28 Useful Products That'll Help Save You So Much Money On Groceries

I estimate the food I'm not wasting will actually pay for the Guac-Lock in about a month." —mhoganGet it on Amazon for $19.73.I tested them last year — and wrote a full review — and still use them and love them. My fruit stay fresh so much longer then before, and I'm not wasting money." —Marianne ShymanikThey come in a variety of sizes on Amazon: get a set of four medium-size containers for $19.99, a set of four with small, medium, and large sizes for $26.99, or see more size and set options here.Promising review: "I love having kale and spinach for smoothies. Excellent product!" —BigReader7Get a pack of eight sheets on Amazon for $10.49 (also available in a version for breads, cookies, and pastries.)You just scoop out some ground coffee, measure your water, stick it in the fridge, and let it work its magic! This has turned out to be just right for that purpose." —Pop BopGet it on Amazon for $14.99+ (available in 18 colors/designs).All you do is fill these with your favorite ground coffee, rinse 'em after brewing, and repeat.Promising review: "The single cup reusable k-cup is highly cost effective. Of the three brands of reusable k-cups we own, this is the best." —Jenn MottramGet the pack of four on Amazon for $9.95.I've used a couple of these regularly (like, usually once a week or so for something or another) since 2016 and they still look as good as they did on day one. My only complaint is the cost." —Megan A.Get the sandwich size on Amazon for $11.99 (12 colors/designs available; also available in snack storage, and stand-up sizes, as well as bundles).Promising review: "Had a large amount of brown sugar and couldn't keep it soft even in a tight container. Promising review: "Love this. They're designed to be incredibly efficient with the space on your shelves, the rounded corners make for easy pouring, and you press the button on top to open and seal the containers.Promising review: "It's easy to open up the diaphragm lids to clean them out and reassemble them. The clear plastic seems fine, and they work well keeping food fresh!" —Amazon CustomerGet the set of five for $49.95 (also available in eight different sets, with different sizes and numbers of containers).Also useful for keeping bulk cereal or other grains sealed up tight. Promising review: "Ordered this container to store a customized mix of lentils that I frequently use for cooking. Overall a good product." —TheRealGTGet it on Amazon for $13.99.Promising review: "Someone should invent a bacon keeper... The simple design of this is what makes it the best, not to mention easy to use, easy to clean, easy to store and takes up far less room than any other bread box out there. Offer little ledges that help to ensure the butter doesn't go sliding out of the dish when I'm trying to balance a plate or an armful of dinner rolls in one hand, while clumsily attempting to butter things with the other." —FauxRealGet it on Amazon for $9.99 (also available as a wide-butter/cream cheese-size dish, $14.44, or in stainless steel, $17.99).Promising review: "Have purchased these for my own use and to give as gifts. I didn't mind the price because I didn't need very many of them and they are sure worth it." —Amazon CustomerGet one on Amazon for $3.99 (also available in a rectangular European butter size).Promising review: "This is a great little invention. It keeps the garlic properly fresh longer than when we stored in cupboard — so glad I bought this." —Judith O'HaraGet it on Amazon for $12.32.Each pack comes with 15 bags with label space for labeling, so you can easily keep track of what you bought (and therefore need to eat) first. Promising review: "I love this product! They don't seem to work on tomatoes but they are great with bananas, apples, kiwi, pears, grapes, plums, peaches, lettuces, mushrooms, and many more fruits and vegetables." —JackiGet a pack of two (which happens to be enough for an entire year) on Amazon for $19.99.Especially if you practice good sponge hygiene: use plenty of hot water and soap with your dishes, always rinse out any lingering food particles, and squeeze out any excess water before setting it down to dry. They don't get stinky and the best part is as long as you don't cut them cleaning a knife or something they will stay completely intact, unlike your typical sponge which starts coming apart in a week or less." —Nathan NormanGet a pack of three on Amazon for $15.50.This is a BuzzFeed Reviews pick for best kitchen dish sponge for a reason!This is Brita's water bottle, so it uses small versions of their charcoal filters.