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20 Things on Amazon You Never Knew You Needed
In the hunt for cool deals on cool stuff online, I see a lot of boring, useless stuff, but I also see some really cool things. Here are the 20 best, most useful things I’ve seen in a while that will definitively improve your life.
Utopia Cast Iron Pan
I know, I know: You don’t really cook much, but when you do cook, you’re gonna want a cast iron pan. It changes the game whether you’re sautéing steak or crafting a summer vegetable medley or reheating a Taco Bell quesadilla. Trust me on this one.
Mellanni Bed Sheet Set
I haven’t seen a better deal on a full bed sheet set in FOREVER, and I can personally attest to the fact Mellanni makes the best, softest microfiber sheets around. Easy to clean, and long-lasting, you need a set of these.
iPhone Lightning Charge Cables, 5-Pack
Ever launched into a sobbing rage because you couldn’t find your iPhone charger? That will never happen again, because now you have five of them.
Braided Micro USB Cables, 2-Pack
If you’re looking to charge any device that ISN’T an Apple gadget, it’s overwhelmingly likely you need a micro USB cable. These are our favorites. They’re build to last and can sync data, too.
Lekesn Polarized Sunglasses
WE LOVE a good pair of polarized sunglasses, and we especially move then they cost literally one-tenth or a standard pair of Ray Bans.
eufy Lumi Plug-in Night Light With Sensor, 4-Pack
These are life savers. Use them in bathrooms, hallways, kitchens, wherever, so you can easily walk around in the middle of the night without blinding yourself with a full overhead light when you go to the bathroom or whatever.
Gildan Men's Ultra Cotton Adult T-Shirt, 2-Pack
I’ll be straight with you: you need a couple normal, grey t-shirts in your regular rotation that don’t have any words or pictures on them. You’re an adult and you should look like one occasionally.
TECKIN Smart Plug Wifi Outlet
Turn anything in your house on or off, even when you’re not in the house. We truly are living in the future.
AmazonBasics AA Performance Alkaline Batteries (48 Count)
Batteries are the kind of things you don’t know you need until you really need them, and the thought of going to the drugstore for a $15 pack of 4 is just outrageous. Enjoy peace of mind with forty-eight of the damn things for less than 14 bucks.
Brita Small 5 Cup Metro Water Pitcher with Filter
The humble Brita filter doesn’t need a lot of bells and whistles. This budget-friendly and well-sized version will fit any fridge, and keep your water cool and clean.
CHOETECH Wireless Charger
Free yourself of cables cluttering up the place with this seriously fast, seriously cheap wireless charger. Perfect for desks or bedside tables.
Rebel Alliance Pin
Show your support for the brave heroes of the Star Wars. Okay, this isn’t an honest to god essential but I think it looks really cool.
Swift Sweep Sweeper
This thing is MAGIC. It does most of the work of a vacuum cleaner without the expense, the electricity, or the loud scary whirring. A must-have for small rooms and homes, and it works on both hard floors and carpet.
Clevermade Laundry Hamper/Caddy
Laundry sucks, but you gotta do it. Make it that little bit easier with this hamper that doubles as a caddy to lug your clothes to the machines.
Gold Toe Men's Dress Crew Socks, 3 Pairs
Gold Toe is appropriately named, because they make the best, most well-built, and coolest socks in the game. You always need another pair of socks, y’know?
BESTEK 6-Outlet Wall-Mount Surge Protector
A surge protector that is also a 6-outlet wall mount that is also a shelf for your iPhone. What more could you ask for?
Vornado Flippi V6 Personal Air Circulator Fan
It’s hot out there, stay cool. Vornado makes the absolute best fans we’ve ever experienced, and this mini version for desks and small rooms is absolutely astounding in the power it packs into its tiny frame.
Mossio Hanging Toiletry Bag
Stop carrying your toothbrush around in a plastic bag when you’re traveling, you animal!
100 LED String Lights, Dimmable with Remote Control
String lights make even the most simple of rooms look cozy and feel homey. You can dim and brighten these ones with a remote, too. Fancy!
Philips Sonicare Essence Sonic Electric Rechargeable Toothbrush
What a lot of companies don’t want you to know is that all those fancy $100 toothbrushes don’t improve your health in any meaningful way compared to a $25 toothbrush. Don’t be a sucker, but do definitely upgrade from whatever dirty old thing you’re using currently.
Philips Sonicare Essence Sonic Electric Rechargeable Toothbrush
