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The 50 Most Clever Things For Your Home On Amazon You Never Knew Existed

Get ready for these genius home upgrades.

Written by Amanda Pellegrino
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Amazon is packed with home essentials that solve so many problems you didn’t even know you had. Short on counter space in your kitchen? There are under-the-cabinet hanging utensil hooks. Need to organize all the purses in your closet? Here’s some over-the-door bag storage. Do your recipes keep coming out weird? You need a digital scale for accurate measuring

The list doesn’t stop there. Here are 50 of the most clever things for your home on Amazon that you never knew existed.

1A Handheld Strainer With A Bottom Drip Plug To Separate Liquids & Fat

This strainer makes separating solids and liquids, or fat from oil, easy and mess-free. The lid features an ergonomic handle and a built-in strainer that’s cold- and heat-resistant, to separate solids from drippings when making stews, dressings, or sauces. The handle also features a clever button that, when pressed, opens the drip plug to release liquids out of the bottom of the container after they’ve been separated.

2A Neutral Container For Storing Disinfecting Wipes

Make sure even your disinfecting wipes fit in with your home’s vibe with this decorative dispenser. It fits both 35-count and 75-to-80-count containers and boasts an airtight seal to keep your wipes moist so they last as long as possible. Just slip the original container inside, remove the lid, feed wipes through the dispenser’s lid, and you can discreetly display your wipes in your kitchen or bathroom.

3These Under-Sink Organizers That Have A Shelf & A Drawer

Get the space under your kitchen or bathroom sink looking better than ever when you have these organizers. They have two tiers — one stationary shelf and one sliding drawer — and use nonslip feet to ensure secure placement under your sink. If you’ve been searching for a way to organize your cleaning supplies, makeup, or toiletries, look no further.

4An In-Drawer Organizer For Your Plastic Bags

This in-drawer bag dispenser and organizer comes with three slots to keep your different sized plastic bags — gallon, quart, and snack — tidy and accessible. Simply remove the lid, insert your plastic bags without the box they came in, reattach the lid, and your drawer will be clutter-free. It also includes 24 removable labels to make sure you always know what you have.

5This Glass Olive Oil Holder With A Silicone Dispenser Brush

After you fill this dispenser with your favorite olive oil or vinegar, it can be used two ways. First, use the dropper — with a pre-measured tube — to pour the exact amount of oil you want on a salad or roasted veggies. Or, use the brush to evenly distribute oil on a cookie sheet or pan. The silicone dropper and brush are heat resistant up to 482 degrees, and the glass container can hold 6 ounces at a time.

6This Slim Storage Shelf That Slides Into Small Spaces

If you have an extra 5 inches between cabinets or appliances (or anywhere), take advantage of it with this narrow storage cart. The unit has three sturdy tiers for stowing snacks, cleaning products, or laundry supplies, and the wheels make it easy to slide in and out of small spaces.

7This Bestselling Digital Scale For Accurate Baking & Cooking Measurements

With over 114,000 five-star reviews, this digital food scale is a bestseller on Amazon. What makes it great? First of all, it can accurately measure in five different units (ounces, pounds, milligrams, grams, and fluid ounces). It has a backlit screen for easy visibility and a stainless steel surface that you can simply wipe clean.

8These Under-Cabinet Hooks That Rotate 360 Degrees

If you’re short on counter space in your kitchen, you’re going to love these under-cabinet hooks. Installed with adhesive tape to the underside of a top cabinet, these hangers have six hooks and can hold 4.4 pounds in total, making them great for cooking utensils. And they rotate 360 degrees to make sure you have easy access to your utensils, dish towels, pot holders, or whatever else you need to get off the counter.

9This Foldable, Portable Mat That Turns Any Surface Into An Ironing Board

Short on space? Check out this portable ironing mat. The cotton mat can turn your washer/dryer, cabinet, bed, dresser — you name it — into an ironing board in seconds. It can handle temperatures up to 200 degrees, making it great whether you’re traveling or simply don’t feel like taking the whole ironing board out for a quick touchup.

10A Sleek & Tidy Plastic Bag Dispenser That Mounts To A Wall Or Cabinet

Attach this dispenser to the inside of a cabinet or the wall of your pantry and keep all your plastic bags organized and ready to go. The fingerprint-proof stainless steel container features an opening at the top where you insert the bags and a slit on the side from which you pull them out. Plus, it can be installed with adhesive stickers or screws, depending on where you want it to live in your home.

11These Stylish LED Puck Lights That Are Remote Controlled

Because these LED puck lights are battery-powered, you can use them to brighten up your closet, kitchen cabinets, garage — you name it — no outlet required. They emit a warm white glow, and they’re controlled either with a tap or via remote to turn on and off, dim, and set a 15, 30, 60, or 120-minute timer.

12This Compact Veggie Spiralizer That Also Slices, Grates, & Juices

Save a ton of space in your kitchen with this eight-in-one produce spiralizer. Beyond its three spiralizer blades for perfect zoodles and squash ribbon, this 10-inch tall tool also has blades for grating cheese and carrots, juicing citrus, and emulsifying berries, all while keeping the contents inside the 12-ounce container, making it a total kitchen powerhouse.

13This Highly Rated Flat Wall Charger With 2 USB Ports

Charge two devices in one plug with this flat wall charger. Not only does it sit flush against the wall so it can be used safely behind couches, beds, or furniture without worrying about bending, but it also features two USB ports to make the most of your outlet. It’s no wonder this handy find has a 4.7-star rating on Amazon after 13,000-plus reviews.

14A Silicone Tray To Organize Your Kitchen Sink Or Countertop

Protect your countertops and keep things looking cute and organized with this silicone tray. The raised, textured design keeps your things elevated over any fallen liquid, and it features a higher edge to keep any spills off your countertop. It’s also heat resistant up to 450 degrees, which makes it great for hot tools, French presses, and more, and it’s dishwasher-safe for a super easy cleanup.

15This Adhesive Draft Stopper With A Reinforced Bottom

This draft stopper not only maintains temperature control in your home, but also helps keep out noise, water, unwanted insects, and dust. With super strong 3M adhesive, the draft stopper sticks directly to the interior bottom of your door and can be trimmed to fit the exact length you need. Plus, it has three-tiered reinforcement at the bottom edge for extra protection.

16A Food Container Lid Organizer With Adjustable Dividers

If you’ve ever opened a kitchen cabinet only to have plastic lids tumble out, this organizer is for you. With five adjustable dividers, you can customize the organizer to fit the exact size and amount of lids you have so everything stays upright and accessible. The whole thing can be put together in a matter of minutes to instantly make your kitchen more organized.

17These Reusable Dishcloths That Absorb 20 Times Their Weight

Whether you’re looking to reduce your single-use paper products or just want something super absorbent, these Swedish dishcloths are exactly what you need. Reusable up to 100 times each, they’re machine-washable and last typically between nine to 12 months. Plus, they absorb 20 times their weight in liquid, which makes them as great for drying dishes and wiping up spills as they are for dusting and general cleaning.

18A Bamboo Utensil Drawer Organizer That’s Adjustable

Get your utensil drawer into tip top shape with this organizer. Not only is it adjustable from 13.2 to 20 inches to fit the width of your drawer perfectly, but with up to nine compartments in total, the organizer can keep all your spoons, forks, knives, and other kitchen essentials orderly. Plus, it’s water resistant and can be easily cleaned with a damp cloth.

19A Rotating Storage Container With Handy Dividers

This clear turntable spins 360 degrees so you can always find and access exactly what you’re looking for, a handy feature that earned it a 4.8-star rating on Amazon. Great for your kitchen or bathroom countertop because of its small footprint and three-compartment design, the turntable can store spices, condiments, or everything you need for your nighttime skincare routine. Plus, the raised edges make sure everything stays secure, and you can remove the bins for maximum convenience.

20A Pack Of Over-The-Door Organizers To Keep All Your Bags In One Spot

Get your purses off the backs of chairs and in one spot with the help of these over-the-door organizers. Each one in this pack of two requires no installation — just hooks over the door — and features four large, clear pockets for totes and structured bags, and two small pockets for clutches and crossbody bags. These organizers are also great for towels, paper products, crafting supplies, blankets, and more.

21An Over-The-Sink Dish Rack That Rolls Up For Easy Storage

This over-the-sink dish rack is perfect if you’re tight on counterspace. The stainless steel rods are waterproof and rust-proof, and their ends are covered with a nonslip silicone to protect your counter and sink from scratches. It’s sturdy too, and can hold up to 33 pounds. And the best part? When you’re not using it, simply roll it up to easily store it.

22A Tumbler Lid Organizer That Holds Up To 10 Lids

Keep all your tumbler lids organized and in one place with this super clever lid storage rack. It has a simple vertical design, and you just slide the metal holder through the mouthpiece of the tumbler lids, and stack up to 10 on top of each other. Say goodbye to rummaging through a pile of lids to find the one you need and hello to stacked organization.

23This Reusable Roller That Removes Pet Hair From Fabric

If you have a shedding furry friend, this pet hair remover is a no brainer — just ask the 114,000 reviewers who gave it a five-star rating. Just roll it back and forth on your couch, chair, low-pile rugs, car seats, or clothes and watch the stray hair disappear as the nylon fabric catches it. When you’re done, press the button to remove the collected hair in the center and dispose of it for good.

24A Popular Digital Meat Thermometer With A Temperature Chart

Whether you’re a grill master or a cooking newbie, this meat thermometer is a must-have for perfectly cooked proteins every single time. It’s waterproof and backlit for convenience, and presents an accurate temperature reading in under three seconds. And it features a temperature reference on the handle and a handy hanging hook so you can store it on your grill when you’re not using it.

25An Easy-To-Clean Hair Catcher That Helps Keep Your Shower Drain Clog-Free

Stop showering with an inch of water at your feet because your drain is clogged. Instead, get this hair catcher. It fits inside the drain, with a stainless steel base that allows for water drainage while the center cylinder collects hair and other debris. Just remove the plastic center catcher, pull any trapped hair off, dispose, and reuse. Problem solved.

26This Stackable Water Bottle Organizer With A 4.8-Star Rating

Keep your extensive reusable water bottle collection organized and easy to access with this stackable holder. Each rack has three bottle slots and can be easily and securely stacked on top of each other to take advantage of vertical storage space. Pro tip: It can also be used to store wine bottles, soda cans, fitness drinks, and more.

27This Clever Outlet Shelf To Hold Your Essentials While They Charge

This outlet shelf can be installed in place of your standard outlet plate, giving you a small shelf to hold your devices while they’re charging — think smart speakers, earbuds, and phones. It can hold up to 10 pounds, and saves space on your countertop, nightstand, desk, and more by adding vertical storage.

28These Food Storage Containers With An Airtight Seal

The wire-hinged airtight lid on these glass jars make them so versatile they’re great for canning, pickling, or simply storing food in the pantry in an effort to keep it fresher longer. They each hold 50.75 ounces (though these jars come in six other sizes) and are transparent so you can always see what’s inside and how much is left. Plus, the set comes with a pack of chalkboard labels to keep your pantry extra-organized.

29These Grippers That Keep Rug Corners From Curling

These V-shaped rug grippers stick to the bottom corners of your rugs to keep them from turning upward and curling (which can pose a tripping hazard). They are weatherproof for indoor or outdoor use, and they don’t stick to the floor so your hardwood or tile is always protected and safe from sticky adhesive residue.

30This Over-The-Door Pantry Organizer With 24 Pockets

These pantry organizers have 24 clear pockets that are perfect for storing condiments, spices, K-cups, cans, and other go-to pantry essentials. They hook to the back of your door for everything you need easy access to. Pro tip: They can also be used in your bathroom to store hand towels, tissues, shampoo, and skincare items — or even a hallway closet for cleaning supplies — so it’s great each order comes with a pack of two.

31A Soap Dispenser That Also Holds Your Sponge

This clever soap dispenser does two things in one. First, it holds up to 13 ounces of dishwashing soap, and you just press down to dispense the perfect amount. Second, it elevates your sponge on the included caddy to save your counter from messy dripping and spilling. Together, it’s a genius cleaning buddy you’ll wonder how you lived without.

32A Sleek Cable Management Box With A Wooden Lid

If you have cables and wires sticking out everywhere behind your desk, media console, or nightstand, check out this management box. Just slip a power strip up to 11.4 inches long inside, plug in all your devices and appliances, string the cords out of the various side slits, and close the lid to immediately clean up and declutter your space.

33An Egg Dispenser That Saves Space In Your Fridge

This egg dispenser takes advantage of vertical storage space in your refrigerator by stacking two slightly tilted shelves to gently feed your eggs out one by one. Though it’s only 3.4 inches wide, it can hold from 12 to 14 large or jumbo eggs, and comes assembled, so you can just put it in your fridge and use — it’s that easy.

34This 2-Compartment Holder For Your Remote & Essentials

Put this organizer on your couch’s side table or your bedroom’s nightstand so you have a convenient spot for all those remotes you’re always somehow misplacing. It has two compartments that can store all your essentials while keeping them organized and visible. And it’s made of plastic and wood so it looks just as cute as it useful.

35A Foldable Cover That Turns An Electric Stove Into Counter Space

Add more counter space to your kitchen instantly when you have this portable stove cover for electric stoves. Not only does it come in multiple colors to match your kitchen’s aesthetic, but it features an antislip bottom to keep it from moving around. When you’re not using it, it can be rolled up for super easy storage, but it’s also great to keep out to protect your stovetop from scratches and dust.

36A 2-Sided Meat Tenderizer That’s Dishwasher-Safe

Get perfectly tenderized meat (or crushed nuts, mashed garlic — you name it) every time, when you have this meat tenderizer. It features a spiked side for tenderizing, a flat side for pounding, and a nonslip handle so you always keep a sturdy grip. Plus it’s dishwasher-safe to easily clean it between uses.

37This Super Grippy Bath Mat With Over 29,000 Perfect Ratings

Whether you like an in-and-out type of shower or you throw your own personal concerts in there, this bath mat will make sure you’re not slipping and sliding around while you wash. It uses extra-large, extra-strong suction cups on the bottom and a textured pattern on the top, to create a secure hold for the most slip-resistance. Bonus: This mat has draining holes on the bottom to keep it from getting scummy.

38These 3-Compartment Racks That Store Kitchen Essentials

Use these organizing racks to store your pans, lids, cookie sheets, cutting boards — you name it. Each one has three compartments separated by strong steel racks to keep things in place. And the rubber feet on the bottom of the organizer prevent it from scratching your countertops or inside of your cabinets.

39This Nonslip Bath Mat That’s Super Absorbent

This bath mat uses four layers — from a cushiony sponge to a rubber backing — to ensure it’s both super absorbent and securely nonslip. It can sop up water in three seconds, dries quickly, and features a faux suede surface so your feet are comfier than ever when you step out of the bath. And, when it’s time to clean, it can be wiped clean or rinsed off with water until it’s good as new.

40These Professional-Grade Silicone Baking Mats That Reviewers Love

Feel like a professional chef or baker and reduce your single-use paper or aluminum products when you use these silicone baking mats. They’re heat-proof up to 480 degrees, last up to 3,000 bakes, and the mesh core ensures even heat distribution for a perfect cook. Plus they’re dishwasher-safe, yet another convenient feature that helped this three-pack earn a 4.7-star rating on Amazon.

41A 50-Pack Of Grippy, Slim & Stylish Velvet Hangers With A Near-Perfect Rating

Ditch those plastic or wire hangers and hang up your pieces with these velvet hangers instead. Available in a coordinated pack of 50, these hangers are grippy yet gentle on your clothing, making them equally great for bulky sweaters and slinky satin tanks, thanks to the subtle notches. These slim hangers also feature hooks that swivel 360 degrees, which makes them great for inspecting your outfits before you get dressed.

42These Silicone Covers That Preserve Your Fruit & Veggie Halves

These food huggers stretch to fit common fruit and veggie halves to keep them fresher longer. They come with five sizes depending on the fruit you’re looking to cover: extra-small for cucumbers, small for limes, medium for onions, large for apples, and extra-large for peppers. Plus, they’re reusable, dishwasher safe, and reduce single-use plastic for a better environment to boot.

43This Over-The-Door Hanger With 6 Sturdy Hooks

If you’re short on space or need to add a little storage around your home, check out this over-the-door hanger. It slips directly over the top of your door — no installation required — and features six sturdy hooks for coats or bags in your entry way. But it’s also ideal for towels and robes in your bathroom. And it features a padded back to protect your door from scratches.

44These Stainless Steel Dressing Containers With A Silicone Lid

If you take your breakfast or lunch on-the-go, check out these condiment containers. They’re perfect to hold up to 2.4 ounces of ketchup for chicken nuggets, dressing for salads, or even granola for your yogurt — the options are endless. They’re reusable and super durable, and they feature a silicone lid that’s leakproof.

45This Cold Brew Coffee Maker With A Glass Carafe

If you want to save a little money by DIY-ing your morning cold brew, check out this coffee maker. Simply add ground coffee to the internal ultra-fine filter, fill with 47 ounces of water, chill for eight to 24 hours, then enjoy. Plus, it comes with a scoop and a funnel to make sure you get the perfect coffee every time.

46These Chic Glass Apothecary Jars With Bamboo Lids

This set of four sleek apothecary jars helps bring spa-like organization to your bathroom essentials. The sturdy glass containers are perfect for holding cotton balls, Q-tips, hair ties, floss picks, jewelry, bath salts — you name it — and they feature a chic bamboo lid to complete the adorable set.

47A 2-Pack Of Cabinet Door Organizers With 2 Sides

These over cabinet organizers aren’t your average organizers — they’re double-sided. Just slide one over your cabinet door, and the internal side can be used as a basket to hold cutting boards, plastic wrap, cleaning supplies, and so on. Meanwhile, the external side features a bar to hold a dish towel. It’s can hold between 10 and 12 pounds, and the hooks are adjustable to fit your cabinet’s height.

48A Glass Pitcher With A Leakproof Lid & Spout

Whether you’re having a party or like to keep your favorite drink in bulk on-hand, this glass pitcher is a must-have. The square design is super chic and great for storing in the fridge, and it has a twist and lock lid that’s leakproof. It can hold a half gallon of liquid and uses an ergonomic handle and spout to easily pour your favorite cocktail or lemonade.

49A Wall-Mounted Toothbrush Holder With Toothpaste Dispenser

This mounted shelf should be on everyone’s bathroom wall. It features five slots to hold your household’s toothbrushes from the head to help protect them from potential bathroom bacteria, and two toothpaste squeezers that dispense the perfect amount of product every time. Plus, the top of it has two secure spots to store other bathroom essentials.

50These Dishwasher-Safe Colanders That Collapse For Storage

These colanders are perfect for anyone short on storage in their kitchen. Not only do they come in two different sizes, but they collapse to half an inch for effortless storage. They’re heat-resistant up to 600 degrees, include handles for easy gripping, and are dishwasher safe.