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Amazon’s Selling A Ton Of These 75 Weird, Cheap Gifts Because They're So Freaking Cool

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If you’re on the hunt for a gift that’s unique and unexpected (and also easy on your wallet), these weird, cheap finds on Amazon are exactly what you need. From quirky gadgets to unexpectedly useful items, these picks are selling fast because they’re just that cool. Perfect for anyone who loves unique stuff, these gifts stand out from the typical options — and they’re guaranteed to surprise and delight.

1An Adorable Mug With A Spot For Your Used Tea Bag

You won’t have to squeeze your finger through the handle of this ceramic mug. It has plenty of space for you to hold your coffee or tea comfortably as you lounge — and it has a built-in spot to store a spent tea bag. The stoneware is dishwasher safe and can hold up to 15 ounces.

2A Retro Tissue Box Holder That Turns Your Phone Into The Screen

Not only is this tissue box holder the perfect way to hide unattractive cardboard boxes but it can also be used to watch your favorite shows hands-free. Your phone can be slid into the front slot so that its retro design looks even more realistic. Plus, the legs can be removed if desired.

3A Quirky Plant Pot That Can Make Anyone Smile

This cute plant pot featuring a smiley face and limbs is sure to evoke joy and amusement. Despite its glossy glass-like appearance, these pots are crafted from highly durable plastic and feature a removable drainage plug for easy care. Plants are not included however an adoption certificate and a personal backstory about your new plant pot are.

4A Cozy Weighted Blanket You Can Travel With

With its velvety exterior and weighted glass bead filling, this leaf-shaped blanket is cozy to the max — use it while sleeping, TV show marathoning, or even while you travel. It’s compact in size for carrying. There are various colors and weights to consider in the listing.

5This Squishy Duck Night Light With 3 Brightnesses

The soft glow that emits from this rechargeable squishy silicone duck night light can help lull anyone to sleep. It can be dimmed to three different settings and it also has a 30-minute timer.

6A Crystal Suncatcher That Casts A Rainbow Scene Onto Nearby Areas

When the seven crystals on this sun catcher hit the sunlight, they project a colorful rainbow scene onto nearby areas — it’s the coolest experience. Hang this pick indoors or out using the sturdy hanging string and small hook.

7A Wooden Book Lamp That’s The Coolest

When closed, this wooden book looks like, well, a book. But as soon as you open it up, it becomes the coolest light — set it up as a full or semicircle as desired. It glows a warm white hue that’ll last up to eight hours on a single charge.

8This Acupressure Mat With 30,000+ 5-Star Reviews

This acupressure mat, along with the included pillow, will give you full support and help relieve stress. The cushioned foam has a 100% linen cover and thousands of therapeutic spikes that help relieve tension from muscles. Laying on the set for as little as 10 minutes a day can help reduce discomfort. It’s available in several colors in the listing, as well as a larger size.

9Goofy Motion Sickness Glasses That Actually Work

Yes, you will look a little funny while wearing these motion sickness glasses that have a liquid level that adjusts based on the movements around you. But who cares — it’s far better than getting sick while you ride on a boat, drive in a car, or fly on a plane.

10A Unique Chicken Lamp That’s Sure To Strike Up A Conversation

This chicken lamp is sure to be a conversation starter in your home — how could it not be? The chicken is made from durable resin, and the “egg” that it’s laying is actually the light feature that emits a warm glow. The brightness is adjustable as you see fit.

11An Exfoliating Clay Mask For Softer Skin

This carbonated bubble mask is proof that you don’t have to spend a lot on good skincare. It has a thick, mud-like texture in the jar, but as it sits on your skin, it starts to bubble into a lightweight foam that you can easily rinse off. Shoppers have called it “fun” to use, with one reviewer writing that after se, their skin was “smooth, tight, and silky to the touch.”

12A Set Of Dessert Spoons That’re Made Of Durable Stainless Steel

These four dessert spoons are each shaped like a different shovel and some are pointed so you can better dig into tougher fruit, hard ice cream, or thick pie crusts. They’re made of corrosion-resistant stainless steel.

13A Phone Tripod That Comes With A Remote For Better Group Selfies

This phone tripod makes it easy to hold your phone steadily in one hand, it expands to have sturdy legs, and it comes with a Bluetooth remote so you can take a selfie from a distance. A lanyard is also included for easy carrying while out and about.

14A Set Of Fuzzy Hand Towels Made Of Absorbent Microfiber

These cute hand towels have a unique ball-shaped design and little hedgehog faces, but that’s not what makes them special. Crafted from absorbent microfiber, each towel has individual strands that thoroughly dry every part of your hands, including between your fingers. They even come with adhesive hanging hooks. One reviewer raved, “I was pleasantly surprised that these work as stated. They dry hands and between fingers by just rubbing one with your hands. Faster than a towel.”

15A 6-Pack Of Bookmarks Shaped Like Heartsç

Bookworms will love this six-piece set of heart-shaped bookmarks. Made from faux leather with visible stitching, each one hugs your page at the corner to help you keep your place. Bonus: Unlike traditional bookmarks, they don’t stick out like a sore thumbs.

  • Available styles: 3

16A Cool-Looking Light-Up Diffuser & Huidifier

With its colorful faux flames, this aromatherapy diffuser and humidifier combo is the coolest thing to look at. And it also functions amazingly, adding moisture and a lovely scent to the surrounding air. It can run for up to eight hours straight, turning off automatically when the water runs out.

17A Light-Up Cherry Blossom Bonsai Tree With Bendable & Adjustable Branches

Add a little light to any room with this gorgeous cherry blossom bonsai tree, which has adjustable branches that you can bend to fit your specific lighting needs. Available in two versions — with warm white or colorful lights — its built-in LED lights safely provide a soft ambiance. “I have it in my entrance hall, and really brightens things up. Very pretty, easy to arrange,” said one reviewer.

18A Word Party Game That Has A 4.6-Star Overall Rating

You’ll have to get creative with your responses to the prompts included in this word party game. Put together hilarious sentences using the word magnets and decide who in the group had the best answer; it will keep everyone laughing for hours.

19A Crossbody Carrier For Your Stanley

This water bottle carrier keeps all your essentials in one small, convenient package. Suitable for Stanleys (and Stanley alternatives), it has two zippered pockets for your phone, cards, and keys, along with a crossbody strap, so you can sling it over your shoulder. And because it’s made of padded neoprene, it’ll keep you drink chilled for hours.

  • Available colors: 14

20A Divided Baking Pen To Make All Edge Brownie Pieces

The edge pieces of brownies are the best — you’ll never change my mind on that. And with this divided brownie pan, you’ll create 18 perfectly-sized all-edge pieces for the ultimate dessert. You can even use it for other treats like lemon bars, blondies, and more.

21A Multi-Tool Pen Set With A Built-In Flashlight

This multi-tool pen set is perfect for anyone who is constantly finding little projects to work on. The pack comes with two pens that together can act as a ruler, stylus, LED light, two kinds of screwdrivers, bubble level, and writing implements (of course). Your purchase also comes with two ink refills.

22A Pair Of Cat-Eye Eyeliner Stamps With 23,000+ 5-Star Reviews

You don’t have to be a professional to get the perfect wing anymore; all you need is this eyeliner stamp. It’s dual-ended so you can choose the thickness of your wings and, once you do, you can easily make each eye match by just pressing down. Plus, the formula is waterproof and smudge-proof.

23A Low-Profile Bedside Shelf For Nighttime Essentials

If you know someone who likes to have all their stuff right by their side when going to bed, this bedside shelf is sure to be appreciated. It mounts with adhesive backing (so no tools necessary) and features two slots for storage of small items, like a phone, remote control, and book. Plus, the slim profile means it takes up hardly any space.

24A Glass Foot File To Quickly & Gently Remove Rough Patches

Lotion may help but nothing will get your skin as smooth as this ergonomic glass foot file. It’s a non-abrasive way to buff away built-up calluses without scratching your feet. It can be washed by simply rinsing with water and reused over and over. It comes with a cover to protect the surface when not in use.

25This Party Game That Reviewers Say Is A Lot Of Fun

This Bounce Battle game can be played in teams, tournament style, or one-on-one. It combines strategy, skill, and luck. Everyone can learn how to play quickly and each game only lasts a few minutes. One reviewer commented, “I was skeptical at first thinking how fun could some ping pong balls and a peg board be but this game is a ton of fun. We've played it multiple times with the same people and it doesn't get boring.”

26These Moisturizing Lip Balms With Brushes For Easy Application

Packed with hydrating ingredients like propolis (a honey extract) and vitamin E, these honey lip balms promises to moisturize and soothe dry, chapped lips, while also helping to gently exfoliate away dead skin. The honey shaped pot is not only cute to look at, but it is also a compact size to stow in any bag. These each come with a lip brush that help scoop out and apply the product, which can be conveniently stored in the top of the lip balm.

27Retractable Box Cutters In Cute Cloud Shapes

Lots of packages equals lots of opening packages — so you might as well make it whimsical by using these cloud-shaped box cutters. Small but mighty, they feature retractable blades that slice through tape and cardboard with ease. The set includes pastel colors to add to the dreamy vibe.

28A Macramé Photo Display With Remote-Controlled Lights

Using the included remote, you can choose between different lighting modes and timers so that this handcrafted macramé photo display is illuminated exactly how you want. It comes with 30 clips to securely keep photos in place and has LED bulbs so each has its own spotlight.

29The Coolest Astronaut Bookends

These astronaut bookends are out of this world. Made from sturdy resin with a hand-painted finish, the pair of bookends can prop up books of any size or weight (even thick cookbooks) to prevent them from toppling over on a shelf. They look so freaking cool, too.

30A Highly Adjustable Book Light That’s Rechargeable

Thanks to its 32 flicker-free LEDs, this book light shines impressively bright (casting a wide beam of light) so you can actually read your current favorite book at all hours of the night. The brightness is dimmable, too. This pick also displays data like the time, date, and more. And it’s rechargeable via USB-C.

31A Vibrating Scalp Massager That Feels So Good

This head massager has 20 flexible metal fingers that wrap around your whole head for an absolutely amazing-feeling massage — and you don’t need anyone to do it for you. Bonus points: This pick has a built-in motor that creates a gentle vibration.

32Underwear Sticky Notes For Funnier To-Do Lists

Add some cheeky humor to your day with these underwear sticky notes. Each pad includes 75 sheets of notes (in white and pink colors) for brief reminders, messages, to-do lists, notes, and more. Stick them onto almost any surface so you don’t lose track of them.

33This Desktop Mini Fridge That Can Cool Or Heat

Because this mini fridge has a range of 32 to 150 degrees Fahrenheit, it can be used to keep things both cold and warm. Use it to give your serums a cooling effect overnight and to keep your lunch ready to eat during the day. The shelf can be adjusted to various heights so that every kind of can and container can fit.

34A Vase That Makes It Easy To Sprout An Avocado Plant

If you’ve ever tried to grow an avocado from a pit, you know it requires precariously balancing the seed over water to let roots grow. This avocado tree growing kit makes it easy to nurture a new plant on your window sill. The gorgeous bowl offers enough space for the roots to grow and all you have to do is fill it with water and insert a pit.

35A Color-Changing Lip Balm That Makes The Perfect Shade

When you swipe on this lip balm, it reacts with the pH level of your lips, creating a custom glittery shade that’ll last for up to six hours. This pick is infused with vitamin E, mint essential oil, and other soothing ingredients for hydration and a volumizing effect. The packaging is top-notch, too.

36A Portable Car Vacuum With A Carrying Case

Vacuum up everything from pet hair to food crumbs with this car vacuum that’s compact, portable, and comes with a carrying case. It weighs less than 3 pounds and has a strong suction that can tackle almost anything. It also comes with three detailing attachments and a long cord to reach your entire interior.

37An Easy-To-Use Remote Control Page Turner For Your E-Reader

Compatible with a wide range of E-readers, this remote control page turner is the most convenient way to electronically turn the page of your current favorite book. Just click the button and it’ll flip. The battery lasts a long time — more than a month, depending on how much you read.

38A Reusable Makeup Remover That Can Last For 5 Years

All you need is water and this makeup remover cloth to take off everything from waterproof mascara to full-coverage foundation. It has millions of hair-like fibers that trap dirt and oil to remove them from your pores. The microfiber is also extremely durable, and it can be washed and reused for up to five years.

39Pretty Highlighters With Fun, Glittery Ink

Neon highlighters may get the job done, but they’re not exactly that aesthetically pleasing. These glitter pastel highlighters are a different story. The set of eight comes with highlighters in different pastel hues, with a glittery finish that makes them even more fun to use. They have a smooth tip and a shape that is comfortable to hold in your hand, whether you’re tackling school work, highlighting passages in a book, or adding flourishes to your daily planner.

40A Clever Dry Shampoo That Won’t Leave A White Cast

Unlike many options on the market, this dry shampoo will be undetectable in your hair. The powder is ultra fine so that it won’t leave a white cast or any residue. It’s made with biotin, black ginseng, and other ingredients that soak up excess oil and volumize hair.

41A Glove Box Organizer For Important Documents

Keeping your car-related documents neatly in place in your car at all times is essential, and this glove box organizer makes it easy to do just that. Similar to a wallet, this has six compartments to hold important documents, like your car registration, insurance, ID cards, and more. It folds up nicely to keep everything from falling out and is a cinch to grab when you need them.

42These Nonslip Tank Top Hangers For A Streamlined Closet

By piling up to 16 pieces onto each of the tank top hangers in this pair, you’ll be maximizing your closet space and preventing them from getting wrinkled in your drawer. Each level has rubber-coated edges to keep even the silkiest pieces from slipping off.

43A Set Of Book Lights With 3 Light Temperature Settings

The night owl in you will appreciate this two-pack of book lights. You can clip them onto your pages or headboard or just keep it on the table in front of you. It will project a cool white, gentle daylight, or amber glow that can be directed wherever you need using the gooseneck.

44These Hydrating Socks That Help Get Rid Of Callouses

You can cut back on expensive pedicures and save a little money by trying these moisturizing heel socks. The padded gel heel is infused with hydrating ingredients like jojoba oil, vitamin E, and lavender oil meant to help soften dry, cracked skin and looking and feeling more smooth. Since these only go over your heel, they’re easy to wear under other socks or when you’re sleeping, and they’re reusable.

45A 2-In-1 Oil Dispenser & Sprayer For Perfect Portions

Get the perfect portions of oil with this oil dispenser that also has a built-in sprayer. Push the tab to pour oil into your pan or push down the sprayer to release a fine mist of cooking oil. Its durable, heat-resistant glass container holds nearly 16 ounces of oil (about a full-size bottle).

46A Tipsy Frog Statue To Add Personality To A Planter

An otherwise plain planter will get some serious personality with this hilarious tipsy frog statue — and for less than $10. Made from waterproof and fade-resistant resin, you can use it indoors or out without worry of it getting damaged.

47Car Seat Gap Fillers That Prevent Items From Falling Between Your Seats

These clever car seat gap fillers are a cinch to install — just wedge them between your seat and slot your belt buckle through the loops. They’ll prevent your phone, keys, wallet, and other items from falling between your seats, so you won’t have to search underneath them. Plus, their easy-to-clean faux leather looks sleek.

48A $5 Cleaning Pen For Your Earbuds

Hate to break it to you, but your AirPods are probably super dirty. Luckily, for just $5, this cleaner kit can fix that. The three-in-one pen features a metal tip, high-density brush, and flocking sponge that combine for a thorough clean.

49A Mouse Jiggler So You Can Step Away From Your Desk Undetected

Avoid that pesky “away” status on various computer programs with this mouse jiggler. It mimics normal user activity (pausing intermittently as well) so you can step away from your work desk undetected. This pick is compatible with all mouse types, and no software is required to use it.

50This Hair Waver With A Convenient Swiveling Cord

Made with tourmaline ceramic technology, this hair waver increases shine, reduces frizz, and creates long-lasting (and gorgeous) results. You’ll have sculpted waves in no time and will be able to work from any angle because of the tangle-free swivel cord.

51A Cube-Shaped Power Strip That Powers Up TO 7 Devices At Once

This handy power strip will give your desk plenty of places to plug in (and an impressive 4.7-star average rating backs it up). Featuring four AC outlets, two USB ports, and one USB-C port, it can power up to seven devices simultaneously. It also has a power button to power everything off when not in use.

52This Portable Karaoke Machine With Voice-Changing Effects

This karaoke machine can be connected to any FM radio station or synced to your Bluetooth device so that you can choose your next hit. Or you can use your free one-month subscription to gain access to over 100,000 songs on the app. It has sound effects, voice-changing effects, and can also be used in a duo mode.

53Magnetic Putty For Anyone Who Needs Something To Fidget With

Anyone who sits at a desk all day would love this magnetic putty that gives their hands something to do between typing. The “putty” is made of magnetic ferrite stones and can be molded into all kinds of positions or even separated into individual strings — whatever offers the best sensory stimulation. It comes packaged in a tin in your choice of several gradient colors.

54A Best-Selling Foldable Shovel For Beach Trips & More

While this pick may seem a little weird at first, I guarantee you’ll find many uses for this folding shovel — from beach trips to camping adventures to at-home garden digging, and more. It’s smart to keep one in your vehicle trunk, too, for emergencies (it also works as a pickaxe and hoe). When extended, the shovel hand is 22 inches long so you can maneuver it comfortably.

55A Set of Car Cup Holders That Are Easy To Clean

Instead of surrendering your cup holders to the condensation, crumbs, and spills that are inevitable when drinking anything in a moving vehicle, invest in these cup holder coasters. This set of four universally-sized coasters is the perfect addition to your car, and each one has a nonslip bottom and a high lip to catch all liquids. These come in so many colors to match your preferences.

56A Silly Frog Incense Burner

Why settle for a boring incense holder when you could grab this silly frog one? The little guy is made from durable ceramic with a holder that’ll prop the stick up upright as it burns. It’s compatible with a variety of incense types.

57A Light-Up Vest For Safer Nighttime Runs

Outdoor runs, bike rides, and walks are made way safer with this LED vest that can be set to a wide range of color modes that passing vehicles won’t miss. It wraps around your shoulders and waist to stay comfortably in place — the nonslip material contributes to this.

58A Ghost In A Bottle Necklace That Glows

As far as I’m concerned, you can rock this ghost in a bottle necklace year-round — it’s positively magical. After a few minutes of exposure to sunlight or violet light, the ghost's luminescent properties are activated, allowing it to glow a vibrant blue color.

59A Travel-Friendly Metal Straw Set So You Always Have 1 With You

Ditch paper straws: This complete set allows you to keep a reusable metal straw with you at all times. Included are four collapsible straws (that expand to over 9 inches long for sipping from almost any beverage), carrying cases with a sturdy carabiner hook, and cleaning brushes.

60Cutesy Perfume Sticks That Smell Amazing

Not only are these animal perfume sticks seriously adorable, but each one smells amazing — three distinct scents are included in this set, all of which are travel-friendly. As an added perk, the perfume sticks are moisturizing for your skin.

61A Powerful Clothes Iron That’s Great For Travel

For clothing wrinkle removal during your travels, take along this mini iron in your suitcase — it’s less than 6 inches long and weighs under a pound. It heats up quickly (reaching 302 degrees Fahrenheit in 60 seconds), and effectively removes creases from shirts, dresses, and more.

62A Fun Ring Toss Game For Indoors Or Out

All your friends and family will have a blast playing — and trying to master — this ring toss game. It’s the ultimate party addition. The wooden pick can be enjoyed indoors or out; place it on any stable surface once assembled, and you’re ready to game.

63A Long Applicator To More Easily Apply Lotion

Thanks to this long applicator, you can apply products like lotions, self-tanner, creams, and more all over your body. The key is the 17-inch curved handle that can reach tough areas (like your back) without any awkward bending. The pad applicator is textured so the product on it won’t prematurely slide off.

64A Splatter Guard Cover That Doubles As A Colander

Prevent messy microwaves with this splatter guard cover that’s designed to fit over most size bowls and plates. It’s sold in packs of one or two, costs less than $10, and also doubles as a colander — making it a super practical and budget-friendly gift.

65A Stainless Steel Meat Tenderizer For Succulent Meats

Give the cook in your life the gift of tender, succulent meats with this meat tenderizer. Its 24 sharp stainless steel prongs break down meat fibers to reduce the meat’s cooking time, improve its marinade absorption, and make it super tender. It also has a smart plastic guard that protects your fingers while you tenderize.

66An Extra-Thick Shower Cap That Won’t Slip Off

The genius behind this shower cap is its silicone strip that creates a secure fit and keeps it from slipping off your head. It’s also waterproof and quick-drying so that your styled hair will be protected even if splashed while bathing.

67A 4-in-1 Retractable Car Charger

This retractable car charger is capable of charging all sorts of devices at once, thanks to its four charging ports that are compatible with iPhone and Android devices. The retractable design means even people in the back can use their phones while they’re being charged, and reviewers also rave about how fast it powers up their devices.

68Silicone Cable Ties That Magnetically Secure Cords

Perfect for bundling messy cords and cables, these silicone cable ties will help you tidy up cables throughout your home. Since they’re flexible and stretchy, they fit a variety of cord sizes. But the coolest part is their strong magnetic ends, which clamp together to secure wrapped-up cords.

69Magnetic LED Lights For Your Cabinets, Ledges, & More

This two-pack of under-cabinet lights is an easy to elevate your space. Each LED light features a motion sensor mode, five levels of dimmable brightness, and a rechargeable battery. Installation is made easy thanks to built-in magnets.

70A Structured Bag Insert That Doubles As An Organizer

Not only will this felt insert give a floppy tote or purse more structure, it also has a whopping 13 compartments (including a large zippered one). Use it to organize all of the must-haves you carry on a daily basis, like your wallet, lip balm, keys, and more. Pick from seven sizes in the listing.