47 Weird Things For Your Home That Are Clever AF On Amazon

He might look a little weird standing on your counter, but this rhinoceros knife sharpener really does the job. Reviewers say all it takes is one or two swipes between his horns to keep your chef, santoku, and pairing knives in perfect slicing and dicing condition. He’s available in green or charcoal.

I’m a minimalist at heart, and the idea of swapping my nightstand for this wall-mounted bedside shelf has me happy. There’s a large pocket for your phone and glasses, while the smaller pocket is ideal for keys or your AirPod holder. Hang up your headphones or a favorite necklace on the built-in hooks.

Balance this egg separator on the edge of a bowl for perfect results with every crack. The nonslip construction stays in place, and the raised edge makes it easy to crack an egg one-handed. It’s a generous size to keep shells out of your recipes.

Make up for meal prep mistakes with this quick-defrosting tray that uses simple science to thaw frozen meats fast. An aluminum thawing plate evenly conducts warmth across the surface for thawing of even thick steaks and chicken breasts in just 30 to 60 minutes. Silicone coating is safe for your food, and the mat is dishwasher-safe.

This ultra-quick-absorbing mat will hide all kinds of coffee, matcha, and steamed milk stains on your countertop. The absorbent design has a grippy rubber backing, so it won’t slip around underneath your coffee station. Basically — you can totally get away with spilling coffee on sleepy mornings because this breathable mat will stay completely stain-free.

Getting the dust and debris that crawls under appliances and furniture out of there is so difficult without this microfiber duster with a long, flat shape. It’s designed for the job and does it well. Use it wet — to get spills — or dry to grab dust, toys, and junk that escaped under there. You can remove the duster cloth to wash it, too.

Instead of storing a bulky ironing board and iron, update your life with this steamer that will get the wrinkles out of clothes as they hang on a hanger. Just fill it with water, aim it at your garment, and steam away that rumpled look. It will do several garments on one fill, plugs in, and is small enough to take with you when you travel.

There’s nothing worse than a clogged drain in your shower, but it’s typically a fact of life. This handy little tool reaches into your drain and removes all the hair and gunk without having to call a plumber. It’s made of sturdy plastic and has rough edges toward the bottom to help remove whatever is causing the blockage.

Spread love (and butter) not tears across your toast with this nifty butter knife. Tiny holes along one edge make it easy to curl up even the coldest butter, while the serrated side helps spread it across your slice. The blade is balanced to fit easily in your hand, and the sturdy construction ensures years of breakfasts and brunches.

There is no need to invest in expensive glass cleaners or burn through paper towels to get mirrors and windows clean. This glass cleaning cloth does a streak-free job with just water. “This thing is absolutely amazing!” said one reviewer. “I tried it on a very large mirror and a few windows and all the streaks from previous cleaning attempts are gone!”

Deploy this set of colorful and easy-to-clean refrigerator mats into your fridge and when you open the door, you will smile at the pretty that looks back at you. If something spills, it’s so easy to clean that. Just remove the mat, rinse it, and put it back. And you will never have to listen to the sound of glass on glass again since these dampen the noise.

Before you let mosquitos ruin your fun, light one — or several — of these repellent sticks. They smell great — of citronella, lemongrass, and rosemary — to humans. But mosquitos hate those smells and stay clear. Use them to create a perimeter around your gathering so mosquitos skip your party.

Give your rough, callused feet a little TLC with this pro-level stainless steel foot rasp. The large surface area makes your work easy whether you use it dry or in the shower. “I don't have hooves or anything,” said one reviewer. “but wanted to clean up my feet a bit. [...] This thing? It works! It works well! Be very careful.”

A dishrag and a sponge were somehow fused to create these Swedish dishcloths that are part cellulose and part cotton. However it happened, they are the best replacement for paper towels around. They are durable, super absorbent, slightly abrasive, and flexible. And, when you have used them till they can be used no more, they are biodegradable.

Guide guests to the facilities with the brilliant colors of this toilet night light. So seemingly silly, this seat light is actually pretty clever if you think about it. The motion sensor lights up brilliantly when it detects movement from within 5 feet for subtle nighttime illumination. Best of all, there’s no switch. It turns off automatically after two minutes.

A smart solution has finally arrived for bakers who use multiple racks. These silicone oven shields help keep your hands protected from heat when you go for the bottom rack. They’re 14 inches long to cover most edges, and they can be used together or cut down for custom sizing. Simply slide them into place.

This versatile jar opener is a meal prepper’s lifesaver. It works on eight different jar sizes and grips tightly to release suction and pop lids off in a jiffy. An ergonomic handle is easy to grip and fits even the smallest hands. Stash this opener in a drawer or on a hook to always have it handy.

This spice rack organizer comes pre-filled with an assortment of spices such as basil, thyme, garlic salt, oregano, rosemary and more. Arriving in a narrow-sized revolving rack, this organizer should fit neatly in your countertop display. The bottles are also labeled for easy reading while you’re cooking. Plus, the brand says that they’ll provide free spice refills for up to five years.

It’s cute, and it cleans. This mini table vacuum is just the right size to handle little messes, whether that’s glitter from crafting, hair from a hairbrush, or even kitty litter. The charming exterior hides a powerful motor; place it on a desk or keep it on your counter for ready use.

You could go to a coffee shop and get a fancy cup of coffee, or you can easily make your own at home with this pour-over coffee maker. And the best part? It takes less than five minutes to brew. This a must for anyone who’s serious about coffee, and over 5,000 Amazon reviewers swear by it.

Way back in the day, my grandmother had a citrus fruit peeler. I’ve never been able to find one similar, and now I’ve found a set of six. One end is a scorer, and the other end helps you peel the skin off with minimal “white stuff” left behind. No more messy hands.

Make every drop count and eliminate messes with this simple tea bag squeezer. It works like tongs, so it’s easy to grab your tea bag when it’s done steeping and give it a solid squeeze. No more having to wrap the string around your mug handle — it’s so simple. The stainless steel construction lasts forever, too.

Crushed ice is one of the best forms of ice, ideal for certain cocktails and sodas. This countertop machine allows you to turn regular cubed iced into perfect crushed ice: just use the hand crank to until you get your desired size of ice.

Bring the Force to your dinner table with this fun set of lightsaber chopsticks. Each pair lights up, so you can battle back against your takeout. The set is BPA-free, and it comes with a Millennium Falcon bottle-opening keychain, creating an ideal gift for franchise fans.

Win match point in your battle with mosquitoes and other bugs when you have this set of bug zapper rackets. They’re each rechargeable and plug into standard USB outlets, providing up to 10,000 zaps with just one charge. A built-in LED helps guide your way at night. One reviewer shared, “They’re very satisfying to use.”

This candle warmer lamp is pretty dang smart. With a vintage-inspired look, this electric warmer melts — instead of burns — the candle from the top down, which releases a stronger, smoother fragrance that’s designed to last longer than burning it. You can enjoy a candle without worrying if you remembered to burn it out or not.

Whether you want better access to the condiments in your fridge, the pasta in your pantry, or the skincare on your vanity, this lazy Susan can do it all with its classic 360-degree rotating base. It has a marble design that will look stunning in ay room, even if you just want to use it to display your favorite knickknacks.

Speaking of cats, you simply must check out (and then purchase) this adorable cat corkscrew if you’ve got them in your life. The tail is actually a foil cutter, and the body flips open to reveal an easy-to-use corkscrew. When you’re done serving, fold this double-hinged wine key kitten up and display him on your countertop.

With this multifunction kitchen tool in your drawer, you can get rid of at least five others that are taking up space. The ergonomic design is easy to grip, and the generous claws are ideal for everything from flipping delicate fish to picking up pasta strands. Pick from black or orange.

With over 9,000 five-star ratings, you must have this moon lamp on a table or shelf. A perfect replica of the moon’s surface is 3-D printed for a stunning statement piece. Tap control lets you change the color from white to yellow, offering gentle illumination. This lamp is wireless and rechargeable for clutter-free display.

This stunning set of knives combines playful food shapes with color-coded blades and handles, creating a working work of art for your knife block. They’re made of nonstick stainless steel, which makes them great for a variety of tasks. This set includes everything from a paring knife to a chef knife and a bonus knife sharpener, making it an amazing housewarming gift.

The scent of a well-chopped onion or a garlic clove can stick on your hands for hours after you’ve cooked. This pack of stainless steel soap bars eliminates the unwanted odor with a simple scrub — no lather needed. Use it as you would a regular bar of soap and smell the science work as odors are neutralized.

Not only will this reusable roller grab pet fur off your sofa with a clever electrostatic charge, but it also ensures that you won’t drop any on your way to the trash can. The built-in fur-hiding container keeps all of it neatly inside (instead of on the floor) until you’re ready to empty it. Plus, this clever gadget doesn’t use any annoying sticky sheets.

You can help your lawn thrive just by walking on it, as long as you’re wearing these lawn aerator shoes. The shoes are covered with spikes on the bottom and they have buckles so you can attach them to an existing pair of shoes. Using them on your lawn helps aerate the soil, breaking up compacted soil and allowing the grass to absorb more water.

Cleaning your makeup brushes is an annoying chore, but it’s important for keeping things sanitary. This makeup brush cleaner kit makes things easy, with a brush spinner and a matching bowl that allow you to vigorously swirl your brushes in the makeup brush cleaning solution, which also comes with the kit.

This easy-to-mount holder keeps your broom and cleaning supplies off of the floor while also making them super easy to grab when you need to clean up a mess. With five spring-loaded clamps, you can pull your broom out without needing to unclip anything. Plus, the six hooks on the front give you easy-to-access spots for smaller cleaning supplies.

Prevent water bottles from rolling around in your cabinets by using this water bottle organizer. Each organizer holds three bottles — and this particular pack comes with two organizers — and they can stack on top of each other for more compact storage. Anti-slip grooves hold bottles in place, and the holder’s shatterproof plastic works in the refrigerator. Use it also for wine bottles, sodas, juices, and more.

Keep your ceiling fans and other hard-to-reach areas clean without stepping on a ladder. This microfiber duster with an extension pole has a specialized head that can bend around surfaces to grab dust so it doesn’t rain on your head. The pole is extendable up to 100 inches (over 8 feet).

When the grout, grease, or grime looks difficult to clean bring this power scrubber along and automate the elbow grease. The brush head spins 60 times per second while you stand there holding it. And it reaches into crevices and hard-to-access small places so you don’t have to worry your fingers to the bone getting that clean. It runs on batteries.

Mix without the mess when you have this whisk-cleaning tool. Besides keeping your whisk clean and ready for use, it keeps it up off the counter between mixing tasks. The simple design slides over the loops, ensuring each one gets clean. An ideal gift, this wiper — in five color options — even comes with a whisk.

Whether you need a place to keep extra blankets or want to organize toys lying around the house, these under-bed storage containers tap the unused space under the bed to stash that stuff. The top is clear so you can see what’s in them and they have big handles on the sides to make pulling them out for access easy.

Bring brilliant bursts of colorful light to your garden paths or landscaping with this set of solar flower garden lights. Fiber optics deliver a delicate arcing effect through seven bright hues, and the solar-powered design requires no batteries. Simply set them up in your yard, and wait for night to fall.

The worst part of cooking is the cleanup afterwards, but it’s much easier if you clean as you go. This stainless steel countertop trashcan is ideal for putting in food scraps or wrappings while cooking so you have less of a mess at the end. It’s also handy for keeping on your desk or at work.

If you are cutting your own hair, doing an updo, or doing complicated braids, it’s hard to do if you can’t see the back of your head. This three-way mirror hangs from a door from retractable arms so you can see 360 degrees of yourself, hands-free. It folds flat to get out of your way or go with you in a suitcase.

If you have a dark hallway or closet, this stick-on wall sconce light is your solution. Mount the base to the wall. Stick the light to the base. And the light will turn on when it senses motion. That area is now effortlessly illuminated. When it needs to be charged, pull off the light part — it’s magnetic — and charge it up.

Attach this whisk wiper to your 4.5-or 5-quart stand mixer’s whisk, and make something tasty without the mess. When you remove the whisk from the mixer and set it on the counter, the wiper catches drips. When you’re done, slide the wiper down the whisk to clean off frosting, meringue, and other goodies.