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Chicago Tribune
12-05-2025
- Chicago Tribune
The best luggage tags to spot your bag fast
Luggage tags can mean the difference between a suitcase that's lost permanently and one that's quickly found. Now, with the advent of smart luggage tags, there is a whole new range of options to consider when putting your information on your suitcase before you travel. Find the right mix of 'sturdy' and 'easily spotted' with this range of recommendations. If you're looking for an inexpensive yet long-lasting luggage tag, the ProudGuy TuffTaag is the top choice. A luggage tag's number one job is to be seen, both by you when you're looking to differentiate your bag from others on the airport carousel, and by airport workers when they have to find your lost luggage. But to be visible, it's got to stay on. That's why it's important to balance looks and sturdiness. With the emergence of 'smart' luggage tags, you can also try to cut down on the incidence of misplaced luggage by putting a tracker on your bag. There are various things to consider with smart luggage tags, including whether your preferred airlines allow them to be placed on the luggage. Smart or not? If your airline allows for smart luggage tags, you'll want to consider adding one to each of your bags. Bluetooth-enabled smart luggage tags, such as the Tile Mate, allow you to track your bags while you're within Bluetooth range. When you're out of range, the Tile Mate notifies you of your bag's most recent location. If you're looking for a broader range, a GPS-enabled luggage tag, like the Cube GPS tracker, will allow you to find your bag anywhere in the country. You'll have to pay a monthly fee to access the service. Choosing the right material It's tempting to purchase a luggage tag that's attractive and matches your bag's color. And while aesthetics are important, perhaps more important is the durability of the luggage tag you choose. It pays to spend a little more and get a luggage tag that won't easily come off if it gets snagged. Luggage tags can be subjected to a lot of wear and tear, so it's important to opt for strength. The ProudGuy TuffTaag has the added benefit of coming in a range of colors, one of which is sure to match your style. Eye-catching but discreet When choosing a luggage tag and what you put on it, be sure not to include information that's too personal. If you're traveling abroad, avoid tags with country flags so as not to inadvertently make yourself a potential target. Include enough information like your email and cellphone number, so that someone can reach out to you about your bag, but avoid potentially sensitive information such as your address. If you must include an address on it, consider listing a business address instead. The luggage tag can be as basic as a business card slipped into a plastic case, or as fancy as a GPS-enabled gadget. For an item that we sometimes get as a freebie, you may be tempted not to spend too much time choosing one. But luggage tags are the type of item that don't matter very much until the moment your bag is lost. It pays to take a bit of time to choose one that is durable and will do the job well. Leather or faux leather With durability and sturdiness being key to surviving long trips, rough handling by baggage carriers and the wear and tear of airport carousels, it's no wonder leather luggage tags are some of the most popular ones on the market. Reflective surface Another thing that makes a luggage tag easy to spot is a reflective surface, which is excellent when you want to identify your bag in lower-light conditions or after a long trip. Trackability In addition to identifying your bag with a written tag, a smart luggage tag can aid you in locating your bag when the carousel is crowded or in the unfortunate event your bag is misplaced. Luggage tags can range from $1 a tag to upward of $30 per smart tag. If I buy a smart luggage tag, do I still need one with my name and phone number on it? A. Yes. A smart tag helps you locate your bag in case it's lost, usually through the use of an app. However, ready access to your phone number and email address on a conventional luggage tag makes it easier for baggage claim to contact you. Do I need tags on every bag I'm traveling with? A. Yes! Bags get separated and misplaced for any number of reasons, and it's helpful to have a tag on every piece of luggage you're taking on your trip. Top luggage tag ProudGuy TuffTaag What you need to know: Available in a full range of colors, this sturdy metal tag takes anything your trip throws at your luggage. What you'll love: Sturdy and nearly indestructible, this tag will be your go-to for years. It comes in a color sure to match your style, and is just the right size to slip a business card into. What you should consider: The one weak spot on the tag is the plastic casing that covers the business card or paper with your information. It's not weak, but it's not metal. Top luggage tag for the money TravelMore Silicone Flexible Luggage Tag – 14-pack What you need to know: If you're looking to outfit a big group of bags with sturdy, easy-to-spot luggage tags, you can't go wrong with this bright-colored pack of 14 tags. What you'll love: At just over a dollar each, you can't beat the price. What you should consider: While these are sturdy, they don't have the toughness of other options. Worth checking out Cube Luggage Tracker What you need to know: For added peace of mind, a Bluetooth-enabled luggage tag helps you track a lost bag right from your phone. What you'll love: The easy-to-use app lets you see your bag's location in real-time. You'll never lose a bag again with a Cube smart luggage tag attached to it. What you should consider: Not all airlines allow these types of tags. And if a bag is somewhere you can't go get it (like lost inside the baggage handling area), knowing its location isn't the same as getting it back! BestReviews spends thousands of hours researching, analyzing and testing products to recommend the best picks for most consumers. BestReviews and its newspaper partners may earn a commission if you purchase a product through one of our links. Distributed by Tribune Content Agency, LLC.
Tom's Guide
06-05-2025
- Tom's Guide
I tried this wallet-sized tracker for a month — and I wouldn't recommend it
Tile Slim 2024 specs Size: 3.4 x 2.1 x 0.1 inches Listed range: 350 feet Tested range: 75 meet Water-resistance?: IP68 Battery: 3-year, non-replaceable Colors: 8 color options In addition to best key finder contenders like the Tile Pro and Tile Mate, the Tile lineup also includes speciality trackers for more specific tasks. Chief among them is the Tile Slim, a credit card-sized tracking device that slips into a wallet or purse for easy monitoring from an app on your phone. Or at least it would be easy, if the Tile Slim wasn't beset by limitations to both design and performance. I generally like the 2024 lineup of Tile tracking devices, but the Slim is clearly the weakest of the bunch. My Tile Slim 2024 review looks at why. Tile Slim 2024 review: Price and availability The Tile Slim costs $30 — more than the $25 Tile Mate but less than the $35 Tile Pro. You may like That $30 cost only applies to the black version of the wallet tracker. Tile offer the Slim in eight color combinations total, but versions in green, aqua, navy and pink raise the price to $34. Today's best Tile by Life360 Slim (2024) deals The additional colors are certainly more eye-catching than the basic black version — I certainly liked the look of the green Tile Slim I tested. But with the tracker tucked into a slot inside your wallet — and thus out of view most of the time — is that splash of color really worth an extra $3? Tile Slim 2024 review: Design and features (Image credit: Future) With its 3.4 x 2.1 x 0.1-inch dimensions, the Tile Slim was built to slip into a wallet, and at 14 grams, it's not adding any appreciable weight. A device that thin doesn't leave much room for a replaceable battery. Indeed, like the Tile Mate and Tile Sticker, the Tile Slim uses a non-replaceable battery, though the manufacturer reckons on three years of use before requiring a replacement. A Life360 logo in the lower left corner — Life360 now owns the Tile brand — doubles as a button. Press it twice, and you can make your phone ring. New for the latest model is integration with the Life360 app, which lets you set up the button for a triple press to trigger an SOS alert to your trusted Life360 contacts. It's a nice addition, though you're forced to choose either the two-way find feature for your phone or the SOS alert. None of the new Tile products can support both alerts. Tile app (left) and Life360 app (right) (Image credit: Future) Apart from that addition, the Tile Slim's feature set remains the same as its predecessor's — and indeed, for all the Tile tracking devices. You pair the tracker with the Tile app (Android, iOS), which allows you to buzz the finder from your phone. Doing so triggers an alarm to help you track down the location of your misplaced wallet or purse. The Tile Slim connects over Bluetooth, with no support for the Ultra Wideband connectivity offered by Apple's AirTag or Samsung's Galaxy SmartTag 2. Of course, neither of those products are wallet-sized nor can they work on phones that aren't either iPhone or Galaxy devices, respectively. The Tile Slim enjoys wider compatibility. Tile Slim 2024 review: Performance (Image credit: Future) The Tile Slim promises the same 350-foot range as the Tile Mate, giving you a lot of space to find your wallet, should you leave it behind. And in my testing, which I conducted in a public park by setting down the tracking and seeing how far away I could get before I lost range, the Tile Slim posted numbers consistent with the Tile Mate I reviewed. In fact, the Tile Slim even offered a longer maximum distance, even if the range was about the same on average. That's the good news. The bad news is that Tile's 2024 trackers fell far short of their promised range in my testing. The farthest I ever got from the wallet tracker was 75 feet before the connection dropped, and distances of 50 to 70 feet were more typical. That's a far cry from the 350 feet on the label. I try to take a nuanced view of these results. Results in Bluetooth trackers can vary widely in my experience, and the important thing is that tracker performs consistently — something you could certainly say of the Slim. However, I can't overlook the fact that my best range with the 2024 model was worse than the Tile Slim 2022 — and limited range was one of that device's biggest cons. A 104-decibel alarm helps you find the Tile Slim when you love misplaced your wallet or purse, though after about 60 feet, I had trouble hearing the beeping over any ambient noise. Burying the Tile Slim in a pile of laundry — hey, I can't count the number of times my wallet has stayed in the back pocket of a pair of pants I've put in a clothes hamper — I also had difficulty hearing the alarm from a room away. (Image credit: Future) There are Tile Premium accounts for all these key finders, the Tile Slim included, where you pay $30/year for some extra features, the most important of which is Smart Alerts. These alerts will send you a ping when the Tile tracker is left behind, though there's some delay before that notification arrives. Once I went for a 10-minute stroll around the block without my wallet, and the Smart Alert only arrived on my iPhone by the time I was walking back up my front steps. The bottom line? You can get plenty out of Tile's trackers, the Tile Slim included, without paying the annual Premium fee. Tile Slim 2024: Verdict Of all the things that Bluetooth trackers let you keep tabs on, wallets and purses would seem to be the most valuable — losing your keys can be an annoyance, but losing something with your cash, credit cards and ID can have serious repercussions. So naturally, you'd want a device that delivers time and time again. Despite a design that's built for wallets, the Tile Slim 2024 just doesn't deliver the kind of consistent performance I'd want to see from a wallet-specific tracker. If the range were longer in testing and the alarm a bit easier to hear at a distance, I'd be more confident in using it in a wide variety of settings. As it stands, it works best for finding where you've left your wallet in your house, but in other circumstances, it's too hit-and-miss for my taste.
Tom's Guide
06-05-2025
- Tom's Guide
I've been testing key finders for a decade — and this is my new top pick
Tile Mate 2024 specs Size: 1.5 x 1.5 x 0.29 inches Listed range: 350 feet Tested range: 60 feet Water-resistance: IP68 Battery: 3-year, non-replaceable Colors: 8 color options The Tile Mate often finds itself playing second fiddle to the Tile Pro in Tile's key finder lineup, but not so with the 2024 models. In fact, I'd go so far as to say that if you're looking for a Bluetooth-based tracker to help you pinpoint the location of any object, the Tile Mate 2024 is the best key finder you can buy. In part, that's a reflection of the current edition of the Tile Pro, which felt like a step backward after I got done testing it. But it's also because of the superior value that the Tile Mate has to offer, delivering the same tracking tools, but at a lower price. My Tile Mate 2024 review explains why this is the tracker most people should get. Tile Mate review: Price and availability At $25, the Tile Mate joins the Tile Sticker as least expensive options in the Tile lineup. The Mate costs $10 less than the Tile Pro while sharing many of the same capabilities. It's also less expensive than both the Galaxy SmartTag 2 and Apple's AirTag, both of which cost $29. Unlike those two trackers, the Tile Mate works across both Android and iOS, connecting to a wide array of phones over Bluetooth. You may like Today's best Tile Mate deals The Tile Mate also offers more color options than the Tile Pro, which is only available in black and white. In contrast, you can pick from a variety of colors for your Tile Mate, including a two-tone design. For example, my review unit comes with a green front, with an aquamarine frame and backing. (Image credit: Future) Not much has changed with the look of the Tile Mate since the 2022 version. The part of the tracker where you latch on your keys is a little more subdued compared to the round circle of its predecessor, but that makes the device easier to attach in my opinion. The Tile logo in the center of the tracker has been replaced by a Life360 logo, now that the location tracking and family security specialist has snapped up Tile. The new tracker also has a better IP68 water resistance rating, so it can survive a deeper dunk in water than the 2022 version. Unlike the Tile Pro and its replaceable battery, the Tile Mate is completely sealed up. You use the tracker until it runs out of juice, which should be about three years after purchase. That's going to put off some people who prefer to repurpose their tech instead of constantly replacing it, but at least Tile trackers can be turned in to e-cycling facilities. The basic feature set for the Tile Mate hasn't changed at all since the last version came out. You pair the tracker over Bluetooth to your phone using the Android or iOS version of the Tile app, and you can press a button in the app to sound an alarm on the tracker. That helps you track down your misplaced item if its in range, and if not, you can mark it as missing. That way, other Tile owners who pass by the item will be able to detect it and anonymously pass on its location to you. (Image credit: Future) Pressing the middle of the Tile Mate twice makes your phone ring — a very helpful feature if you misplace your phone as often as I do. New to the 2024 version of the Tile Mate is the ability to set an SOS alert though the Life360 app; when you press the button on your Tile Mate, three times, an alert will be sent out to your Life360 contacts notifying them of your location. The feature includes the ability to cancel the alert within 15 seconds of that triple press. Concerned parents may appreciate the addition of SOS alerts to Tile trackers, but the implementation is a bit limited. You can either set the tracker to buzz your phone or send an alert, but you can't do both. I wish I didn't have to choose. As part of the Life360 integration, you can now manage Tile trackers like the Mate through the Life360 app (Android, iOS). But you can access those trackers and the SOS feature without having to upgrade from the free membership tier. Tile Mate review: Performance (Image credit: Future) When I test key finders, I head to an open space like a park, set down the tracker and walk away to see how far I can get before I lose the connection with my phone. The Tile Mate 2024 promises a 350-foot range, but across multiple tests, I feel well short of that distance. In fact, the furtherest I could ever get from the Tile Mate was 60 feet before the app would warn me that I was out of range. While I never expect to reach the maximum range in these tests, I do think the Mate 2024's performance is short of what I've come to expect from Tile products historically, though it has been a consistent issue with the 2024 Tile models that I've tested, be it the Mate or the Pro. If there's any consolation to be had from lackluster range, it's that you'll never have any problem hearing the 100-decibel alarm from that distance. And in the most common use case — trying to track down keys you've misplaced in your home — the Tile Mate will perform admirably. Across larger areas, though, I'd be a little less confident. (Image credit: Future) Tile continues to offer a $30/year Tile Premium subscription that adds features like alerts when you leave behind your tracker (and whatever valuable you've attached, too.) The alerts can be helpful, but they also appear on your phone after a delay — in my testing, I was a mile away by car when a Smart Alert appeared on my phone. That's not a terribly long gap, but I still believe you can skip the Premium subscription and still get a lot of use out of any Tile product. It's also worth noting that the Tile Mate doesn't offer Ultra Wideband activity like trackers from Samsung and Apple do. (In fact, no Tile tracker currently has this feature.) That means you're missing out on the precision finding features you'd get with the SmartTag or AirTag, but in my experience, Tile's Bluetooth connectivity has met my key-finding needs. Tile Mate review: Verdict Range issues with this iteration of the Tile Mate aside, I've found the Mate to be fairly dependable for tracking down the location of objects around my home. Its low price, colorful look and durability make it the optimal choice if you're looking at Tile's lineup of key finders and are trying to decide which one to buy. The Tile Pro delivers a louder alarm and promises longer range (at least on paper). But those advantages don't account for the $10 price difference between it and the Mate. If you don't mind the non-replaceable battery powering the Tile Mate, it's the key finder you should attach to your keychain.
Buzz Feed
21-04-2025
- General
- Buzz Feed
If You're Determined To Be At Least 50% Cleaner And More Organized Before The End Of 2025, Try These 44 Products
1. A bottle of Bioclean if you've tried everything to get rid of the hard water stains on your cloudy glass shower doors, faucets, tiles, and grout, and they STILL look like they've been through the struggle. It works on pools too! Promising reviews: "LOVE THIS! I hate cleaning my bathroom and using so many chemicals that never seem to work. I saw this product and decided to try it, and WOW it was so easy to use and worked like magic on my glass shower, shower tiles and sink/faucet. This is definitely a must-buy product!!!!" — Laura "Wow. Don't waste your time with any other formulation that you found online. I've literally tried EVERYTHING! The soap / vinegar / baking soda, the expensive store bought 'hard water cleaners.' I've scrubbed for HOURS! But this. This product is like magic. It's kind of like a paste that you can rub on with a microfiber towel and the hard water stains literally just RUB OFF. Like butter! Seriously the easiest option I have tried yet. I stopped within the first five minutes of cleaning to do this review because I'm in shock lol. Coming from someone who never writes reviews! Take that as a sign to buy this immediately. What a game changer, I'm mad I'm just now finding this stuff lol!" — _kayla_carter Get it from Amazon for $19.77. 2. A sock and underwear drawer organizer allowing you to save time in the morning as you're getting dressed by finding socks that actually match. No more fumbling through a messy drawer — instead you can find what you need and get on with your day. They also collapse to store flat when not in use. You get four bins: a six-cell (for scarves, hankies, and ties), an eight-cell (for underwear), a seven-cell (for bras), and a 24-cell (for socks). Promising review:"I LOVE LOVE LOVE these organizers!! I almost did not purchase them due to the reviews saying that larger than a C-cup would not fit into the bra organizer. At just $15 for four organizers I took my chances and ordered two sets of four. I figured, worst case scenario I would have to cut the dividers out of the bra organizers. I wear a 32DD and the bras fit beautifully in the organizers. I am so glad I took the chance and did not listen to the reviews. I would have missed out on the best cheapest organizers I have ever found. I ordered another set for tank tops and other extras I did not think of before. I will also order my boyfriend the brown ones for his drawers. Great product for a great price!" — Elizabeth L. Blackwell Get a pack of four from Amazon for $13.87 (available in seven colors). 3. A pocket-size Tile GPS tracker to put an end to those frantic mornings spent searching for your keys or purse — simply ring your Tile Mate using the free app and follow the sound to your misplaced items. And if you lose your phone, don't sweat it! Just double-press the button on your Tile Mate and your phone will ring, even if it's on silent. It's compatible with both iOS and Android. Here's what BuzzFeeder Tasia Bass has to say about it: "I'm gonna tell you now, I have a ton of these on a lot of things like my keys, my wallet, and even my Nintendo Switch. My mom always asks, 'How can someone so brilliant lose everything?' The app lets you connect as many Tiles as you want (thankfully). I actually found out about these right before I was going to Japan. A friend recommended them to me and I am so glad he did because the airline lost my luggage during a layover in Vancouver, and when I landed in Osaka, I was able to give them the exact coordinates so they could get it to me by the next morning and I didn't have to spend money buying months worth of clothes." Get it from Amazon for $24.98+ (available in seven styles and packs of two or four). 4. A pack of duster sponges that are super similar to the often sold-out Scrub Daddy Damp Duster. With these, there's no need to juggle a bunch of different cleaning tools or products — just give it a quick dampen, and you're ready for a deep-cleaning session or a quick touch-up before guests arrive. Promising reviews: "This product is amazing! It makes cleaning so much easier and takes way less time! I used to hate cleaning my baseboards, but this product has made cleaning it so easy that I actually don't mind doing it anymore! It is also great for blinds as well! Definitely worth it!" — Julia "I rarely review products, but this little sponge literally changed my life! It picks up EVERYthing in one swipe! Hard water marks on your bathroom mirror, no problem! Hair clippings on your sink and counter, one swipe and they are gone! Dusty blinds? Swoosh, swoosh, swipe! And ala-presto ka-bam, like magic, they are perfect and dust-free! I just need one of these for my floors! I love, love, love how the sponge picks up everything, and with a little running water, all the dust, hair, muck, and guck just rinsed away! This will not disappoint! Thank you!" — DayDreamer Get a pack of four from Amazon for $9.99 (available in six color packs). 5. A cable-concealing box because nobody wants to see a bunch of cords just hanging out on the ground. This box is large enough to cover a whole power strip, making your space look sleek and tidy. Amazon Promising review: "I bought it because I saw a woman on TikTok showcase something similar like this on her page (on how to keep a home tidy) and I was like, I HAVE to buy! It's wonderful! I have ALWAYS hated seeing all the clutter of cords stick out from cord extenders, and having this makes my small place look cleaner and more organized! I would recommend this for anyone!" — Chidi Get it from Amazon for $22.99+ (available in two sizes and three colors). 6. An Angry Mama microwave cleaner for when you've had enough of your instant noodles having a faint tang from the burnt-on spaghetti sauce. All you have to do is fill her up with water and vinegar, pop her in the microwave, and within minutes the steam will soften up all the stuck-on food and you can wipe it away with ease. Promising review:"I'm embarrassed to say I hadn't cleaned my microwave in about six months. It's an awful task. I ran Angry Mama one time, wiped down easily, then ran it one more time to get it really clean. Highly recommend using it more often than once every six months for a super fast, super clean microwave!" — Kelsey Get it from Amazon for $8.99 (available in four colors). 7. A wall-mounted organizing rack, aka the missing piece to your cleaning puzzle. This handy little contraption is a game changer for anyone who wants to keep their cleaning tools organized and easily accessible. No more digging through a pile of brooms and Swiffers to find the one you need. All the instructions and mounting hardware to install are included! This comes from Berry Ave, a small business that makes organization products. Promising review:"Repeat customer! I purchased one to organize the garden tools (rake, hoe, cultivator, shovel, etc.) in our garage, and by alternating the tops of the tools up/down was able to fit them neatly in the holder. I liked it so much that I'm going to install another next to it for the other items. The hooks are a nice feature to hold our gloves and a simple plastic bag to hold things when needed. The installation kit was very helpful and I was able to install it without using a drill." — Rob C Get it from Amazon for $11.71 (available in four colors). 8. A fume-free oven cleaner you can let sit overnight to wipe away years of spills and burnt bits. As an added bonus, you can clean out your disaster zone of an oven without being left with a headache from the fumes. It'll be so clean in there, it'll practically look brand new. Promising review:" I HATE cleaning my oven and this is evident by the fact that I won't do it until it fills up with smoke when baking. I bought new appliances and I was meticulous about keeping the stove/oven clean by not using them. Well, when you're a mom, that kind of doesn't work, so I made sure to not have anything splash on the stove or in the oven when cooking and to immediately clean anything that got by me. That also only lasts so long when I work long hours, so I used to tell myself, 'You'll clean it tomorrow.' As you all know, that's code for someday. "This one was the oven cleaner I decided to put my hard-earned money on, and it paid off! I sprayed everything the night before, and I was ready with my gloves and mask, but I didn't need them. There was no splash back when spraying and no overwhelming smell. Got up the next day, opened the oven, and 30 minutes later, it was brand new. I was so happy, and this is my go-to. I use it about once a month and do the self-clean in between. I've used it on the racks of my little toaster oven as well and the grime comes right off. I've included a before and after cause, I know pictures are worth a thousand words." — Sandra Stephens Get it from Amazon for $8.98. 9. A surprisingly sleek and stylish entryway shoe organizer if you're tired of tripping over shoes every time you walk into your apartment. It's designed with two convenient flip-out drawers that can hold up to 12 pairs of shoes; plus, it doubles as a versatile hub for all your daily must-haves: car keys, mail, dog leashes, you name it! Check out an unboxing and get a closer look at it on TikTok! Of course, you could also position two of these side by side if you have the space. These feature interior shelves that can be adjusted or removed, depending on the type and size of shoes you want to store. The graphic above (and on the listing) shows what shoe sizes can be accommodated! Promising review: "Obsessed with this cabinet. The quality is great for the price and it's so stylish and doesn't take up much space for the storage it provides! I added little hooks on the side to be able to hang dog leashes. The only con would be if you have large feet you aren't going to be able to fit as many pairs of shoes in. My size 10s fit just right, but my husbands shoes sometimes have to go sideways so can only fit 1–3 pairs in the bottom drawer. But still better than on the floor!" — Nancy Get it from Amazon for $112.99 (available in two colors). 10. A bacteria- and virus-killing Clorox toilet wand starter kit complete with a wand, six disposable heads infused with cleaner, and a caddy for storage. Just snap on a cleaning head, scrub away all the yuck and gunk, and then toss the used head into the trash. No more dirty rags or sponges that need to be sanitized or thrown away! Amazon I also use these for quick touch-ups in my shower in between deep cleans when I don't feel like pulling out a scrub brush! Promising review:"Let's be real – cleaning toilets is a necessary evil. There is nothing that I hated doing more. I used to avoid Clorox wands due to the price of the scrubbing heads. Why spend that money when you can use your traditional toilet bowl cleaner for way cheaper? Because it makes it SO EASY. No need to deal with gloves, messy toilet bowl cleaners, keeping bristles of a brush clean, keeping the brush and container dry so it's not gross, etc. These wands take the YUCK out of cleaning it. I'd rather pay the few extra bucks each month to be less grossed out. I have one for each bathroom, but you could use one head for two toilets if you really wanted to. If you dislike cleaning toilet bowls the traditional way as much as I do, buy this product. You won't regret it." — Emily J. Get the kit (one wand and six scrubbers) from Amazon for $11.98. 11. A pair of wicker baskets so you can neatly tuck away your odds and ends, making your home feel cozy and curated when you've got a ton of stuff that doesn't seem to have a proper place. Promising review:"Seem sturdy. Corrals all my closet items to give an organized and uncluttered appearance to my pantry at an affordable price. They're a good size, big and deep enough to be truly useful." — David Get it from Wayfair for $34.99 for a set of two (available in four colors). 12. A vacuum cleaner for cleaning up the crumbs from yesterday's on-the-go breakfast, dust from who knows when, and bits and pieces of everyday life that somehow found their way into every crevice of your car. It's lightweight and comes with three attachments to help reach all those hard-to-get-at spots making cleaning feel less like a chore. The kit includes: three attachments (flathead, extendable, and brush), a carry bag, a filter brush, and a spare HEPA filter. Promising review: "I am a woman who loves a clean car, but with this virus, I can't take my car in to have it cleaned anymore, so now it's up to me, and I hate to clean the inside of my car. I hate taking my large vacuum out to the car, pulling it this way and that, just trying to do a good job. When I came across this wonderful little vacuum, I ordered it. I love it. First it is little and light, but don't let that fool you. It cleans my car in no time, and with that 16-foot cable, I could also clean my trunk without a bit of trouble. Don't get me wrong, I still don't like to clean my car, but I don't hate it anymore. It does a wonderful job." — Coco Get it from Amazon for $22.49+ (available in two colors, a cordless version, and a version with a light). 13. A set of clear shelf dividers to neatly fold and separate your blouses from your jeans, your hoodies from your sweatpants, and everything in between. Promising review:"Love these acrylic shelf dividers! They make my closet look so neat and organized. I used them to divide shelves that hold my folded workout tops. I used a folding helper tool like the ones retail stores use, which gives my folded clothes a uniform width/look, and by using two dividers on each shelf, I can fit three stacks perfectly on my 30-inch wide shelves. I am ordering more to add to my shelves with sweaters!" — Aimee Lonergan Get them from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in two sizes and in various packs). 14. For pet owners: The *iconic* ChomChom roller (with over 147,000 5-star ratings!) so you can take a quick lap around the living room, picking up every last piece of fur and lint on your furniture until you say, "Oh yeah, my couch was that color!" Unlike traditional lint rollers, there's no sticky tape nonsense to deal with — just a quick empty, and you're ready to roll again. BuzzFeed Shopping editor Jenae Sitzes says, "It takes a bit of practice to get the hang of using this roller — at first, I thought you only brushed down in one direction, and was confused why it wasn't picking up hair. It's important to do a push-and-pull brushing in *both* directions so it actually pulls the hair inside, which does require you to apply a bit of pressure. Afterward, you'll just dump out the hair that's been trapped inside. The ChomChom is best for large flat surfaces like couches and beds." Promising review:"This thing had been popping up on my feed for a few months, but I had a hard time justifying the price. I really do hate cleaning cat hair so when I bought my new couch I thought, why not? Holy cow. This thing is magical. It used to take me 15-20 minutes to vacuum my furniture. Then I'd have to pick off all the fur to clean the attachment. I only had the energy to do it once a week and my allergies are out of control (yes, I'm allergic to cats and I have two 😂). Now, I clean all my furniture at least once a day. It's so quick, and the hair is scraped off into a compartment that is easy to clean. I would marry this thing if I could, but that would be weird. So I'll just carry it down the aisle instead of a bouquet. It's worth every penny. Buy it." — Tabitha R. Get it from Amazon for $23.99+ (available in three colors). 15. *Plus* a rubber broom for your floors, acting as a magnet to pull out all that pet hair (or human hair) that's made itself at home in your carpet (while giving your vacuum a well-deserved break). You'll be shook at how much more vibrant your carpet will appear! It also works wonders on wood and linoleum — the built-in squeegee is fantastic for tackling any spills or messes your furry friend may leave behind. Promising review:"Holy cow! I have two dogs who shed a ton, a golden retriever and a miniature border collie. I bought an area rug about a year ago, and once the dogs started rolling on it, the color completely changed! I bought a new vacuum thinking that would help, I spent a lot of money on cleaning liquids and powders specifically for carpet, but nothing brought the original color back. I bought this on a whim thinking, 'Why not? I've tried everything else.' The first time I used it I got a furball the size of my medium-sized dog! And the same the second time! You have to put some elbow grease into it and go over the area multiple times, but my rug looks almost brand new! I think if I use it once a week, I'll be able to keep my rug looking clean. I also really like the adjustable handle and that it has a squeegee as well as the rubber bristles. It would work on other types of flooring besides carpet." — Destiny Get it from Amazon for $20.40 (also available in a compact and heavy duty version). Check out our FURemover broom review for more satisfying photos of the hair it removed from one BuzzFeed Shopping editor's carpet. 16. Hidden bookshelves if you don't want to keep sacrificing your cozy seating area for extra storage. You can mount your books to the wall, freeing up floor space and giving your books a stylish new home. The small bookshelves are designed to hold up to 15 pounds and the large bookshelves are designed to hold up to 20 pounds. Promising review: " In the last 10 years I've used them in three different apartments. I just put them up in apartment number three and was once again blown away with how awesome they look. Every time I put them up I'm like, 'WOW WOW WOW, these are AMMMMAAAZZINNNNNGGGG!!!' If you love decorating with books, this is a must buy!" — Jlands Get a set of three from Amazon for $20.49+ (available in small and large). 17. A convenient, no-scrub Wet & Forget cleaner you only have to use ONCE a week to maintain a squeaky clean shower. This bleach-free cleaner removes soap scum, mildew, and hard water deposits from glass or tile surfaces without any overpowering odors. Just spray it on, walk away, and rinse it off the next day — easy peasy. The key is to start with an already clean shower — then, once a week, spray it down with this for upkeep so you don't have to deep clean quite as often! Promising review: "Let me be clear: I HATE cleaning the bathroom, all aspects of it, including the shower. At the same time, I HATE a dirty bathroom, especially the shower, since I got Lasik and can clearly see the filth and scum that until now was there but invisible to my blind eyes. Along comes Wet & Forget and holy shiny tile Batman, this stuff works! I use it weekly (unless I forget, which is part of its name, oddly enough), and it really looks like I used some brute force to bring my shower to its original glory. Get it, use dang it, don't forget it!" — Randy B Get it from Amazon for $19.98+ (available in two scents and sizes). 18. Some under-bed storage containers for when you feel like your closet is busting at the seams with baby clothes, stuffed animals, or pillows and everything is going to tumble over if you attempt to pull something out. With these, you can simply pack things in and slide them under the bed for easy access whenever you need them. Promising review:" These storage bags are fantastic. I live in a small apartment where storage space is at a premium. I use these to store my Costco toilet paper and paper towels so I don't need to make as many trips to the store. It keeps them in pristine condition and out of sight. The handles make them easy to pull in and out, and they fold up nicely when not in use. I'm thinking about getting two more since four will fit under my queen bed." — Kimberly Dorn Get it from Amazon for $11.86+ (available in three colors and sets of two or four). 19. Or a set of vacuum storage bags that can handle even the bulkiest of puffer coats. Your seasonal clothes are now compressed into a neat little package that takes up way less space. Promising review: "I wasn't sure about this product and I didn't believe it would work, OH HOW WRONG I WAS !!!!!!!! I purchased the jumbo bags and I actually was able to place over 20 thick sweaters in one bag; three leather coats, five peacoats, and additional winter clothing into another bag. In total I had six jumbo bags in which I was able to store all my husband's and my winter clothing away, creating space and eliminating overwhelming clutter. I will definitely purchase smaller size, jumbo size, and all sizes to create more space and organize all my clothing." — VickyGener85 Get a 10-pack of small bags from Amazon for $20.99 (available in four sizes and six quantities). 20. A plant-based stainless steel cleaner if you're tired of seeing handprints, paw prints, and everything else all over your stainless steel appliances. Spray them down with this, and just *one* swipe of the included microfiber cloth is all that's standing in between you and smudge-free surfaces. Therapy Clean is a family-owned small business based in Dover, New Hampshire. Promising review:"Stop looking. This is the best. I love my stainless refrigerator but I absolutely HATE cleaning it. Until now! I have tried so many different stainless products over the years and None of them worked well. This is the only one that actually cleans like it should. I also use it to clean my stove and range hood. It makes all of them look so shiny and new. Once you try it, you won't go back to any other cleaner. It's the best!" — Shelley Get the set of cleanser and polish from Amazon for $19.95. 21. A set of clear drawer organizers capable of working wonders for your messy (but for some reason necessary) junk drawer. With just a little bit of effort, you can turn chaos into order and find that lip balm you've been looking for without having to dig through a pile of sticky notes and pens. The six-piece set comes with two 3"x3" bins, two 6"x3" bins, and two 9"x3" bins. Promising review:"Great product! I bought these to put in my nightstand drawer to store small things, as the drawer is very deep. I've got ChapStick, hand lotions, a small flashlight, and other bedside items in them so they're not just rolling around the drawer. I just bought some more for my bathroom vanity. They fit together nicely but also lift right out of each other. The plastic is sturdy, and they came individually wrapped to keep them from scratching." — Sparkyj Get a six-piece set from Amazon for $12.99 (also available in 10- and 18-piece sets). 22. A powerful Cerama-Bryte cooktop cleaning kit to finally rescue your stove if you've tried every hack TikTok has to offer (to no avail). With the help of this cleaning solution and the included tools, you can scrape and buff all the crud away, leaving a sparkling flattop behind. The kit comes with a 10-ounce bottle of cleaner, a grip pad tool, a scraper, and three cleaning pads. Promising review:"Love, Love, LOVE this stuff! Who else hates cleaning their stove like me?? It feels like every time I clean the stove, it just gets dirty again. Well I found THE BEST clean for your stove top. I applied this once after having oil and food caked onto my stove, and within seconds of using the cloth to clean it off, it was TOTALLY clean. Seriously, this stuff is incredible. It also comes with a little scraper which is perfect for getting those little nuggets of food off your stove. Buy this won't regret it!" — Meredith B Get the kit from Amazon for $15.48. 23. An over-the-door plushie organizer ready to save you from tripping over teddy bears and stashing all the toys your kiddo will inevitably unwrap this season. This organizer has super stretchy elastic pockets with enough room to hold the tiniest Beanie Babies to your giant squishy panda. And it takes just a few minutes to hang up — like, you could probably do it during a commercial break. Promising review:"My daughter's bed is packed with all of her stuffies. And her stuffed animal collection just continues growing every time we go on shopping. She loves to sleep, play with them, and jump on them. But it's not so easy to organize all of them. So every time this mess just makes me nervous. I needed a better solution than stacking them on the bed or arguing with her. And we found the best over-the-door holder. This fits perfectly on the inside door and holds all of her stuffies great! Even the biggest one. It fits a ton! It took minutes to put together and clip onto the door. I will probably order another one and you should." — Cool Momon Get it from Amazon for $28.95 (available in 11 colors). 24. A ~genius~ vacuum LED light to illuminate your floors as you clean, exposing all those sneaky little dust bunnies and hairballs hiding in the shadows, thinking they're safe. It has an adhesive backing so you can just stick it onto the side of your vacuum, and *boom* — you've got a bright, powerful beam illuminating your path. It features a universal design that fits most upright, stick, and canister vacuums, including Dyson, Bissell, Shark, Eureka, INSE, Tineco, and more! Promising review: "I love being able to see all the dog hair on the floor. Makes vacuuming so satisfying." — Andrea H. Get it from Amazon for $17.99+ (available in three styles: battery-operated or rechargeable, plus a version that goes on the right side). 25. Or a robotic vacuum that'll stay on top of all the pet hair and dirt that gets tracked around your home. This handy guy features an infrared sensor for avoiding obstacles, which means it knows to avoid crashing into chew toys and furniture. And if you hate emptying vacuum bins (who doesn't?) you'll love the self-emptying feature. It can clean on a variety of surfaces, including hardwood floors and low- to medium-pile carpets! It also has drop-sensing tech to avoid falling down stairs and off ledges. And if it starts to run low on battery, it'll just return to its base for a recharge! Promising review:"I just had my hardwood floors refinished and got the one large area rug in my house deep cleaned. I have 2 dogs that were cordoned off in the kitchen for the whole time the floors were being refinished, except for the little trips in a hallway to the upstairs to go to bed at night and down in the mornings. The pic I have attached is from running the Eufy (Harry) for the first time after getting the rug back and putting furniture back in the downstairs of my house. I was appalled and thrilled! I have run it two times a day for the last two days with much the same result. Icky, but this thing is a beast. It is very easy to clean, comes with tools, extra brushes and a filter and I'm not sure how I have lived without it for all these years with dogs. I recommend highly." — Get it from Amazon for $159.98 (clip the $90 off coupon for this price). 26. An easy-access toy storage unit if "chaotic hellscape" isn't a strong enough way to describe the state of your child's play area right now. These fantastic shelves are equipped with nine roomy storage bins, perfect for swiftly stashing away toys while ensuring your little ones can still easily reach for their favorites. Promising review:"I was surprised by how small the box was when it arrived and pleasantly surprised with how much I can fit! It's very easy to put together. Definitely recommend if you need to find a quick storage space for your children's toys!" — Triplets Get it from Amazon for $34.99+ (available in four colors). 27. A plush diaper caddy basket with aesthetic appeal *and* unmatched practicality. It has a wipeable surface — a godsend because we are fully aware that diaper duty can get, well, a bit messy — and removable dividers so you can tailor the storage and use it for so much more than just diapers. One reviewer was able to fit in eight onesies, eight burp cloths, a cloth rattle, a stuffed animal, and a large blanket! Promising review:"This is my second diaper caddy to own. I got a new one for my second child because the last one became a toy carrier for my daughter. This one is beautiful and looks like the color that is pictured. It's also very sturdy where some are flimsy. I organized mine with the essentials. It's able to fit plenty of diapers, wipes, burp rags, diaper cream, gripe water, etc. which made it very easy to use and take all over the house. The dividers come out — they are attached by Velcro but are easy to put together or take off if you want to adjust it." — Katie Mabe Get it from Amazon for $22.99+ (available in nine colors). 28. A mold & mildew removing gel that reviewers say actually worked after they tried everything. This gel is designed to stick to those stubborn stains, working its magic while you catch up on some Z's. By the time you wake up in the morning, those irritating stains will be gone! Promising reviews: "I bought this product after seeing it on BuzzFeed. I wasn't sure it was going to work, but took the chance as I hate scrubbing my shower grout. I was surprised that it actually worked. The application was easy. The rinse-off was easy and I was left with the whitest looking grout! Ten out of ten, would buy again!" — Jamie A "I CANNOT emphasize enough that this stuff works MAGIC!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I wish I had taken before photos, because when I say magic, I mean UTTER WITCHCRAFT. The caulking around my tub was staining moldy, but a little hit of this, and it was GLOWING WHITE like we had just recaulked. I recommended it to my aunt, whose house was built in the 1970s, so her tub caulking stains were over 40 years in the making, and she was going to pay someone to come in to strip the caulk and do it over new. I told her no need — just use some of this stuff! Worked like witchcraft AGAIN!!!! Her caulking is also glowing white now, and she's recommending it to HER friends now!!! This stuff is so good you'll recommend it to everyone you know. No caulking stains are too deep for this!!!!!!" — Amazon Customer Get it from Amazon for $14.99. 29. A slide-away storage bag if you've been looking for a legit solution to make post-playtime cleanup easier. Simply gather up all of your little one's toys, place them on the mat, and use the drawstring to neatly deposit everything into the basket. Watch this parent's demo on TikTok. Promising review: "This is absolutely genius! This is the best product to hold your kids Legos! Any bigger and the bag would be to heavy to carry. I don't understand what other reviews are saying about not having the top close, yes the top doesn't zip but there is a zipper tucked nicely inside the bag so if it does fall over nothing comes out. Looks very nice in a bedroom, doesn't look like a toy bin." — Jennifer Get it from Amazon for $53.99 (available in four colors). 30. A set of brush scrubber drill attachments, which attach to your drill to do all the hard scrubbing for you, saving your elbow grease for something else — like popping open a bottle of wine after a long day's work of cleaning. Need a drill? Here's a good one. Note: Each color of the Drill Brush attachment corresponds to the type of bristles they have, and each one is best suited for a specific type of cleaning job (for example, the yellow brush has medium bristles, best used for bathroom cleaning — bathtubs, showers, tile, and porcelain). Be sure to check the listing for which color is best for your intended purpose before buying! Drill Brush is a small business that was founded by Anthony LaPolla, a former electrician with carpal tunnel who developed this tool as a way to clean while avoiding painful scrubbing. Promising review:"I really am happy I purchased this! I had a nasty stain on our RV carpet and I tried everything to get it out. Nothing would work. I used this with my drill and carpet cleaner and it cleaned it! I did use the same carpet cleaner before I got the drill but no matter how much I scrubbed, the stain won. But this must really beat the carpet fibers compared to hand scrubbing. I have not used it for anything else but this is very cool attachment set for people who can use these to clean. Definitely saves the hands from hard work." — Ratatat Get it from Amazon for $18.95 (available in various brush stiffnesses). 31. A felt handbag insert so you can finally experience the feeling of glancing into your bag and instantly knowing where everything is. It'll feel like a mini miracle for your daily routine, preventing you from feeling like you're rummaging through Mary Poppins' bag just to find a stick of gum. Promising review:"My summer handbag has no dividers, so everything falls into a lump together. I was so pleased to find the smaller slender option for this organizer. It slides down into my purse with room on the sides to spare —this is exactly what I wanted since it lets me put things into the organizer and then other things outside of it on either side. I ordered the gray color and am very satisfied with the construction and fabric used." — Jay Get it from Amazon for $8.54+ (available in six sizes and 16 colors). 32. Some Goo Gone to remove that sticky (and stubborn) tape residue, gum, glue, and other questionable gunk that's clinging onto surfaces around the house. This stuff is like magic in a bottle, zapping away all those pesky adhesives without a fuss. Promising review: "I bought this Goo Gone bottle to deal with stickers that I cannot remove from my potted plants. I would try everything: warm water, scraping them off, etc, and there would always be a little stickiness left on the sides of the plant pots, it drove me wild. The Goo Gone immediately removed all the offending sticker bits. I since have used it for a variety of things: removing stickers from shoes, various plastics, even glass. " Where this product really came in handy in an unexpected way was cleaning the top of my kitchen cabinets. The previous homeowner had not cleaned the tops of the cabinets in the kitchen before moving, possibly ever, and there was a nasty, thick layer of grime coating the top that was composed of a mixture of dust and grease from cooking, among who knows what else. Nothing could adequately remove the layer of grossness. Finally, I had the bright idea to try this stuff, and it vastly improved the removal of gunk. After getting the main layer off, I was able to clean it with other cleaning products." — FlowersInSpring Get a bottle from Amazon for $6.99+ (available in three sizes and a spray-on version). 33. A five-piece organizer set because you'll feel less stressed and ready to tackle the workday with a WFH setup that is oh-so put-together. The set includes a pencil cup holder, a letter sorter, a letter tray, a hanging file organizer, and a sticky note holder. Promising review:"I got tired of stacking papers and folders on top of a horizontal tray on my desk. The basket can hold file folders with tabs, which makes important papers easy to organize and find. No more piles upon piles. The tray is for my to-do items. I find myself leaving work on time and not staying late to clean up my desk. I have embellished some of the items with fake rhinestones and have received many compliments on the ensemble." — Kathy Get it from Amazon for $21.99+ (available in three colors). 34. A pack of dishwasher-cleaning tablets — you wouldn't shower in a dirty bathroom, so why would you eat off of plates that were cleaned in a dirty dishwasher? Just pop these in and run a cycle like normal, then sit back while it scrubs away all the gunk and grime. Promising reviews:" I tried everything! Vinegar. Deep Cleansing button. Nothing worked, until these little magic tablets! Purchase them, you will not be disappointed. I have only used once as we don't use our dishwasher that much, but have noticed a HUGE difference since using the cleanser tablet!" — Meaghan "Works really well! It's easy to use, can be done with or without dishes in there. It REALLY helped clean the dishwasher and now I use one each month as suggested to keep it clean. The glasses don't have that 'film' anymore (and I always used a rinse agent too, but we have a lot of lime in our water). I feel like the dishwasher is working better too, not that it had any problems before but it seems quieter now. I'm very satisfied with these." — BH Get a pack of six tablets on Amazon for $7.49. 35. A game-changing cascading wall organizer making it so much easier to find exactly what you need because everything will have its own designed spot. Each colored folder is also slightly transparent so you can see what's inside instead of having to shuffle through each one. Amazon You can also fold it down and take it to go. Promising review:"I have now bought 4 of these. I use 3 in my classroom, 2 as mailboxes for student's parents and one as extra space for important forms that I need handy. I also use one at home to keep mail and important papers so they are protected instead of laying around on a table or in a drawer. I like to be organized and these make my life so much easier. If I think of more uses I will be buying more." — bonfire Get it from Amazon for $12.33. 36. A 20-pack (!) of extra-thick magic cleaning pads that are a real superhero when it comes to cleaning. No more worrying about the crayon marks on the wall or the muddy paw prints on the floor — these sponges will tackle all of that and then some. Psst — check out BuzzFeed's STK cleaning pads review for more deets (and incredible before and after photos). Promising review:"These pads work like the Mr. Clean Magic Eraser, but they are cheaper. They are melamine foam, which works like an abrasive at a microscopic level. It won't damage surfaces, and for some kinds of cleaning, it's almost magically good. I had some stained coffee cups, and I tried EVERYthing to clean them. This pad quickly and easily removed the stain. This pad is way better than anything else for cleaning the soap film from showers and tubs. The pads are not durable, but you get a lot of them for little money, and one still lasts a reasonable amount of time. When they get worn, toss them and use another one. A fantastic discovery for me." — The Thinker Get a pack of 20 from Amazon for $14.95. 37. A 52-week tear-off meal planning pad since you're already juggling a million things and meal planning feels like another chore. Each week, you can jot down all your meals (from breakfast to dinner) in advance and even include snacks for your mid-afternoon treats. It also includes a perforated shopping list you can neatly tear off and take on your next grocery run. 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). 38. A heavy-duty grout cleaner, which only takes 10 minutes to work its magic. Just let it sit, and you'll be able to easily scrub away the dirt and grime lurking in every nook and cranny. Promising review:"This product does what it says it does. When I bought my house, the tile in the bathroom is white with white grout. It has never been white since I've lived here for three years and I have tried everything all different types of bleach sprays tile sprays. Nothing would get the grout clean. I came across this bought it reluctantly, I also bought the thin scrub brushes. I let it sit for three minutes I took the scrub brush to it, and my grout is now white. You have to use elbow grease and scrub it but it definitely works." — Jackie Wade Get it from Amazon for $19.95 (also available in bundles with a brush). 39. A transparent monitor attachment if you can't knock the ol' tried-and-true sticky note habit and the inevitable clutter that comes with it. It's basically a little see-through board where you can stick all your notes, to-do lists, and even inspirational quotes. No more rummaging through a mess of papers or forgetting important tasks because they're buried under a pile of stuff. Amazon Each of the attachment has a sticky film that's strong enough to adhere it to your monitor, but easy enough to remove that it won't damage it. Promising review:"I have 568 stickies on any given day and this is exactly what I needed to keep myself organized. They came packaged nicely, no cracks or scratches, and was easy to adhere. The adhesive is awesome. It's not going anywhere!!! I recommend this to anyone like me who needs a cool place for their notes. You will be the envy of your coworkers!" — Avid Dancer Get it from Amazon for $7.97. 40. A tub of internet-beloved pink cleaning paste, capable of cleaning and removing stubborn stains and dirt from surfaces such as sinks, cookware, tiles, and more WITHOUT the need for elbow grease. Using The Pink Stuff can restore the shine and cleanliness of your home, making it look newer and fresher. Check out this TikTok where my former colleague Britt Ross uses The Pink Stuff on a dirty sheet pan, pair of white sneakers, and her toaster oven — spoiler, the results are *seriously* impressive. And for another testimonial, peep this TikTok where it's used on the bottom of a burn-stained saucepan! Promising reviews:" It took permanent maker off my wall after I tried everything else. Definitely worth it — BUY IT." — J. Baller "I honestly ordered this simply because it wasn't expensive and I'd tried everything else to clean the awful hard water stains in my shower. Nothing had worked. The Pink Stuff? With a good rag and little scrubbing took it right off! I honestly couldn't even believe it. It wasn't a fast process, but it worked miracles. HIGHLY recommend." — Susan K Get it from Amazon for $5.97. 41. A Skylight digital calendar, the perfect solution for organizing your family's busy life. Serving as a digital calendar and chore chart with a smart touchscreen display, it allows you to manage schedules effortlessly. Mount it on the wall or display it in its stand, then just connect to Wi-Fi and sync everyone's calendars for automatic updates. You can also add events or chores directly on the device or use the free mobile app for added convenience! It's compatible with Google Calendar, iCloud Calendar, Outlook Calendar, Cozi, and Yahoo, ensuring that all your important events are in one place. Promising review:"A game changer for organizing! It's so much more than just a regular wall calendar— it's visually appealing and really helps keep me organized. The large, clear layout makes it simple to use. It's helped my husband and I stay on the same page with our schedules. Can't recommend it enough!" — Always Meliss Get it from Amazon for $319.99. 42. A discreet litter box enclosure to turn that eyesore into aesthetically pleasing furniture. This piece has a side cutout to allow your cat to freely enter and exit the enclosure, and cabinet doors on the front so you can easily remove the litter box when it's time to clean. There's a removable interior panel and a cat hole on the side that measures 8.9 inches x 10.3 inches. Promising review:" I agonized over which cat furniture to choose to hide my cat's litter box when moving to a smaller apartment space... I am happy I went with this one, which looks really nice. The instructions were surprisingly good and easy to follow; putting it together was simple. You can put the door on either side, and you can also leave out the middle part to fit a larger box." — Wynne Get it from Amazon for $99+ (available in seven colors and with or without a top that opens). 43. A thermal label printer I'm sure my fellow Type A people will salivate over because it helps you stay organized while eliminating the hassle of ink and toner — just load the labels and start printing! With access to numerous pre-designed templates and over 300 symbols, you can easily create professional-looking labels for organizing your home or workspace, printing directly from your phone via Bluetooth! Promising review:"This is a super cute label maker that's perfect if you just need to label a few things around the house. I personally used it for my card collection and it's worked great so far. The app was very easy to connect to and there is virtually no lag when printing labels — it's super fast. It's not very loud and is small enough that you can store it anywhere without it taking up too much room. The app is super cool too; there's a whole bunch of fonts and sizes you can choose from and each label is HIGHLY customizable." — Riley Get it from Amazon for $17.96+ (available in five colors). 44. An automatic pet feeder so you can schedule meal times and take the guessing game out of whether or not you remembered to feed your fur babies (especially on hectic days). One cool feature: You can program a 10-second recording that'll play back your voice saying something like "It's time for munch munch!" to encourage your cat to eat even when you're not home. This automatic feeder can hold up to 12 meals depending on the size of each portion (you can choose from 1/8 cup to 4 cups). You'll need four D-cell batteries, or you can power it by using a wall adapter (sold separately). Promising reviews:"Our cat's life is pretty much driven by food and the only way we've been able to keep her at a moderately sustainable weight is by giving her healthy food she hates and this pet feeder. Every time we come back from a trip, there are a few more claw and bite marks on it, but it holds strong. She's even tried to sit on it, but it's done nothing more than presumably horrify it a little. She used to move around the bowl so when feeding time came she could put her head where the chute is and feel the food rain down her head like Augustus Gloop in the chocolate factory. I would recommend this for anyone who has a cat who is consumed with eating and getting food. Her persistence has defeated every other one we have tried. Yes, it is expensive. Yes, it is absolutely worth it." — BMoney Get it from Amazon for $94.95. Reviews have been edited for length and/or clarity.
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The best Amazon Presidents Day 2025 sales to shop right now
Amazon's Presidents Day deals are here and this year you can save on products across categories, including furniture, mattresses, appliances and more — the perfect opportunity to refresh your home essentials and maybe pick up some new ones. I frequently cover shopping events as a reporter for NBC Select, and I spent weeks combing through discounts to find the best Amazon Presidents Day deals actually worth shopping. Each one I recommend below is highly rated, and I'll frequently update this list with new savings opportunities throughout the holiday. Want more from NBC Select? Sign up for our newsletter, The Selection, and shop smarter. Best Amazon Presidents Day deals I found, vetted and wrote about every deal below. I worked with NBC Select editors to finalize the live list, which I'm frequently updating throughout Presidents Day to reflect the most up-to-date prices. Tile Mate 4.4-star average rating from 24,432 reviews on Amazon Use this Bluetooth tracker to keep track of keys, backpacks, or even suitcases when traveling. You can ring the Tile when within range using the Tile app, and view your Tile's location on a map when outside of range, according to the brand. Dash Safe Slice Mandoline Slicer 4.4-star average rating from 19,985 reviews on Amazon The design of this slicer makes it so that your hands won't get cut on the blades while using — you just push your foods of choice through the ingredient slot for easy slicing, according to the brand. The slicer has over 30 options for different cuts, and comes with a cleaning brush. Ring Battery Video Doorbell 4.5-star average rating from 6,047 reviews on Amazon This video doorbell has a built-in battery that can be charged with a USB-C cable — once charged, the doorbell easily snaps into place at your front door, according to Ring. You can connect it to the Ring phone app to get live video feeds, notifications and updates via your mobile device. Carote 10-Piece Nonstick Cooking Set 4.4-star average rating from 26,902 reviews on Amazon The cookware in this set from Carote is made from reinforced aluminum and nonstick granite, which allows it to heat up quickly and evenly, according to the brand. The set includes an egg pan, two frying pans, a saucepan with lid and steamer, a casserole pot with a lif, a saute pan with a lid and a cooking utensil. Bagsmart Toiletry Bag 4.8-star average rating from 57,744 reviews on Amazon This NBC Select Travel Award -winning toiletry bag is very spacious with multiple compartments to help you easily organize your skin care, makeup, dental products and more. The bag is available in both large and medium sizes. 4.6-star average rating from 1,316 reviews on Amazon Vaseline's rich and creamy body lotion is an NBC Select Wellness Award winner, and for good reason. It has shea butter and coconut oil for maximum moisture and is also non-comedogenic, making it great for sensitive skin. 4.4-star average rating from 233 reviews on Amazon This is our favorite silk sleep mask because of its soothing, cooling effects (and chic design). It's available in over a dozen colors and patterns, and also comes in a 3D version with contoured eye cups. Best Amazon Presidents Day sales Here are the best Amazon Presidents Day sales to know about. Keep in mind, not every item from a brand is discounted as described below. Best Presidents Day sales at other retailers Walmart: Save up to 80% off on products across categories Target: Up to 50% off bedding, clothing, toys and more Best Buy: Save on major appliances, laptops , TVs and more Wayfair: Up to 70% off furniture, home decor and more Lowe's: Up to 40% off select major appliances Dyson: Up to $150 off select products Rifle Paper Co.: Up to 15% off sitewide and 30% off all sale items Best Presidents Day mattress and bedding sales at other retailers Purple: Up to 30% off bedding, pillows and more, plus up to $900 off a mattress and base Bear: Up to 35% off sitewide, plus get two free pillows with mattress purchase Nolah: Up to 35% off sitewide, plus get two free pillows and $150 off a Bedjet with mattress purchase Leesa: Up to 30% off select mattresses, plus get a free sleep bundle with mattress purchase Helix: Up to 25% off sitewide, plus get free pillows, bundles and more with mattress purchase Birch: Up to 25% off sitewide The Company Store: Up to 40% off specials and 25% off everything else with code PRESIDENT25 Ettitude: Up to 25% off Crane & Canopy: Up to 70% off bedding, sheets and more Parachute: Up to 25% off eco mattresses Amerisleep: Up to $500 off any mattress and up to 30% adjustable bed bundles with code PD500 Cozy Earth: Up to 25% off sitewide Avocado: Up to 20% on organic mattresses Nectar: Up to 50% on mattresses Beautyrest: Up to $900 off select adjustable mattresses Awara: Up to 50% off mattresses Brooklinen: Up to 25% off almost everything, plus up to 50% off bundles Coop Sleep Goods: Up to 40% off sitewide Naturepedic: Up to 20% off sitewide DreamCloud: Up to 50% on mattresses and up to 66% on bundles Loftie: Up to 25% off select products Essentia: Up to 20% off sitewide Brooklyn Bedding: Up to 30% off sitewide with code PRESDAY30 Buffy: Up to 30% off sitewide, plus free shipping Saatva: Up to $400 off orders of $1000 or more Sleep Number: Up to 50% off select smart beds Tempur-Pedic: Save up to $500 on select mattress sets and up to 40% off other mattresses and toppers Sealy: Up to $200 off mattresses PlushBeds: Up to 50% off mattresses, plus 25% off toppers and bedding Best Presidents Day home and kitchen sales at other retailers Our Place: Up to 30% off sitewide Great Jones: Up to $100 off cookware and bakeware sets Olipop: Up to 20% off with code FEBSAVE20 Joybird: Up to 45% off bestsellers and up to 35% off everything else Blueair: Up to 30% off bestselling air purifiers and select air care with code BLUEAIR30 Smeg: Up to 20% off select appliances Nutribullet: Up to 20% off sitewide with code PRESBLEND20 AJ Madison: Up to 50% off select products AquaTru: Up to 20% off select products Cuisinart: Up to $100 off select appliances KitchenAid: Up to 35% off select appliance Sur La Table: Up to 50% off bestselling brand Ninja Kitchen: Up to 39% off select products Magnolia: Up to 20% off sitewide Hedley & Bennett: Up to 20% off sitewide with code ENJOY20 Made in Cookware: Up to 25% off cooking tools and utensils Riley Home: Up to 20% off sitewide Lavazza: Up to 20% off sitewide Bokksu Market: Up to 50% off Joon Loloi: Up to 20% off sitewide Hydroviv: Up to $500 off bundles and up to $240 off water filtration systems Best Presidents Day apparel and accessory sales at other retailers Levi's: Up to 40% off sitewide Frame: Up to 70% off sweaters, leather, denim and more Blundstone: Up to 25% off sale styles Nisolo: Up to 75% off select products with code SALE50 Thinx: Up to 25% off period underwear Jujube: Up to 70% off Weatherman's Umbrella: Up to 40% off Mou Footwear: Up to 30% off the Fall and Winter collection GlassesUSA: Up to 30% off select eyewear brands Primal: Up to 70% off cycling apparel Yummie: Up to 50% off sitewide Leonisa: Up to 25% off select items Indochino: Up to 20% off sitewide, plus an extra 10% off clearance Best Presidents Day furniture sales at other retailers Homebody: Up to 30% off sitewide with code COZY30 Lovesac: Up to 30% off sitewide McGee & Co.: Up to 30% off sitewide Mitzi: Up to 20% off sitewide with code PRESDAY20 Joss & Main: Up to 60% off RugsUSA: Up to 45% off sitewide with code PREZDAY45 Ruggable: Up to 15% off rugs sitewide with code STARS Outer: Up to 15% off seating and dining Albany Park: Up to 40% off sitewide Humanscale: Up to 15% off sitewide with code WELLNESS15 Lulu & Georgia: Up to 20% off Benchmade Modern: Up to 20% off sitewide Anthropologie: Up to 30% off in-stock furniture and home decor Apt 2B: Up to 35% off sitewide Article: Up to 40% off hundreds of furniture pieces Ashley Furniture: Up to 30% off select pieces Slumberland: Up to 60% off Floyd: Up to 35% off sectionals and 20% sitewide Pottery Barn: Up to 50% off select furniture, home decor and more Joybird: Up to 45% off bestsellers and up to 35% off sitewide JCPenney: Up to 50% off furniture, decor, bedding and more ABC Home: Up to 60% off sitewide AllModern: Up to 60% off select pieces Arhaus: Up to 60% off clearance pieces Birch Lane: Up to 60% off select furniture Burrow: Up to 25% off sitewide Industry West: Up to 25% off sitewide with code PRES25 Perigold: Up to 25% off Best Presidents Day tech sales at other retailers Google: Up to 70% off select products, including tablets, earbuds and more Bose: Up to $100 off select headphones, earbuds and more Shokz: Up to 15% off sitewide Satechi: Up to 25% off sitewide with code PRESIDENTS25 How I found the best Amazon Presidents Day deals All of my recommendations above are based on NBC Select's previous coverage and reporting. I also included products tested by NBC Select staff, including Wellness Award, Travel Award and Bed & Bath Award winners. All the deals I recommend are at least 20% off and highly rated with at least a 4.0-star average rating from hundreds of reviews. When possible, I ran deals through price trackers like CamelCamelCamel to ensure products are at their lowest price in at least three months. Why trust NBC Select? I'm an associate SEO reporter for NBC Select who has covered deals and sales for over a year, including the best sales each week and sale events like Black Friday/Cyber Monday, Amazon Prime Day, and more. To round up the best Presidents Day sales on Amazon, I searched the website for discounted products across categories, including recommendations from previous coverage and NBC Select staff.
