11 Boring (but Totally Useful) Things We’re Snagging on Sale This Prime Day, Including Batteries, Towels, and More

The best deals are often on buzzy kitchen gadgets and trendy clothes. But sometimes, the ones that most excite us are on everyday essentials we reach for without thinking: the perfect bath towel, our favorite pillow, and all the other mundane must-haves that are there when we need them, without fanfare, to keep life running smoothly.

Prime Day is made for those kinds of purchases, and the incredible deals make even the most ho-hum product feel like striking gold without breaking the bank. Read on for 10 finds worth adding to your cart while prices are low, and find the excitement in even the simple things.

11 Boring (but Totally Useful) Things on Sale This Prime Day
American Soft Linen Luxury 6-Piece Bath Towel Set, $35 (was $58)
iHealth Infrared No-Touch Forehead Thermometer, $16 (was $33)
Duracell Coppertop AA and AAA Batteries, 56-Count, $33 (was $51)
Beckham Hotel Collection Set of 2 Down Alternative Pillows, $48 (was $60)
Warner's Easy Does It Seamless Wireless Bra, $13 (was $42)
Vtopmart 4-Pack Clear Stackable Storage Drawers, $24 (was $46)
Utopia Bedding Queen-Size Cooling Sheet Set, $14 (was $17)
Crest 3D Whitestrips, $30 (was $46)
Apple AirTags, Pack of 4, $65 (was $99)
Vtopmart 32-Piece Food Storage Container Set, $39 (was $63)
Eudele Set of 5 Adhesive Shower Caddies, $18 (was $38)
American Soft Linen Luxury 6-Piece Bath Towel Set

Buying towels on Prime Day isn’t exactly living life on the edge, but say they are 100 percent cotton—Turkish cotton, in fact—and come in 20 colors and sizes as large as 40 by 80 inches.

What if they’re also Amazon’s No. 1 best-selling bath towels, are OEKO-TEX-certified to be free of harmful substances, and more than 3,000 sets have been snapped up in the past month alone? Put that way, life would be even duller if you didn’t buy towels on Prime Day.

iHealth Infrared No-Touch Forehead Thermometer
Where’s your thermometer? Where’s mine, for that matter? If you haven’t seen yours since that last COVID scare, snag this no-touch thermometer at 52 percent off. Just hold it near the forehead for an instant, hygienic read. The large LED screen can be read even in dark rooms, and it works without the beeps that can rouse sleeping babies and sick kiddos.

Duracell Coppertop AA and AAA Batteries, 56-Count
Batteries aren’t something you’ll brag about scoring to your group chat, but they’re an absolute necessity. Why not buy them now—at a deep discount—and have them on hand when you need them for remotes, electric toothbrushes, portable speakers, handheld fans, holiday lights, and more?

Beckham Hotel Collection Set of 2 Down Alternative Pillows
We never think about how long we’ve had our bed pillows until they have us cringing on laundry day. If yours have seen better days, these best-selling pillows are on sale for Prime Day for $24 apiece. They pair a breathable cotton cover with a hypoallergenic down alternative, and shoppers confirm they are machine washable without losing their loft—dryer safe too—and perfect for back, side, and stomach sleepers alike.

Warner's Easy Does It Seamless Wireless Bra
The 5-star reviewers of this plain white bra can only be described as elated—seriously, the amount of exclamation points is staggering—and right now, the Warner's undergarment is on sale for 70 percent off. It's not only wireless and seamless, but, according to reviews, it also lifts and separates without pinching or bulging. Shoppers say the bra is as comfortable at 10 p.m. as it is at 6 a.m., and you can get it for $13 during Prime Day.

Vtopmart 4-Pack Clear Stackable Storage Drawers
Professional organizers swear by clear bins for easy-breezy home organization, and this set of four stackable storage bins is half off for Prime Day. They will come in clutch in pantries, laundry rooms, medicine cabinets, under sinks, and more, and the clear sides and easy-opening drawers will let you know at a glance exactly what’s inside.

Utopia Bedding Queen-Size Cooling Sheet Set
Sheets. Exciting, am I right? But imagine you’re a hot sleeper, it’s practically boiling outside, and those sheets are cooling microfiber, with 182,200 five-star ratings, and an under $15 price tag? Now that’s something to get excited about.

Crest 3D Whitestrips
Who needs a spendy dentist visit when you can achieve a brighter smile at home? This kit includes 22 teeth whitening treatments for upper and lower teeth, and reviewers say just 30 minutes a day can fade stains from coffee, teas, smoking, red wine, and more. Shoppers are proud to show off their progress too—just check out the before-and-after shots if you need convincing.

Apple AirTags, Pack of 4
What some call boring, I call peaceful. For the all things you love to lose, be it your car keys, suitcase, backpack, or kid’s lunchbox, an AirTag can give you peace of mind. Normally $29 each, this four-pack of GPS trackers works out to less than $17 apiece—such a small price to pay to simply open your phone and know exactly where your most prized possessions are.

Vtopmart 32-Piece Food Storage Container Set
Anyone who says dry-food storage containers are boring has never known the glory of a Pinterest-perfect pantry, and this set of airtight containers will put you one step closer to the kitchen of your dreams. They’re space-saving and stackable, with four sizes for storing spaghetti, baking supplies, rice, coffee, snacks, and more. Locktight lids keep freshness in and pests out, and clear walls will keep you in the loop on exactly what you have or need to refill.

Eudele Set of 5 Adhesive Shower Caddies
If you’re tired of kicking shampoo bottles off the bathtub ledge, it’s time for a change. These shower caddies install with simple adhesive—no drilling required—but look every bit designer. Rust-resistant stainless steel lets water drain while holding up to 40 pounds in each caddy, keeping all your bathtime essentials close and floors safely clear of clutter.