These 31 Things Might Seem Mundane But Their Thousands Of 5-Star Reviews Make Them Extraordinary (2025)

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1. AChomChom rollerthat's essentially a lint roller for pet hair, but guess what... there's nothing sticky about it (aka no wasteful sheets to toss)! Pet owners rave about this since it picks up all the hair attached to your couch, favorite blanket, *and* outfit of the day. And when you're done, just empty it right into the trash. 2. A tube of silicone grout whitenerto whiten the dirty caulk and grout in your sink, shower, and tile floors that's... well... seen better days. All you do is apply it, wait 6–8 hours, and (with *no* scrubbing required) you'll see a VERY visible difference. Onereviewerwho got it after reading one of our articles said, "It's unbelievable!" 3. AVenus Visage teeth-whitening penif coffee, wine, tea, smoking, or soda stains have taken a toll on your pearly whites.Just apply it twice daily for 30 minutes to see the best results. Its soft tip brush and formula are also good for people with sensitive teeth! 4. A set of coolingBeckham Hotel Collection pillowsso you can always have cool-side-of-the-pillow vibes, thanks to the breathable design. These are filled with a plush gel fiber so you feel supported *and* like you're resting your head on a fancy hotel pillow — which you are. 5. Elizavecca's collagen coating hair treatment— aka a BELOVED product that'll help nourish your damaged hair from hot styling tools or over-processing from harsh treatments like bleach. The blend of collagen and ceramides will help your hair feel smoother, stronger, and shinier in a matter of five minutes. 6. A pack of single-useClean Skin Club Clean Towels,because unlike a bath towel that may be full of bacteria, these are designed to be wayyy cleaner (which can help with acne concerns). Plus, they're super soft, making them extra gentle on your skin. 7. ABissell Little Green upholstery cleanercapable of renewing your carpets, couches, fabric car seats, and MORE. This popular, portable, and convenient machine is beloved by reviewers 'cause it's powerful and great at removing stains caused by you, your pet, or your child. 8. A pack ofHero's hydrocolloid nose patchesthat'll suck up all the gunk and oil *and* leave a protective layer so you can't pick at anything — aka you won't make your skin worse. You can throw this on before sleeping and let it work its magic throughout the night, meaning you could wake up to visibly clearer skin. 9. A compact, easy-to-applyI Dew Care's dry shampoo powderto keep your hair more volumized and less greasy in-between shampoos — you won't have to FULLY wash your hair to get the "fresh out the shower" look. Just dab this ultra-fine powder into your roots, shake out the product, and style — then you're done! 10. A set ofDr. Scholl's reviving foot masksthat can help relax your tired, achy feet after a long day of walking, working out, or just simply living life. Instead of throwing together a warm bathtub with epsom salts in it, just put on these booties instead — they're easier to use and not as messy! The formula feels so good, it was described by one reviewer as a "spa in a pouch." 11. AnO-Cedar mop and bucket set,which makes mopping a lot easier thanks to its hand-free wringing system *and* triangle mop head that cleans corners (and rotates 360 degrees). This will have your floors all nice and shiny in no time. But don't just take my word for it; one*professional* cleanersaid this mop is their absolute go-to! 12. Afur-eliminating broomthat'll pick up the pet hair on your carpet, tile, and wood floors like a magnet. The grooved rubber head makes cleaning way faster and easier than a regular broom, raking up the deeply buried stuff you can't even see! Prepare to be shocked by the mountain of fur you uncover. 13. A set of Snug Plugsif your computer charger slips out every time you plug it into an outlet. Pop this right in the outlet for a tighter fit, and watch your charging woes poof out of thin air. 14. A grout penfor floors that look suspect even after you've Swiffered them. You won't believe you're staring down at bright white grout because you've simply never seen that in your bathroom before... until now. 15. A tub ofThe Pink Stuff— this internet-famous paste is your one-stop shop to clean anything, so *today* can be the day you address the grease, grime, rust, Sharpie marks, and crayon streaks on various surfaces around the house. It has *over 150,000* 5-star ratings for working wonders on so many surfaces...just sayin'. 16. Aportable car vacuumso you can leave your bulky vacuum inside and clean any messes that happen on the road IMMEDIATELY. Those crumbs from your child's snack and stray hairs from your pet's shed don't stand a chance against this powerful, handy cleaner. It plugs right into your 12V outlet and onereviewersaid the super long cord was able to reach the back of their Ford Expedition! 17. A set of double-sidedshower curtain ringsif you've just ignored the orange line and dark edges around your shower liner 'cause disassembling your rod is a pain and A HALF — understandable. With this, you'll be able to clean and reattach your curtain or liner easily, so accomplishing this dreaded chore has never been easier. 18. An easily washable drip catcher,because that pool of water will always just be an extra thing to clean up after doing the dishes. Instead of grabbing a paper towel, this absorbent mat will soak up any splattering water droplets right away! 19. A set of six dimmable under-cabinet light stripsfor anyone who feels personally victimized by harsh overhead lighting. Stick these in your kitchen, bathroom, office, or closets for a convenient (and affordable) upgrade. Plus, they're remote-controlled, so you can turn them on from wherever you are! 20. An ultra-thinflat outlet plugso you can use the outlets blocked by furniture *and* have three outlets instead of two. Since the cover is flat, you'll no longer have awkwardly bent cords or trip on cords that extend straight out of the wall. 21. A set of bedsheet holdersto keep your fitted sheet perfectly tucked 'cause it's soooo annoying when it pops up when you're dead asleep.These suspender-like clasps go under your bed and hold everything tight, so now you won't have to crawl over to fix that one corner first thing in the morning. 22. Amedication tracker'cause I swear right after I take my daily dose of meds, any recollection of whether I took it or not leaves my brain IMMEDIATELY. With this, you can simply stick this onto the side of your pill bottle and mark the day as green once you take your medication! 23. A durable plasticclear toy blockerbecause, despite your ~pawfect~ throw, toys always end up underneath furniture and other dusty, crumb-ridden areas when playing with your pet. You can install these to avoid that frustration and cut them to fit any space perfectly — plus, they can be removed without leaving behind any residue, washed, and stuck back in place without losing their stickiness or causing damage. 24. A car trash canthat'll save your floors from turning into a landfill of wrappers, napkins, and water bottles. Just strap it to a headrest and boom — no more excuses for why someone's cheeseburger wrapper ended up in the cupholder. 25. A magnetic laundry guardso the next time you attempt a three-pointer into the hamper and miss, your sock won't vanish into the laundry abyss behind your machines. Because let's be real — no one's about to move a whole washer and dryer just to rescue one rogue sock. 26. Affresh dishwasher cleaning tabletsbecause they clean what you can't reach easily (or at all), like your machine's tub, racks, pump and valve, and drain.If you've got funky odors coming out of your dishwasher, it's time to toss one of these in, run a cycle, and get that yucky smell to go away. 27. A slip-resistant, heat-safe"Sink Topper"perfect for anyone with the tiniest amount of counter space and so many skincare products, even Peter Thomas Roth would be gagged. Lay out your *whole* routine (hot tools and all) without worryingyou're gonna knock something onto your foot. Bonus: it also doubles as a makeup brush cleaning mat, so you can upgrade from scrubbing your brushes on your hand to something way more efficient (and less messy). 28. A set of shelf dividersto bring some order to your overstuffed closet. If your piles of sweatshirts, towels, or pants are one wrong pull away from toppling over, these will keep everything upright, tidy, and in its place. 29. A fillabletouch-up paint penfor marks, dings, and scrapes that are just bumming you out when you walk into the room. You can even fill it with the *exact* paint you used on your walls! 30. A set of cart trolley dividing bagsthat'll make bagging groceries at checkout an organized process for once. You'll have an insulated bag to keep your frozen stuff cold, plus a bag with handy pockets so your delicate VIPs — like eggs and bread — stay safe and squish-free. 31. AWD-40 penso you can stop squeaks, prevent rust, and lubricate hinges with precision. It's the original formula but in pen form, so it can go whereveryougo! References

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They may not be flashy, but they sure are useful.

by Curtis TeegardinBuzzFeed Staff

1. AChomChom rollerthat's essentially a lint roller for pet hair, but guess what... there's nothing sticky about it (aka no wasteful sheets to toss)! Pet owners rave about this since it picks up all the hair attached to your couch, favorite blanket, and outfit of the day. And when you're done, just empty it right into the trash.

These 31 Things Might Seem Mundane But Their Thousands Of 5-Star Reviews Make Them Extraordinary (2)

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BTW, ChomChom is a small biz!

Here's more from BuzzFeed Shopping editorJenae Sitzes(those are her photos above!):"I've been using the ChomChom for quite a while now, but I took the photos above literally just now to show just how quick, easy, and effective this roller is. It took 10 seconds to rid my velvet couch ottoman (yes, velvet...a terrible cat owner choice, I know) of the hair my two gray kitties are constantly leaving everywhere. It takes a bit of practice to get the hang of using this roller — at first, I thought you only brushed down in one direction, and was confused why it wasn't picking up hair.It's important to do a push-and-pull brushing in *both* directions so it actually pulls the hair inside, which does require you to apply a bit of pressure. Afterward, you'll just dump out the hair that's been trapped inside."

Promising review: "It works!! You just roll it up and down a surface and it picks up the pet hair!! I've used it on the bed, couch, and cat tree! It's very easy to use, and when you press the button, it pops open so that you can clean it out. One thing I will say is that trying to get every hair and fuzzy from the container is a little bit frustrating, but I'm still very satisfied because at least I can clean out the majority, even if a few hairs get left in the canister. I recommend it toanyonewho has pets who shed. It works better than vacuuming hair off of surfaces or using tape or a lint roller, and it's very quick!!" —Myrtle

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