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SOLPEX

Decked in glow

A dark deck is asking for trouble. Light the way without running a single wire. They charge by day and switch on at dusk. Rain won’t stop them, either. Line your steps, fence or walkway, so no one takes a tumble.

$25 on Amazon

GoveeLife

Before it floods

Smart leak detectors text, email or ping your app the second they sense water.

$44 on Amazon

Lamicall

Shower screen

Mount this waterproof phone holder on your shower wall. It stays dry while you stream, scroll or sing to your playlist.

$16 on Amazon

TESSAN

One-click power

Tessan’s light switch turns any plug into a remote-controlled one. Plug it in, click the remote, done.

$15 on Amazon

Viproud

Temp check champ

Get a reading in one second flat. Works for adults, kids and even objects. The alarm sounds when a fever spikes, or switch to mute mode for sleeping little ones. Plus, it saves your last 35 temps.

$14 on Amazon

MYHELP

Bandage backup

These sterile butterfly strips pull cuts closed when you can’t wait for stitches. Toss a pack in your first aid kit.

$15 on Amazon

AllSett Health

Freeze the ache

Reusable gel ice packs straight from the freezer mold around sore spots. Ahh, that’s better.

$16 on Amazon

AUVON

Never miss a dose

This 7-day pill organizer has slots for morning, noon and night. Bonus: a waterproof leather travel case.

$10 on Amazon

Bonine

Queasy no more

Bonine’s chewable motion sickness tablets calm your stomach on cars, planes and boats without making you sleepy.

$12 on Amazon

Ring

See every angle

A fixed camera leaves blind spots. The newest Ring pans 360 degrees, so you can scan the whole room, not just one view. Two-way talk lets you shoo your dog off the couch, even while you’re at work.

$35 on Amazon

AMETHEUS

Fumbling that key?

Stick this motion light above the lock. It flicks on the second you reach for the keyhole in the dark.

$9 on Amazon

WINONLY

Metal muscle

Kicking in doors is burglars’ go-to move. Door reinforcement locks hold up to 800 pounds of force.

$22 on Amazon

Sanjie

Break-in buzzers

Wireless alarm sensors give you a loud heads-up when a door or window opens.

$28 on Amazon

YITAHOME

Package vault

A delivery lockbox tucks packages out of sight and away from porch pirates. Better than “Hide it behind the plant.”

$54 on Amazon

ThermoMaven

Smokin’ smart

Burnt chicken or dry ribs? That happens for one reason: guessing. Stick the probe in and track the temp on your phone. It pings you when it’s done. Works with air fryers, grills and ovens.

$38 on Amazon

KitchekShop

Mug-nificent heat

This electric mug warmer heats your drink to the temp you want for up to 12 hours, then shuts off on its own.

$22 on Amazon

NutriChef

One pan, two jobs

NutriChef’s reversible griddle sears burgers on one side and adds those pretty grill marks on the other.

$37 on Amazon

Mimekitchen

Lines of defense

Reusable oven liners catch drips before they turn into a baked-on mess. Rinse off for your next cookout.

$8 on Amazon

Delamu

Pantry peace

These clear storage containers fit under your sink or in your pantry. The bamboo tops double as mini shelves.

$24 on Amazon

LISEN

Seatback sidekick

One gadget, tons of uses. Clip it to your tray-table or your laptop for video calls. Swivel it every which way, then fold it flat for your carry-on. It even doubles as a tripod and selfie stick for snapping pics on the fly.

$10 on Amazon

HELLEE

Pocket power pro

One pack, all your gadgets. Built-in cables = one less thing to forget. The LED display tells you exactly how much juice you’ve got left. Slides into your carry-on without hogging space.

$22 on Amazon

Cirorld

Red-eye ready

Get a memory foam pillow that molds to your neck’s shape. Comes with an eye mask, earplugs and a carry bag.

$12 on Amazon

GORILLA GRIP

Buckle up

Gorilla Grip’s luggage straps help secure your suitcase, stand out at baggage claim and link two bags together.

$12 on Amazon

WHonor

Guard your cards

These cards protect your entire wallet or purse from digital pickpockets. It blocks NFC and RFID signals cold, keeping your credit card and ID info safe while you’re out and about.

$8 on Amazon

Amazon

Lost your remote?

Say, “Alexa, find my remote,” and it rings. Backlit buttons make scrolling less squinty. Plus, it controls smart lights and Ring cameras.

$27 on Amazon

Nelko

Sort like a boss

No ink, no toner, no guessing what’s in that box. Create custom labels from your phone in seconds. The free app is loaded with templates. Tap print, and the built-in cutter trims each one clean.

$17 on Amazon

Amazon Basics

Screen booster

Amazon Basics’ adjustable monitor stand raises your screen to eye level. Desk clutter? Tuck it underneath.

$16 on Amazon

Lamicall

Snap-and-go clips

Cords have one job: Stay put. Lamicall’s cable clips grip anywhere and keep every cord where you left it.

$10 on Amazon

Amazon

Stream faster

Plug into Amazon’s newest 4K streaming stick. Tell Alexa+ what you want to watch, and Wi-Fi 6 helps cut the buffering. Plus, tons of free channels. You might even cancel a subscription or two. Cha-ching.

$40 on Amazon

ApexWaveTV

Free TV, for real

Stick this digital antenna anywhere and grab local channels in HD and 4K. No monthly fees, no fuss.

$18 on Amazon

Anker

Brainy brick

Overcharging your tech? Not anymore. It recognizes your device and adjusts the power to protect its battery. Tap the screen to check the charging status. Folds flat for travel, too.

$30 on Amazon

LISEN

Zero weak links

Lisen’s braided USB-C cables go up to 240W. Your tech will get topped off in a fraction of the time.

$9 on Amazon

Phueut

One tool, many jobs

No scrubbing, no harsh chemicals. Hot water blasts grime off grout, fabric, stovetops and cars. Comes with 12 attachments for handling every nook and “how did that get there?” cranny.

$47 on Amazon

BNX

Breathe easy

These MERV 13 air filters stop allergens before they reach your nose. Over 60 sizes. Made in the USA.

$48 on Amazon

ACTIVE

Odor erasers

When “wash it again” fails, add a scoop of laundry booster. It eats away sweat, oil and even bloodstains.

$16 on Amazon

HelpX

Floor force

Save your back with this scrub brush. You get three tools in one: a swivel head, squeegee and tweezer.

$22 on Amazon

Xindell
Car

Clean sweep

Ditch the gas station squeegee. This windshield cleaner has a pivoting head that hugs every corner. Comes with four reusable microfiber pads.

$22 on Amazon

Vanmass
Car

Military-grade mount

Almost 30 states have hands-free driving laws. This sturdy holder locks any iPhone or Android onto your dash, windshield or air vent. Checking directions shouldn’t cost you a ticket.

$26 on Amazon

CERAKOTE
Car

Like-new lights

A handy headlight restoration kit turns ’em back to clear with a ceramic coat that lasts for years. No drills, no mess.

$18 on Amazon

Tymate
Car

Catch problems early

A tire pressure monitoring system shows live stats and alerts you ahead of blowouts. Works for cars to trucks.

$36 on Amazon

Hotor
Car

Junk in your trunk?

A trunk organizer keeps groceries, tools and sports gear from sliding around. Folds flat when you don’t need it.

$10 on Amazon

Fibatdor

Spy the snoops

I once found 11 hidden cameras in one Airbnb. Now I sweep every room before I unpack. This sniffs out pinhole lenses, bugs and GPS trackers in minutes. You’ll sleep easier knowing no one’s watching.

$30 on Amazon

nonser

Boost your bars

Your Wi-Fi shouldn’t quit halfway down the hall. This dual-band Wi-Fi extender covers almost 16,000 square feet and handles over 100 devices. Bye, dead zones.

$27 on Amazon

LOHAS LED

Plug-in peace

No more fumbling in the dark at 2 a.m. They automatically flip on at dusk and off at dawn. The warm glow is easy on your eyes, and they use only 0.3W. Low power, high convenience.

$7 on Amazon

QINLIANF

Charge all the things

This outlet extender turns two wall plugs into five plus four USB ports. Wide gaps fit chunky chargers. I have these all over my house.

$10 on Amazon

HOTO
DIY

Daily driver

“Banger of a tool, I have one!” — Alex (on my team). From shelves to furniture repairs, this set with 25 bits handles the job. Tiny screw hole in a dark corner? The built-in LED shows you where to aim.

$30 on Amazon

Auoace
DIY

No holes, no regrets

A studless TV wall mount grips drywall without a drill. The bubble level helps hang it straight the first time.

$20 on Amazon

NoCry
DIY

Safety specs

Wraparound lenses fit right over your regular frames to block debris. Don’t let a flying wood chip ruin your day.

$17 on Amazon

WUBEN
DIY

Small but mighty

Your phone light works, until it doesn’t. This pocket flashlight sticks magnetically to metal for hands-free fixes.

$20 on Amazon

Dntorx

Hooked on space

Folding wall hooks each hold up to 40 pounds and tuck away when you’re not using them.

$9 on Amazon

ChangBERT

Burner backup

Get an extra burner without the remodel. It weighs about 6 pounds and shuts off automatically when you remove the pan. The large coil spreads heat evenly, up to 460 degrees at max power.

$100 on Amazon

FRTONYI

Season with ease

Rechargeable electric grinders deliver salt and pepper at the push of a button. Set the coarseness to what you like.

$20 on Amazon

Saebume

Splatter stopper

A vented microwave cover catches messy sauce explosions. Handles help you lift hot food without burning your fingertips.

$13 on Amazon

ukeetap

Fork ’em over

Finally, a BPA-free silverware organizer that expands to fit your drawer. No more digging for that one good spoon.

$17 on Amazon

Woodenhouse

Knock on wood

These bamboo utensils handle high heat without scratching nonstick pans. The set even comes with a matching holder.

$18 on Amazon

AGMZ

Band together

Waterproof AirTag bracelets look like watchbands, but tuck the tracker out of sight. Pick from seven colors.

$10 on Amazon

Apple/Life360

Pick your finder

That stomach-drop moment when you can’t spot your kid? A tiny tracker saves you the panic. Apple’s AirTag pairs in one tap and now reaches up to 1.5 times farther. Android family? Tile does the same job.

$27 on Amazon

Skechers

Sole searching

Skechers hid an AirTag pocket inside kids’ sneakers. Genius. Kiddos lose backpacks, not their feet.

$42 on Amazon

Edvbela

Hidden underfoot

No new kicks needed? These shoe insoles have a cutout for an AirTag. Slip them into a pair they already love.

$13 on Amazon

HATALKIN

Hook it up

Now for you, clip some AirTag holders to key chains, luggage, bags or anything else that likes to wander.

$6 on Amazon

Arlo

Porch patrol

Porch pirates, meet your match. See your whole doorstep in 2K, head to toe, not chest-up. It can tell a person from a package, so you only get alerts that matter. Wire it in or go wireless. Your call.

$50 on Amazon

Philips

Keyless control

Skip the key shuffle. This unlocks with your fingerprint, PIN or phone. You get real-time alerts when someone comes or goes. Works with Alexa and Google Assistant, too.

$80 on Amazon

ZRFCXE

Shut it tight

Adjustable sliding window locks clamp onto the track without tools. A fix for one of your home’s weakest spots.

$10 on Amazon

HTZSAFE

Early warning

This driveway alarm gives you a heads-up before someone reaches your door. It’s even shaped like a cute owl.

$39 on Amazon

RamPro

Rock-solid backup

Hide a spare key in a fake rock that looks and feels like the real thing. Smarter than the doormat trick burglars check first.

$8 on Amazon

SVHT

Completely floored

Light in your hand, heavy on suction. An anti-tangle brush handles pet hair, while a green light helps you spot dust. The battery runs 45 minutes, so you can sweep your whole place on one charge.

$80 on Amazon

Joymoop

Wet ’n’ done

This mop & bucket set has a built-in wringer and long handle, so your hands stay dry. Bonus: four reusable microfiber pads.

$30 on Amazon

ACTIVE

Lighten the load

Active’s box of laundry detergent sheets (10% off, $15) takes up about as much space as a paperback. Bulky jugs? Not a chance.

$15 on Amazon

ORDORA

Fur-free furniture

Roll this reusable pet hair remover over couches, beds and rugs. Dog and cat fluff lifts right off. Zero refills to buy, ever.

$16 on Amazon

Sellemer

Bowl-buster

Grab a toilet brush with silicone bristles that flex under the rim. The vented holder keeps it from turning into a germ swamp.

$12 on Amazon

UGREEN

Watt a bot

Cute and it keeps your whole desk juiced up. The Uno packs three ports, so your phone, PC and tablet can all plug in. Its little face shows how many watts each one pulls and when it’s fully charged.

$34 on Amazon

BolaButty

Play all day

Take it to the beach, camping or your shower. One charge gives you up to 20 hours of crisp sound and a rock-solid connection. Want stereo sound? Get two and pair ’em.

$24 on Amazon

heat it

Don’t scratch that

Plug an insect bite healer into your phone and press it against the spot. A burst of heat calms the itch in seconds.

$25 on Amazon

LISEN

Flex cord

Lisen’s USB-C cable won’t tangle, kink or bunch up in your bag. Fast-charges up to 240W. That’s more muscle than most cords.

$12 on Amazon

acer

Memory mover

Skip the cloud shuffle. Acer’s SD card reader transfers files at 5 Gbps. Translation: hundreds of pics in seconds or a movie in under a minute.

$10 on Amazon

Master Lock

Carry-on security

Master Lock’s water-resistant portable lockbox protects the stuff you can’t afford to lose.

$18 on Amazon

LISEN
Car

Road trip juice

Lisen’s car charger plugs right into your cigarette lighter. The built-in cable fast-charges without tangling around the shifter.

$17 on Amazon

Ceptics

Outlet translator

Going overseas? This power adapter works in the EU, UK and beyond. Juices up to six of your devices at once.

$19 on Amazon

BAGSMART

Shrink your clothes

Compression packing cubes let you fit more into your bag. Zip them shut and squeeze the air out.

$13 on Amazon

Leaton

Off-grid hero

When the power quits, you need answers. Charge by hand crank, solar or USB-C, then top off your phone. You get NOAA weather alerts, plus a built-in flashlight and SOS alarm help when things get dicey.

$32 on Amazon

1st Aid

First response

This 300-piece first aid kit packs bandages, gauze, burn dressings and more into a case that fits your glove box.

$17 on Amazon

Waterdrop

Bottled water backup

Waterdrop’s water filter straw makes sketchy tap or river water safe to sip. Handy for hikes and emergencies.

$34 on Amazon

Neporal

Lights stay on

Rechargeable light bulbs stay lit through power outages. Screw them into a socket or hang them by the hook.

$23 on Amazon

Energizer

Stash for years

These aren’t regular AA & AAA batteries. They last up to a decade in storage, so they’re always handy.

$33 on Amazon

WOLFBOX

Blast off

Canned air runs out. This rechargeable blower runs up to four hours. Pick from three speeds to clear crumbs, dust and debris from every nook and cranny. Gentle enough for camera lenses and PC parts, too.

$40 on Amazon

Ivandar

Crumb and get it

Save your back with a broom & dustpan set that stands up on its own. Built-in teeth comb the bristles as you go.

$19 on Amazon

MyLifeUNIT

Dusty windows?

This screen-cleaning brush scrubs both sides of the mesh at once. Pop off the head for stubborn spots.

$17 on Amazon

MagicFiber

Streak of genius

MagicFiber’s microfiber cloths polish glasses, phone screens and more without leaving lint behind.

$10 on Amazon

Ticarve
Car

Grossly effective

Squish this cleaning putty into your car’s vents, seams and knobs, then watch the crud lift right out. Oddly satisfying.

$6 on Amazon

KITCHENMUH

Open sesame

Can’t crack that pickle jar? Set this gadget on top, press the button and let it do the twisting. Fits almost any lid size. A big help for arthritis and weak grips. No more calling the nearest muscle for backup.

$23 on Amazon

Farberware

Spin cycle

Cyclospora cases are up, so a good salad spinner matters. Rinse and dry greens in one spot. Toss recalled lettuce.

$18 on Amazon

COZYEXPERT

Meals that move

This electric lunch box warms leftovers right at your desk. You can even plug it into your car or truck. A road-tripper’s dream.

$26 on Amazon

Alpha Grillers

Temp agency

Alpha Grillers’ digital meat thermometer flashes an accurate temp in seconds. Grilling, roasting or frying? You’ll nail it.

$12 on Amazon

Baker's Signature

Sheet happens

Unbleached parchment paper sheets keep food from sticking. Safe in ovens and air fryers up to 450 degrees.

$15 on Amazon

MCGOR

Motion magic

Dim corners? Optional. These bright LEDs flip on when you walk by and stick up with magnets. No cords, no electrician. Put them in your kitchen, closet or hallway, and forget fumbling around in the dark.

$22 on Amazon

WOA WOA
DIY

Tall order

This step stool weighs under 8 pounds but holds up to 300. Nonslip feet keep you steady on wood, tile or carpet.

$50 on Amazon

PREXISO

Straight shooter

Get a measuring tool that switches between a 135-foot laser and old-school tape. It even does the math for you.

$50 on Amazon

Slobproof
DIY

Fix the nicks

Touch-up paint pens cover wall scuffs and dings without cracking open a can, or explaining it to your landlord.

$13 on Amazon

HIGHEVER
DIY

Stick with it

Think of this magnetic wristband as a tiny tool belt for your arm. Holds screws, nails and drill bits you could drop or lose.

$10 on Amazon

GoveeLife

Freezer guard

GoveeLife’s fridge thermometer pings your phone if it gets too warm. Don’t let your groceries pay the price.

$24 on Amazon

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