Little things you can buy on Amazon that make a big difference

Sometimes, everyday products our editors use don't make it into our in-depth, long-form comparative pieces in which we vigorously test similar products head-to-head. That's where our Editors’ Picks come in — where we highlight everyday products we personally stand by and use on a daily basis, and think you should too.

Amazon can often feel a little like the Wild West — with a seemingly endless array of options and sometimes inconsistent reviews, it can often all be one big guessing game.

That's why we’ve pulled together some of our staff's favorite useful things on Amazon. These small items have yielded mighty results in our lives, and as a bonus, they’re all under $50 (and start at just $5).

This tiny security camera makes it really easy to keep tabs on my dog from afar, which is especially handy now that I’m out and about more. It's pretty cheap to begin with at $34.99, and goes on sale often.

I love staying hydrated on the go, but my holy grail water bottle — the 40-ounce Hydro Flask — is just far too big and bulky to fit in any of my "errand" bags. Also, my 2021 resolution was to stop buying single-use water bottles, so the Stojo water bottle, which is made from recyclable materials, is the perfect alternative. It's a super-sleek design and it's leak-proof, so I never have to worry about accidental spills. The bottle is also collapsable, so when I’m done chugging my H20, I can easily collapse it and stow it away, or even attach the little handle to my bag strap to create more space.