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As a deputy editorial director on the BuzzFeed Shopping team with almost a decade in the lifestyle and service journalism sphere, I use my shopping editor eye to find and vet products across a variety of categories, including lifestyle, home, beauty, fashion, pets, cleaning, travel, aging, and more.

If your home feels like an endless cycle of sticky counters, saggy couch cushions, and mysterious sink smells, these handy products will pull their weight around the house and prove that buying them was a good decision. From time-saving kitchen gadgets like no-drip honey caps to clever home organization tools like space-saving furniture and no-drill window shades, reviewers swear by these products. Ahead, we found the ultimate problem-solvers that make daily cleanup, pet messes, and everyday household headaches practically disappear.

Promising review: "This product really works! We were dealing with a foul stench coming from our disposal for some time. We tried boiling water, vinegar, etc. This stuff sniffed out the smell real quick and deodorized it as well." —James Tiberius Kirk

Get a pack (good for four uses) from Amazon for $3.96.

Promising review: "Got an outdoor can, the kind the mechanical arm on the garbage truck picks up and tips over, with the lid opening by gravity. I placed this on the inside of the lid, near the hinge, to lessen the chances of it being scraped off during emptying and no flies/maggots! No apparent odor. It just seems to put a big hurt on the fly party that used to be my trash can (litter box contents, remnants of meat, etc.) " —Michael E. Bradley

Check out a TikTok of the fruit and veggie divider in action. 

Promising review: "If you have toddlers, get it — especially if you're on the fence. I needed something for grapes, blueberries, blackberries, and other small fruits and veggies we go through so much. My breakfast was getting cold long before I was done cutting fruit for two toddlers. Most cutters only do one grape or berry, but this one can do several grapes and a small handful of blueberries. We will definitely be getting a lot of use out of it in this house." —Kindle Customer

Promising review: "This is such a comfortable chair or bed! I was very happy with my purchase. You won’t go wrong if you are looking for comfort or if you need to save space. I highly recommend this." —danny 

Get it from Amazon for $99.99+ (available in two sizes and seven colors).

Promising review: "I immediately thought I got 'influenced' and was going to regret these when I opened the box. I was so wrong. I love these so much. I wish I’d taken a before picture because my groceries were rolling toward the back, and the shelves were drooping in the middle. I was so afraid the shelves were going to fall. I 'installed' these bamboo covers, and visually I was in love. I put it to the test and reloaded all of my pantry items — I was able to organize everything without the items rolling back or to the middle. Everything stayed put. No more drooping shelves. It looks clean and fancy. I’m glad I purchased these. It was decently easy to assemble and add to the shelves. I think they will be pretty durable. I’m happy with this purchase." —Krista B.

Get a four-pack from Amazon for $80.99+ (available in many sizes).

Promising review: "When you have a lot of Tonies, keeping them in one place is definitely a must. You don’t want a toddler trying to find a Tonie and can’t locate the favorite one, and create an all-time meltdown. We don’t experience that because we have this lovely shelf that hangs in her room and at her height, so she can place her tonies here when she is done and they don’t get lost. Installing was easy, and the quality is good to withstand the size of the Tonie box and Tonies. You have the option to just stick it on, but I screwed that baby in, so my review is based on screwing it to the wall and not sticking it to the wall." —Melissa Daniel

Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in five colors and a three-tier style).

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: "We needed something to provide privacy in our new shower. We didn’t want to block the window all the time. We shower mainly when it is dark outside, so we wanted to avoid the shadows. These say they are not water resistant, but we thought we’d give them a try. Well, the water just beads up and doesn’t soak in. They aren’t in the direct line of water, so they don’t get very wet with each shower. They were very easy to install. With the shower window, we didn’t want to screw anything in. These fit perfectly. The top and bottom rails are solid, well-made. And, I love that when they are open, they have a fairly low profile. Not bulky and ugly. I especially love that I can pull them down halfway and still have privacy, but also a beautiful view or sunlight shining in on me. We have the blackout version, and you can’t see a thing when it is dark outside, and all the lights are on. No shadows, nothing. We even shone a flashlight up against it and couldn’t see it at all. I absolutely love these and would purchase again!" —Kristin Heard

Promising review: "Love it! This tree surprised me. It only took five minutes to set it up. It would have been less time if I weren’t studying the directions, thinking, man, there has to be something I’m missing, it can’t be this easy. If you have the other type of tree that you have to fluff, and if you don’t have any creative juices flowing in your body, this is the tree for you. Let the kids decorate the other tree like the Griswolds, pop this one out, and you have an eye-pleasing one, too. This is perfect for and elderly person who wants a tree but not the hassle, perfect for your office, and great for the one in the picture window." —wife,mom,zookeeper

Get it from Amazon for $159.99+ (available in nine styles and three other heights).

Promising review: "We cannot BEGIN to tell you what a lifesaver this is! We have two old fiberglass tubs with vinyl shower enclosures that, no matter what amount of scrubbing we have done with everything from bleach to cleanser to vinegar and baking soda, would NOT come clean. After I took my shower last night, I sprayed down the tub and walls. Within minutes, all the built-up water deposits, dirt, and grime began to melt away in front of my eyes. I left it on overnight, and when I got up this morning, it did not look like the same tub and shower. This product is a godsend, especially for old folks like us who have difficulty getting down on our hands and knees and scrubbing anything. More importantly, it performs as advertised. We plan on using it as part of our weekly cleanup routine. This is truly an overnight sensation!" —Amazon Customer

Check out BuzzFeed Shopping contributor Sam Wieder's Wet & Forget review to learn more.

Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in two scents).

Promising review: "My ornery cat insists on snagging up furniture with her claws, instead of using one of the several scratching posts she has. As you can see, this Snag Nab-It needle/tool does a GREAT job, pulling the snags in — and hiding the damage, WITHOUT cutting any threads (avoiding creating holes)." —Betsy P.

You may have heard that a copper coin in a vase will help flowers last longer; however, pennies made after 1972 are mostly zinc and less than 3% copper, so if this trick didn't work for you in the past, you may want to try these 100% copper charms.

Promising reviews: "The copper hearts really work. The water in my transparent glass vase stays cleaner longer. I still change out the water and trim the stems, but not as often as I used to. The cut flowers stay fresher longer. I like them so much I've purchased more copper hearts for my family who enjoy cut flowers too." —Judith R. Harmann

"Hydroponic house plants are everywhere now, and I find them easier to care for, plus no dirt for cats to fiddle with. However, after a while, the roots tend to get algae buildup. These little stars have really tamed that problem: Every few months, I rinse the roots, gently remove any algae tendrils (very, very few), rinse this star, clean the inside of the glass vase, and refill. Keeps the water clear and the algae down for months. NOTE: I WOULD NOT USE THIS WITH FISH BOWLS." —Just My Opinion....

Get it from Amazon for $12.99 (available in two shapes and multipacks).

Promising review: "Big enough for size large sweaters. I love that it is instant to set up, holds several items, the mesh lets most clothes dry overnight, and it doesn't have any loose parts to lose. The layers collapse on each other, then fold up like a car shade, but with three wires to contend with, it takes a bit more force. If car shades are your nemesis, this is probably not for you, but if you've conquered car shade folding, the drying rack is quick and small to store. The storage bag appeared to be flimsy, but it has lasted for over a year of use with no problem." —Costume Shop

Promising review: "These little tags have been a game changer for my household. Everyone finally knows exactly where to put things, and the color-coded icons make it so easy that even my 7-year-old gets it right. My dishes are coming out noticeably cleaner, too, since nothing is blocking the spray arms anymore. The silicone quality is really impressive; after repeated cycles of daily washes, they haven’t faded, peeled, or lost their shape at all. They fit my Bosch perfectly and took under five minutes to set up. Small purchase, but honestly one of the most useful things I’ve added to our kitchen routine!​​​​​​​​​​" —Santanu Patnaik

It comes with two stands/caps and six adapters to fit any size bottle. Just make sure it's a bottle that can actually be squeezed, since it won't work with totally solid bottles.

Promising review: "Life-altering. I will never fight with a pump bottle again. As soon as it gets difficult to pump anything out of any bottle, I will waste no time in 'flipping it.' I'm so glad someone created this. Upside-down bottles are such a small annoyance in life, but this simple solution really means a lot. 100% worth the price." —Amazon Customer

Get a pack of two stands and six adapters from Amazon for $15.99.

Check out a TikTok of the LidPocket in action. 

LidPocket is a small business specializing in kitchen accessories. 

Promising review: "Finally — no more messiness. I've been meaning to get one of these for years. Now I have a place for my slow cooker cover to drip into when stirring or serving! Easy to rinse out and store in the slow cooker." —C. Schmelebeck

Promising review: "We bought these to cover our outdoor faucets in lieu of the styrofoam option. Not only are they super easy to install, but they worked perfectly and withstood anything the winter weather threw at us." —Carissa Eaton

Promising review: "OK, I was a little unsure of what to expect with the Rocket Chef. Would it really sear and cook food in a microwave that wasn't dried out and actually tasted good? The answer is YES!!! So far, I've cooked chicken that was juicy and perfect to add to my salads, grilled cheese sandwiches, eggs/omelets, and hot dogs. I like that I can reheat frozen food for quick meals or snacks for the kids, like crispy hash browns, dinosaur nuggets, and pizza pockets — I skipped the preheat for these. I can't wait to use my Rocket Chef for the kids' breakfast when school starts. Easy to use, easy to clean, and impressed with the quality." —KareBear23

Promising review: "Like you, when I first came across this, I was hesitant because of the price. It's a bit steep, I thought to myself. But then, after another night of bathtime with two towels on the ground to soak up the water my child had splashed all over, I took the plunge and bought it. And definitely worth it a million times over. My child LOVES the extra space for toys, and I love the water staying in the tub. I definitely and highly suggest buying it. You won't be disappointed! Or your child!!" —Brianna

Get it from Amazon for $59.95 (available in four colors and two sizes).

Promising review: "Where has this been all my cat-loving life? Sticky rollers work fine for clothes, but this is the only product that has ever COMPLETELY removed all the cat hair from my bed. I have a long-haired 20-pound tabby, and if you run your hands up his back a few times and fling the hair everywhere, it looks like it's snowing — he never stops shedding, no matter what I do. After using the ChomChom, I can put on a black dress and roll around on my bed and not get a single hair on me. It's absolutely amazing. Everyone is getting one for Christmas, even if they don't have a pet. I don't care, it's THAT good." —DH

Check out BuzzFeed editor and cat owner Chelsea Stuart's ChomChom review to learn more!

Get it from Amazon for $24.99+ (available in four colors and a portable style for on-the-go use).

These support boards are furniture-grade wood slats covered in fabric, with a 400-pound weight capacity.

Promising review: "Ten years ago, we bought an inexpensive sofa to get more seating. Once home, after the glory of a bargain wore off, I found the seating sagged way too much. So I put unused thick storage container lids under the cushion to lessen the sag. Minuscule improvement. Barely tolerable to even take a nap on. But the sofa still looks so good...looks are deceiving. Purchased Ben's Home Cushion Support Inserts and lined the sofa's interior lining. Reinstalled the cushions, and both my husband and I sat on them at the same time. Cushions are still extremely comfortable, but — Wow! —Our tushes felt loved and supported. Laid down like for a nap and felt level support all the way across the sofa. We did not even feel that uncomfortable hardness some reviewers described. The panels fit well and snugly. The sofa seems way better than when we first bought it. Wish I had known about these inserts 10 years ago. Love my bargain sofa now. Thanks, Ben!" —Pattep

Get them from Amazon for $29.88+ (available in 26 sizes/styles to fit couches and armchairs).

It comes with double-sided adhesive to secure it to the floor, but if you're concerned about possibly scratching your floor, you can mount it to another sturdy surface (one reviewer mounted it to a paver and another used a tile).

Promising review: "Immediate purchase validation from my kitties. Highly recommend. Especially, if your cats believe cheek scratches are a basic human responsibility. 😹" —Jacquelyn

Get it from Amazon for $19.42 (available in two colors).

Promising review: "One of the best camping purchases I have ever made. Does not matter what type of chair I am going to be sitting in; this keeps me dry and warm. I do not go camping without it. When I want my coffee outside in the early morning, I do not have to worry where I am going to sit. I just throw this over the chair, and I have a dry sitting spot." —Bethany Altieri

Promising review: "What a great product!! I just finished washing and drying my blanket using this for the first time. I can't believe how great this works! It washed and spun in the washer so much better than without the Wad-Free — no off-balance spinning. Plus, it dried faster than usual. I am thrilled with this product. It was very easy to connect the corners and the middle part of the blanket to it, and it held in place throughout washing and drying. What a great design. I wish I had thought it up! I also bought the ones for sheets, and those worked just as great. I'm telling everyone about these. So worth the price, which really, isn't that much." —Zelda Queen of Mars

Get it from Amazon for $34.99 (also available in a style for bedsheets).

Promising review: "Between myself (medium long hair) and my overly fluffy cat, a lot of hair and fluff was continually getting caught up on the roller brush of my vacuum. I dreaded vacuuming because it took so long to pull and snip the hairs wrapped up on the roller brush out with scissors. Not anymore! This silly, little, inexpensive thing works great! Super quick to remove all the hair/fur — in virtually a minute, then back to vacuuming with my lovely Miele vacuum." —MKS

Promising review: "I bought one to try out, and my kids loved it so much that we bought another. I do believe that it is worth it because it is well-made and super compact. I love that you can put many things inside of it, like a sandwich and a cheese stick. Another one of my favorite things is that after they are done, they are so small and easy to fold out and put in the dishwasher. Some of my other school packing lunch supplies are big and bulky and take up so much dishwasher space." —Lauren Jackson

Get it from Amazon for $14.99 (available in five colors).

Promising review: "Good lemongrass scent. My stairs are a gathering spot for spiders. I can spray this anytime, I have no adverse reactions, and it kills insects effectively." —Cora

Get it from The Home Depot, Lowe's, Target, and Walmart for $7.97+.

You can use them for cats, dogs, guinea pigs, hamsters, bunnies, etc. And they're also great for whelping boxes.

Promising review: "This item was the perfect choice for my bunnies’ pen. The design is gorgeous. I wanted something light and easy to maneuver under their heavier acrylic pen, and this one fits the bill perfectly. Washed and dried, and kept its shape. Its leak-proof and waterproof design helps with pet mess and water bowl spillage, ensuring a nice dry space for bunny flops. Two in a pack allows me to switch out when washing, so my buns are always protected. I cannot say enough about this brand and the value overall will have me coming back as needed when I expand their pen." —Sam Cam

Get a two-pack from Amazon for $24.63+ (available in various prints and sizes).

Promising review: "Needed a solution to install security cameras on the house without having to drill. Worked perfectly!" —Michael Templin

Promising review: "I’ll be honest, I mostly bought this because it looked cute and my kids love the honey bear, but it’s actually really functional. We always end up with that sticky ring on the granite because someone didn't wipe the lid, but the 'brim' on this little hat actually catches the drips. It came with two different sizes, so it fit our honey bear perfectly, and also fits the maple syrup bottle we get from Costco. It’s a little thing, but it saves me from scrubbing the counter every morning." —Cohen784

Promising review: "Amazing difference! My lab puppy scratched up the trim and doors in our house. This stuff works like magic and holds up so well! Will always have this on hand! If I could give more than 5 stars, I would!" —Dkn

Promising review: "These are the most effective litter mats that I've ever tried. This is the fourth different litter mat that I've tried. Nothing else has been effective with the three litter boxes that are kept on both hardwood and carpet. I got one at first to see if I liked it, and then bought two more. The holes are deep enough that they catch everything, and all you have to do is open it like an envelope to dump it out. I've had no issues with stuff getting stuck in the holes, either. I do use corncob litter, so I can't say anything as to the effectiveness of it with clay litter." —DisaRae

Get it from Amazon for $12.59+ (available in four sizes and five colors). 

Promising review: "These were fantastic! Everyone had fun choosing which one to put on their glass." —DiFi

Get a pack from Amazon for $14.99 (available in two styles).

Promising review: "These are so clever and cute at the same time. I've tried other chair slides only to be disappointed shortly after installing. These are absolutely fabulous for me!! They are so easy to install, and the chairs slide in and out with very little effort. The fit is great, and the floor is now protected like I wanted. I highly recommend these to all, even if you don't own a dog!! They look super cute and are a wonderful way to add a touch to your kitchen!" —MRB6

Get a 16-pack from Amazon for $12.73 (available in two colors).

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