Without A Doubt, The 65 Strangest & Cleverest Finds Under $25 On Amazon
These online finds are so bizarre yet so handy.
As a shopping writer, I’m aware that there are a lot of weird things on Amazon. But, with experience, I’ve learned that not all bizarre products should be written off — some of them are totally genius. I’ve compiled a list of 65 of the strangest and cleverest finds on Amazon that’ll make you do a double take, but if you keep an open mind, they’ll quickly become your favorite purchases. Oh, and they’re easy to add to your cart because everything on this list is under $25.
01These Duster Mop Slippers That Lift Away Dust & Hair As You Walk
Wear these microfiber slippers around your home because they’ll pick up dust, hair, and fur off of your floor without much effort. You can wear them barefoot or over shoes, but you can also use them on a mop to or your hands to clean windows and other surfaces around your home. They’re absorbent and easy to clean — just pop them in your washing machine.
02A Set Of Anti-Static Cooling Pillowcases With A Double-Sided Design
These pillowcases are designed with two sides — one side features special fibers that absorb body heat to keep you cool and the other is made of pure cotton. The cooling side is perfect for hot sleepers or warmer weather and the cotton side is great year round. Their silky, smooth texture prevents static and friction, so they’re gentle on your skin and hair.
03This Round Lettuce Chopper With Serrated Nylon Blades
This round lettuce chopper is designed with a comfortable handle and scissor-like, nylon blades that allow you to cut edges of your greens to prevent browning and wilting with a single motion. You can even chop lettuce and toppings in a bowl — just rock it back and forth for a cafe-worthy salad.
04This Painless Facial Hair Remover With Over 98,000 5-Star Ratings
If you’re looking for a painless alternative to plucking or waxing unwanted facial hair, this battery-operated facial hair remover is it. All you have to do is press a button and move it around in circular motions. Hair is collected inside, and it’s easy to empty for a no-mess experience. It features 18-karat gold plating and an LED light. And, since it’s about the size and appearance as a tube of lipstick, it’s discreet and easy to travel with.
05A Huge Pack Of Disposable Steaming Eye Masks That Are So Soothing
These steam eye masks can help reduce eye fatigue and dry eyes or simply help you to relax after a long day. The best part? They can be used on-the-go because they heat up automatically once they’re opened — no microwave needed. They’re made with a breathable woven fabric that’s comfy and they’re designed with soft elastic ear hooks for the perfect fit.
06This Stainless Steel Lash Comb With Bestseller Status
After you apply your favorite mascara, use this lash comb for the perfect finishing touch. It’s designed with a fine-tooth stainless steel comb to separate lashes and remove clumps or excess product. It features a long handle that’s slightly bent to make it easy to use and comes with a cap so you can store or travel with it easily.
07These Color-Changing Night-Lights With 3 Brightness Levels
Choose between eight vibrant colors, soft white, or color changing mode with these night-lights. Each one in this pack of two features three brightness levels and has a sensor that turns it on when it’s dark and off when it’s bright. It provides just the right amount of light so you can see in the dark without disrupting your sleep.
08These Unique Fuzzy Ball Towels That Are Stylish Yet Absorbent
These fuzzy towels look a bit shaggy and strange, but they’re remarkably absorbent, and the design allows them to get in between your fingers to dry your hands quickly. They’re made with a sponge-like chenille material that’s soft and feels great against your skin. Oh, and they include adhesive hooks so you can hang them on your wall.
09This Makeup Brush Cleaner & Dryer With 8 Sizes Of Rubber Collars
Clean your makeup brushes quickly and easily with this electric brush cleaner. It includes eight collars in different sizes so you’ll be able to attach various brushes to the spinner. Just fill the included bowl with your favorite makeup cleaner (or soap and water). Then, press the button on the spinner to clean your brushes. It can also be used to dry brushes quickly — just lift brushes up in the bowl and allow them to spin dry.
10This Rust-Resistant Knife That Curls Butter For Easy Spreading
Spreading cold button on toast is difficult — until now. This stainless steel knife is designed with a serrated edge to cut butter and tiny slots that curl butter into small ribbons so that it’s easier to spread on food. It can also be used to cut cheese and to shave chocolate. It’s durable and rust-resistant.
11A Handy Electric Lighter That’s Smoke-Free, Odorless & Windproof
You’ll never want to go back to matches or a traditional lighter after using this electric lighter. Not only will you never have to worry about refilling it with lighter fluid, but it’s also smoke-free, odorless, and windproof. It’s also flameless so it won’t burn your fingers. Plus, its long design allows you to get into hard-to-reach areas like candle jars.
12This Glass Pickle Jar That Flips Over For Easier, Cleaner Grabbing
Say goodbye to awkward, wet fingers every time you want a pickle or olive. This clever borosilicate glass and BPA-free plastic jar has two chambers. Keep the pickles and their juices together in the large 23-ounce container. When it’s time for a little snack, flip this bad boy over and watch the juice drain into the 10-ounce chamber so you can grab the pickle of your dreams easily and without any excess juice.
13These UV Protection Gloves For Nail Lamps That Are Super Stretchy
Wear these anti-UV gloves to protect your hands from nail lamps during your manicure. They block 99% of harmful UV rays to protect your hands from sunburn and premature aging that can be caused by exposure to UV lights. They cover your hands but allow your nails to be exposed so you can still get your nails painted and cured. They’re soft, breathable, lightweight, and stretchy so they can be used for activites beyond manis.
14These Adjustable Sheet Straps With Tear-Free Stainless Steel Clips
Help your fitted sheet stay on your mattress with these genius bed sheet straps. They’re stretchy, flexible, and adjustable. They feature stainless steel metal clips that secure your sheet without damaging it. Not only will they keep your sheet in place, you can adjust the tension so your sheet will fit tight for a smooth and seamless look.
15This Adhesive UV Flashlight That Helps Spot Hidden Stains
With the included adhesive mount, you can attach this UV light directly on a bottle of your favorite cleaner so you can spot stains and spray right away. It will make urine and stains glow so you know where you need to clean. Its compact size also makes it easy to carry with you so.
16This Microwave Egg Maker That Cooks Eggs In 45 Seconds
Get breakfast on the table quickly with this microwave egg maker. It can hold up to two eggs. Just place them inside, close the lid, and microwave for about 45 seconds to a minute. Reviewers say the resulting egg is the perfect size for a breakfast sandwich.
17A 50-Pack Of Handy Compressed Facial Sponges With 20,000 5-Star Ratings
Perfect for travel, these compressed facial sponges expand up to 10 times their size when wet. They also become soft and gentle when they’re wet, so they’re great for washing your face, exfoliating, and removing makeup. They’re reusable and can last weeks with daily use, and when you’re done, they’re biodegradable because they’re made of 100% natural cellulose.
18A Freezer Pod With Individual 1-Cup Sections & A Silicone Lid
This freezer pod is perfect for storing soup leftovers or meal prepping. It has four separated sections so you can pop out the perfect serving whenever you want. Each section holds 1 cup of food, so it’s great for soup, sauces, and more. It includes a silicone lid that allows for expansion when freezing which can help prevent messes and freezer burn. There’s even a spot on the lid to label the contents.
19This Portable Cactus Humidifier That’s Ultra-Quiet
Humidifiers don’t have to look boring or like an eyesore, and this cute cactus humidifier proves that. The base looks like a planter pot, and the top looks like a cactus. It’s small enough to take just about anywhere yet holds up to 280 milliliters of water. According to the brand, it can moisturize air to prevent chapped skin and to help you breathe better. Plus, it features one-touch operation and is really quiet so it won’t disturb you while you sleep.
20These Highly Rated Ceiling Fan Pull Chains That Are Distinguishable
If you’re tired of pulling the wrong chain, you’ll love these ceiling fan chains that are designed to make it easier for your to tell them apart. One features a bulb, and the other has a fan charm on the end so you can distinguish between the two chains without having to guess. You can adjust their lengths, and shoppers mentioned that they’re easy to install, sturdy, and stylish. Oh, and they have a near-perfect 4.8-star rating.
21This Indoor Plug-in Fly Trap Designed With A UV LED Light
I cannot recommend this plug-in fly trap enough. When plugged in, it emits a blue-ish UV LED light that attracts flying insects. The insects get stuck on the sticky trap that’s hidden from view so guests won’t see them. I tried so many products before, and this just works the best to get rid of flies and bugs.
22This 4-Point Eyebrow Pencil That Creates Hair-Like Strokes
If you want your brows to look fuller or if you want to achieve a different shape, consider this eyebrow pen that’s designed with four points. It can help you create realistic strokes that look like real hair. It’s waterproof and long-lasting. It also includes three eyebrow stencils and an eyebrow razor for a more precise look.
23This Best-Selling Extra Strength Callus Remover Gel That Hydrates Feet
Get salon-quality results at home and achieve softer, smoother, and more moisturized feet with this best-selling callus remover gel. This extra-strength formula can remove dead, rough, dry skin and calluses within minutes. It also hydrates skin, leaving your feet feeling soft and rejuvenated. Oh, and it has over 36,000 five-star ratings, so you can trust that it works.
24This Easy-To-Use Window Track Cleaning Kit For Tight Spaces
This window track cleaning kit allows you to get into hard-to-reach areas, tight spaces, and small crevices like window sills, door tracks, blinds, car vents, and more. This set includes three clamps to hold sponges, four sponges, and two multipurpose cleaning brushes. One reviewer wrote, “I have struggled for years cleaning the tracks on my sliding glass windows. I am so glad to find a product that makes cleaning the tracks so much easier.”
25This Popular Jar & Can Opener Kit That’s Easy To Use
This jar and can opener kit includes a bottle opener that can be used to open various kinds of bottle tops and lids like bottle caps and soda cans. It also comes with a jar opener that can accommodate various jar lids in different sizes. It’s easy to use and is perfect for anyone who has a hard time opening bottles and jars. Plus, both tools don’t take up much space in your drawer.
26The Cult-Favorite Moisturizing Foot Cream That Isn’t Greasy
If your feet are dry and cracked, consider this popular foot cream that has over 62,000 five-star ratings. It instantly boosts moisture levels, prevents moisture loss, and creates a protective layer on your skin’s surface. Although it’s hydrating, it’s not greasy. Plus, it’s unscented and hypoallergenic.
27This Durable Grocery Bag Carrier That Can Hold Up To 100 Pounds
If you like to just make one trip when unloading groceries from your car into your home, you’ll want this grocery bag carrier. It’s designed to hold multiple bags and it allows equal weight distribution so they’re easier for you to carry. It can also be used to carry paint cans, sports equipment, and more up to a whopping 100 pounds. It features comfortable gel padding that cushions your shoulders or hands.
28This Magnetic Car Visor Sunglasses Holder That’s Made With Soft Leather
Put an end to misplacing your sunglasses with this car visor sunglasses holder. It easily snaps onto your car’s visor so you’ll have a designated spot for sunnies. It’s made with soft, durable leather that won’t damage your glasses. And, it can accommodate different glasses — just place thick-legged sunglasses at the bottom and thin-footed glasses toward the center.
29This Unique, Rechargeable Duck Lamp That’s Squishy
This portable lamp is rechargeable so you can move it from room to room. It looks like a duck lying on its side, and it’s satisfyingly squishy. You can tap it to adjust the brightness and it has a 30-minute timer so it’ll automatically shut off. Oh, and the feet double as a phone stand.
30This Popular Rinse Out Hair Treatment That Takes Just 8 Seconds
If you can spare just eight seconds, this rinse out hair treatment can transform your hair. It can help your hair look shinier and feel smoother and softer without weighing it down thanks to the fan-favorite ingredient lamellar water. It’s free of silicones, sulfates, and dyes. According to the brand, it can be used on all hair types and textures. Just so you know: It has over 28,000 five-star ratings.
31These Wooden Bunny Tongs That Are Perfect For Your Toaster
Use these wooden tongs to lift food out of your toaster so you won’t burn your fingers. They’re designed to look like a bunny with super long ears, so they’re fun yet functional. They’re made of heat-resistant beech wood, and shoppers confirm that they’re sturdy and well-made.
32This K-Beauty Clay Mask With Carbonated Bubbles
This carbonated clay mask has been popular on social media for a while now because it expands and creates foamy bubbles on your face. Not only does it look really cool, it gently massages pores to exfoliate your skin and to remove unwanted blackheads. Reviewers mentioned that it’s gentle and leaves their skin feeling soft, and it’s a fan-favorite with over 11,00 five-star reviews.
33A Popular Nail & Cuticle Pen With Vitamin E & Jojoba Oil
This nail and cuticle oil pen is formulated with vitamin E, jojoba oil, extra virgin olive oil, retinol, and more to moisturize dry cuticles and brittle nails. It comes in a convenient pen with a brush tip so it’s easy to apply. Plus, it’s compact enough to fit in your pocket or purse so you can take it with out just about anywhere.
34These Brightening Under-Eye Masks With Green Tea & Hyaluronic Acid
Reduce unwanted puffiness, bags, dark circles, or swelling under your eyes with these popular under-eye masks. They provide a cooling sensation and hydration to make your skin look rejuvenated — especially if you store them in the fridge. It’s all thanks to skin-loving ingredients like green tea to reduce unwanted puffiness, rosemary leaf to brighten, and hyaluronic acid to lock in moisture.
35This Sneaker Laundry Bag That Attaches To The Door Of Your Dryer & Washer
If you’ve ever cleaned sneakers in your washing machine, you’re familiar with the frustrating tumbling noise. Well, that’s a thing of the past with this sneaker laundry bag that’s designed with elastic straps so it can attach to the door of your washer and dryer. It prevents your sneakers from spinning so they won’t make noise or damage your machine, but they’ll still get nice and clean.
36This Fan-Favorite Bronzing Lotion That’s Also So Moisturizing
This lotion is technically called “glotion,” because it adds a subtle sun-kissed hue to your skin that truly makes you look like you’re glowing. Beyond adding a shimmery tint, this lotion is packed with hydrating ingredients like shea butter and glycerin, which help to keep your skin so soft and smooth.
37These Stretchy Pods That Keep Your Produce Fresher For Longer
Cut produce can be hard to store — plastic wrap is just ineffective — but this food saver pod makes it a breeze. It comes in a variety of sizes and shapes (avocado, tomato, onion, and lemon). The BPA-free plastic and silicone work together to keep your veggies and fruits from bruising, picking up odors from the fridge, or oxidizing.
38This Viral Eye Gel That Brightens & De-Puffs
These eye gel is a certified viral favorite on Amazon, with bestseller status and over 40,000 units sold in the last month. A lot of it is thanks to its budget-friendly price, but it also has powerhouse ingredients like propanediol, hyaluronic acid, and caffeine, which work together to brighten, tighten, and de-puff sensitive under-eye skin to make you look wide-eyed and bushy tailed.
39A Clear Acrylic Calendar & Memo Board That Comes With 8 Markers
This acrylic calendar and memo board can help you get organzied by keeping your schedule, to-do list, grocery list, etc. in a highly accessible place, like on the fridge. Each piece comes with six strong magnets on the back to stay firmly put. Unlike other acrylic calendars, this one comes with the days of the week labeled, so you can still swap out the month without writing out the days for a more aestheic look. As a bonus, this set comes with eight markers.
40This Popular Electric Scrubber That’s Water-Resistant
Use this water-resistant power scrubber to clean tight spaces or small gaps and crevices like in between tiles, around faucets, stove tops, and more. The oscillating head spins 60 times per second, and it’s two times faster than manual scrubbing so you can speed through cleaning without a lot of effort. Not only is it great for cleaning around your home, but it can also be used to clean your sneakers, grill, car trim, and more.
41A Set Of Fast-Drying Microfiber Hair Towel Wraps That Are So Soft & Gentle
If you’re looking for an alternative to blow drying your hair, consider these microfiber hair towel wraps that reduce friction and frizz. Each one absorbs more than 10 times its weight in water to help your hair dry faster compared to traditional towels. Plus, it stays on your head so you can do your makeup, get dressed, or move around without it slipping off.
42A 2-Pack Of Car Seat Gap Fillers With Storage Space For Essentials
Put an end to items falling in the gap between your seat and your car’s center console with these car seat gap fillers. Not only will they prevent things from falling under your seat, but unlike other gap fillers, these have enough storage space so you can keep your essentials like your phone, sunglasses, wallet, and keys nearby.
43These 2-In-1 Tongue Brush & Scrapers With Nonslip Handles
These tongue brush and scraper tools makes it easy for you to clean your tongue to remove build up that can cause breath to not be as fresh as you’d like. They’re designed with a round head that features a brush on one side and a scraper on the other. They have nonslip, ergonomic handles, and the flat shape of the brush head minimizes gag reflex.
44These Super Absorbent Dishcloths That Replace 15 Rolls Of Paper Towels Each
According to the brand, each of these dishcloths can replace absorb up to 20 times their weight in liquid and replace up to 15 rolls of paper towels — so they’re great for the environment and your wallet. They’re perfect for a variety or surfaces and cleaning tasks because they’re soft when wet and gritty when dry. And don’t worry, they’re resistant to odor.
45This Magnetic Phone Car Mount & Charger That Can Be Installed 2 Different Ways
This phone mount and charger can be installed two different ways. It can be attached to an air vent or mounted on your dashboard. Unlike similar mounts, this one is designed with intelligent heat management that allows you to charge devices as quickly as MagSafe Chargers. It has a powerful magnetic, non-slip silicone ring that keeps your phone securely in place. With just one hand, you can switch between portrait or landscape orientation.
46This Vitamin C & Hyaluronic Serum That Reviewers Love
Formulated with vitamin C, hyaluronic acid, ferulic acid, and d-Alpha tocopheryl, this serum can even out your skin tone and make your complexion look brighter, which is a win-win. Shoppers mentioned that it made their skin glow and it’s hydrating, so it should be no shocker that it has 15,000 five-star reviews.
47These Colorful Fridge Mats That Are Waterproof & Washable
Place these fridge mats on the shelves of your fridge catch spills and messes. They’re easy to cut so you can get the right size for your needs. They’re textured to keep things from rolling around yet waterproof and easy to clean — just wipe or wash. They can also be used in cabinets, drawers, and pantries to protect surfaces.
48A Set Of Best-Selling Headrest Hooks That Can Hold 55 Pounds
Place these headrest hooks in your car so you can have storage space for your purse, grocery bags, coats, and more. They’ll clear up room on your seats or floors and prevent items from falling or tumbling while you drive. They’re sturdy and can hold a whopping 55 pounds. Plus, they are easy to install and rotate 360 degrees so you can switch them to face the front or back seat or tuck them under your headrest when they’re not in use.
49This Popular Derma Roller That Promotes Glowing Skin
This derma roller has over 19,000 five-star ratings, and shoppers confirm that it’s easy to use and despite 540 tiny titanium needles, it doesn’t hurt. It can be used on your face to help your skin look brighter and more rejuvenated, especially when paired with a vitamin C serum.
50A 4-Pack Of Adhesive Rug Grips That Prevent Slipping & Curling
Rugs that are curled are an eyesore and a hazard, and that’s where these rug corner grips come in handy. They attach easily to the corners of rugs with adhesives to keep rugs in place and flat, yet you can still lift your rugs and clean under them. They feature renewable sticky gel that can be refreshed with rubbing alcohol. Although they bond to your floors, they don’t leave behind residue.
51A Set Of Chic Satin Pillowcases That Are Gentle & Cool
Unlike traditional pillowcases, these satin pillowcases feature a smooth texture that prevents friction, so they’re gentler on your skin and hear. In other words, your hair is less likely to get frizzy and your face won’t get those awkward red marks in the morning. These pillowcases are also cool to the touch. Beyond feeling great, they also look so luxurious.
52This Popular Pumice Stone Scrubber That Cleans Without Chemicals
With just water, this pumice stone can easily remove stains, grime, dirt, and build-up from tile, toilets, tubs, sinks, and more. Although it’s tough on messes, it won’t scratch your surfaces. Plus, it includes a vented case for drying. One reviewer said, “I was able to remove stains on porcelain that had resisted all other efforts for years.”
53This Hand Shielding Lotion That Protects & Restores Dry Hands
This long-lasting hand lotion can provide four to 12 hours of protection — it even lasts through hand washing. It locks in moisture yet it’s non-greasy. It can provide relief for dry, cracked skin and leave you with softer, smoother skin. According to the brand, it’s great for sensitive skin.
54This Cult-Favorite Fabric Shaver With 3 Blade Distance Settings
Remove lint and fuzz from clothing and fabric furniture with this popular fabric shaver that has a staggering amount of five-star ratings — 89,000, to be exact. It features three blade distance settings so you can adjust it for various fabrics. It’s cordless so you don’t have to worry about a wire getting in your way or having to stay close to an outlet. Plus, it collects lint in a detachable collector that’s easy to empty.
55These Gel Heel Sleeves That Keep Your Feet Soft Yet Comfy
These heel sleeves are lined with a comfy gel that’s infused with aloe vera, jojoba oil, and grapeseed oil to keep your feet soft and smooth — and they’re even better when paired with your favorite lotion. They’re softening yet will keep your feet cool as you wear them with the breathable mesh material and open toe design.
56This Reviewer-Loved Tub Drain Hair Catcher That Helps Prevent Clogs
Other drain covers go over your drain and eventually they block the flow of water when they collect too much hair. But, this popular drain hair catcher is different. It’s designed to go directly into your drain, and its shape allows hair to wrap around the cylinder so water can still pass through easily. Plus, you won’t have to see all the hair collected until you’re ready to empty it. It’s effective yet simple, which is why it has over 45,000 five-star ratings.
57This 6-Pocket Bedside Storage Organizer That’s Easy To Install
Just place the insert on this organizer under your mattress to install it on the side of your bed. It is designed with one large and one small cloth pocket and four smaller mesh pockets, so you can have an area for your devices, remotes, and other small accessories without needing a shelf. It can also be placed under your cushion to use it on your couch.
58These Soft Seat Belt Covers With Over 11,000 5-Star Ratings
While seat belts are important and necessary for our safety, they can feel uncomfortable, especially during long drives. These soft seat belt covers are designed to provide some cushioning so your seat belt won’t dig into your skin. They fold over most seat belts and stay put with Velcro. They can even be used on backpack or purse straps.
59These Durable Mesh Laundry Bags With 58,000 5-Star Ratings
Made of durable mesh that’s highly permeable, these laundry bags are designed to protect your delicates in the washer and dryer. This pack includes five laundry bags in different sizes, and each one features auto-locking zippers that will not open in the laundry. Shoppers confirm that they’re sturdy and are thrilled that they prevent clothing from snagging or getting damaged.
60A 2-Pack Of Clever Beauty Spatulas That Help You Get *Every* Drop Of Product
These beauty spatulas allow you to get into jars, bottles, and narrow containers so you can get every drop of product out. They’re great for moisturizer, shampoo, lotion, foundation, and more. They feature long handles with flexible silicone rubber tips so you can reach into containers and scrape corners. You’ll save money because you’ll no longer waste an ounce of your favorite beauty products. This set includes two spatulas in different lengths.
61This 5-Blade Food Masher That’s Made Of Heat-Resistant Nylon
Easily mash meat, potatoes, and other soft foods with this popular food masher. It’s designed with five nylon blades that are heat-resistant up to 450 degrees, BPA-free, and safe to use with all cookware. The blades are angled so they can also be used to stir and scrape the sides of bowls and pots. Oh, and it’s dishwasher-safe.
62This Bendable Neck Reading Light With A Near-Perfect Rating
This neck reading light has so many five-star ratings, it might seem shocking until you get familiar with all of the great features it has. It’s bendable, so you can adjust the beams in various ways. It fits comfortably around your neck, and it’s lightweight. It features six brightness levels and three color options. It can also last up to 80 hours on a single charge depending on the settings your choose.
63These Easy-To-Install Shower Shelves That Can Support 40 Pounds Each
Place these shelves in your shower so you can have ample storage space for your products. They’re easy to install with the included adhesives — no tools required. Each basket can support up to 40 pounds, and each shelf has four built-in hooks so you can hang items, so they can hold a lot. They drain quickly and are resistant to rust. Need more convincing? They have over 11,000 five-star ratings and a 4.7-star rating overall.
64This Best-Selling Measuring Spoon Set That Nest Together With Magnets
What makes these measuring spoons different is that they’re magnetic, and they nest together so they’re easier to store and are less likely to get lost. Plus, they feature dual ends, one side is more narrow so they can fit into small spice jars, and the other is wider and ideal for liquids. They’re made of durable stainless steel and they’re dishwasher-safe. Don’t sleep on these — they have an impressive 4.9-star rating on Amazon.
65This Highly Rated Power Strip With 3 AC Outlets & 4 USB Ports
This sleek power strip is perfect for travel, and since it doesn’t come with surge protection, it’s safe to use on cruise ships. It features three AC outlets and four USB ports so you can charge up to seven devices at the same time. It has a 5-foot long, flat braided cord that’s durable and anti-slip rubber feet to help it stay put.