Top-Rated Products to Shop on Amazon This Month

As many Americans hunker down for stay-at-home orders that will last part or all of April, Amazon’s best-sellers lists have changed to reflect our new normal. Essentials like hand sanitizer and toilet paper are still in high demand, but plenty of less-obvious products are helping everyone cope with a lot more time at home, including games, home-office gear, and comfy clothing. Here some of the top-rated products trending on Amazon this month.

Prices and availability are subject to change. Due to high demand, some items may temporarily have inflated prices or be available only from third-party sellers.

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Price: $199
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Right now, a speedy internet connection is essential for work, play, and most contact with the outside world. This system can blanket up to 5,000 square feet, even if you have dozens of devices connected. The 10-minute setup is easy even for tech novices, too.

Price: $79
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In tough times, America’s love affair with the Instant Pot hasn’t waned, especially as most of us scramble for more home-cooked meals. Everyone’s favorite kitchen workhorse can function as a pressure cooker, slow cooker, rice cooker, steamer, sauté pan, yogurt maker, and food warmer. There are also 14 one-touch programs for common foods.

Price: $50
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Stay-at-home orders have many houses giving their TVs a workout, and Amazon’s alternative to the Roku makes streaming easy. This version of the Fire is compatible with ultra high-definition TVs and offers hands-free control using the Alexa voice remote feature.

Price: $16
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Whether you’re stocking up for Easter or just need a reliable stash of chocolate to stress eat in your pantry, this Mars mix featuring individually wrapped Snickers, Twix, and other bite-size favorites is here for you.

Price: $20
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Paper towels can be hard to find right now, but these reusable cotton and cellulose cloths are just as convenient, and much more eco-friendly. They’re ultra-absorbent and easy to toss in the washer when it’s time to pull out a new one.

Price: $36
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Part of the secret sauce of “Just Dance” games: They’re fun for grown-ups, too. Burn calories while you’re stuck at home while rocking out to recent chart-toppers on this game for the Nintendo Switch. It comes with a one-month subscription to Just Dance Unlimited, a catalog of more than 500 songs.

Price: $18
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These simple exercise bands in a variety of resistance levels prove that your at-home workouts don’t need to involve pricey equipment. They come with an e-book full of exercises and access to an online workout guide.

Price: $8
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If all the comfy clothes in your closet are getting too much of a workout, stock up with a few new sweatshirts on the cheap. Made of a pill-resistant cotton-polyester blend, these tag-free shirts come in lots of colors and have double seaming to stand up to wash after wash.

Price: $25
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Need something to occupy the kids that isn’t a screen? Go old-school with Play-Doh and let them make a mess. This set has 36 colors — 6 pounds in total — guaranteeing hours of squishy fun.

Price: $30
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If your at-home work space is causing a litany of aches and pains, this compact memory-foam pillow for your lower back may help. Designed to promote proper spinal alignment, it has breathable mesh fabric and comes with adjustable straps that will keep it in place. 

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Price: $38
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Whether you want to beef up your home security or simply keep tabs on kids, pets, or others in far reaches of the house, this inexpensive camera can live stream right to your smartphone. It can pan, tilt, and zoom remotely, plus it’s compatible with Alexa and Google Assistant.

Price: Starting at $30
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Reviewers say these microfiber sheets are more soft and durable than their price would suggest, plus they come in plenty of colors. They’re also wrinkle-resistant and will fit mattresses up to 16 inches deep.

Price: $6
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Spring has sprung, but that doesn’t mean your plants won’t need a little extra help. This plant food is fine for use on in-ground or potted plants, and the continuous-feed nitrogen lasts for up to three months before reapplication is necessary.

Price: $30
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Here’s another screen-free option your kids may actually enjoy. It’s not just another marble run — it’s a logic game with dozens of challenges where kids have to figure out how to build a path for their marble to hit a certain target.

Price: $11
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If it’s time to get your hands dirty in the yard, these beloved work gloves can make it happen — without quite as much dirt, that is. Flexible but rugged, they have a grippy foam coating suitable for digging, handling thorny plants, or handling power tools.

Price: Starting at $10
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Let’s be honest: Loungewear is still what we’d want to wear even if we weren’t locked away in our houses. These soft joggers with plenty of Spandex come in a ton of colors and are a bit more forgiving than tighter leggings and workout pants.

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Price: $20
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April showers don’t have to stop little ones from getting their daily dose of fresh air. These rugged rain boots in plenty of fun colors and patterns, and reinforced handles make them easy to pull on or off. The non-slip tread is ideal for all those puddles they’ll be begging to jump in.

Price: Starting at $40
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Buying Swiffer refills over and over can get costly. This spray mop is a cheaper, more sustainable alternative, with an attached dispenser for cleaning solution and a washable, dual-sided mop head suitable for all hard surfaces. 

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Price: $80
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A cheap printer has gone from a nice convenience to a necessity for work and school projects while stuck inside. This reviewer-approved HP is a solid option that also scans and copies, plus the small footprint won’t take up too much desk space.

Price: $24 
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If the dishwasher is overloaded (or non-existent), your dish drainer is probably constantly packed. Add a little extra drying space with this over-the-sink rack that will save space, and possibly your sanity, while getting the job done. It’s also one of the Cheapism team’s personal favorites.

Price: $15
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Ants aren’t hip to social distancing, and April is prime time for new insect invasions. Terro’s ready-to-use liquid borax baits get consistent praise for working when plenty of other remedies fail.

Price: $30
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Bikes may not be their thing, but Razor scooters will still get them zooming through the neighborhood. Made of lightweight aluminum, the Razor A has a rear friction brake, an easy-adjust handlebar and a foldable design.

Price: $335
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Need a new computer for distance learning or conference calls? An inexpensive Chromebook can be just the ticket. This one works for up to 10 hours on a single charge, and the Chrome operating system is easy to use, even for novices. It also features a touchscreen display.

Price: $20
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This classic family game may already be in your overworked board-game collection, but if it isn’t, now’s a great time to add it. Updated with modern careers and action cards that make gameplay more lively, it still challenges players to battle it out for the most comfortable retirement. 

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