Need a place to set your drink and phone when you are relaxing on the couch? There’s no need to add furniture to the mix for this task. Just drape this sofa arm tray table over the arm. The grippy underside and articulated sides cling firmly giving you a flat surface for your beverage and a phone slot that holds the screen at the perfect viewing angle. It comes in 10 finishes and styles.

This power scrubber makes it easy to clean the crevices, grout, and other awkward spaces in your bathroom, kitchen, windows, and car. The oscillating head spins 60 times per second to scrub away grime and dirt with no effort on your part. “This is a must-have for everyone,” said one reviewer. “I love how it cleans mildew from grout in showers. [...] It’s great if you have arthritis so you don’t have to scrub so hard.”

Create the illusion of fireflies in your garden with this two-pack of solar garden lights that glow after dark and sway in the wind. Plus, they are so simple to install. Just stick the flexible wires into the soil. They get their power from the sun and turn on automatically at dusk.

When you want to enjoy your outdoor space without getting eaten alive by mosquitos, light these mosquito-repellent sticks to create a perimeter around the space you want to enjoy. Each one burns for hours and smells terrific to humans. Fortunately, mosquitos hate the scent — citronella, lemongrass, and rosemary — and steer clear.

Drop one of these odd blue freshness-saving apples into your produce drawer or the fruit bowl to preserve the life of your produce. A packet inside the apple contains a substance that absorbs the ethylene gas emitted by produce. That gas is what causes fruits and vegetables to ripen — and rot. So removing it makes them last much longer. “Normally, I would buy a head of lettuce on Monday and it would be all wilted and mushy by the end of the week,” said one reviewer. “The Bluapple keeps my lettuce fresh for two weeks and sometimes longer!”

Coffee spills on your white shirt moments before a video call. A wine glass topples onto your new white couch. Stains happen whether you have kids or not (though the kid stains are next level.) However, this stain remover makes this universal situation no longer a problem. Spray and blot that coffee or wine away and it disappears before your eyes. “WHAT. IS. THIS. SORCERY?!” said one reviewer. “This product is magic and you need to own it.”

Creating an outdoor sound system is so easy with this waterproof Tiki wireless speaker. Just choose from two post heights and stick them into the ground or potted plants, connect your phone via Bluetooth, and enjoy. Buy two of them and connect them together for surround sound. They light up, too, making them the futuristic Tiki torches that will power the mood of your outdoor fun.

This cleaning cloth is a simple way to keep all your mirrors and windows clean and free of streaks. Just get it wet and it becomes a lush and thick cleaning cloth that removes fingerprints, smudges, and dirt almost effortlessly, leaving behind crystal-clear glass without any smudges or streaks.

This moon lamp is a tiny replica of the real thing that you can keep on a desk or shelf. Using data provided by NASA, it is 3D-printed and fitted with an internal light you can dim, brighten, or change from lunar white to warm yellow. It is rechargeable so you don’t have to put up with wires trailing from the moon and ruining the effect.

With very little effort, this 16-pack of solar deck lights will transform your outdoor space with subtle lighting. Use them on stair risers to make outdoor stairs safer. Mount them to a fence to make a driveway, pool area, or yard easier to navigate. You could also mount them to the rails of your deck to create perimeter lighting. They attach with screws and automatically come on when the sun goes down, charging up via sunlight during the day.

This plug-in fly trap is a simple solution for your pest invasion. A UV LED light attracts flies, gnats, moths, and fruit flies and lures them onto the glue card inside, decimating the indoor insect population. Replace the card occasionally and it keeps on working. “We have an unusual amount of these gnats this season and this thing is working amazing!” said one reviewer.

Help your pet stay cool in the dog days of summer with this cooling mat that uses a patented gel formula to provide cool relief for dogs and cats. As soon as they lay on the mat, the cooling effect is activated. It’s easy to fold and bring along and can go in the washing machine. “Our dog used it constantly and the panting went away and she was able to sleep again at night,” one reviewer wrote. “I laid [on] it with her one night and stayed cool, did not warm up AT ALL.”

Streamline your battery situation with this battery organizer and tester that holds 93 batteries, lets you check them for juice before you install or store them, and has a clear lid so you can see when you are running low. You can even mount it on a wall and create a clever, easy-access battery station. It comes in five colors.

Why get on all fours to scrub the grout clean when you can turn it into a coloring project that’s fast and easy? This grout tile paint marker writes right over the dingy and discolored grout turning it bright white. “My bathroom tile looks like new!” said one reviewer. “I’m literally in shock at how gorgeous it looks and how quick and easy it was.”

Don’t toss out that bacon grease! Use this bacon grease container to recapture it so you can use it to infuse fried eggs, pancakes, or popcorn with that delicious smoky flavor. Bacon grease also does an amazing job of seasoning cast iron. The pitcher holds 4 cups, a strainer filters out all the burnt bacon pieces, and a lid keeps the stored grease clean.

These washing machine tablets might look like just another cleaning product, but they actually deep clean your washer to get rid of any smells that could end up on your laundry. You simply throw one in and click start on your washer to refresh it before your next load.

Instead of hauling a big bottle of laundry detergent home — and feeling the guilt of that huge plastic bottle — use these detergent sheets. You don’t have to pay for or carry all that water that’s only there to turn detergent into a liquid and there is no plastic waste. The sheets dissolve easily in the wash and require no messy measuring or dispensing. They also come in a fragrance-free version.

When you are on camera, lighting is everything. And everything you need to light your next Zoom call like a pro is here in this ring light. Clip it to your monitor or phone and it bathes you in soft lighting to eliminate harsh shadows. It’s compact and USB chargeable so you can take it on the go and use it for photos or video calls wherever you are.

A perennial shopping editor favorite, the ChomChom pet hair remover makes quick work of the fur your best friend leaves behind on the sofa, rug, and other surfaces. Just swipe the velveteen roller back and forth to quickly grab stubborn pet hairs, then pop open the catch chamber to throw it all in the trash. It’s resuable and you’ll never have to restock on sticky sheets.

This top-rack dishwasher-safe veggie chopper is way better than getting a cutting board, different slicing tools, and a bunch of bowls dirty while you prep dinner. Instead, it comes with four different blades (even a spiralizer) and neatly stores your ingredients in the included container.

For less than $30 and a few minutes of your time, you can transform not only your bathroom but your life. This bidet attachment creates an upside-down shower that you can tap anytime you take a trip to the bathroom. Turn the dial to get the water pressure that suits you and get a water-jet clean every time you go. “This makes using toilet paper feel absolutely barbaric,” said one reviewer.

Baking sheets, cutting boards, pot lids — you can store all that and more on this cookware organizer. The rack features seven dividers that are adjustable, so you can even make room for that bulky muffin tin. Speaking of dividers, they’re constructed to be ultra-sturdy and warp-resistant, so you don’t have to worry about items wobbling or leaning over.

• Available sizes: 3

Boasting a stellar 4.7-star overall rating on Amazon, this three-pack of cutting boards is a great buy. The nonslip edges keep them planted on your counter, and the grooves around the perimeter keep juicy messes contained. Made from BPA-free, dishwasher-safe plastic, these sturdy boards are nonporous, so they won’t hold on to odors and stains.

You don’t have to wire the deck or yard for lighting in order to grill after the sun goes down. Stick one — or both — of these grill lights magnetically to the grill or your work area, bend the gooseneck to aim the light where you want it, and enjoy the bright light of nine high-density bulbs. They run on batteries, are weather resistant, and come with a handy carrying case.

That time you spend watering the garden can be much more productive if you outsource the task to this rotation sprinkler. Hook up the hose, set the rotating arms and nozzles to hit the areas you want to water, and do something else while it works. The base is weighted so it won’t flip over. You can even connect several of them together to water a larger area.

Got a bulky phone or computer charger jutting out of your wall socket? This slim-profile wall charger is a huge upgrade that not only looks more streamlined, but can also fit neatly behind furniture and appliances. Best of all, the dual ports actually give you more plug-in space, so you can power up two devices simultaneously.

• Available colors: 4

Cleaning bird and spider droppings from your deck and other outdoor places is surprisingly difficult with traditional methods, but super easy with this spider and bird stain remover. Just spray it on and the mess will dissolve so you can easily wash it away with the hose. “This stuff is awesome,” said one reviewer. “It just melted away the stubborn black spider droppings I have been battling for the last two years.”

You could pay someone to clean your clogged dryer vent out but with this dryer vent cleaner kit, it’s super easy to do yourself. Just attach it to a power drill and feed the 40-foot long brush into the vents. “I could not BELIEVE how much lint came out of my vent,” said one reviewer. “I have a 25-foot-long dryer vent and this little thing cleaned out an ENTIRE grocery bag worth of lint!”

Use this continuous spray bottle when styling your hair, misting plants, creating your own facial mists, or cleaning — you will wonder, throughout your activity, how one or two pumps of the trigger can produce such a long spray of fine misted water. It also works tremendously from any angle. Choose from 10 color options.

Simplify meal prep by ditching the awkward colander for this pot strainer instead. It requires no such contortions and simply clips to your pot or pan. Tip and pour the water into the sink — no matter what else is in there. It’s flexible to fit all your pans and comes in four sizes.

If you struggle to get a steak to the perfect medium rare, you need an accurate and easy-to-deploy meat thermometer. It’s the only way to know the internal temperature of the meat. It turns on when you flip out the probe, reads the temperature instantly, holds the temperature on the screen at the press of a button, and is waterproof. You’ll always be able to find it because you can stick it magnetically to the fridge or grill.

Create delicious chopped salads right in the bowl by using this Mezzaluna salad chopper. Just fill your bowl with greens, vegetables, and herbs and go at it by rocking the curved blade back and forth. The two blades are spaced just the right distance apart so your ingredients don’t get trapped. It’s also great paired with a cutting board to chop herbs and nuts.

Cleaning your car, keyboard, or other intricate places using this cleaning gel, is like playing with goo. Except this stuff smells like lavender, your car is clean when you are done, and it doesn't stick to your hands. “It smells great, brings back memories of playing with silly putty and such, but is really just as simple as rolling over a surface,” said one reviewer. “Just pull off a blob, roll it over whatever you need to clean, and then throw it out once it's gross.”

If you are packing for a camping trip anytime soon, you need this solar power bank in your bag. Set it in the sun to power it up and it will light your way with the two bright flashlights, wirelessly power your phone, and keep you headed north (or south, west, or east). There is even a carabiner to attach it to your pack for on-the-go solar recharging.

Is there any kitchen that couldn’t benefit from a little more counter space? This over-the-sink dish drying rack gives it to you on the cheap, providing a spot to drip dry glasses, utensils, and even freshly washed produce. Just as good, it doubles as a trivet, so you can place hot pots and pans on it. You don’t have to sacrifice cabinet space for this clever invention either — it rolls up for compact storage.

You’ll be pulling out this heat-resistant mat more often than you might think. First, it’s designed to withstand temperatures up to 480 degrees Fahrenheit, so it’s perfect for hot pots and pans as well as styling tools. Then, it’s great for drying dishes since the ridges promote airflow and the raised edges keep water from pooling onto the counter. Last but not least, you can use it while making small repairs — it’ll protect delicate surfaces from tools and hardware.

• Available sizes: 3

Hate sitting up and rummaging around on your bedside table to find the time? This digital alarm clock will project the time onto the ceiling, so all you need to do is crack your eyelids open enough to look up. You can adjust where the projection lands by turning the lens. Plus, it has two alarms that will sound for an hour, gradually getting louder, so you don’t oversleep. Choose from blue or red projection colors.

The simplicity of this mini ceramic toothbrush holder brings elegant minimalism to your bathroom. Just stick the end of your razor, toothbrush, or makeup brush into it and that item will stand tall and air dry. It works for pens and other similarly shaped items, too. It comes in sets of two in your choice of nine colors.

Turn any sandwich into a sealed snack with this sandwich cutter and sealer. There are three shapes — round, square, and triangle. Choose the shape you want your sandwich to be and use the cutter to create it from your stacked bread and filling. Then use the sealer to press the edges together. “No boring [sandwiches] in this household,” said one reviewer.

When flies invade, pull out this mini bug zapper and go hunting. It turns fly swatting into a sport, giving you all the advantages. The net is loaded with a 4,000-volt grid to take the pests down with every swat. The best part? No batteries are required! Instead, plug the zapper in using the included USB cable for a quick charge.

Your mornings just got better with this cold brew coffee maker. Just fill the inner sleeve with grounds, add water, and put it in the fridge. In the morning, your brew will be ready to pour right from the carafe to your ice-filled glass. It makes 37 ounces so you will have plenty. Just put the lid back on and keep it in the fridge for tomorrow.

Never miss an important package or food delivery again when you have this wireless doorbell that boasts a 1,000-foot range. It doesn’t require Bluetooth or internet to work, and you can install the bell with the included adhesive and screws, then plug the receiver in wherever you want it. It’s customizable, too — choose from four volume setting and 50 chime sounds.

This clever toastie press turns your toaster into a sandwich machine. Assemble your bread, cheese, and meat into the press and close it, firmly locking it closed with the handles. Then, drop it into your toaster. When the toaster pops, grab those heat-resistant handles to get your snack out and enjoy a pressed and toasted sandwich without messing up the kitchen.

Take a few seconds to label the plugs to all your gear. It makes your life so much easier later. When you want to unplug the router, you won’t accidentally unplug all the lights. This pack of 36 cable labels makes the task easy. You can write on them with any pen and they grip with reusable hook-and-loop closures so you don’t have to fight with adhesives.

If you fight bedtime, why not make the bedroom the most relaxing and cool space in the house with this starry sky projector? It transforms the ceiling into a starry sky. Using the remote, you can change the settings to display planets, a happy birthday message, a sea world, or a message of love. It has four brightness levels and is rechargeable so you can put it anywhere.

Forget about plumbers or drain clog removers — this shower hair catcher helps prevent any problems before they start. The ShowerShroom fits right inside the drain, where hair strands wrap around the interior cylinder — remove it periodically to clear it off. Plus, both pieces are perforated, so water will continue to flow freely (i.e., no standing in a puddle why you shower).

Hummus, artichoke dip, guacamole, salad dressing to go with your chopped salad — you don’t want a full-size container for these items. These 5-ounce food storage containers, though, are just right. They’re made from durable glass, which resists both stains and odors, and topped with airtight, leakproof seals. They can go in the microwave when you want to heat up that aforementioned artichoke dip, then the dishwasher when it’s time to clean up.

These cord holder strips solve one of life’s pervasive and irritating hassles easily and cleverly. Stick one to the back of your toaster, kettle, mixer, or any appliance you unplug and store — or use it to manage the cords in your entertainment system or on your desk. The clam shape opens easily when you need the cord but holds it firmly out of the way the rest of the time. This is a pack of 18.

Prefer a minimalist decor vibe to fluff? This faux suede bath might be right up your alley. The mat doesn’t draw attention to itself, and won’t shed or show dirt like chenille rugs. Still, it’s soft underfoot, mega-absorbent, and dries in record time — no signs of dampness within just a few minutes. Choose from understated shades like black, sage green, and navy.

• Available sizes: 7
• Available colors: 9

If your mattress is too hard, consider creating a layered system with this two-inch memory foam topper before investing in a new mattress. It offers just enough softness at the surface to create a gentle landing without giving up the back support you get from the harder surface below. It conforms to your shape and is gel-infused to keep you cool. “This bed topper has been a godsend,” said one reviewer. “The pain [...] in my shoulders and back [...] has almost completely disappeared and I definitely wake feeling much more rested and comfortable.”