Shopping expert’s Amazon picks under $25 for a budget-friendly 2026 reset

People's resident shopping expert rounded up budget-friendly picks under $25 at Amazon for 2026, including finds that are on sale for up to 63 percent off.

Highlights include Dearfoams Beth Bootie Slippers, $23 (orig. $48); Ekouaer Matching Lounge Set, $20 (orig. $33); Ouai Detox Shampoo, $16; Rifle Paper Co. Garden Party Weekly Planner, $22; Owala FreeSip Twist Insulated Water Bottle, $24 (orig. $27); Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask, $24; Hanes Ecosmart Fleece Sweatshirt, $9 (orig. $21); Amazon Basics Neoprene Dumbbell Weights, $13 (orig. $14); Rubbermaid Brilliance Food Storage Containers, $15 (orig. $23); and Apple AirTag, $19 (orig. $29).

The roundup describes the Dearfoams bootie slippers as lined and covered with fluffy faux fur, with memory foam insoles and a tractioned outsole; the Ekouaer matching set is said to look polished while feeling comfortable, according to multiple reviews; the Ouai Detox Shampoo highlights apple cider vinegar as its star ingredient to break down buildup without stripping the scalp; and the Rifle Paper Co. planner offers roomy daily slots and a floral pattern.

The writer says she found plenty of useful goodies to shop in 2026 that don’t cost a ton. Ring in the new year with these shopping expert-approved picks under $25.

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