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Unfortunately, you still have 11 months on your lease, so invest in this white-noise machine and privacy sign instead of paying thousands to move out.

Promising review: "Got this initially because I had a roommate who stored rotting food in the fridge and would eat my stuff. Moved out into my own place and now it’s a lovely living room drink fridge! Stays cool, very quiet, beautiful color, and sturdy (it’s survived four moves so very portable). It fits a 12-pack of any canned drink in the main compartment and a six-pack of bottled drinks on the door." —Samantha L.

Get it from Amazon for $118+ (available in seven colors).

Promising review: "Love these! This is the second pair I’ve bought! They run true to size. They are durable. My last pair lasted me two years of constant use. They are fuzzy and soft but are still structured and hold their shape well. I have two dogs and these slippers are great for protecting my socks from dirt and water tracked in the house." —Hope

Get them from Amazon for $13.29+ (available in women's sizes 5–12 and in 11 colors/patterns).

Promising review: "This dry shampoo is a lifesaver for my morning routine. It is super quick to use and incredibly effective in reviving my hair after a workout. It has a really good smell that keeps things fresh without being overwhelming. Perfect for when I need to get out the door fast!" —Claudia

Get it from Amazon for $6.97+ (also available in a two-pack).

Promising review: "I work from home, and if you do too you may also encounter this odd scenario: Merely closing the door to one’s office is not actually a reliable method to let others know you are working. I can’t say enough good things about this sign. It is a far better design and quality than expected at this price point. The sign is a dial style, and really sturdy. The dial even has a click-in-place feature to prevent your status from accidentally moving when the door swings shut. Gone are the days of people thinking you’re available when you’re not! Well, at least you have forewarned them! I am extremely happy with the sign, and can recommend it to anyone who might need a little extra assistance in deterring work interruptions!" —Conscious Consumer

Get it from Amazon for $9.49+ (available in two colors, two sizes, and a two pack).

Promising review: "My whole family is a fan of The Office, so when I was searching for a magnet we could use on our dishwasher, this was the hands-down winner. Does it go with my farmhouse decor? Nope, not at all. But it does get the attention of two teenage boys. Had I gone with something a bit more my decor style, I can guarantee you it would not be as useful. I mean, we all would much rather see Prison Mike staring back at us than suit and tie Michael Scott, right? And there is only one way for that to happen...clean out the dishwasher!" —R. Funk

It comes with four different warm light settings, 25 sound options, five timers, 32 volume levels, and is rechargeable! 

Promising reviews: "I honestly love this sound machine. I love how it will stay on all night long and I can chose for it to be super loud if I want. I live with other roommates and I am a super light sleeper and have insomnia. The noise machine cancels out every single sound from my roommates!!! It’s a match made in heaven!! Would recommend! It has timers if you want it from a selected amount of time too." —Lauren Conley

Get it from Amazon for $17.07+ (available in three colors).

It's sleek and narrow, so it won't take up a ton of space in your room, and it looks surprisingly cool! It comes with a remote control so you can turn it on from your bed, and the LED lights turn off in sleep mode, so you don't need to worry about being disturbed.

Promising review: "I admit I may be writing this review prematurely, but the relief I felt immediately upon turning this on warranted five stars. I have successfully moved into a fanless house in Texas in the summer with roommates that somehow still manage to run cold. Every night has been like sleeping in a Dutch oven. Upon receiving this box I immediately put the pieces together (which was quite easy) and plugged it in. The fan is fabulously cold, and as someone who likes white noise, a good volume. The range of the rotation is quite sizeable, it covers from my head to my toes. I suspect I’ll be using this for some time." —Veronica

Get it from Amazon for $59.99+ (available in two sizes and seven colors). 

It can warm up any room up to 200 square feet in seconds with powerful! Plus it's super quite, has tip-over protection, overheat prevention, and an auto-shutoff function. 

Promising reviews: "Firstly, this heater puts out a tremendous amount of heat. I got this for a room that doesn't have a door, so I didn't expect it to heat the space that well. Surprisingly, this heater not only makes the entire space comfy, but the adjacent hall to the room also manages to get warm from this heater as well. It's also incredibly quiet. It's the quietest heater I've had for this space, and I've had a few different ones in this space. It's also so sleek. It looks high-tech while not requiring a lot of space or tech know-how. Plug it in and either push power on the remote or power on the actual device, and you're ready to go. It has three modes, and yes, I can tell the difference between low and high heat output. The timer is wonderful. And the remote is serviceable enough to be useful." —L. Thornhill

"My roommate and myself have very different temperature preferences and this has taken the headache out of that. Auto-shutoff and it keeps the room warm." —Joshua Williams

Get it from Amazon for $67.47+ (available in two colors).

It comes with a shopping list, dishwasher magnet, and dry-erase markers!

Promising review: "A game changer for the roommates and fits well on the fridge! Easy to clean and helpful for seeing what needs done and when. the bonus freebie of the dishwasher clean/dirty magnet was a nice surprise as i needed one too." —Aria

Get it at Amazon for $9.99 (also available in five other styles, including a monthly calendar, weekly calendar, and more).

Promising reviews: "If you have a child that always forgets their house key, this is the solution for you! When my daughter often forgets to pack her keys or I have a guest arrive from out of town when I'm not home, I don't have to leave work and let them in the house. This fake rock looks real and has some weight to it. It sets nicely, hidden within my mulch. It is a great solution for my family." —bernadette pernotto

"Looks and feels like a real rock. Perfect to have around if your roommate or partner is forgetful with their key." —ANic

Get it from Amazon for $7.99+ (available in two styles and a two-pack).

The six different modes of access are code, fingerprint, keys, phone, fob, and card!

Promising review: "This lock has helped out in many ways. I live with a roommate and we work at different times, so it's easy not having to unlock the door for them or having to use the key. The fingerprint and the fob are convenient for fast unlocking!" —Bryan N.

Promising review: "I installed this because of nosy people (like my roommates) and I felt so safe knowing that no one can take a peek at my phone unless they're standing right behind me. It might seem like I'm pretending to type if you're next to me, but I'm actually on my phone typing. I dropped my phone a lot and it hasn't even cracked a little. Maybe it's because of the Casetify case, but it's very useful." —cucu

Get a two-pack from Amazon for $6.98+ (available for iPhones SE–18 Pro Max)

Promising review: "I purchased this safe for use in a college dorm room. It fits everything I need it to! Laptop, documents, camera, headphones, and still plenty of space. I don't have to worry about a roommate or neighbor taking any of my stuff. Fits well in the bottom of the closet. Even includes a nice fabric liner." —Brock T. Mullen

Get it from Amazon for $59.99+ (available in six sizes).

Promising review: "I thought the world had ended!! RED WINE SPILLED ON AN ORIENTAL CARPET!!! The cream fringe took the brunt of the spill. The first thing I did was put white wine on it…after all, isn’t that what you have heard and read? That white wine will remove red wine from whatever. Didn’t work for me. Rush to Amazon…what to do….what to do? I found several products that sounded promising. I read the reviews. So glad that this is what I chose! Worked like a dream. When it arrived the stain had been set for four days, and following the directions on the bottle, the stain instantly started to disappear. My cream-colored fringe was back. Amazing!!! My carpet is back to its beautiful self. Am I happy? So happy words can’t convey." —Pat

Get it from Amazon for $5.99+ (available as a wipe or spray as well as in multipacks).

Promising review: "Best thing I have ever bought for my kitchen. Say goodbye to the heinous noise of slamming cabinets. My mother is notorious for just letting go of the cabinets and letting them slam shut, so before she came to visit I installed these and I couldn't have been happier. They keep the noise to a minimum and likely help to improve the longevity of the cabinet doors by reducing the impact. They are easy to install (although time consuming for all the cabinets in the kitchen) and mine have not fallen off after five months of use. When installing, I pressed them onto the cabinet hard for a 30 count before letting go. I think this is required to make them long-lasting. My father installed these at his home after he visited and his fell off because he just placed them on the cabinets like a sticker. After installing a second with the same method I used, he has not had any fall off." —Dave Carlson

Promising review: "I love this piece of furniture so much. The natural bamboo color is absolutely beautiful and adds so much warmth and character to my space. The six panels provide excellent coverage and give us exactly the amount of privacy we needed, while still keeping the room feeling light and cozy. It has completely transformed the space and made it feel more comfortable, finished, and truly ours. I’m so happy with this purchase!" —Kat

Get it from Amazon for $102.99+ (available in six sizes and two colors). 

Lulu Candles is a US-based small business specializing in scented candles and perfumes. 

Promising review: "I’ve enjoyed these candles for almost five years. They are a delightful scent, and I will use no other. People often comment about how nice my house smells. Even when the candles aren’t lit, there is a lovely scent remaining." —Jane Brown 

Get it from Amazon for $16.95+ (available in six sizes, gift box options, packs of two, and tons of scents).  

The kit comes with a bottle of cleaner, a cleaning pad, and a heavy-duty scraper that are all designed to break down burnt-on foods and tough stains.

Promising review: "As soon as I used this stuff, I couldn't believe it! We had a new stove that I didn't clean for months and assumed the burnt pea juice (my enemy) would just be a new stain forever. However, after one application, it was basically gone. I used the scraper that came with it and did one more small application on just that spot, and it was gone! Every time I use this it looks like my stove could be brand-new." —Christi

Promising review: "This stuff really works on grease! I was skeptical about purchasing this product because nothing seemed to clean my greasy stovetop. A friend recommended that I try this brand and when I saw the chance to get a two-pack, I thought it would be a value. Once I used this for the first time, I am never going back to wiping down my stovetop the same way again." —Kindle Customer

Promising review: "I was sooo skeptical and was confused about how they’d work but the gel solidifies and with every flush, suds wash through with the water and it really makes a fresh difference. Also the scent is light but really nice and fresh! I recommend these 100%! They’re super interesting but they do the job." —Janet

Get six stamps from Amazon for $4.67 (also available in a two-pack).

Here's what BuzzFeed Shopping editor Maitland Quitmeyer has to say about it: "I have this organizer and I love it! It holds a good amount of stuff, keeps the dust at bay, and looks much neater than my old organizer, which just had slots with no lid. Because I regularly try a ton of beauty products, I paired it with a set of stacking drawers from another seller, which aren't a perfect match for the shade of green, but look good together on my vanity!"

Promising review: "Product arrived quickly and was well packaged. I love how this organizes my beauty products so it’s not all out in the open on my counter anymore. The glass brush holder is the best part; it looks so expensive! Highly satisfied with this purchase!" —SGD1978

Promising reviews: "Unlike the fugly foam earplugs the airlines provide, the Loop plugs won't fall out, won't make disturbing noises when you move your head, and maybe most significantly, they won't stick out of your ears and make you look like Shrek. They will enable most ambient noise to be reduced to enable you to focus or sleep, and will do so while still enabling you to hear loud noises such as those you'd want to hear in the event of an emergency or a child screaming/crying. This is a great product." —Gary Albright

"I literally have the loudest most inconsiderate roommates that never shut up and these have saved my sleep, blocks out all the noise, and is definitely worth the money!" —Natalie Vicich

Get it from Amazon for $24.95 (available in four colors).

You can set the bass, mid-range and treble levels to your preference and create your own concert. They offer up to 24 hours of battery life.

Promising review: "I needed noise-cancelling headphones for when I go into the office as it can be noisy there and it is hard to concentrate. So when I wear these headphones I don’t hear anything! And they really keep the charge for a long time which is terrific! And they are very comfortable to wear. And they come with a great case that is very portable for traveling. Highly recommend!" —tvgirl

Get them from Amazon for $248.99+ (available in nine colors).

It can fit up to two towels and has a 15-minute adjustable timer.

Promising review: "After reading lots of reviews on several different towel warmers, I bought this product for my mom for Christmas. I tested it out before giving it to her. It was works great! The timer looks so sleek and fancy. Even at only 15 minutes, you get a nice warm towel! 10/10 would recommend! Already thinking of buying one for myself!" —Kaylee Sierra

There are predesigned templates you can choose from or you can create your own all in the app with different symbols, frames, and font varieties. If you run out of labels, here are some refill thermal paper!

Promising review: "I love how easy it is to use! You can customize your labels how you please on their app, or you can use their lite mode, and with those you can do simple labels. I really like how easy a quick it is. I think I'm going to label EVERYTHING in my house! LOL." —Stephanie Lopez

Get it from Amazon for $16.99+ (available in four colors). 

Promising review: "This is the most amazing ALARM clock EVER!! I have had trouble for years waking up on time, but not anymore, thanks to this alarm clock!! You can't help but jump out of bed to the alien sounds and runaway movements of the clock. It's annoying at 5 a.m. BUT it does what it's supposed to do...WAKE YOU UP!! I will never live without this clock!!!" —MC Florida

Get it from Amazon for $29.99+ (available in nine colors).

Check out our full write-up of the GermGuardian air purifier for more deets!

Promising review: "I got this during allergy season because I was sneezing constantly in my apartment and within a day or two the air genuinely felt cleaner and lighter. My roommate has a cat and I am allergic and this thing has made coexisting with that cat way more manageable which I honestly did not think was possible. On the low setting it is really quiet, basically just a soft white noise which I actually kind of like at night. The UV light is a nice bonus and replacing the filter is super easy so maintenance is not a hassle at all." —Marc

Get it from Amazon for $80.74+ (available in two colors).

Check out a review of the Hatch on TikTok.

Promising reviews: "The Hatch Alarm Clock has completely changed how I wake up. I love the sunrise feature. It gently wakes me with light instead of a loud alarm, which has made me feel so much more rested. There are tons of customizable options for light colors, sounds, and routines, which makes it easy to personalize and adjust based on my mood. It’s easy to use, looks sleek on my nightstand, and genuinely improves both my mornings and sleep. Highly recommend!" —Taylor

"This alarm clock is honestly life changing. It helps me fall asleep so quickly and helps set up a solid night time routine so that I can have a good nights sleep. I have a roommate and all of the settings are very adjustable and flexible to accommodate both of us. I love all of the different setting options, it is really fun to try new sounds or colors. I like that I don't need to rely on my phone any more when I am going to bed, I would recommend this product to anyone looking to improve their night time or morning routine." —Jill

Get it from Amazon for $169.99 (available in three colors).

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