We’ve all got problems. Some of those problems are bigger than others but there are some that we don’t know we have until the solution slaps us in the face in a coulda-had-a-V-8 kind of way. There are hacks for everything, of course, but we're not talking about solutions like soaking your oven racks in a bathtub full of detergent. We’re talking about little gadgets that make a huge difference in our lives — and there's a lot to be discovered on Amazon.
Amazon has tons of under-the-radar tools and trinkets that can make a day or a trip easier. We’ve sorted through the catalog and picked out some of our favorite problem solving products to pass along to you.
From a couch cup holder to a tool to turn your sink into a water fountain, your life is about to get a lot easier. Scroll down and get ready to add to cart.
This is such a simple idea, but it might make road trips and errands a heckuva lot easier. This trunk organizer is designed to corral the clutter in your car. It fits in the back of an SUV, sedan or hatchback and has a cooler bag and three compartments with removable dividers to keep things neat and orderly.
“The hubby loves it,” wrote a sly gift giver. “He was seriously thinking 'why did she buy me a laptop bag?' Then he opened it and I tell ya what. It was like a woman having pockets on a dress. He was like: 'There is so much room so many places to put all the things!'"
There's no way to get around amassing cables, but they don't have to stress you out, thanks to the Tidywrap. This little contraption attaches to any small appliance so you can wrap the cord up and get it out of the way. Upright vacuum cleaners come with a similar device, and after using this once, you'll wonder why everything with a cable doesn't come with one.
"I got this for my minimalist husband who hates getting 'things' for gifts, almost as much as he hates clutter," wrote a doting wife. "He was practically giddy after we installed several of these on various kitchen appliances. It’s not just storage - but moving the appliance around from its storage location to the countertop is a nicer experience. He was seriously swinging around a food processor with one hand saying 'this is so much neater!'"
If you own a microwave, you've likely had to clean up a few messes. And even more likely, it wasn't a chore you enjoyed. That probably won't change with the Angry Mama Microwave Cleaner, but it will be a lot easier. Just fill her up with some vinegar and water, put her in the microwave, hit start and let her work her magic. When she's done, you just wipe out the oven.
"I was skeptical but this little thing works great," wrote a cleaning convert. "Without it I would have to scrub it down hard which of course takes time and is annoying….with this I just put it in….then wiped everything down quickly with a paper towel. Bought a couple for friends too!"
Dixie cups, reusable plastic cups or just cupping your hand — there just isn't a great way to rinse your mouth when you brush your teeth. Not so, says people who know the Tapi. The Tapi is a rubber attachment that turns your faucet into a water fountain (or bubbler if you're from Wisconsin). It covers the opening of the faucet and water runs through it, but if you pinch the bottom, the water is redirected up to make a fountain. You can drink from it or use it to rinse out your mouth.
"I love this little gadget," a grateful shopper wrote. "I’m one of those people who hates the process of brushing my teeth for many reasons but this thing makes it a little less tedious."
We've all gotten a little more comfortable watching TV over the last couple of years, but there's one thing that can make it even more comfortable: the Watruer Sofa Cup Holder. This silicone gadget fits snugly over the arm of a couch or recliner and holds your beverage in place. No more reaching to the coffee table for a sip of soda!
"I bought this for the sofa in our motorhome and we absolutely love it," shared one rave reviewer. "It is very stable and I don't worry any more about my cup falling off the arm of the sofa when I get up or down or move around on the couch." Another happy drinker simply wrote: "Fits a martini glass. Ten stars."
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Insignia Class F20 Series 24-inch HD Fire TV, $100 with on-page coupon (was $170), amazon.com
Amazon Fire TV 55-inch 4-Series 4K Smart TV, $350 (was $520), amazon.com
Bigasuo Upgrade HD Bluetooth Projector with Built in DVD Player, $140 with on-page coupon (was $250), amazon.com
Hisense 50-inch Class R6 Series Dolby Vision 4K Roku Smart TV, $290 (was $450), amazon.com
P-Jing 120-inch Projection Movie Screen, $21 (was $50), amazon.com
Samsung A550 A Series Sound Bar, $158 (was $278), amazon.com
Hisense HS205 2.0ch Sound Bar, $70 (was $100), amazon.com
TCL 32-inch 3-Series 720p Roku Smart TV, $158 (was $230), amazon.com
Headphone, earbud, smartwatch and tablet deals:
Kvidio Bluetooth Over Ear Headphones, $25 with on-page coupon (was $36), amazon.com
Apple AirPods, $119 (was $159), amazon.com
Tozo T6 True Wireless Earbuds Bluetooth Headphones, $24 with on-page coupon (was $30), amazon.com
Tagry Bluetooth Wireless Earbuds, $28 with on-page coupon (was $50), amazon.com
Tozo T10 Bluetooth 5.3 Wireless Earbuds, $22 with on-page coupon (was $40), amazon.com
Apple AirPods Pro, $197 (was $249), amazon.com
Fitbit Versa 3 Health & Fitness Smartwatch, $161 (was $230), amazon.com
Samsung Chromebook 4, $127 (was $230), amazon.com
Moto G fast, $150 (was $200), amazon.com
2021 Apple iPad Mini (WiFi, 64gb), $409 (was $499), amazon.com
Motorola One 5G Ace, $250 (was $400), amazon.com
Fitbit Versa 2 Health and Fitness Smartwatch, $110 (was $150), amazon.com
Dying Light 2 Stay Human for PlayStation 5, $40 (was $60), amazon.com
Lego Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga for Nintendo Switch, $46 (was $60), amazon.com
Uncharted: Legacy of Thieves Collection for PlayStation 5, $30 (was $50), amazon.com
Sceptre Curved 24-inch 75Hz Professional LED Monitor, $130 (was $230), amazon.com
Elden Ring for PlayStation 5, $50 (was $60), amazon.com
Kasa Outdoor Smart Plug, $20 (was $25), amazon.com
YoLink Mini Plug, $22 (was $30), amazon.com
Echo Show 15, $250 (was $335), amazon.com
Kasa Smart Plug Power Strip, $47 (was $80), amazon.com
Hathaspace Smart Air Purifier, $230 (was $300), amazon.com
iRobot Roomba 694 Robot Vacuum, $180 (was $274), amazon.com
Eufy RoboVac G30 Robot Vacuum with Smart Dynamic Navigation, $230 (was $320), amazon.com
Puetz Handheld Steam Cleaner, $49 with on-page coupon (was $70), amazon.com
iRobot Roomba i3 EVO, $249 (was $350), amazon.com
eufy by Anker BoostIQ RoboVac 15C, $150 (was $230), amazon.com
Whall Cordless Vacuum Cleaner, $117 with on-page coupon (was $200), amazon.com
DB Moon Women's Casual Summer Maxi Dress, $27 (was $47), amazon.com
Omystyle Purse Organizer Insert for Handbag, Medium, $13 (was $29), amazon.com
Travando Mens Slim Wallet with Money Clip, $22.50 with on-page coupon (was $35), amazon.com
Auselily Women's Short Sleeve Loose Casual Maxi Dress, $33 with on-page coupon (was $53), amazon.com
Bishuige Women Summer T Shirt Dress, $28 with on-page coupon (was $41), amazon.com
Ultrean Air Fryer, $50 with on-page coupon (was $96), amazon.com
Crock-Pot 3.5-quart Casserole Manual Slow Cooker, $50 (was $70), amazon.com
Kizen Digital Meat Thermometer, $13 with on-page coupon (was $20), amazon.com
Lodge L8SK3 10-1/4-inch Pre-Seasoned Skillet, $20 (was $30), amazon.com
Mialoe Portable Blender, $20 (was $26), amazon.com
Ninja SP301 Dual Heat Air Fry Countertop 13-in-1 Oven, $180 with on-page coupon (was $300), amazon.com
Pura D'Or Biotin Original Gold Label Anti-Thinning Shampoo & Conditioner Set, $36 with on-page coupon (was $50), amazon.com
M3 Naturals Anti Cellulite Massage Oil, $19 (was $50), amazon.com
Biotin Shampoo and Conditioner Set for Hair Growth, $25 (was $40), amazon.com
Andalou Naturals Hyaluronic Dmae Lift Firm Skin Cream, $16 (was $27), amazon.com
Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Retinol Anti-Wrinkle Moisturizer with SPF 30 Sunscreen, $16.50 (was $20), amazon.com
3M Patch Plus Primer 4-in-1 2-pack, $15 (was $16), amazon.com
LuxClub's 6pc King Bamboo Sheet Set, $38 (was $62), amazon.com
Mellanni Queen Sheet Set, $35 (was $50), amazon.com
Beckham Hotel Collection Bed Pillows 2-pack, $26 with on-page coupon (was $43), amazon.com
Fern and Willow Queen Pillow 2-pack, $27.50 with coupon (was $50), amazon.com
Command Picture Hanging Strips, $3 (was $6), amazon.com
Aveeno Protect + Hydrate Moisturizing Face SPF 60 Sunscreen Lotion, $9 (was $11), amazon.com
Veva Air Purifier, $100 with on-page coupon (was $200), amazon.com
Pure Gem Single Use Disposable Blue Face Masks (pack of 100), $10 (was $20), amazon.com
Pure Enrichment PureZone Medium-Large Room Air Purifier, $80 with on-page coupon (was $100), amazon.com
Dr Teal's Sleep Spray with Melatonin & Essential Oils, $9 (was $34), amazon.com
Katchy Automatic Indoor Insect and Flying Bugs Trap, $34 with on-page coupon (was $48), amazon.com
Advanced 16-4-8 Balanced NPK Lawn Food Quality Liquid Fertilizer, $20 (was $30), amazon.com
Sun Joe TJ604E 16-inch 13.5-Amp Electric Garden Tiller/Cultivator, $130 (was $169), amazon.com
Outland Living Rectangle Plastic Planter Box 4-pack, $61 (was $110), amazon.com
Gorilla Grip Extra Thick Water Resistant Comfortable Kneeling Pad, $17 (was $33), amazon.com
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