These 27 Products Honestly Have No Right Being As Useful As They Are

These 27 Products Honestly Have No Right Being As Useful As They Are

BuzzFeed-Shopping·2025-06-22 05:06

1. A super small LED thumb light you can stick to just about anything. Need help finding your keyhole at night? Attach this thumb light to your keys! Walking your pup at night and can't tell if they're eating a treat or a poo? Attach this thumb light to your leash! Hate the big light in your living room, but can't see the buttons on your remote control? I think you get it, but attach this thumb light to your remote control!

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The water-resistant light comes with a replaceable lithium battery.

Promising review: "So glad I found these. I have one on my apartment key and another on my mailbox key. They really work well, especially in low lighting. Since my vision is no longer perfect, these lights save me time so I don’t have to fumble trying to get my key into the locks. I definitely recommend them. I have a spare for replacement, but they last a long time." —Marni

Get it from Amazon for $5.25.

2. A wildly innovative 2-in-1 knife and cutting board so you don't have to go through the rigmarole of pulling out your huge cutting board, especially when you're just trying to make a cute lil' salad. Not only is this gadget dishwasher-safe, but you can also separate the pieces and use the knife part...as a knife.

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Promising review: "I use it almost every day to quickly cut carrots, cucumbers, celery into pieces for soups and salads. This is a very useful tool. Simple to use and to wash. I couldn’t do without it!" —Sue G.

Get it from Amazon for$20.99

3. A Pikk-it hair-removal tool that'll help you pull out all the hair and fur caught in your vacuum head. Finally, you can more effectively clean your floors without secretly wishing your fluffy pet was born hairless. Reviewers also use this to clean their hairbrushes!

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Promising reviews: "Does the trick of getting hair out of the roller. Happy I bought it." —Pat S

"Between myself (medium long hair) and my overly fluffy cat, a lot of hair and fluff was continually getting caught up on the roller brush of my vacuum. I dreaded vacuuming because it took so long to pull and snip the hairs wrapped up on the roller brush out with scissors. Not anymore! This silly, little, inexpensive thing works great! Super quick to remove all the hair/fur — in virtually a minute, then back to vacuuming with my lovely Miele vacuum." —MKS

Get it from Amazon for $8.99.

4. A nonmedicated herbal inhaler, because as much as you love the idea of road trips and cruise rides, the reality is that you never know when they're going to end up being nausea-inducing affairs. One side of this travel-size must-have can be used as an inhaler, and the other side can be used to rub herbal oil onto your nose.

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Allclair is a small business! Read more about aromatherapy and its potential benefits for nausea at Johns Hopkins.

Promising review: "Took this on my first cruise. Anytime that I started to feel woozy, I’d reach for it. I’m sure the required act of deep breathing helped a lot — and breathing in the fragrance of the essential oil is very calming and effective. Worked for me! Wonderful!" —Willy&Lilly

Get a pack of two from Amazon for $12.99 (also available in a pack of four). 

5. Or, an anti-nausea acupressure bracelet designed to apply pressure to a point on your wrist, which may help prevent day-ruining queasiness.

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Read more about acupressure and nausea at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center.

Promising review: "I bought these for my very first cruise. It was a 5-day cruise that had a bit of rough waters the first two days out to sea. I was a little bit leery as to whether these would keep the nausea away, as I am very prone to motion sickness (car rides in the mountains, carnival rides, etc). I put these on just before boarding the ship and didn't take them off until the fourth day. By then, I figured my 'sea legs' would have kicked in. I didn't have any issues at all, unlike many of my fellow cruisers. I'm bringing these with me on my next cruise!!" —EA99

Get the pack of two from Amazon for $8.16+ (available in six colors).

6. A super smart (and cute) humidifier tank cleaner for keeping your humidifier mold and mildew free for up to 30 days. It also kills up to 99% of odor-causing bacteria, which you need if your humidifier has been spewing out some smelly smells.

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Promising review: "I LOVE these little fish. I’ve been using them for about 2.5 years now, and I truly believe they help keep the humidifier and water cleaner. People don’t realize all the nasty mold and bacteria that can be growing in their humidifier and then released into the air in their room! I’ve noticed a huge difference in mold growth when I use these fish." —Shelly

Get it from Amazon for $5.98.

7. A pack of 25 disposable shower hair catchers — make post-shower cleanups super fast and easy while also preventing future clogs. If you hate the thought of having to periodically clean a more traditional drain protector (lookin' at you, TubShroom), then these were made for you. Just peel them off when they're covered in hair and toss them in the trash!

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Promising review: "For anyone with long hair, drainage clogging in the shower is a pain. So, THANKS to whoever thought of such a simple but clever solution. They stick perfectly, and the glue lasts like three weeks. It literally does not let a hair pass, and it's just so easy to place and remove. I wish I had known about this product before! A must-buy." —MER

Get a 25-pack from Amazon for $11.99 (also available in a 50-pack and 100-pack).

8. A cute sand remover bag because you love the beach, in theory, but in practice? You hate getting sand all over your body. This talc-free and reef-friendly bag easily removes sand and leaves you feeling clean.

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Promising review: "This is a great product and gift for a beach lover. Works great and is a decent size for brushing away the sand after an amazing day at the beach! Going to buy it as a gift!! Easy to use and affordable!" —Sue Krauser 

Get it from Amazon for $13.99

9. A pack of four cooling migraine patches offering a cooling sensation that may help alleviate pain for up to 12 hours. Now you can go to that loud bar and have a screaming conversation with your friends, all the while knowing that these patches are waiting for you when you return with an inevitable headache.

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Read more about how temperature therapy can help with migraine prevention at Mayo Clinic.

Promising review: "First time user, but I have to say I will be buying again. I have had a headache for five days and came home tonight and put this one and my head is not bothering me." —Karen R. Wheeler

Get it from Amazon for $4.99.

10. A stainless-steel crack weeding tool if weeds think they're being clever by growing in the cracks of your patio or sidewalk. This sharp, L-shaped tool can remove the entire root without you needing to literally dig around for it. It's also got a soft grip handle because taking care of your home's outward appearance shouldn't be physically taxing.

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Promising review: "Doesn’t disrupt nearby plants. For weeds with long roots like bindweed, follow along the weed's root. You’ll get a feel for it with practice. The tip has a sharper angle than my last one, so it's good for cutting the roots of shallow-rooted plants. It’s a game-changer, for sure. Good, sturdy, well-made, and has a comfortable handle." —Hanna

Get it from Amazon for $13.83.

11. And a weed puller with a long handle so you don't have to bend down to fight a weed's tough roots with your bare hands. Get your spring garden in tip-top shape!

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Grampa's Gardenware Co. is a family-owned small business that makes products that make the gardening, weeding, or harvesting of your land a little easier.

Promising review: "Oh my god, I friggin' love this tool. I bought this on a whim, given that my husband and I bought our first house and know nothing about caring for a yard, and boy, has it come in handy. Our new house had a ton of weeds in the front yard, and this tool helped me get most of them out in no time. In fact, the process of yanking out the weed was strangely satisfying! I don't think anyone can say that weeding is fun, but this tool made it as close to fun as you can get." —JG 

Get it from Amazon for $39.97.

12. A travel-size Bounce anti-static and wrinkle-release spray because you don't wanna walk around looking like you just rolled out of bed...even if you did. Because you don't wanna look like you're too lazy to iron...even if you are. Just spray, smooth, and tug! And if you're wearing that shirt for the third time this week (hey, no judgment!) this spray also works as an odor eliminator!

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Promising review: "I’m not usually blown away by products, in fact, I’m used to being a little disappointed. But not with this product! This stuff is perfect for traveling. It got rid of wrinkles and static quickly, and the scent is an added bonus. Would definitely recommend and will be buying more." —DdWojo 

Get it from Amazon for $6.05.

13. A pack of Bottle Bright cleaning tablets to take care of the tough stains and persistent odors living in your travel mugs and water bottles. The best part is, there's no scrubbing involved. So you get super clean gear with minimal effort!

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Promising review: "My tea mug was horrible: 'stainless' steel that was totally brown from tea. It's now shiny and silver again. I used it on my coffee mug and my gym water bottle as well, and they're all like new! Highly recommend and works super fast. No scent during or after use." —afK2

Get 12 tablets from Amazon for $7.99.

14. A set of 10 Snug Plugs if you're tired of fighting loose outlets just to get your charger to stay plugged in. Simply pop one of these into the janky outlet in question, then pop in your plug, and it should stay put! 

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Snug Plug is a small business that specializes in home improvement products. 

Promising review: "I saw Snug Plug on TikTok and immediately ordered them. I have outlets at home AND at work that I couldn't keep anything plugged into because they're so loose. Snug Plug quickly and easily solved that problem and now I can finally have a phone charger in my den. Yay! I highly recommend this product." —KSay

Get a 10-pack from Amazon for $10.99 (available in two colors and packs of 25).

15. A pack of bug bite patches designed with bug-magnet-y kids in mind. These patches contain hydrocolloid, aloe, and witch hazel to help with itchiness (but let's be real, they really just help make sure your little ones don't scratch themselves raw 😬).

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Quitch is a small business founded by moms who were tired of using bug spray on their kids! Adult reviewers are loving 'em, too!

Promising review: "I was honestly skeptical about buying these. My son (15 months) is too little for Benadryl or any anti-itch cream, so I bought them for our upcoming camping trip to try. Little did I know, they would come in handy sooner! My son got bitten by a mosquito near his eye. This caused major swelling and irritation. As mentioned, he’s too little for medicine. I put a patch on, and the results speak for themselves. I’m amazed, and they helped my son not scratch the area. They’re so little and super sticky, he doesn’t even notice it’s on. I added a photo of the patch about five hours after application, and you can see how full it is. I will definitely be purchasing again!" —Sierra

Get a 27-pack from Amazon for $9.95 (available in more multipacks).

16. An oil-absorbing face roller made using absorbent volcanic stone that'll soak up any excess oil so you can have instantly matte skin. No more dabbing your face with a million small oil-blotting sheets.

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Promising review: "I have super oily skin and am always looking for something to help control it during the day. The linen squares are good, but you have to keep them around (and keep replacing them), and they end up in the landfill. This little contraption really works, and I just rinse it at the end of the day and start over again the next. I kept one on my desk and bought a second for my purse. This is magic for my shiny skin, especially on camera in my hours of Zoom every day." —Jennifer Helseth

Get it from Amazon for $8.04.

17. A saline nasal gel formulated with aloe to help soothe irritated and dry noses. Whether it's allergies or general dryness that's got your nose feeling blue, this nongreasy gel will give you some comfort.

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Promising review: "I don't like to talk about it, but every year my nose becomes super dry to the point where I sometimes get a bloody nose. I usually use some squeeze saline, but it got so bad this year that I decided to get this gel. A dab on a finger or a swab and my nose is hydrated, moistened, and not dry as a desert. No winter bloody noses! It is very light, is not slimy or like Vaseline, and it does not have any smell." —Catherine

Get it from Amazon for $3.62.

18. A set of disposable dental guards if you've been grinding your teeth down to nubs in your sleep. Each guard can be used up to three times, with no boiling, cutting, or molding needed. They are ready to go the second you're ready for them. Plus? They're one-size-fits-all vibes and can be worn on your upper and lower teeth. 

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Read more about teeth grinding (bruxism) and treatments at Cleveland Clinic.

Promising review: "Earlier this week my dentist advised that I get a bite guard. The cost was $700 but I could have one for $500. I decided to try a less expensive alternative. I purchased these and woke up this morning pain free. They are comfortable and I had no problem falling asleep. Pain is gone and I saved $500. I would say that's a win-win." —Charles

Get a pack of 16 from Amazon for $17.98 (available in larger packs and with included dental floss).

19. A hassle-free screen-cleaning brush because your mesh window screens are coated in layers of dust, dirt, and dead bugs that make it dang near impossible to see the outside world. No need to remove the screens — just wet the brush (add soap if you wanna!), and easily scrub away debris.

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Promising review: "Our screens are on a second-floor balcony. There really isn't any good way to clean the outside of the screens. Luckily, the fibers on this screen cleaner are small enough that they seem to fit through the screen and clean both sides. I'm sure it doesn't clean the outside as well as it does the inside, but any help is always appreciated. I was actually shocked at how much dirt came off the screens with this very simple tool. I used it wet with a small amount of dish soap, and it worked really well. I also appreciated that after I was finished, I was just easily able to rinse and dry the screen cleaner for future use. A simple tool at an excellent price." —BonjourBeautyByAmy

Get it from Amazon for $18.99.

20. A pack of 10 DEET-free mosquito-repellent bracelets that use essential oils to keep bloodsuckers away. Some reviewers suggest wearing one on your wrist and one on your ankle if you're in mosquito-dense areas.

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Promising review: "I'm mosquito heaven and get eaten alive every spring and summer. I've used the spray bug stuff in the past, but I really don't like spraying it on my skin. I put one of these bracelets on an ankle and one on the opposite wrist before playing pickleball and haven't had one bite yet!" —Amazon Customer

Get a pack of 10 from Amazon for $9.99.

21. A wine wand designed to remove 90% of histamines and sulfites, which can be responsible for headaches and upset stomachs. And not only is it super portable (yes, take it with you on your girls' trip to the vineyard), but it can also aerate your wine!

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Read more about sulfite allergies and wine at Cleveland Clinic.

Promising review: "I will admit, I was a bit skeptical before I purchased these. My boyfriend has never been able to drink wine due to an allergy to the sulfites. He has tried several times over the years with both red wine and white wine, but after one sip, he would begin to get itchy and wheezy. I have always been a wine drinker and recently moved to San Francisco. I have been thoroughly enjoying living so close to Napa and Sonoma. I decided there had to be a solution, and Amazon did not disappoint. These wands are super easy to use and we have been able to enjoy many bottles of wine together with no reactions! I can even tell that it aerates very well and helps bring out some of the flavors when I compare our glasses to each other. I would definitely recommend!!" —Amanda Taylor

Get a pack of three from Amazon for $11.99+ (available in larger pack sizes).

22. A mattress lifter if you weren't born with six arms to help you perfectly make your bed. This will lift your heavy mattress so you can stuff your sheets underneath with ease.

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Promising review: "This product deserves more than 5 stars. It is such a help. I am 76 and we have an 18-inch Sterns and Foster mattress, so you know it's big and heavy. It is really difficult to change sheets, and I do this each week. I am so picky about how the bed is made that my husband doesn't like to help. (He is 80.) I changed sheets last night, and these mattress lifters were a gift from above. I can't believe how neat and tidy my bed was after using these. What a big help! I am so grateful to have found these extra hands. I have two of these and recommend them as a set because I tried with just one, and two make it so much easier." —Scrapbook girl

Get it from Amazon for $19.95+ (available individually and in a two-pack).

23. A pet hair remover so you'll be able to reclaim your couch from the mob of fur that's been calling it home in a few quick swipes. And because it doesn't use disposable adhesive strips, you can use this thing over and over and over and over and...

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Promising review: "This is now my go-to pet hair remover. I have a long-haired golden retriever, and my girl SHEDS a new dog's worth of hair almost daily. I've tried heavy-duty tape rollers, rake-style pet hair removers, but the ChomChom beats them all." —alw91

Check out our ChomChom pet hair remover review for more deets!

Get it from Amazon for $24.99 (available in four colors).

24. A set of boho-chic hair tie bracelets because they're so cute, they can absolutely pass as jewelry! These are designed to not damage your hair OR hurt your wrists, which can't be said of the basic hair ties you've been using that low-key cut off blood circulation.

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Promising review: "I love these! These add the cutest touch to any outfit. They make you feel better about wearing a hair tie on your wrist. And they function great as both a hair tie and a bracelet! Not too tight to wear as either. Love them!" —Tiara Scheurell

Get a set of 20 from Amazon for $5.99+ (available in nine styles). 

25. A pack of Elephant Trax labels that'll make searching through your storage unit infinitely easier. When packing, just take a picture of what's in each box, slap a QR label on it, and you'll be able to swiftly track what you're looking for later. This is one of those "future you will thank past you" products.

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Promising review: "I am so glad I ordered an extra pack of these. My goal for January was to organize the basement. I have TONS of plastic bins and whenever I need something, I have to open each to find what I’m looking for. I took a few hours the first weekend cleaning out and organizing everything and the bins. I took pictures of the contents of each bin, put one of these stickers on each bin then associated the pics with the sticker’s QR code and voila, done. IF YOU LIKE TO BE ORGANIZED, GET THESE STICKERS!" —Fred Labro

Get a pack of 40 from Amazon for $9.99 (also available in larger pack sizes).

26. A pack of anti-slip shoe sole protectors if you're low-key (read: high-key) scared of repeating your slip-and-fall incident of '08, so you've banished those hellishly slippery heels to the back of your closet. But (now imagine I'm the devil on your shoulder), they are reallllly cute and would go with all of your summer wedding 'fits. These anti-slip shoe grips will keep you on your feet. They're also helpful with noise reduction and shock absorption. (OK, now I'm the angel on your other shoulder.)

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Promising review: "I have a pair of high heels that I rarely wear because they are so slippery. I bought these, and I'm very happy. The soles of my shoes are black so I bought the black ones, and they are barely noticeable. The adhesive is very strong. Once you place them on the sole, they're there for good, so place them carefully. I walked around my hardwood floors and then tile. I'm much more confident in my shoes now. Smooth floors don't scare me like they used to." —Mathilde

Get four pairs from Amazon for $5.94+ (available in packs of three, four, and five, and in six colors).

27. A Tub Topper since your little one loves to try to give you a shower during their bath time. This will also give them more space to play with their favorite waterproof toys! Plus, fewer puddles on your bathroom floor? I think that's a no-brainer.

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Promising review: "Like you, when I first came across this, I was hesitant because of the price. It's a bit steep, I thought to myself. But then, after another night of bathtime with two towels on the ground to soak up the water my child had splashed all over, I took the plunge and bought it. And definitely worth it a million times over. My child LOVES the extra space for toys and I love the water staying in the tub. I definitely and highly suggest buying it. You won't be disappointed! Or your child!!" —Brianna

Get it from Amazon for $59.95 (available in four colors).

The reviews for this post have been edited for length and clarity.

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