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55 Cool Things Under $25 That Are Just The Right Amount Of Weird

These unique finds are positively intriguing.

by BDG Commerce
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You know that sweet spot between totally normal and “what the heck is this?” That’s where the real gems live. Sometimes you just need a little something quirky—a fun gadget or offbeat find that makes life more interesting without venturing into full-on bizarre territory. This list is packed with clever, slightly weird picks that are equal parts practical and delightful. The best part? Everything’s under $25. So, if you’re ready to embrace your inner oddball and snag some fun, affordable treasures, let’s get into it.

1Adorable Stud Earrings That Look Like An Animal Is Biting Your Ear

I don’t think anything more adorable than these earrings exists. Fashioned like a stud, the earrings come with six different animals and are designed to look like they’re biting your earlobe to stay there. They’re super small and feature a standard post backing that keeps them secure on your ear.

  • Available styles: 11

2Panda Hand Warmers You Can Recharge To Use Over & Over When It’s Cold

These panda hand warmers are adorable and eco-friendly. On a full charge, they'll keep your hands warm for up to 20 hours. Their ergonomic design fits perfectly in your palm. Use them for outdoor adventures, or just while you're walking down the street. You’ll also love their cute panda design.

3A Wicker Basket With An Elephant Head Accent

Instantly elevate your kitchen decor and display your favorite produce at the same time with this durable wicker basket. It has a ton of storage to hold apples and oranges, bread, snacks — you name it — and it features a wicker elephant head and trunk on the side for an added touch of whimsy and fun. It also comes in other animal designs like a fawn and a bull.

4A Demure Eyeglass Holder With A Magnetic Base

The most unique part about this glasses holder is that it has a detachable magnetic base that keeps it upright and sturdy no matter what’s inside. It has a plush inner lining that’s gentle on your glasses, and it comes in a ton of fun outer patterns so you can find one to match your personality.

5Cat-Shaped Door Hooks That Can Hold Up To 20 Pounds

These cat-shaped hooks hang over your closet, bedroom, mudroom, or bathroom door and can hold up to 20 pounds of coats, backpacks, purses, towels, and other daily must-haves. Each hanging organizer features two paw-shaped hooks on which you can hang your things. They’re made of durable metal with a rust-free coating that’s safe to use in humid bathrooms.

6A Wine Cooler Bag That Holds 2 Bottles & Has A Built-In Dispenser

Pour up to two bottles of wine directly into the inner pouch of this cooler bag so you can have your favorite vino on the beach, at the park, or anywhere else you want it. It has a hidden spout that sticks out from the side of the bag for easy access to your drinks.

7Microfiber Hair Towels That Keep Your Mane Moisturized While It Dries

These microfiber hair towels are so soft and gentle on your mane. Their absorbent material dries hair fast, while leaving it moisturized. Elastic bands hold them in place, so you can go about your business while your hair dries. They work with all hair types. They also come in a pack of two, so you’ll always have an extra.

8Thermal Nail Polish That Changes Color Based On Temperature

Sensitive to heat and cold, this thermal nail polish goes on dark blue and then slowly changes to a deep purple and bright green, leaving you with ombre nails that are ever-changing. It has a super sparkly copper finish for extra pizzazz. It features a flat brush that makes applying yourself easy.

9Trendy Claw Clips Shaped Like Stacks Of Colorful Books

If you’re a chronic reader, these claw clips are about to up your fashion game to the max. Shaped like a stack of colorful books, the hair accessories are made of durable acrylic with a smooth hinge and a 3D design that give you a bookish look from all sides. They go with a ton of outfits and are great for you or anyone in your life who might like books more than people.

10A Portable Snackle Box With 8 Removable Inner Containers

This container is so cool, you’re going to wonder how you’ve ever eaten on-the-go without it. It features eight inner compartments that are great for holding all your snacks, as well as a sturdy lid and handles for easy portability. It also comes with eight mini forks and two mini spoons for easily eating while you’re away.

11A Front Seat Car Organizer With Multiple Pockets For Your Road Trip Essentials

Take this front-seat car organizer on your next road trip. It keeps all your stuff within reach, including snacks, water, and tech. Its two side pockets make great cup holders. With reinforced stitching and a strong strap, it can hold heavy objects with ease. Plus, its fabric is easy to clean.

12A 240-Sheet Memo Pad That Reveals A Stunning, Colorful Scene When Ripped

Why settle for an ordinary note pad when you can use this super cool one? It has 240 sheets, and as you rip them each away after you’re done, they reveal a colorful three dimensional tree that looks like a piece of art. It also comes in designs like a castle and the Titanic. It has a built-in pen holder so it can be used as decoration when you’ve used all the sheets.

13A Spinning Air Freshener For Your Car

No air freshener is as fun (and weird) as this little bear piloting a plane with a spinning propeller. It simply clips to your air vent and the bear goes in via magnets for easy assembly. It comes with two fragrance tablets in a cologne and ocean-inspired fragrance.

14A Cat-Shaped Sponge Holder That Suctions To Your Tile

This cat-shaped sponge holder uses a super strong suction cup to stick to your tile wall or sink’s basin. It has paws that grip onto your sponge to keep it secure, and it allows your sponge to be slightly elevated so it can drain any excess water or soap. It has cute ears, a little tail, and tiny feet that won’t scratch your surfaces — even if it looks like it does.

15Shimmery Golden Freckles That Are Easy To Apply & Water Resistant

Who says jewelry is the only way to add sparkle to your look? These makeup patches act like temporary tattoos to add sparkling gold freckles to your nose and cheekbones. Just put the patch on your skin, apply pressure with a damp towel for 60 seconds, then remove and reveal glittering gold freckles. (These faux freckles also come in eight other colors including rose gold, silver, and brown.) They’re resistant yet come off easily with makeup remover.

16Vinyl Record Coasters With A Record Player Stand

These coasters are shaped like vinyl records, complete with a spindle, grooves, and colorful center label like a real record. They have nonslip bottoms that protect your surfaces from scratches, and the grooves in the record collect condensation and prevent it from spilling over. They come in a set of six and they can be stored on a record player base.

17A Cult-Favorite Neck Reading Light With Adjustable Colors & Brightness Levels

This lightweight reading light can be worn around your neck to give you targeted light exactly where you need it so you can read in the dark hands-free. It has three color temperatures — yellow, warm white, and cool white — as well as six brightness levels you can adjust to what you need. It has up to 80 hours of illumination on a single charge.

18Itty Bitty Bookmarks That Look Like Sprouting Plants

Green thumbs and book lovers unite! These bookmarks are for you. Save the corner of your pages from those tricky little dog ears and use these bookmarks instead. They look like itty bitty plants have sprouted from the pages of your current read. They’re made from soft silicone and come in three shades of green.

19A Night-Light Shaped Like A Cherry Blossom Bonsai Tree

Why settle for a boring desk lamp when you can use this cherry blossom-shaped night-light instead. It features delicate rubber-constructed floral accents on the ends of bendable and adjustable branches that let off a soft warm glow that’s great for nighttime. Plus, it has a convenient on/off button located near the base of the lamp.

20An Egg-Shaped Stress Ball That Changes Colors When You Squeeze It

This squeeze egg is a great sensory toy for anyone looking to improve focus, lessen stress, or just keep their hands busy. When squeezed, the white egg turns a ton of different marbleized colors for endless entertainment. And it comes with a removable egg shell stand to keep it displayed between uses.

21A Space-Saving Hanger With 10 Clips

Save tons of space in your closet or clear a drawer with this genius leggings hanger. It has 10 rubber-coated clips that are gentle on fabric. Use it to hold leggings, skirts, jeans, and more.

22Fast-Acting, Heart-Shaped Pimple Patches Packed With Salicylic Acid

Pimple patches are all the rage — not only wearing them overnight to heal acne, but during the day while you’re running errands or going to the office. These heart-shaped ones are packed with salicylic acid, hydrocolloid, and tea tree oil that work penetrate pores, exfoliate, absorb impurities, and combat redness and spot formation in as little as four hours.

23Stackable Cherry-Shaped Measuring Spoons With An Egg Yolk Separator Leaf

Who says measuring spoons need to be boring? These cherry-shaped ones are so adorable you’ll want to display them on your counter instead of hiding them in a cutlery drawer. The set comes with four common sizes from 1 tablespoon to 1/2 teaspoon, and they nest in each other for easy storage on a keychain. Bonus: there’s a leaf-shaped egg tool that separates yolk from whites instantly.

24Color-Changing Lip Oil That Reacts To Your Natural pH Levels

This lip oil reacts to your skin’s natural pH levels to turn into the perfect pink shade for your skin tone. It goes on buttery smooth and gives you a subtle but show-stopping glossy glow that lasts for hours. It’s packed with highly refined shea butter, avocado oil, vitamin E, and apricot and jojoba oil.

25A Big Flippable Mushroom Funnel Made Of BPA-Free Silicone

Everyone needs a funnel in their home, and this mushroom-shaped one does the job while looking adorable when stored in your cutlery drawer. It’s made of flexible BPA-free silicone and has a compact, flippable design that’s super easy to clean. It’s great for dispensing oils, wine, spices, dishwashing liquids, hand soaps — you name it — from one container into another.

26Funny Notepads That Reviewers Love

Make your to-do lists and notes a little more fun with this set of four notepads with funny puns and illustrations at the top. The mini pads measure 4.25 by 5.5 inches and they have earned an impressive 4.8-star overall rating on Amazon.

27A Meat Tenderizer With 48 Sharp Blades For A Dish That's Easier To Eat

This meat tenderizer makes you feel like a professional chef. With 48 sharp blades, it breaks down the connective tissues in meat, making your meal easier to eat. This also reduces cooking time by up to 40 percent. Just press down with its ergonomic handle. It cuts through tough tissue in seconds.

28Cable Clips With A Cute Thumb Shape To Organize Your Desk Or Nightstand

These cable clips are the cutest way to organize your cords. They come in a pack of 12, in three different hues that let you color code. Made of stretchy silicone, they wrap around cables and cords of any size. They'll stick to any flat surface, including desks and nightstands.

29Rainbow Slime That’s Squishy, Stretchy & Super Fun

This rainbow slime is a great alternative to a traditional fidget toy. Not only is the color-changing surface endlessly entertaining to look at, but you can squish, twist, stretch, squeeze, and more, which can help improve focus and reduce stress and anxiety. It’s made of high-grade, hypoallergenic materials and comes in a container to store.

30Key Hooks For Your Purse Or Backpack

Sick of digging in your bag to find your keys? This pair of clips are designed to make it easy to spot them. Pop one in your purse and the other one in a backpack.

31Panda Webcam Covers For Extra Privacy When You’re On Your Laptop

Protect your privacy with these panda webcam covers. They work on most laptops, smartphones, and tablets, covering your camera when it's not in use. Just peel and stick to keep prying eyes away. They’ll last as long as your devices do. Plus, their cute panda design adds a cute flair to your tech.

32A Mushroom-Shaped Spoon Rest That’s Dishwasher Safe

Add a little personality to your kitchen with this fun mushroom spoon rest. It’s well sized, measuring nearly 8 inches long and it’s dishwasher safe for fast and easy cleaning.

33A Chicken Shredder With Ergonomic Handles That Are Easy To Hold While You Cook

This chicken shredder makes meal prep so much easier. Its ergonomic handles and nonslip base make it easy to use. Just add chicken and twist to shred meat with minimal effort. It's made of food-grade material, and it's dishwasher-safe. It also works well on fish and veggies.

34Papaya-Packed Face Cleanser With A Powder-To-Lather Formula

The natural papaya enzyme in this cleanser exfoliates skin while the Hawaiian noni fruit works to improve overall skin health to help you get your naturally glowing complexion. It has a powder-to-lather formula so all have to do is use a pea sized amount of powder, combine with water and rub together until a lather forms.

35A Rubber Chicken Purse With An Inner Nylon Lining

If you’re looking to make a fashion statement with your accessories, you need to check out this rubber chicken purse. Yep, you heard that right — this bag is made of rubber with nylon handles and an inner nylon lining. The bag is super easy to clean and is sure to be an eye-catching addition to your wardrobe.

36A 5-In-1 Kitchen Utensil With A Super Small Footprint

This clever kitchen tool features a slotted spoon, solid spoon, spatula, turner, and cutting tool all in one. It’s made from tough nylon and is heat resistant up to 480 degrees. Great for anyone short on storage space in the kitchen, this tool is a great all-in-one option that gives you a ton of utensils in one easy to use tool.

37A USB-Charged Humidifier In The Shape Of A Coffee Cup

Measuring just 5.1 inches tall and 3.54 inches wide, this humidifier shaped like a coffee cup holds up to 300 milliliters of water and operates super softly so it won’t disturb your sleep. It charges via USB and operates wirelessly so you can take it with you anywhere. Plus, it has a ton of safety features like automatically shutting off when it runs out of water.

38A Hiccup Straw That’s Reusable, Portable, & Dishwasher-Safe

This hiccup straw is clinically proven to work fast. Here's how: it activates your vagus and phrenic nerves, disrupting the reflex that makes you hiccup. According to the Journal of the American Medical Association, it's 92 percent effective. You may have also seen it on Shark Tank.

39Silicone Lids To Stop Splattering For A Way Easier Clean After You Cook

If you’ve ever had to scrub the inside of a microwave, try these silicone lids. They come in a pack of seven, so you're sure to find the right fit. They’re heat resistant up to 450 degrees Fahrenheit, and their silicone material is food-safe. You can also store them in the fridge.

40A Warm Beanie With A Built-in Headlamp

The brilliance of this beanie is that it gives you hands-free light and warm ears all in one. It’s super soft and cozy, providing excellent insulation in the cold months. And the detachable headlamp clips onto the front, features three adjustable brightness levels with eight hours of run time on a single charge.

  • Available styles: 65

41Hedgehog-Shaped Hand Towels That Are Shaggy & Absorbent

These hand towels are made of chenille material in solid and clumpy nubs that can absorb up to 400 milliliters of water each, so you can trust they’re so absorbent. Each one has a cute hedgehog design with a little face and nose. Plus, they feature a convenient attached rope so you can hang the towel on a hook or rod to store or dry.

42A Foaming, Carbonated Clay Face Mask That Deeply Cleanses

This professional-grade clay mask uses infused CO2 to carbonate and bubble up on your skin and activated charcoal to deeply cleanse and detoxify to reveal a glowing and clean complexion. It comes with an applicator brush and goes on milky smooth before it starts to bubble.

43Dusting Gloves Made Of High Quality Microfibers To Pick Up Particles From Any Surface

These dusting gloves make cleaning way more fun. Swipe them over any surface to pick up particles. Their high-quality microfiber material effectively removes dust. Wash them off with soap and water for an easy clean. When you buy, you’ll receive three pairs for convenience.

44Reparative Hand Masks Packed With Coconut Oil & Hyaluronic Acid

This set of six repairing hand masks are packed with milk extract, coconut oil, and hyaluronic acid to deeply moisturize, nourish, and heal dry, rough skin. Just slip your hand into the lotion-packed gloves, leave them on for 20 minutes, and then remove the gloves and massage excess lotion into your hands. It’s that easy.

45Lavender Steam Masks To Relax Your Eyes & Face

Relax and enjoy warm, moist heat with this five-pack of lavender steam eye masks. They can help you relax and rejuvenate after a long day of staring at screens and are a nice touch on spa nights at home. Each mask provides 20 minutes of warmth.

46Adorable Planter Pots With 3D Kitten Designs

Make an adorable home for your favorite succulents and cacti in these planters that feature six different three dimensional, hand-panted kittens on them. They’re made of high-quality glazed ceramic and boast a drainage hole in the bottom so you don’t have to worry about over watering. If cats aren’t your thing, these pots also come in a god form.

47An Adorable Mushroom Blanket That Glows In The Dark To Make Bedtime Fun

This adorable mushroom blanket is sure to enchant both kids and adults. Leave it in the light for 20 minutes, and it'll glow in the dark to make bedtime fun. Made of soft microfleece, it's lightweight and warm. Pack it in the car for camping trips, or take it to school for nap time.

48A Clever Tool For Separating Eggs

Separating eggs has never been as fun or easy as it will be using this strange silicone tool. Simply squeeze the frog-shaped tool to suction up yolks and again to spit them out to separate them completely. The tool is dishwasher safe for easy cleaning.

49Silicone Sea Animal Straw Toppers For A Cute, Unique Way To Protect Your Drink

If you don’t buy these silicone sea animal straw toppers, water you even doing? Not only are they too cute, but they protect your drink while you go about your day. They’re reusable and BPA-free. You can take your tumbler anywhere, from school to work to fun nights with friends. If you’re only using one or two, don’t be shellfish — share the rest.

50A Ceramic Pig-Shaped Planter Shaped With LED Eyes

Great for your patio, balcony, or garden, this pig-shaped planter has a wide back opening for your succulents, herbs, flowers, or other small plants. It also has solar-powered LED eyes that automatically turn on at dusk and off at dawn to brighten up your outdoor space without any additional tools. If you don’t dig pigs, this planter comes in chicken, mushroom, hedgehog, and duck varieties, too.

51A Little Ceramic Pot Shaped Like A Tooth

Add a little fun to your desk or windowsill with this strange little ceramic tooth-shaped pot. You can use it to hold a small potted plant like a succulent, an air plant, or even as a holder for pens and pencils. The pot is nearly 4 inches tall.

52An Inflatable Foot Rest With 2 Levels To Choose From

Coach will feel a little more like first class with this inflatable foot rest under your feet. It deflates and rolls up to be compact enough to throw in your carry on — and it weighs just 0.8 pounds. You can inflate it to different levels and it is designed to be fast and easy to deflate at the end of your flight.

53A Little Ladybug Vacuum To Clean Off Your Desktop While You Work

This little ladybug vacuum is the sweetest addition to any desk. It vacuums up dust and crumbs to clean any surface. Since it's so compact, it reaches spots (pun intended) that are otherwise hard to clean. All it takes are two AA batteries. You’ll feel luckier than ever just looking at it.

54Fuzzy Animal Slippers With A Plush, Padded Footbed

These are the last slippers you’ll ever own because they’re so comfortable, so cozy, and so darn cute. They feature a padded footbed for added support, a super plush outer and inner lining, and traction dots on the sole to keep you from slipping and sliding around while you’re wearing them.

  • Available styles: 8
  • Available sizes: Small — XX-Large

55Swedish Dishcloths That Are More Sustainable Than Single-Use Paper Towels

If you’re looking for sustainable kitchen swaps, these Swedish dishcloths are a perfect place to start. They work wet or dry to pick up spills. Made of soft cellulose, they're lightweight and absorbent. You can use them over and over again. Best of all, their cat designs are paws-itively adorable.

56A Quirky Phone Stand That Works Vertically & Horizontally

Don’t settle for a boring phone stand — pick up this pink silicone stand that’s shaped like a pair of boots. It can hold your phone vertically or horizontally and is just as great for use at home as it is on the go (like on an airplane).

57This Multifunctional Opener Tool That’s Wildly Useful

Open a jar of marinara, a can of soda, a bottle of beer, and a twist-cap bottle of wine — it’s all easier to do with this genius multifunctional opener tool. Even better, it’s magnetic, so you can store it on your fridge.

58Moisturizing Heel Socks Enriched With Vitamin E & Olive Oil

Heal dry patches and cracks in your heels as you sleep with this four-pack of moisturizing sleep socks. They’re enriched with vitamin E, and olive and jojoba seed oils. The material is stretchy and velvety-soft yet breathable thanks to the open-toe design.

59An Onion Keeper That Keeps Your Fridge Smelling Fresh

If you’re sick of your fridge smelling when you store a cut onion in it, grab this onion keeper. It has a see-through lid, making it easy to keep track of freshness and the container is dishwasher safe.

60Telescoping Mini Squeegees For Car Mirrors

Make it easier to see our your side view mirrors in the car with this two-pack of mini squeegees. The layered head makes quick work of droplets, the handle is soft and easy to grip, and they have telescoping sections that make them up to 39 inches long for extra reach.

61A Tool For Making Crispy Bacon In The Microwave

It’s possible to get crispy bacon without firing up your oven or stovetop with this microwave bacon cooker. It keeps the bacon out of excess grease, making it 35% less fatty. Even better, it comes apart for neater storage and is dishwasher safe.

62Blue Glowing Night-Lights That Come In A Pack Of 4

Night-lights can be pricey, but this set comes with four of them for less than $15. They have a cool blue glow and a sensor that makes them flip on at dusk and off at dawn.

63Sparkly Coasters For Your Car’s Cup Holders

At first glance they seem incredibly niche, but you’d be surprised how much you come to appreciate these car cup holder coasters. The deep nonslip silicone base holds travel mugs securely while catching drips, crumbs, and condensation. Plus, their sparkly rims will make even the most mundane commute feel that much more fun, especially if you opt for a bright color like the one shown here.

  • Available sizes: 2 pack — 4 pack
  • Available colors: 32

64A Natural Foot File Made From Lava Stone

Formed from volcanic lava, pumice stones are the OG callus removers: Their natural texture scrubs away dry skin to reveal soft feet. These stones have been polished smooth and drilled with a hole for hanging, with a waterproof nylon rope and sturdy suction cup. Just a few swipes is all it takes to keep your feet looking their best.

65A Whimsical Toothpick Dispenser

If you use toothpicks often, it’s worth getting a cute container for them — and this one deserves your consideration. It’s made from polished wood (primarily beech or walnut) in multiple twee styles, from the polished mushroom shown here to a tiny tree and a small cat. They’ll hold anywhere from 100 to 200 toothpicks, depending on the design you choose, each with a shaker lid that easily twists apart to refill.

  • Available colors: 3

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