Top Amazon Gadgets You Didn’t Know You Needed (But Will Love)

You no longer have to suffer from frozen fingertips when walking the dog outside or heading to your car. GH experts swear by this petite hand warmer, which is way more affordable than heated gloves. Not only is it rechargeable, but it does an effective job at warming up your hands. We love that it’s available in five fun patterns and that it’s comfortable to hold.

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GH Institute experts love this slim charger, which easily squeezes behind tight spaces like nightstands. Its thin, foldable design features two USB-C ports so you can simultaneously charge your phone and laptop. “I use it 24/7 at home but also bring it with me when I travel because it’s so compact and fits nicely in my backpack,” said a GH analyst. “It’s hands-down my favorite charger.” Best of all, it delivers up to 70W of power and charges devices quickly.

This foot massager is the perfect way to relax after a long workday. Small enough to squeeze under your desk and light enough to move toward the couch, there’s not much to dislike. It features impressive kneading and air compression. According to our experts, you can choose among three intensities as well as heat settings. Bonus: It includes a remote so you don’t have to bend down to makes adjustmnets.

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Our parenting experts are obsessed with this mini noise machine, which can be used for traveling with (or without) kids. It’s so small that it’ll fit into most purses, but the sound quality is surprisingly impressive, and the device is easy to use. Choose between various white noise options, or you can connect your phone via Bluetooth to stream your favorites.

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There’s nothing worse than having your battery die when you’re nowhere near a charger, which is why we love this portable power bank so much. Not only does it charge quickly, according to test engineer Alec Scherma, but it’s easy to carry around in a backpack or jacket (despite the slightly heavier-than-average weight). “It’s got a massive battery capacity, so I rarely have to charge it,” says Scherma, who regularly uses it to charge his phone and Switch.

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Avoid paying overweight baggage fees thanks to this handy little luggage scale that you can bring along with you on your travels. Available in seven sleek styles, our pros found it comfortable to grip, easy to use, and extremely accurate. Just note that while the battery is pre-installed, you may not have the required coin cell battery at home when it dies.

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Safely enjoy a flame-free, gentle scent from your favorite candles with this gadget—yes, you read that right. This candle warmer melts wax candles from its strong overhead lamp, preventing indoor flames or soot. “It adds a bit of luxury to your home while making your candles last way longer,” says Associate Director of our Textiles, Paper & Apparel Lab, Emma Seymour. She also pointed out that the candle warmer is ideal for those with a sensitive nose or a small room.

Whether you’re a student taking notes or an adult who loves to journal, the Rocketbook can eliminate tons of paper waste. Rather than owning multiple notebooks and tossing or recycling them when they are full, snap a picture to store the notes in the Rocketbook app and then you can wipe away your notes from these 32 pages with water—and then restart on an empty “new” page. Plus, each notebook comes with a Pilot Frixion Pen that is a Good Housekeeping Seal Holder.

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Holidays are fun and all until you realize you need to unplug 10 different wires every night to turn off lights and decorations. Rather than scrambling under a Christmas tree to turn the lights on and off, my family bought these handy outlets that can be used year-round. All you have to do is point the remote at the outlet and press a button to power it on, easily turning your lights, Christmas village, electric menorah, or anything in the outlet (even a lamp) on and off.

It may not have as many bells and whistles as other at-home ice cream makers, but this no-fuss product gets the job done for a portion of the price. Follow the suggested recipes or make up your own for a sweet, frozen treat. “It was easy to use and made creamy ice cream that tasted delicious,” one shopper said.

Add some cool office gadgets to your workspace, like this charging station that helps declutter your desk. Rather than having tons of wires, it’ll charge your iPhone, Apple watch, and AirPods all at once (and via one outlet). Plus, the stand angles your phone upwards so that you can spot notifications or take a quick FaceTime call when needed.

Bring a fidget toy wherever you go with this discreet, yet fun, magnetic toy pen. The colorful pen can be used for writing notes on paper and tablets with the touchscreen style head. When you’re not writing, twist the pen into tons of different shapes and figures with the included metal spheres. “This has been very helpful for my son to help his concentration when doing his homework and keep his mind occupied,” said one Amazon reviewer.

Pets are adorable, but cleaning up pet hair is a little less adorable. However, it doesn’t have to be difficult if you use this nifty gadget. Our experts in the GH Institute Cleaning Lab ranked this tool from ChomChom the best pet hair removal tool. “This reusable tool picked up all of the fur that was on our test surfaces after just one pass,” said Jodhaira Rodriguez, a former Reviews Analyst in the Cleaning Lab. Simply roll the tool over couches, chairs, beds, and carpets and all the fur will be stored in a small compartment that you can then dump into the trash (so easy!).

This tiny little gadget is a favorite in my household for making breakfast a bit easier. “It slices the strawberries perfectly for overnight oats,” my mom says—and she’s right. With a simple push, you’ll have thin (but not too thin!) slices of strawberries filled in the cup within seconds that can be thrown into cereal, oatmeal, or eaten as is.

Flossing can be difficult if you have braces, dental implants, or dexterity issues (plus, it’s tiring!). This handheld water flosser makes cleaning your teeth much easier and better, and it was named the best overall water flosser by our Beauty Lab.

The wireless design can be placed anywhere in your bathroom for a clutter-free look. Our testers gave the earlier version of this flosser high marks for its effective between-teeth cleaning. “I have one [area] that floss can not attain, and this made it a breeze to succeed in… my dentist goes to be thrilled,” one tester said.

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Say goodbye to blaring alarm clocks in the dark with this sunrise alarm clock that slowly wakes you up by increasing its brightness throughout 10, 20, or 30 minutes and gently playing one of seven sounds. Available in white and a wood grain shade, this sleek and helpful gadget comes at an unbeatable price for what it is. “What we love most is that it comes with a few of the options you’ll discover in additional premium, and dear, alarm clocks like FM radio and an evening gentle,” said a GH analyst.

If your bathroom counter, desk, or side tables are covered in water, consider these trays designed to absorb moisture from cups, soap dispensers, makeup, and more. “I introduced it to work, and I put the iced espresso cup that I make each morning on there, and now the water does not go onto my desk,” said one user who claimed that “it really works higher than a daily coaster” for keeping condensation off her desk.

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My brother gave this gadget to my mom years ago, and my entire family and party guests love this device. It removes corks in a matter of seconds and rarely needs to be recharged. Plus, the design is ergonomic and makes it easier to open wine bottles for those with arthritis or weak hands.

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