37 Brilliant Inventions You Can Get on Amazon Under $25

Everyone loves discovering products that will solve their problems, but nobody likes spending all their money on said products. That's where we come in! We've found 37 brilliant inventions that you can order directly from Amazon — and none of them will cost you more than 25 bucks! Quite the deal, eh?

We hope you find these products as awesome as we do. Just an FYI: 22Words is a participant in the Amazon affiliate program and may receive a share of sales from links on this page.

Sugru Is Like Magic PlayDoh for Grownups

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When you open a packet of Sugru, it's totally malleable. You can use it to reinforce your charging cables or make it into any other shape that you need (like a hook for your toothbrush or a seal for a crack in your shoe). When it cures, it turns into silicone rubber! It bonds to glass, ceramic, wood, metal, plastics, and pretty much everything else.

These Air Purifying Bags Makes Stinky Places Stop Stinking

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They're filled with activated bamboo charcoal which absorbs funky odors and leaves everything smelling fresh. Put 'em in your closet, car, or smelly gym shoes.

These Nail Clippers Are the Last Ones You'll Ever Need to Buy

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These clippers are truly a "buy it for life" item. They come with a 100 percent satisfaction guarantee as well as a lifetime replacement warranty. Nearly 5,000 Amazon reviews are all basically saying the same thing: Buy these clippers, yo.

This Can Colander Is Way Safer Than Using the Metal Lid to Drain Your Tuna

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Step one: Open can. Step two: Drain using can colander (it fits most standard size cans!). Step three: Smile.

This Braided Lightning Cable Is Way More Durable Than the One Your Phone Came With

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You know how the end of charging cable looks like it's been through a garbage disposal? Yeah, that won't happen with this one. The entire length of the cable is strengthened with braided nylon and the end pieces are reinforced with strong plastic. (There's also an option for Android users!)

These Drain Snakes Will Make Clogs a Thing of the Past

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I can't promise you're gonna like looking at the nightmarish goo that comes out of your drains when you use this drain snake, but you're definitely gonna like taking a shower without standing in three inches of water!

The Tapi Transforms Your Sink into a Drinking Fountain

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A light squeeze and BAM! Drinking fountain! This is convenient for anyone who has kids (or who just doesn't feel like grabbing a cup from the cupboard).

This Tiny Fan Keeps You Cool (and Looks Cool Doin' It)

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It's cute, it doesn't take up a lot of space, and it can provide you with some much-needed relief as you work through the heat of summer. And did I mention it comes in three different fun colors? 'Cause it does.

The Woof Washer Is a Godsend for Dog Owners

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360 degrees of dog washing in one convenient package! Simply attach the Woof Washer to any standard hose and place it around your pup. Not only will it save you time; it'll also save your back!

This Super Loud Whistle Even Works Underwater!

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This thing is LOUD! Its 142dB whistle can be heard up to 2 miles away, making it a great choice to take hiking or use for personal safety. It also comes with a lanyard so you can always keep it handy.

This Sleep Mask Is Three-Dimensional

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Get all the light blocking of a standard sleep mask without any of the eye squishing. This mask leaves some space your eyes to move around as needed while you drift off to dreamland. It's fully adjustable, so you're guaranteed to get the perfect fit.

This Headphone Splitter Is Also an Adorable Cactus

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When it comes to headphone splitters, there are plenty of standard designs...but wouldn't you rather have something cute? Of course you would. This one looks like a little cactus! It comes with a little loop that could easily attach to your keychain so you can take in on the go!

This Credit Card Light Bulb Is Just Nifty

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It's a flashlight that fits in your wallet! This listing is for five individual lights — batteries included! (Quite the deal for less than 7 bucks.)

This Finger Guard Will Keep Your Fingers Attached and Uninjured

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Which is pretty ideal, right? Simply slip this stainless steel guard on your fingers before you start chopping and rest assured that you'll finish prepping dinner with the same number of fingers that you started with.

This Cauliflower Prep Tool Is Absolutely Brilliant

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Cauliflower = Great veggie, terrible prep process. This tool makes it easier than ever to remove cauliflower from its stalk. It also works great for broccoli! And it's dishwasher safe, too.

This Grape Slicer Is Another Great Kitchen Gadget

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Whether you're slicing grapes for a salad, a child, or yourself, this handy slicer accomplishes the task in seconds. You won't have to worry about slippery grapes rolling all over your cutting board!

These Veggie Cutters Are Super Fun

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Fruits and veggies that are shaped like animals just taste better. That's a fact. Use these clever cutters for snacks, pie crusts, sandwiches, cheese slices, or anything else you want to have fun eating.

This Foldable Keyboard Is Perfect for People On-the-Go

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Roll it up and stick it in your purse or bookbag and it's ready to go wherever you're headed. It's also water resistant and easy-to-clean.

This Kitchen Multitool Saves a Ton of Cupboard Space

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It features eight different tools in one handy package! When they're assembled together, they take up the space of a single wine bottle, making this multitool especially ideal for small kitchens.

This Key Holder Is Super Cute!

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Each keychain features a tiny bird that you put into its house whenever you're home. The birds are also tiny whistles!

This Clip-On Lens Kit Attaches Right onto Your Phone

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Transform your cell phone into a fancy schmancy camera! This kit features both a macro and wide-angle lens — they can also be connected and used together at the same time!

This Electric Kettle Has More Than 15,000 Amazon Reviews

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It can bring up to 1.5 liters of water to a rolling boil in a matter of minutes. The kettle also features an auto-shut-off feature for safety and peace of mind.

This Portable Humidifier Is Simply Lovely

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Whether you put it on your desk, in your car, or next to your bed, this little humidifier will look good and do its job admirably. It's one of the quietest humidifiers on the market, too.

This Microwave Popper Makes Movie-Style Popcorn for Cheap!

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Enjoy the convenience of microwave-popped popcorn without having to spend a bunch of extra money on those pre-buttered bags of kernels. Measure your kernels in the silicone lid, drop them into the glass popper, place the lid on top and pop the whole thing in the microwave for 3 minutes. There's no need to add any oil (although you can melt butter in the lid as well).

This Egg Mold Makes Your Lunch More Exciting

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OK, technically, a hard-boiled egg that isn't shaped like a T rex skull tastes the same as one that is...but it's nowhere near as fun.

These Popsicle Molds Are Another Whimsical Kitchen Gadget

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Pour fruit juice or purée in the molds, stick the handles in, and pop the whole thing in the freezer overnight. The silicone molds make it super easy to remove your popsicles, and the fun shapes are a great bonus. We link to the zombie shape but there are different characters to explore there!

This Cookie Stamp Is Fully Customizable

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Stamp any message you'd like into your next batch of cookies! Simply arrange the included letters to spell out your message in the silicone mold, attach the wooden handle, and stamp away!

The Tweexy Holds Your Nail Polish for You

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This little device is great for times that you're painting your nails and don't have a flat surface handy — sitting on a bed, on public transit, at the beach — you name it! Just place the Tweexy on your hand and insert the nail polish bottle, and you're good to go.

This Water Bottle Has a Built-In Fruit Infuser

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Staying hydrated is obviously important, but sometimes water just tastes...boring. The infuser basket on this water bottle is extra long so the flavor from whatever fruits, vegetables, or herbs you add lasts way longer. It also includes an insulated cover for keeping your water cold for hours.

These Shoe Clips Light up For Safety

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Safety first! If you enjoy going for a run in the evening or early morning, it's important to wear lights and reflective gear so drivers can see you! These clips attach directly to your shoes without any adhesives and shine for up to 100 hours.

Clamshell Packaging Is No Match for The Slice Safety Cutter

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It features a high-tech ceramic blade that will never rust. There's also a built-in magnet and key-ring hole so you can keep one handy at all times.

This Sound Machine Will Lull You Right to Sleep

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It features six different soothing sounds, all of which are designed to mimic the natural environment and provide the most relaxing experience possible. It's also super small and lightweight, making it perfect for travel.

This Razor Extesion Handle Makes Shaving Much Easier

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Shaving your legs means constantly having to contort your body into a bunch of different inconvenient poses to reach every angle. This razor extension handle means less contorting!

This Handy Locator Will Help You Keep Track of All Your Stuff

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This listing is for four receivers and one remote — attach the receivers to your keychain, wallet, phone, remote, or anything else you tend to lose. Next time you can't find that item, just hit the button on the remote! No need to download an app!

This Apple Watch Stand Looks Super Sleek

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If you have an Apple Watch, you've probably noticed that charger tends to fall off your nightstand pretty much constantly. This stand includes space for the charger cord and stays exactly where you want it to be.

Keep Your Hands Free This Phone Holder

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Need a hand? How about two of 'em? This handy stand keeps your phone upright while you're cooking, reading, or watching videos. It works in both landscape and portrait mode!

The Space Pen Writes Underwater!

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And upside-down! And in zero gravity (in case you ever find yourself there)! There's basically no situation in which this pen couldn't be used to write.

This Styling Station For All Your Haircare Tools

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Raise your hand if every time you want to blow-dry your hair, you have to get down on your hands and knees and rummage through a disorganized under-the-sink space to find the thing. I thought so. This styling station eliminates that problem in one fell swoop.

This Chef'n Slicester Cheese Slicer That's a Must for Cheese Nuts

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Man, now I want some cheese.

These Moso Purifying Bags Are The Only Kind Of Charcoal You'll Actually WANT In Your Stocking

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Moso's cornered the activated charcoal market, and for good reason. Their simple, top-quality bags veritably drink in odors of all kinds, from nasty feet, to spoiled chicken. And all through the power of activated charcoal.

This Tomorrow's Kitchen Silicone Utensil Rest That Keeps Your Counters Clean(er)

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Because there's a better place to put that sauce-covered spoon than your previously clean countertop.

This Ultra-Popular Steamer Makes Laborious Ironing A Thing Of The Past

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Once relegated to dry-cleaners and high-end hotels, steamers are now smaller and cheaper than ever. Just fire up the PurSteam and run it over your clothes and watch the wrinkles fall away. It’s easier than ironing, and cheaper than running the shower on high for an hour.  

The Tubshroom Will Catch All The Hair You Shed Before It Clogs Your Pipes

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A $12 piece of silicone that'll save you hundreds in plumbing bills.

This Ultra-Cheap Can Colander Just Makes So Much Sense

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Why did I just discover this?

Keep Your Headphones in This Handy and Stylish Organizer

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No more tangled cords! Just wrap them around this stylish leather organizer and put them in your pocket. Next time you need them, simply unwrap and go!

The Mighty Handle Triples Your Lifting Power

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Anything that minimizes my grocery-carrying trips between the car and the house, I'm on board for.

These Cheap and Effective Cable Clips

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Stick these little bad boys on your desk at home or at work and your life will instantly transform. No more getting down on the ground scrounging around for your charger.

This Industrial-Strength Lightning Cable Will Charge Your Phone Forever

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Lightning cables don't HAVE to constantly destroy themselves.

This Handy Magnetic Wristband

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There's nothing worse than stopping a project to search for that crucial screw or nail. Well, with the MagnoGrip, you'll have all your necessary hardware close at hand (er, wrist). \"Find"}" data-sheets-userformat="{"2":513,"3":[null,0],"12":0}">

The Popular Tivolo Pancake Pen Will Upgrade Your Pancake Game Immediately

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Now THIS is how you pancake.

This Blind Cleaner Is the Best Tool for Your Dusty Blinds

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The microfiber sleeves are perfectly shaped to capture dust and dirt that gets trapped on your blinds. You can also use this tool to clean your A/C vents (both in your house and in your car).

This Section of Chain Mail Will Keep Your Cast Iron Spotless

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Yep, chain mail is the best way to keep your cast iron clean.