20 Odd, Yet Useful, Home and Kitchen Products on Amazon
Updated: Feb. 01, 2024
Sure, they look quirky, but these cool Amazon products for the home and kitchen will change how you cook, clean and DIY.
Let’s be honest: We’ve all spent a little too much time scrolling Amazon in hopes of discovering unique, problem-solving products before. These cheap impulse buys make life’s little tasks easier, and Amazon is home to hundreds of genius products worthy of kitchen drawer space. A hard-boiled egg peeler? Check! A smart critter catcher that keeps you from picking up bugs with your bare hands? Say no more. We rounded up cool Amazon products that solve a common problem around the house. They’re a little wacky, a lot of fun and, best of all, they ship fast for Amazon Prime members.
Angry Mama Microwave Cleaner
If you’re ready to learn how to clean a microwave without breaking your back, this time-saving microwave-cleaning gadget is for you. The Angry Mama microwave cleaner is one of the most useful cool Amazon products—we tested it for ourselves—because it does the heavy lifting for you—no scrubbing required. Simply pour a dash of water and vinegar to the Angry Mama’s fill line, pop it in the microwave for five minutes and watch as the grime lifts away. Pro tip: Swap the vinegar for lemon juice for a fresh cleaning aroma.
Car Dip Clip
Though technically a car product, this dipping sauce clip simply can’t go unnoticed. It’s one of the best “TikTok Made Me Buy It” purchases. because it solves a common problem—where do you put ranch or ketchup during fast-food trips?!). The gadget clips onto a car vent, providing an almost spillproof (rather tip-proof) solution for dipping fries and nuggets.
Pizza Scissors
Toss out your pizza cutter and pick up a pair of pizza scissors! This smart kitchen gadget perfectly cuts pizza without dragging off the top layer of cheese. Simply slide the spatula tip under the pizza and get to cutting!
Piggy Egg Yolk Separator
Quirky and cute, this piggy egg yolk separator is for any cook, baker or eater who prefers egg whites as their breakfast of choice. Lightly pinch the side of the piggy with two fingers and release in a separate dish to remove the egg yolk. It’s dishwasher safe, too!
Gracula Garlic Crusher
File this under cool Amazon products you didn’t know existed. The Gracula garlic crusher is a compact, yet powerful, kitchen tool that minces garlic into tiny pieces by twisting Gracula’s head. The garlic crusher beats using a knife or ordinary garlic press, and it’s an Amazon kitchen find that’s almost too cute to stash in a drawer.
Dip Clip Holder
Say goodbye to messy plates with condiments spilled all over. This genius dip clip attachment for plates and bowls keeps the goods secure. Serving french fries with a variety of dipping sauces? What about a veggie tray? This cool Amazon find has your back no matter how it’s used.
Bag Clip
Sealing a bag of chips or bread is a cinch (literally), thanks to this smart bag clip. Unlike ordinary chip clips, it cinches the bag to keep food fresher for longer. The clips are tiny, simple and, best of all, super affordable.
Corn Stripper
If you love corn on the cob but dislike getting corn bits in your teeth, look no further. This corn stripper does exactly what it says by stripping corn from the cob in one motion. Next time a recipe calls for grilled corn or an outdoor barbecue is in the works, make sure to have this prep tool from Amazon on hand (it’s even safe for kids to use!).
Breakfast Sandwich Maker
Finally, a kitchen gadget that assembles breakfast sandwiches! The Hamilton Beach breakfast sandwich maker cooks eggs, ham and even toasts bread all in one use. Each “burner” is arranged on top of one another—just like how the ingredients stack in a breakfast sandwich—making assembly easier than ever. Just add your egg, meat and bread of choice (we like English muffins) to their slots, cook for a few minutes and enjoy a yummy breakfast sandwich.
Toilet Bowl Night Light
Not that illuminating your toilet is on the top of your priorities, but when you’re stumbling around in the middle of the night, this toilet night light is handy. It’s easier on the eyes than turning on the overhead bathroom light, and a carousel mode keeps all 16 colors in rotation. Best part? It only turns on when someone enters the bathroom, thanks to the built-in motion sensor.
Watermelon Slicer
Sure, you can use a knife to slice watermelon, but why not invest in a tool that does the heavy lifting for you? This watermelon slicer beats using a regular knife to cut through the fruit, leaving you with perfectly cut cubes every time. The slicer also comes with a melon baller if you prefer watermelon in ball form.
Splatypus Jar Spatula
Say goodbye to fumbling around a nearly empty jam jar with a knife, thanks to the Splatypus jar spatula. Similar to a peanut butter knife (yes, it’s a thing), this spatula works its way into every nook and cranny to make sure no jam, peanut butter or sauce gets left behind.
Critter Catcher
This insect catcher is your best bet for safely catching and removing spiders and critters from a safe distance. Surround the bug with the soft bristles, then pull the trigger to scoop it up. You’ll be happy to have this cool Amazon product standing by in the cleaning closet when unwanted critters make themselves known.
Butter Spreader
This stainless steel butter spreader isn’t an ordinary butter knife. One end has ridged grooves for cutting while the other side contains tiny holes that evenly distribute butter or peanut butter on toast. The Amazon butter spreader boasts over 8,200 ratings, and shoppers love that it creates perfect butter ribbons whether the stick is soft or hard. It’s one of many gadgets for people who love butter, right next to the butter crock.
Meat Claws
Not only are meat claws one of the smartest cool Amazon products, they’re a wallet-friendly kitchen addition that cut down time and energy when shredding meat. Holding one claw in each hand, they easily pull meat apart and withstand high heat. They’re similar to the fan-favorite Farberware meat masher—just be careful, the claws are extremely sharp so it’s best to store them safely in a drawer.
Boiled Egg Peeler
Tired of cracking and peeling boiled eggs on your own? This boiled egg peeler eliminates the tedious work for good. Simply insert the hard-boiled egg into the tube, shake and voilà ! It’ll pair well with this adorable penguin boiled egg cooker.
Stainless Steel Odor Absorber
For times when soap just isn’t cutting it, try the Rub-a-Way Bar. It’s a stainless steel odor absorber that looks exactly like a bar of soap, except it actually removes unwanted odors from hands. It’s a unique gadget to use after handling raw meat, onions or other foods that leave you with smelly fingers.
Cut-Resistant Gloves
If you’re sick of fingers getting in the way of grating, it’s time to invest in these cut-resistant gloves. They’re made of ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene, glass fiber and Spandex, and are designed to resist cuts from even the sharpest blades on your grater, knives and mandoline slicer. It’s one of many cool Amazon products on this list that you’ll use for years to come.
The DrainWig
The DrainWig prevents drains from clogging by catching hair on the spot. Simple, yet incredibly useful, it’s one Shark Tank product that just makes sense.
Ladybug Desk Vacuum
Crumbs, dust and eraser shavings are unsightly, annoying and messy. Clean them up with this ladybug desk vacuum! It’s lightweight, compact, well-built and downright adorable.
Originally Published: April 22, 2019
