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Hear Me Out, These Are The 65 Strangest, Most Clever Things On Amazon Under $25

These unusual Amazon finds are so useful and so cheap.

Written by Amanda Pellegrino
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Hear me out, I love finding hidden gem products on Amazon — things that might seem strange at first, but after a second you realize they might just be the most clever thing you’ve ever seen. You know what I’m talking about — decor must-haves that finally bring personality into your home or organizational hacks that turn that drawer you hate into a useful space you love. Without further ado, here are some of the strangest, most clever things on Amazon. And they’re all under $25.

01A Dry Erase Whiteboard That’s Perfect For Your Desk

This dry erase white board sits in a little stand to give you an ergonomic angle of your to-do list while you’re sitting at your desk. Made of glass, it’s easy to write on and wipe clean — it even comes with four markers and one eraser so you have everything you need to get on top of your to-do list.

02A Hair Identifier & Facial Razor For Silky Smooth Skin

If you want silky smooth skin but don’t know where to start, this hair identifier and razors can do the trick. Simply spray the powder onto your face and it helps reveal peach fuzz (and reduce friction) so you know where you need to shave. Together, these viral products can help create a smooth foundation for your makeup to prevent caking.

03Cloth Fabric Bowl Covers For Bread Or Leftovers

This set of fabric bowl covers come in five different sizes, compatible with bowls from 4 to 12 inches wide. They’re made of a polyester and cotton blend that can keep food fresh and crisp at home or on the go. Use them at home, or while you’re picnicking. They’re also great for proofing bread, if you’re into that.

04Nourishing Lip Scrub That Exfoliates & Primes Lips For Color

Packed with jojoba oil, shea butter, and avocado oil, this easy-to-use lip scrub deeply moisturizes and exfoliates dead skin to leave your lips feeling and looking smooth. It’s great to use alone or before applying balm or lipstick to give yourself a smooth canvas that can hold color and shape for way longer.

05A Freezable Plastic Bag Holder To Turn Bagged Foods Into Blocks

This freezer holder is one of those things you knew you were missing. After adding sauce, soup, or any other liquid you want to freeze into a plastic zip-top bag, simply secure this holder around the bag and it will freeze upright, turning the baggie into an easy-to-store-and-stack block.

06Adorable Porcelain Caps To Cover Your Toilet’s Unsightly Bolts

These porcelain caps are shaped like little turtles, and they fit neatly on top of those gnarly toilet bowl caps that simply are not cute to look at. They don’t require any installation — instead they sit on top of the bolts to cover the grease, rust, and unsightly grime that can sometimes build up in that area.

07Nourishing Strawberry-Scented Hand Cream In A Fitting Container

This hand cream doesn’t just smell like strawberries (thanks to strawberry extract) — it also comes in a cute, quirky strawberry-shaped container, which makes it so fun to break out of your purse. It has a lightweight, non-greasy formula with a shea butter base, so it’s as hydrating as it is adorable.

08A Statuesque Incense Holder Shaped Like A Relaxing Frog

Designed to look like a peaceful, relaxing frog, this sculpture doubles as an incense holder to add some whimsy to your space while filling it with your favorite scent. The frog holds the stick from its mouth and has nice long legs that can help catch falling ash so it doesn’t get all over your tabletop.

09An Adjustable Overflow Drain Cover That Looks Like A Silly Squid

Add up to 4 more luxurious inches of warm water into your bath with the help of this drain cover. It’s made of soft silicone with a rounded design and numerous strong suction cups, so it can fit over even bulky overflow drains. And, unlike dull covers, this one looks like a colorful, quirky octopus.

10Large Clips That Are So Versatile & Durable

These hooks are huge and great for so many different things — use them to hang wet clothes in the laundry room, to dry a bath mat in your tub, or to hold poufs in the shower. They’re made of high-quality plastic so you don’t have to worry about rusting in humid environments, and the inside has gripping teeth to hold your stuff in place.

11Terracotta Discs That Keep Brown Sugar Soft

All you have to do is soak these terracotta discs in water, and then leave them inside your container of brown sugar. They work to keep everything moist so your brown sugar is soft and ready to be used in your favorite baked goods. You can also bake them to dry them out and then use them to keep spices, crackers, and chips extra crispy.

12A Conch Shell Night-Light With A Warm White Glow

Whether you’re decorating your beach house or dreaming of having a beach house one day, this conch shell night-light was made for you. It emits a warm white glow that’s gentle on the eyes in the dark before bed. It’s battery-operated so you can use it anywhere — even on the beach! — and it automatically turns off after six hours to conserve power.

13Invisible Bandages That Help Prevent Blisters From Shoes

These blister bandages are a must-have for anyone who’s ever had a miserable time breaking in new shoes. They’re thin and nearly invisible so they won’t cramp the style of super strappy heels, and they’re water-resistant to avoid sliding around as you go about your day. Plus, they’re packed with hydrocolloid to keep a growing blister dry and painless.

14A Necklace Layering Clasp That Perfectly Holds 3 Pieces

If you’re on-trend and love layering your necklaces but hate having to take them all off individually, check out this clasp. It features three lobster hooks and three closed hooks designed to clasp onto either end of three necklaces, giving you that effortlessly layered look but with only one magnetic center that is easy to remove when it’s time to take it off.

15Individually Wrapped Towels That Expand With Water

These towels come individually wrapped and compressed to the size of a quarter. Simply add water, and they expand to give you a full-sized hand towel that you can use literally anywhere. These are a must-have for traveling, whether you’re freshening up during a layover or at a campsite.

16Leaf-Shaped Watering Funnels For Houseplants

Shaped and colored like leaves, these watering funnels make keeping your plants hydrated easy and mess-free. If you’re tired of spilling everywhere every time you pour water into a pot around your home, just add one of these funnels and it sticks slightly out of the pot while still blending in, giving you an optimal angle to water the soil and keep your space dry.

17A Must-Have Organizer For Your Car’s Sun Visor

This organizer mounts to your car’s sun visor to give you an easily accessible spot to store your must-have items like sunglasses, chargers, cards, parking lot tickets, and more. It’s made of soft faux leather and uses elastic straps to stay put without getting in the way of your vision while you’re driving.

18A Night-Light That Projects A Colorful Galaxy On Your Wall

Why settle for a boring night-light when you can use this one that projects a colorful galaxy of a light show onto your wall every night? It has nine breathtaking effects and 15 static colors to choose from, giving you a ton of choices to set the vibe. It even has a dusk-to-dawn sensor to automatically turn on when you need it.

19A Highly Rated Sheet Pan Scoop With Tapered Sides

If you’re a fan of sheet pan meals like me, this roasting scoop is an essential kitchen utensil. It has a slim front and tapered side walls that allow you to scoop up a ton of meat, veggies, potatoes, etc in one fell swoop. It’s heat-resistant and safe to use on all kinds of cookware without worrying about scratching.

20A Plug-In Bug Catcher That Attracts Them With Light

This plug-in bug catcher uses UV light to attract bugs and trap them on the hidden sticky pad so they’re not flying all over your home. What makes it brilliant is that the sticky pad is in the back so it’s out of sight and out of mind. Plus, it comes with multiple sticky pad refills to keep your space bug-free for a while.

21Shiny, Vitamin E-Infused Lip Crayons With Cute Bunny Caps

These lip crayons give your kisser a shiny, sheer, and suble pink tint that makes them look absolutely fabulous. Better yet, they look fab in your bag, too, thanks to the bunny-shaped caps on top. Though the packaging may be novel, these glosses are still moisturizing thanks to vitamin E.

22Soft Self-Draining PVC Mats To Protect The Bottom Of Your Sink

These soft mats sit neatly on the bottom of your kitchen sink to protect it from scrapes and scratches and add a nice cushioning for dishes when you put them down. They are made of soft PVC material that can be cut to the perfect size and have a holed-out design that doesn’t stop water from draining,

23A Cat Paw Cushion That’s Soft & Supportive

“It’s freaking adorable, the perfect shade of pastel pink, incredibly soft and very comfortable,” one reviewer raved about this paw-shaped cushion. “It adds exactly the amount of needed support for my back and my butt while I spend 40 hours a week sitting in my chair working, and even more gaming.” Yes, despite its too-cute design, this cotton-stuffed paw is super plush and soft, making it the perfect addition to your office, living room, or even floor.

24Lid Organizers That Mount Under Your Kitchen Cabinet

These lid organizers mount to the underside of your kitchen cabinet or shelves, giving you a designated spot to store water bottle and tumbler lids that doesn’t take up any additional space. They can each hold up to five Stanley lids or eight Yeti lids, so you can easily grab the one you want without issue.

25Wrinkle Chest Patches That Reviewers Report Stay On All Night

“Can't live without this product!” one reviewer raved about these chest patches. “I get awful chest wrinkles when I sleep on my side. But when I use this product, I wake up with no chest wrinkles! It is amazing!” They’re designed with medical-grade silicone to adhere securely to your chest, allowing you to sleep on your side without waking up with marks or wrinkles. Plus, they’re reusable so they can save you a little money, too.

26A Mesmerizing Lamp That Looks Like A Tropical Fish Tank

This lamp is whimsy, defined. It has a backlit design, and a wrapped design that rotates, so it looks like the brightly colored tropical fish inside are swimming. Equally great as a night-light or quirky piece of decor, this lamp is slim and compact, so it fits on most surfaces.

27Magnetic Holders For Remote Controls, Extension Cords & More

These mounted magnets can give you a designated space to store your remote control, extension cords, and more. One side mounts to the wall with self-adhesive, while the other side mounts to the remote. It just makes it so easy to stop losing all those everyday objects since you’ll have a go-to spot for them.

28Colorful Clips That Hold Your Pen Onto A Notebook Or Journal

These might look like ordinary paper clips, but they’re actually an ingenious invention that keeps your pen attached to your notebook or journal. They slip onto the cover of the book without damaging pages and feature a stainless steel body that’s designed to wrap around a pen or pencil to keep it close at hand when you need it.

29Fidget Toys That Involve Plucking Hair In A Super Satisfying Way

These fidget toys have hundreds of small faux hairs sticking out of the little figurine. Distract your mind and give your hands something to do by plucking each hair with the included tweezers. It’s so satisfying and is a great way to encourage concentration, reduce stress, and satisfy a wandering mind.

30Dry Shampoo Powder With Biotin & Lavender Extract

Need some extra volume and a general refresh on days you don’t wash your hair? Check out this dry shampoo powder. Packed with biotin, corn starch, and lavender extract, the dry shampoo applies with the built-in poof to your roots to absorb oil, add lift, and give your hair a newly washed look. Plus, it easily blends into your hair and won’t leave a white cast.

31A MagSafe Phone Mount For Your Car With A Sleek Design

This MagSafe phone mount can be used on your dashboard, windshield, or touchscreen to hold your phone while you’re in the car. It has an understated, sleek design that uses MagSafe technology to hold your device at an ergonomic viewing angle. The arm is even flexible and bendable to adjust it to your needs.

32A Protective Silicone Mat That Also Creates More Counter Space

This heat-resistant silicone mat sits nicely on top of your glass stovetop to not only protect it from scratches and scrapes when you’re not using it, but also give you a ton more much-needed counter space. Plus, it has a textured top which means it’s also great to use as a dish drying rack.

33A Cordless Bird-Shaped Lamp With A Stylish Wood Grain Base

This cordless lamp is the kind of stunning home decor piece that dreams are made of. Shaped like a bird, the lamp has elite wood grain accents in the top and in the base. It has three color temperatures and the brightness level can be adjusted, which is great if you’re using it before bed.

34Glow-In-The-Dark Tape That’s Highly Reflective

This tape uses UV light to absorb energy and charge so that it can glow in the dark for up to 10 hours at a time. It’s so versatile — you can put it on your bike to add safety reflection or add it to outdoor stairwells so you can see each step in the dark. It’s waterproof and durable to last outdoors through the seasons.

35Mold & Stain Remover For Washing Machine & Dishwasher Seals

This mold and stain remover gel is a bestseller, and reviewers agree it really works. “Put some globs in the impacted areas [of the rubber lining of my front load washing machine] and left it overnight. Washed it off in the morning with a sponge and BAM, most of the mold was gone! This is mold that was definitely set in for a few years as well!” It works quickly and effectively to remove mold from your washing machine seal, dishwasher seal, grout, caulking, and way more.

36A Mattress Lifting Wedge To Help You Make The Bed

Nothing makes your bedroom look instantly more polished than a perfectly made bed, and this wedge makes it so easy to get those clean hospital corners. Slip it between the bed and the box spring to help remove, add, and tuck your linens. It can hold up to 1,000 pounds. Bonus: it has gold accents for an upscale look.

37A Skin Spatula That Cleanses, Removes Blackheads & More

This skin spatula comes with three heads and multiple modes each designed to do different things that can help you get spa-quality results at home on a budget. One mode works with cleanser to deeply clean, one mode helps you to apply skincare products, and one mode massages the skin to add buoyancy and lift.

38Colorful String Lights Shaped Like Tiny Cats

Why settle for boring string lights when you can get some that come in four colors and are shaped like tiny cats? These lights feature 30 bright LED cats over 10 feet of nearly invisible wire that’s great for decorating everything from your bedroom to your balcony to your campsite. They’re remote operated and even have a timer option.

39A Reusable Copper Charm That Keeps Flowers Alive Longer

Made of 100% copper, this adorable heart-shaped charm can be dropped into your vases to keep your flowers fresher longer — just like the old wives’ tale says. It’s thicker and heavier than a penny and works to keep slime from developing in the water and rotting all your gorgeous cut flowers.

40Clear Acrylic Walls That Stop Things From Rolling Under The Couch

These small acrylic walls are virtually invisible when you install them on the floor underneath your couches or appliances. You won’t even remember they’re there but they’re putting in the work — preventing toys, messes, remotes, and other things from getting lost forever underneath your unmoving furniture.

41Tall Fans That Keep Flies Away From Picnics In The Summer

These fans feature three soft blades with a holographic pattern that reflects light when rotating to not just shoo flies and wasps away but also make them too irritated to even get close in the first place. One fan covers up to 3 feet and together they work great to keep bugs away from food when you’re trying to relax outside.

42A 3D Light Swtich Cover Featuring Michelangelo’s David Statue

If you want to add some novelty laughs to your space, check out this light switch cover. It features a 3D rendition of Michelangelo’s David sculpture with the up/down switch positioned on the statue’s... well... you get it. It’s so easy to install, and it comes with all the hardware you need.

43Colored Pencils Infused With Essential Oils That Smell Amazing

These pencils are infused with different essential oils — from jasmine and amber to fir balsam and sandalwood — so you can write, color, and fully immerse yourself in your work. Just rub the outside of each pencil, which feature beautifully vivid nature-inspired imagery, to activate the scent.

44A Best-Selling Clothing Stitch Gun To Make Repairs In An Instant

This clothing stitch gun comes with black and white fasteners to make quick fixes to your wardrobe no matter where you are. It can help close up button down shirts, patch jeans, hem pants, alter curtains, and way more. It works on wool, linen, denim, and other soft fabrics.

45A Discreet Facial Hair Shaver That’s Lightweight & Painless

This facial hair remover is a lightweight, sleek razor that’s easy to use and totally painless while removing unwanted hair from your face. The rounded head fits the contours of your body to gently glide over skin, cutting hair without pulling or tugging which helps reduce nicks, redness, or ingrown hairs.

46Space-Saving Hangers That Hold Tanks & Bras Vertically

Talk about clever space saving products — these hangers can hold up to eight bras, sports bras, or spaghetti-strap shirts. The kicker is they hold them vertically, thus saving a ton of space in your closet. Each piece is made of metal with rubberized ends and each item of clothing is individually attached so you can take them off one at a time.

47A Diatomite Stone Faucet Tray That Looks Utterly Chic

This stone sink tray comes in two pieces to fit cleanly around your kitchen or bathroom faucet, absorbing water and giving you a great landing spot for your brushes, sponges, soaps, and more. What’s great is that it absorbs water and dries in under 60 seconds so your counter always looks and feels clean.

48Outdoor Stake Lights That Create A Stunning Reflection On The Ground

These outdoor stake lights can be stuck into the ground along a pathway, around your driveway, or in the perimeter of your garden to illuminate the space with a stunning starburst reflection effect on the ground. They’re waterproof, heat-resistant, and weather-resistant and can work for eight to 10 hours on a single daily charge.

49Flat Claw Clips That Can Be Worn Driving Or Sitting Down

Not only do these claw clips come in a ton of colors — from neutral brown to sage green — but they’re designed to sit flat against the back of your head, so you can wear them when you’re driving or sitting in a high-back chair without hurting your head or straining your neck. They work on all hair types and are so lightweight you might just forget you’re wearing them.

  • Available styles: 20

50Mint Flavored Teeth Wipes For An Oral Glow-Up On-The-Go

If you don’t keep these disposable teeth wipes in your bag, suitcase, or backpack all the time, you’re doing it wrong. Individually wrapped, these wipes slip onto your finger and give you a minty glow-up no matter where you are — no water required. They’re great for a quick refresh after lunch at work or between flights at the airport.

51Bottle & Can Openers With A Practical, Easy-To-Use Design

If you have trouble opening bottles or cans — long nails, anyone? — these openers were designed with you in mind. One side works to open pull-out can lids so you don’t need to worry about chipping a nail, while the main part is used to twist open water bottles if you’re having a hard time doing it by hand.

52Lip Balm Holders That Attach To Your Keychain

Never leave the house without your favorite lip balm again with this keychain attachment. Made of durable knit fabric with a stretchy elastic band, this holder wraps around your wide or narrow lip balm, allowing you to keep it tied to your keychain so you have a lip refresh no matter where you are.

53Plastic Scraper Blades That Remove Labels & Stickers Easily

Get rid of those tricky labels, barcodes, and stickers with these incredibly useful scraper tools. They feature plastic razor blades — they even come with 100 replacement blades — and an ergonomic handle that makes it easy to dig underneath the sticker and scrape it off without leaving any sticky residue behind or scratching your belongings.

54Eyeliner Stamps That Helps You Get The Perfect Winged Look

Get the perfect winged liner every single time with these brilliant eyeliner stamps. Each one is literally a stamp — one side gives you the perfect winged end you just dot onto your eyelid and the other side is a pen to create the perfect line from corner to end. There’s a pen for each the left and right side, and they’re seriously so easy to use.

552-Tier Magnetic Hooks That Hold Hangers On Your Washing Machine

These magnetic hooks can hold dozens of hangers, keeping them in an easily accessible spot while you’re doing laundry. They mount to the side of your magnetic washing machine or dryer, allowing you to grab a hanger to hang dry your shirts easily without taking up any additional counter space.

56An Ice Mold In 3 Sizes To Perfectly Fit Your 40-Ounce Tumblers

This ice mold has three cylindrical cubes in three sizes to perfectly fit inside most 40-ounce tumblers to keep your beverages cold for way longer. It’s made of food-grade silicone that makes it easy to remove the ice once it’s solidified. And the ice melts really slowly to prevent your drink from getting diluted.

57A Color-Changing Wall Sconce That Rotates 360 Degrees

What makes this wall sconce strange but clever is that it’s rechargeable so you can install it anywhere and it works for up to 10 hours at a time. It has 15 different dimmable color options, so you can really set the mood in your space whether you’re ready to party or snuggle up with a book. Plus, the head rotates to target the light exactly where you want it.

58Best-Selling Tinted Hair Fibers To Make Your Locks Look Thick & Full

If you have thin or thinning hair, these fibers come in 14 different shades to match your locks and give your hair a thicker, more voluminous look. It’s sweat-proof and water-resistant for long-term wear that easily comes out when you shampoo in the shower. Just shake the fibers over your scalp, pat them down to set, and you’ll have more coverage immediately.

59A Wall-Mounted Flat Shelf With 2 Tiers To Hold Your Essentials

If you don’t have enough space for a nightstand but still need a spot to keep your phone, book, and iPad, this wall-mounted shelf is for you. It sticks to the wall using adhesive tape and has a narrow design that offers two tiers of storage without taking up any floor space.

60A Weed Puller With A Long Handle To Preserve Your Back

In just three steps you can remove weeds from your yard without breaking your back with this puller. Simply step on the ledge to press the claw into the ground, tilt the extra long handle toward you, and release it to pull weeds out from the root, which will help prevent them from re-growing over and over again.

61Refillable Paint Pens So You Can Touch Up Spots Around Your Home

If there are areas around your home that need a little TLC, these refillable paint pens are for you. Simply use the included syringe to add any paint color to one of the pens, then draw right over the area, allowing for quick maintenance that packs a big punch. Best of all, these pens will keep paint fresh for years.

62A Canvas Storage Box For Up To 16 Pairs Of Shoes

This large box can hold up to 16 pairs of shoes, giving you a great place to store your off-season sneakers, sandals, and heels when you’re not wearing them. The internal dividers are adjustable depending on the size of your shoes, and the lid attaches with Velcro to stay secure and keep your shoes dust-free.

63A Smart Watch Band That Looks (& Feels) Like A Scrunchie

If you love the look of a scrunchie on your arm but don’t have room because of your smart watch, think again. This watch band gives you the look and feel of a soft silk scrunchie. It comes in a ton of colors and patterns — from classic black to colorful rainbow — and can instantly upgrade your Fitbit for a more fashionable look.

  • Available styles: 14

64Supprt Stakes For Plants That Look Like Twigs To Totally Blend In

These support stakes come with orchid clips, twist ties, and plant ties to adhere them to your plant and help keep it growing upright. They’re designed to look like twigs so they totally blend into your plant, and from afar, you won’t even realize they’re there. They each come in two parts so you can adjust the size as needed.

65Motion-Activated Strip Lights For Under A Kitchen Cabinet

Nothing elevates a space like adding light to dark, unused corners. These strip lights are rechargeable and motion-activated so you can install them in places that don’t have easy access to a light switch like under a kitchen cabinet, inside a closet, or around a stairwell. They automatically turn on when movement is detected within 10 feet and can be used on this setting for up to 45 days on a single charge.