel more organized and doesn't want to lose items in their fridge." — Amazon Customer Get it from Amazon for $19.99. 9. A snap-on pasta strainer to free your pasta from its hot juices straight from the pot, and spare you storage space to boot (is it just me or are colanders always in the business of being exactly in the way of whatever it is you need?). Psst — these are also a game-changer for washing your fruit, too! Amazon Kitchen Gizmos is a small business that specializes in kitchen accessories. Promising review:"I've owned this for about six months, and I couldn't imagine cooking without it. I hate strainers. They are bulky and fill up the dishwasher, I'm lazy, whatever. This strainer is a lifesaver. Clip it on your pan, strain, and voila! And it is so easy to clean. A little hot water and it's good to go for the next round. I highly recommend this gadget, it will retire your current strainer." — Viola Evens Get it from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in six colors). 10. A"Gracula" garlic crusher, because you know what? If a 108-year-old vampire lurking moodily in the trees in the Pacific Northwest isn't going to fall in love with you and grant you immortality, one might as well make your life in the kitchen a little easier. To mince the garlic, pop the vampire's head off, insert the cloves, and put it back on and twist. Reviewers also use this for ginger, nuts, and herbs! Promising review: "I love this little guy. I found him on a BuzzFeed list and had to have it as soon as I saw it! I've minced as many as five cloves in it in seconds. It's a little tricky getting all of the garlic out once minced (I use a silicone basting brush to get most of it, but I always use more than the recipe calls for anyway, so it's not a deal breaker). Cleanup is a breeze because he goes right in the dishwasher!" — Barbie Get it from Amazon for $18.99. 11. An internet-beloved OXO measuring cup with transparent measurements on the side *and* angled in the middle so you can see exactly how much you're measuring from a bird's-eye view. It also comes equipped with a soft grip handle and a deeply convenient angled nozzle, and is dishwasher-safe! Promising review:"Our old liquid measuring cups were beginning to get worn and very hard to read. I had seen these angled measuring cups before and wanted to give them a try, so I bought two (2-cup versions) to replace our existing cups. I've only gotten to use them a handful of times, but I can already tell you they are better than traditional measuring cups. In my opinion, this is the only way measuring cups should be made in the future." — SK Get it from Amazon for $10.95. 12. A reviewer-beloved veggie chopper that'll have you feeling like a golden god in your kitchen — this gadget julienne, chops, spiralizes, and slices vegetables in an instant and has a built-in storage container to hold the chopped veggies so you can pour them into a pan or dish without any mess. Amazon Fullstar is a small business established in 2017 that specializes in kitchen gadgets. Check out a TikTok of the veggie chopper in action. Promising review:"Makes life so much easier. I can't imagine chopping onions or bell peppers by hand anymore, and it does so much more. We used to have a Prepworks chopper which was a similar idea, but you had to press so hard to chop, and it broke after not too long. This one requires very little effort to cut through the food and it has a generous container." — Amazon Customer Get it from Amazon for $29.97+ (clip the $5 off coupon on the product page for this price; available in five styles). 13. A Mason jar-inspired cold brew coffee maker to save you (*crunches numbers*) one bajillion dollars at coffee shops, and a whole lot of time to boot. All you have to do is put your favorite coffee grounds in this pitcher and let them steep overnight. Be the cool, aloof barista with amazing cold brew on tap you want to see in the world! Promising review: "Smooth coffee. This is the best way to have coffee without the acid and still have the caffeine. Easy to use and so much cheaper than buying cold brew coffee. I have bought several over the years for friends. I've owned mine now for four years and still love it." — Terry Get it from Amazon for $24.99+ (available in four colors and two sizes). 14. A collapsible Magic Mushroom funnel so you can feel like an enchanted forest nymph while you funnel your coffee, wine, baking ingredients, or mystical potions. Amazon Check out a TikTok of the magic mushroom funnel in action. Promising review: "I am obsessed with this funnel!!! I juice a lot of citrus and juices for cocktails, and this little guy is the perfect size for bottling. It's beyond cute and really great quality. I'm always hesitant about buying silicone items, as I don't want them to be too thin. This is perfect! Sturdy and cute! Can't get better than that! The perfect addition to any cottagecore kitchen!" — Abbey Klem Get it from Amazon for $14.95 (available in two sizes). 15. A silicone oven push rack tool for avid bakers, cooks, and toast lovers who may get a liiiiitle overzealous pulling the goods out of the oven or the toaster. This heat-safe gizmo lets you easily slide out an oven rack or dig stuck bread out of the toaster without the YIKES of a burn. This is especially handy for smaller ovens and appliances where oven mitts might be too bulky of an option! Check out a TikTok of the heat-safe grabbing tool in action. Infraovens is a small business specializing in accessories for ovens and air fryers. Promising review: "Very sturdy and has many built in functions — pulls out heavy oven racks, pulls out baking dishes. So easy to cover or add to your dish and easily pushes back the rack and tray! Love this product." — Amazon Customer Get it from Amazon for $9.99 (available in two styles). 16. A revolving prefilled (!!) spice rack complete with 20 matching jars already labeled and filled with spices — truly an item so functional that you'd bring a small tear to Ina Garten's eye. Extreme bonus: this product comes with a code to get free refills on the spices for FIVE CALENDAR YEARS. This includes whole allspice, mustard seed, marjoram, black pepper, basil, garlic salt, coriander, caraway seed, dill weed, Italian seasoning, poultry seasoning, thyme, rosemary, savory, oregano, parsley, bay leaves, crushed mint, celery salt, and pizza seasonings. That's a whole lot of spiced deliciousness for one price. Promising review:"Do I feel like a chef!?! I have never owned a spice rack before. I totally forgot that this one came with the spices included, as well as, a code for refills (you just pay shipping). I love this sleek chrome design. It looks great on my counter." — Heather Get it from Wayfair for $33.65 (originally $60). 17. A "Pizza Pack," aka a pizza storage container so handy you'll wish you bought one MOONS ago. Instead of wasting foil or trying to shove a pizza box into the fridge, you can use this collapsible container to stack up to five leftover slices on top of each other — it's even designed so the slices won't stick, *plus* it's totally microwaveable, so you can reheat all the slices at once without moving them. Pizza Pack is a small business that specializes in sustainable food storage solutions. Promising review:"It's always a pain to put away leftover pizza. It never seems to work. UNTIL THIS PRODUCT!!! I am very happy with my purchase. It's easy to keep the pieces separate from others and you don't have a large bulky box letting your crust dry out. You can use it for one piece or several — it is very easy to expand. The best part is that it is very easy to clean. Storing the Pizza Pack when not in use doesn't take up a lot of space either. Try it." — B. Cirincione Get it from Amazon for $24.99 (available in eight colors). 18. A handy dandy condiment fork with a holder you can wrap right around a jar of olives or pickles so it'll always be at your disposal when you suddenly *need* a pickle but don't want to put your hands in the jar. This is also great for late-night snacking shenanigans, since you won't wake up half the house looking for a clean fork. Check out a TikTok of the condiment fork in action. Promising review: "Great kitchen item. Forks are great to get pickles out of the jar, but if you have kids/lazy people (lol) you know that dirty hands are going into that jar. 😉 This has really prevented that from happening. It comes with two different rings to fit whatever size jar, a stabber holder, and a stabbing stick." — Amazon Customer Get it from Amazon for $8.99. 19. A Scrub Daddy sponge holder designed *specifically* to suction to the side of your sink and cradle your favorite smiley sponge, so it air dries faster, stays cleaner, and helps minimize clutter on your counters. Storage Theory is a small business that specializes in unique storage solutions for every room in your home. Promising review:"Finally a nice place to keep my Scrub Daddy. Holds great on the side of the sink. The suction power is strong for its size, and it rotates with ease. This is a good holder for the price." — Luis peralez Psst — you can get a Scrub Daddy sponge here on Amazon! They are extremely beloved by TikTokers because they're mildew-resistant, dual-sided with different scrubbing textures, and designed with a smile that lets you more easily clean utensils. Get it from Amazon for $11.99. 20. A delightfully efficient wooden bread bow knife to get you easy, perfectly sliced cuts of thick breads like sourdough loaves and baguettes every time. Your fancy sandwich game is about to get out of control. Amazon, Check out a TikTok of the bread bow knife in action. Promising review: "I recently purchased a bread knife, and it has become an essential tool in my kitchen. The serrated blade effortlessly slices through various types of bread, providing clean and even cuts. The ergonomic handle ensures a comfortable grip, making it easy to maneuver. It's a reliable and efficient addition to my kitchen arsenal, highly recommended for anyone who loves fresh, perfectly sliced bread." — Mykayla Stump Get it from Amazon for $16.99. 21. A "Bacon Bin" so all the grease left over from your bacon has a home (read: does not clog your unsuspecting sink). Then you can easily store it in the fridge to cook with later, whether you're frying up bacon-greased veggies, burgers, or even (be still my baconified heart) grilled cheeeeeese. Amazon Check out a TikTok of the bacon bin in action. Talisman Designs is a small business that specializes in at-home cooking and entertaining products. Promising review:"This thing is awesome. Big enough to hold plenty of grease without taking up a ton of space. I keep mine in the butter compartment of my fridge next to the butter. I poured the grease right from the pan, still very hot right into it, and popped the lid on and put it in the fridge. Next time I needed some grease, I scooped some out with a spoon, no muss no fuss. Much better than the glass jar I was using. My only warning is if you get it out when people are visiting keep an eye on it. It's so cute and so good at its job everyone will want one." — John Dollard Get it from Amazon for $16.99. 22. A magnetic microwave cover perfect for anyone whose Panera soup obsession is a little *too* well documented over every surface inside of their microwave. This conveniently sticks to the top of your microwave so you can pop it right off whenever you're looking to tear up some broccoli cheddar on a wild Tuesday night. Hover Cover is a small business that specializes in microwave covers for home kitchen use. Check out a TikTok of the microwave cover in action. Promising review:"If you live in a small space like I do, this will seriously change your life. No longer do I have to struggle to find somewhere to put my cover if I'm heating up a cup of coffee. Just attach it to the roof of your microwave. Hopefully, you have a flat surface; check before you buy. There is a slight learning curve as to where to put it or the force or lack thereof needed, but after a couple of times it's second nature. Love, love, love this product. I'm probably going to get some for Christmas presents next year, it's one of those items that you wouldn't necessarily buy for yourself but it will change your life." — Rachel Get it from Amazon for $24.95. 23. A leaf-shaped herb and kale stripper you can use for easy meal prepping when "all things delicious and green" are on the menu. It even features a curved edge for easy herb chopping. Promising review: "This is one of those random kitchen gadgets that you would never even think about existing, but it's brilliant! We grew kale in our garden, and I was spending way too much time cutting the leaves off the stems, then I stumbled across this tool being suggested on a blog. I immediately ordered one and was very impressed! It saves me so much time stripping those leaves. I also use it for rosemary, oregano, and other herbs." — Elaine S. Get it from Amazon for $6.99. 24. A slim magnetic stove shelf that quickly and securely fastens right on the top of your stove so you have easy, immediate access to tools and seasonings and anything you need to get your inner Food Network on while you're listening to podcasts and vibing. Amazon StoveShelf is a US-based small business that specializes in stove shelves for various sizes of stoves. Check out a Tiktok of the StoveShelf in action. Promising review:"There was no set it out of the box and place it on the stove. The magnets are very strong keeping the shelf fixed in place. The magnets are raised allowing air flow underneath preventing the shelf from heating up. Sizing was perfect. I love it!" — Amazon Customer Get it from Amazon for $39.99 (available in three sizes and in three finishes). 25. A"Hell Done" digital thermometer so you can keep track of your meats to know if they're rare, medium, well-done, or positively ~sinful~. This features a clear and easy-to-read digital display, plus the ability to tell people you literally went to hell and back to cook this meal!!! Promising review: "This thermometer not only works perfectly, but is a great conversation starter at gatherings! I've used it a few times now and am completely satisfied with the purchase. It is accurate, and the display is super easy to read. If you buy this, make sure to read the back of the box ;)." — Amazon Customer Get it from Amazon for $17.95. 26. A Crack'em egg cracker and spoon rest reviewers swear by for getting perfectly cracked, shell-free eggs every time. A lot of parents in particular mention how great it is for kids to use when they're baking and cooking as a fam! Amazon Crack'em is a veteran-owned small business established in 2013 that specializes in family-friendly kitchen accessories. Check out a TikTok of the egg cracker in action. Promising review:"I absolutely cannot believe I'm doing this. I got this because I am ALWAYS having to pick out the shell when I crack an egg, whether for breakfast or my baking. Since buying this, I have cracked dozens of eggs without ANY shells in it. To say I am happy is an understatement. If you don't have one you should rush to get one. We are going to get them for wedding gifts when we know that the couple loves to do their own cooking. Kudos to whoever thought of this. It works perfectly, every time." — Edwin Myers Get it from Amazon for $9.99 (available in six colors and three-packs). 27. " Ever Toast," a wildly clever plate for toast and grilled sandwiches that keeps your meal elevated so it doesn't get all soggy on the bottom. Now you can take your time eating your toasted grub and nget that oh-so-satisfying CROOONNNCHHH in every bite. Ever Toast is a small business that specializes in unique dinner plates. Promising review: "GENIUSSSSS. Thiss product is NECESSARY if you hate soggy sandwiches, pizzas, waffles! Works great, keeps everything crispy and toast, we love it here! And for two plates it's a great price!" — Paolo Rivas Get a set of two from Amazon for $14.99. 28. A Frywall because there are safer ways to get your cardio in than dodging the oil spitting at you every time you try to fry up bacon!! This is cleverly-designed to leave plenty of room in the pan while protecting your human form, and also folds up to be super compact, so it won't take up space in your kitchen cabinets. Amazon Frywall is a New York-based small business that specializes in protective kitchen accessories. Promising review:"This thing works great! It saves me loads of clean-up time from splatter on the range and surrounding areas. I am a messy cook! It allows steam to escape (unlike the flat splatter guards I have always used), so that whatever is cooking is dry cooked and does not get mushy or collect water. There is ample space to get to the food to move it around or add ingredients. It goes into the dishwasher and cleans without having a greasy residue. It folds up into the sleeve it came in for storage, so it resides with my other pot lids without taking up additional space. I have recommended this to friends." — Robin Riley Get it from Amazon for $29.95 (available in four colors). 29. A fast-drying sink stone caddy you can prop your sponges or toothbrushes on and watch the magic happen — the water will "poof!" evaporate in less than two minutes, preventing your sink area from becoming a soggy, sudsy mess. Momo Lifestyle is a small business that specializes in family-friendly homewares. Promising review:"We got this for the bathroom that the kids use. Anybody with little kids will know that they make a constant mess. We had water all over the counter, mainly around the soap dispenser, and it was causing problems. This has helped a great deal. There is less water on the counter and I even like to put water on it sometimes just to watch it evaporate within about 60-90 seconds. It was totally worth the money." — David P. Get it from Amazon for $14.90. 30. A rapid ramen cooker that gets the job done in the microwave in just three minutes so you don't have to waste any time babysitting the stove or measuring out the water just right — just fill to the line, pop it in, and let the magic happen. Rapid Brands is a California-based small business that specializes in dishwasher-safe, microwaveable, BPA-free kitchen products. Promising review:"This thing may seem like just an ordinary Tupperware, but I assure you it will blow that thin plastic garbage out of the water. It retains heat amazingly and does not bend nor falter under extreme temperatures. I'm a college student, and I have never felt such joy from making ramen in my small dorm microwave; for a 900 watt, I recommend five minutes. Buy this product if you live and breathe air, because it is beautiful." — Theron Get it from Amazon for $8.99 (available in 15 colors and two sizes). 31. A stainless-steel banana and berry slicer so you can get the *meal prep's kiss* most uniform slices for your oatmeal, yogurt parfait, and delicious baking needs. Psst — parents love this for an easy, fast way to cut up fruit for kiddos! Promising review: "Another must-have item from Amazon. I love peanut butter and banana sandwiches. These are handy items that make the job faster and easier. My wife loves them. Visitors are amazed!" — Alfred R. Wall Get it from Amazon for $7.49. 32. A microwave cooling caddy that doesn't get hot so you can pop your grub out of the microwave without waiting for it to cool down or grabbing oven mitts. Especially important when several humans need the microwave and you can't be lingering there waiting for your soup bowl to be grab-able. Amazon Handy Gourmet is a small business that specializes in home and kitchen products. Promising review: "Who would have guessed how much easier this product makes getting hot items out of the microwave? This makes the retrieval much safer for me. I have hand problems and gripping this tool makes the removal steadier and safer without getting burns. I recommend!" — Envy's Opinion Get it from Amazon for $9.99 (available in three colors). 33. A Souper Cube, aka a busy meal prepper's best friend — this is designed to perfectly house leftover soups, stews, and sauce, so the next time you need a quick-fix meal, you can pop it out and reheat it in no time flat. Souper Cubes is a US-based small business that specializes in bake-and-freeze storage products. Promising review:"So happy that I found these. I'm the only one in my household who enjoys soup year-round. Have you ever tried to make homemade soup for one? I say it's impossible! But no longer. I can brew up the stock pot with bone broth or my favorite home soup. Fill up my Souper Cubes, freeze, pop out, store my goodies in a freezer bag, and I'm ready for the next batch!" — Debbie R. Texas Get it from Amazon for $19.95. 34. A set of Bernie Bunny toaster tongs to stop you from playing electric shock/burn/OUCH!! roulette every time you try to retrieve something that's fallen deep into the toaster with your human hand. This is also an excellent fix for parents worrying about kids making their own toast, since Bernie is so cute that they'll be ~hoppy~ to use him. Amazon Promising review:"These are so useful at reaching into the toaster and grabbing waffles that have fallen, or bagels that are too hot, or even toast when it's homemade bread and needs to be turned. Plus, and actually foremost — they're ADORABLE! I love a little whimsy and the functionality these offer, with the whimsy make them a five star item!" — Dani Elle Get it from Amazon for $13.95. 35. A pair of shredder claws to carve all your meats up faster than Wolverine can blink, giving them the perfect consistency for sandwiches, tacos, and (mostly importantly of all) chip dips. Bear Paw Products is a US-based small business established in 1993 that specializes in grilling tools and accessories. Promising review:"My pork shoulder always tastes good, but I'm too lazy to pull or chop it properly. These claws really made short, pretty easy work of that job. I used them just as described: I put the meat on and took it off, cut off a portion, dug in, and started pulling. You can make your pieces as big or small as you like. Much easier than with a fork or knife. They just work. I think, after writing this, I'm going to go put a shoulder on right now." — Edwin C. Kebschull Get it from Amazon for $9.99 (available in four colors). 36. A two-slice touchscreen toaster with all the fanciness of the $350 TikTok-famous version and none of the "YIKESSSSS" of the price tag. This lets you select seven different toastiness levels for your bread, and specify if you're putting other carbs in there, like bagels, English muffins, waffles, and even gluten-free bread. Promising review:"I love this toaster! It has all the options I need: lifter, countdown timer, visual icon of the toast colors, and all the toast varieties anyone could want, from white to grain to bagel to waffle to English muffin to gluten-free. It not only has reheat and defrost options, you can even add more toasting time, too. Truly, it has all the bells and whistles anyone could want and is easy to use." — Tanya Feddern-Bekcan Get it from Amazon for $56.99+ (available in six colors and in a four-slice toaster style). 37. A space-saving yogurt organizer necessary for anyone whose future baby names are "Chobani," "Oikos," and "Fage." These free up space in your fridge out of respect to the other non-yogurt items that you benevolently allow to also live there. Check out a TikTok of the yogurt storage rack in action. Storage Theory is a small business that specializes in home and office organizational products. Promising review: "Works great, wish I would have gotten more!! So very handy to have and see how many yogurts we have. Comes with two super-strong 3M adhesive stripes. Highly recommend product!!" — Amanda Adams Get it from Amazon for $13.99+ (available in packs of one or two). 38. A sleek one-button electric wine bottle opener because TBH, nobody has time to lament a cork getting stuck in their bottle and google a bunch of hacks to fix it anymore. This rechargeable beauty will safely pop it open without any of the hassle. Promising review:"I have had this wine bottle opener for over two years and I'm so happy with this purchase. I love the aesthetic and that I can leave on the counter. When you receive the product, you just have to plug it in to charge and then it's ready to use. It's convenient to have the foil cutter. It's also still sharp after two years. In just a few seconds the bottle is opened and I'm ready to enjoy a glass of wine!" — Rebecca Anne Get it from Amazon for $24.69+ (available in four styles). 39. A pancake batter dispenser complete with side measurements so you can mix your ingredients right into it without dirtying up an extra bowl and ladle. Reviewers swear by this to get mess-free, perfectly round and portioned pancakes! Check out a TikTok of the pancake batter dispenser in action. Promising review: "I got this yesterday, and my son asked me this morning if I would make him pancakes! I was happy to oblige, so I could try my new kitchen gadget, and it did not disappoint! I LOVE it! I made the batter right in the container, and it has measurements on it, so I didn't even have to get out my measuring cups. The batter came out perfectly and easily, and when I stopped the flow, it immediately stopped! There was not one dribble of batter anywhere, and the pancakes turned out perfectly!" — Nikki Get it from Amazon for $20.47. 40. A set of chic brushed finish stick-on kitchen towel hooks so you don't have to settle for hanging them from a cabinet or the handle of a dishwasher or oven, where they'll inevitably fall on the yucky floor. Amazon Promising review:"I don't like hanging my towel on the cabinet doors, as they are too low to ground for me. I needed something small to fit in the area by kitchen sink and this worked perfectly. It's easy to slide a towel in and it sticks really well. It's cute and small, so it's not really noticeable. Perfect." — VMS Get a set of two from Amazon for $13.20. 41. A set of little cast-iron scrapers designed with a durable polycarbonate plastic to easily scrape off grease, cheese, and burnt sauce off cookware without scratching or messing with the seasoning. Amazon Promising review: "These are smaller than the photos indicate, but they are very good at their job of removing crud. Love them. I have only needed to open one of the three included in the set, and I suspect this first one will last indefinitely, so I may give away the others. This is one of those small, cheap products that is incredibly helpful. Why didn't I buy this years ago? Used to leave some pots and pans for my spouse, but now it's almost fun to clean them using this." — 4eyeslab Get a set of three from Amazon for $4.77 (also available in a five-pack). 42. A pickling starter kit complete with everything you need to start fermenting small batches of INFINITE delicious things, from the traditional cucumbers and onions to yummy sauerkraut and kimchi to adventurous watermelon and mango 😋 . (If you've never had pickled mango before ... THANK ME LATER.) Amazon Fermentaholics is a small business that specializes in pickling and kombucha starter kits. Promising review: "This kit is great for first timers or experienced, and makes DELICIOUS pickles, or pickled anything for that matter. Pickles, carrots, onions, asparagus. The instructions are easy to follow and understand. Will be buying as gifts for my pickle loving friends and more for myself. Makes me want to try the other products this company offers." — KelF Get it from Amazon for $16.49. 43. A Potato Express, because I think if we're all being honest with ourselves, the older we get, the more we crave a weeknight at home with Netflix in our eyes and a warm potato in our laps. This cooks up to *four* potatoes flawlessly in mere minutes so you don't have to wait to go to clown town with cheese and other fixings. Promising review:"Makes baked potatoes so easy. Just wash them, poke them with a fork, and place in your microwave. A few minutes later, it's time to eat. I bought my first bag about eight years ago, and finally, it was time to replace it. If you have never tried one of these, you should. I bought extras so I could give them to friends as a small gift and to save them time." — Dennis S. Get it from Amazon for $14.73. 44. An absurdly gorgeous, oh-so-functional detachable cookware set that has the luxe look of a lot of expensive brands, but wayyyy more convenience. These premium, nonstick pans are designed to save a ton of space with detaching handles that let the pans "nest" snugly in the cupboard. Each set includes an eight-inch and ten-inch frying pan, a ten-inch deep frying pan, a seven-inch and eight-inch saucepan, two glass lids, two removable handles, and four pot protectors. Promising review: "I found these detachable pots and pans on a YouTube video. They are such a space saver for small kitchen. They can stack on top of each other, which only takes up a small corner of the cabinet. The spot protectors are so useful and neat that you won't scratch the pots. They are very easy to clean. Great quality that I've recommended to several friends." — Yuli Aoki Get it from Amazon for $59.99 (clip the $20 off coupon on the product page for this price). Reviews have been edited for length and/or clarity.
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15-03-2025
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34 Ridiculously Clever Kitchen Products From Small Businesses On Amazon
We hope you love our recommendations! Some may have been sent as samples, but all were independently selected by our editors. Just FYI, BuzzFeed and its publishing partners may collect a share of sales and/or other compensation from the links on this page. In this economy, we definitely need our produce to last, and these freshness saver balls do just that. 1. A "Bread Buddy" dispenser that lets you enjoy your bread loaf at your own pace so you're not racing to finish it before it expires in just a few days. This airtight container keeps your bread fresh (and from being smushed) while conveniently releasing one slice at a time. And the clear design means you'll still be able to read the labels! Check out a TikTok of the Buddeez sandwich bread dispenser in action. Buddeez is a family-owned, Missouri-based small business that specializes in unique household products. Promising review:"This bread dispenser is great! It does exactly what it was intended for. I live alone and I don't quite go through bread often enough before the last quarter section of the loaf starts to go stale. I was originally looking for something to put a loaf of bread in as a shell for my vacuum sealer, that would keep the bread from getting crushed from the pressure. This dispenser solved all of my problems. Thank you!" — DRMcQuaig Get it from Amazon for $14.99+ (available in two lid colors). 2. A pack of stain-removing, nontoxic cleaner pods for when your Keurig is getting a little too clogged, and your beverages are tasting kinda funky. Just run it like normal with one of these pods, and you'll be shocked at what comes out — but then you'll get over it and be enjoying fresh coffee in no time! Quick & Clean is a small business that specializes in coffee machine cleaning products. Promising review:"I had no idea that cleaning a Keurig was a thing. I bought these because I saw them on TikTok, believe it or not. I wanted to give it a go because my Keurig isn't that old and I didn't think it would do anything. IT WORKS SO WELL! My Keurig wasn't as nasty as some I've seen, lucky. I would highly recommend, keeps everything running correctly and clean." — Lauren Get a set of six from Amazon for $9.95 (also available in a set of 12 and 18). 3. A set of reusable GripStic bag sealers so your precious "Everything But the Bagel" chips from Trader Joe's don't go stale after a week. They slide across the entire top of the bag, ensuring an airtight seal, and will fit in even the most cluttered of drawers (unlike bulky chip clips). GripStic is a small business that specializes in reusable chip clips. Promising review: "I'm a stickler about stale chips and have always used those little snapping clips. I thought they worked pretty well, but they really don't compared to GripStics. The snack that proved this the most was Pirate's Booty. If these are exposed to air for more than three minutes, they turn into styrofoam peanuts. I promise they're just as fresh as when you first open them with GripStics. They're going to be my go-to chip clips moving forward." — Rachel Campbell Get a set of 12 from Amazon for $23.95 (available in four sizes and an assorted pack). 4. A set of Bottle Bright tablets that turn cleaning your water bottle from one of the most laborious chores to the least. Just drop in a tablet, add warm water, let it soak while the tablet fizzes up, then rinse. Voilà — your bottle is sparkling clean without any scrubbing! Bottle Bright is a US-based small business established in 2009 that specializes in cleaning products. Promising review:"I seriously can't believe how well these little tablets work. I had the most disgusting Hydro Flask coffee mug; I tried everything — bottle brush, different kinds of soap, vinegar, EVERYTHING — and there was still a seemingly impenetrable layer of black sludge inside. It grossed me out so much that I bought ANOTHER Hydro Flask to replace it. Eventually they both got black inside, so I tried these little magic tablets. I let a tablet sit in each of my mugs for an hour or two, and the black sludge rinsed out COMPLETELY, without even scrubbing. They look brand-new. What a magical product." — Amazon Customer Get a set of 12 from Amazon for $7.90+ (available in a three-pack and in sets of 36 and 72). 5. A veggie chopper for keeping your counter tidy while speeding up your prep time. If you love to cook but hate chopping (who doesn't, right?) this thing is a lifesaver. It chops just about everything — onions, peppers, zucchinis, potatoes, you name it! Plus, it comes with different blades for slicing, dicing, and even spiraling your favorite veggies. Amazon Fullstar is a small business established in 2017 that specializes in kitchen gadgets. Check out a TikTok of the veggie chopper in action. Promising review:"Makes life so much easier. I can't imagine chopping onions or bell peppers by hand anymore, and it does so much more. We used to have a Prepworks chopper which was a similar idea, but you had to press so hard to chop, and it broke after not too long. This one requires very little effort to cut through the food and it has a generous container." — Amazon Customer Get it from Amazon for $22.99+ (available in four colors and four sets). 6. An airtight cold brew coffee maker so you can enjoy your morning coffee ritual without spending your entire paycheck (or having to leave the house). This makes the whole process super easy — just put coffee in the mesh filter, fill it with water, let it steep overnight, and wake up to a smooth, refreshing brew. Takeya is a small business that specializes in water bottles and pitchers. Promising review:"This coffee maker is my BEST FRIEND! I use this every day, it's so easy to use! My coffee comes out perfect every time. I'm a cold coffee drinker and I put about 8–10 scoops of freshly ground coffee into the filter. I let it sit overnight and the next morning, I remove the filter and dump the grounds. It makes four days' worth of coffee and I love that it's ready to go for me, especially since I wake up at 4:50 a.m. and I need to make my coffee quickly! It's very easy to clean as well." — Panda Get it from Amazon for $21.05+ (available in two sizes and three colors). 7. A 52-week tear-off meal planning pad if you just don't have the time or energy to figure out what to eat every. single. day. This takes that burden off your shoulders by giving you a nice place to organize your weekly meals and the ingredients you need. Since it's ~magnetic~, you can stick it to your fridge where it's much more visible than that notepad that always seems to disappear — and the perforation means you can easily tear off the shopping list on your way to the store! Check out a TikTok of the weekly meal planning pad in action. Sweetzer and Orange is a small business specializing in planners, stationery, and educational products. Promising review: "The magnet is great, sticks to fridge very well, does not slide or move. Perfect for planning meals and adding needed grocery items to the right side. Then you just tear off the right side and head to the store. This has made our family meal planning so much easier!" — SandyBeach Get it from Amazon for $8.99 (available in two styles). 8. A silicone oven push rack tool so you no longer have to finagle with a spatula or risk burning your fingers fishing your bagel out of the toaster oven. It's dishwasher safe and can withstand temps up to 450 degrees F, so that scalding tray of crispy potatoes you shoved too far back in the oven has got nothing on you. Check out a TikTok of the heat-safe grabbing tool in action. Infraovens is a small business specializing in accessories for ovens and air fryers. Promising review: "Very sturdy and has many built in functions — pulls out heavy oven racks, pulls out baking dishes. So easy to cover or add to your dish and easily pushes back the rack and tray! Love this product." — Amazon Customer Get it from Amazon for $9.99 (available in a silicone or beech wood style). 9. A set of convenient suctioning "Food Cubby" dividers for the people who cannot *stand* their food touching. I mean, I get it — who wants the syrup from their waffle mixing with their eggs?? And the suction on this is *strong* so it really keeps runny food from spreading all over the plate. Amazon Check out a TikTok of the food cubby in action. Food Cubby is a small business specializing in family-friendly kitchen accessories. Promising review:"I love these! Even as an adult, I hate my food touching. Thought they might keep things apart but not juices or things, but they really stick to the plate, and the meat juice doesn't run into the salad. It saves me from having different plates for each food. I wish I had these a long time ago." — Superbeckee Get a two-pack from Amazon for $14.99 (available in two colors). 10. A magnetic microwave cover that conveniently attaches to the microwave ceiling, ensuring it's always ready when you need it. Now when you reheat your lasagna leftovers, it won't look like an actual crime scene. Hover Cover is a small business that specializes in microwave covers for home kitchen use. Check out a TikTok of the microwave cover in action. Promising review:"If you live in a small space like I do, this will seriously change your life. No longer do I have to struggle to find somewhere to put my cover if I'm heating up a cup of coffee. Just attach it to the roof of your microwave. Hopefully, you have a flat surface; check before you buy. There is a slight learning curve as to where to put it or the force or lack thereof needed, but after a couple of times it's second nature. Love, love, love this product. I'm probably going to get some for Christmas presents next year, it's one of those items that you wouldn't necessarily buy for yourself but it will change your life." — Rachel Get it from Amazon for $24.95 (available in a set of two). 11. A set of collapsible silicone microwave to-go containers to make bringing lunch to work a breeze — no more dealing with a bulky empty container all day. Plus, you can heat your food right in the container, saving you from transferring it to another dish (and avoiding extra cleanup). They're also freezer-safe, making them perfect for meal prepping too! Amazon SuperDee Corp is a small business that specializes in food storage products. Promising review:"I keep one of these in my bag at all times, and now I can bring home leftovers from restaurants and not have to deal with single-use plastic or Styrofoam to-go containers that will just be floating around the planet a thousand years from now. They have never leaked or spilled. They are well made, easy to open and close, and take up little space in my bag." — Kristen Nicoletti Get a set of four from Amazon for $24.95. 12. A slim magnetic stove shelf that attaches directly to the top of your stove and gives you easy access to the spices, oils, or utensils that you frequently use while cooking. It's a great way to maximize every inch of space in your kitchen — especially if you have a tiny one. StoveShelf is a US-based small business that specializes in stove shelves for various sizes of stoves. Check out a Tiktok of the StoveShelf in action. Promising review:"There was no it out of the box and place it on the stove. The magnets are very strong keeping the shelf fixed in place. The magnets are raised allowing air flow underneath preventing the shelf from heating up. Sizing was perfect. I love it!" — Amazon Customer Get it from Amazon for $39.99 (available in three sizes and three colors). 13. BluApple freshness saver balls to help keep your fruits and veggies fresh longer by absorbing ethylene gas, which is what causes them to ripen and spoil too quickly. Simply pop it in your fridge's crisper drawer, on the shelves, or in your fruit bowl — each packet in the apple can last up to three months! Amazon BluApple is a small business that specializes in products to keep produce fresh and prevent food waste. Promising review:"These REALLY work! We have to move them away from our fresh fruit so it would ripen! My produce is lasting at least three times as long without spoilage. This is a great product, and I have already bought many as gifts. They don't seem to work on tomatoes, but they are great with bananas, apples, kiwi, pears, grapes, plums, peaches, lettuces, mushrooms, and many more fruits and vegetables." — Jacki Get a pack of two BluApples (plus one year of refills) from Amazon for $26.99. They also sell additional refills separately, when it's time to restock! 14. A fast-drying sink stone caddy that absorbs water so quickly, you'll think you hallucinated it ever being wet. It stands on four tiny legs, which helps prevent buildup, keeping your counters dry and ready for the next time you do the dishes. Momo Lifestyle is a small business that specializes in family-friendly homewares. Promising review:"We got this for the bathroom that the kids use. Anybody with little kids will know that they make a constant mess. We had water all over the counter, mainly around the soap dispenser, and it was causing problems. This has helped a great deal. There is less water on the counter and I even like to put water on it sometimes just to watch it evaporate within about 60–90 seconds. It was totally worth the money." — David P. Get it from Amazon for $14.90. 15. A rolling egg dispenser because it's more fun and convenient than taking the whole carton out just for one egg. It has a nonslip base to keep it in place and can hold up to 14 large eggs. If you're someone who starts every morning off with some fluffy scrambled eggs, then this will be your new best friend. Check out a TikTok of the egg storage roller in action. YouCopia is a woman-owned small business that specializes in home storage solutions. Promising review: "Here it is! The best egg container on Amazon! How can I say that? Easy! Engineering! The slight tilt angle on the bottom of the container that the egg drawer sits on forces eggs to lightly roll forward, keeping all your eggs in the front, and never in the back, where you don't need them. It's super easy to use, so easy to clean, comes apart and can hold a full can organizer on top without issue, so no issues with sturdiness. It can easily hold 14 large size eggs. Easily one of my favorite purchases." — Karingen Get it from Amazon for $12.99 (available in a larger size). 16. A plastic-bag dispenser for your plastic bags' drawer that's so stuffed with boxes, it keeps jamming every time you open it. It even comes with optional labels to keep everything *extra* organized so you always know which size bag you're grabbing. Check out a TikTok of the plastic bag dispenser in action. This also comes from woman-owned small biz YouCopia! Promising review:"I like it very much. Not so large. Lightweight. Would look nice on top of the counter. What I like is that you do not have to wrangle the box into the slots. Simply pick up the roll of bags from their packaging and put them in the designated slot." — Amazon Customer Get it from Amazon for $24.99+ (available in three-, four-, or five-slot models). 17. A Crack'em egg cracker and spoon rest to replace the edge of your counter, which does fine work, but if you're ready for an upgrade that'll get you a perfectly cracked line every time (ensuring shell-less omelets), then this is the thing for you. Plus, it's ~eggcellent~ for kids who are first learning how to cook! Amazon Crack'em is a veteran-owned small business established in 2013 that specializes in family-friendly kitchen accessories. Check out a TikTok of the egg cracker in action. Promising review:"I absolutely cannot believe I'm doing this. I got this because I am ALWAYS having to pick out the shell when I crack an egg, whether for breakfast or my baking. Since buying this, I have cracked dozens of eggs without ANY shells in it. To say I am happy is an understatement. If you don't have one you should rush to get one. We are going to get them for wedding gifts when we know that the couple loves to do their own cooking. Kudos to whoever thought of this. It works perfectly, every time." — Edwin Myers Get it from Amazon for $9.99 (available in six colors and a three-pack). 18. A Frywall for keeping hot oil from splattering on you, your clothes, and your counters. Save yourself the pain of being burned and losing your favorite top to oil stains! Amazon Frywall is a New York-based small business that specializes in protective kitchen accessories. Promising review:"This thing works great! It saves me loads of clean-up time from splatter on the range and surrounding areas. I am a messy cook! It allows steam to escape (unlike the flat splatter guards I have always used), so that whatever is cooking is dry cooked and does not get mushy or collect water. There is ample space to get to the food to move it around or add ingredients. It goes into the dishwasher and cleans without having a greasy residue. It folds up into the sleeve it came in for storage, so it resides with my other pot lids without taking up additional space. I have recommended this to friends." — Robin Riley Get it from Amazon for $28.95 (available in four colors). 19. A little "Bacon Bin" allowing you to reuse your bacon grease to elevate other dishes — imagine how much better your scrambled eggs will taste (I'm drooling thinking about it). It can withstand temps of up to 500 degrees so you can immediately pour your leftover grease into it (while it's still pourable), and the removable strainer makes sure no actual bacon bits get in there. Amazon, Check out a TikTok of the bacon bin in action. Talisman Designs is a small business that specializes in at-home cooking and entertaining products. Promising review:"This thing is awesome. Big enough to hold plenty of grease without taking up a ton of space. I keep mine in the butter compartment of my fridge next to the butter. I poured the grease right from the pan, still very hot right into it, and popped the lid on and put it in the fridge. Next time I needed some grease, I scooped some out with a spoon, no muss no fuss. Much better than the glass jar I was using. My only warning is if you get it out when people are visiting keep an eye on it. It's so cute and so good at its job everyone will want one." — John Dollard Get it from Amazon for $20. 20. A Cherry Chomper because we've all experienced the pain of chomping on a cherry and almost breaking a tooth. Now you can eat your favorite fruit without the annoyance of manual de-pitting! It's super kid friendly and a great way to entertain little ones without worrying about them choking on a cherry pit. Amazon, This is also from small biz Talisman Designs! Promising review:"Hands down, one of the coolest and cutest kitchen gadgets I own. I bought this pitter because my father is a HUGE bing cherry fan. When cherry season is in, you can guarantee he'll be sitting in his recliner with a bowl full of cherries. He normally eats cherries and pits them in his mouth, but in his older age, I worried about him cracking a tooth or choking on the pit. So I bought this pitter and it was an INSTANT hit! He loved how cute it was and the pitter does an amazing job. Easy to use, not a ton of force needed, and then the pits are in one place and easy to throw away!" — cocade27 Get it from Amazon for $17.99. 21. A Scrub Daddy sponge holder that gives your favorite cleaning tool a designated spot (and the appreciation it deserves). This suctions to the side of your sink, keeping your sponge from ending up at the bottom or sitting in its own puddle at the edge of the sink. Storage Theory is a small business that specializes in unique storage solutions for every room in your home. Promising review:"Finally a nice place to keep my Scrub Daddy. Holds great on the side of the sink. The suction power is strong for its size, and it rotates with ease. This is a good holder for the price." — Luis peralez Psst — you can get a Scrub Daddy sponge here on Amazon! They are extremely beloved because they're mildew-resistant, dual-sided with different scrubbing textures, and designed with a smile that lets you more easily clean utensils. Get it from Amazon for $6.99 (available in a two-pack and a combo pack). 22. A very innovative space-saving yogurt organizer to make use of the ceiling or sides of your fridge so you can stock up on all the yogurt your heart desires and *still* have space for your 10 different types of cheese. Check out a TikTok of the yogurt storage rack in action. This also comes from Storage Theory! Promising review: "Works great, wish I would have gotten more!! So very handy to have and see how many yogurts we have. Comes with two super-strong 3M adhesive stripes. Highly recommend product!!" — The Adams Family Get it from Amazon for $11.99+ (available in packs of one or two). 23. A rapid ramen cooker because even though ramen is marketed as a quick, easy meal, there's still the hassle of filling a pot, waiting for it to boil, cooking it, and then cleaning up afterward (I'm tired just thinking about it). This actually matches the convenience associated with ramen — just fill it with water, pop it in the microwave, enjoy your meal, then toss it in the dishwasher! Rapid Brands is a California-based small business that specializes in dishwasher-safe, microwaveable, BPA-free kitchen products. Promising review:"This thing may seem like just an ordinary Tupperware, but I assure you it will blow that thin plastic garbage out of the water. It retains heat amazingly and does not bend nor falter under extreme temperatures. I'm a college student, and I have never felt such joy from making ramen in my small dorm microwave; for a 900 watt, I recommend five minutes. Buy this product if you live and breathe air, because it is beautiful." — Theron Get it from Amazon for $8.99 (available in 11 colors and two sizes, a cup version, and a two-pack). 24. A Stojo collapsible travel cup that collapses down so you can throw it in your bag instead of carrying around an empty full-size travel mug! It's also great if you like to bring your morning cup of joe with you to work (instead of trying to chug it in five minutes) — it's microwave safe, so you can reheat your lukewarm beverage instead of dumping it out! Check out a TikTok of the Stojo collapsible cup in action. Stojo is a small business that specializes in dishwasher-, microwave-safe storage and travel products with the goal of eliminating single-use plastics. Promising review:"I take my lunch to work, and mid-day I like to use the Keurig to brew a cup of coffee. The 12-ounce Stojo cup I purchased is very practical. It is thick and durable. The plastic collar enables you to hold the cup without squeezing it or burning your hands on the hot walls of the cup. It seals well so you don't have to worry about leaking your drink on your shirt. It even has some reasonable thermal properties." — ViciousCycle Get a 16-ounce cup from Amazon for $19.99 (available in four sizes, 26 colors, and with or without a straw). 25. A microwaveable "Pizza Pack" since there's no real easy way to store leftover slices — until now, of course. This airtight container is expandable, holds up to five pieces, and comes with divider trays to keep the individual slices from sticking together. *Plus* the trays double as plates for when you're reheating a single slice! Gone are the days of having to rearrange your entire fridge for just one box of pizza. Pizza Pack is a small business that specializes in sustainable food storage solutions. Promising review:"It's always a pain to put away leftover pizza. It never seems to work. UNTIL THIS PRODUCT!!! I am very happy with my purchase. It's easy to keep the pieces separate from others and you don't have a large bulky box letting your crust dry out. You can use it for one piece or several — it is very easy to expand. The best part is that it is very easy to clean. Storing the Pizza Pack when not in use doesn't take up a lot of space either. Try it." — B. Cirincione Get it from Amazon for $24.99 (available in eight colors and packs of two, three, four, or five). 26. A height-adjustable tray table for posting up and chowing down while watching your favorite show — and not missing all the good parts because you're hunched over a coffee table. It's also amazing for remote workers who love to do their job from the couch but run into the same issue of the uncomfortable hunchback! Table-Mate is a small business that specializes in height-adjustable table trays. Promising review: "This table is exactly what I was looking for to be able use my mouse and keyboard for the computer while working from home. It's plenty stable and easily moved to the side for storage or when I need to get up from the chair. I also use it as my lunch table and to hold my iPad when not on the computer." — sleuneberg Get it from Amazon for $49.99+ (available in four colors and a larger size). 27. A Souper Cube freezer tray so you only need to go through the labor of making soup ~once~ to enjoy it several times. (Four to be exact!) It comes with a lid to prevent spilling and keep that weird freezer taste out, and reviewers have used them to store all sorts of things, including chicken broth, meat sauces, curries, and much more. Plus, this bad boy can be put in the oven (up to 415 degrees), so you can even use it to make mini banana bread loaves! Souper Cubes is a US-based small business that specializes in bake-and-freeze storage products. Promising review:"So happy that I found these. I'm the only one in my household who enjoys soup year-round. Have you ever tried to make homemade soup for one? I say it's impossible! But no longer. I can brew up the stock pot with bone broth or my favorite home soup. Fill up my Souper Cubes, freeze, pop out, store my goodies in a freezer bag, and I'm ready for the next batch!" — Debbie R. Texas Get it from Amazon for $19.95 (available in four colors and packs of two). 28. An Icebreaker that solves the two main issues of regular ice trays 1) the careful balancing act to prevent the water from spilling all over your freezer and 2) battling the tray to get the cubes out. With this, all you do is fill it with water, freeze it, then push and pull on the straps until the ice is loose and then dump it into a cup! No spillage and no banging it on the counter. 😌 Amazon Icebreaker is a Texas-based small business estabished in 2020 by Danish engineer Kim Jensen. Promising review:"We have a small freezer and no icemaker, and have been using fiddly trays for years. Icebreaker Pop has changed everything! No more leaky ice trays spilling in the freezer, (or on the way to the freezer), and no ice picking up weird smells and tastes from the freezer. Icebreaker Pop is self contained and easy to use: you fill it up with water (but be careful not to overfill, because it does expand as it freezes. Physics!), seal the top, and put it in the freezer. Once it's frozen, you lay it on a flat surface, press down hard on it a couple of times on each side to crack the ice, and pull apart with both handles. You now have 18 cubes of clean ice that dispense from the opening, eliminating the need to touch the cubes as you add them to your glass. — Leah Koepp Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in three colors, two styles, and packs of two or three). 29. A "HiccAway" straw to save the day when all other hiccup remedies fail. Just place it in a shallow glass of water, sip forcefully and swallow immediately. After repeating a few times, your hiccups should cease to exist! It's much easier than trying to hold your breath or scare yourself. Amazon HiccAway is a small business that specializes in hiccup relief products. Promising review: "It's rare for me to say that a product needs to be in every home but the HiccAway is one of those products that really should be in every household. If you or your children suffer from the occasional hiccups, this is a lifesaving device. It usually takes me 20 minutes to get rid of my hiccups using old fashioned methods like chugging water, holding my breath, etc. However with the HiccAway, hiccups are gone almost immediately. I have purchased three of these and will continue buying them for friends and family, especially those with little children." — Michelle S. Get it from Amazon for $16.95 (available in five colors). 31. A produce "home" storage container to bring to the potluck instead of a veggie tray that goes stale after about 45 minutes. It's also great for outdoor events as it protects the food from bugs, making this a perfect hack as we head into picnic-ing season! And as a bonus, it even has little solar lights that'll probably have people ooh -ing and aah -ing. Amazon Lite N' Fresh is a small business that specializes in product storage products. Psst — reviewers also love that it has a solar-powered, remote-controlled nightlight built in! Promising review: "Love my veggie house! Veggies stay fresh on the counter for about four days. Generally mine is empty by then. Having prepared veggies ready to eat has changed my eating habits for the better. Besides that, it's really cute on my counter." — SueV Get it from Amazon for $34.99. 32. A bicycle-shaped pizza cutter because why on earth would you use a regular one when this exists? It even comes with a little stand, so when not in use, it doubles as a charming piece of decor for your counter. Soho Kitchen is a small NYC-based business established in 2015 that specializes in quirky pizza products. Promising review:"Cuts really nicely and super cute. My husband loved this idea as it looks just like his road bike!" — Courtney Get it from Amazon for $19.95. 33. A pair of shredder claws for getting the perfect consistency for delicious pulled pork sandwiches or homemade chicken empanadas. It is definitely easier than using forks and honestly seems pretty cathartic to tear into meat like a monster. Bear Paw Products is a US-based small business established in 1993 that specializes in grilling tools and accessories. Promising review:"I used to use forks to shred chicken after cooking but now I use these and it only takes two minutes tops to shred. They work so well I'm shocked they don't cost more!! They are top rack dishwasher safe which makes for easy cleaning." — Grace Mattimore Get it from Amazon for $14.99 (available in four colors). 34. A "Cup Cozy Pillow" with expandable cup holders that keep all your drinks and snacks organized so you don't have to keep unwrapping yourself from your blanket burrito to grab your popcorn. Plus, the foam is insulated, so it keeps your drinks hot or cold for longer! Cup Cozy Pillow is a small business that specializes in family-friendly snack and drink organizers. Check out a TikTok of the Cup Cozy Deluxe Pillow in action. Promising review:"This thing is great! I'm home on maternity leave with my new baby and spend most of my time on the couch under a sleeping baby. This product makes it easy for me to keep my drinks, remote, etc close by even with dogs running around. It's a little more expensive than I would have liked but it works and I love it so money well spent!" — Amber Get it from Amazon for $34.99 (available in nine colors). Reviews have been edited for length and/or clarity.
