15 Amazon Home Improvement Products That Are Actually Worth Buying, According To Users

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The truly spectacular range of products available from Amazon makes it a solid option for anyone looking to improve their collection of tools and other home improvement gear. Amazon has long been a favorite outlet for all manner of purchasing needs across the consumer marketplace. About 83% of American households shop at Amazon, and the retail ecosystem it provides offers fast shipping, solid pricing (especially when you use price tracking tools), and lots of user engagement to help separate the wheat from the chaff.

Amazon carries a huge variety of tools and other home improvement products, and the gadgets it offers from within its own range, coupled with the network of third-party sellers, makes it a valuable place to shop for a new power tool, accessory solution, and more. These 15 products run the gamut of home improvement requirements. Each one is something I've used personally in my own quest to make my home more livable and comfortable (although not always the exact brand), and each one gets great reviews from Amazon buyers.

Craftsman 25-Foot Tape Measure

The Craftsman 25-Foot Tape Measure is a classic solution that can handle virtually any standard measurement task you throw at it. The tool comes from a brand with a long history of excellence. It's true that modern Craftsman gear doesn't live up to the same legendary, and prominently USA-made, status as vintage equipment from the maker, but modern Craftsman hand tools still carry the same lifetime warranty that the brand has always offered to buyers. This makes Craftsman purchases extremely valuable for those seeking a cost-effective tool that's ready to support home improvement needs long into the future.

This tool features a 25-foot length with 13 feet of reach for easy measurements while working alone. The outer shell features a rubber overmold that defends the tool when dropped, and it's built with a compact and easy-to-grip design. The tape blade features alternating colors for fractional measurements, making it easier to read. About 1,700 buyers have offered their opinions on the tool, giving it a 4.7-star average rating.

Carib Gear Pro Laminate Flooring Installation Tool Kit

The Carib Gear Pro Laminate Flooring Installation Tool Kit is a collection of tools and accessories that are simply essential for anyone installing new laminate flooring. I would add that a few additional blocks made from scrap wood and one or more sacrificial offcuts of your flooring boards can round this kit out nicely, but this set of gear does most of the heavy lifting on an install, speaking from experience. The set features 40 spacers to help keep your laminate pieces from pressing up against the walls, and the pull bar and double-sided mallet are more than capable of tapping (and sometimes bashing) floorboards into place as you work your way through the job. This kit also comes with a variable gauge tool to line up cuts around hardware and obstructions with precision. I don't know if this is the exact set I purchased when installing laminates a few years ago, but my kit featured virtually the same setup.

Naturally, buyers are particularly fond of the collection, with 1,393 reviewers giving it a 4.5-star average rating. Some say they would have preferred a heavier pull bar, but speaking from experience, that's where a set of sacrificial offcuts comes into play. For the most part, reviewers note that the kit includes every element required to get their installation completed without hubbub or hassle.

Thorvald 6-in-1 Carpenter Square and Carpenter Pencil Set

Carpenter squares are also known as speed squares. No matter what you call the tool, if you've used one before you know exactly how valuable it can be. The Thorvald 6-in-1 Carpenter Square and Carpenter Pencil Set doesn't feature some of the same rafter layout tools that something like a Swanson model will include. However, this solution features a range of other integrated tool functions, like hex wrench holes, a larger number of marking gauge holes found along the measurement end, and a secondary, perpendicular ruler to make additional marks on your workpiece without repositioning the square. This tool also comes with a carpenter pencil.

Personally, I use a Swanson model, but the huge number of marking holes on the open side of the measurement tool is particularly intriguing to me as a home improver and frequent speed square user. Buyers who own the tool agree, with 1,888 reviewers giving it a 4.7-star average rating.

Goldblatt Trim Removal Tool

Removing old trim from door frames, baseboard sections, and elsewhere requires a careful touch and accurate pressure throughout the task. When performing these kinds of removals, you aren't looking for sheer demolition force in most instances. Instead, controlled removal allows you to keep the wall intact so that installing a new replacement piece is easy and straightforward. Naturally, the tool you use for removal can determine the ease of the task itself. It's entirely possible to use a chisel, your designated demolition screwdriver, or a standard pry bar. But the more aggressive the tool, the more cleanup you'll have to perform before moving on to the reinstallation.

The Goldblatt Trim Removal Tool is a dedicated solution for this job, specifically. It features a rounded, rocking head geometry with a tooth design that makes removing baseboards, carpet tack strips, and other components fixed to delicate surfaces easy to perform. I've used this tool specifically (as well as less specialized methods) and can attest to its utility. Buyers give this a 4.8-star average rating across 9,507 reviews. They talk a lot about the tool's ability to remove all kinds of trim work without damaging the material being removed or the surface it was formerly attached to. This makes reusing segments a possibility as well, adding to options when performing a variety of improvement projects.

Hychika Corded Detail Sander

Sometimes you don't need the best power tool on the market. Occasionally, the job requires a cheap, throwaway option that you can absolutely beat to a pulp. The sander is a piece of equipment that often fits this mold. These tools engage in a punishing workload that sees them constantly inundated with debris and fine, powderized wood material. Sanders break down faster than many other tools, and they also frequently need their connection pad replaced. This is where a tool like the Hychika Corded Detail Sander shines the brightest.

This tool comes from one of the many random-letter brands found across the Amazon ecosystem. It's listed for $32 and features a classic tapered, triangular sanding face. The tool comes with 12 sandpaper attachments, too. It's a corded solution that won't slow down or die on you like a battery-powered alternative, and it delivers 14,000 OPM. Buyers give this a 4.4-star average rating across 1,574 reviews with 72% of reviewers giving it 5 stars. Durability over the long term seems to be limited, but for a $32 sander you're probably not looking for extreme longevity. Buyers note that it's the perfect tool for bulk removal tasks and is more than capable of performing in whatever sanding role you require.

DeWalt 20V Max XR Oscillating Multitool Kit

The DeWalt 20V Max XR Oscillating Multitool Kit is among a laundry list of excellent multitools that can significantly improve your work on a range of home improvement projects. At the time of writing, it's available on Amazon for $119, down from its typical list price of $152. For that price, you'll get a carrying case, a battery, charger, the tool itself, and a few cutting accessories.

This is a significantly valuable bundle offer, and it doesn't appear to be tied to Amazon's Black Friday deals, meaning the bargain may outlast the seasonal price changes that lie ahead. It features three-speed selections with a max output of 20,000 OPM. The Quick-Change accessory system means you don't need additional tools to swap blades, and it comes with a three-year limited warranty. Naturally, a high-quality DeWalt piece of equipment at a great price gets significant reviews from buyers. More than 11,400 ratings combine to give it a 4.8-star average.

Huepar 98-Foot Self-Leveling Laser Level with Tripod

For $35 as part of Amazon's Black Friday offerings, the Huepar 98-Foot Self-Leveling Laser Level with Tripod delivers everything you need to get started working with a laser level during your home improvement tasks. The tool's typical price is listed at $42, making it a valuable investment even at the higher figure. More than 800 reviewers have given it a 4.3-star average rating, and it's worth noting that Amazon also has a variety of additional promo codes listed on the product page to bring the cost down even further, either as a bundle deal with other equipment or as a standalone purchase.

A laser level with self-leveling features is ideal across a range of tasks. I've used mine for installation of virtually everything under the Sun — from decorations to shelving at home. This tool features a 98-foot visibility range with an accuracy of +/- 3mm at 33 feet. It's a quality leveling tool at a great price.

Ynzdrwa Sanding Sponge Blocks (8-Pack)

Hand sanding isn't a task that many people enjoy. Sandpaper is notoriously tricky to work with unless you have a sanding block or other similar accessory additions. An alternative to this approach is the sanding sponge. The Ynzdrwa Sanding Sponge Blocks offer an 8-pack of sanding sponges featuring two per grit rating included in the kit. It ranges from 60 to 220 grit, giving coverage across the entire span of common sanding needs.

Almost 600 reviewers give it a 4.5-star average rating, and the 8-pack is listed for $6 at Amazon, coming in at just $0.75 apiece. These blocks allow for improved grip when performing sanding tasks because of their basic dimensions. They also feature precision corners that help users get into tight spaces and around difficult workpiece geometries. This accessory sanding tool is an unsung hero in many equipment collections.

Arbusb 3-Step Steel Ladder

An inexpensive stepladder is always going to be a valuable find for home improvers seeking enhanced capabilities without breaking the bank. The Arbusb 3-Step Steel Ladder is perhaps an ideal choice in this regard. It's listed for a Black Friday deal at Amazon for just $47, down from a typical price of $60. The tool features anti-slip steps with a 500-pound weight capacity. It's made from alloy steel and includes anti-slip rubber feet to allow for use on a variety of surfaces both indoors and outdoors. It weighs 10.5 pounds and folds up neatly, making for a portable and easily stored solution that can fit conveniently into the corner of a shed or garage and add critical height to your workplace needs when you call upon it. Reviewers give the tool a 4.8-star average rating across 627 reviews, and more than 2,000 examples of this "Amazon's Choice" badged item have been purchased in the last month.

WorkPro 12-in-1 Ratcheting Multibit Screwdriver Set

WorkPro is a tool brand that many home improvement enthusiasts will be familiar with. It can be found across the Amazon storefront (including one of Amazon's largest mechanics tool sets), and the WorkPro 12-in-1 Ratcheting Multibit Screwdriver Set is a quality addition to the brand's catalog at a great price. The tool's list price at Amazon is $22, but it's marked down by 20% to just under $18 as a Black Friday deal. This tool features integrated bit storage in the handle as well as a ratcheting function that allows for easier use in a range of screwdriving tasks. I don't own this particular multibit screwdriver, but mine includes ratcheting action and I find it particularly valuable when handling small components.

This tool can easily be placed alongside some of the best multibit screwdrivers you'll find on the market. Buyers tend to agree, giving it 5,209 ratings and a 4.7-star average. It comes with six double-sided bits. The ratchet mechanism also introduces a patented auto-locking quickload function that makes the tool easier to use and more convenient across numerous requirements.

Thosaf Screw Extractor Set

Frustrations can quickly mount during home improvement projects. Anytime you run into a stripped screw, you're faced with a situation that can quickly devolve into an eruption of anger. It's often excessively difficult to extract busted fasteners if you don't have the right equipment, whereas trying to pull off this kind of rescue mission with a tool like the Thosaf Screw Extractor Set can actually be a walk in the park.

Generally speaking, you won't be dealing with high-intensity fasteners or extremely seized-up hardware around the house. As a result, inexpensive screw extractor sets are frequently the best approach to this infrequent demand on your time and resources. This solution comes from one of the Amazon letter brands and is listed as the No. 1 best seller in "tap extractors." More than 30,000 of them have been bought in the past month and reviewers — 7,164 of them — give it a 4.3-star average rating. There isn't much to say about this kind of extraction kit other than the fact that this is an absolute essential in just about any toolbox; you never know when you'll come across a broken screw head that simply must be removed. Reviewers note that it does the job with little fuss, exactly what you want from this kind of accessory.

Saker 3-in-1 Silicone Caulking Tool

The Saker 3-in-1 Silicone Caulking Tool is a tool that I have used before, and mine is built with the exact same dimensions but isn't branded the same. It's a scraper and installer tool that can make grout work, caulk installation, and silicone sealant tasks far simpler. For those of us not working professionally in the trades, applying any of these finishing solutions to a surface tends to involve numerous fingers and lots of water and towels to clean up the resulting mess unless you have a tool like this available. 

The accessory is listed as Amazon's No. 1 best seller in "hand caulking guns," and more than 10,000 have been bought in the past month. It's currently marked down to $13. More than 9,400 reviewers have given it a 4.2-star average rating, with many echoing much of the application improvements and speedy process that I have experienced with a similar tool.

Imaycc 6-Speed Mud Mixer

Anytime you need to work with mixtures, a motorized mixing tool is an essential inclusion. It's possible to do this job with a drill and a mixer attachment, but dedicated tools like the Imaycc 6-Speed Mud Mixer make the task easier and provide a dialed-in torque and speed combination that makes this task more efficient. This tool features two side handles that help you keep a firm grip on the mixer throughout your use, and it features six-speed settings to lock in the right mixing tempo for your specific requirements. This tool has been reviewed by 995 buyers and given a 4.3-star average rating.

It's listed for a Black Friday deal at $47, down from a list price of $60, shipping with gloves and a mixing paddle to give you everything you need to get started in one package. This is a great price for a critical tool that you'll use more often than you expect. It can drastically speed up and simplify preparation tasks involving paint, plaster, tile adhesive, concrete, and more.

WorkPro 7-Piece Pliers Set

The WorkPro 7-Piece Pliers Set is a huge potential boost to your productivity. It's a 7-piece set featuring just about any kind of basic plier tool you might require for routine maintenance and upkeep tasks. It's Amazon's No. 1 best seller in "plier sets" and has been reviewed to a 4.5-star average by 17,338 buyers. The toolkit's list price is $20, but it's on sale for a Black Friday deal at $17. That's $17 for seven critically important gripping and cutting tools that can immediately boost your tool collection.

Each one of the pliers features drop-forged carbon steel construction with a polished finish that adds shine and durability to the equation. They feature hardened cutting edges for long-lasting performance and bi-material TPR handles for a comfortable grip with each new project. Even if you already have one or more of these plier types in your collection, adding more capability and redundancy coverage to your toolbox at such a low price is a no-brainer.

WorkPro Cabinet Jack Support Pole Kit

The WorkPro Cabinet Jack Support Pole Kit is a 4-pack of underrated superstars. The set also comes with a carrying case to keep the bars stored together when not in use. They feature telescoping support rods that offer adjustable length, and therefore pressure, in holding up all kinds of materials, equipment, and more.

This solution works like a reverse-pressure clamp. When installing material like drywall or setting cabinets in place, introducing these support poles into the equation allows you to stand up your equipment without having to enlist the help of a friend or family member. Each pole can support up to 154 pounds and expands from 54 to 114 inches in length. They feature rotating heads with non-slip pads and can turn a full 360 degrees and be tilted to 45-degree angles. A 4.6-star average rating across 611 reviews underpins this support solution's value, as does a No. 1 best seller ranking by Amazon in the "drywall lifts" category.

Methodology

I have experience with each of these tool types. I own some of the exact models listed above, but haven't used all of the tools noted here, personally. Even so, I can speak to the value that each of these products offers a home improver. User reviews helped make specific selections where personal experience was lacking. The result is a list of tools and accessory items I use personally with specific brand options chosen based on buyer ratings. Each one sports a high average review score with hundreds or more individual ratings from users.