20-05-2025
27 Practical Amazon Things Worth Buying May 2025
A Ninja air fryer for anyone who's looking for a versatile piece of cookware that's easy to use and super convenient. I'm guessing that's 99% of you?
Promising reviews: "This is my first air fryer and I have been using it almost every day for seven months now. By far the most used small kitchen appliance in my household! It's the best reheating tool and makes fried food nice and crispy in less than 20 minutes. Store-bought apple pies turn into great pies, and frozen chicken nuggets or french fries get much tastier than if heated in the conventional oven. I use this not only for reheating but also to bake or roast many kinds of small-sized uncooked food. It makes the best drumsticks. It is easy to use and easy to clean. Flipping over is not necessary; just shake the basket once or twice while it's cooking. I always use the crisper that came with this fryer. With it, excessive oil drops down to the bottom so the food never turns too greasy." —Rain Traveler"Love this. I bought it as a gift for someone because I have had one for three years and it's still great. Before this l ran through cheaper brands that started peeling after six months. The people l gifted it to loves it. Worth every penny." —Regular CustomerPrice: $89.99+ (available in three sizes and styles)
A bottle of Bar Keepers Friend Soft Cleanser so you can easily scrub away rust, scratches, burnt-on grease, and even Sharpie marks from all of your surfaces. Consider any "impossible" task complete.
Promising review: "Sink was nearly uncleanable. Ajax, bleach, etc., would not take out the stains you see in the photo. We considered replacing the sink, but wanted to google how to repair sinks, and stumbled on a YouTube review for this product. The change is unbelievable. The left is AFTER an hour of scrubbing with Ajax. The right is 30 minutes with Bar Keepers." —EzePrice: $12.98 for a two-packFor more about this, check out "You Can Use This All-Purpose Cleanser To Basically Clean Your Entire House".
A bag of Death Wish coffee that will shockingly wean you from a whole pot of coffee to one or two cups with its high caffeine content (and fun-but-sinister branding).
Folks who normally rely on constant refills of normal roasts find themselves only having a cup or two of this, with the same results. You've been warned. Death Wish coffee is fair-trade and to the Mayo Clinic, 'up to 400 milligrams of caffeine appears to be safe for most healthy adults,' but you should talk to your doctor about what's right for review: "Unbelievable! This is the first time in a very long time that coffee has ACTUALLY given me a 'pick-me-up.' Recommend to all seeking something to wake you up." —Tara $16.48Learn more about Death Wish coffee in "This Super Caffeinated Coffee Is About To Make Your Sluggish Mornings So Much Better."
A four-piece sock and underwear organizer to help you organize your drawers, if you know what I mean. These are perfect for separating bras, underwear, the things that are usually in one terrifying ball.
A Vanicream clinical strength anti-perspirant if your armpits magically turn into waterfalls every summer. Sweat is natural and normal, but if it bugs ya, give this a try.
An Escali Primo kitchen scale, so at long last you can bake with the *exact* measurements those cookbooks are so keen for you to use, making for a better end result.
Promising reviews: "I use this scale 2–3 times/week for baking bread. It makes it so easy to weigh one ingredient in a bowl, hit the Tare button, add the next ingredient, hit Tare, etc., without ever moving the bowl. Saves so much time over measuring in a separate container. Very accurate. I can shake in 10 grams of salt and watch it tick upward as the grains go in. We also use this as a mail scale in lb/oz mode. Very easy to use." —Texas Birder"I love this scale. I thought my trusted little Escali scale died this morning. Turns out I had a bad battery replacement, and this little soldier is just fine. But when briefly looking for a replacement, I looked at my original order and realized that I purchased this scale back in May 2008. I use it a lot, and it does exactly what it's supposed to do. It's easy to use and easy to store. Highly recommended." —C. DohertyPrice: $26.95+ (available in nine colors or in sets)
A pack of 42 flexible curling rods delivering picture-perfect heatless curls overnight. Waking up with your hair already done? Amazing.
Promising review: "These are the best curling rods I have found. The quality is unbelievable, and they are super easy to use. They stay put and don't slip out, even in thin, fine hair like mine. I can achieve so many different looks with this set — tight curls or loose beach waves (my favorite). All of the different sizes of curlers make my hairstyles look more natural. They come exactly as shown, and the storage case is a nice quality." —KateGrayPrice: $16.99
A shea sugar scrub to get your skin squeaky clean and exfoliated, thanks to sugar and AHA, which brightens and tones. And with a whopping 32 scents available, you're sure to find one (or a few) that match your summer vibe.
An ink remover that'll rescue hard surfaces and fabrics alike from the enemy to end all enemies: permanent marker.
Promising review: "My son wrote all over his brand-new Lego table with blue Sharpie marker. I tried everything to remove the stain. This product is EASY. Its consistency is like glue. I added one coat, let it soak in for an hour or two, scrubbed with a scrub pad, rinsed, added a second coat, scrubbed, and rinsed. It's all gone. It's magic. I am showing everyone the photos because it's unbelievable how this product worked." —VickiPrice: $12
An Innisfree daily SPF 36 sunscreen to keep your skin safe from the sun's evil rays. Reviewers with all skin tones report that it leaves no white cast, so it's a great buy for any and everyone. It's become my daily sunscreen, and I know I'll be rebuying it from now until forever.
I looooove the way this sunscreen feels. So light and not... sunscreen-y. I don't feel like it makes me shiny or clogs my pores or causes any of my usual sunscreen annoyances. That, and the price is right, especially compared to other trendy SPF brands. Promising reviews: "I gave up on trying sunscreen because I'd always hear than sunscreen was for everyone but I'd put it on and I'd look so damn ghostly! Not this time, sweetheart. I saw people talking about it on TikTok, and I decided to just go ahead and give it a try. Absolutely! No white cast. It smells pretty nice, so that's a bonus to me. I've had it for three weeks now and have been using it consistently. My face hasn't broken out, so I love that too." —TaePrice: $18
A pack of washing machine tablets, because how is your machine supposed to get your clothes clean if it's grimy? Your washer should internalize the lesson that it needs to take care of itself before it can take care of others.
THAT came out of a washing machine?! Like, how? Please explain. Promising review: "Affresh Washing Machine Cleaner tabs — I had never cleaned my washer before after six years of ownership. OMG!! The funk that came out was unbelievable! I didn't realize that I'd have to wipe away the gunk from the basin, so at first I thought I had ruined my washer. I wiped it out and ran on the cleaning cycle again, and more gunk came out! Had to do it three times and then do another rinse cycle. Unbelievable!" —StaceyPrice: $11.99 for a pack of six
A bottle of Paula's Choice 2% BHA Salicylic Acid Exfoliant, which gently exfoliates while tackling breakouts, fine lines, and pores. I can't get enough of this multitasking product — it's such a huge help with all my skincare chores and is one of the only things that's actually helped with my hormonal breakouts.
A can opener, because even if you're a person who thinks they won't use one that much... when you need one, you REALLY need one. Best make sure you have this baby in your drawer.
The can opener also has a bottle opener, because why not!Promising review: "The Oxo can opener is a workhorse. It is strong, well-made, and plows through whatever you give it with ease. I've had this one before, and after years, it finally gave out and was hard to turn. But when buying an alternative from another company, I quickly realized the mistake and went right back to OXO to buy another. This one is so sturdy that it will last for a very long time, and I'm really glad I bought it again." —A.M. MillerPrice: $13.94
A set of two reusable mop pads that'll fit on your Swiffer so you get all the benefits of the easily maneuverable wet and dry mop with a more eco-friendly twist.
Promising review: "We've been using the disposable pads and had just mopped the floor the day before these arrived. So we mopped again. Unbelievable how much dirt these new pads picked up that was left behind. And you can launder them!" —Wayne WardPrice: $13.95
A nice, large set of sheet pans you will basically use every day. If you refuse to spend all day baking only to find your cookie bottoms burned to a crisp, it's time for a new pan.
Promising review: "Best baking sheet I've ever purchased. I spent hours researching online and this was the one! I was tired of wasting time (I own a business and work all the time) and money baking, just to find the bottoms burned. This sheet hasn't failed me and I've owned it for two years now. Purchased for friends and family members because everyone should own it. On Amazon today to purchase another for myself!" —Common SensePrice: $27.99 for a set of two half-sheets (available in three other packs)
A bottle of Leather Honey cleaner that, when paired with a simple scrubbing brush, helps you maintain your — *Donna Meagle voice* — fine leather goods. From purses to couches to car interiors, this spray will help you avoid having to replace a historically difficult-to-clean surface.
Promising review: "This product is fantastic. I used the cleaner on my approximately 20-year-old purse, which has sustained tremendous abuse while being used on and off over the years. One cleaning with Leather Honey brought back the beautiful original color and supple leather feel. The outcome was unbelievable. It is amazing what a beautiful job this conditioner has done. The purse looks almost new. That is truly amazing, considering its age. The leather is beautiful again." —CindyPrice: $18.95
A deep conditioning hair mask made with biotin for anyone who's struggling with heat damage, color damage, and breakage, or as I call them, the three horsemen of the hair-pocalypse. To use, just comb a generous amount into your hair after shampooing and let it sit for up to 15 minutes in the shower, one hour at room temperature, or even overnight. Sounds like a great excuse to watch an episode of your favorite show to me!
A set of Pyrex glass mixing bowls that will make baking all the more delicious a task. Having *just* the right bowls to separately combine your dry and wet ingredients is a small pleasure worth seeking.
The bowls are microwave-, freezer-, and dishwasher-safe. Promising review: "Love some good Pyrex. The bowls are a good size. I've been using them for over five years, and have transported them long distances many times, moving back and forth between college and home, and they've never broken or been damaged. I mean, I wouldn't recommend throwing them on the floor, but they're definitely sturdy." —Amazon CustomerPrice: $17.99 for a set of three
A set of moisturizing heel socks infused with jojoba seed oil, olive oil, and vitamin E oil if the word that could best describe the sound that you hear when you rub your heels on your sheets is "haunting." You can even slather some lotion or balm on your heels before putting them on to enhance the effect.
A luxurious satin pillowcase that will feel oh-so-cool to the touch against your face when you lie down to rest this summer (and will help prevent hair breakage to boot).
A pair of lounge chairs and ottomans with adjustable backs for maximum lounging *and* storage inside the ottomans and matching table. Looking to save room when not relaxing? The ottomans can be tucked under the chairs!
Promising review: "Love, love this set! Fits perfectly on my condo balcony!! Easy to assemble, strong, looks perfect! Highly recommend them." —maggiePrice: $239.99+ (available in six colors)
A drain-clog remover that has reviewers smiling AND gagging with newly unclogged drains and new goopy hair pets. This snake's hooks grab any blockages and take them out easily, saving you the hassle of calling the plumber.
An acupressure mat and pillow set to relieve some of the pressure you hold in your back, neck, and shoulders just by lying down. A stress-free solution to a likely stress-caused problem just makes sense, imo.
An exfoliating scrub mitt that is the pièce de résistance of ~everything~ showers, as it removes dead cells and gives your skin a clean, smooth finish. Ahhhh, that's gonna feel good.
A pancake batter dispenser and mixer whose blender ball allows you to simply add the wet and dry ingredients to the bottle, shake it up, and get to pouring. And with the bottle's narrow tip, you can let your creative genius shine at the griddle — Mickey Mouse pancakes coming right up!
A set of drawer organizers to transform your junk drawer into the most beautiful drawer in the land. Your bathroom, kitchen, and credenza drawers were wondering if you were ever gonna clean them up.
Promising review: "Love this product. Tall enough to fit things and short enough not to block drawers when closing. Sturdy enough to put in all kinds of things. This round, I used for makeup, toiletries, etc. I am ordering more for the junk drawer and crafts. Extremely versatile and practical, and looks good, too. My husband loves the organization of our bathroom drawer, and I love the fact that if I need something, I can take that piece out to where I need it and then bring it back nice and neat." —JenPrice: $16.99+ for a set of nine organizers (available in two sizes)
A painless, mint-flavored teeth-whitening pen whose soft-bristle brushes even work for folks with sensitive teeth. It's recommended that you treat twice a day for the first seven days of use, but it'll be good to have some on hand for any touch-ups.
An electric pressure washer to clean up your outdoor furniture, fences, sidewalks, and more. The results you get with pressure washing will make you swell with pride and inspire you to pressure wash basically everything you own.
You can use this pressure washer on outdoor cushions, wood decks, house siding, and so many other places. You can even fill it with detergent to wash your car!Promising review: "I love this washer. It competes with my 2200 PSI gas-powered pressure washer, which in fact I sold to keep this. But doesn't have the noisy gas engine or the heavy weight. Easy to move around, lightweight, and has great power. Very quiet. I love all the attachments and the different stream types. The soap dispenser works well. I'm cleaning everything, my deck, my house, the garage doors, the concrete slab. It takes off all the dirt and mold from the old concrete stairs and sidewalk." —TimPrice: $149.99
