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We hope you love our recommendations! While every product is independently chosen by our editors, BuzzFeed and our publishing partners may collect a share of sales or other compensation from the links on this page. You can read more about how our affiliate partnerships work in our Editorial Standards & Ethics Guide. Because nothing feels better than knocking out 12 tasks in one go. If your place looks fine at a glance but your brain keeps a running list of everything that needs doing, this post is for you. Ahead, we've compiled a selection of carpet cleaners, spin scrubbers, drain cleaner standbys, dusters, and mops that tackle the annoying tasks quickly, so you can actually move on. Because nothing feels better than knocking out 12 “I’ll do it later” chores in one go. Promising review: "Amazed! In the middle of the night, my child threw up spaghetti — noodles, sauce, the whole deal — right on the carpet. I picked up what I could, but didn’t want to wake the entire house by running the cleaner. SEVEN HOURS later, I finally pulled out the Bissell, not expecting miracles… but WOW. It cleaned the carpet as if the mess had never happened. I’m still in shock. Oh, and she also threw up on a giant Squishhmallow (yes, that massive plush toy), and the Bissell cleaned that too — like magic. This is hands down the best cleaning tool I’ve ever used. Total game changer!" —Stephanie Get it from Amazon for $88.99+ (available in three colors and mini or regular size). Promising review: "I have a golden retriever, and the shedding is out of control. My fabric sofa is constantly covered in hair, and I finally decided to try this after reading an article about popular TikTok products. The reviews do not lie, this thing works magic!! I wish I had taken a before-and-after picture because the difference is noticeable. I watched the video tutorial before I tried it to ensure I was using it properly, and everything he says is true; you do really have to put your arm to work with vigorous back-and-forth movement! However, I find it's a great arm workout and it works wonders." —Joanne Ertel Get it from Amazon for $24.99 (available in three colors). Promising review: "I cannot say enough about this pumice toilet bowl cleaner! I’ve battled stubborn hard water stains in my toilet bowl for years, scrubbing with brushes, using every cleaner on the shelf, and even trying vinegar and baking soda tricks. Nothing worked. This pumice cleaner was a total game-changer. It removed years of built-up stains in just a few minutes with very little effort. The pumice didn’t scratch the porcelain at all, but it cut through the mineral deposits like magic. My toilet bowl looks brand new again, something I honestly thought was impossible." —peggy mosley Get it on Amazon for $13.99+ (available in packs of one, two, and four). The microfiber dusting head is completely removable and machine-washable. Promising review: "This sucker is LOOOONG. It's also short when you need it to be. But its length is one of its greatest assets, being able to reach even those ceiling beams you couldn't reach before. Finally reach the tops of picture frames that are hanging in awkwardly high places. Clean off the poles that extend the drop of the ceiling fans. Dust the corner speakers mounted on the ceiling. This is what I did in no time at all with this duster, and despite nearly two years of web buildup in some high places, I got the whole job done in just a few minutes. Seriously, you can wipe down all the webs that have been built — all without standing directly beneath the duster! The extra length also means no unexpected guests are going to drop down your shirt while you're evicting them. And I'm perfectly okay with that." —M. C. Payette Get it from Amazon for $11.99 (also available in a two-pack and a version with extra attachments). And here's what BuzzFeeder/The Pink Stuff fan Heather Braga has to say: "After hearing what incredible things The Pink Stuff can do, I finally ordered it and tried it for myself. Honestly, wow! It really does work wonders. I tried it first on my Le Creuset cast-iron pan and was really amazed at how just one pass with The Pink Stuff (and a scouring brush) took off almost every stain! I can't wait to try it on literally everything in my home that needs a deep cleaning." Promising review: "This stuff is absolutely wild. I had been trying to clean my shower/tub forever, because it had a thick layer of caked-on calcium deposits from years of hard water buildup. Last year, I manually scraped every inch of my shower with a razor blade and removed 90% of the film, but there were spots I couldn't reach with the blade and some residual discoloration on the plastic from the previous buildup. I tried my best to remove the rest, but NOTHING worked to polish the shower up, so I just gave up and figured I'd have to live with the permanent staining. Then I found this little bucket of magic. It literally cleaned and polished the shower so well that, if I didn't know any better, I'd assume I had just had a brand-new shower installed. Absolutely bonkers. Honestly, just buy it." —Mike Harrington Promising review: "This floor cleaner is magic. No streaks, and my floors look so good and shiny and clean! I detest mopping, but the end result is worth it!! Don’t hesitate." —Dean Promising review: "I love how easy these are to use! Once a month, drop this tablet in and let it work its magic. No more stinky water or clothes. Makes everything smell clean!" —ShoeLover Get it from Amazon for $11.24+ (available in packs of five, six, or 12). The heavy-duty formula — from small biz Cerama Bryte — works on glass, ceramic, induction, radiant, and halogen stovetops. Promising review: "The Only way to properly clean a glass cooktop stove and not leave streaks or marks behind. When I first got my new stove, my hard water left marks all over. I tried everything I could think of and even searched the Internet. I was terrified my brand-new stove was ruined. Nothing worked, and then I found this product, and it works like magic. Easy to use. Doesn't take up a lot of storage space. And leaves your stove top looking like it's brand new again. So glad I found this product. Highly recommend." —Lisa Promising review: "AMAZING! Seriously, amazing. I live in southern NM, and we've had massive dust storms for several weeks now. This cleans like magic. Wet it, squeeze it out, sweep it across the baseboards and other places where a lot of dust has accumulated. Like magic! This tool can make your job very quick." —Cherie M. Mcginn Get it from Amazon for $7.99+ (available in packs of two, four, and eight and in five colors). Check out a TikTok of the foaming pink drain cleaner in action. Promising review: "I’ll admit, I was pretty skeptical when I first bought this product. After months of battling with a stubborn sink that just wouldn’t drain, I had tried everything — and I mean everything — short of calling a plumber. I decided to give Yugou a shot as my last-ditch 'Hail Mary,' and I’m so glad I did! Not only was it incredibly easy to use, but it also worked effectively. I couldn’t believe it. The sink is now flowing and draining better than it ever has before, and dare I say... it was even kind of fun to use! Bonus: It has a lovely, fresh scent that leaves the bathroom smelling great. I’ll definitely be buying more of this magic in a bottle once I’ve finished this review, as it’s also perfect for preventative maintenance. Highly recommend!" —Janet Anders Promising review: "I love WD-40 products and use them for everything. I spray on shovels to keep dirt or snow from sticking, spray around windows and thresholds to deter bugs, clean Sharpies off wood and walls, and, of course, stop squeaky doors. These small, direct-point application pens are great. Keep one in the glove box, my kitchen 'junk' drawer, and the house toolbox." —BBP623 Get a three-pack from Amazon for $12.49. Promising review: "Honestly, I never thought I’d get excited about dish soap. A friend recommended it, and now I can’t imagine going back to regular dish soap. I’ve used it on greasy pans, plates with dried food, even my air fryer basket, and it works like magic every time. Tip: sign up for the subscription — I use it daily and never want to run out." —Valeria And BuzzFeed Shopping editor Elizabeth Lilly says: "I live in an apartment without a dishwasher, and I honestly use that as an excuse to order takeout food instead of cooking. But, as soon as I got my hands on a bottle of this stuff (regular Dawn is my go-to dish soap, BTW), I put it to use on both a saucepan I used to make homemade enchilada sauce *and* the casserole dish I baked those enchiladas, which had a ton of caked-on food from sitting overnight. It really does work like I say it does! Like, scary well." Get it from Amazon for $4.94 (also available in multipacks and an apple scent!). Promising review: "These touch-up pens are super! And the ladies at SlobProof are so sweet and helpful if you need something! I love using these to touch up dings/scrapes here and there that come with living life in a rental. My recommendation is to twist the bottom slowly — a little twist goes a long way!" —New Mom Get a two-pack from Amazon for $14.99 (also available in a five-pack). Snug Plugs is a small business that specializes in home improvement products. Promising review: "These are SUCH a game-changer. We rent, so I can't do much about the loose outlets around the house. These have made several outlets usable again!" —Minerva G. Get a pack of 10 from Amazon for $10.99 (also available in glow in the dark). PS: This also works great on *human* hair. Check out BuzzFeeder Emma Lord's full review! Promising review: "Do not hesitate if you have a pet that sheds! My border collie/kelpie mix deposits hair liberally and everywhere. This magic device worked effortlessly and quickly on my hard floors. Rugs? I'm proud yet embarrassed to say they changed to their original color after using this baby. But the showstopper is the way this made cleaning my carpeted stairs satisfying and, dare I say it, kinda fun. Win/win all around! The adjustable length of the pole made for a non-back-straining stair-cleaning experience. And, yes, the stair carpet is also now back to its boring contractor-grade beige, but at least I can look at it without cringing over pet hair. On the fence? Just try it! I think you'll be quite pleased and wish you'd invented this contraption because you'd be rolling in the moolah by now with your patent approval!" —Valerie Get it from Amazon for $15.99+ (available in eight configurations). Fellow BuzzFeed Shopping editor Heather Braga is a huge fan of this spray: "My 1-year-old is a big ice pop fan, so I've got a long life ahead of me to be filled with stain removal. I held her while she sucked down a red ice pop on a 90-degree day, and naturally, it dripped all over my white tank top (note to self: stop wearing white around these kids). I was actually kind of excited because it meant I got to put my newly purchased bottle of Miss Mouth's Messy Eater Stain Treater Spray to the test! I followed the directions on the bottle that said to dampen the stained area, spray it with the stain remover, then pop it into the washing machine as usual. What do ya know — it really worked! Completely cleared away all the red stains! Not sure what witchcraft has been used to make this product, but I'm here for it." Promising review: "THIS IS MAGIC! It’s not like the commercials or ads you see, where you spray it, and it instantly disappears, but it does work that way. It removed the red spicy ramen stains from a shirt that had already been washed. When I washed the shirt, the stain was still there, and it was a white shirt. Now the shirt is like new. I have also used it on multiple types of fabrics and with various colors; it doesn’t cause fading or discoloration. It removes the stain, even if you don’t see it in the beginning. Once you wash it, it’s gone. It works on food and pet stains. Will be purchasing more. If you have kids, buy this! They also sell travel ones that work amazingly, too! There is no smell like a laundry scent or chemical scent." —Hailey Get it from Amazon for $7.97+ (available in three sizes and multipacks). Promising review: "This is perfect for getting YEARS of soap scum off of your tub! The tool that gets in the corner is a lifesaver. I used Dawn Powerwash and let it soak for a few minutes, and it came off like magic! It took some extra spins because it’s been about two years since it started collecting the scum. Tried scrubbing with various brushes, and if I had known about this tool earlier, I could have saved some arm pain for sure!" —Amazon Customer Each pouch of lemon-scented formula gets you four uses. Dump a pack into your disposal (while off at first!), run the water just a bit, and then start it and watch as the blue foam gets to work eliminating odors and loosening up nasties that have been caught down there for who knows how long. Promising review: "These are amazing! I was skeptical at first, but I followed the directions (which are super easy) and was grossed out and satisfied at the same time to see the gunk that was removed. You put the entire packet down your disposal (I read that twice, too) and magic happens in under two minutes! That is what I call powerful and successful cleaning! The scent is super clean and light with a hint of lemon. These will definitely be a cleaning staple for me." —KPITT Get a pack of two (eight uses) from Amazon for $12.49. Promising review: "I honestly can’t believe I waited so long to get the O-Cedar Mop and Bucket System! This system is not only efficient but also makes mopping bearable. The built-in wringer pedal is, hands down, one of my favorite features. It allows you to control exactly how much moisture is left on the mop without ever having to touch the yucky, dirty water with your hands. The splash guard also keeps everything neat, with no mess flying out as it spins. The mop head is made from super-absorbent microfiber that picks up dust, dirt, and grime like magic. Whether I’m tackling kitchen spills or just doing a regular deep clean, it leaves my floors sparkling. I also love that the mop head is machine washable, making it reusable and easy to maintain. It’s also lightweight, easy to maneuver, and fits into corners and under furniture effortlessly. The triangular mop head design is genius for getting into tight spaces. And for anyone wondering, yes, the handle is adjustable, so it’s comfortable for people of all heights." —Nathali They can be used wet or dry and on virtually every type of flooring and drywall if desired. Since they can be thrown in the wash, one microfiber pad can replace up to 100 single-use pads. Promising review: "These clean like magic! So much better than the wasteful disposable wipes. Another plus: they clean with just water, so no unpleasant artificial 'cleaning' smell." —Sarah D. Get a set of two from Amazon for $14.99. What's included: Three Scrub Mommy sponges, PowerPaste, Tangerine Clean, and PowErase Gel. Promising review: "It’s really a magic paste, works on many surfaces, especially if you have light-colored surfaces, it will be your ideal everyday product! Took away all stain rings on my quartz countertop !" —Merry Promising review: "It fits great on the blinds that are in my apartment. One less thing to drill and then fix when I move. It holds up great to the blackout curtains. Easy to install and use. Definitely recommend if you need curtains in a rental and can’t or don’t want to drill holes." —Martha Get a set of two from Amazon for $18.95 (also available in brown). Promising review: "This actually works! It works like magic! I was excited, I couldn’t wait five minutes, as suggested, after pouring the liquid. But it still worked like a charm. It’s so therapeutic to see the grout fall apart. 😊" —Srivi Promising review: "I moved to a rental unit where the grout in the kitchen had clearly been mopped with dirty water and left to dry enough times that the beige grout was mostly black and gross. I tried to clean the grout, but my best efforts still left the grout splotchy, and it was hard work. When I tried the grout pen, the difference was absolutely amazing — it looks like new grout, and it takes only one or two coats to restore and recolor the grout completely. I'm going to order a couple more pens and do as much of the floor as I can. What a difference! It now looks like a new floor. Love it." —Minnmac Get it from Amazon for $8.99+ (available with narrow or wide tip). The kit comes with one Baseboard Buddy and three reusable pads, which can be used wet or dry. Promising review: "This fulfills my cleanliness obsession! It’s a great tool that actually works! No more cleaning baseboards on your hands and knees. My best advice is to spray the pad with wood cleaner, and it works like magic. Also, the pad holds up well after washing." —Aubrey Here's what BuzzFeeder Jenae Sitzes has to say: "When it comes to my own experience with Rocco & Roxie, well...let's just say we're no stranger to cat accidents 'round these parts, and I keep this stuff stocked at all times. Between my younger one's hairballs and my older one's vomiting, I've accidentally stepped in piles of yuck more times than I care to count, and this bottle is what I reach for, whether the mess is on my hardwood floor or carpet. It always lifts the stain, without any detectable odor left behind." Promising review: "I don’t know how I ever survived without this. There are tons of 'pet stain/odor remover' products out there, but this, by far, is the absolute best. I foster dogs, some puppies, some older, some not housebroken, and every room in my house is carpeted except the kitchen, which means I have lots of accidents. I spray enough to saturate if it’s a lot of urine, let it soak for 10 minutes, then wipe it up with a hand towel. It’s taken out every stain, and, more importantly, the odor is gone! I will never stop buying this product. I recommend it to everyone who has dogs!" —Shelley Get it on Amazon for $23.92+ (available in two sizes and scents). It even has a minty scent, so you don't have to worry about that harsh chemical smell most cleaning products usually emit. Promising review: "I have tried every single thing, including a professional window cleaner, to get my shower door clean. Nothing worked; I tried it all. This worked like there was magic fairy dust in it or something! I used a small, round scrub brush and used circular motions. Let it sit for five minutes and rinse it off. I wish I had taken pictures before! Trust me, it was awful!!! 20 years of water stains, etc., are completely gone. My shower looks brand new! Buy this stuff, you will not be disappointed!!!" —Tracy F. Get it from Amazon for $15.77+ (available in three sizes). Promising review: "According to the instructions, I was supposed to use the whole bottle, but being that it was so big and that I had two toilets to clean, I only used half. I was pleasantly surprised. The toilet tank is from the 1960s, and I doubt it's been cleaned within the last few decades. In the 'after' photo (above), you can see that there is still some rust left over, but large chunks fell off the sides and can be seen on the bottom of the tank." —Nicole Promising review: "Where has THIS been all my life? I have tried for years... literally years... To clean the grout of my bathroom floors, to no avail. Finally, I booked a tile specialist to come in and replace all the grout, which was going to be a messy and expensive job. And then I read a blog post about this product in combination with a product called Grout-Eez, and I tell you it’s simple and works like magic, and the grout in my 10-year-old bathroom tile floors has been restored to as-new condition. I could not possibly recommend this thing more highly." —Mr. helper Promising review: "I bought a sorta white leather sectional for $150, stained and dirty, but no major wear or tears. Well, the pictures tell it all! It took at least three cycles of gentle scrubbing and wiping off raised dirt and a little extra for bad stains! A lot of elbow grease, but holy crap! Super nice couch now!" —iPoutside365 Get it from Amazon for $18.95+ (available in three sizes). Promising review: "WOW!!! This stuff is incredible! I work in an environment that is very dirty, and our office is always covered in a fine layer of dust. But just a few minutes spent mashing this slime into all the cracks and crevices of my keyboard, mouse, phone, etc., and it's all clean as can be! This stuff picks up dirt on contact and leaves behind a clean, no-smell, no-residue surface. I bought a second jar for my vehicle, and it works miracles in there as well. My air vents, shifter, and seats are now spotless. I couldn't be happier with this product." —Jenna75 Get it from Amazon for $6.99+ (available in six colors). Promising review: "I hate cleaning my shower/tub. I want a product that I can spray on about 10 minutes before showering, without needing to scrub or wipe it down, something that will rinse off while I'm in the shower. So it needs to be kind of safe, and I don't want to be scrubbing anything. I don't know what sort of woodland magic is in this stuff, but it is amazing. The tub and glass shower doors are gleaming! It doesn't really remove mold from grout, but that's okay — I have mold/mildew spray for that." —Sueg22 Get it from Amazon for $14.99+ (available in two sizes and also in a pack of two). Useful Products is a US-based small business established in 2007 by car wash owner, electrician, and former bodybuilder Anthony LaPolla that specializes in drill-cleaning brushes and attachments. Each of the different brush colors indicates which tasks the brushes are meant for based on their bristle type, so be sure to check which one is best suited for whatever you need to do! Yellow is the “all-purpose” medium bristle, but some are softer and harder depending on what types of surfaces you’re cleaning (but none of them will scratch)! Promising review: "I had some nasty shower stains that wouldn't come out. The drill brush worked its magic and got them out in a few minutes!" —Amazon Customer Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in six colors). This set includes five microfiber duster sleeves you can wash and reuse, as well as a tiered plastic base. Promising review: "OK, I'll be honest, I ordered this because of the price. After reviewing several other options and having been disappointed with previous dusters I've had, I figured, why spend more money on something that isn't going to work? So I ordered the least expensive option, but WOW does this little tool rock!!!! It's very easy to use and clean. It does a fantastic job of cleaning and dusting the blinds and gets ALL of the crud off of them. My blinds haven't been this clean since the day they were first installed. VERY happy with purchase." —Amazon Shopper Get the six-piece set from Amazon for $6.99. Promising review: "Very easy instructions, just be careful and follow them with accuracy. You don’t want to burn yourself. The setup was quick and took me a few times to get it going. But when I did, it did the job! My stove and bathroom grout stains disappeared like magic!!! I like that there are no chemicals involved, just steam. Wish I had known about this product sooner." —Si Promising review: "I can’t believe how well these work! Much better than I was expecting. I just had my home interior painted and the painters damaged a fiberboard medicine cabinet when they removed the masking tape. It ripped off the fake wood veneer. These markers completely filled in the ugly spots and the colors blended well. I love that it appears to have some clear coat in it too as it dries with a slight shine that makes it look more like wood stain rather than marker. I also used them to stain wood filler in two spots in my maple kitchen cabinets where a previous home owner had hung a paper towel holder and I really struggle to see the hole! It looks fantastic. I highly recommend this set. It’s a good value and works very well." —Shane Promising review: "Since the installation of the new toilet in my apartment, the connection between the base of the toilet and the floor tile looked so unfinished. Finding this caulking tape was a godsend. It made such a difference and was easy to cut and install. The only tool needed is a good pair of scissors, plus make sure the designated area is cleaned." —Melanie Nowlin Get it from Amazon for $9.29+ (available in four options). Promising review: "This stuff is magic! It cleaned out so much awful staining from our vintage Stanley thermos, and coffee tastes amazing again!" —Megan Says Promising review: "This stuff is magic! We've lived in our home for four years now and have never used our jetted tub. One day last week, I decided I needed a nice long soak, and I filled up the tub only to discover the water was rusty and yellow (SICK). I looked up the best way to clean a jetted bathtub, and Oh Yuk came up over and over. Now I know why — this stuff is a miracle worker! We ran it through our tub several times until it was clear. You will not be disappointed, and I'd be shocked if the first words out of your mouth when using this stuff weren't 'OH YUK!'" —Kimmy D Each kit comes with enough clear film to insulate 10 standard windows. To apply it, you first attach the included double-sided tape to your window frame, measure your window and cut the film to size, press it onto the tape, and then shrink it with a blow-dryer so it adheres to your window. Some reviewers say they improved the process by working out bubbles with a credit card as they went. Promising review: "This product kept my apartment warm and toasty last winter! I live in an older (but charming) apartment and the windows are not only large, they're not updated to be efficient. There was draft pretty much on all the windows in the apartment so the heater just keeps kicking in to warm the place. Of course, this means enormous heating bill. Last winter, my husband decided to try this product. We noticed the difference right away on the first night we had it installed! No more drafts and the apartment stayed pretty warm. We noticed a huge drop on our heating bill (almost $50/mo compared to previous year)." —D Dacera Get a pack of five from Amazon for $11.99. The weatherstripping is super easy to apply. Just cut to the length needed (scissors are all you need) and then pop it in whatever gap/window track is giving you a headache. It'll not only help with drafts, but also noise and dust. Promising review: "My family and I just moved into our first apartment and found the front door did not have any hinge stopping the drafts. As soon as we put this up, we noticed a difference. We live in a windy area, and the cold would just come through the door like it was open. 10/10 recommend." —Sugarbare Get it from Amazon for $12.99+ (available in three sizes). Promising review: "OK, so these cleaner pods are awesome! I didn't know how gross our Keurig was until today. The big mason jar on the left is when I actually ran the cleaner through, plus one rinse cycle. The middle one is another rinse cycle, and the last one, on the right, is the last one I did. So yes, I would suggest running two or three rinse cycles instead of the recommended one. But it's still an awesome product for the price! I have a 2.0, and I had no issues." —Mads0421 Get them from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in packs of 6, 12, or 18). Promising review: "I love this product! No more scrubbing the microwave! Just place this Mama in the microwave with vinegar and water and set for 7 minutes! MAGIC!" —Dezzy Get it from Amazon for $6.99+ (available in different styles and packs of one or two). BuzzFeed Shopping is service journalism first: our writers and editors spend all day shopping so you don’t have to, vetting products, fact-checking brand claims, and surfacing what actually helps in real life. We center readers over revenue, recommend products with authenticity (using real experiences, not ad-speak), and reflect our diverse audience, inclusive of a variety of price points, people, and needs. We cut through fake deals, favor useful info over glossy fluff, and recommend both budget and splurge options with context so you can decide what’s right for you — and still have a little fun along the way. Chelsea Stuart is a Market Editor on the BuzzFeed Shopping team who covers a little bit of everything, including home decor, travel, fashion, skincare, and pet products. When she's not working on BF content, she's hanging out with her bonded cats, marathoning reality TV, and making her next travel plans. Reviews in this post have been edited for length and/or clarity.
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