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30 Problem-Solving Products From Walmart That Require Minimal Effort
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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. I am a contributor and former BuzzFeed Shopping writer extraordinaire, as well as a film & TV critic, which is why she loves scouring the interwebs to find the best pop culture knick-knacks to rep your fave fandom. Promising review: "Great slim outlet to put behind my bed for the table lamp. Works great." —Moses Price: $22.94+ (available in various styles) Promising reviews: "I am a professional dog groomer. While it is not designed to be used for hours each day, it is good for daily home use. The bristles retract into the casing, and this helps prevent the bristles from bending out of shape, which is a problem I have seen on different designs of self-cleaning slicker brushes." —DawnaL "I absolutely love this brush for my Saint Bernard/German Shepard mix. She sheds so much hair, and her hair is very long. You can find her hair all over the house, clinging to everything it can find to attach itself to. I previously used one of those deshedding gloves, and it was okay, but it didn't get the hair out as well as this one does, and I was constantly having to pick the hair out of it with my fingers. With this brush, I can brush her and brush her and brush her 3–5 times a day or as needed, and just push the button on the top to release the hair into the trash. I absolutely love it so far because it is so easy to clean, and I can get right back to brushing her. This is much faster for me since I often have to brush her several times a day. I highly recommend that if you have a dog with long hair that sheds a lot, you try this brush." —Walmart Customer Promising review: "I use this cutter tool daily. I use it on boxes; I'm afraid I might cut into liquid. I use it on packages, I'm afraid scissors might be too sharp for. I use it on items sealed in hard plastic that are too hard to cut out with scissors. Plus, it has a handy magnet inside to put on handy places or on a key ring. I've never cut myself with it; however, I've used it on many items, and it worked super conveniently! I love it! It makes a nice gift too!!" —Searchin4Sale Promising review: "I was always afraid to try frying my own food due to the extreme mess in the process, but this product congeals the oil into a wax so it is easily removed from the pan in a solid block. Though it's a little pricey, it is great if you are like me and want occasional fried foods with absolutely no mess. I am so glad I can now wade into these recipes without fear of an oil disaster!" —Jacob Promising review: "I have tried Dr. Scholl, which was way too thick and not moisturizing at all. I am happy with this, it's awesome. My feet have never been soft — in just half a week of daily application, my feet look and feel moisturized. With severe joint issues, I am not always bendy, but I can easily apply this while sitting in a chair. I start at the tip of the big toe and move down the side, around my heels, and back up to the little toe. Then I use my heels to rub the product in. This truly softens heels and feet with the coconut oil and shea butter. Happy feet here!" —Jackie Promising reviews: "Highly recommend this for anyone who struggles with jaw/temple pain from TMJ. I never thought I'd find something that would ease some of the pain. I'm buying a second one so I can alternate them when one becomes warm. This has completely changed my life. I don't go anywhere without it now." —Courtney "I was desperate during the peak of my Covid symptoms. With a headache that wouldn't stop and a fever, I wanted anything to help with the pain. Thankfully, this did it for me. The pressure from the mask, along with the cool gel, helped the throbbing feel bearable." —Nyx Promising review: "This product is fabulous. It just hangs from my wrist, and I'm holding my dog's leash on a walk. It is very easy to use. My dog loves having fresh water when we stop. So many people have asked where I've gotten it. And of course I tell them. Best of all, it doesn't leak!" —Susan Price: $10 (available in two sizes and two colors) Promising review: "I was already a Dawn Powerwash spray user. I love the way it cleans, and the spray bottle is handy. I am OBSESSED with this watermelon scent. It smells so good and leaves my kitchen smelling so good. I’m sad to see this is a limited-edition scent. I have already bought another bottle, but I have no way of knowing when this will become unavailable. Hopefully Dawn decides to permanently keep the watermelon scent." —GamerMom Price: $5.94 (available in three scents) Promising review: "Great for grandmothers who have trouble unlatching the car seat crotch button." —Dee Price: $14.99 (available in seven colors) Promising review: "WOWWWWWW! 100 stars for this product! The instructions are very simple to follow! EVEN A YOUNG CHILD SUPERVISED CAN DO THIS!!! Removed a huge amount of built-up hair in my bathroom sink. I used two of the five sticks in the package to get my bathroom sink drain working again. Had I gotten my maintenance man to do what this product did, it would have taken soooo much longer LOL!!! I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS TO ANYONE!!! I WILL BE BUYING MORE FOR SURE!!! Will contact the company and give them my thanks!" —Eileen Promising review: "This spray is a must-have! I feel like it saves me so much time not having to iron. It works so well that I don't even fold my clothes nearly as well as I should anymore. A couple of misting sprays of this magic and the wrinkles are gone." —ehekebers Price: $8.37 (also available in multipacks) Promising review: "These candles are the BEST I have found. The burn time is extremely long with an all cotton wick that continues to burn until the entire candle has evaporated and the scent lingers for days — very refreshing! I will be a returning customer. My favorite scents are moonlight and bamboo watermint!" —LT Promising review: "Moved recently and could smell the chlorine in the city water. Researched filtration systems, but decided to go with a pitcher for convenience and price, since there are just two of us and we were only concerned with drinking/cooking water. The difference in taste and scent is obvious. Also, the speed at which it filters is incredible." —LeeCee Price: $19.99 (available in three colors) Price: $22.99+ (available in three scents and two sizes) Each apple comes with an ethylene-absorbing packet that lasts up to three months! Promising review: "Love these produce savers. I use them in my produce drawers in my fridge and in my potato and onion storage. I've used these for years now. They do work, my produce stays fresh much longer." —WhoMe Promising reviews: "I am a fluffy girl who has always had a lifelong issue with chafing in my underarms and groin area. This stuff is AMAZING. I can't say enough how well it works." —Anonymous "I was skeptical about using the product at first. But I am so glad that I did. This product is a game changer for me! It kept me fresh all day, and I did not have to reapply. I would definitely be purchasing this again. Now I'm anxious to try the other fragrances!" —Macki Promising review: "I spray this on my back and chest after workouts, and it's been great for keeping acne under control. It helps calm my skin without drying it out. Super easy to use and gentle enough for everyday." —Julie Price: $11.89+ (originally $13.99+; available in four sizes and multipacks) Promising review: "These really help work my teeth grinding/clenching. I didn't notice how bad I clench my teeth as soon as I lay down for bed until I started wearing these plackers. I knew I ground my teeth as I've broken a filling before… now I wake with tooth marks on these. It's weird to wear, feels weird on my top lip, but better than a full mouth guard. I feel safer wearing this guard, so I stop being scared I'm going to break another filling." —Heather Promising review: "I love this tool! Great for weeding in tight spaces. The bright green color helps keep me from losing it in the garden." —Patricia Promising review: "Obsessed with these! They blend seamlessly, feel comfortable all day, and I love that I can wash them and pop them back into the storage case. So convenient and totally worth it." —Alexis Price: $10 (originally $14.99; available in plus size and three colors) Promising review: "I had several squeaky doors, which were driving me crazy. I knew WD-40 would take care of it, but I had never used the pen. I purchased it, used it on all my doors, and they no longer squeak. For me, it was so much easier to use than the spray can. I will purchase again when needed." —Fran Price: $4.98 (also available in three multipack sizes) Promising reviews: "Obsessed! cleans my oily skin and makes me feel perfect when needing a touch-up." —Niki "Seriously, love this product, takes the oil and leaves the makeup." —Reanna Promising review: "Works exactly as advertised. Mother has Alzheimer's and was missing doses about half the time. Now she doesn't miss any. Loading information needs to be clearer, but machine is great so far." —Jonathan Promising review: "It fits right in with my program. Before, I had at least four pillows, which, while I was sleeping, tried to escape! Now all I need is this small pillow that stays where it belongs. I'm so glad I ordered it." —Walmart reviewer Promising review: "Purchased this to take on vacation to the lake. It actually worked. I'm usually the one getting eaten alive the second I step outside but the Thermocell lantern did the trick. I took it on the porch, on our little boat, by the fire, and I was mosquito free! I highly recommend this to anyone who is usually the target of mosquitoes." —Laila Promising review: "This magnetic screen door is SO much better than the less expensive ones. (You get what you pay for.) The one I installed last year was ruined before the season ever ended. This one seals perfectly from top to bottom and all sides. The Velcro goes all the way around, not just in little pieces. The magnets are long and make a complete seal. Made it through one season, and it's still like new. I have a lot of cats, and they go in and out of it all day long, and it's just wonderful how it's holding up. It immediately closes up completely after you walk through it." —Karen Price: $29.99+ (available in four sizes) * Walmart Products That Are So Impressive, They Deserve A Standing Ovation * Just 30 Fun Walmart Products Because Life's Too Short Not To Treat Yourself * Products From Walmart With Such Impressive Reviews You'll Say "Yep, These Are Going In My Cart" Plus, organizers, travel must-haves, dresses, couches, skincare upgrades, and helpers for parents. 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