25 Game-Changing Home Products Our Editors Loved in 2024

There's arguably no area in the home that gets messy as quickly as the spot under your kitchen or bathroom sink. This under-sink cleaning caddy will not only keep your cleaning products organized but also allow you to easily bring them to whichever room you're cleaning. "Although it’s made to be stored under the sink, YouCopia’s SinkSuite can go anywhere that’s most convenient for you," commerce editor Britt says in her review. "I’ve kept it in the kitchen, in the bathroom, and now it’s placed in a spacious closet alongside many of our other household essentials... It fits into your lifestyle instead of forcing you to jump through hoops to make it work."

Britt also swears by the Shark Cordless Detect Pro vacuum, which won a spot on AT's Best List for the best cordless category. "What I really love about this model is that it has a tall dock that takes up less space, so it’s easier to fit in narrow areas of my home," Britt says. "The vacuum is so much quieter than I expected it to be and has done a great job picking up pet hair from my two dogs." Additionally, this pick has a self-emptying canister, self-cleaning brush roll, and a run time of up to 60 minutes.

Not only does Nori's hamper look incredibly stylish, but it also has several innovative features that set it apart from other laundry baskets, making it an easy editor favorite. “Topped with a magnetic odor-blocking lid, the interior of this hamper is wipeable and stain-resistant, making it a dream to keep clean between loads," says commerce SEO editor Sarah after testing it. Additionally, the hamper features an interior pouch that’s perfect for storing laundry pods, dryer sheets, quarters, and more. Sarah also loves its easy-to-attach wheel system. You can keep the hamper stationary in your home or easily transport it to the laundromat by laying the magnetic wheel-base attachment on the base and securing it with two side snaps.

You haven't experienced efficient cleaning until you've tried an electric scrubber. Britt tested this one from Sonic Power this year, calling it immediately impressive in its cleaning capabilities. She used the scrubber on her bathroom sink and shower walls and watched as it buffed away grime with ease. "Before my eyes, the sink stains were brushed away, including the dark spot around the drain that I thought for sure was there for good," Britt's review reads. "I usually scrub down my sink with bathroom spray and a rag, and it usually takes me a few passes to clean up the stuck-on messes. The Sonic Power Electric Scrubber took care of my entire sink in less than half the time it takes me to do it all by hand." You'll also be happy to learn that the scrubber is cordless!

Utilizing under-bed storage space is the ultimate organization hack for tiny apartments, but finding the right bins for your out-of-season items can prove difficult. Not to worry, though — we found a set that's as pretty as it is functional. These StorageWorks boxes have been lifesavers for deputy commerce editor Alicia, who praised their capacity and durability. "I tend to overpack every organizer I come in contact with, just based on the fact that I live in an apartment with not a lot of storage space, and these bins held up despite me overfilling them," she says in her review. Really, there's nothing to contemplate. Snag a set now, and neatly stow away extra clothes and linens.

Technically, you could place this slim tower fan in any room, but we deemed it a bedroom essential because it's a great way to prevent overheating throughout the night. Contributor Nic loves the fan's ability to cool down the largest room in his apartment in under five minutes, as well as its noiseless design and 90-degree oscillation. "If you’re tired of your A/C unit or just want a convenient way to keep your home cool that doesn’t add an eyesore to your window, you’re going to love this tower fan," his review reads.

Not only do you need the right bedding to ensure a positive sleep experience, but you also want effective window coverings. For light sleepers, we strongly suggest investing in blackout curtains like this Best List-winning find from Pottery Barn. "I have used these Pottery Barn curtains for over a year, and they’re not going anywhere anytime soon," Alicia says in her review. "I can’t even see my hand in front of my face." She also noted that the curtains are quite stylish, too. They're available in two calming neutral hues, so you'll easily be able to style them with other decor.

Our editors tested numerous mattresses this past year, many of them for Best List, and Beautyrest's Black Mattress won the best overall spot. Made of the brand’s Triple-Stranded Pocketed Coil Technology, the mattress provides optimal core support. Gel memory foam also contours to your shape, while temperature-regulating technology that transfers body heat away. "The triple-stranded pocketed technology absorbed any motion transfer,” says commerce SEO writer Haley, who tested the mattress. “I could bounce on one side, and the other side wouldn’t budge an inch. It’s ideal for light sleepers who share a bed — you won’t even notice someone else is there unless you reach out and touch them!”

The wrong pillow not only has the power to disrupt your sleep, but it can also cause you to overheat throughout the night. But after sleeping on Sijo's FluffBase pillow one hot summer night, Britt was pleasantly surprised to wake up and find that it had kept her cool and comfortable all night. She also noted that it provides plenty of support. "I’m not exactly a restful sleeper," she says in her review. "I tend to turn from my side to my stomach to my back at any given hour of the night (or morning), and despite all of that, Sijo’s Fluffbase pillow still provides amazing support. It’s soft, but not too soft, so I never felt like I had to squish and squeeze it to move the fill around to get comfortable." In short, the cooling eucalyptus pillow is the perfect year-round bedding stable for all kinds of sleepers.

Your sheets are essentially the foundation of your bedding setup, so it's imperative that you get the right set. We recommend something breathable, durable, and luxurious, like the Kassatex bamboo sateen sheets. Haley described them as "seriously soft" and silky but not prone to pilling like some of her other sheets. "The bamboo provides moisture-wicking and temperature-regulating properties, while the cotton adds durability and keeps things breathable," she noted in her review. "With a 300 thread count, these sheets are not only cozy, but also built to last. And that sateen weave? It gives the fabric a smooth, shiny finish that feels amazing on your skin." Even better still, you get to choose whether your set comes with a flat sheet.

Water-resistant and hangable, this toiletry bag has plenty of pockets and compartments to keep grooming products organized. It’s also made of recycled polyester and available in eight fun colors. Stephanie, AT's senior editor of cleaning and organizing, loves the bag's spacious yet compact design and water-resistant materials, among other features. "It features a convenient top grab handle, collapsible hanging hook, and a buckle, so you can easily carry it around, hang it up, or close it up with no fuss," her review reads. "I love that you can unpack your bags and take this hanging toiletry bag and put it up on the bathroom door so it’s easily accessible but also out of the way."

For those trips that don't require a full-on suitcase, you need an efficient duffle bag instead. This one was a hit with commerce assistant editor Morgan because it's under $25, looks cute, and folds up for easy storage when not in use. "After bringing it with me on my latest jaunt between New York and Texas, I was seriously impressed," she says in her review. "Three shirts, a skirt, a pair of shorts, and a light jacket fit easily, with plenty of room to spare." She also noted that the bag was surprisingly sturdy, so it'll be able to hold winter wear without issue, too.

You wouldn't think it, but finding the right travel pillow can be just as tricky as finding the perfect bed pillow. Still, the Pod pillow from Pluto manages to check all the boxes. This Best List winner impressed Britt with its adjustable hooded design, cushiony foam fill, and built-in eye mask. "On a trip from Louisiana to California, I used the POD, and although I didn’t intend on falling asleep for the entire ride, I was surprised by how soundly I slept!" she says. "The eye mask helped make it feel like I wasn’t even on a plane and blocked out the light, even with the window open. I’ve been a fan ever since!"

Soft luggage might be making a comeback, but a hard shell carry-on will never do you wrong, especially if you plan on placing it in the overhead bin. Monos' carry-on boasts a sleek, monochromatic silhouette and sustains minimal scuffing according to senior product manager Rachelle, who has brought the suitcase everywhere with her for almost three years. What's more, this pick is equipped with a telescopic handle, zipped interior panel to hold shoes, and a compression pad for the other half to maximize space. It's no wonder the carry-on won a spot on our Best List!

Finding a good travel adapter can be challenging because there are so many shoddy products out there and you won't know until they make smoke come out of your hair dryer. This is the one I've trusted for all of my international trips. Not only does it work without issue, but the budget-friendly adapter also features two USB ports in addition to the main outlet plug-in spot. It's available in 12 different styles, so you can pick the one you need based on where you're going. I've taken mine on multiple trips to Europe, and it has never failed me!

Finding the right shower caddy is important, as the wrong one can prove either too bulky, too compact, or too flimsy. Morgan likes that this one is rust-proof, with a comfortable rubber grip around the top and an adhesive hook that keeps it flush against the wall. "Even when I yank one of my shampoo bottles off of one of the shelves, it doesn’t have any jostling effect on the caddy," she says in her review. "The top shelf can easily hold over six bottles, and the same goes for the bottom one if you don’t put a bar of soap on that portion." Plus, the caddy comes in four finishes and features curved baskets for a sophisticated, slightly antique vibe.

If your bathroom is especially difficult to ventilate, consider a stone bath mat, which dries in virtually no time. Our editors are big fans of Dorai's bath stone, which won a spot on our Best List and has a rubber bottom to prevent you from slipping. Made from the brand’s patented material, Diomat — diatomaceous earth and recycled paper — it’s created to feel like natural stone. "As expected, I have had to step out of the shower to retrieve things since switching to the bath stone mat," Mark wrote in his review. "Not only do my footprints immediately disappear from the mat, but I also no longer leave water behind as I walk. So no more wiping down the floor after I dry myself off."

We knew this quaint shower curtain from West Elm’s collaboration with RHODE would be an instant hit, and it's certainly one of the most stylish options we've seen when it comes to bathroom accessories. Senior style editor Blair credits it with transforming the entire look of her bathroom. “After a lifetime of being a plain, all-white shower curtain person, I’m officially on the fun, patterned bathroom decor bandwagon, thanks to the RHODE Thistle Shower Curtain — which is also perfect for distracting from the fact that my bathroom’s absolutely impossible to keep clean,” her review reads. The curtain stuns with its marigold motif and snazzy ruffles. Plus, it’s machine-washable!

This simple but ingenious Yamazaki find has been a game-changer in my bathroom. My under-sink drawers don't have space for extra toilet paper, but the rolls looked bad sitting on the floor in their plastic packaging. With this solution, I'm able to store up to three rolls compactly; plus, the organizer matches my minimalist bathroom to a tee. If you also have a tiny bathroom, I highly recommend snagging a toilet paper stocker of your own.

This 30-inch-tall towel rack can hold anything from rolled-up towels to blankets to yoga mats, and it only comes out about 6 inches from the wall, so it doesn't jut out too far into the space. When Morgan installed it in her wall, she was happy to find that the rack effortlessly held all of her thick bath towels, which, in turn, freed up tons of space in her linen closet. "The design of the rack itself is minimalist and no-frills, and the gold color actually creates an air of glam in the tiny space," she wrote in her review. "When rolled up and compact, my white towels almost blend into the wall. They don’t budge from where they’re stacked — when I pull one towel out, it doesn’t dislodge the others. I can fit at least five of my fluffiest, extra-long towels, and they’re all within reaching distance from the shower."

Govee’s smart lamp will instantly step up your space’s ambiance, a fact Haley can attest to. "The moody ambiance it adds to my home is worth every penny," she wrote in her review of the lamp. "I usually set it to a warm white color, but when I’m hosting friends for a party, I activate its music-syncing feature and enjoy the fun light show." Indeed, you can customize the lamp's hue via a voice control device or an app — there are 16 million color options — and it’ll even sync with music or game audio. Plus, it's extremely narrow, so it's great for cramped rooms.

I swapped my previous living room rug with this Loloi pick and couldn’t be happier with my choice. The stain-resistant Sorrento rug is low pile, so it’s super easy to vacuum, and it’s surprisingly soft. I got it in the bark/natural color, which blends in perfectly with my neutral decor scheme. I adore the rug’s vintage-inspired print, which adds a pop of texture to its surroundings. And, after a year of having two cats in my apartment, I'm happy to report that the rug is also pet-friendly and has held up incredibly well.

We count home fragrances as decor because they truly have the power to transform the mood of an entire room. For seamless home scenting, multiple of our staffers count on Aera's automated diffuser. The brand has countless scents to choose from, and you can control the diffuser from its app and come home to a fresh-smelling apartment. "Mine will run for 60 days before it needs to be replaced," says Emma, AT's Marketing & Brand Partnerships Coordinator, in her review. "Like surround sound, the scent diffuses evenly throughout the room, with no obvious source. Because the droplets are so small (in fact, 100 times smaller than the average aerosol droplet), they burst quickly and release pure fragrance molecules. I kind of can’t wait to dazzle my guests with that info when they ask why my apartment smells so good."

After seeing these gorgeous battery-operated sconces on Instagram, Sarah knew she needed to have them in her home. "Featuring stunning brass hardware and an intricate glass tulip shade, these sconces look like something you’d find tucked away at your favorite antique shop," she says. "Best of all, the battery-operated pick is also remote-controlled, allowing you to power them on and off, adjust the color temperature, dim them, and set a timer, all at your convenience." Sarah also noted that the sconces have durable glass shades and that mounting them to the wall on either side of her TV was no hassle at all.

Perhaps you're okay with your actual light fixture looks, but not the space around it. There are easy fixes you can make, like adding one of these vintage-inspired ceiling medallions to your central ceiling light. Contributor Sarah has purchased three of them for three different rooms, noting that they look way more expensive than their $38. "When surrounded by the right decor, these medallions definitely pass as authentic (most of my guests assume they’re original — the biggest compliment!) and make my ceiling look much more 'finished,'" her review reads. "Sticking with the same medallion style in each room is my trick; the fact that they match makes them seem like they’ve just been there all along."