Have you ever kept something in your Amazon cart for months, going back and forth on hitting “buy” only to finally get the item, love it and wonder why it took you so long to get it in the first place? Yeah, we have too. That’s why we wanted to make a curated list of bigger ticket home items that reviewers said they wish they’d bought sooner.
From vacuums to smart thermostats, these are high-quality, helpful items that can make your day-to-day a little easier. We got kitchen stuff, cleaning stuff and even bedding, all that comes recommended by happy reviewers to buy — and buy now.
Some are more spendy options, yet each is said to be worth the price tag and then some. They’re handy items that will last for years to come and once you have them, you’ll wonder how you ever lived without them.
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Spruce up your pantry with this set of 24 airtight storage containers with reusable labels and locking lids. The set includes six 2.8-liter tall containers, six 2-liter large containers, six 1.6-liter medium containers and six .8-liter small containers. They're made from high-quality plastic that's dishwasher-safe and perfect for keeping dry goods and snacks organized and fresher for longer.
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Promising review: "Why didn't I get these sooner? Used them all. Put the dog treats in a few instead of the bags that fall over. Put the chocolate chips in a few. Spaghetti in another. Packages of lose straws in another long container. One full of suckers for kids who visit. Dried beans in some others. Now my cupboards look much better and the included labels and marker were a nice touch. Very happy with these containers. I sent the visiting kids to get their own straws and they were able to manage getting the lid open, and put away. Love them!" — VB
Why work harder when you can simply grab one of these beloved Labigo electric spin scrubbers with seven replaceable brush heads and an adjustable extension handle. The high-speed motor rotates the head for up to 90 minutes of cleaning time, letting you tackle dirt and grime from all over your bathroom, your floors, sinks and anywhere else that needs a tough scrub. Say goodbye to bending and reaching and hello to letting the brush do all the work itself.
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Promising review: "I wish I would have heard about this sooner, the best scrubber! Saves my back and arms from soreness after a day of cleaning. Highly recommend" — Stephenie Chapman
You don't need to be a decorated food blogger to enjoy the ease and power of a 5-quart KitchenAid stand mixer. It comes in a bunch of fun colors all that work with the versatile KitchenAid mixer attachments like meat grinders or pasta rollers. The silver bowl can hold enough dough to make nine dozen cookies or four loaves of bread and the genius tilt-head design gives you open access to whatever you're making as well as the attachment you're using. It comes with a flat beater, dough hook, wire whip and a pouring shield to stir, mix, knead and whip.
Promising review: "This is a baker's dream! I've been wanting one for so long and decided to treat myself to this bad boy. My only regret is not getting it sooner! It makes baking so easy...especially if you have to bake for a large party. The quality is just superior. There's a reason why you see all the professionals use this. I ended up getting the chrome since it will match whatever kitchen I have in the event I move places but I just love the variety of colors available. If you are contemplating on getting one...don't. It's worth every penny and more." — Ali
Few things are more powerful than knowing you can control the temperature of your home while you're not even there. Turn on the heat as you're driving home in winter or crank the AC before you get in after a long, humid summer day. The Nest smart thermostat lets you control your home's temperature from your phone, allowing you to track your energy consumption. It even offers recommendations for when it's best to use in-house heating or cooling systems to keep your family comfortable without being wasteful. The thermostat is designed to work without a C wire in most homes, and doesn't require professional help to install.
Promising review: "Wish I knew about this sooner Love being able to control the thermostat from anywhere! It’s saved a ton of money simply with the eco feature for when no one is home. Also turning on the heat/ac before we return home to make the house more comfortable is so convenient. I don’t think I could have another home without one" — Megan Maroney
This pair of luxe pillows is filled with a soft down alternative that keeps its shape over time and stays supportive for back, stomach and side sleepers alike. Hot sleepers will especially appreciate the pillows’ cooling fiber and breathable cotton cover with a luxe 400-thread count.
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Promising review: "Best Pillows on Amazon. Don't shop around for anything else. Just get this pillow set. My old polyester pillows were flat as pancakes. This down alternative pillow keeps its shape and is sooooooo soft. I'm a side sleeper mainly but I toss and turn a lot. This is perfect for any sleep position. I've noticed a huge difference in my quality of sleep. I'm falling asleep faster (so not tossing and turning so much) and I wake up feeling rested with no neck or shoulder pain. I would advise letting the pillows sit for a while once out of the bag to give them some time to puff up and air out. There is a subtle perfumey scent to them but it isn't bad IMO. These are totally worth the money. Just wish I would've found them sooner." — Jordan Noland
Promising review: "Best blender I have ever used!! So so happy I ordered this, I wish I would have had one sooner!!" — linnea
Seen all over TikTok, this Tineco vacuum-mop floor cleaner by Tineco is a self-propelled and cordless machine that's quick and streak-free. The rolling mop head means a streak-free clean and the machine itself is self-cleaning, so it won't get gross or stinky. Best of all, it has a 40 minute run time between charges.
Promising review: "I hated mopping, but with this, my house stays clean. It sucks up all kinds of dirt and grime. I tested the tiles afterwards with a wet wipe and they were clean. I can do my whole house in about 30-40 minutes, 1700 Sq ft on 1 charge. So easy to use. I wish I bought it sooner." — michael
Promising review: "I think I was eyeing this for at least two years before I finally decided to go for it. It's a very sturdy and heavy piece of furniture. For some reason, I didn't think it was going to be real wood? Most of the things on here aren't but this is and I cannot begin to describe how impressed I am with it. Assembly took some time but it was pretty straight forward. I just regret not getting this item sooner because it gives me SO MUCH MORE kitchen workspace now." — Evangale
Promising review: "I honestly don’t know why I haven’t gotten these sheets sooner! My husband and I are sheet snobs and honestly we have tried a ton of sheets and haven’t been surprised. Quality is what we look for. These sheets are soft, and they keep you warm during the winter. We live in the PNW so we are used to cold. I will for sure be buying these again in the future! Don’t think about getting them, just do it!" — Bailey Boehme
With its compact, rectangular shape and long handle, the Jackery Explorer 300 is 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. You can charge it up by plugging it into a wall outlet, car outlet or electric generator, or you can use the Jackery solar panels (sold separately or in a combined kit) to charge it with the sun if you’re camping or in a power outage. With two AC outlets, one USB-C port, one fast-charging USB port, one regular USB port, it's great for backup power during a storm or while camping. This option weighs just seven pounds and offers up to 300 watts of power. It can charge a phone up to 31 times, a laptop 4 times or run a mini-cooler or television for 4.5 hours. It uses a completely silent rechargeable lithium battery or it can be charged with Jackery solar panels (sold separately).
Promising review: "I purchased this a few months ago, charged it and stuck it in a cabinet. I had to pull it out to use it for a power outage and it had held its original 100% charge. I used it to power my 23" monitor, a light and my docking station and it is only using 5% consumption an hour. When I added my laptop to the load and charging my phone, it used about 9% an hour, plenty to get me through a work day without issue. I have the solar panel but haven't used it yet. I think I am going to buy another backup so I can be using one while the other is charging. My initial plan was to use it camping when I have to work while we camp. I suspect it will last two days just running my phone and laptop. Couldn't be happier right now. I will report back after I start using it more on durability of the battery." — MommaCed
When we spoke to 'Queer Eye's' Bobby Berk about home cleaning must-haves, he put us on to the Bissell Little Green. Possibly one of the most adored Bissell products on the market, this portable and multi-purpose carpet and upholstery cleaner has close to 47,000 five-star-ratings on Amazon and effectively removes tough stains through a combination of suction and spraying power. Plus, you don’t have to worry about manually cleaning the scrubbing stain tool as it has a self-cleaning function to save you time and effort.
Promising review: "My only regret is not buying this sooner! This has been a life saver with being a pet owner and now having a baby. Cleans up per messes and baby spills so easily! It is so light and easy to use and sucks everything up so easily! It has a handle on the top to lift and theres 2 small compartments for clean and dirty water. Its easy to clean to prevent it from smelling funny like a lot of other big carpet cleaners. Being a home owner there is always messes whether you have animals, kids or not. I hated having a bulky carpet cleaner because i had no where to store it and it was so heavy. This one is so light and it fits right into the bottom part of my closet for easy access. Don’t hesitate and just get it. You wont regret it!" — Lexy Gonzales
Promising review: "I was a barista for a few years many years ago. My only regret is not buying this machine sooner. We’ve owned this a couple months and my wife and I serve up 4 to 6 drinks daily. It consistently pulls amazing crema and flavor when you use freshly roasted quality beans. Steam wand works great. Grinder is excellent. Very easy to adjust to both the amount and the coarseness. Great value for the money when you consider all these parts are included. Cleaning is easy. Very very happy customer." — Joel S
Promising review: "We have tried multiple ice makers now to try to get the 'good ice' and returned them all. We finally got this one. It is expensive, but it just cannot compete with the other brands. If you like ice from Chick fil A, Canes, Sonic, etc., then you will love this. It makes ice fast, and we have never run out (and we use A LOT). The side tank is helpful because you don't have to fill it up too often. Other machines were loud and required water refills often, but this one holds enough water so you aren't constantly refilling it. Highly recommend and wish I got it sooner." — Leala Smith
Promising review: "I’m obsessed with this desk! I waited too long to get a standing desk and wish I would’ve gotten one sooner. It’s easy to assemble and works so well. It also comes with wheels that I put on so that I can move my desk easily between rooms. Definitely feels like a $500 desk for half the price!" — Amazon customer
Promising review: "Why did I not purchase this sooner? - So Awesome! My husband & I decided to splurge and ordered this. I LOVE it! We can watch movies now with great sound and I can listen to music through it while I am working from home. The sound quality is top notch, but that is to be expected with Bose products. I love that there is a remote and that you can adjust the bass. (I personally love bass when listening to music.) And, it is so easy to hookup. I did it myself. Ha, ha... If you are sitting on the fence about ordering this, just do it! Treat yourself!" — Miss K
Promising review: "wish I'd bought this sooner. This vaccuum was easy to assemble and works so much better than the one it replaced. I love the on-board tools, the fact that it comes apart to do stairs, suction is excellent and the canister is easy to empty." — Ann03053
Promising review: "I am shocked at how well this Shark robot works! It is better than my swiffer and vacuum. I have 2 yellow Labradors and this is great to keep the floors looking good! I wish I bought this sooner!" — Brenda