42 Multi-Functional Products Under $17 On Amazon You'll Love If You're Frugal AF

Joseph Joseph Flavouriser Meat Tenderizer, $14, Amazon

This four-in-one meat tenderizer tool is a must: it can pound meat into thin cutlets, tenderize meat, work as a pestle for grinding spices, and can function as a citrus reamer. It's dishwasher-safe and a cooking essential for anyone who loves experimenting in the kitchen.

Tech Tools Twist A Lite LED Light, $14, Amazon

There are times when you just need a little more light — when you're reading, making a repair to some small gadget, or camping, for example. Dragging a flashlight over is a bulky solution that doesn't always help, but this flexible LED light is perfect. It features three bright LED lights on each arm and they bend and can be manipulated to suit the angle you need. Reviewers swear it's fantastic for travel, too.

Plenty Multi-Function Magnetic Silicone Band, $8 (3 Pack), Amazon

They may look pretty simple, but these magnetic silicone bands are nothing short of amazing to keep around the house. They can be used to tie back and organize all of those loose cables on the ground, as money or memo clips that may even be able to replace your wallet, as a cell phone stand, and (of course) as sturdy fridge magnets. You'll always find a way to put these to good use.

Jml 3-in-1 Travel Pillow, $16, Amazon

This travel pillow isn't just comfortable, filled with microbeads that massage your neck, and have everything you could possibly need on a long flight (though it's all of those things). It can also be used as a conventional pillow or a car rest that you mold to fit your neck. Use it in the car, at work, on planes, while camping, or even as a second support pillow in bed.

HeyBeauty Eyebrow Pencil With Brow Brush, $9, Amazon

Save time and frustration with this eyebrow pencil that automatically sharpens — no other tools necessary. This dual-ended pencil comes with a highly pigmented slanted liner on one side and a spoolie to groom brows on the other. The formula is waterproof and comes in four colors: black, dark brown, light brown, and red-brown.

Roybens Travel Size Bottle Set, $9, Amazon

Eliminate your number one worry when packing liquid cleansers and items like shampoo for travel — spills — with this travel bottle set. It comes with three small bottles that you can fill up and a cylinder holding container with a secure lid. You can turn these bottles over and shake as much as you'd like — they won't spill or leak. And they'll pass airline security checkpoints as TSA-approved carry-on items.

Oxo Good Grips 2-in-1 Salad Servers, $8, Amazon

When you combine their forces, this spoon and fork become a salad server — but you can also separate them and use each tool as individual food servers. They're safe to use in glass, ceramic, and stainless steel bowls, are dishwasher-safe, and won't become stained over time, which can happen with wooden spoons.

Yunko Goods Olive Oil And Vinegar Sprayer, $13, Amazon

When you pour olive oil and vinegar from bottles, the likelihood of accidentally drenching your salad is much lower if you use this kinder, gentler dual oil and vinegar sprayer. The genius design allows you to adjust the spray head so that it's on oil, vinegar, or right in the middle to get the perfect combination of both. It's easy to refill, and won't drip and make a mess.

Kools 8-In-1 Food Chopper Set, $13, Amazon

Don't be intimidated by this eight-in-one food chopper set. It may look complex, but it's easy to use and performs an impressive number of functions. This tool has scissors for cutting food, a knife, peeler, fish scaler, bone cutter, bottle opener, sharpener, and finger guard. It has a soft and comfortable grip, stainless steel blades,and one reviewer writes: "This thing doesn't take much space and does so much! I use it mostly for peeling and meat slicing and it works just perfect. I would highly recommend it to everyone that likes to cook and enjoys saving time."

Body & Sole Exfoliating Back Scrubber Brush, $15, Amazon

It's the universal bathing dilemma: how can you be sure you're reaching every part of your back for a good clean? This dual-sided back scrubber brush is texturized and provides an amazing massage that stimulates circulation, but it's also a cleaning tool that exfoliates dead skin where you can't reach it. The whole process will leave your skin smoother and healthier — and you can use it on your back, of course, but it also works wonders on rough feet and the legs.

Unifun Waterproof External Battery, $17, Amazon

Charge two devices — at lightning speed — on this one waterproof external battery, which doubles as an LED flashlight and a strap hole for tablets, smartphones, and 5V devices. This is the perfect tool to keep in your camping kit or to use while hiking, as it's dust-proof and incredibly sturdy. It's also compact enough to attach to a keychain and wear.

Unger Professional Microfiber Window Comb, $10, Amazon

Cleaning windows can take forever, not to mention dealing with streaks is an annoyance that generally comes with the job. But this combination squeegee and window scrubber — which you can attach to a telescopic pole to reach high windows — cleans windows on the very first pass. The scrubber sleeve can be tossed in the washing machine, and you can use this on both house and car windows.

Magictec Hair Straightener Brush, $11, Amazon

You don't have to pay a fortune for a heated straightener brush that can do it all: including detangling hair and making it smooth and straight. This brush has ceramic technology to eliminate static and frizz, and a temperature range of between 330 and 430 degrees. It heats up quickly, has amazingly dense bristles that massage your scalp for improved circulation, and can easily straighten very thick hair.

Monkey Business Mini Multitool Clip, $8, Amazon

The best kind of tool to have around is a small, portable multi-tool that can do it all — and this one comes pretty close with no fewer than seven functions. Use this clip as a small screwdriver, cutter, ruler, 8-millimeter wrench, flat Phillips screwdriver, large screwdriver, or trolley coin. It's durable, made from stainless steel, and oh yeah, just so happens to be a hair clip that keeps stray hairs off your face, so it's pretty much perfect.

Art and Cook Soak and Strain Washing Bowl, $11, Amazon

Fill this unique strain washing bowl with vegetables and fruits just bought from the store, add water to clean those veggies and fruits, and then simply pour the water out through the attached strainer without watching your produce slide out with it. That's the beauty of using this bowl, which is just more efficient than a strainer, is dishwasher-safe, and doubles as a bowl for containing food.

Nuiby Silicone Egg Rings, $12 (4 Pack), Amazon

Making the perfect egg or pancake usually involves getting it to look like the perfect circle, which is nearly impossible — unless you're using these silicone egg rings. The rings are BPA-free, non-stick, and safe in the dishwasher. Use them to whip up all styles of eggs, but they're also great at creating perfect crumpets, breakfast sandwiches, and keeping pancakes from merging together in your pan. Each set comes with four rings and one spray brush.

Spice Ratchet Silicone Trivet, $10, Amazon

It may look like a pretty flower, and one that comes in several colors, but this silicone trivet also happens to be a pot holder, a hot pad, a table protector, and a liner when stacking pots and pans. It folds right up to be stored anywhere and then expands easily to fit beneath a variety of objects, from hot cookware to candles. Score one in black, green, orange, red, yellow, or purple.

Era Organics Natural Cleansing Oil Makeup Remover, $14, Amazon

Remove all of your foundation, bronzer, and even waterproof mascara with this natural and organic cleansing oil, which comes in a convenient, travel-friendly spray format and is perfect for sensitive skin. The hydrating formula relies on a base of argan, jojoba, and sunflower seed oils and is free of drying alcohol, mineral oils, parabens, and toxins. It's gentle enough to use in the morning and night, and will remove every stitch of makeup while simultaneously cleansing the face.

Way 2 Cool Neck Sleeve Cooling Towel, $10, Amazon

There are more than 13 ways you wear this cooling towel so that it keeps sweat and heat at bay. Soak it in cold water, give it a wring, and wear it around your neck, as a headband, cap, and more. The towel was designed with UV 50 protection and comes in nine colors like teal, silver, neon green, and basic black. However you wear it, it'll keep you 30 degrees cooler when you have it on.

ColorGo Chip Bag Sealer, $14, Amazon

Instead of fumbling with bag clips to keep food fresh after you open a bag, reseal the bag completely with this heated bag sealer, which pretty much guarantees your chips and fruits won't spoil or go stale before you finish them. The two-in-one mini heat sealer closes bags and then reopens them — it's simple to operate and can save you money in groceries.

Gazebo Green 5-In-1 BBQ Grill Tools, $13, Amazon

Get your grill on without filling up kitchen cabinet drawers with 100 grill tools. This five-in-1 BBQ grill tool consists of a stainless steel spatula, meat fork, silicone basting brush, and even a corkscrew, wine lever and bottle opener. No more searching around at the start of summer for the tools you need — they're all in one place with this gadget.

EdgeWorks Screwdriver Pen Pocket Tool, $11, Amazon

This seven-in-one pen pocket tool is shaped like a pen and fits inside of your pocket or bag like a pen — but taking notes isn't its superpower. Instead, it's a screwdriver, stylus, bubble level, ruler, and Phillips screwdriver flathead. It has an aluminum body that won't bend or break and its compact size means you can take it anywhere — just in case you need it.

Carbon Noir Charcoal Whitening Toothbrush, $7 (4 Pack), Amazon

Charcoal isn't just for skincare products. These charcoal toothbrushes — which actually have activated charcoal embedded into the bristles — clean teeth and gums really well, prevent plaque, brighten teeth, and do a great job at freshening your breath. You'll get four brushes in a pack, which is great value, so you can easily swap them out every few weeks. The binchotan charcoal is also an anti-fungal, antibacterial ingredient, too.

Fat Spatula 3-In-1 Kitchen Utensil, $10, Amazon

Every cook needs a spatula, but if you can nab a spatula that performs triple the work as a strainer and a pair of tongs, you've got yourself a special three-in-one tool that's a keeper. This tool is heat resistant up to 400 degrees Fahrenheit, and is made from a type of nylon that will never stick to foods. The stain- and odor-resistant tool also has reviewers writing things like: "I’ve always had an issue with dropping food when moving it from pan to plate. This has helped nullify that pretty much completely."

Dr. Flink Trigger Point Back & Neck Self Massager Stick, $15, Amazon

Give yourself a deep tissue massage with this massager stick that features 10 knobs designed to reach trigger points in your neck and back — and help relieve chronic pain or soreness. The tool separates into two smaller massagers to target different areas, it can help increase blood circulation, and one reviewer writes: "I tried it and it is easy to use and can reach places you normally wouldn't be able to. I'd recommend this to anyone."

UV Toothbrush Sanitizer Case, $13, Amazon

Few people probably want to know about the gross germs that lurk on toothbrushes — but if you kill nasty stuff from your bristles each night in this toothbrush sanitizer case, that won't have to be a thought in your mind. The case uses a long-lasting blue UV light bulb and can banish 99.9 percent of germs and bacteria living on your toothbrush. It comes in blue or purple and is portable and great for trips.

Auto Fan Kitchen Wash Rubber Gloves, $9, Amazon

The rubber gloves you currently wear while washing dishes are great for protecting your hands and manicure. But these genius rubber gloves are even more purposeful: one glove has a built-in scouring brush that you can use to remove grease and food from pots, pans, stoves, and counters. They come in red, yellow, and a thicker yellow version for even more scrub action.

Dash Mini Maker Griddle, $10, Amazon

Give your pots and pans a rest — because this electric mini griddle can be used to cook up small meals like eggs (well, one egg), pancakes, cookies, and grilled cheese sandwiches. You can set the timer, shut the device, and wait for it to automatically turn off. It's the perfect cooking accessory for times when you want to make small — but perfect — meals and snacks.

Humixx Phone Ring Holder, $7, Amazon

A quality phone ring holder like this one, made from zinc alloy and stainless steel, holds your phone up on your desk and doubles as a magnetic phone mount holder for cars. But it's also perfect for freeing up your hands so you can hold other objects at the same time —and it isn't so cumbersome that you have to remove it before placing your phone in your bag or pocket. The holder has 360-degree rotation and comes in silver, grey, and rose gold.

LukPaw Dog Brush, $12, Amazon

Grooming your dog or cat is easier when you have a multi-tasking pet brush that can do it all. This double-sided brush has dense bristles on one side to remove loose fur and dirt from both your pet and your furniture. And the other side features round-tip bristles that are gentle on your pet's skin, but effective at brushing their fur and making it as shiny and healthy as possible.

Cyclone Cup, $10, Amazon

Put ingredients for your smoothie, protein shake, marinades, or dressings in this blender cup, shake, and watch as cyclone technology mixes ingredients (and even protein powders) with little to no effort. The mixer bottle doubles as a leak-proof cup with a secure cap that you can take everywhere with you. Its removable 6-ounce dry storage capsule can be used to store powders until you're ready to mix them, the cup has measurement markings, and is safe to wash in the top rack of your dishwasher.

Lavany Ladies Electrim Trimmer & Shaver, $13, Amazon

Everyone has different facial hair goals — but whether want to trim your eyebrows, nose and facial hair, or bikini line, this one small tool comes with different heads that can address all of your hair removal goals. A head with a 360-degree spinner safely trims nose hair and an eyebrow trimmer makes brows neat without leaving you with patches, cuts, or nicks.

Ulee Pizza Scissors, $8, Amazon

Replace your old-school pizza cutter with a two-in-one actual pizza scissor that breaks through tough crusts and melted cheese on one go — and then transforms into a spatula to serve up yummy slices. The spatula portion of the tool is removable, which makes it easier to clean and store, and it comes in two different color combinations.

Shulaner 6-In-1 Tech Tool Ballpoint Pen, $14, Amazon

You can write with this ballpoint pen, but you can also use it as a ruler, stylus, spirit level, flathead, and Phillips screwdriver. The compact, aluminum multi-tool comes in blue, black, yellow, or silver, and you can even refill the black ink cartridge when the time comes so that this tool lasts forever. One reviewer writes: "This pen is both very functional and extremely unique."

Quimooz Face Mister, $17, Amazon

When you're not using this power bank to charge your phone or tablet, it's working hard to give you hydrated, radiant skin — and what's not to love about that? This face mister device is rechargeable via USB cable and can be filled with water to deliver a soothing facial mist that moisturizes and softens skin. When it's fully charged (which takes about one to two hours) it can work as a mister for 20 minutes at a time and up to 200 times before it needs a refill. And, of course, being able to charge your phone on the run will give you peace of mind.

Cricket Hair Conditioning Comb, $6, Amazon

Loosen tangles and condition hair while you comb it with this rake comb infused with moisturizing argan and olive oils. The comb itself is designed with keratin-infused plastic, so every component has your hair's health in mind. Its large teeth are perfect for detangling thick, long, and mid-length hair — and it adds back shine to hair, reduces frizz, and prevents breakage every time you use it.

Hic Harold Import Co. Bar Tool, $15, Amazon

Made from quality Japanese stainless steel, this four-in-one bar tool isn't just for bars (though your cocktails will be nothing short of amazing). It can open bottles, punch through juice cans, peel veggies and fruits, and slice delicate strips of fruit or chocolate as garnishes. This one little, affordable tool will make meals and drinks look like they came from a five-star restaurant.

PlusMart Makeup Organizer, $14, Amazon

You'll never lose your favorite neutral brown eyeshadow in a sea of eyeshadows again — because this 360-degree spinning makeup organizer doesn't just keep everything accessible, it organizes it according to your personal customization. The countertop organizer has four roomy compartments to store tall products like cleansers and body lotions and compact items like lipsticks and nail polish. The shelves are all adjustable so you can change them according to your needs (and they're really easy to install), and there's even a compartment right at top for your makeup brushes.

Norpro Egg Slicer, $9, Amazon

This one egg slicing contraption has different tools for slicing eggs into 10 pieces, cutting them into six perfect wedges, and even piercing hard-boiled eggs. And when you want to take a break from eggs, use it to slice and create garnishes from foods like kiwis and avocado.

Chromo Ink H2O Vibe Handheld Showerhead Bluetooth Speaker, $15, Amazon

The only thing better than a spa-like rain shower is a shower head with Bluetooth that lets you listen to music, sing along at top volume, and maybe even call your BFF to chat while you're in the shower. You can push a button to speak and answer phone calls and the speaker connects wirelessly up to 33 feet away. Reviewers say the shower head itself delivers a really powerful blast of water, so it's the perfect tool all around for relaxation.

Pure Originals Dead Sea Mud Mask, $13, Amazon

Mineral-rich mud sourced from the Dead Sea is used in this potent, but gentle body and face mud mask. The mask deep cleans pores, removes oils, and nourishes your skin with aloe vera, jojoba oil, sunflower oil, and shea butter. You can even use it on your scalp to help rebalance oils and banish dandruff for good.

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