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50 Dope Things for Your Home That Are Only $30 on Amazon Prime

These finds are surprisingly cool.

Written by Erin Celletti
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You spend a lot of time at home (quite possibly, most of your time), so it makes sense you’d want to outfit it with creature comforts that upgrade the convenience and usability of your space. Whether you’re looking for ways to streamline your electronics, or on the hunt for things that make your kitchen feel less crowded, you just might find it here. And luckily for you, all these dope things for your home can be had for $30 or under on Amazon.

01This outlet extender that multiplies your plug-in capabilities

Turn your two-socket outlet into a complete charging station with this fan-favorite outlet extender. It’s equipped with six standard sockets and two fast-charging USB ports that allow you to power up all your devices and appliances at once. It has a built-in surge protector and even its own smart night-light, complete with a touch sensor for extra illumination when you need it.

02These highly rated bins that organize your fridge or pantry

Take your food storage situation from cluttered chaos to impressively organized, thanks to this pack of food organizer bins. Shatter-resistant and BPA-free, these durable bins are available in packs of three, five, or seven, and come with removable dividers to customize your storage needs. You can even stack them to maximize space.

  • Available options: 3

03This rechargeable sconce that doesn’t need wiring

Love the look of sconces but don’t want to drill holes in your wall or deal with electricity? This LED wall sconce is your answer. The USB-chargeable sconce sticks right to your walls with a 3M adhesive backing for foolproof installation. It has three modes, including a motion-sensor setting that turns the lamp on when it detects activity. The sconce is available in two finishes and instantly elevates any room.

  • Available finishes: 2

04This organizer that changes the way you store water bottles

Upgrade the way you store your water bottles — and even wine bottles — with this stackable organizer. The shelves fit in most cabinets and can hold up to three bottles each, while keeping them in place to prevent rolling. You can even use them in the fridge for cold water that’s ready to grab and go.

05These miniature spatulas that get every last drop

Get the very last bit of peanut butter out of the jar, without the struggle, thanks to this six-pack of miniature silicone spatulas. The set includes three different sizes that can get into the most hard-to-reach spaces of jars and bottles to make sure no excess product goes to waste. Try them with jam, honey, and face cream, too.

06These shower drain stickers that prevent hair-related clogs

Keep hair from clogging your shower drain with these disposable mesh stickers that filter out hair and other debris before it can enter your plumbing. Just place one down before taking a shower, then toss it (and whatever it has caught) in the trash when you’re done. They have a strong waterproof adhesive backing, but are easily removable.

07These vent covers that help you control the airflow in your home

Did you know you can actually control the airflow throughout your home with a simple magnetic vent cover? A great way to save on heating and air-conditioning costs, these three magnetic vent covers can be cut to perfectly fit the floor and ceiling vents throughout your home, allowing you to direct the air only where you want it to go. Once in place, the magnets will keep them from budging.

08This faux suede bath mat that’s super thin & absorbent

Is there anything worse than stepping on a cold, soggy bath mat? With this quick-drying mat, you won’t have to worry about that again —it absorbs water in less than one second. Its super thin profile also allows it to blend in beautifully with your bathroom, while the nonslip backing provides a secure grip.

  • Available colors: 11
  • Available sizes: 7

09This game-changing organizer for your plastic bags

Keep your plastic bags neat and organized with this bamboo bag organizer that fits right inside your kitchen drawer. Available in seven different finishes, it can be used with or without the included labels to store all your multi-size bags in one neat and accessible space. Ditch the clunky packaging for this space-saving alternative and see what a difference it makes.

  • Available finishes: 7

10This spoon rest that looks like a giant ravioli

Add a bit of fun to your kitchen, while preventing countertop messes, with this spoon rest that looks like a giant (and delicious) ravioli. Keep it handy while cooking, stirring, and prepping for a practical place to rest your spoon without getting messy sauce everywhere. It’s highly rated, with a near-perfect 4.8-star overall rating on Amazon.

11The pet hair remover that’s a perennial Amazon favorite

When it comes to removing pet hair, nothing beats the ChomChom roller, which has racked up more than 125,000 perfect ratings on Amazon. The internal velvet cylinder traps hair and lint with just a few passes, while the catch chamber makes it easy to dump everything in the trash. It’s pretty much infinitely reusable, so you can stop wasting money on sticky tape.

12A pair of air fryer liners that can be used & reused

Ditch the parchment and try these air fryer basket liners that can be cleaned in the dishwasher, then reused again. Made from heat-resistant silicone, the liners feature an elevated base for even cooking as well as handles on the sides, so they’re easy to pull out of your machine.

  • Available sizes: 2

13These color-adjustable backlights that upgrade your TV viewing experience

TV marathons are about to get a lot better, thanks to these monitor backlights. Besides helping to reduce eyestran, they also enhance the vividness of the picture for a more cinematic experience. They adhere to the perimeter of the monitor and plug right into your TV’s USB port. And when you’re not using them, these backlights do a lot to add a cool vibe to your living room.

14An absorbent doormat that soaks up water in your entryway

The welcome mat on the front step doesn’t catch everything, which is why this indoor doormat comes in clutch. It’s super absorbent and dries quickly, making it ideal for soaking up moisture from rain, snow, and muddy dog paws. It has a low profile that won’t interfere with door clearance, and can be cleaned in the washing machine or with a simple spray of the hose.

  • Available colors: 6
  • Available sizes: 5

15The egg dispenser that saves space in your fridge

This ingenious dispenser makes it so much easier to grab a few eggs for your morning omelet. With space for 12 to 14 eggs, it has a gravity-fed design that allows the eggs to gently roll down one by one. To boot, the two-tier construction means you save lots of horizontal shelf space in your fridge.

16These highly rated baking mats that are extra thick

Boasting a stellar 4.7-star overall rating, these nonstick baking mats are a must-have for any cook or baker. These mats are twice as thick as comparable options, and work to distribute heat more evenly while significantly cutting down on the amount of cleanup you have to do (no scrubbing necessary). Made from dishwasher-safe, BPA-free silicone, they’re heat resistant to 480 degrees Fahrenheit.

17A portable, foldable keyboard for typing on your phone

Sending a few emails from your phone just got a lot easier, thanks to this portable Bluetooth keyboard that folds up small to fit in a bag or your back pocket. It connects seamlessly to phones, laptops, and tablets, and offers up to 40 hours of active use on a full charge. It automatically goes to sleep when folded up and weighs a mere 5.5 ounces.

  • Available styles: 9

18The drink holder you can stick to your shower (or anywhere else)

Enjoy your shower beer even more with this silicone holder that secures to the wall with patented grip technology — no suction cup or adhesive backing needed. Perfectly sized for cans, the holder features drainage holes at the bottom to prevent water from building up. Besides shower walls, it can be used on other smooth, glossy surfaces, like mirrors, coolers, and tool kits.

  • Available styles: 8

19This grill basket that flips everything all at once

This genius grill basket allows you to shake and flip ingredients, all at the same time — and without anything falling through the grates. Great for veggies, kebabs. and anything else you can throw at it, the basket has a wide cooking area and lockable design to make sure everything stays put. The basket also comes with a basting brush, grilling gloves, and skewers, too.

20An extendable duster that cleans high-up places

Clean hard-to-reach places with this extendable microfiber duster that can be stretched from 30 inches all the way out to 100 inches. The fluffy microfiber head traps dust and dirt, and it’s flexible to reach around corners and into tight spaces. The pole is made from rust-proof stainless steel and can be quickly disassembled for compact storage.

21This 3-tier cooling rack that collapses for storage

This heavy-duty cooling rack has three tiers, so you can cool (and display) lots of baked goods, without taking up more counter space. With a wire-mesh design to optimize airflow, this rack also features plenty of space between each level, making it easy to cool taller items like canelés and bundt cakes. It’s finished with a nonstick coating and collapses for convenient storage.

22The toothpick holder that looks like a deer in the grass

Adding a little quirk to your kitchen, this toothpick holder features a miniature deer figurine, so when it’s filled with toothpicks, it evokes a deer standing in a peaceful meadow. This two-piece holder comes with a clear, detachable lid for easy filling — but the hole at the top means you can easily dispense one toothpick at a time.

23These freezer molds for your liquid leftovers

These freezer blocks create flat, frozen blocks of leftover soups, sauces, and even pastas — and they’re a great way to save food storage space. Just insert a freezer bag into one of the hard plastic containers, then fill it up with your ingredients before wrapping the two silicone bands around the whole thing. When your food is frozen, just remove the bands, pop open the container, and grab the bag with your now-frozen meal.

  • Available sizes: 2

24The dough whisk that prevents clumping & over-mixing

When baking, achieving the perfect consistency for dough can be quite the challenge, but this Danish dough whisk is a game changer. With a unique design that eliminates lumps and flour pockets, this fan-favorite whisk makes smooth batters easily, whether they’re thick or thin. Plus, it helps prevent over-mixing to minimize unwanted gluten development.

25This rice dispenser that keeps everything fresh, too

If you frequently make rice, you know how important an accurate measurement is — along with keeping it fresh. This airtight rice dispenser holds up to 25 pounds of rice (and other dry foods) and uses a smart dispensing system to make sure you get exactly what you need — not more, not less. It’s BPA free and comes with a measuring cup.

  • Available colors: 3

26These magnetic hooks that store your grilling tools

Add some hanging storage space to your grill with this three-pack of magnetic hooks that’s earned an almost unheard-of 4.9-star overall rating on Amazon. They magnetize to the side of your grill, where they store spatulas, brushes, and tongs. The hooks are extra durable, thanks to their titanium plating, and are weather-resistant to stand up to the outdoor elements.

27A 2-piece colander with microporous holes

Straining excess moisture from foods that are smaller in size — like grains, beans, and rice — can be tricky, but this colander is up to the task. It has smaller drainage holes (only 2 millimeters), which are tiny enough to keep everything in, except the water. Made from stainless steel, this colander and mixing bowl set has a nesting design for easy storage.

  • Available colors: 7
  • Available sizes: 6

28This cord cover that camoflauges unsightly cables

Looking at the cords dangling from a wall-mounted TV can be quite the distraction when you’re trying to veg out — but thankfully, you can hide them with this TV cord cover. Available in four colors to blend in with your wall, the cover uses a snap-on design, so you can add or remove cables as needed. It’s easy to install with the included adhesive.

  • Available colors: 4
  • Available sizes: 3

29These Mason jars that are the ultimate multitaskers in the kitchen

Whether you use them for meal prepping, leftovers, or storing nuts and dried fruits, these Mason jars are one versatile ally in the kitchen. The 16-ounce jars feature measurement markings on the side, as well as a wide-mouth design for easy filling. The lids lock in freshness, while the jars themselves are extra durable, and can be used in the freezer, microwave, and dishwasher.

30This wireless charger for all your charging needs

Thanks to its four charging modes, this convenient wireless charger can juice up your phone, no matter what model you have — and it’s also compatible with earbud charging cases, too. The LED light lets you know when charging has been activated, but it quickly turns off so as not to disrupt your sleep. For safety, the charger is built with both surge protection and short-circuit prevention.

  • Available colors: 6

31A duster brush for blinds, vents & other tight spaces

This multi-prong duster is perfect for cleaning your blinds, with washable microfiber sleeves that trap dust with just a few swipes. The opposite side of the brush features bristles that are great for cleaning smaller grooved areas, like windowsills or car air vents.

32These shower shelves that are a sleek storage solution

This mounted shower caddy set comes with two separate shelves that feature a load-bearing capacity of 40 pounds — that means they can even handle economy-size bottles of shampoo. The mounting is done with a strong adhesive strip, which comes with hooks to hang the caddy on. Made from rust-proof stainless steel, these shelves also feature hooks for smaller items like washcloths.

  • Available colors: 7

33These nonslip hangers that are a best-seller on Amazon

Boasting a 4.8-star overall rating, these ultra-thin, nonslip hangers are covered with soft velvet to keep items from sliding off. Not to mention, the slim design means you’ll get extra space back on your closet rod. The hangers also feature notches for even more security, as well as swiveling hooks.

34This super absorbent mat that resists spills & stains

This super absorbent mat is a versatile kitchen addition. Place it under your coffee maker to catch drips and spills (and shield your countertop from stains) or use it as a dish-drying mat. You can also place it under larger appliances — like espresso machines and stand mixers — to muffle any sounds. It has a nonslip backing and dries quickly

  • Available colors: 2
  • Available sizes: 3

35A wall-mounted holder for all your cleaning essentials

This wall-mounted organizer can fit up to five large, handled tools, which secure into place with the help of spring-loaded clamps and rubber grips. In between each slot is a folding hook for hanging lighter accessories like dust brushes and gloves. The whole thing can be mounted to the wall with the included hardware kit.

36This cold-brew coffee maker for delish iced coffee at home

Make your own delicious cold brew at home with this cold-brew coffee maker. The three-piece set includes a Mason jar, a stainless steel mesh filter, and a leakproof, twist-on lid. The lid also comes with a flip-cap pour spout, so it’s a great on-the-go option. Just add your grinds to the filter, fill the jar with water, and let brew in your fridge overnight.

37A freezing tray for single-serve portions of soup

Perfect for meal prepping, this freezing tray features four large compartments that fit up to 1 cup of liquid each — pour in some soup, sauce, or stew, and you can pop out one serving at a time when you’re ready for it. Made from silicone, the container comes with a snap-on plastic lid that lets you store other items on top. As a bonus, the silicone is oven-safe up to 415 degrees Fahrenheit, so you can heat things up directly in the container.

  • Available colors: 4

38This no-spill water bowl for your furry friends

Both you and your furry family members will love this no-spill water bowl. The 35-ounce bowl features a base with a floating top — as your pet pushes down the top, water is dispensed for them to drink at a natural pace, without splashes getting all over the floor. It also has a nonslip bottom to keep it firmly in place.

  • Available colors: 5

39The food slicer that works in seconds

Great for cutting down on meal prep time, this food slicer helps you easily chop up softer foods, like boiled eggs, bananas, and tomatoes. The tray comes with three particular slicing templates, with 3-inch stainless steel blades hidden beneath. Simply place your food on top, then push down on the lid.

40These viral drinking glasses with glass straws

Perfect for boba, iced coffee, and smoothies, these can-shaped drinking glasses come with bamboo lids and glass straws. The straws are nicely angled, allowing for a natural sip, and the durable glasses are made to handle temperature extremes, so you can use them with both hot and cold beverages.

41The stainless steel knives that come in cool colors

An eye-popping add to any kitchen, this knife set includes the five key blades you need for all your slicing needs, as well as a two-stage sharpener. The blades are made of premium stainless steel with a protective nonstick coating, and the ergonomic handles are designed for comfortable use. Each knife comes with a protective sheath ensuring durability. No wonder this set has earned a stellar 4.7-star overall rating.

  • Available colors: 4

42These organizers that give your dresser drawers new life

These drawer organizers make it easy to tidy up T-shirts, socks, and underwear — in just a few minutes. The set includes six organizers in different sizes, so you can divvy up your items in the most efficient way. And although they’re made from cloth, they have a sturdy construction, so they’ll stand up to years of use.

  • Available colors: 5

43All the cooking utensils you could possibly need

This cooking utensil set includes everything you could possibly need, like tongs, a pasta server, and a flipping tool. They’re sleek and durable, with heat-resistant silicone heads and handles, as well as 13-inch shafts that give you plenty of control while protecting your hands from splatter or burns. This set is perfect for nonstick cookware, and can be washed either by hand or in the dishwasher.

44A cutting board set that secures to a cupboard door

Here’s a handy way to take care of your chopping needs: this cutting board set, which includes two boards of different sizes, along with a holder that mounts to the inside of a cupboard door with 3M adhesive. The cutting boards themselves feature nonslip rubber pads and a textured surface for superior grip.

45This coffee warmer so every sip is perfect

This mug warmer maintains the ideal temperature for your beverage of choice, and does so automatically. Compatible with flat-bottom mugs, it takes up minimal space and features a sleek, thermal-conductive glass surface. The internal gravity sensor automatically turns the warmer on when it senses your mug, then turns it off for safety when you remove it.

  • Available colors: 5

46A pan organizer that prevents damage & provides easy access

Stacking your pots and pans for storage can damage the surface and risk them slipping and sliding, too. Instead, store clunky pots and pans with care on this pan organizer rack. Made with sturdy wire, it features height-adjustable shelves, so you can store large pots and small frying pans alike. Not to mention — it’s much easier to slide each item out from the rack, as opposed to having to unstack a whole pile.

  • Available options: 3

47The whiskey stones that don’t water down your drink

These whiskey-chilling stones are made from natural granite and help to keep your beverage cool between sips, without watering it down like traditional ice cubes would. Store them in the freezer on the included wooden tray and pop a couple in your drink as needed. Choose between four different colors, including graphite gray and ivory white.

  • Available colors: 4

48This dimmable desk lamp with an adjustable angle

Illuminate your working space with cool, white light in the form of this space-saving LED desk lamp. The lamp offers three brightness levels, with soft, non-flickering illumination that goes easy on the eyes. Plus, you can adjust the angle of the arm to direct light right where you need it. The lamp comes with an impressive guarantee: more than 50,000 hours of operation.

49A mandoline slicer with customizable thickness options

Step up your game in the kitchen with this five-in-one mandoline slicer. It comes complete with five sharp, sturdy blades that precisely cut ingredients to just the thickness you’re looking for, from 1.5 millimeter to 7 millimeters. For safety, it has a nonslip handle and base to keep everything secure while you work, and comes with cut-resistant gloves.

50A bedside caddy that keeps everything within reach

Lounge in peace, knowing everything you need is organized and within an arm’s reach, thanks to this bedside caddy. The caddy has a flat board you tuck under a mattress or couch cushion, and a hanging section that securely holds everything you might want on hand, including remotes, chargers, eyeglasses — even snacks.

  • Available colors: 4
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