60 Things Under $20 That Are So Clever, They're Life-Changing

If the door to your house doesn’t have enough light, this keyhole light will be a game-changer during late nights out. The energy-saving design automatically turns on the four LED bulbs when a person is detected. Double-sided adhesive tape is included to make installation quick and easy. “It looks nice, is the perfect size, and the battery has lasted quite a while,” wrote one five-star reviewer.

If your tote-style purse could use some structure and organization, check out this purse organizer insert. You’re looking at a felt insert, complete with a zippered center compartment. Multiple interior pockets handle everything from sunglasses to lip balm, while the reinforced base helps maintain the bag’s shape. It’s available in seven sizes and 17 colors.

Bright little LEDs have a way of hijacking a room, and these light-blocking stickers are made for that exact problem. The set comes with two dimming sheets rated at 80% light reduction, making a huge difference in a dark room. Each sheet has an adhesive backing and is made to be cut to size, so it can match different shapes and layouts.

With a cordless design and thermal technology, this deep conditioning heat cap is easy to use anywhere. Its cap fits tightly and evenly over your hair, while the natural steam treatment helps keep every strand hydrated. The adjustable heat settings give you control over your conditioning routine, and the rechargeable battery means you’re not tethered to an outlet.

Keeping lashes clean doesn’t have to feel complicated, and this lash shampoo proves it. The 1.69-ounce bottle comes with a mascara-like brush and a makeup brush for makeup removal. The foaming formula is oil-free and extension-safe, designed for both pros and at-home users. It works as a lash shampoo, eyelid cleanser, and makeup remover, which cuts down on the products you need. Plus, it’s hard not to notice that it has over 17,000 five-star reviews.

With these steam eye masks, you’re getting individually wrapped, disposable masks designed with built-in self-heating steam technology. The generous 20-count box is the gift that keeps on giving. Whether you enjoy a calming lavender scent or prefer something different, the nine scent options are a nice bonus.

Made from stainless steel, this hair drain catcher features a cylindrical design that sits inside the drain rather than over it, with a perforated body designed to catch strands along its surface. The compact shape works with standard shower drains without extra parts or attachments. It’s easy to clean by simply wiping it off.

This best-selling waistband tool creates a clean crop or tuck without scissors, sewing, or permanent changes to a shirt. It’s a flexible band with adjustable sizing, making it easy to customize the length depending on your top. The band works with everything from sweaters to tees. You can twist, fold, or wrap fabric into place for outfit flexibility.

Each month in this habit tracker calendar has dedicated space for tracking multiple habits, goals, and reflections, and the 24-month layout means you can plan long-term without switching journals. The pages include prompts for gratitude and goal-setting, plus a handy progress tracker to see patterns over time.

Give your feet a break with these foldable ballet flats. They roll up and slip into a tiny pouch, making them easy to throw in a purse and carry anywhere. The soft material bends without creasing, and the subtle, neutral colors pair with almost any outfit. The shoes are available in gold and black and come in three sizes.

An important addition to your home’s fire protection, this fire blanket is made with 100% flame-retardant woven fiberglass that handles high heat up to around 1076 degrees Fahrenheit. The dual-layer weave and inner retardant film give it serious heat resistance, and the oxygen-blocking design is built right in. Simple pull tapes make deployment quick and easy. At about 40 inches by 40 inches, it’s sized for kitchens, cars, grills, and more.

Not only does this faucet mat keep your countertop dry and organized, but it looks good while doing it. The mat’s diatomite surface absorbs water and dries quickly, so drips don’t linger. You can place it under soap dispensers, sponges, or even toothbrush holders, and it won’t warp or discolor over time. You can buy it in one of five colors.

This pack of 100 disposable textured teeth wipes makes keeping up with oral hygiene on the go pretty simple. Each wipe is finger-sized, textured, and easy to maneuver, letting you reach between teeth and along the gumline. The pack comes with plenty of wipes, so you’re set for travel, work, or quick cleanups after meals.

If you’re a bath kind of person, this overflow drain cover will absolutely change your life, because it adds a few extra inches of water. Another bonus? It stops that annoying draining sound when the water is high. The genius cover fits most standard drains with its 4-inch diameter and sits flat, making it easy to position. The clear design keeps it chill, but it also comes in five other transparent colors.

These earlobe support patches are all about keeping your piercings looking healthy and fresh. Each pack comes with 60 clear, latex-free patches that stick discreetly behind your ear. They’re thin, easy to cut if needed, and sit almost invisibly. All you have to do is just peel, stick, and go about your day with your lobes protected.

This microwave steam cleaner comes as a two-pack, so you can keep one in the kitchen and stash a spare for later. You just fill it with vinegar and water, pop it in the microwave, and let the steam do its thing. Its compact, dome-shaped design fits most microwaves, and it’s simple to rinse out, which keeps it ready for the next round of cleaning.

Soften and stretch your leather shoes so they fit better with this spray bottle of premium-grade shoe stretch. The color-safe formula is made to expand tight areas in your shoes without damaging the leather. It can also be used on suede, canvas, linen, and more delicate materials like patent leather and nubuck.

Built for convenience, this portable bidet is ready to help whenever you need it. With a 300-milliliter capacity, it’s compact enough to toss in a purse or carry-on without taking up much space. The easy-squeeze design makes controlling the flow simple, and the angled tip reaches where it needs to go. The cap keeps it hygienic while you’re on the move, and the durable plastic can handle repeated use.

These appliance sliders come in a set of eight, each with a self-adhesive base that sticks right to your appliances. They’re small but clever, letting you move mixers, coffee makers, or air fryers across your countertop without any lifting. The rollers are compact and fit under different kitchen gadgets, and the adhesive keeps them in place without leaving a mess.

You can line drawers, shelves, or craft projects with this velvet drawer liner and actually have it stay put thanks to the self-adhesive backing. The deep blue color adds a pop, but there are also nine other great colors available if you prefer. Measuring 14.5 by 78.7 inches, it’s long enough to cover multiple drawers or small furniture projects, and cutting it to size is easy.

Getting bracelets and necklaces on by yourself will be a lot less tricky thanks to this bracelet fastener helper tool. This little metal clip is made to hold clasps steady while you secure them. It’s portable, gold-toned, and fits easily in a purse or jewelry box. You can use it for watches, bracelets, and necklaces without needing an extra hand.

If you’re tired of rummaging through linen piles, these bed sheet organizers can help by wrapping around your sheets with clear sizing for twin, full, queen, and king beds. They’re fully stretchable, adapting to your fitted sheets, flat sheets, and duvet covers while keeping them held together — all labeled right on the band itself. Reviewers have given them an overall score of 4.8 stars.

Keep your desk organized with this desk pad protector. The protector covers a solid 23.6 by 13.7-inch area, giving you space for your laptop, mouse, and paperwork, and it comes in four other size options. Its nonslip base keeps it from sliding, while the waterproof PU leather surface makes spills easier to manage. Choose from 27 colors.

When you’re on the go and need a towel, consider these compressed large towel tablets. Backed by an overall score of 4.8 stars, these individually wrapped tablet expands to a full 10 by 12-inch size. They are made for sensitive skin, so you don’t have to worry about irritation while on the go. The towels are disposable, which keeps cleanup simple after camping, hiking, or outdoor sports.

These button pins come in a set of eight, each crafted from metal with a snap-tack design that slides onto your jeans without any sewing, giving or taking away an inch of space. They’re adjustable, so you can fine-tune the fit on your pants’ waistband, and reusable, which makes swapping them between pairs easy. The clips stay in place thanks to their clever tension design.

These erasable pens come in a set of five with a mix of vibrant colors, each with a fine 0.7-millimeter tip for precise lines. Since they’re retractable, there aren’t any caps to lose. They’re refillable too, which makes them easy to keep around. The ink is smooth and consistent for writing, drawing, or organizing notes.

Navigating your mailbox at night is about to get easier with this motion-sensitive mailbox LED light. It snaps inside most mailboxes with its magnetic back, and also comes with two-sided tape for boxes that aren’t magnetized. The motion sensor activates automatically, lighting up the interior whenever you open the door. The LED panel is compact but bright enough to see clearly.

As far as bacon grease containers go, this stainless steel one checks a lot of boxes. The 1.7-liter metal can comes with a fine mesh strainer that sits at the top, plus a removable lid designed to keep dust out. A built-in handle makes it easy to, well, handle, while the included coaster tray adds a layer of countertop protection.

With this women’s stylin’ tape, you’re getting a low-key essential designed for wardrobe problem-solving. The tape comes as a clear, double-sided roll with a clean, minimal look that stays discreet under clothing. The adhesive is medical-grade and hypoallergenic, and each strip cuts neatly to size, so you control the length every time.

That half-open snack bag on your counter will stay fresh, thanks to this clever mini chip bag sealer. It has a built-in heating strip and a plug-in power cable to create a tight seal on already opened snacks, working best on common plastic bags and flexible packaging. The sealer comes in four colors.

This cleaning gel comes in a double pack of bright blue putty that bends and squeezes into every tiny groove of your car’s interior without leaving a mess behind. The car goop is made from natural materials with moderate stickiness that grabs dust from vents, dashboards, cup holders, and consoles while staying friendly to the surfaces it touches. “This stuff really works!” wrote one reviewer. “Got rid of all the dust, hair, crumbs in the center console of my car. Also got the cup holders clean as well.”

You don’t have to live in a world where your trash bags continuously fall — instead, try these trash can bands. Each band is elastic with a metal connector that wraps around 13 to 33-gallon bins to hold trash bags in place. They come as a set of three, so you can spread them across bathroom, kitchen, and garage cans.

This fun Pomodoro cube timer flips time into something you can actually see. Just turn the side with the minutes you want facing up — there are 11 presets from 1 to 90 minutes — and it starts the countdown right away. It charges with USB-C, and you can pick from beeps, vibration, or totally silent mode so you don’t disturb anyone.

With five AC outlets arranged on three sides and wide spacing between each on this extender and surge protector, you won’t have to deal with bulky plugs to make everything fit. It also features four USB ports (three-A and one-C) that use smart tech to dial in power based on what you connect. Built-in surge protection uses a three-component circuit, and the unit can be secured right to a standard duplex outlet.

This stove top cover gives you more counter space to work with. Available in five sizes and seven colors, it’s made from thick heat-resistant silicone and sized to span most electric and glass cooktops with room to spare. The flat, rollable design stores easily, and it has raised edges and a nonslip underside.

Wine drips are inevitable, but with this set of 12 wine drip rings, they won’t make it all the way down the side of the bottle. Made of highly absorbent felt, the rings are disposable, and they’re perfect for keeping tabletops clean at dinner parties or casual gatherings. The rings slip easily around any standard wine bottle.

Use this luggage scale to find out if your bags are too heavy before getting to the airport. The scale hooks onto a bag and is very easy to use. It can weigh bags up to 110 pounds, and the data lock keeps the result on the backlit LCD screen even after you’ve set your bag down. It runs on a battery that’s included and shows warnings for low power or overload.

Using this mincing spatula and meat chopper, you can mash ground beef or mix potatoes without struggling, thanks to its wide, heat-resistant design. The built-in tenderizer pattern adds texture to meat and poultry with minimal effort, and it’s durable enough to handle thick mixes, making it a versatile addition to your cooking toolkit.

This four-pack of charger adapters lets older USB-A ports talk to modern USB-C devices like phones, tablets, and watches. Each piece swaps a USB-A plug for a USB-C socket, so chargers, car ports, and laptops with classic USB slots can accept your latest cables. They’re backed by over 51,000 five-star reviews. Just keep in mind they’re focused on simple connectivity and won’t support video output.

These refreshing deodorant wipes come in a travel-friendly pack that’s perfect for tossing in your bag or keeping at your desk. You get 50 wipes in three fresh scents, including mint, rose, and cucumber, offering up variety. There are also other scents worth checking out if those aren’t of interest. The individual wipes are free of aluminum, parabens, and sulfates.

This castor oil lash serum is designed to treat and condition eyelashes, helping them naturally grow. The serum consists of a single-ingredient formula made from cold-pressed castor oil, certified organic and free from added fillers, fragrances, or dyes. It comes packaged in a reusable mascara-style tube with a spoolie wand.

With this cordless jump rope, you can get your workout on with tangle-free rotation (and without accidentally whipping your legs). The built-in LCD screen keeps tabs on the timer, jump count, calories, and even lets you set your weight so you see accurate numbers. The design cleverly swaps between a cordless weighted ball and a traditional rope, and the PVC-coated steel rope is adjustable to fit your height.

This mini wireless dehumidifier is one of those quiet, low-key home upgrades that can end up making a big difference. It has a compact, cord-free design with rechargeable silica gel beads, a clear window so you can see when it’s time to recharge, and a built-in plug that folds right out of the unit. It requires no batteries, no refills, and no filters to replace.

Just a couple of sprays of the River Birch room and linen spray fill a room with a herbal-woodsy scent profile that leans into eucalyptus, pine, sage, rosemary, and cedar notes — but there are also 32 other scents to choose from if you prefer. It comes in a 4-ounce glass amber bottle, and it’s handmade in Texas.

No one’s saying you’re old, but if your eyes are telling a different story, now might be the time to grab this foldable magnifying glass for reading. A 4x optical-grade rectangular lens is designed for scanning lines of text without constant repositioning. You can toggle between three adjustable brightness levels built right into the frame, powered by a USB-C rechargeable battery.

If you’re an amateur or pro baker, you will very much appreciate the thoughtfulness behind this pack of three flexible dough scrapers. Each scraper is made from flexible, food-grade plastic that bends along with curved bowls and corners so you get every last morsel of dough. You get a mix of edge styles — round, straight, and angled — that slide under bits of dough and frosting with less elbow work.

Slice your homemade pizzas with ease when you use this handheld pizza cutter wheel. The wheel is made from razor-sharp stainless steel and comes with a protective blade guard that snaps on for storage safety. A slip-resistant handle adds grip, and it’s easy to disassemble the whole thing and toss it in the dishwasher for easy cleanup.

These two magnetic hanger organizers don’t mess around with complicated installation. Their built-in magnets let them grab onto your washer or dryer with zero hardware, which makes placement feel almost effortless. They can hold up to around 30 velvet, wire, or plastic hangers, and the metal construction is waterproof and rustproof, giving them added longevity.

Give all of your earrings an organized place to land with this rotating earring holder. The four-tier vertical stand features a 360-degree rotating base, plus a seriously impressive amount of space: 156 earring holes and 160 grooves designed for necklaces, bracelets, and rings. The open-frame layout keeps it all visible, and the base is weighted for balance.

The level five cut-resistant construction of these gloves means they’re built with a high-rated protective fiber and a firm nitrile coating that helps reduce slips and gives you grip where you need it most. Great for gardening and outdoor work, they have a breathable design that keeps the material from feeling like a thick barrier, and they come in three sizes.

Sugar crystals meet a blend of jojoba, shea, and avocado oils to make up the scrubby formula of this lip exfoliator. The coconut scent gives it a beachy twist you’ll notice every time you twist up the stick. Its clean, vegan, cruelty-free formula exfoliates while moisturizing, and it has all skin-friendly ingredients with no toxins.

As you hustle through airport terminals, this luggage travel cup holder can make your life a little easier. Made of Oxford cloth, it slips right over most roll-on suitcase handles. It has two front pockets sized for coffee mugs or water bottles and a back pocket that’s easy to stash small essentials like your phone or boarding pass.

Made from food-safe clay, these brown sugar savers come as a two-pack with an elegant leaf design. The small, flat shape fits inside food storage containers, and the natural terracotta is reusable and easy to rotate between jars. It’s designed specifically to soak up moisture in dry goods. Just place it in the oven for five to 10 minutes to make sure it’s bone dry before use.

Add kernels, oil, and seasoning directly into this microwave popcorn popper to make movie night go extra smoothly. The collapsible bowl is made from food-grade silicone, complete with handles and a wide, vented lid. It folds flat for easy storage, opens to a generous size, and skips disposable bags altogether. You’ll also notice it’s dishwasher safe and available in a whole lineup of colors.

This 200-pack of strainer bags is all about convenience, with fine mesh bags designed to fit over most standard sink strainers. The bags are disposable, which means there’s no scrubbing or soaking involved. When food is caught, all you have to do is remove the bag, toss it in the trash, and replace it with another one.

This cable storage box has an organized, clear design that puts all those random power cords and chargers where you can actually see them. It comes with seven little wire ties to group cords together, and the removable dividers let you set up the compartments just how you want for different cable sizes. “Never have [I] organized my cables better!” exclaimed one reviewer.

Prevent a rug from sliding around with this four-pack of rug grippers. They’re made specifically for hardwood floors with materials that don’t leave residue behind. The design focuses on corners and edges, helping rugs stay aligned and flat. They’re great at keeping the corners down without the need for a rug pad underneath. “They work exactly as promised, my rugs stay put, even while vacuuming,” raved one reviewer.

In a sea of other foot peel masks, this two-pack stands out with its dermatologist-tested formula. Each mask is packed with plant-powered ingredients, like peach kernel, lactic acid, and aloe vera, that work together to encourage exfoliation. Instructions are clear, the masks fit shoe sizes up to size 11, and they come in six different botanical scents.

These anti-theft zipper clips come as a two-pack in a slate color, bringing a clever twist to keeping bag openings sealed. Each clip snaps onto two zipper pulls and uses a butterfly-style interlocking design to hold them together. Just twist and unclasp them when you’re ready to open your bag.

Designed to attach to a standard light switch plate, these two magnetic key racks use a hidden magnet system sized for keychains, car keys, and key fobs. The modern racks have a barely-there look. With simple hardware-free installation and compatibility with most switch plates, it’s a clean, intentional way to keep everyday essentials exactly where they belong.