Just went down the aliexpress rabbit hole again. Theres really everythinf for some of really niche things that i wouldnt ever buy, but some things really do look appealing. I wonder what do you guys use daily thats worth lets say under $20

  • TurboDiesel@lemmy.world
    link
    fedilink
    arrow-up
    43
    ·
    1 year ago

    A decent reusable steel water bottle. Doesn’t need to cost a lot, and really cuts down on dishes at home

    • radix@lemm.ee
      link
      fedilink
      arrow-up
      11
      ·
      edit-2
      1 year ago

      How does it reduce dishes? Water bottles are one of the more annoying things to wash, in my experience, because my hands aren’t small enough to fit anymore.

      Edit: Yes, I have a bottle brush. It’s just that it’s a bit of a hassle to soap it from dry and then have to dry it somewhere before storing it again. I wash everything else with a rough sponge normally.

      • guyrocket@kbin.social
        link
        fedilink
        arrow-up
        15
        ·
        edit-2
        1 year ago

        Get a metal one and put it in the dishwasher. Or get a bottle brush.

        Also, occasionally filling it with white vinegar and letting it sit overnight can help clean deposits.

        ETA: In general putting plastic in the dishwasher is not advised.

        • radix@lemm.ee
          link
          fedilink
          arrow-up
          5
          ·
          1 year ago

          It’s a pain to take a tool out (and wait for it to dry) just for one or two bottles.

          • Piecemakers@lemmy.world
            link
            fedilink
            English
            arrow-up
            2
            ·
            1 year ago

            You’re not serious. 😬

            It’s a brush. Shake it vigorously for 10-20 seconds and it’s dry enough. FFS. I hope you’re not serious.

      • TurboDiesel@lemmy.world
        link
        fedilink
        arrow-up
        3
        ·
        1 year ago

        I see you’ve never had a partner with ADHD! Going around collecting all the half-drank water glasses in our household used to be a full-time job.

        • radix@lemm.ee
          link
          fedilink
          arrow-up
          2
          ·
          1 year ago

          I have not! In fact, I’m usually the one carrying around water glasses because they’re less hassle to drink from and far easier to (visibly) clean than any other vessel is. I try to limit myself to two or three in the house though…

          • TurboDiesel@lemmy.world
            link
            fedilink
            arrow-up
            2
            ·
            1 year ago

            Unfortunately we’re both the problem, so there would just be glasses EVERYWHERE. Carrying one bottle around just made more sense

      • EarthShipTechIntern@lemm.ee
        link
        fedilink
        arrow-up
        3
        ·
        1 year ago

        Local DI (deseret industries-a Mormon goodwill equivalent) has them for $1.50. Pick your lid, thermo flask, size, straw or naw. Get 6 for $9. Or buy 1-2 a bunch of times. My only transportation is cycling (other than busses/trains). Hydration is essential for proper functioning on all of these.

    • AnonStoleMyPants@sopuli.xyz
      link
      fedilink
      arrow-up
      1
      ·
      1 year ago

      Man I hate these. They make water warm up instantly (unless vacuum insulated) and I could just one a single glass the whole day, or multiple days.