Favorite Products
Some products and services are so amazing that they command attention — even when they don’t qualify for special offers! These favorites are so off-the-chart with high value that I consider them to be resources.
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Once in a while, they may qualify for rewards programs or special discounts, so you’ll definitely want to pick them up on those occasions. However, even without a bonus incentive, these are some of the best products that are worth the cost for their top-notch quality.
I’m happy to share and recommend these tools that make my life so much easier!
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Favorite Products
Below I’ve broken these great resources out into categories. Find great items for your wardrobe items, household, kitchen, office, and more!
Note that this is not only about some great products, but also the specific brand of products as well.
Top Kitchen Products
Make your time in the kitchen more enjoyable with quality products that combine form and function.
Digital Electric Kettle
The digital presets on this kettle make it easy to get the perfect temperature for brewing coffee or herbal teas. The gooseneck pour-over spout design ensures that the coffee or tea receives the proper agitation to release the full flavor. The chic stainless design looks great on the countertop.
Insulated French Press
This french press is beautiful and functional and always yields a perfect pot of coffee. The double-walled design keeps coffee hot inside while the outside stays cool to the touch. The elegant design fits in with any decor.
CORELLE Dinnerware
I grew up with a set of these plates that were decorated with avocado green flowers. Although I still get nostalgic when I think of that pattern, my set of choice today is the classic “dazzling white”. These pieces are lightweight yet sturdy and the white set looks great for both everyday usage and special occasions.
OXO Pop Containers
These storage containers are beautiful, stackable, easy to open and close, and seal foods absolutely airtight.
Tea by REVOLUTION
A favorite tea with flow-through bags to fully release flavor. The Dragon Eye Oolong is always stocked in the pantry, but other favorite flavors include Sweet Ginger Peach Black tea, Tropical Green, and Golden Chamomile.
Top Home Products
Take advantage of the latest technology and smart solutions for your home. Whether it’s a quality coach or smart voice-controlled lighting, there are so many easy ways to upgrade your experience at home!
SAMSUNG Appliances
Smart features and a wide variety of settings make laundry day so much easier. The washer’s “Night Wash” feature (possibly discontinued?) will wash and dry 4 garments in one single cycle that runs overnight (6-hour cycle).
LA-Z-BOY Furniture
Their comfortable and stylish reclining and sleeper couches have held up to years of abuse from children that stress-test everything.
NordicTrack Cross-Country Ski Machines
Get a great full-body workout at home with a no-impact, non-motorized (quiet) cross-country ski machine by NordicTrack.
Lighting: TV Bias Lighting Strips
Bias lighting reduces eyestrain during nighttime television viewing.
Lighting: Dimmable LED Light Bulbs
These bulbs have it all — a slim shape that fits into almost any fixture, dimmable functionality, a soft warm light, and LED efficiency that should last over 20 years!
Lighting: Dimmable Multi-Colored LED Light Bulbs
Smart color-changing light bulbs controlled via app! Works with Alexa, Cortana, Google Home, IFTTT, and many more!
Pet Hair Removal
I love both of my pets, but their fur has a frustrating way of getting everywhere. These tools use electrostatic forces to attract hair, lint, and fuzz.
Video Doorbell
Smart security — see who’s at the door and monitor your home when you’re not there with this video doorbell. The 2-way audio lets you listen and talk to anyone on your property, right from your mobile device!
Home Security System
This wireless home security system is a breeze to set up and also offers remote monitoring. App access allows you to arm the alarm from your phone. An added bonus is that the wireless system is so easy to set up, that we were able to remove it from our old house and take it with us to the new house when we recently moved!
SONOS Speakers
Great sound and easy wireless setup fill your home with the same music (or something different) in every room.
Professional Tactical Flashlight 
These amazing tactical flashlights are small, tough, and brighter than many automobile headlights. They feature multiple settings for a variety of uses (and to save battery life) and are made to last. I have purchased many, many of these flashlights to keep handy in my home, cars, and to give as gifts. Surprisingly, this is always a favorite gift and is perfect for a housewarming, birthday, or holiday gift. Read more about its quality from over 18,000 Amazon reviews!!
ORECK Vacuums
Powerful and lightweight — a must-have for any home with rugs or carpet.
Wireless Remote Switches
Power on your lamps, computers, and electronics from across the room with the ease of a remote control.
Top Office Products
You may spend more weekday time at the office than you even spend at home. Make sure your office space is comfortable (lots of ergonomic solutions below) and set up for the most efficient ways to work.
Wireless Silent Mouse
Wireless Keyboard and Mouse
HERMAN MILLER Aeron Chair
The gold standard of office chairs, this stylish, comfortable, and highly rated office chair includes lumbar support, adjustable tilt, & adjustable arms. It’s an absolute must-have for my office!
Ergonomic Foot Warmer
Engineering Computation Pads
I fell in love with this paper in college and still use it to this day! These notepads have a grid printed on the backside of the light green paper which allows for both easy note taking and diagramming!
Rollerball Pens
The smooth flowing ink in these pens and the vivid blue ink color make it a treat to take notes (or make another list…).
Top On-The-Go Products
These products are great, inexpensive tools that solve some of modern life’s most challenging issues!
Car Seat Gap Filler
Ensure that important small items don’t fall between your car’s front seats and your console. Makes your ride safer by not distracting you with things that have fallen into that abyss!
Portable Charger & Flashlight
Useful in power outages or situations when devices need to be charged and you are not near a power outlet. Stores power to charge your phone and also doubles as a flashlight!
Car Visor Extender
Waterproof Smartphone Pouch
Top Clothing Products
Even in today’s world of fast fashion, there is no substitute for enduring style. These items are wardrobe staples and perform like champs!
COACH Handbags
Classic designs paired with high-quality materials and workmanship mean these luxury items will last a lifetime. Coach is best known for their handbags, but they also have an impressive line of jewelry, watches, and even clothes for men and women!
ASICS Sneakers
Gel insoles make ASICS the most comfortable shoes for exercise or everyday casual wear. Great style and top-notch technology make these an easy choice.
THORLO Socks
These functional, comfortable, and durable socks feel dreamy and come with the unbeatable guarantee that “your feet will feel better or your money back.”
MAUI JIM Sunglasses
Maui Jim has been my go-to brand of polarized sunglasses for over 20 years. They are built to last, but on the one occasion when I broke a pair, their customer service happily and quickly repaired my shades.
KAENON Sunglasses
Another favorite brand of polarized sunglasses with the most vibrant view of life through rose-colored lenses. These high-quality glasses hold up and continue to look great after more than a decade of wear. Protect your vision and look fantastic!
WITTNAUER Watches
My two-toned (gold & silver) Wittnauer diving watch has been a wardrobe staple for decades. This watch is always my go-to when traveling since it can go from the beach to a dressy dinner and still look great.
TEVA Waterproof Boots
These stylish and supportive boots feel fantastic for everyday wear, yet somehow they are also sturdy enough to wear on a hike. The waterproof styles mean they can be worn in almost all conditions! I love them so much that I purchased a pair in every color available!!
Top Music Products
For those like me who still indulge in the rock and roll dream, these products are solid investments. Check out my music at alyceinversionproject.com and see these products in action.
Amplifiers by MESA BOOGIE
My Mesa Boogie Walkabout bass amp was certainly not a cheap purchase, but after 12 years, I still love how powerful and thumpy it is! When you also consider that it has a compact design that almost anyone can carry (and find room for in the house), it’s an easy purchase to make!
Guitar picks by DAVA
These are the most comfortable guitar picks I’ve ever used and they seem to last forever!
Music Stand by MANHASSET
The Manhasset M48 Symphony Student Music Stand is an industry-standard by which other music stands are judged. The “Magic-Finger” Clutch permits easy height adjustments. Made in the USA and includes a lifetime warranty.
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Featured Products for an Easier Life
I hope these help to make life a little easier! What are your own personal indispensable items? Can you recommend something for readers that will be a solid investment or make life easier? Please share your favorites in the comments!
Wow! That’s quite the comprehensive list of valuable products. I appreciate you taking the time to list them. Makes it easier for me to find what I’m looking for. I’ve already used Amazon Prime. I love their free shipping. And, I love their selection of movies. Now, do these all have their own reward programs?
Let me know when you update the list. 🙂
Some of these do offer their own reward programs, but the items are so invaluable that I recommend them even if there are no bonuses available. Definitely join the newsletter to be informed of future updates!!
Due to awesome packaging and branding, some product and services command attention. You like to pick them up because of discount and rewards attached to it when they are not even qualify for special offer. I like that you spread each item that is required or utilized ordinary. It will be an incredible venture for anybody working an office work with Ssh Mouse which would do ponders in any office setting. The information is useful, thanks.
Having a quiet mouse for work has been a game changer!! It’s a much more pleasant work environment without having to hear clicking noises all day long! 🙂
Thanks for this informative review, there is something for everyone. I am obsessed with the hand bags as I believe a good handbag will enhance any outfit. I have recently purchased the Asic sneaker and they are wonderful and make walking enjoyable.
I like that you have covered every product area which makes it easy for a busy individual to do a one stop shopping and I sure will be checking out some of these too. Thank you.
A great handbag is an investment. They are both functional and fun, and can make all the difference in how an outfit is put together!
What an interesting and diverse set of products. There seems to be something for everyone here. A little bit of everything.
I was just wondering, what are the rewards programs offered for the products listed?
One issue I noticed is that skimlinks is no longer available. Too bad since I was rather interested in that one.
Thank you for this interesting listing of miscellaneous products.
Hi there, SkimLinks is definitely still available… I’d recommend that you try the link again as all appears to be working on this end.
As most of the items on the page are for products (not stores), the rewards you receive will depend on where you choose to purchase them. I am not aware of any manufacturers who currently offer any rewards for the purchase of these products. That said, I still use these products daily and highly recommend them!
I must say you have done a good job making this list on this article looks, it has got list of almost everything I will need for my home and online services as well, this way you get to make it easier for me to quickly make a choice and don’t get confused, I love the idea of wireless switch controls I think I’ll start my purchase from here. Thanks alot
Fantastic!! If you are like me, you probably have a long list of items that need to be powered up in the morning to start the workday. Having them all on a remote switch saves so much time!
So many products to choose from. I must agree about Samsung, I have just bought a Samsung washing machine, and it is full of features. I would say it’s probably the best washing machine I have ever owned. I will bookmark this page to view again at a later date in detail.
The Samsung appliances in our home have definitely been great investments! I’m glad to hear that you have enjoyed them as well!!
Awesome office products; I especially like that Ssh Mouse which would do wonders in any office setting or a library since I tend to do most of my work out of it. The chair would be great, too, especially if we’re sitting for eight to ten hour stretches, which won’t just weaken the lumbar area of your back, but also the hips and abdominals, too. It’d be a great investment for anyone working an office job.
Hi Todd, those have both been excellent purchases for me! I couldn’t imagine a workday without either of them!!
Thank you for this exhaustive list of goodies! There’s something for everyone. I’ve bookmarked this article because I’m sure to come back to it to look for my next essential product. Being a musician, I actually own the music stand Manhasset – so glad it got the mention in your article. I love it.
Those really are the best music stands — we have 2 of them at our house (a standard black one and a bright cherry red one).
A lot of these would come in handy. I have not even heard about some of the items listed here. I am looking to get some items for both the office and for my home especially the kitchen and I am pretty sure I am going to find something that would really useful for me.
Really helpful.
Hi Jay, I’m very happy you find this to be beneficial to you. These products are indispensible in my home!
Warm Regards, Alyce
Wow! So much products here to choose from. I like that you cover every products that is needed or used everyday. I would agree with the security system by Ring door bell, it’s what we are using too. Some of the above mentioned are not familiar with me like the brand of glassess and watches, I got curious so I will check them out.
The OXO kutchen containers caught my attention. I like to have one on my kutchen. It looks elegant and it’s a good sort of organizer in the kitchen. I will definitely check that out.
Hi Gillian, That ring doorbell is just too cool plus it provides peace of mind when away from the house. I expect you’ll enjoy the other products as well! Thanks for checking them out!
Warm Regards, Alyce
Hello, you wrote a lot of information for everyone: women, men, office, etc. As a coffee lover, I like your description of stainless steel insulated french press — also – a waterproof smartphone case . I love shopping online using Amazon Prime, which saves my time and money.
Thanks for sharing the tools which make life easier for everyone.
Hi, these favorite products and services are definitely versatile enough to add value for many different types of people. They have been so awesome for me and my family that I happily recommend them and frequently use this list to come up with gift ideas. The insulated coffee maker is a great purchase (and very affordable) if you love coffee!
Thanks for visiting the website!
Warm Regards, Alyce
Wow this is a huge list! We have very similar tastes it seems I have had a few of your recommended products, in particular, I love the OXO Container I absolutely love. I’m going to take a look at those DAVA guitar picks now and give them a close look!
Do you have a standout favorite from this entire list?
Hi Trevor, Actually, all of these items are favorites, but the standouts would have to be the ones that have made me feel better… so those would be:
– the Herman Miller Aeron chair (eliminated back and neck issues)
– the Maui Jim and Kaenon polarized sunglass (these help prevent migraines in bright light situations)
– the Thorlo socks with the Asics sneakers and Teva boots (a god-send when dealing with plantar fasciitis)
I think you’ll really enjoy the Dava guitar picks. They feel great and come in different sizes so you can find one that’s perfect for the guitar and style of music that you play!
Warm Regards, Alyce
This is a wise selection of favorites. There are a lot of critical things that we can’t do without, but it’s definitely better when we source quality choices for the essentials.
Due to my busy schedule, I decided to get an efficient washing machine for myself. I managed to get Samsung product and it is still very much in good shape. It’s great that laundry does not take as much of my time with this! I also like for my kitchen to rank among standard modern kitchens. Maybe because am a nutritionist, who knows?
You have really done a great job with this collection of favorites. Thanks for sharing.
Thanks Stella, I’d imagine that nutritionists have great kitchen setups! I’m not the primary cook in our household, but since we share the kitchen, it’s essential that we have a good system in place that helps us all find things when we need them.
Warm Regards, Alyce
Wow! There is a lot of information in this article. I actually had a hard time navigating around because there’s so much information available here. Not that it is a bad thing – it’s great that I can just look at a few things that interest me right at this moment (due to current time constraints).
You most certainly have put a lot of time and effort into this and it definitely shows.
I like the REWARDS PROGRAM TIPS & TRICKS. Great advice!
Hi Doug, I hope I didn’t overwhelm you with too much… You’re always welcome to come back to browse the site any time! 🙂
Warm Regards, Alyce
Hi, i admire that most of what we need is what you talk about. for you to put these on your website means the products are worth the cost. plus i like that you concluded with wealthy affiliate (i’ve also got a website from them) and online resources that i can use right away!
Thank you for sharing your tools to make life easier! I personally recommend and love the OXO Pop Kitchen Airtight Storage containers….they are so helpful at keeping things in the kitchen organized and sealed tight! Your recommendations are very helpful and informative. I will be following you for more reviews and recommendations like this.
Hi Sarah, I really enjoy a lot of kitchen products from OXO, but those Pop Containers are just so cool that I had to share!
Warm Regards, Alyce
This is great for everyone to read! Families, men and women! Of course people will be interested and benefit from it especially my wife and many more wife’s who of course have a bigger closet than the husband! your ON THE GO products are great to and make you think of when you would need some of them the most! Thank you will save this for my wife!!
Hi Trevor, Thanks for sharing with your wife — I hope she enjoys browsing through the list and possibly finds something that would benefit your household!
Warm Regards, Alyce