Stop wasting money around your home & check out these genius things

This power strip has three smart outlets and two USB ports that you can control with your voice or the free app. Each of the three outlets are individually controlled so you can turn one off at a time to save money on devices you’re not using. It’s compatible with Alexa and Google Assistant so you can turn on lights, devices, or appliances from anywhere.

Stop hiring expensive plumbers every time your shower drain gets clogged and get this protector to prevent clogs before they happen. Made of stainless steel with a rubber guard, it sits in the drain and features a mesh middle that collects hair and debris before they can get into your pipes. All you have to do is pull it out and remove the hair, and you’ve saved yourself time and money.

If you always notice food rotting or going bad before you can get to eat it, you need to check out these produce savers. They absorb ethylene gas from your crisper drawer, refrigerator shelf, or fruit bowl to keep your fruits and veggies fresher or longer. Each packet can last up to three months.

Talk about genius home products — tape this smart button pusher to a light or device with the included 3M sticker, and it connects to an app, Alexa, or Google Home so you can turn things on and off from anywhere. If used twice a day, the battery can last 600 days. You can even use the app to schedule the button pusher to work on whichever days/times you want.

This container was specifically designed to keep your deli meats and cheeses fresher for longer. It has a totally airtight silicone-sealed lid that prevents leaks and maintains optimal freshness. You can even use dry erase markers on the lid to write what’s inside and when you bought it to keep yourself organized.

While blackout curtains can be used to block light for a more peaceful sleep, did you know they can also help save you money? They’re made with two layers of triple weave blackout fabric that can help keep the sun out and indoors cool during the summer. They even cut down on noise pollution coming in from outside, yet another handy feature that earned these a 4.8-star rating after 75,000 reviews.

This bottle emptying kit comes with six size adapters and two base caps that can be used on almost any plastic bottle to secure it upside down and make sure you can get every single last drop out of your soap, shampoo, lotion — you name it. Let gravity do the work and save money without even trying.

These food-safe baking mats are reusable so you can stop spending money on parchment paper or aluminum foil. They’re heat-resistant up to 480 degrees and are great for baking cookies, roasting veggies, or doing other kinds of food prep. Plus, they clean easily with soap and water to reuse.

Swap out your paper napkins with these reusable napkins and save money while feeling classy as hell. They’re made of a cotton and polyester blend that’s absorbent, soft, and wrinkle-resistant. Beyond being practical, they’re an expensive-seeming (yet cheap!) addition to your tablescape whether you’re having friends over or just cooking at home.

This drying rack mounts directly onto the wall and can hold up to 220 pounds of clothes so you can finally skip the dryer and air dry your clothes so they maintain their high quality way longer. The drying rack has three arms that can be expanded or folded depending on how much stuff you have. It can be used indoors or outdoors.

These reusable scrubbing pads can replace all your scrubbing sponges and scouring pads to save you money and be a little more environmentally friendly at the same time. They’re made of cotton and a non-toxic hardener that will scrub your dishes clean without scratching your surfaces. To reuse, just pop them on the top tray of your dishwasher.

Storing your produce in these containers can help keep your fruits and veggies longer because they have built-in colanders. They make it easy to rinse and wash fruit and then add directly to an airtight container, where the fruit is elevated from any lingering water to keep them from browning.

In the colder or hotter months when your heat or air conditioning is blasting at home, one way to save yourself some money on that bill is to seal your windows with this transparent tape. It’s a great solution to seal during seasons you won’t be opening the window. It’s airtight and water tight and helps maintain your desired temperature inside.

These cheap draft stoppers can make a huge difference when it comes to your cleaning bill and your utility bill. They use adhesive tape to stick on the bottom of the door, and they keep dust and bugs at bay while helping keep the seasons outside to save you money on your heating or cooling bill.

Cleaning out your gutters before it gets so bad you have to hire someone — or worse, there’s a leak — is essential to saving money, and this gutter scoop makes it so easy. It has a long handle that keeps your hand elevated from the gunk and an extended tongue that reaches deep into the gutter to get everything out.

Get the most out of your leftovers with these freezer block makers. Simply add a plastic bag inside the contraption, fill it with broth, soup, or anything else and put it into the freezer. It freezes into the shape of the block, so you can easily stack them in the freezer and make the most of your space.

Not only is trapped lint a fire hazard, but it also makes your dryer run slower and less effectively. Save yourself time and effort by cleaning it regularly with this cleaning kit. It comes with a large hose that attaches to your vacuum to remove lint from deep inside the dryer as well as a brush that helps remove clogged lint from the lint trap.

These LED bulbs can turn any light into a smart light. They connect to an app (or Google Assistant or Amazon Alexa) to easily customize timers and brightness. And, of course, they can be controlled from anywhere. For a touch of fun, they also feature up to 16 million color options and a range of color temperatures.

Even if it’s in an airtight container, brown sugar has a habit of hardening. These sugar savers make that problem an issue of the past, so you don’t have to buy a new bag every time you’re in the mood to bake chocolate chip cookies. These discs couldn’t be easier to use — just place one in water to moisten it, then add it in with your brown sugar. These discs can also be baked to help keep crackers and chips fresh and crunchy.

Control your lights, appliances, and devices up to 100 feet away with this remote control outlet plug. It converts any outlet into a smart-ish outlet making it way more convenient to turn things on and off from anywhere without the need for a smart hub or even Wi-Fi. It can help you save on your energy and electric bill to make sure things are completely off when you’re not using them.

This electric blanket heats up really quickly to 10 different levels to save you money on a heating bill when the colder months come around. It plugs directly into the wall and has five timer settings — from one hour to eight hours — and gets up to 122 degrees to keep you warm without blasting the heat.

This vacuum sealer machine was designed for dry and moist food to lock in freshness and defend against freezer burn so your leftovers are actually delicious and fresh instead of destined for the trash. It’s wildly easy to use and weighs less than 3 pounds so you can carry it around and clean it.

Make sure you can get every last drop out of your laundry detergent with this stand. The key is that it holds the bottle at an angle so all the liquid moves toward the dispenser. It comes with a strap to fasten the bottle to the stand, and it even has a built-in cup holder and drip tray to keep your laundry room mess-free.

If you have a Keurig, you know that K-Cups are way more expensive than bagged coffee, tea, or cocoa, but with these reusable K-Cups, you can buy the same stuff you always did. Compatible with over 40 different kinds of Keurig machines, these high-quality, BPA-free stainless steel K-Cups have bestseller status on Amazon and over 11,000 five-star ratings.

This heavy-duty outlet is controlled with an app to turn your devices on and off from anywhere and schedule timers, which is great for outdoor lighting, sprinklers, and more. It has three plugs, a secure mounting bracket, and is totally waterproof so it’s safe to leave outdoors no matter the weather. It’s even compatible with Alexa and Google assistant.

Ditch the single-use paper towels and use these microfiber cleaning cloths instead. They come in a roll, just like paper towels, so you can keep them close at hand. Each cloth in this roll of 75 can be washed and reused 150 times, and they’re highly absorbent yet effective when dry, too, so they’re extremely versatile. It’s no wonder they have a 4.8-star rating on Amazon.

Tackle the problem of a clogged drain before it becomes plumber-level problematic with these snakes. Each one in this three-pack has an easy-turn handle and plenty of barbs on the 25-inch long, bendy arm to grip hair and other grime. Now, your water can flow freely without the use of chemicals or a pricey contractor bill.

Herbs notoriously like to wilt in the fridge, but this herb keeper genuinely keeps greens fresh for weeks at a time — even delicate ingredients like dill and parsley. Made of glass with a stainless steel core and breathable lid, this herb saver holds a bit of water at the bottom to keep herbs crisp and flavorful for up to a month.

These wool dryer balls have a ton of benefits. First of all, they save you from buying single-use dryer sheets all the time. Secondly, they help to fluff and lift laundry in the dryer, which can help reduce the time you need to have them in there, which can save big bucks on your electricity bill. These balls are an Amazon shopper favorite, too, with 63,000 five-star ratings and bestseller status.

If you don’t feel like cooking, this cookbook with easy, budget-friendly recipes will help save you from picking up the phone and ordering delivery. This cookbook promises 100 recipes that require less than 15 minutes of prep work and no fancy ingredients or a ton of time, such as shrimp and avocado salad with sweet corn and a fried egg and greens breakfast sandwich. Meanwhile, it’ll still deliver on flavor, all while saving you dough.

Extend the life of your bar soap with these soap bags. Each one in this two-pack holds a full bar (and then some) and helps the soap to lather up and exfoliate your skin, so a little bit can go a long way. These bags are especially useful for those little leftover nubbins of soap — throw them all in one bag so absolutely nothing goes to waste.

Food is expensive these days, so keep your groceries and meal plan in check with this magnetic meal planning pad. It has 50 pages of tear-off sheets, so you can write your grocery list on one side and breakfasts, lunches, and dinners on the other to keep yourself organized and honest.

“More importantly for the cost, this thing is saving me lots of money with the programming mode,” one reviewer wrote about this thermostat. “There are three times that you can program: wake, sleep, and away. It also has Mon - Fri and Weekend mode. Great for programming around peak electrical hours, and making it nice and cool for sleep.” This thermostat is easy to program to save you big money on your bills, and reviewers also noted it’s easy to install so you can start cutting your bills ASAP.

Skip the single-use plastic zip-top food storage bags, and use these BPA-free PEVA bags instead. This 10-pack comes with three different sizes (gallon, sandwich, and snack), so you can use these for literally anything from freezing leftovers to packing food in your lunch. They’re thick and leakproof, so there’s nothing to worry about.

If you have unused rooms or just spaces that heat and cool unevenly in your home, these vent covers will be a game-changer. They’re made of thick, strong magnetic material, so all you have to do is slap one over unneeded vents so that expensive air goes only where you need it. These covers come in five sizes but can also easily be trimmed for a custom fit.

Leaks can quickly cause damage, but these water detectors can tell you as soon as one starts. If you’re home, a loud alarm will go off to let you know about an issue, and if you’re not, you can set it up to alert your phone. Multiple reviewers noted they forgot they even had them, and then an alarm went off alerting them to leaks by their pipes, water, heater, and toilet, so they could address the issue ASAP, saving tons in damages.

Skip the extra loads of laundry without ruining your delicate clothing with these laundry bags. Made of a durable, fine honeycomb mesh, these bags have an auto-locking zipper to keep the contents inside secure. One reviewer raved, “These allow me to wash delicates with normal loads, reducing both work and money spent on energy and detergent. They're a real game changer and they pay for themselves eventually.”

These jar spatulas are high-quality, which makes this five-pack a total steal. Each one is made from durable silicone with a forever warranty, and you’ll definitely use them over and over again. Four of the spatulas are over 11 inches long and the other is just over 8 inches, and each piece has a different head to get every last bit of product out of a jar, whether it’s mayo, peanut butter, jam, or even lotion.

The No. 1 part of saving money, especially at home, is getting your finances in order, and this budget planner can help you do so. It has a layout and enough pages to keep you going for a year, and a place for you to keep track of financial goals, savings, expenses, bills, and debts. It also comes with two pages of stickers so it can even make money fun.

Not only will this food wrap save you money by keeping you from buying plastic wrap and aluminum foil, it’s also an eco-friendly alternative to those single-use items. Made from organic cotton, beeswax, tree resin, and organic plant oils, these wraps can be wetted, used, handwashed, and reused for a year to keep your food fresher for longer.

“After a week of use, I’ve noticed less dust settling around the room, and the air even feels fresher, especially in the living room where the fan runs daily. They’re completely unscented, which is a huge plus for anyone sensitive to fragrances,” one shopper raved about these fan filters. Each one in this five-pack can be stuck onto your ceiling fan blades, and as the fan rotates, they’ll pick up dust. They’re an easy, fragrance-free way to help limit the amount of dust in your space without a pricy plug-in filter or constantly running the vacuum.

Whether your garbage company charges you for organic recycling or you have a garden that you’re looking to enhance on the cheap, this compost bin will save you dough. Made of durable stainless steel, this best-selling bin holds 1.3 gallons and features charcoal filters to keep your kitchen odor-free.

This smart register vent has a high-precision temperature sensor that can automatically turn off and on to pull every last bit of hot or cold air into your room, keeping it at the optimal temperature. It’s controlled via remote, and is super easy to install and use. “As soon as I installed these (which was as simple as dropping them in the vent hole and plugging them in) I began to feel a difference in the room. Its now the same temperature upstairs and down, which is amazing. I run the AC far less and the downstairs doesn't have to be freezing just to make it bearable upstairs,” one reviewer proclaimed.

Keep hard-to-store produce and half-used cans of food fresher for longer with the help of these Food Huggers. Each BPA-free silicone piece seals in the freshness, and unlike plastic wrap, they’re easy to simply wash and reuse. These food savers come in five sizes to fit everything from a little cucumber to a big bell pepper.

Saving $1,000 can sound really intimidating, but when you break it down into little $40 increments, it can feel nice and breezy. This little binder comes with easy-to-follow instructions and 25 pockets so you can stash away cash. At the end of this undated challenge, you’ll be surprised how easy it was to save big bucks.

Don’t call the plumber every time you have a little crack in your caulk, use this sealant instead. It’s easy to apply, comes out quickly, and is dried and water-resistant in just 30 minutes. It’s a bestseller on Amazon and is backed by over 23,000 five-star ratings.

With a near-perfect rating, this dishwasher magnet is so simple yet so effective at keeping you from running the dishwasher when the contents are already clean or dirtying up freshly washed cookware. It has a simple sliding design, and while it is magnetic, it also comes with stickers and a magnetic piece so it can go on any dishwasher.

Lotions, moisturizers, and other skincare products can be expensive, so make sure you’re using every last drop with these makeup spatulas. One is 6 inches and one is 12 inches, but both are slim and flexible to fit in any kind of container, even tiny foundation or lip gloss tubes. And then you can use the silicone heads for easy application on your skin.

Have an extra hand in the kitchen as you stash away leftovers with these baggie racks. They make it so much easier to stash your food, whether you’re trying to marinade chicken (instead of buying pricey pre-flavored meat) or save food scraps to make stock later.

Save money on your water bills with this shower head. It has a high pressure so you can get a thorough scrubbing right away, and it has eight different jet modes including a pause mode, which allows you to stop the water while you shave your legs or wait for a hair mask to set. It has a power washing mode, too, so you can skip other cleaning tools for your tub.

Keep your pantry staples fresher for longer while also making them more visible and organized with this 24-piece set of airtight containers. They’re airtight with flip-top lids for easy access while still keeping your items as good as the day you bought them. These containers also come with chalkboard labels so you can label and date everything.

Skip the contractors and spruce up your home yourself with this caulk trim. It’s a flexible tape with self-adhesive that fills in the gaps and a wedge shape, which is great for bathrooms and other areas with awkward spaces.

That half-used can of cream of mushroom soup or the partially eaten fruit cocktail doesn’t have to go to waste — these silicone lids can keep the contents fresh. Best of all, they’re reusable and more reliable than just wrapping the tops with foil.

Save yourself from vacuuming up dirt and mud every time someone comes home by keeping this boot tray in your entryway. It has a raised edge and textured bottom to keep your pairs secure — even big, bulky work boots.

In case of an emergency, you’ll be so glad you have this smart fire alarm. Unlike old-school fire alarms, this one connects to Wi-Fi to send alerts to your phone, whether there’s smoke when you’re away or your alarm is simply low on batteries. Best of all, the app doesn’t require a subscription for alerts.