65 Weird But Brilliant Things Under $25 On Amazon

Fill one of these spikes with water like a mama bird feeding it’s baby, insert it into your plant’s soil, and the spike works to keep it hydrated without over- or under-watering. It can hold up to 80 milliliters of water, and the terracotta clay bottom inserts deep into the soil to get water directly to the roots. Plus, these are great for taking care of your plants while you’re out of town.

This mini humidifier has an adorable floral accent so it’s not only functional but cute, too. It has a 8.7-ounce tank to gently mist water into the room to help you relax and create a more comfortable breathing environment. It operates super quietly and has a built-in night light with seven color options.

This lint roller has a durable gel interior that attracts dust, dirt, crumbs, hair and other debris like a magnet to remove it all from your clothes and furniture. It’s easily portable, and all you have to do is run it under some water in the sink to clean between uses and get it ready to collect lint and crumbs once again.

This night-light uses 3D technology and comes with displays of natural elements inside the crystal ball — from a rain cloud to the solar system. It has an elegant wooden base that looks super high-end. And it has 16 colors and five lighting modes — from flashing to fading to consistent — to choose from for a customizable lighting experience.

This metal cleaner features small and sharp angled teeth at the narrow point that you can run through the gap in your hairbrushes or vacuum cleaner’s roller to remove stuck and tangled hair in seconds. It’s a great tool that can be dedicated to just that task so you don’t have to dirty your scissors or your hands.

This hair vinegar is packed with raspberry vinegar which has vitamin C, magnesium, and a ton of potassium to help remove buildup and exfoliate the scalp. Apply it after washing out shampoo and conditioner, then massage it into your scalp with lukewarm water. It’s a great addition to your haircare routine if you’re looking to add shine, wash your locks less often, and get longer hair.

Bacon grease can be hard to dispose of, but this 2-cup silicone container makes it easier to pour and and save so you can reuse it for frying food and enhancing the flavor of your dishes. It’s made of BPA-free, heat-resistant silicone that can be used in the freezer, microwave, and dishwasher. Plus, underneath that little piggy face is a handy fine strainer to separate out larger pieces of food.

These sleep socks are infused with jojoba oil, olive oil, and vitamin E and feature an inner gel lining that infuses your heels with moisture to relieve, soothe, and soften dried skin. They’re made of velvety soft material and have have an open toe design so you can wear them overnight without getting too hot.

Don’t let their size fool you, these itty bitty guys are filled with personality to decorate the dashboard, air vents, rearview mirror, headrests, and more in your car. They come with double-sided adhesive pads that offer a secure fit without leaving any tricky residue behind. Of course, you can also use them to decorate around your office, kitchen, garden, and more.

Who says tissue holders have to be ugly or boring? Check out this one that’s shaped like an old-school radio. It fits around most standard sized tissue boxes to conceal them while ensuring your tissues are still easily dispensable. It’s not only totally functional — and budget-friendly — but really packs a decor punch, too.

Mix your favorite gel, liquid, or powder cleanser along with water in this container, and it whips it up into a rich, fluffy cloud that will feel great on your skin. It creates marshmallow-like foam to turn any ordinary cleanser into one that feels high-end, all while extending the life of your skincare products.

If you have extra hanging space and not enough floor space, these specially designed hangers are for you. They feature two rubber-tipped clips to protect your things from scratches and can be used to hang boots or other shoes in pairs. They fit on standard clothing rods and can also be used for pants, skirts, and other clothes.

Cut your at-home manicure drying time in half with these drops. Just add a few to your nail after applying the top coat, and it helps your polish dry way faster, which can prevent smudging and chipping that comes from using your hands too soon after painting. Plus, it also conditions your cuticles and nail bed, too.

These scrapers are made of high-quality stainless steel and can be used to remove crumbs and food debris from your countertop and table easily. Just like the ones you see in a fancy restaurant, these scrapers won’t leave any scratches behind as you try to clean up your surfaces easily and quickly.

This cat-shaped toy can be squeezed, pulled, squished, and prodded to help relieve stress, fulfill sensory needs, and encourage focus and concentration. It can sit up by itself on your desk or nightstand, and it fits into the palm of your hand making it easy to travel with so you can bring your sensory toy on-the-go.

These pot holders are shaped like farfalloni pasta to help you grip pots and pans without burning your fingers. They’re food-safe, heat-resistant, and made of BPA-free silicone so you can use them without worry. Plus, they’re only about 4.4 inches wide so they’re really easy to store in your utensil drawer.

This skin spatula set comes with three heads that work in different ways to deeply cleanse the skin on your face. The metal spatula works to remove blackheads, whiteheads, and excess oil, the dotted silicone head can be used to exfoliate, and the wavy silicone head can be used to apply toner and other skincare.

This knife sharpener is shaped like an adorable rhino and is made of BPA-free plastic and features a stainless steel component that can be used to sharpen all kinds of kitchen knives so they’re always ready to slice, chop, dice, and more. Plus, it has such a small footprint it’s super easy to store.

These towels are made of spongy chenille with a shag-like texture that gets into all the creases of your hands and surfaces to make drying up way faster. They’re velvety soft and even come with a built-in rope to easily hang on the wall next to your sink. Plus, their ball shape is such a fun addition to your bathroom.

This glass foot file can be used on your heels, toes, and the balls of your feet to expertly smooth them out and remove dead skin and calluses. It can be used wet or dry to reveal silky smooth feet. The textured glass is gentler on your skin than a metal foot file and easier to clean, making this a no-brainer for sandal season.

Why settle for an ordinary night-light when you can have one shaped like a little bird? This lamp is dimmable to three brightness levels and features a natural wood or metal appearance that instantly elevates your space. The top even features an oil aperture that can be used to disperse essential oils around the room.

Get cozy on your next flight with this travel blanket set. Of course, the plush blanket can be used to keep you warm at your seat or you can stuff it into its carrying case and use that as a pillow. The carrying case even has a hand luggage sleeve to easily attach it to your suitcase.

With a faux leather exterior and a plush memory foam filling, these cloud-shaped wrist rests are designed to give you extra support while you’re typing or scrolling with your mouse on the computer. When pressed, it has a slow bounce, and the back is nonslip to keep your desk in order. As a bonus, each set of wrist rests comes with a coaster for your mug.

This shower mist is made with eucalyptus essential oils that work with the steam in your shower to fill your bathroom with the refreshing and revitalizing fragrance. Eucalyptus can help awaken your senses, which can allow for deeper breathing and an overall more relaxing experience in the shower. If that isn’t your vibe, this essential oil spray also comes in other scents like lavender, douglas fir & peppermint, and “dream.”

This clever mattress lifter tool features a sturdy handle with an angled wedge that you can slip beneath your bed to raise it up to make changing the sheets easier. It can hold up to 1,000 pounds and help reduce the pressure on your back and knees from lifting up the mattress yourself, making you officially one step closer to hospital corners in every room.

Add whimsy to even the most boring household essentials with this dish brush. The head is functional, durable nylon bristles with a scraper head, but the back looks like an explosive, colorful flower. This dish brush has a handy home by your sink — the included vase holder.

This lip oil will go on smoothly and look like it was made for you — because it is. The unique formula interacts with your body’s pH levels to turn to the perfectly kissable shade of pink. Beyond the personalized tint, this lip oil is nice and nourishing with a blend of jojoba oil, shea butter, and avocado oil.

If you want to add a little pizazz to your car, check out these headrest hooks. They’re sturdy and useful — just hook them on the metal rod of your headrest and use them to hold up to 44 pounds of purses, umbrellas, shopping bags, etc. But they’re also so fancy looking with a totally bedazzled end that comes in a bunch of colors.

The design of this water bottle is what makes it absolutely brilliant: it’s thin and flat so it better fits inside your purse or backpack. The 13-ounce bottle is made of BPA-free plastic with a leakproof lid and a textured plastic cover that feels good while you hold it. It even has a built-in hanging hook to hold or attach to the outside of a bag.

This cherry-shaped toilet brush is a fabulous example of how everyday items don’t need to be boring. The brush itself is made of thick and dense nylon bristles that store inside the base of the juicy cherry. And it has a long stem-looking handle that is easy to hold and has a hanging hook on the end to mount it on a wall.

Made of absorbent diatomite stone, this mat comes in two pieces to fit neatly around your faucet and absorb any splashed water to keep your counter clean. It has a nonslip and textured surface that’s great for holding soap, sponges, and brushes. Plus, it dries nearly instantly to prevent granite or caulk from deteriorating and mold from growing.

Take your toothpicks out of that flimsy box and put them in this handy dispenser. Inside, there’s a compartment that can hold dozens and dozens of toothpicks, and on the outside, there’s a little bird who, when pressed down, grabs one from the dispenser. It’s beyond charming and functional, to boot.

This electric lunch box can plug into a traditional wall outlet or your car’s 12-volt outlet to pre-heat your meal-prepped lunch so it’s ready to eat when you are — no microwave needed. It features a stainless steel container inside that can be removed for easy cleaning. It even comes with a small plastic container for sides and a carrying case.

You may think of bananas as slippery, but this fruit-shaped door stopper is durable, nonslip, and sturdy — so it can perform as its meant to. It works on almost every type of flooring, and its slightly sloped design means it can prop open doors that are 0.1 to 1 inch high off the floor.

All you have to do is add your favorite scented wax to the top of this wood grain box, and as it warms up the wax it can fill your home with an amazing scent. This wax warmer lets off a flame light effect that sets a warm and expensive tone that instantly elevates your space. And it operates so quietly and with four timer settings, so you can use it while you’re sleeping.

This hanger features eight tiers that are great for storing bras and tank tops vertically to save a ton of space in your closet. Each tier has a sturdy metal construction with rubber-tipped ends to prevent your clothes from tearing or ripping. Plus, it’s designed so you can remove each item of clothing individually.

This three-in-one cutting board is one of those all-in-one kitchen tools that everyone should have. It’s a collapsible colander that comes with a cutting board, and graters that you insert into the board for shredding, slicing, waffling, mashing, and shredding your produce. That means you can wash and prep all your veggies in one surface, making this great for camping, RVs, and small kitchens.

This digital alarm clock has a cool reflective screen that not only displays the time but can also be used as a mirror. It has three brightness levels, night dimming mode, and a snooze mode that you can program for anywhere from five to 60 extra minutes. And the display is large and easy to read.

This page turner can be clipped to the side of your e-reader or tablet and controlled with a remote so you can swipe to the next page basically hands-free. Plus it can also be used to remotely control your phone if you want to take pictures from far away. It charges via USB and can be used for over three hours at a time.

Place your bowl or plate on top of this caddy, put it in the microwave, and when it’s ready you can use the handles to carry it out so you don’t burn yourself. It’s larger than your dishware and has raised edges so it can catch any spills that fall off the side. It even has a hole in the center to hold bowls without shaking them.

These pimple patches are lined with salicylic acid and tea tree oil to suck out unwanted pus and reduce redness in four to eight hours. Unlike other pimple patches, these come in three cute shapes: pink hearts, purple flowers, and blue clouds to add a little fun to your skincare routine. These shapes also can make it easier to fit these patches around your nose and in other tough spots.

Great for anyone regularly working with knives or dangerous tool, these cut-resistant gloves protect your hands from cut and scrapes while you’re working. They even have stainless steel reinforced tips on the three most commonly cut fingers — thumb, forefinger, and middle finger — for extra protection.

The brilliance in these antibacterial sheets of soap is that all you have to do is add water, and they lather up and clean you up anywhere. There are 100 sheets in each packet, and they’re a must-have for hiking, camping, work, traveling, and more. They’re suitable for all skin types and are made with plant extracts.

This shower mat is made of hollow, braided PVC material similar to a loofah that offers you a nonslip surface to give you comfortable support in the shower without blocking normal draining patterns. It doesn’t use suction cups so it’s easy to remove to dry. It comes in a ton of cool patterns and shapes to choose from.

This charger plugs into your car’s 12-volt socket and features retractable USB-C and lighting cables that you can pull out up to 31.5 inches when you need them to keep your devices charged and ready without cluttered wires everywhere. It also has a USB and USB-C port to use cords you already have.

Where this soap dish shines is in its design. Not only does it have a gorgeous finish and a leaf shape, but when placed directly over the sink, it has a 45-degree angle to self drain and keep the mess off your countertop. It comes in a few different colors and offers a creative twist on a normal household object.

If you’re looking for something to occupy your hands while you’re watching TV or trying to focus, this sensory board is everything. All you have to do is stick in and peel out the strings in the silicone board, and you can twist them any way you’d like. It’s reusable virtually endlessly and even comes with a carrying case so you can take it with you anywhere.

This scalp massager features fine, cone-shaped plastic bristles that comb hair and deep clean your roots as well as short silicone bristles that massage your scalp and remove dandruff. It comes with a cap you can put on the side you’re on using and a hanging loop to store it in your shower.

Add some personality and some fresh fragrance to your car with this air freshener. The exterior is a crocheted pouch available in five succulent-inspired designs. Inside, there’s a 12-milliliter glass bottle with a wooden cap and absorbent stick so you can add in your favorite essential oils so your car smells fantastic no matter how many fries you eat on your commute.

It’s insane how inexpensive this toaster is considering its revolutionary slim design saves so much space without sacrificing utility. The monochrome design looks very upscale, but the toaster has practical features like six shade settings and an easy-to-remove crumb tray that slides out to clean and avoid a built-up of crumbs.

This clever lock attaches to two zippers then twists and clasps to lock the zippers together. This way you can wear a backpack or carry a purse while you’re traveling or walking around a bustling city without worrying about someone opening your bag without your permission. Plus, it’s easy to unlock when you’re ready.

These stackers have a one-size-fits-all design that securely attaches to two mugs so you can place one on top of the other to save you a ton of space in your cabinets. It has an adjustable fit to secure to the size of that mug’s mouth and has raised edges to keep them from toppling over. Plus, you can also use it for other cups and glasses.

This loofah towel is stretchy and extra long so you can use it to clean every part of your body — from your feet to your back to your shoulder blades. It has a rip-resistant woven texture that exfoliates to scrub away dirt, oil, dead skin, and more. It’s great to use before and after shaving to help reduce ingrown hairs.

This plastic ladder-style organizer holds batteries and automatically dispenses them one by one in a first-in-first out design. It can stand in your cabinet or be mounted to the wall and is stackable with other ladders. It comes in different sizes for all kinds of batteries from AAAA to 9V.

These decorative bookends that make it look like squishy, adorable ducklings are holding up all your favorite reads. They’re made of high-quality resin that are guaranteed to make a splash on your bookshelf. And they have a nonslip bottom to prevent them from scratching your surfaces.

What makes this hair thickening spray brilliant is that it has an incredibly lightweight formula that won’t leave residue, build-up, or weigh down your locks like sea salt sprays can. It’s packed with vitamins and minerals, sprays evenly, and can be used on the roots and ends to add volume and texture.

This mini whiteboard can sit on your desk at an ergonomic angle to write down all your meetings, reminders, and random notes. It’s easy to write on and even easier to wipe clean. The set comes with an eraser, a pen holder, and four pens in black, blue, red, and green. And it has a nonslip mat on the bottom so it stays put.

This makeup brush holder has an astonishing 4.9-star rating on Amazon, because it 100% delivers on its promise. It has a cool sugar skull-inspired design etched into the resin material, which is sturdy and easy to clean. It comes in four cool colors ranging from gothic black to trendy iridescent.

This best-selling gel cleaner is tough on all those mold stains that linger in your washing machine seal, dishwasher seal, grout, toilet rim, tub caulking, and more. Simply apply the gel, let it rest for up to five hours, use a damp cloth to wipe away the gel, and there you have it — sparkling clean and mold-free surfaces.

This tumbler is made from durable glass that can stand up to even boiling water, making it great for your morning coffee or tea. But there’s no need to worry — even if your drink of choice is piping hot, the cozy sweater and scarf this tumbler is rocking are actually a heat-resistant silicone sleeve to keep your hands comfortable, and that hat lid is totally leakproof.

These refrigerator magnets are shaped like unique little succulents in cute rock-filled planters to not only keep photos, reminders, and schedules on your refrigerator but look good while doing it. They come with four different plant-inspired designs and use a strong magnets to stay put on your fridge or locker.

This trash can holds 2.4 gallons and can hang off the side of your kitchen cabinet or drawer so it’s easy to just slide food scraps into while you’re meal prepping. It has a metal hook to hang but can also be installed with adhesive tape. Plus, the lid can open two ways — it can slide down the side to keep the bin open or be flipped up to quickly add something inside.

Create an explosion of light in your home, porch, or garden with these crystal sun catchers. They come in a set of six that each feature a different shapes and designs inspired by the stars, sun, and moon. The crystals reflect the sun to present unique and beautiful colors. They can be hung on the wall or from the ceiling.

Elevate your bathroom countertop by keeping your mouthwash in this fancy dispenser. It holds 25 ounces of liquid and has a clear design so you can see when it’s time for a refill at a glance. It has a pump-style design and features a built-in cup holder with eight disposable paper cups to drink out of.

Get your linen closet in order with these absolutely brilliant bed sheet organizers. Fold up the fitted sheet, flat sheet, and pillowcases and put them inside this organizer, then add the size to the label so you always know what set of sheets goes to which bed. Plus, there’s a little viewing window so you can see what sheets are inside.