Culture May 25, 2018
Outfit your car with great accessories.
The omnipresence of fake reviews makes shopping for the best products time-consuming, and “Amazon’s choice” isn’t always the best choice.
If you want to buy the highest quality car accessories but don’t have time to sort through all of the reviews yourself, look no further. This guide will provide you with the top five affordable car accessories from Amazon and place you on the fast track to a more comfortable driving experience.
Price: $25.45
What The Reviews Say:
Pros: Suction cup stays in place, doesn’t block airflow, strong magnet
Cons: Difficult to stick on leather dashboards, magnet slips over rough terrain
Cheaper Alternative: WizGear Magnetic Mount, $9.99
A quick bing or a vibrating buzz tempts us to look down at our phones, and in those moments of recklessness, we risk the lives of everyone around us.
We all need a phone mount to eliminate that chance.
The BesTrix magnetic mount provides all the safety without the hassle of traditional holders, where phones must clip in for each use. If you’re on a budget, I recommend trying the WizGear magnetic mount.
Although this gadget may be unnecessary to some, the safety and comfort it gives make it worth the investment.
Price: $9.95
What The Reviews Say:
Pros: Works for some odors, effectively purifies air
Cons: Doesn’t remove all odors, one may not be enough
Cheaper Alternative: Little Trees Air Freshener , $6.82
“New car smell” is great, but it doesn’t last long. Soda spills and ketchup stains show no mercy to veteran cars, and those odors add up to create an unpleasant smell.
A charcoal activated air freshener will not only purify the air in your car but also remove the nasty odors. If air purification isn’t a concern, traditional scents will do just fine for getting your car to smell fresh and new again.
Price: $12.99
What The Reviews Say:
Pros: Durable, waterproof
Cons: Flimsy lid, too large for some cars
Cheaper Alternative: IPELY Litter Bag , $5.95
You know when you throw trash on the floor of your car, promise to pick it up later, but it just ends up getting lost in the deep abyss between the seat and door? We’re all guilty of doing this at least once. But at the end of the day it isn’t the best way to keep our car clean.
A car trash bag keeps it all in one place. Reviewers particularly rave about the convenience of the Big Ant Car Bag, and find the waterproofing perfect for preventing spills. Other bags may be less expensive, but some don’t provide room for much trash. Those with kids should consider a larger bin.
Price: $28.99
What The Reviews Say:
Pros: Powerful, lightweight, good for both wet and dry use
Cons: home vacuum stronger, limited number of attachments (2)
Cheaper Alternative: LOLLDEAL Car Vacuum, $21.99
According to the reviews, the Tsumbay vacuum packs a punch. It’s strong and effective at cleaning up a dirty car, and even works for both wet and dry messes. It also has a 14.8 ft. cord that makes cleaning tough to reach spots a breeze.
Less expensive options can do the job as well, just be cautious of the suction power—strength varies from product to product.
Price: $17.99
What The Reviews Say:
Pros: Automatically finds device once paired, caller ID feature
Cons: FM sound quality sometimes hazy, no way to power off without unplugging
Cheaper Alternative: Mpow Bluetooth Receiver
I used to love my mom’s old car. It was fast, sturdy and safe, and I would coast for miles while listening to the radio.
Then Bluetooth in cars came out. The days of driving my mom’s car were no more. No way I would sacrifice my own music for all the songs on the radio that just repeat over and over again.
In these desperate times, you need a Bluetooth transmitter. Sound quality varies with Bluetooth receivers, but the Nulaxy is solid on that front.
Sorting through reviews is stressful and time-consuming, and contradictory opinions are everywhere.
Whether it’s a phone mount, this list makes sorting through the mess a whole lot easier.
