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34 Genius Things Under $30 On Amazon That Instantly Make Your Home Look & Smell Way Better

It's so satisfying to come home to a place that looks and smells super clean, but that organized, fresh feeling can be hard to maintain. Thankfully, there are tons of genius home things on Amazon that will get your house looking fab and smelling great — all without you having to spend a lot of time or money in the process.

To get rid of funky smells, there are air fresheners, deodorizers, and cleaning products that contain no harsh fragrances or chemicals — a plus for those with kids, pets, or allergies. To instantly make things more organized, there are clever storage bins and racks, and an especially genius expandable shelf that fits under sinks. And while you're upgrading your home, why not treat yourself to soft and luxurious bed sheets, towels, and a bath mat, too. These not only look great, but they're super cozy as well.

Each item on this list costs $30 and less, proof that sprucing up your home doesn't have to cost a fortune. Whether it's the bathroom, bedroom, or kitchen that needs a little freshen up magic, you're sure to find a solution on this list that'll make your house look cleaner and smell better in a flash.

1. An Essential Oil Diffuser That Can Last Up To 16 Hours

With more than 5,000 reviews on Amazon, this essential oil diffuser is highly recommended by many. Multifunctional, equipped with seven LED light settings, and made with eco-friendly materials, fill it up for up to 16 hours of spray at a time. It can even mist in different settings and has a safety switch to avoid overheating.

2. This Flower Reed Diffuser That Looks & Smells Amazing

Beautifully crafted, this real flower reed diffuser is free from harmful chemicals like methanol, benzene, and formaldehyde. After a day or two, easily replace it with other fabric sticks or turn it upside down. Choose between more than five different scents ranging from a fruity black cherry scent with notes of grape, and apple to a peony with hints of magnolia.

3. An Absorbent Turkish Towel That Looks So Chic

This Turkish bath towel is made out of 100% cotton making it breathable and durable. Fans love that it gets softer with each wash, and is absorbent and quick drying. It's available in a wide variety of colors and can be used in a range of ways. "These are lightweight, fast drying, easy to clean AND take up little space. Our traditional towels, no matter how new, always ended up with the musty, mildew scent after steady use. What I love about these the most is that the nasty smell doesn’t become an issue— probably due to the thin fabric. [...] these are still comparable in absorbency to a traditional towel," one fan wrote.

4. This Lavender-Vanilla Spray That Eliminates Bathroom Odors

This Poo-Pourri toilet spray is both handy and super easy-to-use. With a nontoxic mix and a scent from essential oils, its formula effectively removes odors with a simple spritz. It's also free of parabens and other harmful ingredients and is available in a range of sizes and scents from a cozy wild fig to revitalizing orange mint.

5. A Sturdy Spice Rack That Sticks To Your Fridge

If you need a little organizing in your kitchen, this spice rack organizer has four storable layers and the magnets can easily stick to most refrigerators. Able to hold a roll of paper towel along with other kitchen supplies, it's also designed with six hooks that can be easily removed.

6. These Bamboo Bed Sheets That Are Super Soft & Breathable

Luxurious and durable, these bamboo bed sheets won't fade, stain, or wrinkle and are more cooling than cotton or microfiber, making them perfect for hot sleepers. Because of their premium quality material, they're breathable, super soft, and even eco-friendly. They're also hypoallergenic, making them suitable for sensitive skin. This four-piece set is available in many sizes and different colors.

7. A Multi-Surface Cleaner That's Scented With Essential Oils

For everywhere around this house, this Mrs. Meyer's Multi-Surface cleaner can get the job done. Able to easily eliminate odors and cut through grease, this formula is natural and biodegradable. It's also formulated with essential oils and without parabens.

8. A Stainless Steel Sink Caddy That Saves Counter Space

This adhesive sink caddy can hold up to two sponges and one dishcloth at the same time and best of all, you can stick it in the sink or on the wall saving precious counter space. Sturdy and easy to instal, all you need to do is apply its adhesive to a surface. Made out of stainless steel, this holder is also waterproof and rust-resistant.

9. This Fabric Stain Guard Spray That Repels Spills

Completely odor-free, this stain guard is useful for many different fabric surfaces. It can be easily applied with one step and is both spill-repelling and colorless. Because it's water-based, it's non-flammable, making it much safer than some other options.

10. These Air Purifying Bags That Naturally Absorb Odors

These clever air purifying bags use activated charcoal to eliminate odors in any room of the house naturally. The six-pack includes four large bags and two small bags, which are perfect for deodorizing shoes, drawers, and even your car. The bags are free of fragrances and chemicals, and they'll last up to two years each.

11. These Powerful Scrubbing Brushes That Work With Your Drill

Your power drill turns into a powerful cleaning tool with these handy drill brush attachments. The set of three different brushes are perfect for deep cleaning kitchen and bathroom surfaces to remove stubborn soap scum and grime, with no tedious manual scrubbing required.

12. This Closet Organizer That Has A Built-In Garment Rod

This fabric closet organizer offers a convenient way to store both folded and hanging garments, and it hangs directly onto your existing closet rod. The four roomy cubbies are great for organizing sweaters, linens, handbags, and more, while the garment rod at the bottom means you don't lose any hanger space in the process.

13. A Sleek Cord Organizer Box That Tames Messy Cables

Keep messy cables under control with this helpful box organizer for cords. There's enough room inside the sleek box to safely store a power strip, while the four cable cutouts keep cords neat but still easily accessible.

14. This Magnetic Knife Strip That Stores Lots Of Utensils

This magnetic knife strip creates a cool way to display your kitchen utensils while saving you drawer space. The heavy-duty stainless steel strip easily mounts on the wall and also includes six hooks for storing additional kitchen tools so everything is easily within reach.

15. These Fabric Storage Bins That Look Cute On The Shelf

These cute fabric storage bins are great for organizing all sorts of items from knick-knacks to underwear, and they fold up for easy storage when not in use. Sold in a set of four, the bins are available in gray, yellow, or blue striped patterns, as well as a pretty moon-and-stars design. They're also available in a 13-inch by 13-inch size and in packs of two.

16. A 3-Chamber Soap Dispenser That Saves Major Shower Space

Declutter your shower with this handy three-chamber soap dispenser, which is easily installed with the included waterproof silicone adhesive. The dispenser can be mounted flat against the shower wall or in the corner and has chambers to hold shampoo, conditioner, and body wash.

17. These Compact Dishcloths That Look So Cute In The Kitchen

These adorable natural fiber Swedish dishcloths are an eco-friendly alternative to using paper towels in the kitchen. The set of three cloths come in lots of cute patterns, including the lemon print pictured here, and you can wash them in the dishwasher or washing machine. They come in a dozen charming prints from cats to veggies to leaves.

18. An Expandable Shelf That Fits Perfectly Under Sinks

More than 1,000 reviewers love this expandable under-the-sink shelf, which makes the most of that awkward storage space under the kitchen or bathroom sink. The two-tier storage rack features an expandable rail and comes with sturdy steel panels that can be arranged to fit around pipes. Brilliant!

19. This Rustic Entryway Organizer That Holds Mail & Keys

Spruce up your home's entryway and stop misplacing your keys with this rustic wall-mounted mail organizer. The cute wooden rack has a slot to store mail, three metal hooks to hold keys or your pet's leash, and a shelf that's perfect for accent decor or storing small items.

20. This Closet Dehumidifier That Prevents Musty Odors

Prevent your closet from getting musty with this fragrance-free closet dehumidifier. Filled with drying crystals, the dehumidifier removes excess moisture from the air and protects small spaces from dampness, rust, and odors.

21. A Plug-In Odor Eliminator That Works For Up To 3 Months

This plug-in odor eliminator uses a quiet fan and replaceable carbon filter to pull in and eliminate odors for up to three months. There's also a built-in nightlight and the plug-in comes with an optional Green Meadow scent cartridge to add a light, fresh fragrance to your home. However, if you would prefer not to have a nightlight, that's an option, too.

22. These Scented Trash Bags That Come In 3 Fresh Fragrances

These small scented trash bags offer a subtle burst of fragrance while keeping the trash in the bathroom, bedroom, and more tidy. The pack of 12 twist & tie bags come in three refreshening scents — Vanilla Flower, Rain Shower, and Lavender — for a total of 840 bags.

23. A Grippy Bath Math That Prevents Slips

For a grippy surface in the shower or bathtub, more than 6,000 reviewers gave the Gorilla Grip shower/tub bath mat a thumbs up. The large BPA-free antibacterial mat has hundreds of suction cups to keep it in place, and large holes in the mat allow water to flow through and prevent mold in the process. In addition to the clear mat pictured here, there are 21 colors to choose from.

24. This Cozy Bath Mat That's Filled With Soft Memory Foam

This soft memory foam bath mat feels so luxurious, and with 14 colors to choose from, it's sure to look great in your bathroom, too. The absorbent mat is covered in cozy microfiber and filled with memory foam, and it's backed with non-slip PVC dots to keep it in place.

25. This Antimicrobial Shower Liner That Has 15,000+ Reviews

With over 15,000 reviews and a 4.7 overall rating, this mildew-resistant shower liner is definitely a fan-favorite on Amazon. Made from PEVA, the nontoxic, antimicrobial shower liner can be used alone or paired with your favorite decorative shower curtain.

26. These Bamboo & Cotton Towels That Are Naturally Antimicrobial

These bamboo cotton towels are soft, absorbent, and durable, and they come in two chic colors: gray or blue-green. The bamboo fiber makes these towels naturally antimicrobial. Plus, you get four large towels for $25, so they're a great deal, too.

27. These Fragrance-Infused Drawer Liners That Subtly Scent Clothes & Linens

These scented drawer liners are infused with fragrance to keep stored items smelling fresh. Sold in a pack of six sheets, the liners are easy to cut and place into drawers or on shelves, and there are three scents to choose from: English Lavender, English Rose, or Fresh Linen.

28. This Deodorizer That Keeps Your Fridge Fresh For 6 Months

Eliminate odors in the fridge and keep produce fresh for longer with this fragrance-free refrigerator deodorizer, which removes excess moisture and prevents mold growth to boot. The compact, leak-proof deodorizer can be placed anywhere in the fridge or freezer and works for up to six months.

29. These Colorful Liners That Keep Your Fridge Clean

Give your fridge a colorful makeover with these BPA-free refrigerator liners, which keep the shelves clean and provide a nice pop of color. Made from porous foam, the liners are lightweight, non-stick, and sold in a pack of seven (three blue, two pink, and two green). Plus, they're a breeze to clean.

30. These Dryer Balls That Makes Your Laundry Dry Faster & Feel Softer

Toss a few of these wool dryer balls in with your laundry and not only will they shorten your dry-time (and thus your electric bill), but they will also makes your laundry softer.

31. A Smart Light Bulb That You Can Dim For The Perfect Mood Lighting

Using the Kasa app, these Wi-Fi-enabled light bulbs allow you to control your lights from anywhere and they can even connect to Alexa and Google Assistant. Plus these bulbs are even dimmable for ultimate lighting control.

32. An Automatic Air Freshener That Lasts For Months

With the option to set it to spray every 9, 18, or 36 minutes, the Glade automatic spray starter kit ensures that your bathroom (or living room or garage or so on) always smells fresh and clean. This kit comes with a Clean Linen fragrance, but it can be refilled with one of Glade's many scent options.

33. A Charging Station To Keep All Your Electronics Organized & Ready To Go

The Simicore charging station is a multiple-device charging hub that's compatible with both Apple and Android devices. It has four ports to dock your devices and comes with two Lightening cables, one micro USB, and one Type-C cable — but you can also use your own cords should you need more or less of any given type.

34. A Set Of Candles That Smell Amazing & Look Pretty Too

Not only do these aromatherapy candles smell amazing, they also come in in beautifully decorated tins. This set comes with four natural soy wax candles in different soothing scents: rose, lavender, lemon, and fig. Bustle may receive a portion of sales from products purchased from this article, which was created independently of Bustle's editorial and sales departments.

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