The best accessories under $20 that are worth buying.
Rhino shield grip: Secure and stylish phone accessory
If you’ve ever dropped your phone, which I know you have, you’ll want to consider getting yourself a Rhino Shield Grip. It is designed for MagSafe but any phone with this stick-on option can be supported —allowing you to comfortably hold your phone one-handed. It also doubles as a stand to admire nature’s beauty or in portrait mode when you need to be hands-free, which makes it great for FaceTiming or daily vlogs too.
So, in 2024, don’t worry, the MagSafe version is strong enough to handle your daily tossing and turning. But do remember, it is still magnets, so if you’re looking for something a little more permanent and to avoid dropping your phone at all costs, there is the stick-on option, perfect for any hard shell case with a smooth back. Once you smack it in place, it’s not going anywhere. Plus, when not in use, it’s about the thickness of two credit cards, making it feel natural when you slide it in and out of your pockets.
Now, if you have your fancy case and don’t want to cover up too much, they also have the Grip Mini, which comes in several designs to choose from as well. Pick a spot, choose a direction, and it will be secure with plenty of angles for your fingers to sit comfortably in. Better yet, you can pair it with its MagSafe clear cases and lanyard attachment, so even if you manage to let go, it’ll land safely on this loaf of bread that I call abs.
The designs they come in are the funniest part though, with collabs, custom artwork, or my favorite, matte black everything. Not only are these also made of 85% recycled bottles, but the packaging is also recyclable, and the grip tape is reusable, so you can pick up a few designs and swap them out when you get bored.
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Booyti 9-in-1 adapter: Ultimate cable solution
If you never seem to have the right cable on you, then the Booyti 9-in-1 adapter is the only stick of gum you’ll need to remember to take with you. Not only does opening and closing it make you feel like a total spy, but its metal casing is something James Bond would use too. Minimal branding, all-black design, and this sick pullout method are just bonuses. It has slots for microSD cards on the inside, adapter heads for every type of plug, and a whole USB-C cable tucked in there too.
However, if you plug the cable into the adapter itself, slide one of the microSD cards in, and plug that bad boy in, it’s also a microSD card reader. What can’t this do? Well, maybe not save the world, but it may save you trying to hand in the assignment right before a deadline. Better yet, not having to carry another long cable in your pockets for every single device is worth it alone. Plus, there’s a hidden SIM card ejector too, because why not at this point? Everything neatly tucks back into its dedicated slot, and you can toss this into your bag without having to worry you may have forgotten something. Unfortunately, you’ll probably still forget your keys anyway.
Scotch brite mini travel lint roller: Keep your clothes neat
The Scotch Brite Mini Travel Lint Roller. Yeah, unfortunately, you need to lint roll your damn clothes, especially if you wear all black. This stores away at the size of a cannoli. The best part is when you store it back away, it saves the current roll and can be used another day. And while it’s all plastic, it still feels sturdy, something you probably never thought you’d care about for a lint roller.
OXO sweep and swipe laptop cleaner: Maintain your devices
This cute little package is like what a mop is to a floor or a dust buster to your high school trophies. It’s got a retractable soft brush on one end, which feels like it’s made of a teddy bear, and on the opposite end, a microfiber cloth with sharp ends for those tricky corners. But those cute little crumbs are a no-go. That’s where the Sweep and Swipe shines.
Flicker lighter case: Functional and fun
If you already carry a lighter with you, this is a no-brainer. Keeping my fingers busy is the Flicker Lighter Case. Don’t worry, it doesn’t block or stop you from being a pyromaniac, but it does add this knob, a free-spinning axle smack dab in the middle. Not only does it align perfectly to spin around, but it’s also designed to fit the Bic lighter design, which can be had for a low price for free when you borrow it from a friend and never return it.
Although it’s plastic, it’s thick enough that it doesn’t feel cheap. They do come in different designs, but blackout everything is a vibe. The lighter is friction-fit and clipped in place, so it isn’t going anywhere.
Hero clip carabiner: Essential EDC accessory
Everyone should have this carabiner by now the Hero Clip is the quintessential EDC accessory. In its mini size, it operates as a regular clip to hold onto things but also includes a second hook on a free-spinning handle. So for the times that you drink one too many coffees and need to rush into a public washroom, you no longer have to set your bag down on those grimy, wet floors. You’ll always have a bag hanger with you.
It’s also good to hang anything you’re too lazy to hold for yourself.
They come in a few sizes and colors, like this yellow and orange one that makes me feel a little like Iron Man.
Tinker force attachments: Organized and modular
You probably never thought to carry this, but they’re durable, affordable, and with the Tinker Force attachments, really organized too. They have 3D-printed inserts to fit inside the tin, like the size of an Altoid box, so not only are your candies protected from banging around the metal, but they don’t have to touch your other food either.
I opted for the Velcro patch attachment on the front, it is perfect if you like to glam it up. But the best part is how modular it is on the inside, as it includes these four wall strips that you can move around into any of the cutout slots. So it’s great as a mini tech organizer or to carry your daily essentials.
