The 55 best home upgrades under $30 that get near-perfect reviews

Boost your curb appeal while making it easy for delivery people and emergency services to find your home by mounting this LED address plaque somewhere prominent. Powered by the sun, it illuminates your house numbers at dusk and keeps it lit through the night, turning itself off when the sun rises.

When it comes to filtering light and creating indoor privacy, curtains and blinds are not your only option. This window privacy film creates beauty and privacy without covering your windows. It lets light in while blocking 96% of harmful UV to protect you and your furniture. It’s easy to install with water and a squeegee and even easier to remove. It comes in 13 sizes.

This fridge turntable makes it easy to find all your sauces, condiments, jams, and other jars that tend to get lost in the back. Spin it to find what you need. A clear rim keeps the jars from sliding off, grippy feet keep it from sliding around, and it is easy to pull out and clean. It is sized to fit in the fridge or kitchen cabinets. “Such a genius idea I can't believe I haven't gotten it sooner,” said one reviewer.

Protect your table from hot plates and create some boho ambiance at the same time by setting your table with these woven placemats. Woven from seagrass, they bring a bit of nature indoors and make the perfect place to set a teapot, platters of food, or individual place settings. This is a set of four.

Want to keep water off your counters? This faucet mat is an elegant way to achieve this. It fits around your bathroom faucet and catches splashes. Made of super-absorbent diatomite stone, it dries quickly so water doesn’t seep through. “A game-changer for keeping my countertops dry around the sink area,” said one reviewer. “They do an amazing job absorbing excess water [and] look great on the counter!” It’s available in four sizes and three colors.

This stove cover is a brilliant idea. When you aren’t using your stove, cover the glass surface with it to expand your available counter space and protect that surface from heavy pans and spilled water. The textured surface lets water drip away from dishes and evaporate so you can use that surface to let dishes dry. It comes in seven colors and four sizes.

Upgrade your shower and your morning routine at the same time by installing this luxury shower head that delivers a soft, rain-like deluge of water. It boosts your water pressure through silicone jets and pours a 6-inch wide waterfall onto you to start your day. Reviewers love it, giving it nearly 11,000 five-star reviews. “[It] has completely transformed my shower experience into a luxurious spa-like retreat,” said one reviewer. “A true game-changer.” It comes in six finishes.

If your kitchen lacks adequate task lighting, you might think you need to hire an electrician. Not so! This wireless, battery-powered LED light bar will solve that problem brilliantly. Mount it underneath the cabinets and use the remote to set the brightness and, if desired, choose a timer to turn the light off automatically. The remote will control up to 12 of these or you can tap the lens to turn an individual light on or off.

This corner shower caddy will quickly help you reclaim order in your bathroom. The two shelves offer space for every hair product, body wash, self-care appliance, and washcloth you own, tucking it all into a corner. It’s easy to install without drilling since it comes with adhesive hooks to mount the shelves. It comes in four sizes and 13 colors.

Set these dried flowers in a vase and bring some natural elements into your home to create a calming and refreshing vibe. The pampas grass evokes open grasslands and warm weather whatever else might be happening indoors. They require no water and will last for years. This is 100 pieces of a mixture of grasses, each about 17 inches long.

Keep all your kitchen sink gear organized and tidy and your sink dry with this sink caddy with a drain. It elevates the sponges, brushes, and soap so water doesn’t collect under them. The partitions are adjustable and the tiny drain redirects any water that drips from your tools back into the sink. It comes in seven colors.

When not in use, this wall-mounted coat rack looks like a piece of modern art. When you want to hang a jacket, towel, hat, or bag, though, pull out one of the sticks and it becomes a sturdy hook. “Pleasing to the eye and really [pulls] together the room,” said one reviewer. “It holds up a fair amount of weight and is very convenient.” It comes in four colors.

Create a big bin of tiny ice cubes that are perfect for cocktails, iced coffee, and more with this set of round ice cube trays. Fill the trays with water — or juice, coffee, or other flavored liquids — and freeze. Then empty them into the bin. Repeat as needed. You will have ice for miles. It comes with a scoop for getting the ice into your glass. There are three sizes and four colors.

Clean up your bathroom vanity while keeping all your gear handy by mounting this clever wall-mounted toothbrush holder to the wall. A drawer keeps essential cosmetics and tools at the ready. A shelf stores lotions and other daily-use products. The toothpaste dispenser delivers a perfect dollop to your brush with no mess. It keeps toothbrushes clean and out of the way and has two water cups that cling magnetically to the underside. It comes in three sizes and five colors.

Keep a pitcher of water at your bedside so you can grab a sip in the night by setting this pretty water carafe there. The cup covers the carafe to keep the water fresh and looks like a stylish glass sculpture. It’s a nice touch in a guest room, too. It holds 30 ounces and comes in eight colors.

These silicone trivets are so useful in the kitchen that you will wonder how you survived without them. Set them on the counter to protect it from hot pans. Use them as hot mitts to remove a casserole from the oven without getting burned. They will even help you get a stubborn jar open. They come in 16 colors.

Create order in your bathroom or desk drawers with this organizer bin set with a soft-grip lining to keep items from clattering around. Rubber feet on the bottom of each bin hold it in place in the drawer and the variety of sizes in the kit makes it easy to create perfect storage for all your small items. Choose from gray or navy.

That box of cables, chargers, and wires is chaos, right? This cable organizer box is here to clean it up. The removable dividers create cubbies for each piece — a wrapped-up cord or a plug — so you can fill it up, put the lid on it, and ignore it until you need to plug something in. You can stack the boxes, creating an organized system that can grow. It comes in four colors.

This pair of belt hangers makes it easy to put away your belts and ties. Just take them off and hang them on a hook. It makes it even easier to find the tie or belt you want when you are getting dressed, too. Each hanger holds an entire collection and this is a set of two. Over 6,000 people give this storage system five stars. There are three styles to choose from.

Instead of lighting your scented candles, set them in this candle warmer and turn them into a decorative vignette that scents the room without creating a fire hazard. The lamp throws a pool of warm light and warms the candle to release the scent. You can adjust the brightness and that will also increase or decrease the amount of scent and lifespan of the candle. Set a timer if you like. It comes with two bulbs in several colors.

Set this artsy mushroom table lamp on a bedside table or mantle and it will quietly glow, gently lighting your room and creating a mellow mood. The ceramic body evokes a shroom with clean lines and delicate ridges while a warm white bulb within pushes light through the glass. It’s dimmable and comes in five colors.

Mount this clever wall mount caddy anywhere you want to stash some cleaning supplies, grab-and-go snacks, often-used kitchen items, or anything else you want to keep within easy reach. The powerful adhesive strips make mounting it — without damaging your walls or cabinets — easy. If you want to remove it, though, that adhesive removes easily without leaving any sticky debris behind. It comes in two sizes.

Give your bland garage door some personality in seconds by sticking these magnetic garage accents to it. It won’t change the function of the door but it will make it look as if it has metal hinges and handles. “OMG!! I love these new magnetic black decorative hinges!!” said one reviewer. “SO EASY and no screws in my brand new garage door!! They look real and authentic and it took less than five min to put them on!”

These magnetic curtain tiebacks are a clever and elegant alternative to mounting a hook to the window frame. Wrap them around the curtain and snap them together to gather the fabric into pretty pleats and let in light. When you aren’t using them, they stick to the metal in your wall or window frame. They are minimalist, affordable, easy, and come in six colors.

This desk organizer will keep all your stationary, files, and notebooks organized and ready to grab, right on your desk. An upright section and five letter trays give you plenty of space to file your various systems and supplies and it takes up only 1 square foot of desk real estate. It comes in five colors.

Set this dish drying mat on your counter or under a dish rack to catch all the water that drips from your dishes. It looks pretty, is super absorbent, and is reversible — marble on one side and black on the other — in case you want to change up the look. The soft fabric is gentle on both your dishes and your counters.

With a decorative glass exterior and a slow-burning wooden wick that crackles like a wood fire as the candle burns, this scented candle brings plenty of ambiance to your space. The candle is a high-quality soy wax and the scents are created from rich essential oils. There are 18 scent and glass color options and four sizes. Over 11,000 people give these candles five stars.

These big, roomy storage bins make it easy to find the items you stashed in them because you can see right through the front. They have a lid to keep your gear clean and collapse into a flat pack so you can keep lots of them on hand without sacrificing space. “Much better than [I] expected,” said one reviewer. “I love that you can see into the boxes so I can remember what I stored in them.” They come in seven colors.

You don’t have to commit to taking care of another living creature in order to have greenery in your home. These fake eucalyptus plants look like the real thing but they will never die or need to be watered. They come in a cute pot, ready to set where you want them — even if that space has no natural light. They come in six colors.

The warm flickering light of a candle creates more atmosphere than any other type of illumination. If you want that mood without the risk of fire or the cost of candles, this set of three flameless candles is the ticket. Turn them on and off with the remote. Set a timer so you can fall asleep amid the glow of candles. No fire hazard and they last indefinitely, needing only new batteries occasionally. Choose from six colors and patterns.

Longing for a remodeled kitchen? Try changing the cabinet knobs. It is a small change that has a surprisingly huge impact. This pack of 10 will update your space in a luxe gold and it takes only a few minutes and a screwdriver to make the switch. Need more? There are 11 quantity options and the knobs get cheaper the more you buy. Choose from 16 colors and styles.

Ramp up the cozy in your living room with these soft, corduroy throw pillow covers that bring texture — visual and tactile — to your space. The monochrome patchwork effect is modern and minimal but packs a visual punch. Choose a neutral color to create calm or a bright shade to add a pop of color. There are eight sizes and 36 colors to choose from.

Turn the mirror you have into the lighted Hollywood glamour mirror you want by adding this set of LED vanity lights to it. They have three color options and 10 brightness levels so you can dial in the most flattering and effective lighting. And you can adjust the length of the wire between the bulbs so your mirror looks perfect. Choose from four sizes.

Give your plants a home that lets them hang in front of a window, drape leaves and blossoms where you want them, and that’s easy to hang while bringing a green vibe to your space with these macrame plant hangers. This is a set of three and they come with three pots that fit into them. This kit even comes with the hooks to hang them from. There are four styles to choose from.

Need more storage in the kitchen, bathroom, laundry, or shower? Stick these storage baskets right to the wall and use them to store anything from spices to shampoo to mail. The metal shelves are sturdy and come with two mounting options. Use the adhesive on walls you don’t want to drill into and the screws where you want a more permanent solution. They come in seven styles in either black or white.

If your legs and back ache after you cook a meal or clean up the kitchen, set these kitchen mats on the floor to take the impact out of standing on that hard floor. They have a soft, squishy texture that softens the surface so you can work without pain. They also prevent dishes from breaking and won’t slip out from under you. They come in five sizes and five colors.

This knife set is so pretty you will want to mount it to the wall. The sharp stainless steel blade is coated in a colorful ceramic to preserve that edge and stop nicks and scratches from marring your blade. The 12-piece set includes a chef knife, a long slicing knife, and Santoku, utility, and pairing knives. Each one has a cover to protect the blades. There are three colors.

This motion sensor trash can lets you keep a lid on the trash without making you struggle to toss your garbage. Hover over the lid and it knows you are there and opens up. “The automatic lid is a fantastic addition,” said one reviewer. “It opens and closes smoothly with just a wave of my hand, providing a touchless and hygienic experience. This trashcan has truly elevated my waste disposal process and made it hassle-free.”

Create more storage in your bathroom by turning ordinary items — toothpicks, cotton swabs, cotton balls, or makeup sponges — into a decorative display with this apothecary jar. You will always be able to find the item you need and you will free up your limited drawer and cabinet space for items you want to hide. This is a set of four, with cute bamboo lids. They come with preprinted and blank labels.

Add function and style to your bedroom by mounting these motion-activated bed lights to the underside of the bed. They turn on, throwing a gentle glow at the floor when you get up in the night — so you can find your way without tripping or injury — then turn themselves off. Peel and stick the strips of light to the bed frame. You might find that you want to do the kitchen and bathroom cabinets, too.

Every kitchen needs a neatly stacked set of stainless steel mixing bowls and this set is everything you want. It’s affordable, pretty, functional, and can go from the dishwasher to the fridge to the freezer. There is a size for making everything from a dipping sauce to a salad. The capacities are marked on the side, they nest for storage, and there are four colors to choose from.

With this large blanket basket tucked into a corner or sitting at the foot of the bed, it is easy to keep the room tidy. Toss laundry, toys, extra blankets or pillows, and other clutter into it as you walk through the room and what was once clutter becomes a tidy, decorative collection. It comes in two sizes and six colors.

If your dishes aren’t coming out of the dishwasher as clean as they once did, it might be time to clean the machine. Fortunately, that is very easy to do with this dishwasher cleaner. Drop one of the six tablets into the machine and run an empty load. It scrubs away limescale buildup, minerals, and muck and leaves your dishwasher sparkling and smelling like lemons. Nearly 54,000 people say, “Five stars!”

This retro Bluetooth speaker is a charming blend of vintage aesthetics and modern technology. It looks adorable on your bedside table, makes a charming accessory at a picnic or beach outing, and brings music and charm to the kitchen. And, since it connects to your phone or tablet, it plays whatever music you like to listen to. It comes in 10 colors.

If you freeze while working at your desk or sitting in your favorite armchair, set this mini heater nearby to avoid heating the entire house simply to warm the space you are in. It’s small enough to sit on your desk and decorative enough to look good doing it. It throws fast heat right where you want it, weighs just 1.4 pounds, and automatically shuts off if it tips over. It comes in four colors.

Make your room nap-ready and sleep-friendly by hanging these blackout curtains over the windows. They add a pop of color and make it easy to darken the room, blocking up to 99% of light. The triple-weave fabric will also keep the room cool or warm and save on your heating and air conditioning bills. They come in 52 colors and 33 sizes for a custom look.

The simple act of switching out your light switch for this smart dinner switch will bring your home into modern times. Not only does it allow you to dim the lights but it also lets you adjust the lighting from anywhere in the world, connect the lights to your smart home system so you can use your voice to control the lights, and set up schedules and routines so that your home anticipates your needs.

These LED strip lights punch well above their price point when it comes to improving your home’s relaxation spaces. Peel and stick the tape-like lights to the back of your TV or monitor and they throw light at the wall behind the screen to improve the contrast of what you are watching. It makes the image on the screen pop and reduces eye strain. It creates a cool lighting effect in the room, too. “It makes a world of difference!” said one reviewer.

Protect your mattress while adding an extra top layer of softness to your bed with this quilted mattress pad that is soundless and has three zones to help you sleep sounder. The fabric is breathable and won’t crinkle and the fabric is deliciously soft to the touch. “Fits like a glove, doesn’t slide around, and is so comfortable to sleep on!” said one reviewer. It’s washable and comes in four colors and eight sizes.

Stick this sink strainer to the side of your sink and use it as a quick way to wash fruits and vegetables, let a few utensils drip dry, or to catch leftover food so it doesn’t clog your drain. The food-grade stainless steel looks great in the kitchen and requires no maintenance and the compact size makes it so versatile that you will use it constantly. Choose from silver or black.

Keep your laundry pods, scent beads, stain remover, dryer balls, and other laundry room, kitchen, or bathroom basics in these storage containers and they are easy to access and so much more decorative than the packages those products come in. Each one holds a half gallon and the lids are decorative and easy to lift off. They come with preprinted labels for common goods. This is a pack of two.

Keep your shower clean with an easy post-shower swipe using this shower squeegee that mounts to the shower wall. It’s pretty, slender, and easy to mount so you can sweep away the water on your shower door so it is always clean and clear. It will be handy when you want to clean mirrors and windows, too. It comes in five colors and two sizes.

You don’t have to call an electrician to have an overhead light precisely where you want it. Plug in this pendant light and hang it over the chair you like to read in, your bed, the dining room table, or wherever else you need better lighting. A switch is integrated into the cord and there are six lampshade colors to choose from.

If your homemade bread habit or that nice bakery with the delicious sourdough has led to a sandwich assembly challenge, this bread slicer is here to help. Set the loaf in it and slice through the guides. Your bread slices will be even and uniform and your sandwiches will stack neatly. It’s adjustable for different widths and catches the crumbs in a tray underneath.

You can stop saving up for that expensive kitchen faucet, spend that money on something else, and still have the faucet of your dreams. This stylish pull-down sprayer has a spray mode that blasts food off dirty dishes and a stream mode for washing vegetables and filling containers. It has a terrific utilitarian, industrial vibe and comes in seven colors and finishes.