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Just 51 Things That’ll Keep You, Your Pets, And Your Home Cooler This Summer
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BuzzFeed and our publishing partners may collect a share of sales or other compensation from the links on this page. Read More “So be cool. Don’t be all, like, uncool.” —The Countess Luann. But also me to everyone suffering in this heat As a Deputy Editorial Director for BuzzFeed’s shopping team, I love to get into the weeds of why a product’s worth the money by deep diving into customer reviews, and product-testing as much as possible. We're knee deep in the part of summer where you check your phone's weather app and say, "Ugh, 96 degrees again?" Which is what I actually said the morning that I'm writing this story. But we're trying to stay as cool as a cucumber out here, folks! Not only out of pure comfort but out of safety to avoid dangerous overheating. So let's cool down (at least temperature-wise) with some cooling products from a portable fan to chilly-to-the-touch bedsheets to a kiddie pool your dog's claws can't deflate. Promising review: "I'm officially obsessed with this body wash! It delivers a rich, creamy lather that cleanses deeply while keeping my skin's natural moisture intact. Unlike heavy formulas, it leaves behind a silky, breathable barrier that feels lightweight and fresh — never greasy. The 'Cool Mood' fragrance is a total game-changer; it’s crisp, invigorating, and perfectly matches the name. Between the convenient pump bottle and the incredible value, this is now a permanent staple in my shower." —Superwmn I've been using these sheets at home and they are a big step up from other cooling sheets and, IMO, are worth the investment if you have trouble sleeping in warmer temps. The set includes 1 flat sheet, 1 fitted sheet, and 2 pillowcases. Promising review: "For months, I struggled with being too hot at night to snuggle with my partner. But for the first time in ages, I slept through the night, waking up snuggled next to them — and even wanted an extra blanket! Initially, I was skeptical about purchasing these sheets due to their price, but they were still more affordable than the alternative, which cost over twice as much. I’m thrilled I decided to try them. They’re worth every penny, feeling as luxurious as my satin pillowcases. The cooling pillowcases included are fantastic, and an added bonus is that they don’t make my hair frizz. It’s just like sleeping with my satin-covered pillows. Plus, there is a convenient pocket big enough to house a phone or remote on both sides of this deep fitting sheet set. Definitely an intimacy game changer." —Varena Kilcrease Get them from Amazon for $89.97+ (available in sizes twin XL–California king and five colors). The set includes a fitted sheet, flat sheet, and 1+ pillowcases. Promising review: "These white sheets are amazing! They are incredibly soft, comfortable, and make my bed feel fresh and cozy. The fabric is breathable, washes well, and stays bright white. They fit perfectly and feel great against the skin. I’m very happy with this purchase and would definitely buy them again! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐🤍✨" —yesi lopez Get them from Amazon for $34.97+ (available in sizes twin–California king, with extra deep pockets, 45 colors, and in sets of two). Promising reviews: "I have no idea how this works, but it does! It’s actually cool to the touch! I am always hot and don’t sleep well because of it. This blanket is a game changer!" —Rhonda M. "Ever since I moved to south Florida, I have been unable to use any sort of comforter or duvet because I am such a hot sleeper. In fact, I haven’t used anything besides a top sheet in what feels like ages. This comforter has completely changed that for me. It feels so fantastic against the skin, and my only regret is that I didn’t purchase one when I first saw the ad last year. If you sleep warm, this is 100% the best thing for your bed." —Steven S. Get it from Rest for $139+ (originally $199+; available in sizes Twin/Twin XL–King/Cali King and in six colors) or Amazon for $148.25+ (available in seven colors). Promising review: "This neck fan is awesome!!! It fits comfortably around the neck and is very lightweight. Love that the vents are all the way around so you feel the cold air around your whole neck. Cools you down quickly. Would buy again!!! If you are reading this... Do not hesitate to buy this, get one now before they run out." —Kathy Jones Get it from Amazon for $26.99+ (available in eight colors). Promising review: "Best fan ever. Ordered one for my Barbados trip, and it never failed me. I took it to the beach. And not thinking, went toward the water and the wave took me in fan and all. Long story short, the fan was dead to the world. Glad I didn't throw it away. Started working as if nothing once it was dry. Not sure if I got lucky or it wasn't in the water long enough, but it's working just fine." —Jeanne Polanco Get it from Amazon for $9.48+ (available in nine colors). Here's what BuzzFeed Shopping writer Amber Usher says about it: "This was, hands down, my saving grace while traveling in Singapore. I had mine on BLAST (level 6–8), and the battery lasted long enough while I was out and about. Whenever I would return to my hotel room, I would plug it in for a bit and have enough juice to last me once I was outside again. When I first unboxed the fan, my boyfriend said, 'How is that little thing going to keep you cool?' As you can see from the gif, he was able to answer his own question." Promising review: "Very strong. At first, I was like, yeah, the chill plate only feels super cold for a few seconds, then just cold, but…when I took it off my neck, my neck felt cold for a good amount of time after. It was strange, like it pulled the heat out of me. Very strong fan. I get hot flashes and panic attacks, and this is going to help a lot...also, it’s cute. ☺️" —Rebekah Bluhm Get it from Amazon for $129.99 (available in three colors) Promising review: "This will save you money! My pup can only eat pumpkin for treats right now so this mold allows me to make the perfect size frozen pumpkin for the large pupsicle. A must have!! Very easy to pop the treats out. As long as you don’t overfill, they fit perfectly." —Spencer B. Get it from Amazon for $9.99 (available in 10 sizes). Promising review: "Easy installation and works well. Elevated our family's trampoline enjoyment to another level. Now we can enjoy the trampoline on a hot summer day! A must-have addition to any trampoline." —MagnumMan Promising review: "Purchased for my grandson who loves to play in the water. Perfect height for a 2-year-old. Easy to put together, sturdy and lots of different things to do. The top part is like a waterfall, it has lots of little holes for the water to come through." —dd Promising review: "Guys. If you’re going on a trip and need a cute hat but don’t want to worry about it getting smashed…look no further. I bought this hat last summer. It’s been as far as The Maldives, all over Europe, and I wear it on the reg in southern California. It’s totally kept its shape, and I’m not shy of shoving it in bags. 10/10 recommend! I’m sitting on a bus in Croatia right now thinking how awesome this hat has been and decided to write a review, as I rely on reviews for my purchases on Amazon. Hope this helps someone!" —Lyra S. Get it from Amazon for $24.99+ (available in 12 color combos). Ponyflo is a small biz specializing in ponytail-friendly hats. Promising review: "I purchased this hat for the beach to cover my face and ears. It did the job and was way cuter than I thought! If you’re looking for a hat for the pool, beach, or a sports mom, this will be great!" —Matthew & Brittney Odom Get it from Amazon for $32.99 (available in 11 colors). Promising review: "I purchased these for every room in my house. They completely block out the light and heat. I live in Florida, so the AC is running 24/7, and after purchasing these, my electric bill went down about 25%. These are honestly such a smart investment if you’re looking to sleep in or cool your house down. I feel like an idiot for not buying them sooner." —Lucinda Get it from Amazon for $15.98+ (available in 31 sizes and colors). Promising review: "I got this for a week-long beach trip, and it did not disappoint. This thing is super easy to put up and has plenty of space for the littles to play in the shade. I didn’t worry even once about the wind snatching this thing up. It was super sturdy with the sandbags filled. 10/10." —Madison H. Get it from Amazon for $129.95+ (available in three sizes and four colors). Promising reviews: "I bought this because summers in California are HOT and I’m prone to heat headaches. This fits well. The material is very soft and flexible. It's tight enough not to fall or slip but not too tight to be uncomfortable. I love that it holds the cold very well. I got a solid 30 minutes of cool comfort. Will buy more so I don’t have to share with my kids!! 👍🏽👍🏽" —Danielle2133 "I suffer from migraines occasionally, and a friend suggested I try this mask. I’m so glad I did!!! I didn’t even put it in the fridge/freezer to get cold. The coolness alone worked well for me! I highly recommend this, not just for headaches, but even for those hot summer days and nights to just cool yourself off." —alohapeg Get it from Amazon for $27.95+ (available in two sizes and five colors). Promising review: "I bought these for my floor vents to keep the AC and heat from going up the curtains and window. I can feel the cool air on my legs from more than four feet away! The magnets are plenty strong enough to keep it in place on the floor and the plastic is thick and sturdy. I'm ordering more of these now that I have tried the first ones." —K.P. Get a pack of two from Amazon for $13.99 (also available in packs of 4, 6, and 8). It features a programmable LCD controller with a heating and cooling thermostat and automated fan speeds. Promising review: "My home was generally too hot in the summer and a bit cooler than I liked in the winter. Now, with this product, the entire house is much more balanced — upstairs and downstairs. In the winter, after my HVAC system shuts off, the unit continues to run as long as the duct continues to put out heat. In the summer, the unit puts out cold air upstairs even though the HVAC system is off, making upstairs bedrooms very, very comfortable for an afternoon nap. Setup is not difficult. Best of all, my energy bill went down. I was concerned that it would go up since these units are plugged into a receptacle, but the units appear to be 12- or 24-volt units (low amperage). Bottom line, an outstanding product that I feel is well worth the money I spent." —Sharon Get it from Amazon for $59.99 (available in two sizes and two colors). Promising review: "We are so happy with our purchase so far. This pool is plenty big for our purposes and was well within our budget. It took more than 60 minutes to set it up but it wasn't terrible. There were four of us working. We are fortunate to have a flat concrete slab in the back yard that was just large enough for this pool so I can't comment on leveling dirt, etc. The concrete is pitted though so we bought an extra pad to put under it to make it a bit softer against any potential sharp edges. The sand filter is nice. We've used traditional filters in the past on a much smaller pool and this seems like it will be easier to maintain in the long run." —Mad Cassandra Get it from Amazon for $949+ (available in four sizes and with or without a sand filter pump). Promising review: "I have had this pool for about two weeks now and I LOVE IT!!! Was simple to set up, I got a little electric pump and it took about 10 minutes to inflate, then about half an hour to fill with water. Pay attention to making sure you set it up on level ground or it will be lopsided. It is probably good for two adults, maybe one adult and a couple of kids. The built-in seat and headrest are really quite comfy and relaxing. I will definitely buy this same pool again if it springs a leak and can't be fixed, if I could give it a 10 stars I would. LOVE, LOVE, LOVE it!!!" —kathryn j. Promising review: "These are perfect for under dresses, even in the hot, humid summer. The pocket is perfect to slip my phone in so I can be hands-free. Great quality! I have two pairs, one black and one beige." —Amanda Martinez Get it from Thigh Society for $39+ (available in women's sizes XS–2XL, three lengths, and in 12 colors). It isn't inflatable like other little pools, so you don't have to worry about your dog puncturing it. Plus it's foldable so can be more easily stored. And while we're on the subject, check out hot weather pet tips from the ASPCA. Promising review: "The perfect size for our golden retriever (80 lbs). Easy to open, unfold, fill up, and put away! Very happy I selected this model and size when searching for a pool for him." —Katy Ryan Promising review: "I have a pug and a toy fox terrier/Chihuahua mix and they absolutely love this thing. I just leave it sitting on the living room floor and they gravitate towards it whenever they need to cool down (they sometimes even fight over it). Both fit simultaneously if they are in the mood for sharing the space. The mat is tough, too! I don't think their nails can penetrate it." —E Marsh Get it from Amazon for $28.99+ (available in two colors). Dae is a small business that specializes in haircare and styling products. (It goes without saying that you don't need to lay your edges if you don't want to, but this is a handy option if you do.) Promising review: "I’ve tried numerous products for taming baby hairs, especially post-partum, and this is hands down the best thing I’ve tried. It also smells incredible! Love the size of the styling wand!" —Completely happy customer! Promising review: "I love spending time outside, and we entertain on our patio, too. But when it's over 100 degrees outside, nobody feels like visiting. Until now!! I bought one and liked it so much I ordered another to cover both patios. They lower the temps to a more moderate level in just moments and don't use a 100 gallons of water doing it! I put mine along the top of our privacy fence and then put a fan in behind it and made it almost like having an AC unit outside. They're easy to put up and take down and come with convenient hanging hooks! I read the reviews people wrote about the heads getting stopped up, and they WILL, but as a plumber I'll tell you a trick to keeping them working like new: vinegar. Just remove the heads and soak then in a little straight vinegar then use a small bristle brush like a toothbrush or nail brush rinse them off and replace them in the mister tubing, and they should be like brand-new." —Sonya Combs Get it from Amazon for $21.20+ (available in several pack sizes). Promising review: "Many times I wake up too warm to sleep, and wish I had something opposite of a hot pad! This is perfect! You never want it directly on your skin. You can place it between a towel and lie on it, or place it inside your pillow, or even under it. Sure cuts down on AC bill or freezing your hubby or pets...when it's just you who needs to chill. 😆 I will also use this in my dog's jogger stroller on a hot day for him. But just remember, they also need a towel covering it — not directly against skin. Easy to fold and place in freezer, and unfold." —Live Love Laugh Get it from Amazon for $24.99+ (available in two sizes and colors). This weatherproof fan has a fully sealed and permanently lubricated industrial motor to protect it against wetness. Promising review: "Great fan at a good price! I bought this fan for my backyard to help circulate the air on hot days and to help deter mosquitoes at night around the firepit. This fan worked perfectly. It has three speeds, the highest of which is super strong. The fan at high speed is a bit noisy, but nothing unexpected of a powerful fan. It is also 100% waterproof, which is a must. My only minor issues would be 1) it would be nice if the fan came with a cover for when it’s not used (I bought 20-inch tire storage covers to do the job), and 2) the fan is only adjustable up and down not side to side — if they could make it oscillate that would be great. Having said that, I would recommend this fan for sure and would not hesitate to buy it again." —Bigdad Get it from Amazon for $99.95+ (available in three sizes). Beach State is a small business specializing in premium, high-quality beach umbrellas. Check out a TikTok of the umbrella in action. Promising review: "This umbrella is exactly what my family was looking for as our everyday beach umbrella — large diameter, high quality, and cute retro design. It is a higher end umbrella but still slightly less expensive than the other big name designer beach gear company that we were considering. It is easy to pop up and stays standing, and we’ve had many compliments from other people at the beach asking where we got it. The customer service from the company was excellent. Would definitely recommend these umbrellas!" —Taryn Get it from Amazon for $99.99+ (available in six colors). Promising review: "This product is sturdy, easy to assemble, and very nice decor. It has many uses as a table or cooler. Well made, looks nice. Highly recommend for outdoor cooler and table combination." —Amazon Customer Get it from Amazon for $74.99+ (available in graphite or brown). Several reviewers shared that this little pool kept their kids engaged for hours. Promising review: "My kids love this. It is soo easy to plug the hose into and turn the water on and the kids can have hours of fun. Once the kids are done playing, I disconnect the hose let the water drain, and hang it over the porch." —Austin Promising review: "The only problem I have with this chair is: I only have one of them and the whole family now fights over it! Seriously, it is THAT comfortable and relaxing. Pretty easy to put together, my husband got it all assembled in less than an hour and then proceeded to open up a beer and fall asleep in it next to the pool, HA! I like to take my laptop out with me and work in it as the moveable umbrella shades my screen. Love love LOVE it!!" —Erin S Get it from Amazon for $199.99+ (available in 16 colors). Promising review: "Walking on cushiony clouds!!! I LOVE Crocs but I don’t love the look of them when I wear summer outfits. These were the jackpot!!! I only wear sandals and flip-flops all summer and these are definitely my new favorite!! Soooo cushiony and comfy!!! I will be buying in more colors!!" —Maven Get them from Amazon for $29.95+ (available in sizes 4–11 and 14 colors). Promising review: "I got three pairs of these for a family trip to Hawaii. I wanted something breathable, more so than my cotton knit pants, but that would be OK walking around in. These are fantastic. The fit is loose, and I did order a size up since linen does not stretch. The drawstring kept them plenty tight around my waist, but the legs were baggy and breezy, which is exactly what I wanted. The inseam is a bit short. On the bright side, it does mean that when I wore sandals, the pants were not hitting the ground. They were perfect for the beach, colors were spot on, and they also looked perfect for walking around farmers markets. Quality is great. No, they are not see-through, but I also didn't get white." —Lark Get it from Amazon for $12.90+ (available in women's sizes XS–6X and 11 colors). Promising review: "Used it for a party that a neighbor has catered so no food needed, but I never go to someone's house without bringing something. This was a hit, and a few people at the party were adding it to their Amazon cart at the party." —signs Get it from Amazon for $104.99 (available in six colors and in 3- or 6-gallon sizes). Pick up a sturdy rust-resistant curtain rod while you're at it! Promising review: "These curtains are AMAZING! Beautiful and elegant. Hangs beautiful, very light blocking, keeps rain out of our Tiki bar, we can sit out there in the rain, and keeps the heat in on a cool fall evening when we have the fireplace on!" —Sara Bushendorf Get it from Amazon for $11.95+ (available in 10 sizes and 16 colors). Promising review: "I usually write a review if a product goes far beyond what it claims to do, or if the product goes far below expectations. I have to say this fan performs like nothing I have ever seen. I struggle with SEVERE hot flashes, so having cool air when I need it is very important. This fan flows cool air up the entire width of our queen bed. The air that blows out feels like it's coming from an air conditioner. I use the remote to turn the force of the air coming out 4–5 levels. Not sure how many levels there are, since I don’t go past 4. Even at three levels, I can’t leave it on more than 30–40 minutes at a time. At 40 minutes, I start to get cold. The temperature outside is near 85. I really love this fan when I’m sleeping, reading, or knitting. Whoot Whoot SHARK!" —Denise Get it from Amazon for $199 (available in three sale colors). Promising review: "We love this fan. Not only can you spray water through an attachment that goes to the fan, but you can charge the fan itself, disconnect it from the stand, set it up on a table, and it will run for about four hours with no electricity required. It will also run for about four hours before having to be recharged. You won't regret this purchase." —Nan Lindstrom Promising review: "My family has had a blast with these this summer. Easy to fill up to get the fun started! Just make sure to make all players agree to the yard pickup afterwards, but it’s worth it!" —Momof3 Get 350 balloons from Amazon for $20.85 (available in three color combos). Promising review: "My pool is awesome when it gets into the hundreds of degrees here in California. We decided to grab a 20x20x20 triangle and holy cow does it do a number on the backyard! Not only does it keep my pool better-shaded, but it also keeps the sun off of my back patio during the hottest part of the day." —Amazon Customer Get it from Amazon for $26.98+ (available in 14 colors). Promising review: "Used these on a sunburn on my back, and they were very soothing. Also provided padding when leaning back in my seat. I stuck one on my shoulder also to keep my seatbelt from rubbing the sunburn there. I bought them to use on the back of my kids' necks to help prevent heat exhaustion on a very hot day outside but ended up just using them for burn relief." —Joanna "These saved us on our vacation with our little that is sensitive to sun!" —felicia faith Get a pack of 20 from Amazon for $14.99. Promising review: "Perfect, affordable, useful. Comes in attractive, carrying case. Has a protective sleeve. Opens to a good size." —Holly West Get it from Amazon for $10.77+ (available in 19 colors). Promising review: "Bought as a surprise to grandkids. They love it and a half way healthy snack for them on hot summer days. Helps keep them hydrated! Very simple to use, like that you can use regular ice and don’t need to use a special ice mold worth the extra cost for that. Safe even for the kids to use. Simple to assemble." —Amazon Customer Promising review: "My portable AC unit had gaps between the plastic piece where it mounts on my window. I tried tape but found it had no effect. I tried this tape, it lowered my room temperature by 5 degrees. Worth it!" —Tai T. Get it from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in three sizes). Promising review: "The weather stripping (rubber tubing) on our front door was compromised, and our AC couldn't cool the house. After replacing the original stripping with this foam, the temperature inside dropped by 10 degrees. Your mileage may vary, but it worked well for me." —HrVanker Get it from Amazon for $12.48+ (available in 18 sizes/lengths). Plus, it'll help muffle outside noises — something particularly helpful if you live in an apartment building or with noisy roommates. Promising review: "I’ll admit I was skeptical of these at first, but after applying them to four of our doors, we are thrilled! We live in an older home that is in no way energy efficient. We have only had them for a short time, but they look so good! They actually upgrade the doors a bit. ;-) The application went well and it is a firm hold. The flooring in our house meets the door almost so there’s not much room for movement and these stay put firmly when opening and closing the door. I have no doubt that they will stay on for a long time. Will probably buy another pack for the doors leading to our garage." —AHA Get a set of two from Amazon for $7.95+ (available in two sizes and five colors). Promising review: "The attic drop-down door in the home I'm renting is located in the interior of the home in the bedroom hallway, plus the door is warped, leaving a half-inch gap open. In this flaming hot summer, the heat was pouring into the hallway, and my AC ran 12 hours per day to keep the house reasonably cool. The thermostat is 3 feet from this attic door (poor design), which exacerbated the problem. Within 5 minutes of installing this, I noticed a complete change! In the South, it doesn't get terribly cold in the winter, but this will keep the cold from leaking in as well. Great product for less than $40. Beats paying for a new attic door on a home I don't even own." —C A Get it from Amazon for $25.95+ (available with or without a staple gun). Promising review: "Finally found pillows that are worth every penny!!! I am buying more ASAP! I have a sweating problem, and also have my bedroom on the third floor of my home, so the heat rises, which doesn’t help my hot flashes at all! I have a hard time finding a pillowcase that isn’t sticky feeling, too hot to lie on, etc. These pillowcases are cool to the touch, super soft, and super comfortable to lie on, to the point I woke up with drool all over my face from the remarkable amount of great sleep I had! This pillowcase doesn’t get that overwhelmingly warm, sticky feeling after lying on it for a while. It stays comfortable to lie on all through the night! I’m incredibly happy and grateful to finally find pillowcases that are exactly what anyone with sweating issues and hot flashes needs and wants in pillowcases." —CosmeticatedReviews Get them from Amazon for $15.49+ (available in standard, queen, and king sizes and in seven colors). I've been using this after my outdoor runs to help cool down my face, and it's the best! Promising review: "I was skeptical about this product. I wasn't sure how it was much different than rolling any other frozen thing on your body. I'm beyond pleasantly surprised. I've used it for sinus pain, migraines, swollen neck glands, under-eye circles/bags, inflamed acne, TMJ pain, etc. Not to mention, when I use it on my face, it leaves my skin feeling tight and wakes me up in the mornings. It also stays cold forever but never sweats or leaves water behind. It's like magic. I also bought one for my mom, who suffers from nerve damage in her arms and legs. I think it'll really help when she has bad pain days." —Jessica McRee Get it from Amazon for $18.99+ (available in nine colors and bundles). Promising review: "I was hesitant to buy this but I absolutely love it! It keeps my drinks cold for hours, the ice stays solid without watering the drinks down, and it prevents condensation. Perfect for iced coffee, soda, or any glass cup. The patterns are adorable as well. I loved it so much I had to order another for my other car!" —Marta Get it from Amazon for $13.99+ (available in five sizes and several styles). Read more about lidocaine and pain relief at Cleveland Clinic. Promising review: "I brought this with me on a cruise, and I’m so glad I did! After a little too much sun on the deck, this spray was a total lifesaver. It provided instant cooling relief and took the sting out of my sunburn right away. The spray made it easy to apply without having to rub it in — perfect for those sensitive areas. The aloe was super soothing, and the lidocaine helped calm the burn fast. It absorbed quickly and didn’t leave any sticky feeling behind. Definitely a must-have for any sunny vacation or cruise — I'll never travel without it again!" —Barbara The futuristic gadget (which works on beds of all sizes) is outfitted with biorhythm sleep technology. Basically, that's just a fancy way of saying it's programmed to change the temperature each hour of the night to help you sleep better. You can also set the temperature to whatever degree you'd like using the accompanying remote. If you're a cold sleeper, you can also set it to heat mode, and it'll warm you up 15 times faster than a regular ol' blanket! Just plug the small unit into an outlet, slip the vacuum-like tube under your sheets, set your preferred temperature, and you're good to go. Since there are no wires or anything like that, it also won't affect the coziness of your mattress. Promising review: "There are plenty of glowing reviews for the BedJet. It's worth every single one of them. Very easy to set up and use via app or remote. For anyone who suffers even the slightest at night, due to being warm or waking up sweating...this is a must-have, and to call it a game-changer is an understatement. I wish this had been around years before now. Summer sleeping is at a new level of comfort." —Gene Hardison Get it from Amazon for $569+ (available with or without sheets). * Products To Make Summertime With Pets A Little Less Messy * Pet Products You’ll Be Convinced To Buy From The Reviewer Pics Alone * Pet Owners Say These 27 Products Work For Both Dogs *And* Cats BuzzFeed Shopping is service journalism first: our writers and editors spend all day shopping so you don’t have to, vetting products, fact-checking brand claims, and surfacing what actually helps in real life. We center readers over revenue, recommend products with authenticity (using real experiences, not ad-speak), and reflect our diverse audience, inclusive of a variety of price points, people, and needs. We cut through fake deals, favor useful info over glossy fluff, and recommend both budget and splurge options with context so you can decide what’s right for you — and still have a little fun along the way. Reviews have been edited for length and/or clarity.