Usually worth it
- Magnetic power banks: genuinely useful every day. Stick to known brands.
- Clip-on wireless mics: the cheapest big upgrade for anyone who films themselves.
- E-readers: BookTok’s favourite gadget, with weeks of battery.
- Item trackers: small, cheap and a lifesaver for keys and luggage, if you get the one that matches your phone.
Worth it, with a catch
- Ninja CREAMi: brilliant if you’ll actually prep and freeze bases a day ahead; loud while it runs.
- Instant cameras: pure joy, but film is an ongoing cost.
- LED strip lights: great for the price, but adhesive can damage paint.
Check reviews carefully
- Ultra-cheap mini projectors: often overstate brightness and resolution (“supports 4K” is not native 4K). Look for reviews that test in a lit room.
- Portable blenders: fine for shakes, but struggle with ice and frozen fruit.
- Big-brand beauty tech sold at a huge discount on social ads: often fake.
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Last updated: 9 October 2026
