



October Prime Day is a great time to grab home goods you’ve been eyeing or luxury skincare you’ve wanted to try. Of course, it’s also a great time to stock up on everyday, practical items you always use and need. From cleaning solutions to bathroom essentials, they’re items you buy multiple times a year anyway — so you might as well get them on sale.
We also included some one-time-buy practical purchases, like work-horse kitchen appliances and really helpful tech, that you’ll be so happy you snagged during the Prime Big Deal Days. We hope you find some of your favorite daily-use items or new practical home items that will make your life a little easier.
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If you have pets or little ones in your car often, you probably already have a set of wipes (and likely can always use more). Yet, even if it's just you, having a set of compostable wipes in the car can be great for cleaning your dashboard and anything else in a pinch on the go. The hard case makes them great for traveling as they won't get crushed when the car is full.
With a brush handle, storage caddy, six wand refills and 10 scent-boosting pads — this Clorox starting kit really gives you everything you need to clean your toilet. And when the pad is done, simply push a button for it to dispense into the trash, meaning less touching of gross stuff. Wahoo!
It's 32 AA batteries — need we say more? In all seriousness, batteries are always needed and have a particular talent of going missing right when you need them. Never stress again and always have power with this set of 32.
Have dry or itchy skin or an irritated scalp? In addition to products you use on your body, you may want to swap your bathroom's plumbing to something like this filtered showerhead that's been lab-tested to remove chlorine, heavy metals and other contaminants is aimed to be kinder to your skin and hair.
Promising review: "This shower head with filter is fantastic! It delivers a strong, refreshing stream while effectively removing impurities from the water. The water pressure is great. My skin feels noticeably softer, and my hair is shinier. Installation was very easy. Highly recommend for a cleaner, more enjoyable shower experience!" — Manor
Dusting is another task that we want to make easier in any way we can. Say hello to this expandable Swiffer duster, with a handle that can reach up to three feet. The fluffy head traps and locks dust and dander helping you get all that nasty stuff from even hard-to-reach corners.
Listen, anything that makes mopping a little more enjoyable is practical in our book. Retire the bucket and mop and say hello to this battery-powered Swiffer WetJet that's safe to use on sealed and finished floors including wood, laminate and tile. This package comes with the WetJet, 10 pads, a container of solution and batteries.
Promising review: "I always wanted to give this a try….finally did. Works much better than I ever thought it would. Really cleans my wood floor where I used to clean it on my hands and knees….no more! Smells great too. THANK YOU!! So easy!" — Uptown J.
Fans of "Shark Tank" may recognize these multipurpose silicone discs from the show's eighth season. They can do everything from preventing spills in your microwave to serving as a trivet thanks to the BPA-free material that's heat-resistant up to 450 degrees.
If you've been holding off on iRobot's cult-favorite Roomba robot vacuums, now's the time to nab one. This smart gadget will take vacuuming off your hands and make life a little more manageable. Set the vacuum to clean while you're out and return home to a pristine floor, or catch up on literally any other task (even if it's just having some me-time in front of the TV) while the robot vacuum does its thing.
This i3 + EVO model has even more perks than the original, including the ability to empty itself and a smart-mapping feature for cleaning more efficiently over time as it learns the contours of a space. It's designed to clean carpets as well as hard floors, and you can even control it with your voice by connecting it to an Alexa- or Google Assistant-enabled device. When its running time is up, it automatically docks itself to recharge.
This well-known stick vacuum from Dyson makes vacuuming easier than ever thanks to its lightweight body and extra-portable cordless design, with two powerful cleaning modes so you can tailor its suction to the job at hand while enjoying up to 40 minutes of cord-free runtime.
Those with pets (or long hair) will also appreciate how effectively this thing traps fur and hair without getting strands tangled in its brush. Plus, it's designed to capture an impressive 99.99% of dust and other allergens in its filter for a cleaner home and cleaner air.
This low-maintenance shower cleaner promises to require no scrubbing at all — just spray it on dingy, scummy shower walls, let sit overnight and then rinse to get rid of built-up soap, grime, stains and body oils. It’s bleach-free and safe for most surfaces, including glass, porcelain, sandstone and tile, though it’s not recommended for use on natural marble. Best of all, it's NEVER on sale (we know; we've been tracking it) but today, you can get it for less than its usual $21 price tag.
The viral sensation that is The Pink Stuff actually lives up to the hype, according to the tens of thousands of 5-star reviews on Amazon and how it consistently is a top-selling product here at HuffPost. If you haven't heard about it: it's a non-toxic and multi-purpose cleaning paste that can clean everything from pots and pans to walls to sneakers. The non-abrasive and scratch-free formula works on virtually any surface like glass, porcelain, marble and wood. The best deal we could find is this Pink Stuff three-pack that comes with the famed universal cleaning paste, the all-purpose miracle spray and cream-based cleaner perfect for tile, grout and more.
The Dyson Ball Animal vacuum is most lauded for its suction capacity (it has three cleaning modes to choose from) which delivers an incredibly strong and consistent performance and also uses optimized airflow, along with a whole machine filtration system, to keep and trap debris and allergens in the bin once they’ve been suctioned. And, if you’re a pet owner, reviewers can’t say enough about how this vacuum cleaner has made managing pet hair a breeze, once and for all.
Speaking of hair, the bagless Dyson is equipped with a de-tangling technology that automatically unwraps and clears any caught hair around the motor head so performance is never compromised. Unlike the brand’s cordless stick vacuums that are good for maintenance cleaning, the Ball Animal is engineered for big homes and big messes. It’s also corded but no less agile thanks to the “ball” design that allows the vacuum head to weave easily around furniture, corners and all your tight spaces, with just a tilt of the wrist.
If you hate spending money on professional carpet cleanings or rug replacements altogether, then let me direct you toward the Bissell Little Green deal for Fall Prime Day. "Boy, am I ever glad I bought one of these a few years ago," wrote Janie Campbell, our former shopping writer. "Every time I spill food on my rug — and this happens a lot — I just run for the Little Green, flip it on, spend a scant minute scrubbing and breath a sigh of relief. It gets stains out of carpet and rugs with a spray-and-scrub brush that also vacuums up the dirty water into the dirty water tank. It's saved me from soy sauce, ketchup, dollops of curry and more than one dropped sandwich."
This may just be one of the most beloved cleaning tools we share, and reviewers have given it 4.5 stars in gratitude. It also comes with a free bottle of stain-removing solution you can mix into the clean water tank.
These popular and NIOSH-approved N95 masks have five layers of filtration, dual head bands and a metal nose clip so they stay secure on the face. This pack comes with 20 masks.
Pulled right from TikTok, this wildly convenient vacuum-mop floor cleaner by Tineco has the suction power to deliver an immediate and streak-free clean with its mop head roller. It's self-propelled and cordless and offers a self-cleaning system so it's designed to stay at peak performance and completely odor-free. This model offers a competitive 40 minutes of run time.
Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars on Amazon, this Simple Human garbage can is designed to streamline your entire waste disposal and recycling experience. Conservative spenders, this is your deal. Spend on this trash can and you'll pretty much never have to buy one again. It has a nearly 16-gallon capacity and two divided interior sections to keep regular trash on one side and recyclable items on the other while a unique liner rim system automatically lifts up for effortless access to the garbage bag and disguises it when the liner is in place. There's also a storage compartment just for replacement lines and the foot pedal means you can dispose of your trash without having to touch anything at all.
From the brand behind the adorable Gracula garlic crusher comes this equally practical (and very whimsical) pair of bat-themed kitchen shears that are perfect for spooky season and beyond. Not only do they have a near-perfect 4.9 5 stars on Amazon, these Ototo scissors are made from easy-to-clean stainless steel and can also be used to crack walnuts or open bottles. Being both fun and, per reviews, high-quality, expect no buyer's remorse here.
Promising review: "I was really surprised how well made they are. They are heavy and cut great. I honestly bought them just because they are a bat and wasn't expecting a whole lot. I was impressed. They are sharp and cut great plus they are cute and I love the design." — Kelly
Car trouble preparedness is something no drivers should really take for granted. This highly rated and rechargeable jump starter kit includes booster clamps, charging cables and a spark-proof 12-volt portable jump starter that can safely bring dead batteries back to life on both gas- and diesel-powered engines. The battery starter also functions as a portable power bank and can charge devices using the included USB adapter. It also has a built-in 100-lumen LED flashlight for making nighttime battery jumps a little easier.
Prime Day is a great time to make the swap to reusable mini bags, instead of consistently buying one-use plastics. Made with platinum food-grade silicone, this three-piece starter pack of Stasher bags can sous vide meats, go in the freezer, reheat contents in the microwave and cook other foods in the oven up to 400 degrees. They are also dishwasher safe for easy cleaning and are great for bringing body products on a plane, organizing your purse or other non-food tasks.
With six cooking functions in one, the Instant Vortex Plus can air fry, broil, roast, dehydrate, bake and reheat four to six servings with the touch of a button and using less oil compared to traditional cooking methods. It has customizable one-touch programs, letting you consistently cook your favorite items in a breeze, and heats up in seconds. The non-stick fry basket is dishwasher safe and this beloved appliance has earned itself 4.7 out of 5 stars on Amazon.
A staple for so many meals, rice is cost-effective and so versatile. The Zojirushi rice maker is a Japanese-crafted gadget with a trusted reputation for making delicious, fluffy rice and other dishes. Previously recommended by Taka Sakaeda, chef-partner of Japanese restaurant Nami Nori in New York, this splurge-worthy appliance uses fuzzy logic technology — a computerized system that essentially allows the cooker to intuitively adjust cooking times and temperatures based on the type of rice and current level of moisture. It also has several different cooking settings, including a function specifically for brown rice, steaming vegetables and even cake-making. It's an expensive you'll have once that will help keep your family fed for years.
Few things are more practical than flossing. This American Dental Association-approved product offers three different pressure settings for blasting grime from your teeth, promises to remove “up to 99.9% of plaque,” and the brand claims the device is “up to 50% more effective than dental floss for improving gum health.”
With that of course comes a new toothbrush too. This popular rechargeable electric toothbrush is loved by many for its battery life, travel case and light-up pressure sensor that warns you if you’re brushing too hard. Most importantly, reviewers love this brush because of its cleaning power — “I literally feel like I’ve gone to the dentist after using this toothbrush,” says one. This Oral-B Series 3 electric toothbrush includes a travel case, a charging cord and an extra brush head. It also has a built-in two-minute timer, which breaks down brush time into four 30-second intervals for each quadrant of your mouth, and three cleaning modes for customized brushing: daily clean, sensitive, and whitening. A pressure sensor alerts you when you’re brushing too hard or need to apply more pressure, plus it claims to last up to two weeks on a single charge, and many customers seem to agree.
A great option for no-contact temperature taking, this digital thermometer uses an ultra-sensitive infrared sensor as well as a sensor that takes into consideration the surrounding temperature to provide accurate readings.
Pack more efficiently and stay organized with this six-piece set of assorted packing cubes (and one dual-ended shoe bag) that offer space-saving compression when zipped closed. Each lay-flat cube also has a clear top so you can easily see its contents.
You're doing Prime Day wrong if you're only shopping for those splurge purchases. There's nothing sexy or cool about garbage bags, but we all use them, and this is an opportunity for you to stock up for less than you'd normally pay.
This is one of those simple little purchases you never realized you needed. Stop wasting extra plates or paper towels to rest your cooking utensils. Zulay's utensil rest is BPA-free, heat-resistant and has slots for 4 tools. It's also dishwasher-safe for easy cleanup.
A LifeStraw will change the game for folks who love hiking and camping (or for those who simply like to be prepared for literally anything). It's designed to remove microplastics, bacteria, parasites and more (including E. coli, salmonella and Giardia) from just about any water source. A single filter lasts an impressively long time, providing about 1,000 gallons of clean, safe drinking water.
In case you don't want to shell out a bunch of money to replace your lost Apple charger, this trio of 10-foot long chargers are Apple MFi-certified, which indicates an accessory was inspected and regulated by the brand and is safe to use with their products. They promise reinforced joint designs and a braided cord for optimum durability, lightning-fast charging times and, even if you don't use Apple products, they are compatible with any device that has a USB-A input.
This compact and Apple-compatible charging station by Anker juices up AirPods, Apple Watches and most iPhones all at once using high-powered charging that can fully charge your smart device two times faster than traditional charging cables. And when you're not using it, it folds up completely compact for space-conscious storage. Keep your devices charged when at home or traveling.
This dermatologist-recommended sunscreen uses 100% mineral actives and transparent zinc oxide. It also has skin care-friendly ingredients like hydrating hyaluronic acid, brightening niacinamide and antioxidant-rich vitamin E. This cult-fave option with SPF 41 is great for acne-prone and sensitive skin and has a slight tint to help even out skin tone, while also protecting against harmful UV rays coming from overhead lighting.
Few things are more convenient than saving on your electric bill, no matter how much money you have. Each of these clever smart plugs turns any regular old wall outlet into one you can set to turn on and off on a schedule or at your whim, without getting off the couch or even needing to be at home (they're especially great when you realize you left home without turning off an appliance, or when you want to make it look like someone's home while you're on vacation).
You can use either Alexa or the Kasa app or both to control them, and setup is truly simple either way: All you have to do is plug one in, push a button to connect it to your Wi-Fi, add it to the phone app and live your life. And if you have an outlet or lamp switch that's hard to reach or stuck behind furniture, they're complete game-changers.
If you've ever felt that sinking, devastating feeling when a tech person tells you your hard drive is unrecoverable, you know you need to stop putting off buying an external hard drive so you never lose everything again. This compact but big-in-storage hard drive from LaCie is versatile, portable, durable and full storage space. It works with both Mac and PC and all sorts of inputs, and LaCie says it's designed to survive shock and drops up to 4 feet. Plus, it's dust- and water-resistant.
Whether you're preparing for storm season or always camping, a portable power bank is a worth-the-splurge item you'll be glad you grabbed on sale. We love everything Jackery makes, including this Solar Generator 1000, which comes with two solar panels, letting you charge the station outdoors (though you can also charge it from a wall outlet or car.) Use it for a coffee maker, electric grill or projector when camping or for a TV or mini fridge when the power is out. With its compact, rectangular shape and long handle, it’s easy to carry around or pack in the car. Its rechargeable lithium battery is completely silent, so you don’t have to deal with that typical generator hum or fumes from gas.
You might be thinking, "Is HuffPost really telling me to buy sponges on Prime Day?" Yes, we am. Scrub Daddy sponges have developed a cult following since appearing on a 2012 episode of "Shark Tank" and the brand's devoted consumers swear by them. For the first time ever on Prime Day, you can get a bundle of 3 sponges and 3 cleaning pastes for less than $30. Take advantage now, because it's unclear if or when this offer will come back around.
We all love a bulk buy, especially of something like soap that you can never have too much of. Dr. Squatch is offering this particular set of the company's greatest hits at a discount for Big Deal days. It includes a bunch of great scents like Pine Tar, and serves as a great pitch to the brand if you've never used them before. They're all-natural and the fragrances don't smell super harsh or chemically. The soaps truly feel great against your skin. Smell good, feel clean.
Another practical kitchen call — ensure you have a working meat thermometer. Get the perfect temperature every time with this powerful Bluetooth smart thermometer that'll keep you updated on your meat's rising temperature in a 600-foot transmission range. It can withstand up to 1,050 degrees, making it great for grilling, roasting and barbecuing.
These aren't regular toothbrushes. They're cool, dentist-designed Mouthwatchers toothbrushes sporting extra-thin "flossing" bristles to help clean deeper and more gently into grooves and gums. For clarity, they're 10 times thinner than typical bristles! While they're certainly popular with Amazon customers, these toothbrushes aren't much of a household name yet — you're not likely to find them in your local CVS.
The CeraVe hydrating cream cleanser may be one of the most recommended cleansers at HuffPost. A no-nonsense product the whole family can use, it's non-foaming, fragrance-free and effectively gets rid of dirt and buildup without leaving the skin feeling dry. Like all of the brand's products, it contains hyaluronic acid to hydrate the skin as well as ceramides to support and strengthen the skin barrier.
You should be replacing your towels after two years, which means now is probably a good time to make that switch in your bathroom. This set of six hand towels are loved by shoppers for their softness and absorbency. The brand also makes bath towels and wash cloths, in case you're looking to upgrade your whole collection.
Protect your surfaces and give your space a bit of color with this roll of eco-friendly and non-adhesive liner. It's made from a durable plastic that's dustproof and can be easily washed in soap and water.
Whether you're traveling or just want to keep your tech organized when going to work or just in your house, this handy case is practical and handy. It's made from water-resistant fabric to protect your gadgets from the elements with spaces to keep everything untangled.