55 weird things under $20 with incredible Amazon reviews

“Best kitchen brush ever!!” wrote one reviewer of this cute, doll-like dish brush that sits next to the sink, looking more like decor than the serious dish-cleaning tool it is. “I have bought over 10 of these for myself and as gifts. They are well-made, durable, and extremely cute!!” Choose from four looks.

Turn all your most-used charger cords into a tidy, easy-to-find collection in the dark with this cord wrap that glows in the dark. It is weighted so your cords won’t slip off your desk or bedside table, and up to six cords snap into it. Feel free to set it right at the edge of the table and turn that snarl into a tidy package.

You will never have to hunt for a pen again once you attach one of these mini permanent markers to your key chain. It’s the same Sharpie you always reach for, but rendered in a smaller, portable design that attaches to a ring. “I wear one on my badge,” wrote one reviewer. “Having a Sharpie available is vital to my job. Great purchase!” This is a pack of four in four different colors.

Clip these tiny Crocs to the vents on your dashboard and fill them with the included air freshener discs. They’ll slowly diffuse fresh scents into your car to keep everything smelling good, and they are such a conversation starter. This pack comes with four in four different bright colors, but they also come in Converse-inspired styles.

Instead of loading a pill organizer with pills, use this stick-on pill tracker to keep track of which pills you have taken and which you have not. Stick it onto the container your pills came in and flip the switch when you swallow your meds. You will never double-dose yourself by accident, and you don’t have to count pills once a week.

Flushable wipes are something of a lie. They are handy and make you feel like it’s okay to flush them, yet they will wreak havoc on your plumbing. This toilet paper spray is a better option. Spray your TP and transform that truly flushable paper product into a flushable wipe that won’t cause problems later. It is gentle, effective, and plant-based, and it comes in seven scents and three sizes.

“This RGB mousepad is massive and looks awesome on the desk,” wrote one reviewer. LED lights illuminate the perimeter to create a moody look and to facilitate gaming in a dimly-lit room, while the large work area lets you set all your peripherals on its surface instead of caging your mouse in a tiny square. Push a button to control the lights. It comes in two colors.

If you love a cute dog, you will adore this corgi butt car neck pillow. Rest your head on the soft butt while riding in the passenger seat. Enjoy the cuteness when you are driving. The little feet will get a smile every time you get into the car. An elastic loop holds it securely onto the headrest.

Dusting a ceiling fan is a challenging household chore. You don’t need a ladder, though. You need this long-handled, retractable ceiling fan duster that slides over the blades and traps the dust in its fluffy fibers. Dust won’t rain on your head. The blades will get cleaner than ever. And it’s fast and easy to do. It comes in 15 colors.

No room for a bedside table because the bed is pushed up against the wall? This bedside shelf is the genius solution. It sticks to the wall and provides a place to stash your phone and whatever else you want to keep on hand. “I seriously could not live without this next to my bed!!!” wrote one reviewer.

Transform your interior into an underwater wonderland — without the actual water — by turning on this ocean wave projector light. It’s perfect for bringing ambiance to a soak in the tub or for falling asleep to the relaxing tempo of ocean waves. Choose from 16 colors and six brightness levels with the included remote. “The color selection is great!” wrote one reviewer. “The intensity and movement of the waves are great for a bedroom or bathroom.” It comes in two sizes.

These heart-shaped blind spot mirrors take the terror out of changing lanes. They give you a complete view of what’s in the other lane — even if that vehicle is parking in your blind spot. They stick to the mirror easily. You can adjust the angle. And they look cute. This is a set of two. They come in five shapes.

Create some whimsy in the garden with these bee-shaped solar string lights. Wrap them around the branches of a shrug, tuck them into a flower bed, or fill a jar with them. The solar panel feeds them sunlight so they light up at night. They are cute during the day and magical after dark.

Transform that annoying, messy tube of toothpaste into an easy-to-manage standing tube with this toothpaste roller squeezer. It makes it easy to get the last bit out of the tube and improves the entire process. “They keep you from wasting toothpaste or getting frustrated trying to squeeze it out,” wrote one reviewer. “Pretty perfect, actually.”

If you love your cool-mist humidifier but hate cleaning it, you will love these cleaning fish. The fish are filled with silver ion balls that reduce the calcium and magnesium in your water, so your humidifier runs clean for longer. Just drop the fish into the tank. This is a pack of 12. Choose from three colors.

Whether you pack your lunch to work or school every day or have elevated tastes in spices, this pocket-sized salt and pepper shaker kit will keep your food tasting just the way you like it. The stacking containers hold a small amount of your favorite spice, ready to use wherever you are.

This colony of penguins is here to cook the eggs. Tuck an egg into each belly, and the whole raft of them becomes an adorable egg cooker you can lower into water with the handle. “It makes boiling eggs so easy and fun,” wrote one reviewer. “Lift it straight out of the boiling water and directly into a cold-water bath.” There is also a sloth of bears, if you prefer.

Stick this magnetic hanger organizer to the side of your dryer, and you will always have a hanger within reach when you pull out a freshly laundered shirt. Or turn them sideways, and they become a hook to hang anything from. “Holds empty hangers as well as wet clothes on hangers,” wrote one five-star reviewer. This is a pack of two. They come in three colors.

Why have a bland, white plastic light switch cover when this Star Wars robot is willing to do the job? Unscrew the boring one. Screw this one in, and your life is instantly upgraded. Every Star Wars fan will be thrilled. “Added just the right amount of whimsy for our SW-loving tech team in the office,” wrote one reviewer. Choose from two styles.

This banana door stopper is both a functional way to keep a door from swinging closed and a sight gag. It will call to mind every cartoon banana peel slip every time you see it. Meanwhile, it won’t damage your door or floor — or your toe if you accidentally kick it — because it has soft edges. It’s grippy and effective, too.

Instead of getting all wet when you wash your face, pull on these face washing wristbands to stop the water from running all the way to your elbows. “This is amazing,” wrote one reviewer. “Collects the water and puts it back into the basin. I dry them off when finished. Never leaks. A perfect way to wash my face!” Choose from four colors.

If you have a lot of piercings, you know the agony of waking up after pressing them to a pillow all night. This ear piercing pillow lets you rest your head without traumatizing that fragile piercing. “Being a side sleeper, I really needed this pillow to protect the new piercing,” wrote one reviewer. “It's very comfortable — soft yet supportive. The hole in the middle is perfect.” Choose from 20 colors and patterns.

Keeping your hairbrush clean is so much easier when you have this hairbrush cleaner tool. It gets between the bristles and pulls out all the hair that’s trapped there. Then you can flip it around and use the brush to clean the base of your hairbrush while you run it under water. You will wonder how you managed without this essential tool. It comes in eight colors.

Feel free to write all over textbooks, notebooks, and even your planner with these transparent sticky notes that allow you to see what’s under them. The size is perfect. You can move them around as you study or plan. And this is 300 sheets in six colorful, lined pads. Choose from nine colors.

It is one of the sad facts of modern life that every object you purchase comes with a sticker on it that is absurdly difficult to remove. This Scrigit scraper is the right tool for the job. The plastic point — round on one end and angled on the other — is gentle on your just-purchased item but firm enough to remove the stickiest sticker. The pen shape makes it easy to keep on hand. This is a two-pack.

These hat organizer hangers are just the thing to keep all your ball caps, bags, and other hard-to-store items organized and safe in your closet with the rest of your wardrobe. Each hook can handle up to 10 hats. “Finally! A hat holder that makes sense,” wrote one reviewer. “Easy to get your hats on and off, and you don't have to go digging for your matching color.”

Have you ever emptied your bag onto a table to find the thing you are looking for? This purse light is easier. It hangs from a handle. Give it a squeeze when you are hunting for a pen, lip balm, or another elusive item in your bag, and it will light the interior. A few seconds later, it turns off. It’s handy on a key chain, too, for other times you might need a light.

Accessing an appliance that’s tucked under the counters is awkward. So awkward that it likely affects how often you choose to use that appliance. This appliance slider gets rid of the awkwardness, making it easy to slide it forward and back again. “This thing is so good! Just a light pull, and it rolls right out. Goes back just as easily,” wrote one reviewer. The bamboo looks great in your kitchen, and it comes in six shapes and sizes.

With this hair tie holder clipped to your key chain, bag strap, or any other handy place, you will always be able to find a hair tie when you need one. “A total game-changer for keeping my hair ties neat and within reach!” wrote one reviewer. It comes in three colors, and each one includes three hair ties.

Why not fill your kitchen with beauty? This floral knife set is a complete, sharp, useful set of tools that you will use often. It is also a lovely botanical element that will look pretty on a magnetic knife rack, mounted to the wall. “Exquisite work of art that happens to perform as awesome cutting tools,” wrote one reviewer.

“These simple lobe supports are thin, easy to use, and work very well,” wrote one reviewer. The earlobe support patch goes on the back of your lobe and makes heavy earrings, big studs, and whatever else you want to wear sit securely, however damaged your lobe, without flopping or looking like the earrings are falling out. This is a pack of 60 patches.

Bring these LED glow sticks to outdoor festivities to light your way and make everything more fun. Unlike old-school glow sticks, you can turn these on and off and cycle through 15 colors. “The changing colors option is great and just the right brightness,” wrote one reviewer. “Great for celebrations, or just for fun for the kids.” This is a pack of two.

Every cuppa is much more fun with this umbrella tea infuser on the job of brewing loose tea leaves. When in your mug, it makes for a festive brew. When your brew is perfect, pull it out and stand it in its own umbrella stand where it can drip hot water into a tray. There are four shapes to choose from.

Stick this magnetic Bluetooth speaker to your phone and get the party started. It amplifies everything from music to videos to video calls so you can move around without missing a beat. It acts as a phone stand, too. “I didn’t expect this level of sound!” wrote one reviewer. “Well-balanced treble and bass for $10! The volume is impressive, too.” It comes in black or white.

Why drink a boring cocktail when you can sip some sparkle? “This edible glitter was a huge hit with my four kids for New Year’s Eve. Zero taste, zero calories, and somehow instantly turns any drink into a ‘special occasion.’ Even plain water became sparkling party juice!” wrote one reviewer. Choose from 10 colors.

This artistic wood and glass vase is the perfect place to display some flowers from your garden or a few branches from a favorite tree. The combination of wood, glass, and blooms creates an elegant natural display. “Love the dark wood and love the gray glass!” wrote one reviewer. “It's also nice that it comes apart easily for cleaning.”

Want to keep track of your wallet, phone, passport, or other item? This Bluetooth tracker is a clever way to do it. Slip the tag into your wallet, a pocket in your purse, or your child’s backpack, and you can locate it on your phone or sound its bell to locate it. It uses very little power and will last in that pocket for up to 10 years. Choose from several colors and quantities.

Smudged, cracked, chipped manicure? You do not have to drop a tidy fortune at the beauty parlor or even DIY a redo! Paint some of this instant smudge fix on that blemish, and it will soften your polish to blend it back to perfection. “One of the best manicure products I've ever purchased. It truly works,” wrote one reviewer.

End the irritating, daily hunt for the remote by sticking it to the back of the TV, a wall, or the coffee table with these remote control holder mounts. Peel and stick the base to the wall or furniture. Stick the other side to your remote. Now the remote will cling magnetically to that spot so you can always find it. This is a pack of four, and they come in black or white.

What’s not to love about this adorable and intelligent duck soap dish? It brings farmyard cuteness to the bathroom while keeping the sink area clean and dry. Set your dripping, foamy bar of soap into it after washing your hands, and it spits the water and foam back into the sink.

Add some bling to your everyday water bottle while keeping bugs and other debris from getting into your beverage with these silicone straw toppers. A slide-on leash keeps them attached to the straw so you can pop a lid onto that straw when you want to seal up your beverage. Choose from five shapes and colors.

These self-closing toothpaste caps put a quick end to that mess that keeps showing up on the bathroom vanity because people can’t remember to put the cap back on the tube. Throw the original cap away and replace it with these. They close themselves so nobody has to remember. This is a pack of three. Choose from nine types and colors.

When you grab a mug of tea and head to your favorite place to chill or to wander around your house, garden, or workplace, this elephant cup is the mug to grab. Not only is it cute and good company, but it also has a stash behind its trunk where you can store the tea bag until you are near a trash can.

If your water bottle and coffee tumbler collection is creating a storage mess, add this tumbler lid organizer to your kit. Drop the lids onto the spike after you wash them. Then they are all tidy, easy to locate, and clean without turning an entire drawer into chaos. “Simple, practical, and so much better than the drawer shuffle!” wrote one reviewer.

When it comes to controlling the light coming in through your windows, you are not limited to blinds and curtains. You can transform that window into stained glass more easily and for less money than it takes to hang curtains with this UV resistant window film. And the impact is huge? “I love the rainbows that dance across the floor and walls, giving that underwater, fractured sunlight feeling,” wrote one reviewer. Choose from 11 patterns and three sizes.

This ultra-hydrating color-changing lip balm is a tasty way to turn that dry-lip swipe into an instant glam-up. Your own pH turns it into a shade that flatters you when you apply it, while ceramides and jojoba seed oil nourish and moisturize your kisser. “It’s the only lipstick I use, and I tell all my friends to buy it!” wrote one reviewer. “Incredible color once it’s applied!”

Once you stop to consider how clean the brush you put in your mouth every day is, you will want this UV toothbrush sanitizer case. It uses UV light to kill 99.9% of the germs and bacteria on that brush in just five minutes. It runs on batteries, so you can use it anywhere. It can even double as a travel case.

Just when you have your hair out of your face and tidied into a cute updo, you have to jump in the car, where it hits the seat back so annoyingly that you let your hair down. These flat hair clips let you have your updo and drive, too. “They’re flat against the back of your head, hold THICK hair in place, and nothing is poking into your head to give you a headache!!” said one reviewer. This is an eight-pack, and they come in 22 colors.

Where do you keep the keys to your Batmobile? Hopefully, in this leather bat keychain that is both stylish and practical. It quiets your keys, prevents them from scratching your phone or your leg when they are in your purse or pocket, and easily fits your car key fob as well as the usual house keys. “Super sick!” wrote one reviewer.

This egg organizer is the egg storage solution you have been searching for. Drop the eggs in the top, and they roll into place, ready to grab from the opening in the front. This way, you are always using your oldest eggs up first. Those eggs take up a lot less space, too, since they are stacked in two rows. You can even set things on top of it without making it hard to grab an egg.

Next time you encounter a jar or bottle that defies all your attempts to get it open, you will be glad you tossed this jar opener into your kitchen drawer. It gives you the leverage you need to get the lid off. Fit the lid into the circle it fits in, grab the handle, and turn. There is a hook for levering open pop tops and other types of lid, too. “Best opener I’ve found,” wrote one reviewer. “I cannot believe how well this works.” It comes in five colors.

This weighted eye mask is the fast track to relaxation. The cushions that surround your eyes are filled with microbeads for gentle pressure. It completely blocks out the light. And it is raised so it doesn’t hit your eyelids or lashes. Pull it on, lie down, and find some rest. “I don’t even know how to describe the sheer heaven of this mask,” wrote one reviewer. “I put it on, and it’s like I go into a coma. Best. Eye. Mask. Ever. Pure magic.” It comes in six colors.

Keep a few items safe from the fray of your bag’s interior by tucking them into this self-closing cosmetic bag. “I love these little pouches to corral things in my purse,” wrote one reviewer. They hold — and organize — everything from coins to charger cords to lip balms to jewelry. Each one is a different color, so you can color-code your system. Choose from sets in seven colors and sizes.

Put a bit of love in your next sip by using these heart-shaped straws made of stainless steel. They boost the look of your drink, are easy to wash in the dishwasher, and save the world from disposable plastic straws. “The colors and heart shape are super cute, and they fit perfectly in our Stanley cups,” wrote one reviewer. This is a set of five. They come with a cleaning brush.