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50 Bizarre Things On Amazon That Make Your Life So Much Easier
These wild and wacky products make your life even better.
Amazon is packed with bizarre products. While some are just plain weird, some are so useful you’ll wonder how you’ve gone this long without them. Do you struggle to serve pasta? There’s a leaf-shaped ladle for that. Looking to protect your fingers from cuts while meal prepping? I found a super strong cut-resistant glove. No matter what your daily issue is, here are 50 bizarre things on Amazon that make your life so much easier.
1A Silicone Egg Separator That Looks Like A Little Frog
This silicone egg separator looks adorable on your counter and makes separating yolk from white easier than ever. Just squeeze the frog, bring its lips to the yolk, release until it swallows it, then squeeze again to release the yolk. It’s BPA-free and super easy to clean so you can focus on baking, making omelets, and more.
2These Can Openers That Also Keep Bugs, Dirt & Sand Out Of Your Drink
Nothing ruins a happy hour like realizing you have dirt or a bug in your beer. Well, protect your drinks from sand, dirt, and bugs when you have these drink shields. They hook onto securely onto your can’s tab to make opening them a breeze. After that, spin it over the opening when you’re not drinking to keep unwanted stuff out and your drink in.
3These Shampoo & Conditioner Caps That Don’t Need Water
Simply heat this shampoo cap in the microwave for 20 seconds, put it on and massage in for 3 minutes, and then discard the cap to reveal shinier, stronger hair. Each one in this pack of six is packed with vitamin E, aloe vera, and more so it not only refreshes your locks but smells great, too. And the caps have an elastic band around it to prevent anything from dripping down your neck.
4A Microwavable Bacon Grill That Comes With A Splatter-Free Lid
This convenient grill makes four to six pieces of bacon in the microwave in minutes. It has raised ribs on the inside the elevate the bacon so the grease drips off, and a ventilated cover that prevents grease from splattering and dirtying your microwave. The grill even has a recessed handle to easily push and pull it in and out of the microwave.
5This Magnetic Pick-Up Tool That Also Has A Light
If you need help reaching tight spaces like between car seats or behind appliances, or you happen to drop things often and struggle to find them, check out this pick-up tool. It has a super bright LED light at the tip so you can see what you’re looking for and a magnetic head to automatically attract things like loose nails, pins, and bolts. It has a flexible neck that adjusts from 6.75 inches to 22.5 inches, so you don’t need to bend all the way over to use this, either.
6This Leaf-Shaped Ladle With Holes For Draining
This ladle may have a novel leaf shape, but it’s actually extremely functional. The divets on the outside of the leaf allow this ladle to grab long stands of spaghetti from the pot for serving and help to grip lettuce from salad bowls. The holes in the middle also provide for drainage, so you can use this sturdy, heat-resistant ladle for anything.
7A Digital Meat Thermometer With A Temperature Guide On The Handle
Whether you’re a grilling newbie or pro, a thermometer like this digital one is a super handy thing to have while you’re cooking. It has a backlit screen that displays the temperature in seconds, and allows you to see it no matter what time of day you’re cooking. It’s waterproof, heat-resistant, and has a built-in temperature chart for easy reference.
8This Popular Hair Catcher To Keep Your Bath & Shower From Clogging
If you’re tired of showering with an inch of water at your feet, check out this hair catcher. It inserts directly into the drain, and catches falling hair before it can enter your pipes and potentially clog them. After your shower, all the hair will be wrapped around the insert so you can easily remove and discard.
9These Super Narrow Spatulas To Scrape Every Drop Out Of Jars
Get every last drop of your peanut butter, Nutella, jam, and anything else in a jar, when you have these silicone spatulas. The super narrow and long handle allows them to fit effortlessly into jars, and the small spatulas — in three different sizes — will scrape the jars out until there’s nothing left.
10These No-Tie Shoelaces With Over 59,000 5-Star Reviews
Tying your shoes can be a total annoyance, but these no-tie shoelaces make it a breeze to put your sneakers on and take them off. They stretch to fit your foot and shoe exactly and have a locking system that you just pull on to tighten your shoe to a comfortable fit. These laces come in tk colors ranging from neutral white to hot pink to suit your style.
11This Manual Food Chopper To Cut Veggies In A Jiffy
With two stainless steel blades built into the container, this chopper will cut up your veggies, fruits, garlic — you name it — quickly and easily. Just add your food, close the lid, and repeatedly pull the string to activate the blades. It even has an anti-skid ring at the bottom to keep the container from sliding around while you’re using it.
12This Detergent Holder That Comes With A Built-In Drip Tray
This clever holder keeps your detergent bottle elevated and angled so you can easily fill up the cap without a mess. It also comes with a stand for the measuring cup that doubles as a drip tray to protect your shelves, counter, and floor from accidental spills. You won’t need to lift the heavy detergent bottles anymore, which makes laundry day much easier.
13This Easy-To-Use Bottle Opener & Corkscrew That Looks Like A Spooky Bat
Whether you’re a beer or wine drinker, this bottle opener will be your new go-to. It may look like a cute little bat, but the head is actually a functional bottle cap opener, and the bottom is an easy-to-use corkscrew. The shape may be novel, but this two-in-one party essential is fully functional and has a 4.7-star rating on Amazon after over 5,000 reviews.
14This Storage Bag Organizer With Spots For 4 Sizes
Get your food storage bag drawer into shape with this organizer. It has four sections and comes with 21 pre-typed size labels — from snack to gallon — that you can add and remove depending on the sizes you need. The top slides off to easily refill when you’re low, and the holed design makes it easy to grab one bag at a time.
15A 32-Ounce Water Bottle With A Built-In Fruit Infuser & Time Marks
This water bottle has a built-in infuser so you can refresh your drinks with strawberries, cucumbers, citrus, tea leaves, and more. It holds 32 ounces, and is labeled with times from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. to help you stay hydrated all day long. It has an anti-slip ergonomic grip, and comes with an insulation sleeve.
16This Hair Dryer & Styling Brush With 383,000 5-Star Ratings
Dry, brush, and style your hair all at the same time with the help of the cult-favorite Revlon hot air brush. It has three heat and speed settings so you can style your hair comfortably, and the ceramic ionic technology means you’ll have frizz-free, shiny hair without the damage. This volumizer will give you a salon-worthy blowout, and if you don’t believe me, maybe you’ll believe the 383,000 five-star reviews on Amazon.
17This Little Chicken That Changes Colors When Your Hard-Boiled Eggs Are Done
If you struggle to boil eggs to your preference, this egg timer will be a total game changer. It has a cute little chicken design, and it goes right into the pot of hot water with your eggs. As the time goes by, the red turns to white, so you’ll know when to remove your soft- medium- or hard-boiled eggs.
18These Microfiber Gloves That Will Easily Grip Dust
Skip the duster and just wear these microfiber dusting gloves inside. They slip right onto your hands, and the grippy fiber will pick up dust with ease. Because these gloves are, in fact, gloves, you can use your palms and fingers to effectively and easily.
- Available sizes: Medium – Large
- Available colors: 11
19A Stainless Steel Meat Tenderizer That Looks Like Thor’s Hammer
Channel the power of Thor and tenderize your meat so it can effectively marinade and cook evenly with this meat tenderizer. The head is made of heavy-duty stainless steel that’ll work on the toughest cuts. One side has teeth for tenderizing, and the other side is flat so you can even out any cut of meat so it’ll cook properly.
20These LED Puck Lights That You Can Install With Screws Or Tape
If you’re low on light in your closet, garage, stairwell, or under your kitchen cabinets, check out these puck lights. Battery-operated, they don’t require an outlet so they can be installed anywhere with screws or adhesive tape. They emit a warm glow to help you see in previously shadowy spots and are turned on and off with a simple tap.
21A Dispenser & Scoop For Evenly Distributed Batter Every Time
Scoop your batter with this specialty-designed spoon, and you’ll have evenly sized muffins or cupcakes, which makes it so much easier to bake. When filled all the way, the spoon measures the perfect amount of batter, and the internal silicone plunger pushes every last drop of the batter out until the spoon is clean. It also has a curved front that ensures all the batter gets into the baking sheet — not on your counter.
22A Misting Spray Bottle That Works From Every Angle
This spray bottle features an ergonomic handle and pull trigger to produce a continuous fine mist and evenly coat your hair with your favorite products. It can be sprayed from any angle, and features a leak-proof cap so you can take it on-the-go without worry. Plus, you can also use it to water plants, self-tan, clean, and so much more.
23This Adorable Ravioli-Shaped Spoon Rest To Keep Your Counters Clean
If you need a spot on the stove or counter to rest your spoon between stirs, there’s no better place than on this adorable ravioli. The pasta-shaped spoon pillow is made of stain-resistant silicone so you don’t need to worry about ruining it with your red sauce. And it keeps your spoon off the counter for mess-free cooking.
24This Curved Detangling Brush With An Ergonomic Handle
This curved brush glides through straight, curly, fine, thin, wet, or dry hair to detangle and shine. It has flexible bristles that gently massage the scalp and separate knots without tugging on your locks. It also has an ergonomic handle that makes brushing your hair a comfortable, easy experience.
25This Handy Salad Dressing Shaker With An Airtight Lid
Whisking together oil, vinegar, and other ingredients for a quick and easy homemade vinaigrette can be messy, but this salad dressing shaker solves that problem. Just add your ingredients into the cup with convenient measurement markings, place your finger on the flip-top lid to close and secure it, and shake away. It has a 0.75-cup capacity and a leakproof, airtight seal to keep your dressing good for days.
26A Wall-Mounted Broom Holder That Makes Cleaning Tools Easy To Grab
Organize your brooms, mops, and other cleaning or gardening supplies to make them easy to find when you need them with the help of this super convenient holder. It has five slots and six hooks, for a 35-pound holding capacity, and it mounts to the wall of your garage, closet, laundry room — you name it — to de-clutter your floor.
27A Splatter Screen To Protect Your Kitchen From Grease
This stainless steel splatter screen rests directly on top of your pots and pans and uses a super fine mesh to keep grease on your food and off your countertop. It’s heat-resistant, rust-resistant, and dishwasher-safe, and the oversized design means it fits almost all pan sizes. No more scrubbing your kitchen after every meal.
28These Plastic Shields That Protect Your Couch From Cat Scratches
These plastic shields stick directly to the sides and corners of your couches and chairs to protect them from being torn to shreds by your furry friend’s claws. They adhere to polyester, cotton, acrylic, and acetate fabric, and are completely see-through to blend right in like they’re not even there.
29This Clever Tool That Shreds Meat Quickly Without The Mess
Get perfectly shredded meat in minutes with this clever tool. Just put your chicken, beef, pork — you name it — in the container, close the lid, and move the handles back and forth. Inside, the plastic teeth at the top and bottom will tear apart your meat and get it ready for your soup, chili, sandwich, or whatever else you’re cooking.
30This Quick-Working Electric Nail File With 6 Metal Tips
This electric nail file is quiet, strong, and gentle, making it great for trimming your nails with ease. It comes with six different metal heads with different specialties — a cone head for polishing cuticles, a small barrel for buffing the surface, a mandrel for shortening. And it’s super quiet, lightweight, and has smart heat distribution to avoid overheating.
31A Waterproof Trunk Organizer That Collapses For Easy Storage
This organizer is great for keeping your groceries, safety tools, and other car essentials from sliding all over your trunk, and it can save you from taking multiple trips when hauling groceries indoors. It’s waterproof and has three adjustable internal compartments and four external mesh pockets to make sure there’s a designated spot for everything. And it’s super durable — with strong handles and reinforced panels that help maintain its upright shape.
32These Non-Adhesive Nipple Covers That Mean You Can Skip A Bra
Great for strapless shirts, backless dresses, or everyday use, these nipple covers are a handy thing to keep in your bra drawer so they’re ready when you need them. They’re made of seamless silicone and feature a super thin edge, so you don’t have to worry about lines showing through the fabric. Plus, they’re grippy, sweat-resistant, and you can even wear them underneath a bathing suit.
33A Clear 12-Inch Organizing Bin With Adjustable Dividers
Organize all the bags in your freezer with this clever plastic bin. At 12 inches long, the bin features four adjustable dividers to keep things upright and easy to grab when you need them. The clear bin means you can see everything inside at a glance, and the durable handles helps slide the bin in and out of your freezer.
34This No-Spill Water Bowl To Keep Your Floors Dry & Clean
Whether you’re at home or traveling, this clever water bowl will make sure your cat or dog stays hydrated without spilling all over your floor, car, carpet — you name it. When your pet puts pressure on the top of the bowl, water is distributed until the pressure is released. It also works to slow your pet’s drinking down and prevent contaminants from entering the water.
35A Rubber Mat To Protect Your Counter From Coffee Stains
Save yourself from cleaning and place this rubber mat underneath your coffee machine and protect your counter from brown coffee stains or scratches from when you move the machine. It’s super absorbent to take care of any accidental spills and features a rubber backing to keep it from slipping or sliding around.
36These Long & Narrow Containers That Fit Under Your Bed
Take advantage of the oft overlooked storage space underneath your bed with these specially-designed storage bags. They’re made of a super durable fabric with a reinforced handle that’s tear-proof, and they feature a see-through plastic top so you know can quickly and easily see what’s inside.
37An Egg Dispenser That Holds 12 To 14 At A Time
Take advantage of the vertical storage space in your refrigerator with this egg holder. Not only does it store your eggs on two levels to take up less surface area, but it’s also slightly sloped to gently dispense eggs as you use them. It holds between 12 and 14 standard, large, or jumbo eggs and doesn’t require any assembly.
38A Soft Pet Sling To Carry Around Your Furry Friends
Take your furry friends wherever you go when you have this sling. First, it’s reversible which basically means it’s two carriers in one. It’s made of a buttery soft and breathable cotton, so your pet stays comfy, and it has a safety latch to attach your pet’s leash and stop them from falling or jumping out.
39These Clips That Mounts To Your Car’s Vent So You Can Eat & Dip Easily
With over 22,000 ratings, these dip clips are wildly popular — and it’s clear why. They mount to your car’s vent and can be angled to 16 different positions so your dip is convenient and easy to reach. Each one fits small, round, and large sauce cups and even come with a ramekin to deposit any sauce packets that don’t fit.
40A Drawer That Mounts Under Your Desk For Easy Access To Essentials
If your desk is low on storage space and you’re tired of the surface clutter, check out this under desk drawer. Using super strong adhesive tape, the plastic drawer secures to the underside of your desk, to add hidden storage that doesn’t take up any additional or noticeable space. The drawer slides in and out to keep all your essentials easily accessible.
41These Silicone Liners To Make Air Frying Mess-Free
These silicone liners slip directly into a 3-quart, 4-quart, or 5-quart air fryer to make cleaning up easier than ever — no more scrubbing your bulky basket. They have a slightly elevated base to ensure even heat circulation while cooking. They’re nonstick, heat-resistant up to 450 degrees, and dishwasher-safe.
42These Vertical Hangers That Save A Ton Of Space In Your Closet
These vertical hangers have five hooks and five holes to hold up to 10 things at once. With a vertical, compact design, they save a ton of space to optimize closets and help organize and sort your sweaters, shirts, dresses, and more to make them easier to find in the morning. They’re super durable, lightweight, and great to use in large and small closets and clothing racks.
43These Wire Shelf Liners To Keep Your Pantry Organized
Wire shelves are perfect for pantries, but if the uneven, hole-filled surface is creating turmoil in your pantry storage, check out these liners. They can be cut down to fit the size of your shelf, and are see-through so you won’t even realize they’re there. Plus, they’re super thick and durable, for extra long lasting pantry organization.
44These Cut-Resistant Gloves That Are Lightweight & Food Safe
Protect your hands and fingers while you’re cutting meat, shucking oysters, grating cheese, or using a tricky mandolin, when you wear these gloves. Made of a wildly strong and fine fibers, the gloves are ambidextrous to be worn on either hand, and lightweight enough to use knives and other utensils comfortably and with ease.
45These Pimple Patches That Work In Just 6 Hours
Great for all skin types, these pimple patches are packed with hydrocolloid to extract pus and reduce the appearance of active breakouts. All you need to do is apply a patch directly on top of a zit, wait up to six hours — wear it overnight for best results — and watch the pimple’s white gunk peel right off your skin in the morning.
46This Large Digital Clock That Sits On Your Table Or On The Wall
Why squint to see the time on your microwave when you can have this super cool digital clock? It can sit on a table or mount to the wall, and has a 12- or 24-hour display. Powered by a USB, the clock has alarm and snooze capabilities, and you can adjust the brightness if it lets off too much light for your bedroom.
47These Yoga & Barre Socks With A Non-Skid Bottom
The difference between these socks and normal socks? These have a non-skid bottom from heel to toe do you don’t have to worry about slipping or sliding around while doing yoga, pilates, barre, or just walking around the house. They have padded heel tabs for extra comfort and are breathable to keep your feet dry while working out.
- Available sizes: Small – XL
- Available colors: 29
48A Cuticle Cream That Strenghthens, Moisturizes, and Conditions
Cuticle care might be the most important part of nail care — and it’s often completely overlooked because it can get messy. Take care of your cuticles with this super hydrating cream. Massage two drops onto each finger to moisturize, hydrate, and repair for stronger cuticles and more beautiful nails. It doesn’t leave that oily or greasy feeling like some other creams.
49These Flexible Vent Covers That Secure Magnetically
Cover your floor, wall, or ceiling vents to redirect air, or block it where it’s not needed, with these covers. They can be cut to the exact size of your vent, and attach to the entire thing magnetically so it won’t leave any sticky residue from adhesive tape. Pro tip: double check that your vents are magnetic, not all are.
50This Exfoliating Brush That Soothes Ingrown Hairs & Razor Bumps
Take a few minutes to give your frequently-shaved areas a little extra tender loving care with this exfoliating brush. Great for wet or dry skin — with or without soap — the brush’s gentle bristles quickly exfoliate, massage, increase circulation, and remove dead skin for the ultimate cleanse to help treat ingrown hairs and soothe razor bumps.