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Because who wants to do chores when you can sit on the couch?

There are two kinds of people in this world: people who enjoy spending hours on tedious tasks… and people who would rather outsource, automate, or shortcut literally all of them. If you fall into the second category, this list is packed with smart little products — from self-cleaning litter boxes and handheld steam cleaners to heatless curlers and paper air fryer liners — designed to help you get things done faster, easier, and with way less effort. 

Promising review: "This product actually works! Very affordable, too. There are plenty of expensive teeth-whitening products out there, but why spend extra money when you don't have to? Definitely worth trying!" —Mona L Cureton

Get it from Amazon for $9.95 (also available in multipacks).

Promising reviews: "These are exactly like the Scrub Daddy's. Only hella cheaper." —kr425

"I had low expectations for this. But I'm really happy to find that they do work really well for a much better price than the name brand. It's pretty much the same as the name-brand damp duster except that the grooves are slightly wider. Dusted tops and fronts of my cabinets in about five minutes, but I'm most impressed with how well it removes pet hair from my couch and clothes, even better than sticky rollers. I have Pomeranians blowing out their winter undercoats, so it's my new fav thing." —onon

Get it from Amazon for $7.99+ (available in packs of two, four, and eight and in five colors).

Just spray on (don't add water until you rinse!) and wipe. 

Promising review: "What doesn't it do? I absolutely love this product. It works great on dishes and pretty much anything you want to clean! Soap scum; gone! Laundry stains; bye! Baseboards/woodwork sparkle! Sneakers, yup! I hate cleaning, so anything that makes it easier. ❤️" —Kimba

Get the starter kit (with one reusable spray bottle and one refill) from Amazon for $8.44 (also available in other pack styles and apple scent).

Promising review: "It's really nice! It goes on super fast right after a shower, and my skin feels very soft all day. At first, there is a bit of an oily feeling, but it soaks in quickly. I definitely can tell a difference in my skin since using this. A little goes a long way, too, so a bottle has lasted me much longer than I figured it would." —	Erin the librarian

Get it from Amazon for $9.99 (also available in a coconut oil version and multipacks). 

Check out a TikTok of the veggie chopper in action. 

Promising review: "This is one of my absolute favorite kitchen tools! This is right up there with my stand mixer. I save hours a week using this for dinner prep. I HATE cutting up veggies for dinner, and this makes it fast and fun! I can’t believe I didn’t buy one years ago. This is worth every penny. Easy to use, and I can just throw it in the dishwasher for cleanup. I’m obsessed. I will be buying these as gifts. This is an absolute must-have for everyone." —Reviewer

Get it from Amazon for $29.99+ (available in five sizes and four colors).

Promising review: "The Hanni Shave Pillow is truly life-changing. I can never go back now. It is so convenient. You can shave dry or wet with it. The stick applicator is so easy to use. It glides right on. It helps me get the closest and smoothest shave ever. It also doesn't need to be rinsed off. You just rub it in, and it doubles as a moisturizer — you don't even need moisturizer after! The stick's ability to use dry and its moisturizing properties make it perfect for on-the-go travel use as well. Such a time saver and great quality, too. I can't decide if discovering this product was good because I love it so much, or bad because now I can never live without it!" —Amazon Customer

Promising review: "WHERE HAS THIS BEEN ALL MY LIFE???! Holy cow, I didn't realize how easy and quick it was to clean a garbage disposal until I bought this product! Typically, I'd just use vinegar and baking soda down the drain and call it good. I didn't know that there was an actual disposal cleaning product available until I stumbled across it through a BuzzFeed article. I had to try it. The instructions are very simple. It literally takes five minutes and some hot water and VOILA! you have a clean, no-longer-stinky garbage disposal. Any time I got a whiff of an odor, all I did was drop one of these packs in the disposal and the smell was GONE! Plus, the blue foam bubbling in the sink was amusing to watch. Worth every penny!!" —VadersGirl

Get a pack of 12 from Amazon for $16.61.

This rhubarb-scented paste has just enough grit to be tough on stains but gentle on your belongings. 

Promising review: "Oh my gosh — this stuff is a life changer! Used it to get my fiberglass shower totally clean. Nothing else would get it done, and this stuff brought my shower back to near new in one use. We’ve since cleaned a weird, chalky film off our garage door, removed wall markings, and cleaned my storm door. We’ll never be without a jar (or three) of this stuff. Worth every penny." —Nancy F.

Promising review: "I didn’t think I would ever be so excited about such a thing as washing machine cleaning tablets. I also never realized how dirty my washing machine was. It now sparkles, doesn’t smell musty, and has removed so much gunk from around the drum/gasket. You should get these." —AVDW

Get a pack of six from Amazon for $11.98 (also available in packs of three and five). 

Read our review of Affresh cleaning tablets!

Promising reviews: "I’m so glad I discovered this cleanser. The plumbing backed up…the smell lingered after several cycles with bleach, baking soda, vinegar, and dishwasher detergent. I almost gave in to purchasing a new dishwasher before discovering Affresh Dishwasher Cleaner. It worked after the first use. I now use it monthly." —lejay

Get a pack of six tablets from Amazon for $8.98.

If you'd prefer a reusable option, check out these silicone air fryer liners. 

Promising review: "These are lifesavers! Makes clean up seem unnecessary. For real. I use the air fryer a lot. I love cooking salmon brushed with olive oil. These liners keep a good 97% of anything from being in the bottom. Maybe more. When you think about how many liners you get, it's really not a bad deal for how much it helps." —Kim Kelly

Get them from Amazon for $8.99+ (available in two sizes and packs of 100, 150, or 300).

This is made with a bamboo handle and powder-coated steel. Grampa's Weeder is a family-owned small biz that sells tools to make weeding easier.

Promising review: "Oh my god, I friggin' love this tool. I bought this on a whim, given that we bought our first house and know nothing about caring for a yard. Boy, has it come in handy. Our new house had a ton of weeds in the front yard and this tool helped me get most of them out in no time. In fact, the process of yanking out the weeds was strangely satisfying! I don't think anyone can say that weeding is fun, but this tool made it as close to fun as you can get, especially when you see a long root along with the weed you pulled." —JG

I (Bek) cook with a shocking amount of garlic, and I always hated dealing with my old garlic press. This one-piece solution is SO much better than the old-school tool! You simply place your peeled garlic under and rock at an angle; it minces just the same. This also comes with a (TBH, very cute) scraper *and* a silicone sleeve that'll help you peel your cloves in an instant.

Promising review: "I like garlic very much, so I use this garlic press every day. It works very well, is easy to use, and is easy to clean. Compared with the garlic press I used before, this is more labor-saving and comfortable." —Jessica

Get it from Amazon for $7.99+ (available in two colors).

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 $12.99.

Promising review: "For anyone with long hair, drainage clogging in the shower is a pain. So THANKS to whoever thought of such a simple but clever solution. They stick perfectly and the glue lasts like three weeks. It literally does not let a hair pass, and it's just so easy to place and remove. I wish I had known about this product before! A must-buy." —MER

Get a 25-pack from Amazon for $11.99 (also available in a 50-pack and 100-pack).

The set comes with a 2-inch flat brush, a 4-inch flat brush, and a round brush. The drill isn't included, but you can grab a basic Black and Decker one ($29 on Amazon) that'll do the trick.

Promising review: "I thought my hard water stains would never come off my shower doors, but I bought this awesome brush set, and it's amazing! I’ve tried all the hacks — dryer sheets, clean erasers, lemon, vinegar — nothing works like this brush! I used Zep shower cleaner with it! In the picture, the side on the right is the part of the door I cleaned, and I still have to clean the left side." —Traci D.

Get it from Amazon for $19.95+ (available in seven colors and stiffness levels).

Juno & Co. is a small business specializing in personal care and skincare products. 

Promising review: "I LOVE THIS PRODUCT!!!! I found it on TikTok, and OMG!! It works so well. I don't have to sit there and rub the crap out of my eyelashes to get the waterproof mascara off. I will admit it doesn't take 100% of the makeup off, but about 95% of my makeup comes off. It is not water-resistant, as emulsifying it with water helps take the makeup off. I have not found a better makeup remover, and yes, that includes micellar water (which also works well but leaves my skin feeling oily). With this cleansing balm, my face feels hydrated and smooth. LOVE LOVE LOVE IT!!!!!!!! 1000/10 would recommend!!!" —Deetje Frederick

Promising review: "I hate tying my shoes. I really do. As a result, I don't really stray from slip-ons, flats, flip-flops, etc. These made it so sneakers are part of my world again. I know it seems like a little thing, but these made me so happy." —Amazon Customer

Get them from Amazon for $9.99 (available in 39 colors). 

I (Bek) have this brush and REFUSE to use anything else. I have no idea how it works so well, but it doesn't pull or break on even super knotty hair. I could even start brushing top to bottom without hitting any snags. Because I have fine, wavy hair, brushing is usually painful and leads to a lot of breakage — not so with this one!

Promising review: "I have very thick hair, and after blow drying, my hair becomes this huge lion's mane. It also takes me a good 20 minutes to dry my hair. I used this with a little skepticism, but I am so glad I was wrong. It dried my hair in half the time, and my hair looks like I passed a straightening iron through it. I didn't even put any product in it just to test it out, and my hair feels so smooth. Even all the wispies that I usually have are much more under control." —Rachel

Get it from Amazon for $7.38+ (available in five colors).

Promising review: "Best. Thing. Ever. This product works like a charm. It gets the sand from between their pads and is gentle enough that even my most stubborn pup tolerates it! I have a terrier/schnauzer who likes to dig, a mini golden doodle who is prissy about her paws, and a standard Labradoodle puppy who is still very fuzzy. We have a farm where it is extremely sandy, and we stay in a travel trailer. The amount of sand they were tracking into the camper was ridiculous. It takes me three minutes to clean and dry off all of their paws. Seriously, the best purchase I have made!" —Rachel

Get it from Amazon for $7.70+ (available in three sizes and 10 colors).

Promising review: "Such a lifesaver. I find this meal planner super helpful. I love the side-by-side for the menu and shopping list. Soo much easier for me. Plus, they come in cute color combos, and the back has a magnet to put it right on the refrigerator." —Amazon Customer

Get it from Amazon for $9.95 (available in five styles).

PS: All removable, nonstick parts on this sandwich maker are dishwasher-safe. 

Promising review: "My college daughter loves this sandwich maker! It's quick and simple and requires no more than an outlet, though I do recommend spraying non-stick on the plates once in a while, or at least wiping them with a touch of Crisco. This makes cleaning it easier, too. Makes sandwiches just like the fast food joint but at far less cost, and you can do it in your jammies!" —AZDonnamae

Get it from Amazon for $26.99+ (available in five colors).

They also come in an XL version if you've got a whole lot of hair! 

Promising reviews: "Easy effortless blowout overnight! I love how chunky they are, definitely more of a blowout than a curl, but I prefer it." —Shan

"I have naturally curly hair (3b/c). I blow-dried my hair to stretch it and then rolled it in. I used two packs because I have thick hair. I slept with them in with a satin bonnet on. I took them out the next day and brushed them with a Mason Pearson brush. I loved the result." —Brandy Edwards

Get them from Amazon for $15.87+ (available in sets of four or six and in two colors).

Reviewers love this because it doesn't require you to "smart enable" other parts of your home.

Promising review: "This is exactly what I was looking for, and I had no idea it existed until I saw someone mention it on TikTok! Our front walkway gets pretty dark at night, and I was frustrated with trying to remember to turn on the light every evening and off every morning. I looked into those light sensors you can plug in, but our front porch light is under an awning with enough shade that it would have kept the light on 24/7. This little Switchbot solved the problem. I applied it to the indoor light switch and set the time on my phone. It has worked perfectly ever since." —Alecia McLochlin

Get it from Amazon for $25.99+ (available in white and black). 

Promising review: "Not sure why I didn’t know about this nifty gadget before! I’m obsessed!! I make jalapeño poppers AT LEAST once a week, and it has always been a little time-consuming! This gadget has cut my prep time by more than half!!! Such great quality and love that it’s dishwasher safe! You don’t have to work hard to get stems and seeds out. Only takes about 10–15 seconds per pepper, and it’s completely cleaned out! Would definitely recommend to everyone!!!" —Amazon Customer

This set includes five microfiber duster sleeves that can be washed and reused, along with a tiered plastic base.

Promising review: "OK, I'll be honest, I ordered this because of the price. After reviewing several other options and having been disappointed with previous dusters I've had, I figured, why spend more money on something that isn't going to work? So I ordered the least expensive option, but WOW does this little tool rock!!!! It's very easy to use and clean. It does a fantastic job of cleaning and dusting the blinds and gets ALL of the crud off of them. My blinds haven't been this clean since the day they were first installed. VERY happy with purchase." —Amazon Shopper

Get the six-piece set from Amazon for $7.99 (available in two colors).

It comes with three detailing attachments (a flathead, extendable, and brush nozzle attachment). You also get a carrying bag, filter brush, and spare HEPA filter. Plug it into the 12V aux outlet in your car, and the 16-foot cord will give you enough slack needed to clean the entire vehicle!

Promising review: "I’m really happy with this car vacuum. It’s lightweight, easy to use, and surprisingly powerful for its size. It picks up dirt, crumbs, and even small debris without any problem. The long cord makes it easy to reach all areas of the car, including the trunk." —Yosvany alonso

Get it from Amazon for $18.99+ (available in two colors).

Promising review: "I can't give this robot vac/mop enough stars. Absolutely love this thing. So easy to use and to schedule tasks using the app on my phone. We have an English Bulldog who I thought shed a lot. Then, we got a German Shepherd and oh my the hair!!! I was sweeping and vacuuming, plus using a Swiffer for pets every day, and still could not keep up with all the shedding. If I missed a day, it was horrible. I set this vac to run every day, and there is so much less pet hair. This is the best purchase ever!!!" —Stephanie Thomason

Get it from Amazon for $429.99 (available in two colors).

Check out our write-up of this magical fabric defuzzer! The battery-operated model requires two AA batteries that aren't included!

Promising review: "OK, I don’t normally rave about things like this. I bought this on a whim in a last attempt to save my favorite duvet cover. The pills had gotten to the point where it was seriously uncomfortable to sleep with them getting all up in my leg space. I thought I was going to have to get a new duvet cover entirely. Along came this lil' baby. Not only is my duvet cover basically brand-new, but I have found a new hobby. I’m depilling everything. Sweatshirts, leggings, blankets, socks, anything that looks like it needs some love. It does the job quickly and leaves everything looking fresh. Hi, I’m obsessed. I can’t stop. I should send this back. I’ve started asking if my neighbors need anything depilled. I’m going to buy one of these for everyone in my life. Everyone needs to own this. Take it away from me." —Sydney Jensen

Get it from Amazon for $7.55+ (available in two colors).

Promising review: "This is the easiest and most thorough way to keep your makeup brushes clean. It makes quick work of cleaning even those brushes full of foundation and facial oil. For me, washing them in a mixture of soap and vinegar gets them squeaky clean. The spin dry feature is a game changer!" —Peabird

Get it from Amazon for $21.99 (available in four colors). 

The kit comes with one Baseboard Buddy and three reusable pads, which can be used wet or dry. 

Promising review: "For many, this may seem like a waste of money. Not for me. I am over 65 and have difficulty getting up and down from the floor. As a result, my baseboards did not get dusted as frequently as the rest of the house. This made it so much easier for me." —retired

Promising review: "The cordless design adds a level of convenience that I didn’t know I needed. It allows me to move freely without being tethered to an outlet, making it easy to clean hard-to-reach areas. The battery life is impressive, providing ample time to complete my cleaning tasks on a single charge. Another aspect I love is the ergonomic design. The handle is comfortable to hold, and the lightweight construction ensures that my arm doesn’t get tired, even during extended cleaning sessions. The different brush heads are easy to swap out and clean, adding to the overall user-friendly experience." —K.L.P.

Promising review: "I am always skeptical of products that have so many reviews and are hyped up on social media. However, I was very surprised by how well this works. I have arthritis in my fingers, and it is difficult for me to scrub crevices and to do a lot of housework, but this tool is saving my hands! It is really powerful and digs into small areas like between faucet handles and the sink drain holes. I am actually going to buy more of them so that I can use them in the kitchen and bathroom. I even tried to use it on the soles and edges of my white Nike Air Force Ones, and it was so easy to clean them!" —D Lee

Check out one BuzzFeeder's full review of the Rubbermaid Power Scrubber

Promising review: "The double hooks are genius. So much easier to remove for cleaning the shower curtain now. Those clips on more common models never seem to work quite right. Simple but effective!" —John A Windus

Get it from Amazon for $6.99+ (available in 13 finishes).

The hands-free cleaning cycle runs 20 minutes after your cat leaves the litter box, moving their waste to a leak-proof, odor-controlled, and disposable tray underneath. Also grab a bag of scoop-free crystal litter and tray refills, too. 

Promising reviews: "This litter box is a must for any busy family that struggles to keep up with the daily maintenance of having a cat and a litter box! It works well, and my cat is always so happy having a clean litter box." —Kelsey Decker

"I rarely write product reviews, but this litter box actually made a huge difference for my house! I have had a cat for about 10 years, who decides to do the number two about 2 feet outside the litter box. He has ALWAYS done this, no matter what type of litter or box. I even asked my vet about it, and his response was, 'Some cats are just jerks.' 😂 Then I got this litter box. For the first time EVER, he does ALL of his business in the box! And there is no odor at all!! I love it so much, I have two. Would highly recommend!!" —Emily Stokes

Get it from Amazon for $119.95+ (available in two styles). 

Promising review: "It works better than expected. The microwave looks very clean. I used to use a wet sponge to clean. However, it would take a couple of rounds to get the whole microwave clear of debris. Angry Mama works in one round of heating, and the overall cleanliness is better. This has saved me time and lots of elbow grease." —Mikayla

Get it from Amazon for $5.99+ (available in five colors). 

Promising review: "I'm an old school cook, so I was skeptical about purchasing this product. However, I have arthritis and now that I am retired, I am always on the lookout for products to make meal prep easier for me. My husband and I have a big breakfast every morning and we enjoy pancakes. This dispenser made pancake-making much easier. I love it. What I was very impressed with was that the batter flows so easily through the container. The dispenser makes the size of the pancakes uniform and even. Cleaning it was very easy. Nothing to it! I appreciate that this product is brightly colored, as I have a bright kitchen with Fiestaware. This dispenser matches my kitchen decor, too. Yay." —Kevin and Mari Cornish

Get it from Amazon for $23.99 (available in four colors). 

Promising review: "Cleaned stove top and the hood vents. Then, I had to clean the sticky grease from the sink. Worked very easily and without chemicals. Easy to use and to refill. The attachments make various jobs easy to clean." —Lori

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