Amazon has a list of products called " Movers and Shakers ," which is pretty much just fancy talk for things that are currently ~trending,~ Here are some of the most useful and loved home products on the list this week: 1. A Bentgo bento-style lunchbox for kiddos with a built-in space for the ice pack to keep the food well and truly cold. Shoutout to all my fellow '90s babies who remember the limp cheese sandwiches when the ice pack would slide to the far reaches of your lunchbox.
Today's kids don't know how good they have it. Psst. If you're thinking about back-to-school, I LOVE Bentgo's whole line, including their backpacks and lunchboxes .
Promising review: " I have a few different bentgo products. I like this one in particular because it has four compartments and has the cooler part. My son has to have something in each spot of his lunchbox so the four compartments are better than the five one.
The 90 opening is a little different and something to get used to. The cooler is great so I don't have to worry about if the food is staying at a safe temperature. We also use these for travel to keep snack items cool for the kids.
" — Nicole Price: $27.99 (available in 10 colors) — clip the $2 coupon on the product page to get this price. 2.
A set of two hotel-quality down alternative pillows to help you get the shut-eye you deserve. Promising review: "I absolutely LOVE these pillows! They aren’t too soft or too firm. They are perfect! The first time I used the pillow, I fell right to sleep! I highly recommend them!" — Colleen Cornacchione Price: $27.
98+ for two (available in three sizes) 3. A BrüMate Era stainless-steel tumbler with a handle and straw, because summer is STILL HERE, and if a new tumbler is just what you need to remind yourself to stay hydrated, I say that's practically a medical write-off. I have this tumbler, and oh my gosh, as a frequent water bottle consumer (OOPS) — I'm OBSESSED.
This thing is delightfully massive but doesn't ~feel~ too big when I carry it around. The straw is bendy silicone that holds its shape but also isn't going to stab you in the mouth like the metal ones can, and it has a cool choose-your-own-adventure sliding feature on the lid that lets you open the straw spout, close it, or remove it for cleaning. Also, the available colors are the Subaru colors of water bottles (iykyk).
Promising review: "Did I need another water bottle? No. Do I love this water tumbler? Yes! I love the straw function plus the 'lock' feature, which makes it spill-proof. Plus, the top comes apart, the straw comes off, and everything can be washed in the dishwasher.
I love the color options, the matte textured feel, the handle, and the rubber base on the tapered bottom, which fits in a cup holder. I got the 40-ounce, and it's not super heavy/bulky like some other similar sized bottles. Seems to keep ice/water cold for quite a while! I can't speak to durability yet as I just purchased it, and I haven't dropped it, but honestly, I'm obsessed with this BrüMate water bottle tumbler.
" — J Price: $39.99+ (available in two sizes and 14 colors) 4. A Bentgo Kids lunch bag in the cutest prints to get your kiddo excited to go back to school.
I LOVE that the Bentgo lunchboxes have a handle that unbuckles so you can attach the lunchbox directly to the backpack! Less to carry for your kid (and for you at the end of the day.) Promising reviews: "We got the dinosaur print and we love it. My son started preschool and he a tiny toddler but the strap makes it easy for him to carry his bag when he wants to be independent.
His bento box fits perfectly and I love that it has a little cup holder makes it easier to put things together on busy morning and have less things to carry. " — Alma "I’m thrilled with the Bentgo Kids Lunch Bag! It fits perfectly in my child's backpack and accommodates several sizes of Bentgo bento boxes with ease. After a whole season of being dragged through grass and enduring the rigors of summer camp , it still looks great with only minimal scratches and no stains.
While it’s on the pricier side, its rugged portable durability and excellent performance (no leaks!) make it a worthwhile investment. The zipper has had no issues, which I have found to be a problem with other brands. The shape and weight are super versatile and allow for ease of portability.
Highly recommended for active kids !" — Ashley Cosmi Price: $24.99 (available in 18 prints) 5. A Stem bug spray for ants, roaches, and flies that's safe to use around pets and kids so you can spray the bugs right when you see them instead of waiting for all the other living things to clear the area.
Promising review: "I was at my wits end with bugs that suddenly appeared in our apartment. It seemed as if they multiplied by the hour. I needed to find a natural way to get rid of them, so I gave Stem a try.
I sprayed it at the doorway, window sill, sink and bathtub drains, and under the refrigerator. The smell of Stem is very strong at first, but not unbearable. Just do not spray too much, since it leaves a little oily film on the surface.
It worked like a charm and is very affordable. Love it!" — Christine Price: $4.48 for one (also available in a three-pack) 6.
Some reusable rug grippers because slip and slides are for outdoor heat waves in the grass, not in your house when you're on the way to grab a midnight snack. Promising review: " I bought this product years ago to stick an area rug to our vinyl floors. When they first started lifting, after two solid years of not budging, I was worried that they would stick to the floor and damage it due to how well it worked.
Sure enough, I just lifted the stickers off of the floor and not a single millimeter of damage! It’s truly like magic and I will definitely be ordering more! " — ADHigdon Price: $7.19+ for eight (available in nine pack variations and two colors) 7. A divided snack box with a lid that friends and fam alike will be grateful you bought because it's basically setting you up for a shareable girl dinner which is the purest form of love there is.
Promising review: "Great organizer for snacks. I had family over and had it ready to pull out when everyone was starving!" — Catherine M. Sconce Price: $10.
20 (also available in a two-pack) 8. A reed diffuser set as pretty as it is useful. Reviewers love the wide range of scents and how beautifully it can permeate the room! Promising review: "Okay so if you want something low maintenance and smells amazing, go with this! We were trying to find something that would replace candles and came upon this.
It is easy to put together, light, aesthetic, and comforting! The value is pretty good for the money we spent on it. It’s not very big so perfect to place pretty much anywhere in the house. The quality of this smell is great and it is durable! " — alielizabeth Price: $19.
99 (available in 34 scents and two flower accents) 9. An anti-static luxury fleece blanket without the luxury pricing so you can watch the Olympians do their 2024 Olympic things from the fleecy warm cocoon of your bed. Promising review: " I LOVE this blanket! It is large, soft, and cuddly.
It is perfect to drape over my bed, or anywhere. The brown color is cozy and the fabric is quality for the little I paid for it. I can tell it is durable and will hold its value.
I will get a lot of use out of it! It seems to be waterproof for the most part and doesn’t retain a liquid you might have accidentally spilled on it. Which is really nice! Love this blanket overall!" — Ruby Price: $9.99+ (available in eight sizes, 24 colors, and various multipacks) 10.
An immersion blender because cabinet and drawer space is more precious than the one-ring in this housing market, and why get a huge food processor when you can simply have something that resembles a magic wand instead? Promising review: "I didn’t want the bulk of a food processor taking up space on my shelves, so I tried this and love it. It is simple to use and simple to clean up it , chopped up red peppers and carrots into tiny pieces for soup, and then the immersion blender smoothed it all up after it was cooked. Would buy again in an instant.
" — KrisH Price: $18.99+ (available in two styles and 10 colors) 11. A Ninja 6-in-1 air fryer with TWO baskets for those nights when you (or your friends) don't want to decide between fries or tots.
Promising review: " I didn't really know what to expect with this purchase but it is very well used and loved already. We purchased inserts to make clean up even easier but even on it's own it is a quick clean up. I like that it has different cook settings, not just air-fry.
This has made meals a lot quicker and easier to prepare. It fits on our counter and while we could put it away, we use it so frequently it lives on our counter. " — Courtney Furtado Price: $159.
99+ (available in three sizes) 12. A set of vacuum storage bags that are fairy godmother-approved to make your out-of-season wardrobe go *poof*, or at least to make them flat enough to store somewhere other than your overcrowded closet. Promising review: "Every spring and fall I dread the thought of switching out my wardrobe.
I was packing everything in giant Tupperwares and dragging it up and down from the attic. Now that I have this, I can tuck all my clothes neatly in the top of my closet AND they will stay cleaner and fresher than before. I also want to say that I was a little worried that the plastic bags would have an odor to them that may taint the clothes inside, but there was no odor at all.
All in all very happy with this buy! " — Britney Frandsen Price: $18.99+ (available in packs of 10, 12, and 20, four sizes, and various combo packs) 13. A Dash mini waffle maker because waffles on demand are a basic human right and this maker carries a pint-sized punch without taking up too much space.
Promising review: "My toddler son was recently introduced to waffles. We have a tiny fridge/freezer, though, so space in the freezer is horribly limited. So, I figured I’d try a waffle maker to make waffles on demand.
This maker is so cute! Easy to use and one scrambled egg fits the griddle perfectly! Easy to clean and heats up fast for the perfect, even heating of whatever I put in it! I use a light spritz of oil and the food comes out so easily! When I’m done, it stores on the kitchen shelf without taking up much space. Breakfast is on the menu any time of day now! " — RenoFam3 Price: $9.99+ (available in 17 colors) 14.
A set of two kitchen shelves to double the space in your cabinets, on your countertops, in your pantry, or wherever your heart desires. Promising review: "I needed someplace to keep the tea supplies handy, but out of the way. I looked at several countertop corner units.
But they were too big and looked flimsy. Then I found these. The construction is sturdy.
They went together in record time. And they look good with my cabinets and countertop. " — K&J's Mom Price: $15.
99+ (available in two sizes and six colors) 15. And a stand-up weed puller for those pesky weeds trying to mess up your lawn. Plus, with this handy tool, you won't let them mess up your knees either.
Promising review: "This was a game changer for me! I hate pulling weeds, and I have SO MANY this year. I don't want to use chemicals that could kill all the pollinators, so I took a chance and bought this. I have to say it met and EXCEEDED my expectations .
I have done nothing but try to get people to buy this product because it made such a huge difference for me. Thank you for making this great tool!" — Melinda Price: $39.99 (available in two colors) 16.
A Ninja portable cordless blender so you can be the coolest cat at the farmers market and blend your seasonally fresh fruit to sip right by the stand . Promising review: " Surpasses my expectations. This unit can blend protein and green powders, frozen fruit, milk, flax, and bananas into a great smoothie.
I'm happy that it can handle the frozen strawberries without any problems. Just be sure to add enough liquid and put powders in first. Easy to clean, just add water and run a blend cycle.
" — 1985Gamer Price: $49.99+ (available in six colors and a pack of two) 17. A zippered mattress protector that will keep your mattress clean, dry, and bedbug or dust mite-free.
Bonus points that it won't slip and slide beneath your sheets because the zipper and tight fit will keep the protector from budging! Promising review: "Love the fact it is not a stiff plastic but a soft cloth-like cover. Was easy to put on and was deep enough to cover my 14” mattress. Definitely worth it.
" — Kathie D Brazil Price: $17.99+ (available in 12 sizes and packs of two, 10, and 12) 18. An adorable tree bookshelf to store all those book that are going to get you to your 2024 reading goal.
(Or to display your most favorite favorites for a little burst of serotonin in your space!) Promising review: "PERFECT for my room's aesthetic. Super cute and pretty sturdy and durable. I didn’t have any missing parts.
I had all my books resting on my headboard, so this 7-tier bookshelf was awesome for my needs and fit like a glove in the spot I wanted to put it. It is kinda heavy, which I feel like is a good thing, so it’s not like swaying around or adjusting when you put the books on it. LOVE IT 10/10" — Julia Gube Price: $20.
75+ (available in three sizes) 19. A two-pack of collapsible waterproof laundry baskets reviewers love for their sturdiness and the durable handles that make "oops, I forgot to do laundry for a week or two" a more manageable task. Promising review: "I replaced my kids' laundry baskets with these.
They are one of my new favorite purchases! They are so sturdy and stay upright. I will often have wet towels or clothes on the top of them to dry before placing them in and it stays upright under their weight. They are large and can fit at least two loads in them.
I love the look of them and they are a nice thick quality which I wasn’t expecting. The best part is when I’m lugging them down two flights of stairs to the basement I can loop my arm thru the handle and carry them on my shoulders. I highly recommend them and can’t tell you the number of times I have thought about how much I love them.
" — Marie Price: $17.55+ for one (available in four sizes and three pack sizes) 20. A roll of sun-blocking privacy window cling your wallet will thank you for using to help reduce cooling costs if you have a window that catches too much sun throughout the day and you'll appreciate for the extra privacy! Promising review: "I only ordered enough to try on two of my many windows bc I wanted to test it.
I love it and will order enough for all my windows!!! I've lost count of the amount of $$$ I've spent on blinds that just get torn up from the animals trying to see outside. This is the perfect solution! DOES NOT PROTECT PRIVACY AT NIGHT, CLOSE THE CURTAINS!!! The product description tells you it does not work at night and they are truthful, but overall I'm very pleased." — JC Price: $8.
99+ (available in 20 sizes and 11 colors) 21. A little air purifier for small spaces that could use an instant air refresh. Promising review: "I bought this to place in my sunroom.
Being that I live in the South, my sunroom can use a bit of freshness, especially during the summer months. I had been noticing a different smell for about a week so I decided to purchase this air purifier based on the size and reviews. It is the perfect size.
Fits nearly off to the side so my children don’t bump into it. I really liked the slick, modern look. Since my kids play in here a lot, I didn’t want anything super loud that would scare them.
I really liked that it has three speed settings. I have been keeping it on the middle setting during the day and turning it up at night. Very pleased with the lack of noise.
Within one day my sunroom was smelling better. I would definitely recommend this product to anyone looking for a purifier for a smaller space. This gets 5 thumbs up!!!" — Robert Phan Price: $49.
99 (available in two colors) 22. A 25-piece set of drawer organizers that'll give your drawers the Princess Diaries glow-up of your dreams. Promising review: " I've purchased lots of clear plastic storage containers recently and these are by far the best.
Comes with tons of options, many of each size. They are also thick and very durable. My favorite part: rubber bumpers on the bottom keep the container from sliding/moving.
Game changer! You don't know you are missing them until you have them." — Morgan Price: $16.99+ (available in five colors) — clip the $2 coupon on the product page to get this price.
23. An under-cabinet paper towel holder (or an upright wall holder) you can use to keep your towels wherever you need them to be. Some reviewers even used this as a space-saving way to hold hand towels in the bathroom! Promising review: "Seamless installation under a cabinet.
Frees up counter space and holds up well. Sleek design, not bulky, and makes it easy to tear from the holder." — L.
E. Price: $9.99+ (available in five colors and packs of two) 24.
A Bissell multipurpose carpet and upholstery cleaner reviewers swear by for carpets, car seats and car seats (iykyk), rugs, and anything else upholstered that has been through any rough summertime oopsies and spills. Each cleaner comes with a trial size of Bissell's Spot & Stain Formula , which is also available on Amazon for $12.99 ! Promising review : "Y’all, this has been in my cart for forever.
I just wasn’t sure I could justify buying it. Finally pulled the trigger and now I wish I did sooner! It’s cute, it’s light and small, and it WORKS. Great for all the basics: spots on carpets, sofa spills on the couch, etc but my biggest win is my car!! My car is 7-years-old with light seat colors and frequent barn trips so the seats look gross.
Detailing costs (over $400) is just not in the budget. I decided to use this cleaner on the seats this morning. I’m beyond pleased!" — Amanda Nolan Price: $120 25.
A digital meat thermometer so you can get the perfect temp for meats. (You'll be so impressed when your steak comes out so well without 100 little stabby stabs in it from obsessively checking the color.) Promising review: "This little digital thermometer is fantastic! It’s super easy to use and has a magnet to keep on the side of the stove for convenience.
" — Tammy Mathieson Price: $16.99+ (available in two colors) 26. An easy-twist chicken shredder tool to kiss the irritating two-fork method goodbye for good.
Promising review: "I cannot say enough about this little gadget for shredding chicken!!! It is amazing! I have done the two-fork method - that's exhausting. I have done the beater/mixer method—that's messy. But THIS is easy, quick, and shreds chicken like it should be shredded—so it gets used often.
Just spray both pieces with some olive oil, let chicken cool a little after frying, and easy peasy—shredded chicken for so many dishes. I LOVE THIS. I always slice my chicken breasts thin into about three pieces and this will handle all three at a time.
" — D Price: $19.99+ (available in three colors) 27. A four-pack of ice cube trays you can use for ice, sure, but ALSO baby food, lil' desserts, fruit, or even your fav beverage to make mixing drinks a breeze.
These are designed to make your life as easy as possible with spill-resistant lids and flexible silicone, so your heard-earned cubes and treats don't end up all over the floor. Promising review: "These work great for ice cubes, of course. But have you tried making treats out of it? I mixed yogurt, protein powder, and chocolate chips to make a yummy frozen snack! They make the perfect size and are easy to pop out because of the silicone bottom of the ice tray.
The lid does not snap fully on and off, as that is part of the design, So you just have to be careful when placing liquid into the freezer that is not yet frozen. It is a great value because you get a four pack and if you pop them all out into a separate baggie, you can continuously do unlimited ice !" — PJ Price: $7.99+ (available in seven colors) Reviews have been edited for length and/or clarity.
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