The weirdest, most genius things under $30 that are best-sellers on Amazon

These clever toothpaste caps act as both lids and dispensing help, all at once. Simply stretch a silicone cap over the neck of an opened container of toothpaste and then just squeeze to apply the paste to your brush. The narrow opening of the cap allows for more precise application and also seals up after use to keep your toothpaste fresh and prevent drips.

• Available colors: 2

Keep your personal tech items safe and out of the way with this Apple Watch charger stand. It has a cable cutout on the bottom to secure a charger of your choice while keeping your watch elevated and scratch free as it powers up, thanks to the soft silicone construction. And due to its compact size, it won’t feel obtrusive on your desk or nightstand.

• Available colors: 4

There’s no need to spend money replacing your screens when this window screen repair kit makes the job easy and cheap. It’s made from durable fiberglass in a mesh pattern that mimics your existing screen, allowing you to simply cut it to size and adhere it to damaged or torn areas. It can even stand up to temperature fluctuations, too.

• Available colors: 2

These solar garden lights are a simple way to upgrade your yard with a stylish touch while adding extra nighttime visibility. Each unit features eight bulbs attached to stems that sway in the wind for an enchanting effect that evokes fireflies. Not only are they waterproof, but since they run on solar power, they’re easy on your wallet, too.

This incredibly affordable drill power scrubber kit turns your existing power drill into a super efficient rotating scrubber. The kit comes with a range of nylon brush attachments including two flat brushes, a rounded brush, and two tiny detail brushes. Just use the bit attachment to secure them in place and you’re all set to tackle tough cleaning projects.

• Available colors: 5

Why settle for a boring lamp or night-light when you could have this unique cherry blossom lamp instead? It’s “blooming” with LED bulbs complete with petal-like detailing all attached to a realistic-looking miniature trunk and a square base. It’s powered by a convenient button for easy controlling, too.

• Available colors: 2

Kitchen countertops are premium real estate, which is exactly why this under-cabinet banana hook is so genius. It’s made from powder-coated metal and installs in seconds with a strong adhesive tape, so you won’t need to drill any holes into your shelves or cabinetry to set it up. Simply loop the stems of your produce over the hook and you’ve got extra storage with zero countertop footprint — and your bananas will be less likely to bruise, too.

• Available colors: 5

This cleverly designed shower mat has so many practical features — and it comes in lots of cool designs, too. Its nonslip backing ensures it’ll feel sturdy on your tile, while the loofah-like texture helps to give your feet a good scrub. And because it has an open weave, it won’t obstruct the flow of water, even though it covers the drain.

• Available colors: 17

Infuse some character and personality into your home by opting for items like these bear hands oven mitts. They feature a soft inner lining with reinforced, heat-resistant claws and paw pads. They’re highly rated, too, with nearly 5,000 reviewers weighing in to give them an impressive 4.7-star overall rating.

• Available colors: 2

All you have to do is slip these sheepskin covers over your seat belts and get ready for a more relaxing car ride. These covers have a nonslip backing and secure in place with a hook-and-loop closure that’s easy to adjust. And because they’re made from real wool and sheepskin, they’re breathable and soft to the touch, too.

• Available colors: 11

Whether you use this sprinkled donut pillow on a chair as a seat cushion or on a couch as a decor accent, it’s a colorful and fun addition to any space. It’s made from soft microfiber with a cotton fill and features a lifelike sprinkle casing. If sprinkles aren’t your thing, it also comes available in a drizzled icing design.

• Available colors: 4

These sneaker socks are a fun twist on footwear, thanks to the realistic details like shoelaces and grommets. They’re made from cotton with a hint of stretch for a comfortable, breathable fit. And since each pack comes with five different colorways, you’ll have an option to match a wide range of outfits.

Embrace the unexpected in the kitchen with these cherry measuring spoons. The spoons have fruit-shaped scoops attached to bright green stems, and the set includes sizes ranging from a tablespoon all the way down to a half teaspoon. As a bonus, the set even comes with a leaf-shaped egg separator for dividing yolks from whites.

For an elevated look with a touch character, this tissue box cover is an excellent choice. It has a geometric shape that resembles a house, complete with a chimney through which to feed the tissues. Setup couldn’t be easier, either: Just place the cover over a standard box of tissues and you’re ready to go.

This cryo ball massage roller can be a handy tool when it comes to helping soothe sore muscles, whether you use it after exercise or after sitting at a desk all day. All you have to do is pop it in the freezer for a chilled massage, then work the rounded edge into the affected muscle group. As one Amazon user raved, “Bought this to try and find home remedies that I can incorporate into my every day life to help curb chiropractor visits as those are expensive. This gadget targets specific deep muscles and the ice therapy helps soothe nerve pain. So good I bought a second one for my grandparents!”

Spotting your pup from far away just got a whole lot easier thanks to this LED dog collar. The individual bulbs glow brightly for visibility up to 1,000 feet away and the whole collar recharges quickly via micro-USB cable. And since it’s waterproof, it’s even safe to use in inclement weather, too.

• Available colors: 11

These suction cup holders are the perfect marriage of fun and functional. Each one features a human-like figurine made from malleable plastic so that you can adjust the width of the arms depending upon what you’d like to store. They’re great for holding razors, toothbrushes, loofahs, and more, and stick to glass, tile, and other surfaces without causing damage.

These succulent candles are so realistic looking, and they add such an unexpected decor touch to any table setup. They’re made from paraffin wax and feature tiny details like spines and fronds with a dark brown base that evokes the look of soil. Each tiny tea light comes in a metal tin.

If you’ve got a million excuses to avoid dusting around your home, this dust cleaning tool is here to put an end to all of them. The tool consists of a paddle-shaped panel with a flat design that can slip and bend into tricky spots underneath appliances and more. The whole thing comes with a washable microfiber cover, so you can keep reusing it again and again.

Make your bed so cozy that you’ll never want to leave with this velvet fitted sheet. It measures 15 inches deep, ensuring it will fit a range of mattress depths, and secures in place with a sturdy elastic hem. And despite the plush, rich feel of the velvet fabric, it’s still still safe to launder in the washing machine.

• Available colors: 14

Keep your lips soft and smooth while embracing a menacing vibe with this set of skull lip balms. Using ingredients like coconut oil and vitamin E, the balms glide on smoothly for moisturized lips that won’t feel greasy. Even more impressively, they’ve earned a stellar 4.7-star overall rating after over 3,000 Amazon users weighed in.

Whether you’re a seasoned home cook or an amateur kitchen dabbler, this herb stripper is a super useful tool. It comes with a range of hole sizes for stripping the leaves off both large produce like kale and collared greens as well as small herbs like thyme and rosemary. As a bonus, the pointed edge of the stripper also works for rough chopping your items.

After a romp in the park, this portable dog paw washer is the perfect thing to prevent pups from tracking dirt into the house. Just add water to the cup and screw on the lid, taking care to dip each paw into the cup. The textured silicone bristles on the lid will help to clear away dirt and debris to leave a clean paw behind.

• Available colors: 8

If you’re constantly throwing away fruits and veggies before you have time to eat them, these produce savers can extend their life and save you money. These absorbent packets sit inside an apple-shaped holder and help to wick away ethylene gas which can cause food spoilage. Better yet, each packet can last for an impressive three months.

Instead of wiping dirty hands all over your soap container’s pump, make the switch to this automatic foaming soap dispenser. It senses your hands when waved near the dispenser and doles out a pre-measured amount of foamy soap in less than a second. It even comes equipped with a wall mount, so it won’t take up precious counter space.

This neck and shoulder relaxer is a low-effort item that can yield big results. All you have to do is rest your neck in the cradle of the foam rest and gravity will help relax tight, tense muscles. As Amazon user Val McCarthy wrote, “I often struggle with neck pain and tension, especially after long days at work, and this device has provided noticeable relief. It’s easy to use—just lay down and rest your head on it, and it gently stretches and supports your neck. After just a few minutes, I can feel the tension easing up.”

• Available colors: 5

Staying hydrated can be hard work, which is why this gallon water bottle aims to simplify the process. It’s designed with tons of smart features, like a built-in handle and two lids: one for sipping and one for gulping. Along the side, there’s even a helpful timeline to keep you on track with how much water to drink throughout the day.

• Available colors: 11

Forget the boiling pot of water, because this microwave pasta maker makes cooking up a bowl of comforting spaghetti much easier. All you have to do is measure out your pasta with the convenient sizing lid, add water, and microwave it. When it’s done cooking, the lid doubles as a strainer, thanks to the built-in steam vents.

If the light from an alarm clock or internet router keeps you awake at night, these light-blocking stickers are an easy solution. The set of stickers comes with a variety of sizes and shapes as well as a large panel you can cut into custom sizes. All you have to do is stick it on top of the display to dim the brightness to a level that’s still readable, but not disruptive.

Simple yet effective designs can go a long way toward overall convenience, and this over-sink strainer proves it. It features a stainless steel mesh straining basket with an adjustable frame that can expand from 14 to 21 inches in order to sit over a variety of sink widths. The rubber grips on the frame keep it firmly in place, too.

Ensure your sink is tidy and dry all at once with this cutlery organizer in the shape of an elephant. It features a wide opening for loading your items and a trunk that operates as a drain, allowing runoff to flow straight into the sink as your utensils dry after washing. It’s even rust resistant, too.

• Available colors: 2

Instead of moving your laundry from the washer to the dryer fistful by fistful, load it all onto this collapsible laundry basket and transfer it all at once. It’s also great for bringing clean, dry items elsewhere to fold, thanks to the flexible frame and easy-to-grip handles. It even collapses into the included pouch for easy storage.

Turn an afternoon cup of tea into a whole occasion with this tulip tea infuser. Not only does it lift the mood with its colorful petals and stem, but it brews a balanced cup of tea every time thanks to its perforated base. Just add loose tea of your choosing, cover it with the lid, and place it in hot water to steep.

For a truly relaxing soak, turn to this bathtub overflow drain cover. It comes in a range of shapes — from octopi to rubber ducks — and secures over the overflow drain via suction cups. Once in place, this little silicone companion allows you to fill your tub a few inches higher for more water coverage as you bathe.

• Available colors: 5

Dry and cracked skin is no match for this exfoliating foot repair cream that’s formulated without any irritating fragrances. It uses lactic acid to exfoliate away dead skin, leaving softer feet behind without any greasy residue. It’s beloved by Amazon reviewers, too, nearly 9,000 of whom weighed in to give it an excellent 4.6-star overall rating.

Get built-up frost and ice off your windshield in a flash with this windshield ice scraper. It’s made with patented technology that flexes to hug the curve of your windshield for quick and easy scraping, while the brass alloy blade clears ice without damaging the glass. It has a slip-free, ergonomic handle to help reduce hand strain, too.

Help keep your hands, arms, and wrists protected from accidental bumps and burns in the oven with this four-pack of oven rack shields. Made of BPA-free, food-grade silicone, they slip over the edges of oven racks and can handle temperatures up to 446 degrees Fahrenheit. They’re universally sized to fit all standard ovens and available in three colors.

• Available colors: 3

Almost like having another set of hands (or at least thumbs), this phone holder is designed to securely hold phones and tablets between 4 and 10 inches wide. Available in 16 colors, it’s made from eco-friendly plastic to be flexible and durable, snugly supporting your phone for both vertical and horizontal viewing.

• Available sizes: 2
• Available colors: 16

Give your plants a chance to thrive with this four-pack of plant-watering globes. Made of hand-blown glass and available in four different colors, they do the watering for you for up to 10 days. Just fill them, flip them upside down, and press them into the soil for automatic hydration on a timed release.

• Available colors: 4

Tackle those tough-to-reach places in your bathroom and shower area with this extendable tub and tile scrubber by leading cleaning brand OXO Good Grips. Made with an antimicrobial, abrasive scrubbing head, it easily reaches both high-up and low places, even tackling corners with its angled head. It has a lightweight, nonslip steel pole that expands from 26 inches all the way to 42 inches.

Maneuvering a hefty water jug so that it sits atop a cooler is complicated, so put this desktop water dispenser to work instead. The rechargeable gadget has a tube that slips into the neck of the bottle (which you can place on the floor), then automatically dispenses water into your glass when placed on the platform. It works with water jugs ranging from 1 gallon to 6 gallons.

Make common cuts and scrapes a little more tolerable by covering them with these bandages that come in all kinds of food-inspired options. You can choose from realistic-looking sushi, bananas, pickles, donuts, and so much more. Providing lots of coverage, the bandages are latex free with a gentle, nonstick adhesive.

Slicing onions isn’t the most fun meal prep activity, but this onion holder makes it a lot easier — while keeping the stench off your hands, too. It features 10 stainless steel prongs that are evenly spaced, enabling you to make uniform cuts. You can also use it on tomatoes, meat, potatoes, and more.

Give your home decor a fun, personalized upgrade with this electronic word clock from Sharper Image. Designed with a sleek square shape and light-up letters, it powers up via USB and spells out the time in words for a fun twist on time telling. Use it on your wall, desk, or nightstand.

Give your kitchen or pantry a space-saving upgrade with these adjustable storage organizer racks. They easily adjust, expanding up to 20 inches wide by 12 inches high to suit your cabinet or pantry perfectly, and can be stacked to easily double your storage space, too. Say goodbye to fumbling, falling cans and embrace clear, easy organization.

Swap out one-use dryer sheets for this two-pack of innovative dryer balls that combat static cling while softening fabrics and speeding up drying time, too. The eco-friendly balls are reusable and shaped like cacti with smiley faces to add a bit of playful fun to your laundry routine. Just throw them in the dryer with a load and voilà.

Keep your laundry area tidy and spill free, thanks to this laundry soap station complete with a drip catcher. It’s designed with a convenient downward-sloping tray that allows for easy pouring of liquid detergents from heavy jugs, without tilting or lifting. Plus, it has a security strap and rubber feet on the bottom to ensure nonslip stability.

• Available colors: 12

Make cooking a bit less messy thanks to this spoon rest designed to look like a massive ketchup explosion. It’s made from 100% heat-resistant and flexible silicone that securely hugs your countertop when it’s placed down. It serves as an ideal resting spot for cooking spoons and ladles, while keeping your counters free from spills and splatters.

While it looks straight out of the ‘50, this butter dish is packed with modern design upgrades that make cooking and spreading so much easier. It has an extended base to keep butter rings off the table, plus a scraping edge and a ramp for removing pats of butter. The innovative magnetic lid keeps the knife right on top of the lid, so you never have to search for it. Not to mention, it’s BPA free and dishwasher safe.

• Available colors: 7

For on-demand illumination when you need it, this battery-operated lamp is both foldable and portable, so you can take it on the go or tuck it away in your desk drawer. Lasting up to 300 hours on a single charge, it’s available in three colors and even has a memory function that recalls the last brightness setting (there are nine to choose from).

• Available colors: 3

Avocados have this funny way of turning brown in what feels like a matter of seconds, which is why this freshness pod is pretty genius. It creates an airtight seal around your avocado half to lock in freshness and prevent browning. It’s also smush proof, dishwasher safe, and has a clear top, so you can check the status of the contents any time.

• Available colors: 5

If you like crunch with every bite, you can keep your milk and cereal separate with this anti-soggy cereal bowl. Divided in the center to keep milk on one side and cereal on the other, it lets you customize the amount of milk in every spoonful, so you don’t oversaturate the goods. Plus, it’s dishwasher safe and microwavable. Try it with chips and dip and other snacks you like to keep separate, too.

• Available colors: 6

Make every step of the pizza-making process fun by finishing it off with this bicycle pizza cutter. Outfitted with a seat and handlebars, this slicer features sharp stainless steel blades — and they’re nonstick, so they won’t take all the cheese and toppings with them. This clever tool has earned a 4.6-star overall rating on Amazon.

Keep your couch protected from your four-legged feline friends with these cat scratch shields. The flexible shields are designed to be placed right over your couch, where they offer protection — plus the slippery surface will discourage your pet from clawing. It stays secure thanks to the included adhesive and screw pins and the smooth material won’t attract lint or hair.

Make your dishwashing routine easier and more organized with this innovative sink caddy. Designed to rest atop the side of your sink, it combines a liquid soap pump plus sanitary sponge holder for a compact cleaning solution. It’s refillable, easy to use, and keeps your dishwashing products together and within reach at all times.

• Available colors: 2

Keep your fresh laundry looking crisp and neat thanks to this innovative folding board. Durable enough for up to 50,000 uses, it helps you precisely fold a variety of garments from dresses to sweaters, towels, bedding, and more. It folds up thin and flat for easy storage when not in use and accommodates all sizes of clothing, too.

• Available colors: 2

If you prefer a bit of cushioning under your wrist while you work, give this mouse pad with gel padding a try. The cushion helps cradle your wrist for soft support, while the irregular shape of the mouse pad is designed to mimic common mouse movements. It’s available in 29 colors and is even backed by a satisfaction guarantee.

• Available colors: 29

Never sip a lukewarm beer again, thanks to this freezable pint glass. The cooling gel is encapsulated within the plastic walls, and the glass just needs two hours in the freezer before you pour in your favorite brew and enjoy it perfectly chilled. Plus, it’s BPA free and has a silicone band for more comfortable holding while you drink.

• Available colors: 8

Now you can let your cat scratch to their heart’s content as long as they do it inside this heavy-duty cat scratcher box. Designed with a feline-favorite material — heavy-duty cardboard — it also doubles as a hiding and hangout space for your furry friend. It has lowered edges for easy entry and measures in at 16 inches wide and 13 inches high.

• Available colors: 5

Say goodbye to loose change that goes unaccounted for, thanks to this digital piggy bank. The top features a counting mechanism complete with an LCD screen to display the total amount of the contents, while the clear plastic base can hold between 800 and 1,000 coins. If needed, you can also manually adjust the total on the screen, too.

• Available sizes: 3