Keep Your Room Clean For Longer With These 13 Gadgets That Do The Work For You

The world is filled with people who don't mind cleaning, using simple hacks that keep their homes tidy every day. There are also those of us who want to do anything but clean our homes and will find as many excuses as we have to so we can get out of this mundane chore. For us, it feels like, just when we're finished dusting every cabinet, table, and baseboard, the mess returns faster than we can kick back and put our feet up. And, for homes with pets, it's an even bigger struggle to keep it pristine. Whether tackling dust, dirt, or grime, there are nifty cleaning gadgets that can help shave time off the experience while making life easier and your home cleaner. 

Thanks to modern technology, smart tools have been specifically designed to help take the hard work out of making your home spotless, leaving you with more time to do the things that bring you the most joy — like creating a relaxing living space. From robotic vacuums to self-sealing trash cans, innovative gadgets can make cleaning more efficient, reduce effort, and help your rooms stay cleaner for longer. If you already have a smart home hub, you can easily integrate some smart cleaning devices into your routine and set reminders for automated cleaning schedules. Though these gadgets can't eliminate all the work needed to keep a tidy home, they sure make the never-ending battle less painful and without the constant effort. 

If there's someone in your house who is obsessed with grilling, they need the Grillbot Cleaning Robot so they can say goodbye to those nasty grill brushes that are always breaking. The Grillbot scrubs the grill with three nylon brushes that are continuously spinning to remove stuck on gunk from every nook and cranny. It's powered by an electric motor and an intuitive computer that lets you know when it's finished, making manual scrubbing something a thing of the past. Plus, this handy lightweight gadget uses a rechargeable battery for a cordless experience.

Easily clean your wine glasses and every other type of drinking glass you own — from coffee cups to baby bottles — with the HGN Glass Rinser. This DIY built-in soap dispenser or kitchen sprayer replacement eliminates the need for soaking and scrubbing glasses, making life more convenient. Turn the glass upside down and press down on its bottom for an automatic multi-angle spray of water. You won't have to call a plumber to install this glass rinser because you can do it yourself in under 30 minutes.

Manual window cleaning takes hours to get a perfect streak-free result. But with a robotic window cleaner by your side, you'll never have to worry about cleaning windows again. These groovy machines attach to your window and have built-in mechanisms that keep them attached to the window for non-slip steady movement. They have removable, washable cleaning pads that make maintenance a breeze. Some models, like the Tosima W2 Window Cleaner Robot, utilize intuitive AI that maps out an efficient cleaning path, while others have ultra-advanced laser edge detection technology for frameless windows.

Some people wonder whether a robot lawn mower is really worth the money. While the price tag can spike into the thousands, just ask anyone who manually mows their lawn in the hot summer if they'd trade their gas-powered mower for one that cleans up the yard for them. These high-tech outdoor machines work similar to indoor robot vacuums in that you can use your smartphone to give it directions, plan a schedule, and map out your yard, leaving weekends free to do other things. Most have GPS tracking so you know where it is at all times.

If you've been manually sweeping and vacuuming your floors for as long as you can remember, it's time to invest in a robot vacuum. Brands like iRobot, Roomba, and Roborock have perfected state-of-the-art devices to automatically clean your hardwood floors and carpets while you sit back and go about your day. They can find their way around furniture and even return to their charging docks when done. We love the Shark AI Ultra 2-in-1 Robot Vacuum & Mop because it goes the extra mile to both vacuum and mop floors.

Dust and allergens can make a room feel unclean. That's why keeping the air in your home free from as many pollutants as possible should always top your list. Doing so has never been easier than with an air purifier, which can help filter out airborne particles. One option is the Dyson Purifier Cool purifying fan, which offers a purifier and a cool breeze in one. The top-rated Coway Airmega is another solid option and can accommodate smaller rooms of up to 247 square feet. Both monitor air quality hands-free and around the clock.

With the Brilli Bright Clean Light hanging above your head, your home will be virus-, bacteria- and mold-free, which means less cleaning. Its antimicrobial feature helps keep homes smelling fresher and cleaner and works anywhere in your home where you have standard 5 or 6 inch recessed lights, including bathrooms, kitchens, or laundry rooms. But it's also a regular LED light, thanks to its two modes. In antimicrobial mode, it emits a purple-hued glow, while standard mode has a soft white hue. You can switch between modes with a flip of a switch.

Say goodbye to remembering to throw clean wet clothes in the dryer when you have an all-in-one, space-saving washer and dryer combo. Almost all the big-name brands offer their own version with different features and intuitive controls. Whirlpool's has a Load & Go XL Dispenser, LG's has a ventless design and promises to wash and dry small loads within two hours, and Samsung's can detect both fabrics and soil levels and adjust its settings. Some combos can connect to WiFi-connected and are controlled through an app.

The only downside to having a kitty family member is the litter box. That's why a self-cleaning litter box is a total game-changer for keeping your home fresh. These cool gadgets come with sensors for detecting your cat's activity inside the litter box and will scoop waste into a sealed compartment. Some self-cleaning litter boxes also let you monitor litter levels and find out when it's time to top up. They come in plenty of different shapes and sizes, but they all make scooping a thing of the past and free up your time for playing with your favorite feline.

Townew's T1 4.1gal Self-Sealing Smart Trash Can does everything but take the bag to its final destination. The thermoplastic sealing technology instantly seals the bag's contents with the press of a button and will replace it with a new bag automatically. It's also motion-activated, so when your hands are messy from cooking or cleaning, it offers a cleaner way of tossing out the garbage and reducing the spread of germs with a wave of your hand.

There's no better tool for doing the majority of the work for you than an automatic toilet bowl cleaner. Fluidmaster's Flush 'n Sparkle Automatic Toilet Bowl Cleaning System keeps the bowl sparkly with every flush without you having to lift a finger. The hands-free contraption has a cartridge that adds the bleach cleaning solution directly into the bowl to deodorize it instantly. Just replace the cartridge every three months and forget about it the rest of the time. This in-tank system is budget-friendly, too (under $20), and takes mere minutes to install.

Throw the Sauberkugel Clean Ball in any bag and forget about it as it gets to work to clean and remove dirt, dust, crumbs, and everything else your bag manages to accumulate. The inside has a sticky ball that easily picks up the gross stuff so you don't have to. Take it apart to rinse it off and throw it back in for another round of cleaning. The Clean Ball rolls around your makeup bag to take of the blush that broke or can be placed inside your purse to clear away the snacks your toddler squished inside without taking up much space.

WiFi-enabled dishwashers are game changers. Top appliance brands like Miele, Bosch, KitchenAid, and Whirlpool offer their own smart dishwasher versions that include the ability to remotely start, stop, or delay dishwashing. Does anyone really need this option? Probably not, but it sure makes life easier when you can press a button on your smartphone and instantly start a load before you get home. But, besides that, most have super-quiet cycles, high-pressure water options, an automatic door release for faster drying time, a third rack, and pretty stainless steel finishes.