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1.Oxo’s compact and portable Brew Rapid Brewer, a life (and wallet) saver for anyone who just can’t stop themselves from getting a coffee from the café every single day. You can take your hot or iced coffee on the go with this gadget, and it’s dishwasher safe for easy cleaning. This will practically pay for itself in roughly six brews with the way coffee prices are these days…
You can use this to brew hot coffee *and* cold brew by adding coffee grounds to the top portion, tamping it down, letting it steep, and pumping into a carafe full of hot or cold water.
Promising review: “Simple to use and cheaper than that other brand. This is about the best tasting coffee I have ever made at home. Easy to clean. Sturdy. Portable.”
Get it from Amazon for $44.95.
2.Atwo-slice slim toaster that’s not only perfect for longer pieces of bread (like sourdough or ciabatta slices) but also super thin so it won’t take up a ton of space on your kitchen counter.
Psst — if you’re looking to save space in your kitchen and don’t want to sacrifice on aesthetic, check out Bella’s matching line of compact, affordable kitchen appliances!
Promising review: “The narrow width of this toaster helps free up real estateon my small countertop, plus it accommodates two slices of toast, English muffins or bagels as well as a regular width toaster. It comes in a beautiful teal color which I love. And the three toast levels ensure you don’t burn food and the quality of the toast is just right — from light to brown. I highly recommend it!”
Get it from Amazon for$23.67+ (available in six colors).
3.A charging station end table for small spaces, with two outlets and two USB ports so you can charge all your devices and maybe even plug a lamp in, too.
Promising review: “Good for small spaces. I needed this end table for a smaller space next to my couch.It fits perfectly and I love that it has an outlet and USB ports. The bottom will also fit an 11-inch basket so I can store things in there if needed.”
Get it from Amazon for $28.37+ (available in four colors).
4.A sloth “breathing partner” offering visual cues to help the most anxious among us learn to slow down and breathe deeply. It has three modes — balanced, calming, and “box” breathing — which can all potentially help you keep calm and grounded.
Mindsight is a small business that specializes in calming personal care and decor products.
Promising review (for the original style): “I started meditating over a decade ago. Intermittent in the beginning, progressing deeper, and finding new joys over time. With Breathing Buddha, the last thoughts have dropped away as counting breath always seemed to keep me conscious of, well, counting.Granted, I have always dropped the counting after a handful of breaths, but Breathing Buddha has made for a delightful transition as I realize it doesn’t have to count at all. It is a lovely concept, well executed, and very easy to start using.” —Lynn
Get it from Amazon for $23.95 (available with or without sound and in three other styles).
5.Ninja’s portable (!!!!) Crispi Air Fryer system, with an “all-in-one system” so you can cook your food right in the container you eat from. This is *perfect* for work lunch — because who wants to heat their food up in the soup-splattered communal microwave that hasn’t been cleaned in years? Not I!
Each air fryer comes with the “PowerPod,” two containers (a 4-quart and a 6-quart), and lids. The PowerPod has auto-shutoff and four modes: Max Crisp, Bake, Air Fry, and Recrisp. The “feet” are heat-safe, so you can prop it on any surface without worrying!
Promising review: “I got my Ninja Crisper today and reheated some stuffed bread with feta cheese and spinach, and it did a wonderful job. It was like it just came out of the oven the first time.Nice and crispy outside, but the inside heated just right. I love that the bottom glass can be covered with the lid it comes with. They come with a metal plate you can put in the glass bottom part, and it actually fits into the lid, so it doesn’t get lost. The glass makes a difference in the taste, too. It is a great product and well worth it.” —Jennifer
Get it from Amazon for $159+ (available in eight colors).
6.A rechargeable electric candle lighter designed to be wind-proof and splash-proof, so whether you’re lighting up a backyard firepit or a cozy pine candle for your bathroom, this gizmo’s got you covered. Plus, the flexible, long neck minimizes the risk of burning your fingers when you’re lighting candles that are getting low on wax.
Promising review: “I absolutely love this product. Now I’m able to light candles where the candle wax has melted down, and it’s hard to reach inside the jar.I also love the fact that you charge this with a USB cable, and the charge lasts for a long time. It has indicator lights to let you know how much of a charge is remaining. I’ve only had to charge it once since I purchased it. I Very durable and a great value for the price. I definitely recommend this.”
“Another product I got from TikTok. It’s a necessity. No more struggling and almost burning yourself. Stays charged for days. A week at most if you use it frequently.”
Get it from Amazon for$13.28+ (available in nine colors and in two-packs).
7.A *mini* Kindle, which is like your regular Kindle…but TINY! It’s waterproof, glare-free, and has 16 GB of space. And seriously, it’s so small…unlike your usual, physical book. Now you can take Infinite Jest with you without sacrificing 70% of your bag space to David Foster Wallace.
Check out a TikTok of the mini Kindle in action.
Promising review: “This is such a great Kindle! It’s lightweight, the perfect size for going in a purse or bag, and the matcha is SUCH a great color. I already have a Paperwhite SE that I love, so I decided to get this Kindle for travel purposes.The battery life isn’t as great as my Paperwhite, but it still lasts me a while with daily reading! It fits perfectly in my hands and makes reading very comfortable.The only thing it is missing is the warm light option, but that is not a deal breaker for me. If you are looking for a lightweight and comfortable Kindle, this is the one for you.” —Christine Heath
Get it from Amazon for $109.99(available in black or matcha, and with or without an ad lockscreen).
8.A PopLite personal popcorn maker that makes 8 cups of popcorn in just two minutes. This thing comes with a built-in bowl for serving, and unlike microwave bags of popcorn, doesn’t leave many unpopped kernels behind.
Check out aTikTok of the popcorn makerin action.
Promising review: “This little popcorn popper is perfect! No fuss, no mess, no chasing popcorn kernels!!Fabulous! Easy to use — the popcorn maker part fits into the bowl part for easy storage. This is one perfect unit!”
Get it from Amazon for $34.99+ (available in two sizes).
9.A uniquetripod floor lamp, which is the perfect middle ground between the uber-popular modern aesthetic and your desire to have a home that isn’t super boring. It’s sleek, it’s chic, and it’s basically begging you to take a peek.
Brightech is a California-based small business that specializes in home lighting.
Promising review: “These lights really add a unique look to any space and look like they are high end. There are three dimmable options for the right type of light you are looking for controlled by a floor button. Adds a uniqueness and minimalist look to your space.Easy to put together, took five minutes.”
Get it from Amazon for $54.99+ (available in gold and black).
10.A pair of waterproof wireless earbuds with an LED display on the case that tells you exactly how much juice is left, so you’ll know when you need to recharge ’em. These are also sweat resistant, so they’re great for working out.
Promising review:”I use these every day at work! Love these — easy to learn and to use. Best thing about them? Well, everything, lol. Good sound, they hold a charge for long periods, and I don’t have to worry about them losing power.I can answer my phone easily and then go back to music without a problem. Definitely a great buy and worth the money! Love this color, too!”
Get it from Amazon for $24.66+ (available in nine colors).
11.A pair of wireless over-the-ear headphones if your heart *wants* Apple’s AirPods Max but your head is like, “Do you have500 American dollars lying around? Literally, no. Just no.” Appease your pragmatic side (while still honoring your heart’s desires) with these bad boys that have a very similar aesthetic for just about $20.
iJoy is a small business that specializes in headphones and tech accessories.
Promising review: “They’re comfortable, hold a charge really well, and actually work really well in terms of noise cancellation.My daughter can be sitting next to me talking and I can barely even hear her. I almost prefer these in terms of sound quality to my Gen 1 AirPods as well. Easy to charge, easy to pair, very lightweight, and fit is adjustable. I’m very impressed with these headphones!”
Get it from Amazon for $21.99+ (available in five colors).
12.A teensy undetectable laptop mouse jiggler to help you get through those days when your schedule says you need to be available on Slack all day, but your heart says you *need* to rewatch all of Bob’s Burgers for the billionth time — and you need to do it NOW.
Promising review: “Saves me from auto logouts! My brother recommended this handy gadget.I work from home and have three monitors. When I leave my desk for lunch, the computer goes to sleep and when I come back, everything is logged out and whatever was on three monitors ends up on two. SO frustrating.This is programmable for three settings and I use it on the minimal movement so when I come back, everything is just as I left it. Revolutionary! Just remember to turn it on!”
Get it from Amazon for$9.99 (available in two colors).
13.A stuffed waffle maker, because what is better than a delicious waffle first thing in the morning? A delicious waffle filled with COOKIE BUTTER. You can get reeeeaal creative with this clever invention. Ham and cheese waffles, pesto waffles, PB&J waffles, the world is your oyster. Er, the world is your waffle.
Promising review:”I bought this after I saw a video on TikTok, so I had an idea about the yummy waffles I could make. First waffles were stuffed with apple pie filling. Second ones with scrambled eggs with bacon and cheese. Just amazing!!! The only way you could make this better is to send a chef!! I definitely recommend watching a video on TikTok or YouTube to inspire you before you start!!”
Get it from Amazon for$49.99.
14.A magnetic rotating UFO-shaped Bluetooth speaker so you can tell everyone that your music taste is truly ~otherworldly~ and get a cool new piece of decor to boot!
Promising review: “Bought as a gift, but I will get one for myself.I was totally surprised at the quality of the speaker part of this. Got it for my grandson for Christmas. He set it up while here after opening, and we listened to Christmas music all day.” —Dawna324
Get it from Amazon for$97.99.
15.And a Lego-inspired brick waffle maker for all the kids (and grown-ups, no judgment) who want to eat AND play with their food. The creations made with this are about to become the fan-favorite of breakfasts and snack times — not only because they’re fun, but also because they’re the perfect size to get those *peak* crispy outsides and fluffy insides.
Promising review:”My boys loved this! They were excited to see lego waffles and had fun building with them and eating them.”
Get it from Amazon for $54.99 (available in three colors).
16.A vintage-inspired crystal candle warmer to add some ~pizzazz~ to your side table and get the most out of your super expensive candle that has barely any wick left but plenty of wax to spare.
Promising review: “This looks even prettier in person! Works great, very easy setup, and beautiful with the basic lighting as well as the colorful setting. My candles warm quickly with it and start producing the smells quickly. Great product and would recommend!”
Get it from Amazon for$35.99.
17.A leakproof electric travel kettle with a handle so you can heat your tea and take it with you, too. It rapidly boils up to 14 ounces of water — that’s one large mug or two small cups. This is also great for oatmeal and coffee!
Promising review: “This gorgeous lil’ portable kettle has been thebest companion during all my travels this year! I drink a LOT of tea and am religious about making my special elixirs and healing potions every morning. I appreciate how quickly it heats up, and how long it keeps water hot. I have always followed the directions and use common sense when handling it, and have never had any issues with anything so far. Very satisfied with this purchase! Would highly recommend.”
18.A portable car vacuum made specifically for in-car use, if you’ve ever looked between your seats after a long road trip and realized your children have been hoarding crushed-up Cheerios between the seats like the sweet little gremlins they are. Fair warning, though: The things you’ll see being sucked up may never be unseen.
Promising review: “This was the perfect solution for a busy mom like myself. I have three little ones, and every day there is a mess of some sort in the backseat.It saves time and money to not have to go to a carwash place and keep feeding the machine. It’s simple to use and a great size. Wish the suction was a little better, but for the price and quality, I can’t complain. It’s a must!”
“TikTok made me buy it. I NEVER leave reviews buttt I was surprised at how well and powerful this vacuum was! And it wasn’t loud. 10 out of 10 recommended. Go buy it and try it for yourself.”
Get it from Amazon for $18.99.
19.A hands-free electric citrus juicer because fresh juice has absolutely no business requiring *so* much hard work. Just cut up your desired fruit, place it in this contraption, and press a button — then you can let the juicer take it from there. 😉
Promising review: “Easy to use and no mess. We have more lemons and key limes than we know what to do with, so I juice them and freeze the juice. With this juicer machine, all I have to do is cut the fruit in half, stick it on the point, close the lid tight and push a button. The things I like best compared to our old machine are that 1. I don’t have to hold onto and press down on the fruit as the juice mechanism spins, and 2. It has two removable strainers for more or less pulp, whereas the old one had a plastic tab that you had to move to make the strainer holes smaller.” —L Cobb
20.A deeply adorable retro-style portable Bluetooth keyboard to bring a little bit of personality to your WFH setup. Maybe you’ll actually spend some time at your desk if it *looks* like a fun place to be.
Promising review:“I got this keyboard because of its aesthetic. The look did not disappoint. Love it!Super easy to connect to my iPhone and iPad. It makes my typing and note creating on my phone quicker and cuter.I will purchase another for an upcoming friend’s birthday. I know she’ll love it as well!” —NT
Get it from Amazon for$26.99+ (available in six styles).
21.A SnapPower GuideLightthat you install right under your outlets so you can finally stop fumbling with your phone charger in the middle of the night — because now you can actually see it! And it doesn’t take up a whole outlet like other night-lights.
SnapPower is a small business that specializes in unique and innovative lighting products.
Promising review:”I ordered this after seeing it on TikTok. I’m very happy with this product!”
“Game changer. When I get up, I don’t want to wake everyone up with flipping on lights and all. These provide plenty of walking through the house light. Super easy installation, too.”
Get it from Amazon for$23.98(available in three outlet styles and three colors).
22.A vintage-inspired essential oil diffuserwith a touch of vintage-y charm to fill your home with beautiful vibes and beautiful scents, too.
Make sure to grab some some essential oils for the full experience!
Heads up: According to Johns Hopkins, you may want to avoid diffusing oils around larger groups and young children because of the side effects of different oils. You may also want to avoid using an oil diffuser around pets with breathing problems, according to the ASPCA.
Promising review: “This really is a game changer for my space, it covers a really large area and smells so good.Plus this holds so much water. This is the perfect size to sit on the end table in the family room. You can hardly tell it’s there, but when you, do it’s a beautiful display.”
23.Or a rotating disco ball diffuser because a little party never hurt nobody…and a little lavender oil never made anyone lesscalm, right?
Check out a TikTok of the disco ball in action.
Promising reviews: “I absolutely LOVE my disco ball diffuser! It brings me joy. The diffuser works great and has timed options. You can use the disco ball without diffusing too. Lots of pretty color-changing options or you can have it cycle through all of the colors which is what I choose to do. There are two spinning modes too…slow and fast or you can set it to not spin at all. Get one. You WON’T be disappointed!! 🪩🫶🏼😍”
Get it from Amazon for $33.97+ (available in two sizes and three colors).
24.Birdie, which is an indoor carbon dioxide monitor with a fondness for the dramatics — she’ll stand up right when the air quality in your house is safe, and flip over and play dead to signal that you should open a window to get some fresh air in.
Promising review: “Super easy to set up, and it works! We set ours up, and after charging it and mounting it, the bird fell down. We opened the windows, and about 10 minutes later, the bird went upright. People have commented how cool it look, going to buy as a gift for a family member as well.”
25.A charging port with a built-in Apple Watch charger so you can power up your favorite wearable, plus TWO other devices. Leave the bulky extension cord at home, ’cause this has gotcha covered.
Promising review: “I like the compact design to easily transport during travel. It has all the charging ports I need for great functionality. Great value and it seems to be built with quality material.”
26.A tiny 3-in-1 portable charger to stop your phone from dying at the most inopportune times — and yes, this gadget can *actually* wirelessly power three devices at once. It folds to be super duper small for easy transport, too.
Promising review: “These are fabulous for travel — they charge three devices from just one USB port, especially [helpful] when frequenting hotel rooms. The first one is now permanently stationed bedside to help clean up the clutter, and this will go into my briefcase for future excursions.Compact, and effective!” —see2xu
27.A USB-rechargeable and portable water flosser, which is an easier way to sneak flossing into your routine — even if you’re constantly on the go. Whether you’re floss-adverse due to sensitive gums, time constraints, or you just don’t waaaaaant to, this’ll help you clear all that gunk out from between your teeth with just a stream of water. Plus, it’s great for braces.
Promising review: “Great travel product. It is exactly what I was looking for. Super portable to throw in my work bag and easy to put together. Love that it USB charges. Great combinations of water pressure.” —MJ
Get it from Amazon for$19.95+ (available in four colors).
28.A sleekone-button electric wine bottle opener to cut down on time spent struggling with the wine bottle, which = more time drinking the wine! Give a man a bottle, he drinks for a day. Give a man a bottle OPENER…well…now we’re talking!
Promising review: “I have had this wine bottle opener for over two years and I’m so happy with this purchase. Ilove the aesthetic and that I can leave it 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!”
29.A Sharkbanz magnetic shark repeller, perfect for anyone who was traumatized by Jaws and is therefore a little bit scared about swimming in the ocean. It uses magnetic technology, which messes with sharks’ electroreceptors and can cause them to stay far, far away — without causing them any harm.
Note: Sharkbanz reduce the risk of a shark encounter, but do not eliminate the risk altogether. That said, the effectiveness of this band was tested by the Western Australian Government and verified by an independent third-party university — you can read more about the <a href="https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1826/7677/files/Sharkbanz-Technology-Research-Peer-Reviewed-Scientific-Papers-Publications-2024.pdf?v=1705010596″ rel=”nofollow noopener” target=”_blank”>research conducted in the effectiveness of the Sharkbanz for reference.
Sharkbanz is a small business that specializes in shark-deterrent products.
Promising review: “This product is a strong magnet you wear on your ankle. (Watch out where you store it!) It is comfortable and easy to put on. I’m not sure if it really works; however, I never saw any sharks while swimming/snorkeling in Hawaii, where there are tons of aggressive tiger sharks. In fact, the SharkBanz was mandatory equipment to swim in a local group of shoreline swimmers. It comes in several colors to match your style. I strongly recommend this product — better safe than bitten!” —Jennifer Keene
Get it from Amazon for $138 (available in seven colors).
30.An adorable mini toaster oven to easily reheat your leftovers and make single servings of sweet treats.
Promising review:”Our old traditional pop-up toaster kept setting off the smoke alarm, so we wanted to get a toaster oven. This little toaster oven was just the right size and price. I usually only make one slice of toast at a time anyway, so why get something bigger? It is very simple to use, makes consistently good toast, and is adorable. I love the way it looks and its cheerful ‘ding’ when the toast is ready.”
31.A northern lights projector for an at-home laser show that is so beautiful, you might find yourself mentally transported to an Icelandic resort, even if you’re just chilling at home in your bedroom. And it’s got a ton of bells and whistles too: a noise machine with eight different settings, a Bluetooth speaker to connect your own tunes to, four brightness and motion settings, AND an auto-timer so you don’t even have to get out of bed to turn it off.
Promising review: “I love this light! The stars are beautiful, the colors are beautiful. I like that it shuts off in four hours. I use it in my house so I don’t have to turn the lights on all the time. I like it so much. I just ordered three more to give to my grandchildren.It also has sounds like the sound of rain, or ocean waves. And you can even play your regular music on it. Don’t be afraid to try it! It’s like having the northern lights anytime you want.”
Get it from Amazon for $29.99+ (available in three colors and a spiral galaxy version).
32.A miniature arcade Ataribecause OMG…’80s nostalgia is real, and so is your desire to collect cute, tiny things. This sweet lil’ contraption has 10 games (including Pac-Man!!!) that you can play with literally just the touch of your finger.
Promising review: “I’ve put probably 10 hours in playing with this little system. It’s an excellent little Atari clone, the screen is crystal clear, the games play exactly as expected, the sound is great the controller is a joy. This is an absolute must for anyone who loves retro games.”
Get it from Amazon for$34.90.
33.An electric fondue setfor anyone whose life’s dream was to eat a luxurious snack while chilling by the fire, à la Justin Bieber.
Kusini is a small business that specializes in kitchen products.
Promising review: “I absolutely love fondue and this made at-home fondue easy and mess free! Warms up quickly and holds the perfect amount of fondue plus dippers.”
Get it from Amazon for $26.99.
34.A zero-ink, app-enabled Kodak instant phone photo printerso you can magically transform your phone into a POLAROID!! Except this little gadget lets you edit the photos in the app with adorable graphics to embellish your pics for peak collaging.
This is compatible with Zink zero ink printer paper — you can snag 20 sheets of it on Amazon for $9.99!
Promising review: “I take lots of photos but rarely do I ever print them out. We travel in our RV, and I like to keep some photos of places that we’ve been in the RV on our photo board. I really like it; it’s a lot of fun. The color is pretty good, prints pretty fast, and the little backgrounds that you can stick them to are a fun touch.There’s also some other stickers and frames that you could add to the pictures. I also keep a notebook of all the places that we’ve traveled (with campsite-specific info), and I try to keep one picture to represent each place in the notebook. It’s perfect for this.” —Link family
Get it from Amazon for$79.99 (available in six styles, including a starter bundle that includes photo paper, frames, and other accessories).
35.A Stealth core trainer to gamify your exercise routine and improve your core strength while ushering boredom out of your brain. This app-supported contraption (contr-app-tion? Ugh, sorry. I had to…) comes with an Android- and iPhone-compatible library of games — and they’re all free to play. Just download the app on your phone and get to training.
Stealth Fitness is a small business that specializes in unique at-home fitness equipment.
Here’s what former BuzzFeeder Mallory Mower says about this gizmo: “Getting a Stealth board was the very best thing that has happened to me during quarantine. Mixing the fun of games on your phone with the natural endorphins you get from exercising is, to put it lightly, genius.I have two in my home, and my husband and I compete daily to see who can last the longest. My favorite game is the paragliding challenge; he’s into the planet-blasting space adventure. Nerd.”
Promising review: “Fantastic purchase to solve the boring plank exercises after a year of doing them. This has a quick, easy, simple hit-it-and-forget-it daily with a game, three-minute max, and great results. Much improved core strength, reduce lower back pain, and a high five from my doctor. Highly recommend this for those in need of core buildup and help to manage the time to fit this into a daily schedule.”
36.A 2-in-1 sandwich maker, which has nonstick plates so you can satisfy your panini cravings without A) having to venture out to an overpriced cafe and B) use a ton of brain power. It can also make omelets, btw.
Promising review: “It has exceeded expectations. It browns sandwiches quickly and toasts faster than any toaster!! It’s good and compact, but a powerful little cooker. I’m very happy! Great value!” —jon james
Get it from Amazon for $25.99 (available in two styles).
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