Weird but genius cleaning gadgets

The weekend’s almost here, and my inbox is full of requests for “that cool cleaning list.” So I rounded up the smartest (and strangest) grime-busting tools that actually live up to the hype.

Warning: Some are ridiculously satisfying.

🧽 1. Spinning cordless scrubber ($40, 40% off)

Scrub grout, tile, tubs and baseboards in half the time. A 43-inch handle reaches all those tricky spots.

⌨️ 2. Keyboard cleaning gel ($8)

This gooey blob grabs dust, crumbs and coffee gunk from between keys and vents. Press, peel and smile.

🐉 3. Microwave steam cleaner ($13)

Meet your microwave’s new buddy: A silicone dragon that shoots hot vapor to loosen splatters. Just add vinegar and water, microwave and wipe.

🧲 4. Magnetic window cleaner ($120)

Two magnets clean both sides of your window at once. Glide them along for streak-free glass. No ladder needed.

🐞 5. Mini desk vacuum ($10)

Yes, it’s shaped like a ladybug. And yes, it slurps up crumbs, eraser bits and dust from your desk.

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Travel MVPs: Must-haves under $50

Traveling doesn’t have to feel like an episode of Survivor crossed with a rom-com gone wrong, and you don’t need to drop a fortune to travel like a pro. 

Whether you’re hopping on a plane, hitting the open road or planning a weekend getaway, the right gear makes all the difference. Think of this as your custom packing list so you can focus on the fun. 

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Don’t hire a handyman…

👷 Become one. These DIY gadgets practically pay for themselves.

  • 💦 Wash like a boss: A portable pressure sprayer (43% off) goes where your garden hose fears to tread.
  • 🪛 Drill, baby, drill: Guess how many bits come with this cordless drill ($44). Spoiler alert: 22 of them.
  • 🪒 Blades of glory: Razor scrapers (19% off) slice through stickers and that mystery gum underneath your desk.
  • 💡 Glow get ’em: Stick these motion-activated lights (8% off, two-pack) in any dark corner for some extra light.
  • 🔌 Plug in the future: Linkind’s smart plugs (14% off, four-pack) work with Siri, Alexa and Google Assistant. 

🏠 Upgrade your life: If you liked these, you’ll love the smart home staples waiting for you on my Amazon storefront. Just a click away.

Nacho average kitchen

🔎 I found clever kitchen pros with secret skills up their sleeves.

  • 🔥 Ten tricks, one box: A smart oven (5% off) bakes, broils and fries, all without hogging your counter.
  • 👀 Seeing double? This reversible cast-iron griddle (13% off) flips from flat to grill in one hot second.
  • 👩‍🍳 Chef’s sidekick: Peek inside this bamboo cutting board ($42). Boom, six color-coded mats pop out like magic.
  • 🔄 Spin me right round: One turntable (6% off) works great for cake decorating or even as a monitor stand.
  • 🧂 Together at last: Salt and pepper live in harmony with this two-in-one grinder (10% off). Neat.

✅ Just the tip of the spatula: Tap into my Amazon storefront for more multitaskers. Don’t miss today’s best steals while you’re there.

It's now or never for Kim's 'Prime' picks

⏰ It’s the final countdown! Prime Day ends at midnight. If you’ve been waiting to pull the trigger, you’ve still got time to score big bargains. I’ve saved some of the best for last. Let’s get into it.

⌛ Don’t wait another minute! Your cart and your budget will thank you, unless saving money isn’t your thing.

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Kim’s picks under $50

I dug through the Prime Day treasure chest to find the best gadgets, home helpers and little luxuries, all under $50. And yep, some are even under $10. Let’s jump in.

 Prime perk alert: Amazon is giving Prime members a $15 credit just for uploading a photo with Amazon Photos. Just add one pic through the app, and boom, free cash. It’s already included in your membership, so don’t miss it! While you’re at it, click this secret link for more Prime Day deals.

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Grime doesn’t pay

🧽 I’ve got a cleaning fix for every mess life throws your way.

  • 🏖️ Save $100: A robotic solar pool skimmer (25% off) is your 24/7 pool boy, minus the snack breaks.
  • Irony you’ll love: This steam iron (23% off) heats up in seconds. 4.3 stars and 52,000+ glowing reviews.
  • 🚗 Crumb patrol: From car seats to keyboard crevices, a handheld vacuum (15% off) gets the gunk bigger vacs miss.
  • 🫧 Spill happens: Tide to go pens (25% off, three-pack) are perfect for when your spaghetti or wine takes a dive.

😌 Self-care isn’t optional: Click here for more personal care deals and my Amazon store to feel like “you” again.

Potty like a rock star

🛁 Your bathroom shouldn’t feel like a locker room.

  • 💁‍♀️ Salon-level shine: This hair dryer (26% off) comes with more attachments than a Swiss Army knife.
  • 😌 Stress who? Add a few drops of oil into a diffuser (15% off). Boom, instant at-home spa.
  •  🧽 The mold goes: From shower grout to washer seals, this stain remover ($18.95) cleans deep.

✨ Your glow-up continues: Click this special link for more fab finds. I’ve got even more top-rated picks you’ll actually use on my Amazon shop.

Don’t get caught … without these

🔒 Ready for those “uh-oh” moments? Start here.

  • 🚘 License to record: When drivers don’t tell the truth, a 4K dashcam (38% off) remembers everything.
  • ⚡ Hallway heroes: These wall outlets (8% off) have built-in lights. No more stubbed toes during late-night snack runs.
  • 🖥️ Save your eyeballs: A blue light screen protector (21% off) is your shield against doomscrolling fatigue.
  • ✨ No smears or tears: This screen cleaner kit (20% off) has 4.5 stars and over 5,000 glowing reviews.

🤖 Your tech, your way: See what other top-rated gadgets are on sale right now on my Amazon storefront.

Cool stuff for hot days

😎 If the summer heat has you melting, I got you.

  • 🌬️ Breeze on the go: Forget fans that just blow hot air. This portable powerhouse (5% off) has ice cooling.
  • 🚘 Car = oven? Not with a sunshade (17% off) that pops open like an umbrella. Four stars & 13,000+ reviews.
  • 🧊 Ice ice baby: This countertop ice maker (17% off) cranks out cubes in minutes and travels like a champ.
  • 🥤 Sip happens: Lemonade, tea, cold brew — get a mason jar pitcher (33% off) to make it all.

🔥 Sizzling steals: Click this secret link for more summer faves, and browse my store for my Kim-approved picks.

Too many deals in the kitchen

😋 Your kitchen is the heart of your home … and sometimes the messiest.

  • 🍞 I loaf this: You deserve a bread cutter (10% off) that makes even slices and catches crumbs.
  • 🍋 When life gives you lemons: You squeeze every last drop with a little citrus juicer (40% off).
  • 🍴 Drawer glow-up: Guess how many labels come in this silverware organizer (37% off). Spoiler: It’s 80!
  • 🧽 Squeaky clean: Two Cif cleaning bottles + one Scrub Daddy (6% off) = zero smudges or scratches.

🛒 Stuff that just works: Hit up my Amazon storefront to see the kitchen staples I swear by (my order history proves it).

Fortify your life

🧑‍💻 From snoops to trackers, these tools give you peace of mind.

  • 🔑 Fort Knox at home: This smart lock (42% off) unlocks automatically. Great when your hands are full.
  • 🔎 I spy a creep: Whip out a hidden camera detector (33% off) at your next Airbnb. Catch bugs before they catch you.
  • 📍 Lost your bag? Not with a slim smart card (10% off) that tracks your wallet right from your phone.
  • 🐶 Tag that tail: A waterproof AirTag holder ($5.99) clips to your pup’s collar. Helps me keep track of my pup Bella.

🚨 Don’t stop lockin’: Dive into Amazon’s smart security gear, and hit up my shop for more handpicked privacy gadgets.

For your inner neat freak

✨ You bring the motivation, these gadgets bring the polish.

  • 🌬️ “Alexa, clear the air”: Kick allergens and odors to the curb with a smart air purifier (48% off).
  • 😌 Let’s face it: Your blackheads won’t clean themselves. This cleansing brush (33% off) massages them away.
  • 🔥 Cooking catastrophe? Snag a cleaner kit (6% off) that won’t scratch glass cooktops. 4.6 stars & 23,000+ reviews.
  • 👓 Bye-bye, smudges: Polish your eyeglasses with a lens cleaner combo (23% off). Works great on phones, too.
  • 🧽 Floor it: This isn’t your grandma’s mop and bucket (21% off). It wrings itself and reaches over 5 feet. Neat.

🛒 Tidy up your cart: Click this secret link for more cleaning steals. Find the everyday things I actually use on my Amazon storefront.

Virtual party list

🥳 Hosting or heading to a get-together? Let’s get the fun started.

  • 🍷 Pop, pour, press: All with a four-in-one wine opener (15% off) that aerates and seals when the party’s over.
  • 🍫 More like fun-do: NutriChef’s electric fondue pot (8% off) makes gooey goodness in minutes.
  • 🚀 Vibes in overdrive: Bring the night sky indoors with a galaxy light projector (19% off). 4.4 stars and 7,000+ reviews.
  • ⛺ “No adults allowed” zone: From playing to reading, this kid’s canopy (28% off) gives ’em a cozy space to do it.

🛍️ Still stumped? I got you. An e-gift card is a great last-minute idea. And don’t forget, more gift-worthy finds are on my Amazon store.

I found your next favorite gadgets

🧠 Upgrading your tech game shouldn’t melt your brain (or your wallet).

  • 🔌 Running out of ports? Plug in a five-in-one USB-C hub (50% off). Whoa, 4.6 stars and 185,000+ reviews!
  • 🖼️ Memories on a loop: Printing pics? Send ’em straight to this digital photo frame (14% off).
  • 🐶 Fetch this steal: Keep tabs on your doggo 24/7 and fling treats with a 360° dog camera (56% off).
  • 📱 Hands-free & wireless: This phone stand & speaker combo (25% off) is perfect for video calls with the family.
  • 🎧 No quits: Play all the time with this wireless gaming headset (15% off). Up to 100 hours of battery life.

⚡ More power-ups: Tap this secret link for more tech deals. My Amazon storefront is packed with the best sales.

Your A+ checklist

🔔 School’s almost back in session. I’ve done the homework for you.

  • ✍️ Jot this down: Snag a set of gel pens (20% off, six-pack) for journaling, note-taking or doodling during class.
  • 📑 Get out of a bind: These ring binders (20% off, four-pack) double as cheat sheets. You didn’t hear that from me.
  • 📦 Bin there, done that: Stackable storage bins (25% off, two-pack) tell your roommate, “That’s mine.”

💯 Extra credit: There’s a whole backpack’s worth of back-to-school deals waiting for you on my Amazon page.

Self-care for your lazy Sunday

👉 Here’s your permission slip to treat yourself.

  • 🕯️ Scent the mood: This candle warmer (39% off) melts away stress. Totally gift-worthy (even if the gift is for you).
  • 👀 See what eye did here: Grace & stella’s under-eye masks (42% off) are the kind of bags you want down there.
  • 💧 Heel, yeah: Slip on these moisturizing socks (35% off) for your dry feet or cracked heels.

❤️ Share the love: I’ve rounded up even more feel-good faves on my Amazon storefront to explore.

Boring? Nah, practical

🌟 Just because something’s not shiny doesn’t mean you don’t need it.

  • 🧦 No show, no slip: These low-cut socks (20% off, eight pairs) are grippy to prevent slips and practically invisible.
  • 💀 Silent but deadly: Pests eating your clothes? Hang some moth traps ($17.97) in your closet. No sweaters harmed.
  • 🧼 Clean your cleaner: Don’t shell out for a new washer. Descaler tablets ($19.95, 24-pack) keep it running longer.
  • ☀️ Summer-proofed: An under-door draft stopper (15% off) tells the blazing heat to “stay out.”
  • 🔌 Velcro (but smarter): Untangle and label your cords with reusable cable straps (50% off, 16-pack).

🏠 Deck out your home: Hit this handy link to shop by room. Plus, find the essentials I use on my Amazon storefront.

Last call for ‘Prime Day’

⏰ Quick, there’s still time to grab the best of the best.

  • 🚗 Need a jump? Start with a smart battery charger (40% off) that works for campers, ATVs, you name it.
  • 🔋 Watch your battery: A key chain charger (44% off) can power any Apple Watch and fits in your pocket.
  • ⚡ Transfer data, fast: Photographers, you need this little SD card reader (38% off) with dual slots.
  • 🤓 Screen time saver: Ease eyestrain with these blue-light-blocking glasses (37% off). Handy case included.
  • 📱 Snap pics underwater: Just snag some waterproof phone pouches (20% off) that work up to 100 ft.
  • 💧 Thirsty? This 10-cup pitcher (20% off) comes with a 200-gallon filter that lasts five times longer than the rest.

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🛍️ Shop my cart now: Hunting for more Amazon Prime Day bargains? Click this secret link for 30 more gems I know you’ll love. But don’t wait, these discounts end after Friday. Bonus: Many of these goodies make perfect gifts!