14 Practical Amazon Finds Under $40 Worth Buying (Sleep Like a Baby with #12)

Prime Day is drawing near. The annual event runs from July 8 through 11 this year, so Amazon Prime members can save money on everything they could ever need.

But if you miss these days or are not a Prime member, you can still find products that are not only affordable but also make life easier. Whether you are looking for a kitchen tool that can help you prep meals or a storage solution perfect for a tight space, you can find it on Amazon.

Here are 14 items to help you out in your everyday life, all under $40 or maybe even cheaper. 

Editor's Note: Prices are subject to change and do not include shipping costs.

Do you hate scraping off all the residue from splattered food in your microwave? There's a quick and easy solution that can fix the problem in a heartbeat.

Check out the Angry Mama Microwave Oven Cleaner to steam clean your microwave with only vinegar and water. The cleaner is simple to use and makes clean-up a breeze for only $5.88.

An Apple AirTag is a great way to keep track of any number of items you may want to keep an eye on. Slip one in a checked suitcase when you travel, or add one to your bags to help you find them.

A single AirTag is just $24.99 right now on Amazon. You could also buy a 4-pack for $74.99 to track all of your everyday items from your wallet to keys. 

Are you looking for an easy way to have meals ready throughout the week and save money on groceries? Then, you may want to consider prepping your meals ahead of time.

Bentgo Prep 3-Compartment Meal-Prep Containers cost $14.99 on Amazon for 10 trays that feature three compartments to separate food. Throw them in the refrigerator or freezer for a ready-to-go meal, whether you're at work or need a quick dinner when you get home.

Nail polish fans can rejoice with this holder for your bottles, which makes it easy to apply to your nails. This simple purchase can make your mani-pedi an enjoyable experience rather than a hassle.

The wearable Tweexy Wearable Nail Polish Holder Ring is perfect for manicures and pedicures to help you keep the nail polish close by. This deal comes in a pack of two for only $18.99.

Need to slice a bunch of produce for a homemade recipe? Make it easy with the Joseph Joseph Multi Hand-held Mandoline Slicer for $16 on Amazon.

The mandoline slicer lets you evenly slice cucumbers, carrots, and more with three thicknesses to choose from. It also has an easy-grip handle and a protective guard to keep your hands safe.

Some dogs love a good car ride, but you may be worried about them being safe inside your car.

The AUROTH Heavy Duty Bungee Dog Leash keeps your pets close and connected when you're driving. It comes in two lengths, four feet and six feet, and a variety of colors, depending on your preference, for $12.59.

The task of cleaning a car, for example, can be hard to get all that dust and gunk from hard-to-reach places. But the ColorCoral Cleaning Gel Universal Dust Cleaner will make things much easier for $6.98.

The lemon-scented cleaning gel can remove grime from your computer keyboard, computer printer, or anything else with hard-to-reach nooks and crannies.

Trying to find the right cable to charge your phone or any other small electronics in your home can get annoying, keeping up with all the wires. 

So grab this two-pack of 4 ft Multi Charging Cables for $5 with different plugs to charge your different electronics. You'll only need to find one cable to get any of your electronics up and running again.

Plastic grocery bags can get plenty of reuse throughout your home or office, but they can also be annoying to store until you need them. Instead, stack them into the Utopia Kitchen Grocery Plastic Bag Holder and Dispenser for $16.99.

The holder is easy to mount on your wall in your kitchen, pantry, or any other space to make grabbing a bag a breeze whenever you need one.

You probably have random batteries stored in a drawer or rolling around in random storage spaces. The Battery Organizer and Tester is selling for $14.99 on Amazon. It stores AA, AAA, and 9-volt batteries, among others.

The box comes in a variety of colors and includes a battery tester, so you'll always know the batteries that are ready when you need them.

Get organized with these Utoplike 4-Pack Bamboo Drawer Dividers for $26.99 right now. You can use them in any drawer, including desks and dressers, or organize all the utensils in your kitchen.

The spring-loaded dividers can adjust to different drawer lengths, so they're perfect for your deep drawers or ones that may not be a standard size.

Are you one of those sleepers who wakes up hot and sweaty? Then cool down with this Qutool Cooling Bed Pillow for $19.99.

The pillow is filled with gel foam that helps keep you cool, and is available in standard, queen, or king sizes, depending on your needs.

Shine a little bit of light on your outdoor spaces with these stylish Brightever LED Outdoor String Lights.

The string of lights is perfect for your patio or other outdoor space and comes in a variety of lengths, including a 100-foot strand of waterproof lights for $29.99, with Amazon's limited-time deal. 

Fluff up your fabrics and reduce wrinkles with these SnugPad Wool Dryer Balls made from premium New Zealand wool.

The balls come in a pack of six for $8.95 and can dry your clothes up to 25% faster, saving you money on your energy bills. They're perfect if you want a natural and chemical-free alternative to your typical dryer sheets or fabric softener. 

Have you found a good solution for your home, office, or other spaces? 

Then, remember to add the best cash back credit cards to your Amazon account to maximize your extra perks when you shop with the online retailer.

You also may want to consider an Amazon Prime membership to save money on extra shipping costs if you plan to buy several products from the online retailer.