Amazon’s List of Most Wished-For Home Items Includes Some Interesting Surprises
There are a lot of tools out there that can improve our homes and lives—fancy, expensive tools that use the best of modern technology to make things faster, easier, and more efficient. But we humans are simple beings. All we really want, according to Amazon, is budget-friendly bedding and cereal on the go, and maybe an organized utility closet.
That’s right: Amazon has a section that lists the products people add the most often to registries and wish lists across all categories—and the results are definitely interesting. We took a look at the top home products and saw a nice mix of popular home necessities, as well as some surprises. Here are the 10 examples that caught our eye, in all their simple, perfect beauty. (And if you’re curious about top kitchen products, we covered that over on Kitchn!)
Pure Enrichment MistAire Ultrasonic Cool Mist Humidifier
Wouldn’t it be great if you could wake up and not have to rub seven different moisturizers all over your skin? That’s what this humidifier will do for you. Turn it on before you fall asleep, and it’ll pump a steady stream of mist into the air for up to 16 hours. It’s got an optional night light setting for calming nighttime vibes, too. (And if you want to learn more, we covered it here.)
Buy: Pure Enrichment MistAire Ultrasonic Cool Mist Humidifier, $39.99
Dash Mini Maker
Hot take: Food is better when it’s miniature. For $10, you can make all the mini waffles, paninis, and hash browns you want—recipe book included. The Mini Maker is perfect if you live alone or want a “fancy” breakfast on the go, and it comes in 10 fun colors. It also makes a great gift!
Buy: Dash Mini Maker, $14.99 $7.99
Drillbrush Power Scrubber
No more grimacing at the grout and weird stains in your shower! These no-scratch nylon bristle brushes attach to your drill so you can finally give your bathroom the deep clean you’ve been putting off—without all the sweat-inducing elbow grease. (You can read our full review of this product here.)
Buy: Drillbrush Power Scrubber, $15.95
Mellanni Sheet Set
Luxury sheet sets can really add up, but this budget-friendly alternative is a no-brainer. The highly-reviewed Mellanni sheet set comes in 43 colors and patterns, giving you plenty of options to fit your style. They’re hypoallergenic, easy to care for, and have a lifetime manufacturer guarantee. In fact, our News & Culture Editor Tara Bellucci has these sheets and wrote a full review here.
Buy: Mellanni Sheet Set, $26.72 for Queen
Amazon Basics Silicone Baking Mats
Whether you’re going the fancy route and making dozens of macarons or you just want a non-stick sheet for your weekly batch of chocolate chip cookies, these silicone mats are a steal. Unlike traditional metal sheets, they require no oil, cooking sprays, or parchment paper, so baking is a breeze.
Buy: Amazon Basics Silicone Baking Mats (set of 2), $13.99
Conair Fabric Defuzzer
This tool is a must for keeping your sweaters in good shape. As soon as your favorite cardigan starts to pill, use this defuzzer to get all the lint and fuzz off in an instant. It’s rechargeable, has three settings for a customized shave, and comes in six colors. (Hint: We wrote about it in depth here!)
Buy: Conair Fabric Defuzzer, $24.99 $22.58
Bedsure Satin Pillowcase
Did you know the material you sleep on can actually impact your skin and hair? If you want softer skin and less frizz, you might want to consider satin pillowcases—although they tend to be pretty expensive. Instead, save big with this pillowcase set. Your hair will thank you.
Buy: Bedsure Satin Pillowcase (set of 2), $9.99
Home It Mop and Broom Holder
Be honest. How clean is your cleaning supply closet? Odds are good that it could benefit from this wall-mounted tool holder. It’s got five slots for tools, plus six hooks that can hold up to 7.5 lbs each, perfect for keeping all your brooms, mops, and rags out of the way.
Buy: Home It Mop and Broom Holder, $20 $13.99
Stasher Silicone Reusable Food Bag
If you’ve been looking for more ways to live more sustainably, give these cult favorite reusable bags a go. With five sizes and seven colors available, they’re perfect for your sandwiches, cut veggies, work snacks, and more. Grab a mix of all sizes and cut single-use plastic baggies out for good.
Buy: Stasher Silicone Reusable Food Bag, $19.97 for 1/2 gallon
The CrunchCup
Yes, it’s random, but the CrunchCup is genius. Put your cereal in one container, your milk in the other, and drink out of this like you would a regular cup. Your cereal will never be soggy again, and you can enjoy your breakfast on the go.
Buy: The CrunchCup, $19.95