15 of the Best Gadgets on Amazon With Thousands of 5-Star Ratings
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There’s no denying that we live in the digital age, which explains our love of electronics that we can order with free two-day delivery. It's also why we found the best gadgets on Amazon that even the least tech-savvy Prime members can use and will become obsessed with. We’re not talking about remote controls with voice control or electric blackout shades; we’re talking about super cool contraptions you haven’t realized you needed until now.
From a pair of tiny home security cameras that let you stream extremely high-quality video 24/7 to a UV sanitizer that charges your phone as it disinfects, these 15 finds are all available on Amazon. If you’re worried that the latest and greatest tech comes with a hefty price tag, rest assured that plenty of our top picks are under $40. And if you're looking to splurge on a luxurious gadget, we recommend the best-selling cooling and air purifying fan from Dyson or a robotic vacuum that pairs with an app so that you can keep your floors spotless without having to do so much as stand up.
You may have been getting by without what we’d consider the best gadgets on Amazon, but once you grab one or two, you’ll notice how much easier your day-to-day will feel—even if all you snag is a portable that’s small enough to fit in your pocket. Trust us—these useful picks are worth the hype.
Hamilton Beach Breakfast Sandwich Maker
PROS
- Available in multiple colors
- Perfectly cooks sandwich in five minutes
- Compact
CONS
- Can get messy
Breakfast is the most important of the day, so you may as well enjoy it. This compact breakfast sandwich maker has separatet compartments and trays to perfectly cook all of the elements in your morning treat, including egg, English muffin, meat, and cheese. The best part? Whipping up such a delicacy takes only five minutes.
PowerLix Handheld Milk Frother
PROS
- Compact
- Affordable
CONS
- Does not include batteries
In the early days of the pandemic, whipped coffee was TikTok's biggest culinary trend, and these tasty beverages wouldn't be possible without a milk frother. So if you like your cappuccino with extra foam, get yourself a handheld frother that's small enough to squeeze into even the tiniest drawer in your kitchen.
iWALK Portable Charger
PROS
- Very small
- Charges phone in 30 minutes
CONS
- Takes an hour and a half to fully recharge
We're all shamelessly on our phones for what feels like the entire day, so it should come as no surprise that, every now and then (usually when you're nowhere near a power outlet), they need to be recharged. Enter this portable charger that's about the size of a pack of gum. So next time you're heading out for the day, pop this little lifesaver in your bag. We promise it will . iRobot Roomba 694 Robot Vaccum
Everyone can benefit from a robotic vacuum," Associate Shopping Editor Jessica Cherner admits. "Especially if you're in the office, out to dinner, or too busy (or lazy like me) to spend more than a few minutes vacuuming your floors." All you have to do is register the vacuum to your app to program the location and amount of time your Roomba will clean. Yes, it's that easy. "It's worth every dollar!" Cherner adds.PROS
- Connects to smartphones
- Self-charging
- Designed with dirt detection technology
- Not ideal for large spaces
Cons