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65 Genius Things Trending On Amazon That Are Worth The Hype
Brilliant things that are worth every bit of their hype.

Plenty of products go viral, so it’s often hard to know which ones are *actually* worth your time. That’s where I come in. I’ve searched the trending lists to discern hype-worthy products from the ones you can skip. This list is full of helpful buys that will improve your routine, upgrade your decor, and give you a bang for your buck. Read on for 65 products that shoppers deservedly hype for their brilliance.
1A Clip-On Flashlight For Camping, Hiking, & More
Use this clip-on light while camping, hiking, or working around your house, and it will provide plenty of light. It conveniently clips onto clothes, attaches to a keychain or lanyard, or secures magnetically to metal surfaces. And it has three lighting modes — a powerful floodlight, a 120-meter spotlight, and a red night vision mode. “Surprisingly bright for as small as it is, with several lighting options,” wrote one reviewer. “I use this to clip to my coat to take my dog out for his nightly and early morning business trips. Keeps him and me visible and stumble-free.”
2A Car Charger With Convenient Retractable Cables & Extra Ports
This car charger has a 360-degree rotating design for vertical or horizontal charging to fit just right in your car. It’s equipped with two integrated retractable cables (one lightning cable and one USB-C cable), plus two charging ports (one USB-A port and one USB-C port), so you can charge four devices simultaneously.
3Space-Saving Hangers For Organizing Leggings, Pants, & More
These legging hangers will help you save space in your closet, thanks to their brilliant design. Use each hanger’s 10 hooks to organize leggings, pants, skirts, shorts, bras, or accessories. Their sturdy clips feature rubber-coated tips to securely hold clothing without creasing or denting fabrics.
4The Clever Outlet Concealer That Hides Messy Cords
If you hate messy cords, this outlet concealer might blow your mind. Designed to plug into a duplex outlet, it features a flat white outlet cover and a white cord with a preinstalled adhesive backing. Adhere the cord along your baseboard, then plug your cables into the 8-foot extension to conceal the clutter behind some furniture.
5A Quiet Portable Desk Fan With 3 Speeds
This 7-inch desk fan has two methods of operation — use the USB port or opt for its rechargeable battery for ultimate portability. It provides up to 12 hours of cooling power, is ultra-quiet, and has three adjustable speeds for the right amount of air. You can also adjust its tilt angle up to 180 degrees.
6The Portable Door Lock Set For Extra Security While Traveling
Whether taking a short trip or a long-haul vacation, this portable door lock set provides extra peace of mind. Insert the door lock’s bracket into the door strike, close the door, and lock it into place. Then, prop the door stop under your door, and it’ll sound an alarm if someone tries to get in.
7A Pair Of Kitchen Scissors For Easily Prepping Salads
While you can use these kitchen scissors to prep just about anything, they’re specifically for salad. Featuring rounded stainless steel blades that curve over a bowl, they’re perfect for chopping ingredients straight into the bowl. Their ultra-sharp blades effortlessly slice through lettuce, meats, hardboiled eggs, veggies, and fruits. Easily clean them by hand or in a dishwasher.
8The Moss Plant Support Poles That Prop Up Your Plant
These moss support poles are perfect for propping up climbing plants and other greenery like Monstera varieties. Each pole measures 2 feet from stake to tip and features natural coir fiber that’s safe for plants, bendable, and durable. Place the stakes into potted plants, then use the included plant ties to secure your plants to the poles.
9The Cordless Scrubber That Effortlessly Cleans Crevices
This clever cordless scrubber takes the hassle out of cleaning tough-to-reach areas like grout lines, shower door tracks, and around faucets. With an oscillating head that rotates 60 times per second, its battery-powered (batteries included) scrubber delivers a thorough clean twice as fast as manual scrubbing. One happy shopper wrote, “This little tool makes scrubbing a breeze! Great for grout, sinks, and tight spaces where regular brushes don’t cut it. The powered scrubbing action saves effort and gets the job done faster. A solid tool for deep cleaning.”
10Moisturizing Hand Masks That Restore Softness In 10 Minutes
Quench rough, dry hands with these skin-relief masks by Aveeno. These single-use masks slip on like gloves and are infused with nourishing ingredients like shea butter and prebiotic oat. They’re non-greasy, allergy tested, and fragrance free — just keep them on for 10 minutes to reap soft, supple skin.
11This Bluetooth Label Maker For Satisfying Organization
Besides just upgrading organization, having everything officially labeled can bring a certain satisfaction. This wireless Bluetooth label printer makes it a cinch and offers 1,000 symbols, more than 60 frames, and a variety of fonts. The best part? It uses inkless technology, so you won’t ever have to refill ribbon, toner, or ink.
12A Pack Of Fidget Journals For Sensory Note-Taking
These trending fidget journals have interactive covers filled with textured gel beads to keep your hands busy while you take notes. A pack of three features a color-fusing cover, a maze-like cover, and an hourglass for sensory note-taking. Inside, they feature 160 line pages with embossed paper that you can rub to help you focus.
13The Wireless Lamp That Fits Into A Wine Bottle Neck
Get mood lighting in an unexpected way with this wireless lamp that fits into the neck of any empty wine or spirit bottle. It’s USB-rechargeable and the touch-control operation lets you dim it until you reach the perfect level of brightness. Choose from a variety of shade colors, including metallic options that are so sophisticated.
- Available colors: 30
14Spring-Locking Cord Organizers That Lock Cables Into Place
These cord organizers have a 4.6-star average rating after 1,400 reviews, thanks to their clever design. They adhere to your desk or nightstand and feature a spring-locking mechanism that allows for easy insertion and keeps cables locked into place. They’ll not only keep your cables handy but will also prevent tangled cords. “These cord clips are AMAZING! I am no longer searching for my phone cord,” wrote one reviewer. “The clips are very small, so they aren’t an eyesore (in fact, they make the space look tidy).”
15Memory Foam Wrist Rests For Your Laptop Keyboard
If you struggle with wrist pain while using your laptop, these wrist rests will help. They stick on either side of your touchpad with a nonslip PU rubber and stay in place as you type. Their wedge shape supports your wrists with squishy memory foam so you can type comfortably.
16Light-Up Water Bottle Accessory That Reminds You To Hydrate
Need a little help remembering to hydrate? This smart light has your back. The light is attached to a silicone band that stretches around your tumbler, and lights up at intervals to grab your attention, reminding you to drink. It comes preloaded with a coin battery that lasts for up to six months.
17A Stained Glass Light Bulb For Pretty Ambient Lighting
Reviewers rave about the colorful prisms this stained glass light bulb casts when installed in a lamp. A retro Tiffany-style pattern of sectioned colors (yellow, blue, green, red, and purple) creates a glowing rainbow that looks like light through a stained glass window. It fits standard E26 lamps, and it’s energy-efficient to boot.
18A Durable Egg Cooker That Boils 6 Eggs At Once
Cook your eggs to perfection with this egg cooker. Made from durable, heat-resistant plastic, it features bears that cradle six eggs as they cook and a convenient top handle for carrying. Use it to make hard- or soft-boiled eggs, then serve them straight from the holder. You can also store it (eggs and all) in the fridge.
19An Elegant Spinner Ring With A Pretty Rose Gold Design
While this is a spinner ring, its elegant design looks like a ring solely for fashion. Crafted from titanium stainless steel, it features a hollowed moon and star design on a textured band. Spin the top band to keep your hands busy while focusing, studying, and more. “Love these rings! This is the second one I've purchased,” one reviewer raved. “They fit very comfortably, and the spinning is great to distract me from stress or anxiety in the moment. May buy more.”
- Available styles: 12
- Available sizes: 6 — 10
20This Mold Remover Gel That Freshens Up Grout & Appliance Seals
You deserve to live in a pristine space and this mold remover gel can help rid your home of any unsightly stains. Perfect for washing machine seals, grout, and other tight spaces, the gel formula dissolves mold without causing a mess. Just let sit for three to five hours before wiping away.
21A Rechargeable Facial Scrubber With 4 Cleaning Modes
Use this rechargeable facial scrubber to deep-clean your skin, unclog pores, and remove blackheads. To unclog pores, it turns water into steam for an effective clean. Choose from two silicone scrubber heads and four cleaning modes, including a “Cleaning” mode, an “Ion+” mode for deep cleaning, an “Ion-” mode for applying skin care products, and a “Lifting” mode to massage your skin.
22The Automatic Mouthwash Dispenser For A Perfectly Portioned Rinse
Ditch store-bought mouthwash bottles and use this mouthwash dispenser instead. Fill the bottom compartment with mouthwash, then select one of three dispensing levels for a perfectly portioned rinse. Its wireless, rechargeable design looks sleek on counters, or you can mount it to your wall. P.S. — its cups attach to the dispenser magnetically.
23A Multi-Tasking Hair Spray With Over 14,000 Rave Reviews
This multi-tasking hair treatment boasts 21 benefits, including styling musts like detangling, protecting, priming, and shine enhancement. Designed for color-treated hair, it also helps maintain your color’s vibrancy while adding moisture. Its ingredients include hydrating coconut, nourishing camellia seed oil, and heat-protecting xylose. Over 14,000 reviewers have rated its formula five stars.
24The Identity Protection Stamp That Blocks Out Personal Information
Just swipe this identity protection roller over sensitive info like your address, payment details, and more to dispose of papers confidently. It features specially formulated ink that blacks out information with the word “confidential” and dries quickly after stamping. It works on most plain paper and includes six ink refills.
25A Foldable Purse Hook That You Can Take Anywhere
With an anti-slip backing and a foldable body that fits in your purse, this purse hook can go with you anywhere. Its durable zinc alloy is sturdy enough to support bags weighing up to 11 pounds (not to mention that it has cute bling). Unfold the hook and slip it over a table to hang your bag.
26Cat-Shaped Egg Rings For Frying Restaurant-Worthy Eggs
These cat-shaped egg rings are durable silicone tools that easily fit inside your pan and don’t stick to your eggs. Stick them into a greased pan, then add your eggs. After cooking, pull the rings out by the tails to reveal perfectly round, restaurant-worthy eggs. Bonus: The rings are top-rack dishwasher-safe for easy cleanup.
27A Pen That Doubles As A Scent Diffuser For Relaxing Aromatherapy
This ballpoint pen diffuser writes effortlessly and has a unique twist — built into the pen is a blend of essential oils for aromatherapy. Adjust the top to control the scent dispersion, then enjoy the scent of mountain air. You can also choose scent blends like blossoming flowers, woody spice, and a citrus grove. One reviewer wrote, “Love this pen so much! I’m obsessed with scents (both on me and in my home), and this pen is great! When I get a whiff while I’m working, it soothes me and relaxes my mind.” This is a set of two.
28An Unbreakable Silicone Duck Night-Light With 3 Brightness Levels
Crafted from soft silicone, this duck-shaped night-light is not only adorable but also virtually unbreakable. It emits a soft, golden glow perfect for relaxing or sleeping and has three brightness modes. Simply tap the rechargeable duck to switch brightness levels, set a 30-minute timer, or turn it on or off. One reviewer calls this “the cutest light ever,” adding that it “doesn’t get hot” and is easily adjustable with “just a touch of a finger.”
29A Bracelet Helper Tool That Makes It Easy To Fasten Jewelry
If you struggle with fastening bracelets, this bracelet helper tool will change the game. It features a sturdy metal build and a clever clamp to hold one side of your bracelet. Once secured, use the other hand to attach the clasp to your bracelet’s loop. You can also use it for zippers, necklaces, and anklets.
30LED Curtain Lights For Magical Ambient Lighting
This dreamy LED curtain covers over 6 feet of space, perfect for adding ambient lighting to your wall. They emit a magical golden glow and include eight lighting modes to customize your space. Choose between modes like always on, slow fade, chasing, twinkling, and wave. Their popular design has earned them nearly 80,000 five-star reviews.
31A Foldable, Rechargeable Lamp That’s Completely Wireless
Because this lamp is completely wireless and foldable, you can use it anywhere. To take it with you, fold it into a small puck. To use it, unfold the lamp and tap its touch-control base to customize its brightness level. Its internal battery provides up to 10 hours of light on a single charge.
32Crystal Hair Eraser That Puts An End To Razor Use
If you’re tired of razors and waxing, give this crystal hair eraser a try. It features an etched glass surface that exfoliates skin and removes hair at the roots with a few circular motions. The ergonomic design makes it way easier to handle than a razor, too. One reviewer wrote, “I tried it on my legs, and not only did it remove the hair, but it also left my skin feeling really smooth, almost like a built-in exfoliator. I love that it’s reusable, so I don’t have to keep buying razors or hair removal creams. Plus, no nicks, cuts, or irritation like I sometimes get from shaving.”
33A Bamboo Bathroom Stool For Better Posture In The Bathroom
Designed to put you into a natural squatting position, this bathroom stool may help you have better posture when using the bathroom. Place its curved cutout in front of your toilet and use it to put your feet up. Its durable bamboo and metal build will support your weight while looking sleek and modern to boot.
34Adhesive-Backed Clips That Support Climbing Plants
It’s easy to create climbing plant scenes with these ingenious plant clips. They’re backed with adhesive, so you can mount them to the wall, then open the small “doors” to insert the stems of your greenery. The green, leaf-inspired design means they blend in and don’t stick out.
35The High-Tech Phone Holder That Automatically Tracks Your Face
This phone holder uses AI to automatically track your face so you’re always in the frame while video calling, filming, or taking photos. Its body rotates 360 degrees, securely holds your phone, and has dual removable fill lights with adjustable brightness and three color temperatures. If you remove the base, you can attach it to a tripod.
36Reusable Cleaning Gel That Effortlessly Dusts Nooks & Crannies
This cleaning gel has a viral reputation on Amazon (it has over 42,000 perfect ratings) for its dusting power. Remove it from the jar and dust nooks and crannies in your car or clean between your keyboard. It quickly picks up dust, debris, and crumbs and is reusable until it changes color.
37Genius Vegetable Peelers That Fit Over Your Fingers Like Rings
Slip one of these vegetable peelers onto your fingers, and you’ll be able to easily peel produce (without the risk of cuts or slips). Their design is more ergonomic than traditional peelers, plus they have comfort grips for added comfort. Glide their stainless steel blades over cucumbers, potatoes, and more.
38The Bottle Emptying Kit That Prevents Product Waste
If you’re tired of struggling to get every last drop out of bottles, this bottle-emptying kit will help. It comes with three adapter sizes for small, medium, and large bottles that you attach to base caps. Once set up, store the bottle upside down to let gravity work, then squeeze out your products to get every last drop. One reviewer wrote, “Easy to connect; just try the different sizes until you find the fit, turn the bottle over, and you’re set. I think it’s already paid for itself with the amount of lotion I [saved] from the bottom of almost empty bottles.”
39A Cat-Shaped Sticky Note Dispenser For Easier Note-Taking
This cat-shaped sticky note dispenser will keep your sticky pad within reach and make it easy to grab a note paper when you need it. It holds standard 3-inch by 3-inch accordion-style sticky pads, securing them behind the cat’s paws. It conveniently dispenses sticky notes one at a time.
40The Color-Correcting Primer For Nourished Glow
Formulated with a blend of 15 vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, this one-step primer nourishes your skin for a healthy glow and feels lightweight and breathable. It also includes three color-correcting pigments (lavender, peach, and mint) and a brightening complex. Use it after your moisturizer but before your foundation.
41Cloud-Shaped Box Cutters That Are So Whimsical
Box cutters don’t have to look like they came from a hardware store — these are shaped like whimsical clouds. This three-piece set of box cutters includes pretty pastels like baby blue and lavender. The compact size means they’re easy to store.
42The Best-Selling Chicken Shredder For Effortless Shredding
This food-safe plastic chicken shredder will make prepping shredded chicken a lot easier. Simply place some chicken inside the shredder, attach the lid, and twist the top piece until you get your desired size. Its sharp teeth effortlessly shred chicken for tacos, salads, and sandwiches. It’s also easy to clean in a dishwasher. One reviewer raved, “This handy gadget effortlessly slices up the meat, making meal prep a breeze. What surprised me the most was how easy it is to clean. Just pop it in the dishwasher, and it’s good as new!”
43A Cute Pizza Cutter That Easily Cuts Through Crust
With a sharp stainless steel blade and comfortable grip, this pizza cutter makes slicing through the crust a breeze (without damaging toppings). As you slice, you’ll hold the cat-shaped grip and watch the mouse “run” from the cat. The cat’s tail is also a convenient hanging hook.
44A Widely Compatible Laptop Stand That Rotates 360 Degrees
This laptop stand has a functional 360-degree rotating design to turn your laptop in any direction. Beyond its helpful rotating base, its durable aluminum body features adjustable arms to get the right height and a wide base compatible with 10- to 16-inch laptops. The holder also has an open back to allow for proper ventilation.
45A Sleek Toilet Paper Basket That Conceals 12 Extra Rolls
Store your extra rolls in this sleek toilet paper storage box, and it will stylishly conceal up to 12 rolls. Its slim profile easily fits in small bathrooms, whether you keep it by your toilet or under your sink. Its fabric and bamboo frame sets up in under three minutes.
46Cold-Pressed Castor Oil For Your Skin, Eyebrows, & Lashes
Packed with deeply nourishing vitamins and fatty acids, this cold-pressed castor oil is a game-changer for your skin, eyebrows, and lashes. It comes with a lash brush and eyebrow spoolie so you can apply it directly as part of your routine. As a bonus, it may promote brow and lash growth for a fuller look. “10/10 recommend,” wrote one reviewer. “This product has helped my skin tremendously, and the length of my lashes has doubled!”
47Cut-Resistant Gloves With A 4.5-Star Average Rating After 42,000 Reviews
These best-selling cut-resistant gloves have garnered an impressive 4.5-star average rating after over 42,000 reviews. Their unique food-safe material is four times stronger than leather, offering maximum protection against knives while preparing food. They’re breathable, comfortable, and machine-washable, so you can wear them for hours (even to prep meat).
48A Cute Crochet Plant That’s An Effective Car Air Freshener
At first glance, this car air freshener simply looks like a cute crochet accessory for your rearview mirror. In reality, it houses a fillable glass bottle for your favorite essential oil or scent blend. Fill the bottle, and its diffuser stick will release the scent into your car’s cabin.
49Car Seat Belt Pads That Prevent Irritation
If a drive in the car leaves you with a sore shoulder or neck, you’ll want to add these seat belt pads to your cart. They’re made from genuine wool, which is not only soft and fluffy, but temperature regulating, too, so they’ll be cozy in winter and breathable in summer. Choose a neutral that blends with your interior or spice things up with a bright color.
- Available colors: 32
50Teeth Whitening Pens That Take The Hassle Out Of Brightening
If you want a brighter smile but loathe the hassle of the whitening process, these teeth whitening pens might be right up your alley. They’re outfitted with brush tips — simply paint the formula onto your teeth, then smile while it dries... that’s it. The precise application means you can reach the gaps of your teeth easily, too.
51A Stainless Steel Chopper For Prepping Veggies, Herbs, & More
Perfect for prepping veggies, lettuce, and herbs, this stainless steel chopper has two rounded, sharp blades that effortlessly cut produce. Grip the stainless steel handle and rock the chopper back and forth to slice everything from produce to nuts to chocolate. Its wide gap between the blades prevents food from getting stuck as you go.
52Nonslip Shower Mat That Upgrades Both Safety & Style
Help give your shower slip resistance — and get a style upgrade at the same time — with this nonslip mat. Made with a loofah-like material, it’s soft and exfoliating underfoot and won’t block the flow of water. It comes in a variety of cool designs, including this checkered option with a 3-D effect.
- Available sizes: 9
- Available styles: 18
53A Phone Stand That Folds Down For Storage & Portability
A phone stand is pretty much a must-have these days, but they can be annoying to store (unless you don’t mind having them out all the time). This fold-down phone stand collapses nearly flat, so you can tuck it in a drawer — or in your bag if you want to take it on the go. It’s also height and angle adjustable for a perfect view, so it’s no wonder it’s earned an impressive 4.8-star overall rating after 28,000 reviews.
- Available colors: 9
54Keyboard Clicker That’s Perfect When You Need To Fidget
Whether you’re stressed or trying to improve focus, sometimes a little “click” can help — which is why this keyboard fidget toy comes in handy. It makes a satisfying sound (and has a satisfying feel) and each key lights up when you press it. The attached key chain makes it easy to bring along anywhere.
55Collar Extender Buttons That Loosen Too-Tight Shirts
These collar extenders will give you some breathing room (literally) as they loosen tight collars in less than a minute. Just slip the stretchy loop over the opposite button and pull the button through the buttonhole. They add up to an extra inch of space around the collar, blending in with classic collared shirts.
56An Adorable Piggy That Watches You While You Drive
Long commutes can be a drag, but this car decoration cheers them right up. Boasting a 4.6-star overall rating, this popular little pig perches on your dash, rearview mirror, or any other spot to give you a little pep, even in bumper-to-bumper traffic.
57A Compact Extension Cord With A Flat Plug
If you need extra outlets but want to save space, this slim extension cord fits the bill. Its standout feature is a flat plug, which won’t block your other outlet. Once plugged in, its compact block provides three AC outlets, two USB-A ports, and one USB-C port for simultaneously charging up to six devices.
58A Spa-Worthy Bath Pillow That Supports Your Head, Neck, & Shoulders
This bath pillow fits any tub and will make you feel like you’re soaking at a spa. Designed to cradle your neck, head, and shoulders while you soak, its supportive foam cushions you, while its four strong suction cups keep it secured. Plus, its breathable mesh cover dries quickly after a soak. “I’ve had this bath pillow for over a year,” one reviewer wrote. “I take a bath at least once or twice a week, and I find this pillow to be comfortable and versatile — I flip the top bolster down to support my neck if I’m reading and lay it flat when I’m reclining.”
59Heel Moisturizing Socks That Help Repair Cracked Feet
If you have dry or cracked feet, these moisturizing heel socks can help restore hydration and repair cracks. An infusion of hydrating argan oil, soothing aloe vera, and restoring vitamin E are integrated into the socks for intense moisturizing power. Use them alone or double up with lotion. They’re conveniently reusable and machine-washable.
60The Transparent Sticky Notes That Don’t Hide What’s Underneath Them
Now you can make notes and still see what’s written underneath them, thanks to these transparent sticky notes. The set includes 400 sheets in a variety of colors, but all translucent for a see-through finish. They’re perfect for annotating books, but can be used in just about any scenario.
61A Comfortable Nonslip Shower Mat That Stays Put
This shower mat features over 360 suction cups to keep it secured to your shower or tub floor. Beyond its safe, nonslip design, it’s comfortable underfoot, with a soft, pebbled texture that’s gentle on feet. Bonus: You can toss it in your washing machine when it's dirty.
62An Adjustable Tofu Press That Makes Prepping Tofu Easy
Instead of pressing your tofu with sheet pans and paper towels, try this tofu press. Add your tofu inside the drip tray, lock the lid into place, and rotate the dial. Its spring-loaded mechanism will apply up to 22 pounds of pressure to drain your tofu in 10 to 30 minutes. Then, drain and remove.
63The Extendable Microfiber Duster That Reaches Over 8 Feet
Perfect for dusting hard-to-reach areas like high furniture, ceiling fans, and shelving, this microfiber duster has an extendable pole. When not extended, it’s as small as 2.5 feet; when fully extended, it reaches over 8 feet. Its detachable, washable microfiber head is also bendable, so you can even reach around corners.
64This Tiny Trash Can That Fits In Your Car Cupholder
Keeping your vehicle pristine is easier than you might think if you have this car trash can. Made from flexible silicone, it fits neatly in your cupholder where it’s ready to store anything you throw in it. The lid on top keeps everything out of sight and out of mind.
65A Brilliant Bamboo Bag Organizer That Looks Great In Your Drawer
Toss your store-bought cardboard boxes and opt for this bamboo bag organizer, which looks sleek in your drawer. It has four spacious slots for snack, sandwich, quart, and gallon storage bags. Remove the top lid to load it with bags, then choose from 21 included labels to make it über-organized.
66The Viral Flushable Wipes With A 4.7-Star Average Rating After 162,000 Reviews
These flushable wipes have an extra-large surface area and a soothing infusion of shea butter and coconut for gentle cleansing. Their plant-based fibers and 99% water content are easy on your skin and pipes so that you can flush them with confidence. They’re even safe for septic systems.
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