19 genius Amazon products that will change the way you travel
Who doesn’t love a clever travel gadget? Our tech correspondent Craig Grannell has found the ultimate game-changing gear to make your next trip smoother and more enjoyable
17/07/2025
Perhaps you’re someone who travels light, with just one pair of shorts, a toothbrush and your passport. Or perhaps you understand the power and beauty of the right travel gadget for ensuring a more comfortable trip. Whether you’re a frequent flyer or a twice-yearly tripper, these innovative items will prove how the right gear can make all the difference.
1. Shout wipes
You’ve achieved peak packing perfection. Your capsule wardrobe is refined to breaking point. Then: bam! Lunchtime sabotage as a blob of sauce drops on to your pristine threads. Not to worry – one of these single-use wipes will delete the evidence of your culinary choices.
2. Anker MagGo 3-in-1 wireless charger
If your travel bag looks like the accessories wall of an Apple Store, it’s time to streamline. This gadget is the size of a deck of cards yet can charge AirPods, an Apple Watch and an iPhone all at once. It’ll even moonlight as a minimalist nightstand for your phone.
3. Anyoo waterproof poncho
It’s not high fashion, but when the skies open mid-hike or when you’re stuck in an endless theme park queue, you’ll be glad to have this poncho. There’s a cord adjuster to shield your face and enough coverage for a backpack. And it’ll double as a ground mat when the weather plays nice.
4. Backbone One
Love gaming but don’t get on with slippy touchscreen controls? Instead of adding a handheld to your bag, try this accessory that transforms your phone into a games machine with tactile, gamepad-grade controls. And because it plugs into your phone’s USB-C port, that means zero lag and no charging either.
5. Foot Rubz massage ball
If your legs and feet threaten revolt during a long flight or a day of sightseeing, toss one of these balls into your bag. It takes up barely any space and yet, in a few minutes, can provide effective massage relief. Or a tiny game of Pong between your feet. Your call.
6. Fulton Tiny 1 umbrella
Here’s the weather forecast: rain! And probably when you least expect it. Sorry. But don’t let a downpour ruin your trip – keep one of these umbrellas handy. It collapses to the size of a smartphone and weighs just 160g yet will keep you perfectly dry when the heavens open.
7. Jisulife portable handheld fan
Stuck in the heat, on the verge of melting, with no air-con in sight? No problem if you’ve packed this compact fan. It runs all day on a single charge and folds up to slip in a pocket. Unexpected bonus: it doubles as a torch, leaving you with one less thing to pack.
8. Loop Switch 2 earplugs
Forget basic earplugs. Loops are adaptive sonic shields, with settings designed for a wide range of needs. ‘Engage’ mode dulls background hubbub. ‘Experience’ is great for gigs. ‘Quiet’ blocks out more of the world when you need a snooze. They’re comfy and durable and ready for whatever your journey throws at you.
9. Master Lock compact safe
At the beach and hesitant to go for a dip, in case your valuables might vanish? This tiny safe has you covered. There’s space for your phone, keys and wallet. Short of a determined thief armed with bolt cutters, you’ll be good to go once you’ve fastened the safe to a secure spot.
10. Masteymoh gel cushion
This cushion might eat into carry-on space, but it’s worth it when more unforgiving surfaces lurk during your trip. Benches or concrete steps? Deploy this slab of engineered squish to ensure you’re sitting comfortably.
11. Moft iPhone tripod stand
When your phone is your go-to for in-flight or hotel entertainment, your neck won’t thank you for the hours you spend glued to the screen. Use this snap-on stand to elevate your device, making it better for watching movies and taking video calls. It’ll work as a selfie grip, too, when recording something for other people to watch.
12. Peesafe anti-chafing stick
The thrill of exploring a new locale? Undeniable. The subsequent sore feet and raw patches? Less so. This pocket-sized stick can be your friction firewall. It provides salvation at a swipe with a preventative barrier that helps stop chafing, itchiness and rashes, from blister-prone heels to uncooperative joints and thighs.
13. Raviad 2m multi-charger cable
Few things are more frustrating than reaching your destination, only to find your most cherished gadget is dead and you packed the wrong cable. This charger cable is a Swiss Army knife of power delivery, sporting USB-C and old-school USB-A on one end, and USB-C and Lightning on the other.
14. Rumyve collapsible water bottle
Hydration is great. But less so are plastic bottles full of H₂O. Instead, pack this space-saving collapsible bottle and refill from public fountains. Bonus points if you opt for the retina-scorching orange, a visual cue so bold you’d actively have to try to leave this bottle behind.
15. Samsonite manual luggage scale
The airport baggage weigh-in. One bag floats like a balloon. Another feels as if you’ve accidentally packed a rhino. Dodge such nightmares with this low-tech scale that lets you balance luggage before you leave. No app. No batteries. And no check-in agent watching you frantically repack at the front of a seething queue.
16. Sivio weighted eye mask
You’ve deployed the Loops we mention elsewhere to block out noise. Now enjoy visual blackout with this super-soft plush hot or cold eye mask that’ll help lead you towards pleasant slumber. The inner bag can also be removed when you fancy a brief localised heat or chill hack for weary muscles or tired eyes.
17. Tefal Pure Pop handheld clothes steamer
No one likes clothes looking wrinkly but, unless you’re a packing wizard, you’ll have creased garments on reaching your destination. Don’t gamble on your hotel’s ironing contraptions. Instead use this svelte steamer to banish wrinkles in no time – and even de-fuzz your outfit by way of a built-in dust-removal slide.
18. The North Face Borealis sling
Need more carrying capacity than a waist bag but don’t want to lug around a bulky backpack? This sling bag hits a sweet spot. It has ample space for tech, water bottles and all your other daily essentials. It’s great for the airport, too, keeping passports and vitals within easy reach.
19. Zap-It!
You’re the local insect population’s all-you-can-eat buffet. Fighting back with spray helps but, when a bug breaches your defences, Zap-It! brings relief. This 12g gadget is good for a thousand tiny electric charges that soothe bites.
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Now you’ve got the gear, where are you going to go?
