Best Deals on Amazon for August 2022 | Cheapism.com

2022-08-12 19:58:01 By : Ms. Annie Liu

The end of summer is in sight, but those soaring temps don’t show any sign of slowing down. Between trips to the pool, cross-country adventures, and afternoon barbecues, are you stocked up on everything you need to keep cool for the rest of the summer? We scoured Amazon’s best sellers to find the top products to shop this month, from waterproof phone pouches and cooling bed sheets to adorable ice packs and inflatable boats. Oh, and there are a few back-to-school items, too — because September (and hopefully cooler temperatures) will be here before we know it.  

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In the hot summer heat, the sun’s rays can turn your car into a sweatbox. This windshield sun shade works like an umbrella, popping open to fit against your car’s windshield and collapsing into a compact square that can be easily stored away.

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Most of us have a phone holder for our car, but what about our bike? Lamicall’s handlebar phone mount allows riders to glance at their phone for directions, or have it safely in reach when they want to take a quick snap or play music. The mount comes with silicone pads that protect the phone from any potential scratches, and the holder allows the phone screen to be adjusted either horizontally or vertically.

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Your at-home bar cart may be fully stocked, but what does your ice selection look like? A clear ice mold can help take your cocktail game up a notch, whether you opt for a Berlinzo two- or four-ball ice maker. The appliance even comes with an ice storage bag that lets you make ice molds in advance for your next soiree. 

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While cooking measurements can be a little more forgiving (how much is a pinch of salt, anyway?), baking is another story. That’s where a scale comes in handy, like this stainless steel version from Etekcity. Bakers can select their preferred units (grams, ounces, etc.) and can use the tare function to accurately weigh ingredients in their respective containers. A backlit LCD display makes measurements easy to read. 

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There are only 24 hours in the day, and who wants to spend a single minute wasting time on tying shoes? No thanks. Enter this no-tie shoelace system that converts any shoe into a slip-on. Made for both adults and kids, the shoelaces are available in over 35 different colors.

It may make for cute photos, but your pet’s summer frolics on the lawn often result in matted and tangled hair. This comb can help, untangling your dog’s or cat’s fur with a lower density side that serves as a dematting rake, and a higher density side that detangles and desheds. 

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With fall travel on the horizon, you might need a little help organizing your toiletries (and extra bottles of sunscreen). This spacious toiletry travel bag, available in two sizes and six colors, fits just about everything you need, from shampoo to toothpaste to tweezers. A metal hook lets you hang it up in your hotel bathroom, while four separate compartments ensure that everything is in its place. 

If a day spent out on the water or at the beach is on the horizon, you might want to take a few extra steps to keep your phone safe. This waterproof phone pouch fits smartphones up to 7 inches tall and 4 inches wide, and features a clear window on both the front and back so you can still use your device. Each pack comes with two pouches and two neck straps.

All that time spent on your devices is bound to wear your eyes out. Though the benefits of using blue light glasses have been debated, it’s still worth a shot if you’re hoping to reduce eye strain. This option comes in a pack of two and offers a variety of colors and styles to choose from, all of them promising to alleviate eye fatigue and reduce glare.

Is there a more metal water company name out there? Unlikely. Liquid Death is a sparkling water brand with flavors like Berry It Alive, Severed Lime, Mango Chainsaw, and, more benignly, Mountain Water, a non-sparkling variety. 

With a new school year approaching, it might be time to switch up your kid’s sheets. This breathable sheet set comes in 40 different colors, and includes one fitted sheet, one flat sheet, and two pillowcases. Bamboo fabric helps keep the sheets cool even in soaring temps.

It’s hard not to look at these colorful ice packs without smiling. The four-piece set features brightly hued dinosaurs that aim to keep lunches cool, while shoppers note that they’re easy to stack and are slim enough to fit anywhere in the freezer.

And speaking of hanging around the kitchen, an anti-fatigue kitchen rug might be necessary if you find yourself spending too much time on your feet by the stove. This waterproof mat is available in a number of colors and sizes, and helps to reduce lower back pain and pressure on your knees and other joints.

We all have that pile of papers stacked on our desk that needs to be thrown out but contains important personal information. To the shredder, then! This compact version can destroy both paper and credit cards, cutting even staples and small paper clips into pieces.

Have an issue with flies, moths, or gnats this summer? An indoor fly trap should do the trick. Its UV LED light attracts flying insects to clear out rooms up to 600 square feet, working particularly well around insect hotspots like plants, kitchens, and garages.

With barbecues in full effect this summer, it’s important those grills are kept clean. This grill brush is bristle-free, meaning you won’t find bits of metal lodged in your hamburger patties. Some shoppers note that it’s the best grill brush they’ve found so far, with others saying that it maintains its shape even after cleaning a hot grill.

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For dogs that are a little more enthusiastic when they chew, this wishbone chew toy promises to withstand aggressive gnawing. Flavors include bacon, chicken, and peanut, and sizes range from small to giant, with a curved mold so that pups can easily handle the toy.

Hop in, sailor: This inflatable boat is ideal for summer days at the pool or lake, with the option to purchase a one-person or two-person boat. The inflatable toy can hold up to 120 pounds, and offers add-on oars and an air pump.

Whether you use it for yoga, running, or for sun protection, this microfiber towel keeps you cool with mesh fabric that stays chilled for up to three hours. Each towel comes with a carrying pouch and carabiner clip so you can tout it around with you while keeping it dry. 

This comprehensive tool set is ideal for anyone moving into a new home, replacing a beloved set, or entering their first year of college. It has all the necessities: a tape measure, pliers, screwdrivers, hammer, bits, and more, all packed in a durable case for easy storage and transportation.

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If you were a grandparent, parent, or child in the 90s, you know all about Tamagotchis, the virtual “pets” that ruled school hallways. To celebrate its 25th birthday, the needy toy now has an Amazon exclusive version with original programming. Feed it, give it medicine, play with it — just don’t neglect it for too long, or it’ll disappear into the virtual afterlife.

Whether you have TMJ or a little bit of neck pain, this neck and shoulder relaxer claims it can help realign your cervical spine. Customers are on board, calling it “simple and effective” and able to provide “immediate relief.” The product should be used for at least 10 minutes a day to get maximum benefits.

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