Modern life is busy, busy, busy. So any smart gadget that shaves a few minutes off our day, helping everything run a bit smoother while we reclaim a moment or two of inner calm is all right by us. That’s why we’ve compiled this list of 20 life-hack gadgets that will save the day for even the most tech-challenged amongst us.
Life’s way too short for vacuuming, especially if you’ve got a big family home with kids of all ages running riot and pets in the mix too. This whisper-quiet little guy will whiz round dealing with all the detritus on tiles, carpet, rugs and floorboards, no drama. Get one for every storey!
Maison Blanche Flameless Candle Lighter
Sometimes the technological advancement of must-have home gadgets feels a bit like invoking a wizard’s spell. Honestly, don’t ask us how this sleek rechargeable lighter ignites your fave candles without any flammable liquids or even a flame being involved. It just does.
Townew T-Air Lite Smart Rubbish Bin
When whipping up a feast for the family, there’s nothing worse than taking an unexpected break to deal with an overflowing rubbish bin. But this little wonder will seal any whiffy pongs away and change the bag too, so that you can dispose of the old one at your leisure.
Uutensil Stirr - The Unique Automatic Pan Stirrer
How many times have you sworn you’ll keep an eye on a pot and keep stirring, only to drift off into scrolling on your phone while your soup totally boils over? No more! Pop this battery-operated number into the pan and watch it go, with no burned food or wrist strains.
Bissell SpotClean Carpet Cleaner
No matter how hard you work to keep your dream home sparkling pristine, if you have kids, a pet and/or a partner, chances are one of them, if not all three, will make a mess on your carpet eventually. Panic not. This handheld wonder will zap away any unfortunate stains.
Eight-Piece Oven Non-stick Bakeware Set
Perhaps you were a baker before lockdown, or maybe it pushed you over the edge into full-time brownie-making (just us?). Even if you’re brand new to the soul-nourishing smell wafting through your home, we recommend investing in this stackable non-stick baking tray set to streamline your overflowing cupboards.
If you work from home, it can feel like a slog having to fit in a stroll either before your busy day begins or once it’s all done and dusted and you’re busted. But with this fully flat treadmill, you can easily pop it under your desk and get your steps up while you work. Winning!
If you’ve picked up fresh pasta at the market, you’ll know the dried stuff in the supermarket doesn’t compare. But who has the time to fetch it, let alone make it yourself at home? Well, with this dream pasta-making machine, you can get the same result in 10 minutes.
Comsol 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Dock
If you worship at the altar of Apple and have the iPhone, AirPods and Watch to prove it, then the recharge routine can be a bit of a nuisance, wandering around the house plugging them into separate chargers. But this wonderful wireless station powers all three simultaneously.
Wooden Motion Sensor LED Night Lights
Do your youngest ones get a bit freaked when they need to head to the loo in the middle of the night? Or are you just tired of standing on stray Lego bricks? Solve both dilemmas at once by grabbing this surprisingly stylish motion-sensing night light to brighten the way.
We started this go-go-gadget wrap chatting about robo-vacs for floors, but if you’re as allergic to housework as we are, why not let this little guy take care of your worktops, desk, sideboards and coffee tables too? Dust bunnies will be banished in no time (or effort) at all.
We’ve all stared at abandoned gadgets with a very specific niche you never quite need. Which is why we love this multi-tasking saviour that, with the nifty switch of a head, can help you clean everything from windows to floors, tile grout to faucets, and furniture to car interiors.
If you’ve got high school kids who have to do a lot of research for their homework, or perhaps you run a business from home, you might find this incredible gadget comes in handy. If you whip it over any line of text, it will appear on your computer screen as if by magic!
Pills popping up on your sofa throw, bed blankets or your best winter jumper are a total pain, running the risk of unravelling when you try to pull them free. Now there’s a much easier way to get rid of them in a jiffy, by running this handy, battery-operated fabric shaver over them.
Clip On Pasta Strainer Silicone
If you’ve got homemade past on the go, you’re going to want a smoother way to drain that pan without running the gauntlet of burning your hand while pouring it into a colander precariously held over the sink. Just clip this colourful strainer onto the edge of the pan instead!
How many folks does it take to screw in a light bulb? Forget the corny dad joke. Instead, make an immediate impact on the look and feel of any room without racking up a huge energy bill with this smartphone-controllable pair that shifts from cool to warm white (or multicolour).
Fed up with that soggy damp smell that emanates from a bathmat? Well, thankfully there’s a sleek alternative that looks good and keeps your floors dry and slip-free. Diatomite is a porous stone material that soaks up all water post-shower or bath, and it’s wipe clean!
Pop this handy device onto any standard rocker switch, pre-set when you want it to go off with the help of a handy app, and let it switch your home lights on and off when you want. You can even attach it to other gadgets, like your coffeemaker, to start your day the carefree way.
Is your usual approach to encountering a huntsman (or worse) something like setting fire to your home then running for the hills? Instead, make the least scared person use this handy wand to capture critters easily while maintaining a safe distance.
Candles bring a lovey hug of warmth to your home as autumn turns to winter, especially if you opt for a scrumptious scent. But did you know there’s a way to get all the benefits without any risks? This snazzy candle warmer ensures an even melt without resorting to a naked flame.
*Prices correct at time of publishing.
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