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37 Cleaning Products That Were Clearly Designed To Make People Say “Wow” After Trying Them
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We hope you love our recommendations! While every product is independently chosen by our editors, BuzzFeed and our publishing partners may collect a share of sales or other compensation from the links on this page. You can read more about how our affiliate partnerships work in our Editorial Standards & Ethics Guide. You haven't lived until you've seen a foaming drain cleaner do its thing. Are you looking for a product that'll make your jaw drop the same way Maura's did when Rob told her he was a traitor? Well, look no further! From Pink Miracle shoe cleaner and a feather duster that extends 100 inches to a vinyl record cleaning kit and an automatic cleaning toilet bowl cartridge, these cleaning items will surely leave you saying, "Wow!" Promising review: "Y'ALL, it smells amazing!! So fresh. I’m definitely gonna purchase THIS and the toilet cleaner and check out their other lavender scented items. I recommend this for a long scent. The quality is so good and worth the money and the effects are amazing! No leaks!!" —Jenna Gilpin Get it from Amazon for $4.97 (available in five scents). Each kit includes an ultra-soft velvet record brush, a bottle of cleaning liquid, a stylus brush, and a storage pouch Promising review: "I've cleaned a dozen or so records with this and love it! The wood handle brush works great. It takes just two sprays of the spray to clean an entire side, and it cleans well. I recommend this for anyone that wants to preserve their collection and protect their stylus." —BobbyD87 Also check out some outer sleeves for your records to keep the outer record sleeves pristine, too! Promising review: "Where has this been all my life? Cleaning high ceilings, ceiling fans, and even those tricky blinds used to be such a hassle, but now it’s a breeze! The extendable pole is incredibly sturdy and reaches up to 100 inches, so I don’t have to risk climbing on a chair or ladder anymore. The bendable head is another bonus — I can easily clean the tops of furniture or awkward corners without straining. The microfiber head is super soft but picks up dust like a magnet. I’ve even used it for my car, and it works wonders on the dashboard and vents. When I’m done, it’s easy to wash and reuse, so no worries about constantly buying replacements. Cleaning feels so much quicker and more effective now, and my house looks noticeably dust-free. Highly recommend it for anyone who’s tired of missing those high-up or hard-to-reach spots!" —Vin T Get it from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in six colors). Promising review: "Very satisfied. I tried everything to remove black mold with no success. This product actually worked to remove the black mold. I applied the gel on the mold and left it sit overnight. I was amazed the mold wiped off with a rag." —Robin S. Johns Promising review: "I love this thing! The handle makes it so much easier to wash the walls in my shower. No more grinding my knuckles against the shower wall as I'm cleaning it. Just a handle and an easy glide. They are thick and sturdy and the normal size of a magic eraser. I was hoping they would be thicker, but I'm okay with it. I'm definitely a fan and will buy it again!" —Dawne Get a device and two refills from Amazon for $12.94. By reducing the number of necessary washes, you'll save on laundry, water, and electricity. Promising review: "I've used color catchers for many years, so I can wash darks and lights together. They save time and money. You can tell they work because you see the color they soak up. If I have a garment that I know runs badly, I still wash it separately so as not to tempt fate. Recently, however, a new, purple shirt took me by surprise and ran profusely. I had two color catchers in that load. They both turned deep violet. The only purple stain was on a white dish towel that had ended up next to the shirt and sat there with it for a couple of hours after the wash cycle finished. Everything else was fine. These are seriously one of the best home inventions of the modern era." —Go Steelers Get a box of 72 from Amazon for $8.95 (also available in packs of two and four boxes). It works on polyester, mesh, nubuck, leather (including patent leather), and suede! Yes, use it on the laces, too. You get a bottle of soap and a cleaning brush. Promising review: "Literal magic in a bottle!!! A must-have for pristine sneakers! It took just a couple of minutes per shoe to get them white again. The cleaner effectively removes dirt and stains, restoring my sneakers to their original glory. It's especially impressive on white shoes, leaving them looking fresh and new. The cleaner is also gentle, ensuring it doesn't damage the delicate materials like suede and nubuck. The brush is sturdy yet gentle enough to use on different fabrics without causing any damage. The combination of the cleaner and the brush makes the cleaning process quick and efficient." —brad1856 Get it from Amazon for $22.97+ (available in three sizes). Promising review: "I bought this product because the needle in my Keurig 2.0 keeps clogging, causing inconsistent brew and taste. These cleaning cups fixed both of my issues, and I especially liked that it was really quick and easy to use… I put the cleaning pod in and ran one cycle, then took the pod out and ran a rinse cycle to clean out any leftover grinds. FAST, EASY, and GREAT results…VERY HAPPY!!" —Corey West You can also use it on carpets, bedding, cloth diapers, etc. Promising review: "Did your child wipe blueberries on you? Dealing with spit up, or even throw-up? Was there a poop catastrophe? Look no further than Puracy Instant Spot Remover! I am a big fan of this product and use it as a pretreatment before washing. It has a nice, sweet smell that is not overpowering, and it works quickly. The ingredients are clean too, which is a huge plus. It's so hard to find products that are clean but actually work! I buy the refills because that is more cost-effective than buying the spray bottles over and over. I totally recommend it for any stain!" —Ashley Promising review: "Cleaned three items in less than five minutes. Vacuum brush head and two hair brushes that have three girls' long hair. I can’t wait to get the whole vacuum and rug cleaner bristles cleaned. I had to write this review after testing it out. Design is strong, sturdy, and handles great. Highly recommended." —Rob BuzzFeed editor Jenae Sitzes is a huge fan. She said, "I've been using the ChomChom for quite a while now. It took 10 seconds to rid my velvet couch ottoman (yes, velvet...a terrible cat owner choice, I know) of the hair my two kitties are constantly leaving everywhere. It takes a bit of practice to get the hang of using this roller — at first, I thought you only brushed down in one direction, and was confused why it wasn't picking up hair. It's important to do a push-and-pull brushing in *both* directions so it actually pulls the hair inside, which does require you to apply a bit of pressure. Afterward, you'll just dump out the hair that's been trapped inside. The ChomChom is best for large flat surfaces like couches and beds." Promising review: "I've had it in my possession for like two hours and I've cleaned everything. The couch, the blinds, the cat tree pad, the chair; I'm obsessed. I feel like this thing should win an award for being so awesome. I feel like it should be in raffle baskets and giveaways and silent auctions for every event that highlights 'things cat people need.' It's better than those sticky rollers; it's better than the one-directional velvet wand thing that I always use the wrong way. It's the best." —Meowser I own and cherish this product. It's a dream knowing the "brush" is fresh and hasn't been intimate with the inside of my toilet prior to my picking it up again. This set comes with the wand and 16 refills. Promising review: "The primary reason I decided to purchase the Clorox Toilet Wand was so I could clean under my toilet rims, which I noticed was definitely getting neglected via using the standard toilet brushes to clean. Initially, I was looking for a toilet brush that had the shape needed to actually GET under the rim, and that's how I found out about it. Now that I've used it... I can say without a doubt that I'll never go back to a regular brush. I like the cleanliness of the disposable brushes as opposed to a regular toilet brush. And I especially like that I don't have to purchase a second brush with a shape capable of cleaning under the rim, which not only takes up more space, but also would take more time, given I'd have to switch back and forth and apply product. With this, I can just clean the entire pot in less than five minutes with the same tool." —Brittney Nelson I personally can vouch for how amazing this product is. I watched with my own eyes as it magically cleared out the grossness from my previous apartment's jetted tub pipes. It's pretty disgusting and incredible. Reviewers, like this one, also love that the product doesn't have a chemical smell. Promising review: "This stuff is amazing! I’ve cleaned my jets recently with laundry detergent (something I saw to do on Pinterest), but it was no match for this life-changing cleaner!! Absolutely fabulous. Will be purchasing more and adding it to my cleaning routine! THANK YOU!!" —Stephie B Promising review: "One of the best cleaning tools I own in my home. I use it for everything I need to dust. Not just for baseboards anymore!! Plus, it can be washed and air-dried!! Love my Baseboard Buddy!! The pole is long enough that you can even use to to do your fan blades. 😉 The pads are super absorbent, and you can even add a touch of soap and a couple of drops of water or cleaner for those troubled areas as well. I highly recommend this product!!" —Lori Sitzler There wasn't a lot of ventilation in my apartment bathroom, so the grout used to get gunky and gross-looking from the humidity. I had been battling this specific bathroom grime for weeks and tried a whole array of products to no avail. Finally, I purchased Skylarlife Home Mold and Mildew Remover Gel. The results were outstanding. It’s super simple: put on a pair of gloves and apply the clear gel around your grout. Let it sit for five to six hours (I suggest opening all your windows, it’s got a strong smell), then rinse it off with cold water. Promising review: "Wow! I would give this 10 stars if I could. We've had issues for a few years with the caulking behind the handle of our kitchen faucet turning black from mildew. We've scrubbed with what seems like a million different products, with no luck. We were actually just talking about ripping out the caulking and doing a total replacement. But my husband saw this online the other day and decided to order it. Almost immediately, when he applied it, you could see it was starting to work. We left it on overnight, and the black is COMPLETELY GONE! It's incredible. 1,000% worth the (small) investment." —Nicole D. Promising review: "Nice and thin. You'll find so many more uses for these around the house than just getting stuff off the underside of cookware! I had hard, scaly water deposits on the glass surrounding our powder room faucet (one of those fancy, highfalutin modern-looking things). I've tried everything for four years to get this stuff off. One day, I thought, maybe I'll try my sponges. Took it all off super easily!!!! The faucet looks like new. My only rec is to spot-test your item first before using it because it will scratch certain surfaces if you scrub too aggressively (for example, it gets the burned-on, weird stuff off of the bottom of my fave Our Place pan, but I rubbed too hard in one spot and it took the color right off lol)." —Hoarder Get an eight-pack from Amazon for $7.99+ (available in two sponge thicknesses). Check out a TikTok of the foaming pink drain cleaner in action. Promising review: "My kids clogged the sink drain with those small gel balls often used for flower arrangements. Nothing could clear it, and it was impossible to remove. However, this product worked wonders! The foam pushed the gel balls out through the sink’s overflow hole, and the drain was completely cleared. I ended up using it on all the sinks and even the bathtub drains, and it worked perfectly everywhere. Hair clogs, slow drainage—everything was cleared effortlessly. I’m beyond satisfied with this product!" —Tatiana Get it from Amazon for $15.98 (also available in a two-pack). Promising review: "I'm embarrassed to say I hadn't cleaned my microwave in about six months. It's an awful task. I ran Angry Mama once, wiped it down easily, then ran it again to get it really clean. Highly recommend using it more often than once every six months for a super fast, super clean microwave!" —Kelsey Get it from Amazon for $8.99+ (available in four colors). Broombi is a small business that specializes in household cleaning and pet hair-removing products. Promising review: "Absolutely love this broom! It does everything it states and shows. Excellent on carpets and spilled messes on the floor. Love how I get more dust and dirt off the floors. Also love that it can be made longer with just a quick twist. Durable and stable, and the appearance is much better than a tattered brush at the bottom of most brooms! Getting into the corners is so much easier, too. Excellent broom!" —Sandra Moyer Get it from Amazon for $34.95 (available in two colors). BuzzFeed editor Maitland Quitmeyer is a fan: "I bought a pack of these recently, and so far love dusting with them! All the dust sticks right on, so you don't end up breathing in all the dust you just tried removing. It's great for baseboards, too!" Promising review: "I had low expectations for this. But I'm really happy to find that they do work really well for a much better price than the name brand. It's pretty much the same as the name-brand Damp Duster, except that the grooves are slightly wider. Dusted tops and fronts of my cabinets in about five minutes, but I'm most impressed with how well it removes pet hair from my couch and clothes, even better than sticky rollers. I have Pomeranians blowing out their winter undercoats, so it's my new fav thing." —onon Get it from Amazon for $9.99 (available in five color packs). I have these tablets and use them all the time! They work especially great after the bottom of my dishwasher has gotten stained with residue from detergent or rusty-looking liquid after I've run my baking sheets through the wash. I love knowing I can just pop one into the dishwasher 1, 2, 3, and end up with a clean machine. Promising review: "After using this product, I am happy to report that my $5 investment saved me over $500. I was ready to replace my dishwasher, due to super cloudy glasses, residue, and just not getting clean. Then I saw a product test review for Affresh in Good Housekeeping magazine. I was ordering some stuff from Amazon anyway, so I added that to my order. I did not expect the results I got! The glassware that I thought was permanently etched and ruined came out like new. Same with cutlery. The difference is unbelievable. I am amazed!" —Sheila Promising review: "This product works great. My clothes were starting to get a damp smell after washing them. I put a tablet in to clean my washer and it works great. The odor from my washer disappeared. Will definitely buy again and recommend to others!!" —maria phillips Get a pack of 25 from Amazon for $18.40. This plant-based cleaner will remove streaks, smudges, and fingerprints from all stainless steel surfaces — sounds very therapeutic to me! Additionally, Therapy is a small business. Promising review: "THIS Therapy Premium Stainless Steel Cleaner is AMAZING. New dishwasher and a hungry dog are NOT compatible! Our small dog, 12 pounds, had a habit of stretching up her front paws and scratching her nails on the dishwasher while her food was prepared. Not even days had gone by and the new dishwasher had little thin claw scratches all down the front. I had stopped her by placing a footstool to block her, but other family members had not, despite my instructions. I tried several cleaners and had resigned to having a scratched appliance. But ONE try with the Therapy cleaner — yes, a *miracle*. The scratches cannot be seen at all — polished right out of sight. The dishwasher looks even better than when fresh out of the box — it is gleaming. I eagerly shared the success with my kitchen remodeler, who installs many appliances, and I hope others can restore their stainless products. Try it!" —L. Peterson Promising review: "These things are awesome! I cleaned my bathroom tile grout first because the lady who lived there before me really let it go. A few places stayed stained and I was worried it wouldn't cover them, but all grout areas are bright white and look new now!" —Donna K Cook Get it from Amazon for $8.99 (available in narrow and wide tips). This robotic vacuum can easily move between hard floors and low- to medium-pile carpets/rugs and can pick up all the accumulated dust, dirt, and hair while you go about your day. It has an infrared sensor to avoid knocking into obstacles (like furniture and walls) and drop-sensing tech so it won't fall down stairs and off ledges. And if it starts to run low on battery, it'll just return to its base for a recharge! Reviewers do recommend keeping stray items like socks and cords off the floor before running this. Promising review: "This robot vacuum is incredible! I have three dogs and a cat; this vacuum is a time saver. I run it each day, and it has done an incredible job of keeping pet hair, dirt, and debris picked up in my home. Works well on carpet, hardwood, and tile floors. Wish I had purchased it sooner!" —t. hampton Get it from Amazon for $139.99+ (also available in two other models). Promising review: "This stuff is magic in a spray bottle. It cleans SO well, I was actually shocked the first time I used it. I saw someone else mention it and I’m so glad I gave it a try. You literally spray it on and wait a couple of seconds, and you can see the stain disappear. I don’t know how it works, but it does, and I’m so grateful. I have three kids and a cream couch (I know, lol, but I really wanted it.), and with the Folex I can maintain it! It’s a good-sized bottle, granted, it’s a bit more expensive than other brands, but this one actually works, so I think it’s worth it. I haven’t noticed any smell whatsoever." —Mr & Mrs. B Get a 32-oz bottle from Amazon for $26.99. Promising review: "Saw on TikTok (don’t judge) and automatically added to cart. So easy to use, takes probably a minute to fully bubble up and clean, and you’re left with a clean sink! I use it with other drain cleaning products, but would 100% recommend it for weekly maintenance." —Jessica Hamilton Get a four-pack from Amazon for $3.74+ (also available as a pack of 24). Promising review: "This works absolutely phenomenally. I would clean the bowl area every weekend like clock work to remove mold or something…Our municipal water system may not inject enough chlorine to prohibit? But toilet cleaning is a breeze now!!! Works on the Koehler new low-flush systems… amazing. No chlorine damage to rubber parts, either, like other devices! Pretty simple instructions to install." —CdrW Get it from Amazon for $13.69 (and you can snag refill cartridges). I use this stuff constantly and can confirm it's fantastic. I use it on my frying pans and the grill pans from my griddler (which is ALWAYS a pain to clean). It loosens all the gunk and makes cleaning burnt bits and pieces much easier. It also smells incredible — very fresh and delightful! I recently swapped from the "fresh" scent to the "apple" one, and wow, it smells delicious. It also works great for removing stains on clothes (I've seen it remove coffee from a white tee with my very own eyes). Promising review: "This makes it so easy to keep my sink clear of dishes. I use it constantly throughout the day. Every time I use a dish, I give it a quick spray, wash it, rinse it, and put it in a dish drainer. It is wonderful. I wish it was a little cheaper as I’m constantly using it; other than that, I love it." —Linda W. Get a pack of four Amazon for $16.88 (available in four scents). Everneat is a small business based in Fairfield, Connecticut, that specializes in natural cleaning products. Promising review: "The holy grail of glass stovetop scrubs. I am honestly in awe of the outcome. Follow the directions; wipe it on, let it sit for 25-20 mins and use some elbow grease to scrub it off with the steel wool that comes with it. Wipe it off with a damp cloth, then dry. I cannot begin to explain how much I hated this glass stovetop because of the burn rings I couldn’t get at, even with a razor blade and harsh chemicals. Not even the trusty baking soda/vinegar/dish soap combo came close. Get it. You need it." —Katie Get it from Amazon for $25.99 (available in three scents). FryAway is a US-based small business specializing in planet-friendly cooking waste solutions. Promising review: "I will always keep this stocked in my house! My husband sent me a TikTok, I know, I know, and I thought it couldn't hurt to try it out. I loved it after the first night! I could easily remove the hardened oil and throw it out." —Roberta Promising review: "I bought this product for my minivan and the messy little humans who ride in it. It does an EXCELLENT job cleaning up after them. This product can get into the little crevices and tiny places, and it comes with a brush that I used to be able to round up all the hair and random things that a normal vacuum would leave behind. It's easy to empty, easy to clean, and it does a great job." —Jillian Barr After hearing what incredible things The Pink Stuff can do, I finally ordered it and tried it for myself. Honestly, wow! It really does work wonders. I tried it first on my yellow Le Creuset cast iron pan and was really amazed at how just one pass with The Pink Stuff (and a scouring brush) took off almost every stain! My 1-year-old colored with a blue crayon all over our play table, and The Pink Stuff took it off INSTANTLY — it was incredible to watch! Promising review: "I’m very impressed! It removed stubborn mold and grime from my shower tile grout with the use of a hard-bristle toothbrush. It removed hard water stains from my sinks and faucets. I noticed it really does remove mineral buildup, but it takes a lot of elbow grease and repetitive applications before you start seeing progress. The texture feels similar to when you mix honey with sugar to make a lip scrub, except it’s super fine grit and more pasty like putty or clay. It works amazingly so far! No overpowering smell (barely any smell at all), easy to use, and a little product goes a long way. I haven’t tried it on rust yet so we’ll see how that goes. Overall, very pleased and impressed so far. Highly recommend!" —Marissa After reading about how necessary it is to actually clean your makeup brushes (I know, I KNOW, I should’ve been doing this for years), I was super grossed out and motivated to order the right supplies to do the job. I’ve heard good things about Ecotools makeup brush-cleansing shampoo, so I figured I’d start there. The Amazon listing also suggested buying a silicone makeup brush cleaning pad to go with it so I figured... why not? Well, now I’m patting myself on the back because ordering these two items was a LIFE CHANGER! I could not believe how much residue came off my brushes in just one cleaning. You only need a little dab of shampoo, so one bottle will definitely last a long time. The silicone pad made it super easy to thoroughly lather the brushes without leaving my bathroom sink in shambles. I also loved how each section was labeled with the brush to be cleaned in that area. My brushes look brand new! Don’t hesitate as I did — buy both the shampoo and the mat ASAP. Promising review: "This vacuum is amazing. I first heard of it on TikTok, where people were using it to clean their stairs, mattresses, car seats, etc., and from the videos, it already looked amazing. But considering how dirty my dining chair cushions were, I was a little bit apprehensive and skeptical. I purchased the item and used it on my chairs for the first time and the results were SO AMAZING. Best vacuum I've ever used. I even bought a second one!" —Davina Get it from Amazon for $99+ (available in three styles). This adapter is compatible with most vacuum cleaner pipes, so all you have to do is attach it to your vacuum and guide it around your dryer to suck up excess and hard-to-reach lint. Too much lint buildup not only slows down the drying process, but it's also a fire hazard, so this handy device can actually be considered a safety tool! Promising review: "Yes, we had a sock in our dryer vent!! This past summer, the lint trap on our dryer broke. Our kids ran the dryer regardless! What a disaster. Received my vacuum kit today, and now my clothes are dry! I sucked up the sock and a piece of lint roller tape. Great product!" —Laurel Enoch Get it from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in four colors). Promising review: "I have less of a family, and more of a circus. There are six of us, including the dog. Three children under the age of six. And more grubby hands/fingers than I'd like to think about. I needed an all-in-one, and, boy, have I found it! Aaaand it's easily half the price of the leading brand! Especially with twins (everything baby related gets purchased twice) we need every penny stretched! It just so happens that we don't have to sacrifice quality, and I really appreciate that." —Mrs. Hawkins I tested this bad boy out on the white tile in my entryway (which gets super dirty from everyone walking in/out of that area all the time), and my husband and I were blown away! The Little Green HydroSteam did an awesome job making our tile look new again. My husband said it felt very therapeutic going over each tile and watching how fresh they looked after just one pass with this vacuum. One of our friends stopped by and even commented on how clean the tile looked — a win in my book. I feel very confident that one of our kids will inevitably spill something terrible on one of our rugs or couches, but I don't have to stress knowing we'll have this tool on hand to help clean it up. Promising review: "The Bissell Little Green HydroSteam Multipurpose Portable Carpet and Upholstery Cleaner is a game changer! I've been using it to clean my car, furniture, and carpets, and it's been amazing. I used it when my 6-year-old decided to squish his banana in the carpet and it made clean up so quick. I love that I can use both steam and cleaner at the same time, or just steam on its own. The powerful suction and quick heating time make cleaning a breeze. The sleek design and large capacity are also big pluses. 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