The 25 most popular things everyone is buying on Amazon right now

The 25 most popular things everyone is buying on Amazon right now (Photo: Keurig/Roku)

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A mini desk vacuum? A pair of pasta-shaped pot holders? Amazon is a black hole of online shopping—there's so much to choose from that it can be hard to know what's actually worth buying. (Spoiler alert: The pot holders probably aren't.)

To help make your "add to cart" decisions easier, Amazon constantly updates its list of best-sellers, which are the most popular products that people are buying. Here are 25 of our favorite finds, from the best smart speaker to the insanely popular rapid egg cooker.

1. The cult-favorite Instant Pot

Just set it and forget it. (Photo: Reviewed.com/Betsey Goldwasser)

Say hello to the kitchen appliance that people can't stop talking about: The Instant Pot. Chosen as our experts' number one multi-cooker, the Ultra model is a busy home cook's dream, with 10 different functions from pressure cooker to slow cooker to steamer. This means that dinners that used to take over an hour to make can now be on the table in just 20 minutes.

Get the Instant Pot Ultra for $109

2. The new and improved Echo Dot

Hey Alexa, play "Cruel Summer" by Taylor Swift. (Photo: Amazon)

All the features of the Amazon Echo, but at a fraction of the price? Yes, please. That's what you'll get with the Echo Dot, which our experts say is the best entry-level smart speaker. The newest Dot, while still a tiny four inches in diameter, even has a majorly improved speaker for better sound quality.

Get the Amazon Echo Dot for $49.99

3. The softest sheets you can buy

The sheets come in every size and in 41 different colors and prints. (Photo: Mellanni)

There's no better feeling than getting into bed with a set of brand new sheets—especially if they're these silky smooth ones, which are the best affordable sheets we've ever tested. Made out of high-quality microfiber, they're hypoallergenic, durable, and stain-resistant. Plus, our tester loved that they're incredibly luxurious for such an affordable price.

Get the Mellani Bedsheet Set for $29.70

4. This wildly popular toilet spray

Will you go original citrus or lavender vanilla? (Photo: Poo-Pourri)

You're at a party—or, worse, a date's house—when suddenly you have to go number two. Yikes. Fortunately, this popular toilet spray will help make your bathroom break a little less smelly. Reviewers love that it's chemical-free (it's made with essential oils!) and doesn't just mask odors but traps them in the toilet bowl, so they never escape to the rest of the room.

Get the Poo-Pourri Toilet Spray for $7.95

5. This adorable mini waffle maker

Choose from 8 fun colors including copper, teal, and blush pink. (Photo: Dash)

Waffles are great, but mini waffles are even better. Whip up your own snack-size brunch treat with this tiny waffle maker, which has thousands of glowing reviews on Amazon. We've tested it ourselves and like that it doesn't take up much counter space, is easy to clean thanks to its nonstick surface, and produces evenly-cooked, perfectly-browned waffles.

Get the Dash Mini Maker for $14.99

6. This gadget to prevent clogged drains

The TubShroom fits easily into any shower or sink drain. (Photo: TubShroom)

Of all the gross things I've done in my life, unclogging my shower drain might top the list. If you never want to experience that disgusting sludge of hair and god-knows-what-else, get a Tubshroom, which sits right in your drain to catch debris before it goes down. It has nearly 13,000 5-star reviews because it's easy to use and successfully keeps your drain clog-free.

Get the Tubshroom for $12.99

7. This best-selling water bottle

Stay hydrated, friends. (Photo: Hydro Flask)

"I love drinking lukewarm water," said no one ever. Keep your beverages ice cold for up to 24 hours (or piping hot for up to 12 hours!) with the Hydro Flask, which our experts say is the best water bottle they've ever tested. The wide mouth can be used with all different types of lids and the stainless steel keeps your drink insulated without adding any funky flavors.

Get the Hydro Flask for $29.95

8. This face mask with more than 17,000 reviews

This clay mask may be the most popular beauty product Amazon has ever sold. (Photo: Reviewed / Jackson Ruckar)

There's a reason so many people are obsessed with this body and face mask—it's made with 100 percent natural clay to cleanse pores and leave your skin clear and smooth. But does "the world's most powerful facial" actually work? One of our writers tried it for herself to find out. The verdict? Yes. In fact, she hasn't stopped using it since.

Get the Aztec Secret Indian Healing Clay for $9.99

9. This long-lasting cast iron skillet

You can't go wrong with Lodge when it comes to cast iron cookware. (Photo: Lodge)

My grandma taught me that nothing tastes quite as good as something cooked on a cast iron skillet. And the 10,000 people who gave this Lodge skillet 5-star reviews clearly agree. It's our favorite cast iron skillet, too, because it cooks evenly and is durable enough that it can be passed down to future generations.

Get the Lodge Cast Iron Skillet for $20.89

10. These resistance bands for a better home workout

You can use these bands for exercise or for rehabbing injuries. (Photo: Fit Simplify)

Resistance bands are all the rage in the fitness world right now, and for good reason—they're lightweight, yet provide a killer resistance workout at home. This set in particular is a favorite among Amazon shoppers because it comes with five different bands ranging from extra-light to extra-heavy and is made with thick rubber that doesn't tear or break easily.

Get the Fit Simplify Resistance Bands for $8.95

11. This super cozy weighted blanket

Curl up with a 15-pound blanket for even more relaxation. (Photo: Zonli)

Take it from someone who's suffered from sleep issues and overwhelming anxiety her whole life: Weighted blankets are a game-changer. This popular one is available in weights ranging from five to 30 pounds so you can choose the heaviness that feels most comfortable for you. Reviewers say it's surprisingly breathable and has helped even the worst insomniacs fall asleep quicker.

Get the ZonLi Weighted Blanket for $73.90

12. The best streaming device

It's compatible with virtually every TV. (Photo: Reviewed.com/TJ Donegan)

Must-haves for binge-watching all your favorite TV shows: A microwaveable popcorn maker, a cozy blanket, and a Roku for connecting to your Netflix account, of course. The Roku Ultra is our experts' top streaming device because it's fast and can easily stream both 4K and HDR content, so you get the best picture.

Get the Roku Ultra Streaming Media Player for $103.88

13. This eco-friendly reusable sandwich bag

Snack smarter on the go. (Photo: Stasher)

Packing your own lunch is great for your budget, but if you're using tons of plastic bags every day, it's not so great for the environment. That's why so many people are turning to these silicone bags, which come in every size (from snack bags to gallon freezer bags) and can be tossed in the dishwasher to be cleaned and used again. Reviewers especially like the pinch-lock seal that keeps your food fresher for longer.

Get the Stasher Silicone Reusable Sandwich Bag for $11.99

14. This natural deodorant that actually works

Body odor begone. (Photo: Native)

Not sure if you're ready—or brave enough—to make the switch to natural deodorant? Our e-commerce writer did just that, swapping her chemical-filled deodorant for Native's all-natural, aluminum-free stick. She says that it goes on smoothly (just like regular deodorant), doesn't leave white streaks, and holds up well to her everyday life.

Get the Native Deodorant for $11.97

15. Our experts' favorite blender

Put some ice in the bottle and blend it all up in seconds. (Photo: Reviewed.com/Jackson Ruckar/Ninja)

If you only use use your blender for smoothies and shakes, you really don't need a full-sized one clogging up your counter. Instead, opt for the smaller Nutri-Ninja, which our experts dubbed the best personal blender of 2019. It's as powerful as it is portable, thanks to its 700-watt motor, sleek design, and 16-ounce size.

Get the Ninja Personal Blender for $39

16. This popular single-serve coffee maker

Coffee for one, please. (Photo: Keurig)

Just when you thought your Keurig couldn't get any more convenient and compact, the K-Mini arrived. Less than five inches wide, when our experts' tested it, they loved how versatile it is (you can find K-Cups in over 400 different flavors and varieties) and that you can use it to brew anything from a single cup to a full travel mug.

Get the Keurig K-Mini for $49.99

17. These incredibly sturdy trash bags

Not all trash bags are created equal. (Photo: SimpleHuman)

There are some things worth paying a little more for, like Lululemon leggings, a good cup of coffee, and high-quality trash bags like these from SimpleHuman. Thousands of people have given them five stars for being strong and durable (the thick plastic means they won't rip easily) and for having convenient drawstring handles that make taking out the trash that much easier.

Get the SimpleHuman Custom Fit Drawstring Trash Bags for $6.49

18. This device that will make your laptop even better

The more ports, the better. (Photo: Sabrent)

One of my biggest pet peeves about my MacBook is that I can't plug more than two things in at once (I have to choose between my charger, my mouse, and my phone cord). But I could, if I had this best-selling USB hub. It has over 11,000 5-star reviews because it allows you to control each port individually, so you can turn off the ones that you aren't using.

Get the Sabrent 4-Port Hub for $7.99

19. This top-rated flashlight

The exterior is even waterproof and shock-resistant. (Photo: Anker)

Never underestimate the value of a good flashlight. Our experts put some of the most popular handheld flashlights to the test and found that the Anker Bolder was one of the best. What really sets it apart (besides its powerful beam) is its reusable battery, which you can charge time and time again via the USB cable and lasts much longer than the average AA battery.

Get the Anker Bolder LED Flashlight for $29.99

20. This meat thermometer every home cook needs

Never guess if your food is done again. (Photo: Kizen)

Grilling is fun. Eating undercooked meat is not. Prevent that from happening with this waterproof meat thermometer, which has thousands of positive reviews on Amazon. Users love that it's accurate, fast (you'll have a temperature reading within two seconds), and easy to clean off when you're done.

Get the Kizen Instant Read Meat Thermometer for $19.99

21. The number one robot vacuum

Let this device do your cleaning for you. (Photo: Reviewed.com/Jonathan Chan)

Our experts know a lot about robot vacuums (we've tested tons of them!). Of all the vacuums out there, the Eufy 11S is easily the best affordable one because it thoroughly cleans up dirt and debris, yet is so quiet it won't even interrupt your conversations. Bonus: It automatically recharges so it's always ready to go when you need it.

Get the eufy BoostIQ RoboVac for $239.99

22. This egg cooker everyone is obsessed with

A quick cooker for your breakfast? Egg-cellent. (Photo: Dash)

Fact: Breakfast is not only the most important meal of the day, it's also the best meal. So it's no surprise that this egg cooker has blown up on Amazon. Our own staff put it to the test to find out if it's as good as it seems—and it is. It made delicious eggs every time (from poached to hard-boiled) without leaving a mess and its fast speed makes it ideal for busy weekday mornings.

Get the Dash Rapid Egg Cooker for $16.99

23. These overnight acne patches

Clearer skin is just a patch away. (Photo: Avarelle)

Scrubs, masks, toners, supplements—we are a world obsessed with getting perfect skin. And according to the more than 3,000 reviewers on Amazon, these pimple patches are an easy solution. People swear that even after just one use (you stick them on zits overnight), they noticed a significant difference and their skin was much clearer.

Get the Avarelle Acne Absorbing Cover Patch for $8.50

24. This affordable indoor security camera

Keep an eye on what's going on 24/7. (Photo: Wyze)

There's a lot to love about the Wyze Cam, which is one of our top-performing indoor security cameras. It has 1080p image resolution, the ability to livestream from your phone, and even a feature that notifies you when your smoke or carbon monoxide alarm goes off. The best part? You get all of that for under $26.

Get the Wyze Cam for $25.98

25. This coffee accessory to make fancy drinks at home

Be your own barista with this frother. (Photo: Zulay Kitchen)

Giving up Starbucks sounds great in theory (and yes, it saves you money), but how will you live without your deliciously frothy latte? Thanks to this gadget, you don't have to. According to reviewers, it gives you that frothy milk you crave and has a long battery life, so you can use it every morning.

Get the Zulay Milk Frother for $12.99

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