Hands Down, The Strangest & Most Genius Things Trending On Amazon Under $20

These meat shredder claws might look odd, but they’re super helpful for shredding meat in record time. Grip the handles, and use the sharp, heatproof claws to tear through pork, chicken, or beef like a pro (even if it’s fresh off the grill). Cleanup is just as easy, too, thanks to their top-rack dishwasher-safe design.

This budget-friendly electric car blanket will help you stay cozy on chilly car rides thanks to its genius design that plugs into your car’s auxiliary power outlet. Once plugged in, it delivers warmth until you unplug it, and its extra-long cord means you can use it even when sitting in the back seat. “I got this because my new car didn’t come with heated seats,” wrote one reviewer. “I leave it plugged in, so when I remote start my car, it heats up. By the time I get to my car, which is maybe 10 minutes, it’s completely warm and cozy!”

Whether you’ve started to notice dust build up in the crevices of your car, your keyboard, or vents, this tiny and scratch-free brush is perfect. It makes it easy and simple to brush away dust and crumbs, and it’s small enough to keep in a desk drawer or your car’s glove compartment or console.

This foldable cell phone stand is a favorite amongst Bustle editors, in part because it’s so easy to bring with you on the go. Fold it down and it’s smaller than a portable charger, but it also has a telescoping center rod that can be extended up to 3 inches. Truly, this is one you won’t know how you lived without.

This innovative glass cleaning brush has a soft, anti-scratch foam material that’s gentle on delicate glassware like wine glasses, champagne flutes, and other barware. According to the brand, it lasts 20 times longer than high-quality sponges. And it’s top-rack dishwasher-safe, so keeping it clean is a breeze.

These brilliant dip clips mount to your car’s vents no matter their shape. Once attached, you can use the clips to hold your dipping sauces while eating in your car. They fit large ketchups plus small, large, and round sauces without the ramekin. Squeeze other packet sizes into the included ramekins to keep on dipping.

If you want to keep things handy by your bed, this wall-mounted shelf makes it easy to store necessities while hiding the clutter. It attaches to your wall via strong adhesive tape. Use the top shelf for your remote or glasses and the larger bottom compartment to hold your phone, snacks, or game controller.

If you have loose outlets, these outlet inserts will make them tighter and more secure. Simply insert one into the offending outlet, then plug something in. You’ll notice a tighter connection, preventing your cord from loosening or falling out. Bonus: These glow in the dark for nighttime visibility.

This electric letter opener automatically powers on when it detects a letter, effortlessly slicing through envelopes so you don’t have to. Hold it in one hand or place it flat (horizontally or vertically) to open letters in record time. It’s entirely cordless and has a recessed blade to protect your hands from accidental cuts. “SO much easier/faster than a manual letter opener,” raved one reviewer. “This can be used with one hand, which is awesome. It rarely catches the contents of the envelope. It is fast.”

Keep your AirPods looking spic and span with this inexpensive cleaning kit. It features a dual-sided design with an integrated metal tip for tackling grime and buildup. Beneath the pen tip is a soft brush for dusting. Use the other side of the pen to access a flocked sponge to clean out your earbuds’ case.

You may not think you need another cutting board, but this foldable cutting board will change your mind. Its clever design transforms from a flat board into a wide chute with a simple squeeze, letting you pour ingredients into your pots and pans mess-free. It also has nonslip feet to stabilize it as you chop.

Make cleaning sharp knives easier with this knife scrubber that cleverly wraps around blades for a quick and thorough clean. It has opposing bristles that clean both sides of the blade simultaneously, while its easy-to-hold grip keeps your fingers away from the blade. Many reviewers comment on its easy, efficient design. One reviewer calls it a favorite purchase, writing, “I used to cut myself frequently while washing my knives. It is so easy to clean them now! Just swish your knife through the brush, and you're done! The brush is thick, so it really does a thorough cleaning!”

This luggage scale is a best-seller, thanks to over 23,000 reviewers who rated it five stars. It’s compact enough to fit inside your luggage, so you can keep track of your suitcase’s weight on the go. Attach the strap to your luggage and hold the scale — it’ll accurately read up to 110 pounds.

Whether you’re reading or crafting, this LED neck light comes in clutch with a long-lasting battery up to 80 hours, three color temperatures (including low-blue-light amber), and six brightness levels to give you plenty of light on your terms. Its genius design is totally hands-free and recharges via USB-C.

This reusable cleaning gel has an impressive reputation with over 49,000 five-star reviews and counting. It’s an easy-to-use multitasking cleaner that removes dirt and dust with a quick press. Press it into your car’s dashboard, gear shift, and other nooks and crannies to banish dust. Reviewers also say it’s great for cleaning keyboards and electronics.

This multi-tool comes in handy for odd jobs, repairs, and camping. It looks weird at first glance but has a genius design that includes a hammer, a wire cutter, screwdrivers, a bottle opener, scissors, and a can opener. Also included is a knife with a sharp and serrated blade, a carabiner, a nail claw, and pliers.

Keep your spoon handy with this unique utensil rest that’s shaped like a crab. Its clever design attaches to the edge of your pot, pan, or bowl while its claws securely hold your spoon. Made from heat-resistant silicone, it also doubles as a handy steam releaser, propping open a lid with its back.

These Bluetooth headphones triple as a headband, sleep mask, and wireless headset, making them ideal for drifting to sleep with white noise or working out with your favorite tunes. The integrated speakers are thin and comfortable even for side sleepers. Light, breathable, moisture-wicking fabric and a 10-hour battery life make these even better.

Light candles, a fire, or a grill, no matter the weather. This waterproof lighter works without fuel to generate an electric current that ignites a flame. It will ignite in both wind and rain and has a rugged, protective case perfect for camping and outdoor activities. “Hands down the coolest tool I own in my camping gear,” raved one reviewer. “I have all the room I need to light small sticks and brush to start a fire. No more struggling with lighters that get too hot and burn my thumb or wind blowing out my matches.”

Use this cheap ice roller to soothe your face — its silicone mold allows you to customize your ice with other ingredients, such as cucumber, rose petals, essential oils, or green tea, for a spa-like cold therapy session. Fill it with ingredients, then close it, pour water through the top hole, and freeze it for four hours.

Featuring 10 sharp stainless steel prongs and an ergonomic handle, this produce holder easily secures onions, tomatoes, and other foods so you can get precise, even slices. Its prongs hold items secure so they don’t slip as you slice. Bonus: It doubles as a meat tenderizer.

Pop the top off this silicone deodorizer that’s shaped like a cute mushroom, fill it with baking soda, secure the top, and stick it inside your fridge. Its cheerful face will greet you every time you open your fridge, while inside, its baking soda removes funky odors and keeps your fridge smelling fresh. One happy shopper wrote, “It is the perfect little baking soda container to stick in the fridge to avoid the dreaded soft cardboard that always happens when you just put the whole box in. It keeps funky smells from sticking around just as well as the whole box does! Just perfect!”

These clever towel hooks suction cup to your wall and are endlessly reusable (plus they don’t damage your walls). Once installed, each hook rotates 360 degrees and can support up to 11 pounds, making them perfect for towels, scrub brushes, and other bathroom necessities. Pro tip: They’re also great for hanging items on a door.

This cutting board looks a bit strange, but it saves so much storage space and doubles as a washing tub for washing produce or dishes. Compact and collapsible, it’s a cutting board when flat, but when fully expanded, it becomes a washing tub. It even has a built-in knife slot for storing your favorite chopping knife.

A surefire way to level up your gaming setup, this anti-slip gaming mouse pad cushions your hands and wrists while its surface delivers smooth, precise moments from your mouse. It features 15 gorgeous RGB lighting modes (11 static and four dynamic) that shine from the edges. Its lights and overall aesthetic have reviewers calling it “beautiful.”

Perfect for travel, hiking, camping, or public restrooms with no soap, these soap sheets come in compact holders that fit in your bag. Add water to a sheet and let it dissolve, then rub your hands together for a satisfying, moisturizing lather. They come in soothing scents like lavender, tea tree, and orange.

Make the perfect al dente pasta in under 15 minutes with this pasta cooker. It holds over 40 ounces of pasta and cooks evenly in your microwave without sticking or boiling over. Use it to cook all types of pasta, including penne, ravioli, spaghetti, and fettuccine — just measure, microwave, strain, and serve.

You love your fur babies but don’t love them clawing your furniture. These transparent cat scratch shields protect your couches and chairs from sharp claws without concealing the fabric underneath. They’re super easy to install, thanks to their self-adhesive backing. And once up, their slick surface will discourage your cat from clawing your furniture.

This adjustable phone mount fits snugly into your car’s cup holder and features a 360-degree rotating head and a bendable gooseneck to customize your viewing angle. Meanwhile, the phone mount has adjustable arms, nonslip silicone, and a stable bottom grip to keep your phone stable while you drive. “This is great! I didn’t want a magnet on my phone case, so I went with this option,” wrote one reviewer. “You screw in as tight as needed to fit your cup holder, and it doesn’t move. Easy to get in and out with the back button release. Well worth it, and I would buy it again!”

Featuring six markers and six wax sticks in various colors, this furniture repair kit will help you quickly conceal scuffs, scratches, and discoloration. Choose from colors like maple, cherry, walnut, oak, mahogany, and black to match your wood finishes. Then, color in a scratch, let it dry, and you’ll have a permanent, cost-effective solution that makes your furniture look new again.

Stop struggling with your bracelets. This bracelet helper tool is the assistant you didn’t know you needed, with a design that allows you to clamp the loop end of the bracelet with one hand and easily attach the clasp with the other. Plus, it has a padded tip to prevent scratches.

This door prop might look bizarre, but it will help keep your front-load washing machine smelling fresh. Attach its magnetic base to your washing machine, and bend the adjustable arm to hold your door open. Its clever design is nonscratch and prevents unpleasant mildew from building up in your drum.

With a 4.7-star average rating after 3,000 reviews, this nail polish bottle holder has a fantastic reputation for its ability to prevent spills. Made of sturdy silicone with an easy-to-adjust hinge, it cleverly grips a surface so it stays put, no matter the angle. Put any-sized nail polish bottle inside and tilt it to access every last drop.

Use this budget-friendly tech cleaning kit to care for all your gadgets. The large cleaning brush doubles as a holder and effortlessly dusts keyboards. Open the lid to access a keycap puller for your keyboard, a double-sided cleaning pen for your earbuds, a cleaning solution for screens, and a microfiber cloth. One reviewer raved, “I took out all the keys from my work keyboard and cleared out all the junk using the key extractor and brush. It worked great! I’ve used the earbud cleaner on my Bose Sport, and it got into all the hard-to-reach places.”

“I need a headlamp beanie,” said no one ever. But this LED beanie is super useful for nighttime walks, working in your garage, or staying visible during nighttime cycling. Its soft fabric is cozy, warm, and washable, while the LED light detaches to charge and has three brightness modes. It also delivers up to eight hours of light.

This handy rearview mirror wiper keeps your rear-view mirrors crystal clear in rainy or foggy weather without leaving scratches, thanks to its gentle rubber squeegee. It’s compact enough to fit inside your glove compartment or console and extends to over 3 feet, so you can reach your mirrors without leaving your seat.

Get an instant lighting upgrade with this LED makeup mirror that straps onto your car’s visor. Its dual touch sensors feature adjustable brightness and color temperature (warm, warm white, or bright white), so you get the perfect lighting any time of day. Plus, it’s rechargeable via USB-C, and its battery lasts for eight hours.

With a compact design that fits in your pocket or purse, this rechargeable hand warmer is perfect for chilly weather. Turn it on, and it’ll reach a temperature of up to 107 degrees Fahrenheit in under two minutes. Its battery life lasts up to four hours, and it emits heat from each side. One reviewer raved, “This is small enough to attach to my purse and looks attractive. It quickly warms up and stays warm for a long enough time to warm your hands. The built-in light is bright enough to unlock doors and see steps.”

This light therapy lamp mimics sunlight with a brightness comparable to ambient daylight. Put it on your desk and choose between three brightness levels and three integrated timers for 30 to 90 minutes of lighting. Some reviewers say it brightens their mood during darker months.

If you get cold at your desk or in your bedroom, this mini space heater is compact enough to place on your desk or nightstand. It features fast-heating ceramic coils that put off soothing heat without being too noisy. It’s also lightweight enough to pack for overnight trips, clocking in at under 2 pounds.

This microwave cleaner makes cleaning your microwave a breeze thanks to a clever design that utilizes cleansing steam. Remove the angry mom’s hair to fill her with vinegar and water, and pop her (fully assembled) into the microwave for five to seven minutes. Then, give your microwave a quick wipe to unveil a sparkling-clean interior.

Keep items handy by your bed with this genius storage caddy. It features iron hooks to hang from the side of your bed and a durable canvas material with a spacious interior. Use the main compartment to store your tablet or books. It also has four small pockets for your phone, remotes, and more. “I was looking for something to keep things out of the bed, and this caddy fits the need,” wrote one happy shopper. “The caddy hangs from my headboard securely, the pocket is wide and deep (can hold books and tablet), and there are two front pockets to hold my cellphone (even while charging) and the TV remote.”

Put this adorable cat-shaped night-light in your bedroom, a nursery, or anywhere you want soft lighting. Its super soft silicone is virtually unbreakable (so it’s safe to put anywhere). Just tap it to turn it on and switch between warm white, seven vibrant colors, and three brightness modes.

For well under $20, this patty press will help you make delicious craft burgers at home. Its versatile three-in-one design allows you to press patties for sliders with the small base or classic and stuffed patties with the large press. Fill the base with ground meat, press it down, fill it with any ingredients you want, and seal it off with more ground meat.

This grill brush scrubs away grime from your grill in a matter of seconds. Crafted with durable, rust-resistant stainless steel bristles and a long, easy-to-grip handle, the brand says its bristles are 60% more rigid than competitors. Dip the brush in water and scrub it onto a hot grill for a quick, efficient steam clean.

Reviewers love the space-saving power of these legging organizers, which feature 10 hooks on each hanger. With coated clips that won’t damage or crimp your fabric, they’re perfect for hanging up leggings, tights, or jeans. The arched design makes it easy to see and access items in your closet without unclipping a neighboring pair.

Save your hands and open stubborn jars and bottles with this opener set. Designed with ergonomic, nonslip handles for a secure grip, it features four jar circumference sizes for various containers. It also comes with a can opener that opens twist and non-twist bottle caps, releases jar seals, pulls can tabs, and opens soda can tabs.

Featuring five interchangeable heads in fine, medium, and coarse, this callus remover will help you remove dry, dead skin. Turn it on to select from two adjustable speeds — the roller rotates 360 degrees to quickly and painlessly buff away calluses. It’s also waterproof, so you can even use it in the shower. “If you are wondering if this product actually works, yes, it does,” wrote one reviewer. “I always have dry, cracked heels, and after using this product for five to 10 minutes, my heels were really smooth.”

This vegetable spiralizer will upgrade your food prep game by making gorgeous spiraled and ribboned veggies for salads, pasta-style dishes, and garnishes. Its top blade has four built-in, interchangeable blades you can select with the push of a button. It also features a pronged holder to securely hold veggies while you prep.

Made of durable, machine-washable Oxford cloth, this travel cup holder has an adjustable design that fits most suitcase handles. It features two large drinker holders and one back pocket for storing your phone, passport, wallet, and other essentials, so you can keep everything accessible as you travel through airport terminals and beyond.

Perfect for repairing car seats, furniture, shoes, and more, this leather sewing kit is ideal for leather but also works on canvas, denim, and vinyl. The set has everything you need to sew heavy fabrics, including waxed threads in four colors, seven heavy-duty sewing needles, three awls, two thimbles, and more. One reviewer wrote, “I have a pair of work shoes that are kind of expensive. One of the laces pulled through, and I wasn’t ready to retire this pair. I ordered this leather repair kit, and it had everything I needed to repair my shoes.”

Add extra inches of water to your bath with this cheap bathtub drain cover. Its powerful suction cups grip the tub, providing an airtight seal around your tub’s overflow drain so you can enjoy a deeper, more luxurious soak. Reviewers love its simple, easy-to-install design, contributing to over 51,000 rave reviews.

This strawberry huller is a genius little tool that quickly removes the hulls from strawberries, leaving you with picture-perfect prepped fruit. Give its green button a quick press and twist to remove stems in seconds. It’s safer and faster than using a knife and works on other soft produce like mini bell peppers.

Make deliciously fluffy, perfectly cooked potatoes with these microwavable potato bags. Made of durable, machine-washable fabric, each bag can cook multiple potatoes in just four minutes. Reviewers praise their quick cooking time, calling their design a total time saver. Pro tip: You can also use them to cook corn on the cob and sweet potatoes.

Take these stainless steel straws anywhere — they collapse and fit inside portable holders with carabiners you can clip to your bag, backpack, or keychain. They’re easy to clean with the included cleaning brush and reduce plastic straw waste. However, their most impressive feature is their extendable design, which fits 10- to 30-ounce water bottles.