If you’re a human, these 50 cheap things make your life way easier

Take a load off. There are tools in your life — your phone, indoor plumbing, a bidet — that you rely on and probably can’t imagine living without. Whatever those are, there was a time in the past when you didn’t know about them.

What other useful items are still out there, though, that are like that? Maybe they haven’t even been invented yet. Maybe you haven’t discovered them yet. Maybe they haven’t become popular yet but are about to.

Read on. Because, if you’re a human, these 50 cheap things make your life way easier. You might not know about them now.

But soon you will wonder how you ever lived without them. 01 The dry shampoo that nourishes your locks No time to wash, dry, and style those locks? This powder requires only a couple of taps to the roots of your hair to get rid of that greasy and dull look and bring back your light and bouncy style. There is no water involved so it’s easy to travel with and, since it’s loaded with ginseng and biotin, your hair will love it.

02 This electric toothbrush for whitening teeth This takes brushing to new levels with 40,000 vibrations a minute that do all the work of cleaning teeth. Choose from six gorgeous colors that make your dental hygiene experience feel more like the moment of self-care that it is. It comes with a travel case and eight brush heads.

“I no longer grudgingly brush my teeth,” said one . “I now actually look forward to it. [.

. . ] “I now feel like I just had my teeth cleaned and polished by a professional every time I use it.

” 03 A pair of shoelaces you never have to tie How much time do you spend tying your shoes every day? Get all of it back by installing these into the shoes you wear most often. Those shoes will become slip-ons that require only a tug if you ever want to tighten them. Over 59,000 people give these laces five stars.

04 This menu board for the fridge Create a system for mealtimes that not only organizes the menu but lets the whole household know what’s happening with this . Plot out the week, assign the cooking, and note missing ingredients on the fridge so everyone knows what to do and what’s for dinner. It sticks magnetically to the fridge and comes with three colored dry-erase marker and an eraser that stick right next to it.

05 A pet hair remover brush that works fast When the cat blankets the couch in fur, this makes it easy to sweep away. The soft, flexible bristles grab fur without damaging fabrics and are easy to rinse clean in the sink. It comes in two colors.

“I couldn’t believe how much hair it picked up with just a few swipes,” said one . 06 This defogger & defroster for your windshield Mount this to your dash, plug it into the lighter, and solve the problem of a fogged and frozen-over windshield. It rotates so you can aim it at any spot that’s clouded up and it can be quickly snapped off its mount so you can aim the heat at other windows.

07 These twist ties you will use for everything These clever are about to become your favorite thing. They wrap around cords — or anything — and snap together with their dual magnetic ends. They will hold notes and pens to the fridge, keep headphones from tangling, keep wires wrapped, and so much more.

“I use them EVERYWHERE,” said one . “I use them to hang lunch boxes, to tame my strangling seat belt, hang gloves and safety glasses on a tool box, etc. I’ve bought at least 100.

” 08 A combo brush & squeegee for the kitchen With a on one side and a brush on the other, this is the tool you want lurking constantly around the kitchen sink to help you clean up every kind of spill — wet or dry. Fortunately, it has a clever hook design for hanging it on the edge of the sink so it can lurk within reach without creating clutter. 09 This vegetable chopper that preps meals fast – Whip through food prep in a fraction of the time and get a more uniform result with this that comes with four easy-to-swap blades.

Dice vegetables into large or small pieces. Spiralize zucchini. Create delicate ribbons of cucumber.

What would require time and skill with a knife is done quickly and easily. More than 83,000 people said, “Five stars!” 10 The cup holder accessory that holds the fries Turn your cup holder into a snack tray with this that drops right into the space in your car that typically holds a cup. It holds the take-out fry container upright and lets you fill the snap-on dip holder with anything from ketchup to sriracha.

11 A handle & shoulder strap for your water bottle Put a handle or shoulder strap on your water bottle and make it easy to carry with this system. The two-piece system goes easily from a handle to a shoulder strap simply by clipping on the extender piece. A rubber ring holds onto the bottle and has a carabiner so you can clip your keys or other necessities to it.

12 This surge protector with moveable plugs This versatile lets you plug all your devices in — even if those big bricks and round plugs want to hog too much space. Just turn the outlet and open up more space for them. Built-in cable hooks keep the cords from becoming messy and the surge protection prevents delicate electronics from getting fried.

13 A dispenser for dry goods Turn the dial of this to drop one ounce of cereal — or pet kibble — into a bowl. It gets dry food out of bags, keeps it fresh, and makes filling the bowl fun and precise. Fill it with cereal, candy, goldfish crackers, or any small food to make access easy and appetizing.

“My whole family enjoys using it,” said one . “Looks great on our counter as well. ” 14 A PopSocket that’s also a multi-tool Stick this to the back of your phone and you will always have a bottle opener, pry bar, and 0.

25-inch and 4-millimeter hex drivers in your hand. The multi-tool snaps off so you can use the tools and it looks elegant and industrial when attached to your phone, giving you extra purchase to make one-handed texting easier. 15 These glass bulbs that water plants for weeks These glass look pretty in your plants but they are so much more than decoration.

Fill them with water before you insert them into the soil and they will keep your plant watered for up to two weeks. As the soil dries, the bulbs release water to hydrate it so there is no overwatering or underwatering. “I went on vacation [and] these water bulbs may have watered my plants better than me,” said one .

16 A better way to make pancakes Making pancakes — and cupcakes — is so much easier with this . Mix the ingredients right into the jar — there are measurements right on the side — and dispense the perfect dollop onto the grill with the pull of a trigger. “You will never dread making pancakes again,” said one .

“Easy to use, easy to clean. ” 17 This robot that feeds your pet Don’t worry about getting home in time to feed the pets. Stop pesky pets from hassling you for hours before dinner time.

This handles food delivery like clockwork so you don’t have to get involved. When the pets are sleeping, load up to five meals and set when those become available. It takes it from there, popping open a lid at the allotted time.

18 A clever way to stack cans & bottles in the fridge This clever for storing soda or beer in the fridge holds a stack of them in place so you can go high and they won’t roll around or collapse. And the result takes up only a small footprint in the fridge. It can handle 10 cans of beer or five wine bottles without eating up all your fridge space.

It comes in three colors. 19 The remote that finds your keys Clip this to your keychain and never again waste an hour hunting for your keys. The remote control locates them at the press of a button.

When you press the number that corresponds with the number on the lost set of keys, the fob will beep so you can locate it. Reviewers say they use them for remote controls, cell phones, and even the cat. Choose from four or six tags.

20 A light to get in the door This solves a dangerous problem very effectively. Stick it over the lock that is hard to see in the dark and it will come on when you are trying to put the key into that lock. Now you can see what you are doing! No more fumbling at the doorway in the dark.

It runs on batteries and easily sticks over the lock. 21 The popcorn maker that’s fast & gourmet Getting out a pan to make your gourmet popcorn is no longer necessary. And neither is cleaning the kitchen after snack time.

This makes excellent popcorn, quickly, without leaving a mess. “It couldn’t be easier to use and clean,” said one . “It makes the best popcorn! No oil, no constant supervision.

” 22 This laundry soap station Instead of wrestling with a giant soap bottle or giving up on the savings and buying your laundry soap in a smaller container, turn that jug into a with this clever stand. It holds an unwieldy bottle at the perfect dispensing angle so you have only to hold a cup under it and press the button. A strap holds the soap onto the stand and grippy feet keep it from sliding around.

23 A big bottle that tracks hydration Keep track of your daily water intake by filling this in the morning and keeping up with time markers printed on the side by sipping until the water level matches the time. It comes with two lids — a straw lid for sipping and a chug lid for gulping or pouring. A hand strap makes it easy to tote and it comes in 32 colors.

24 These 4 plugs to connect everything to your smart home Get all your appliances connected to your smart home with this pack. Connect the plugs to your Google Home or Amazon Alexa and plug the lamps, fans, and coffee maker into the plugs. Once you get it everything set up, you can control it all with your voice, put your gear on a schedule, or include those appliances in your automated daily routines.

25 The winter gloves that can use your phone Keep your hands warm — even when you are using your phone — this cold season with this pair of that are touchscreen-sensitive. They look like a cute pair of woolen gloves. (Because that’s what they are.

) But they are tech-savvy. Your screen will recognize the end of the thumb and forefinger so you don’t have to freeze your hands to use your phone. 26 The can opener that does all the work Forget about struggling with a manual can opener.

Set this automatic on the top of the can and it walks around slicing off the lid from the side. Lift off the opener and it brings the lid along so you don’t have to fish around in the can for it, slicing up your fingers. It leaves no sharp edge on the can, either.

27 A coffee warmer for your desk End the disappointment of cold coffee. This keeps that hot beverage at the perfect sipping temperature until you are done with it. And if your hot beverage has already gone cold because you set it somewhere else, this gizmo will warm it up in just a couple of minutes.

It is a must-have desk accessory, which is why more than 34,000 people give it five stars. 28 The trick for removing sticky things Don’t fret about that label that’s stuck to your new dishes. Feel no regret about the adhesive hook you foolishly stuck to the wall.

You don’t even have to panic if the kids get chewing gum in your expensive fur rug. This will get it all off. The citrus-powered solvent quickly dissolves the adhesive and the engineered-for-the-task blade lifts labels, stickers, and tape right off.

29 A great phone mount for the car Save yourself from an accident or ticket and put your phone in this where you can see the navigation, take a call hands-free, and keep your eyes on the road. It clips to an air vent and rotates 360 degrees so you get the phone at the perfect angle. It’s easy to drop your phone into it and just as easy to get it out.

This is a must-have tool for modern life. 30 This little air fryer Even if you already own a full-sized oven or air fryer, you need this . It will whip up a quick batch of fries to go with dinner or turn any vegetable — or potstickers, chicken nuggets, or tater tots — into a fast and tasty snack.

“Just pop in your item, turn the dials, and go,” said . “Small enough to fit into limited cabinet space. ” It even comes with liners so it’s easy to keep clean.

31 These cable holders for your desk Rein in all the desk-wire chaos with this that has four slots to take on every charger and connector you have. This is a three-pack so if one won’t do it or your wires travel a long distance across the desk, you can gather the clips together for a complete solution. They come in six colors so you can add a pop of color or design a system that blends in.

32 A mirror for the shower that won’t fog Move your grooming routine — shaving, exfoliating, whatever — into the shower where it’s faster and better for your skin and hair by hanging this from its included adhesive hook. It stays fog-free with no effort from you so you can always see what you are doing in there. And it comes with a hook to hang your razor nearby.

33 This handy soap pocket Turn all those leftover pieces of soap into a lathering exfoliating system by tossing them into this when you are ready to give up on them. Or put a full bar of soap into it. The textured nylon fits neatly into your hand for easy exfoliating and won’t trap moisture or grow bacteria.

It comes with two soap elevator pads to keep bar soap dry in the shower. 34 A sign that tells you if the dishes are clean or dirty End the confusion over dishwasher status by sticking this that declares if the dishes are clean or dirty. It’s so easy to slide the door from clean to dirty that everyone will quickly make it part of the chore.

“I got so tired of being asked, ‘Are the dishes clean or dirty’,’” said one . “Now the dishwasher speaks for itself!” 35 These slippers that mop the floor Turn your chores into a dance party by donning these and putting on some music. The microfiber fingers grab dust and — if you pair them with a spray cleaner — scrub floors clean.

The slippers fit over a mop head, too. When you are done, toss the slippers into the laundry so they are clean for the next party. This is a set of five pairs.

36 The compression bags for packing & storage Next time you travel, bring more gear by packing into these . Fill them up, roll them to remove the air, and drop them in your suitcase. You won’t arrive with conditioner slathered all over your outfits either because these keep your clothes safe from all in-bag disasters.

This is an eight-pack so you can use a few for closet storage, too. 37 These easy motion-sensing lights There is no need for poor lighting anywhere in your home. These are so easy to install and come on only when you approach them — and turn off again a few seconds later — so the batteries last for ages.

They are terrific in closets, under cabinets, and in shelving units, too. Just load them with batteries, screw or stick them where you want them, and enjoy. 38 The leash that lets you go hands free Want to walk your dog and run? Or maybe you want to hold a water bottle and a camera while you walk your bestie? Switch up your gear to this and you will bring your dog along more willingly because you will be able to use your own hands while you are out there.

It has an easy-grab handle close to your dog in case anything comes up and the reflective stitching keeps you both safe. 39 This hammer that’s an entire toolbox This is so much more than a hammer. There is an entire toolbox hidden in this single tool.

Like a pocket knife, it dishes out pliers, a serrated knife, a saw, wire cutters, a nail file, a bottle opener, and more. Drop it in a handy drawer so you have the tool you need every time a small task appears in front of you. 40 The cupholder hack that holds your big bottles Don’t compromise on your beverage container because the cup holder in your car is too small to hold your favorite travel mug or water bottle.

This will fix that in a few seconds. It drops into your cupholder and creates a larger holder on top of it. It comes with an adapter to make it fit most cars and holds a bottle with a diameter of up to 3.

8 inches. That includes those big 40-ounce Hydro Flasks and more. 41 This board that folds the laundry like a pro Do you dream of having a stack of neatly folded T-shirts so perfect that they look like they were done by a pro? There is a trick to that and it’s this .

Just lie the garment on it — pants, tees, dresses, and more — and flip the board closed. Your clothes will be folded perfectly every time. 42 These slippers that are liking walking on clouds These are like walking on, well, pillows.

Except that they stay on your feet, provide traction even on wet surfaces, and shed water. They are perfect for the shower at the gym or for wearing around the house. But they are so comfortable you will wear them everywhere.

They come in 23 colors. “These awesome shoes are great shock absorbers!” said one . “Walking is much easier now with no pain!” 43 A folding mat that turns the sink into a work surface If you have no room in the bathroom to spread out your primping tools, this is the clever solution that will make getting ready so much easier.

It temporarily turns the sink area into a workspace that can hold everything from hot hair appliances (it’s heat resistant), to makeup brushes — it has textured surfaces for cleaning them. It comes in three colors. 44 This magnetic pickup tool that’s also a flashlight When you are working with nuts, bolts, nails, and screws, this is a necessary assistant.

The telescoping neck reaches into places your hands can’t fit and the flashlight on the end helps you locate anything you dropped. The magnetic head grabs small metal parts and tools and retrieves them. The base is magnetic, too, so you can stick it to something metal and use it as a task light.

45 This shaker that has all the spices you need Drop into your travel or camp kit so you can cook up tasty meals on the camp stove or vacation rental. It is one shaker but it has all the basic spices you will reach for: paprika, curry, cayenne, garlic salt black pepper, and salt. “I got this for camping and it was a lifesaver,” said one .

“So much easier than having all separate spices!” 46 This set of magnetic measuring spoons This stacking set of is so much easier to use than the ones that are attached to an annoying ring. These separate easily from each other and each one has two ends — one for pouring into and one that’s narrow enough to get into spice jars. They are color coded and they easily snap back into a nested stack for storage.

47 These hand towels that hang anywhere These clever are designed to hang from the center so they don’t take up too much room — though you get plenty of towel surface area. They are absorbent and decorative so you can hang them wherever you like and use them as hand towels or dish towels. “I don’t know how I ever got along without them,” said one .

“We use them constantly. ” 48 The phone stand with built-in speakers This is the phone upgrade you need. Set your phone on the adjustable stand, connect it to the Bluetooth speakers in the base, and watching movies, recipes, or TV becomes something you can do anywhere.

It makes a terrific video call station, too. “Makes it so much easier to use this for FaceTime or Zoom meetings from my phone!” said one . 49 An alarm clock that projects the time on the ceiling Transform your bedside table from cluttered to high functioning by setting this there.

It projects the time at the ceiling or a wall so you don’t have to sit up to see it. There is a port in it for charging your phone. And the big letters are easy to see and easy to dim when you want to sleep.

“So much easier than trying to get my eyes to focus on the actual clock,” said one . 50 This grabber tool with magnetic claws This brings things that are too far away into reach. Grab pet toys that have migrated under the furniture.

Pick up items on high shelves. Make fast work of picking up trash in the yard. The claws are magnetic and hinged to grasp things with the pull of a trigger in the handle.

“This product makes my life so much easier,” said more than one . .