15 Completely Random (But Useful) Under $20 Kohl's Finds

Although you can find great deals on clothing at Kohl’s, that’s not all the affordable department store has to offer. Whether you’re preparing for an upcoming trip or redecorating your home, Kohl’s is an excellent place to find inexpensive — albeit random — products on a budget and save on everyday essentials you didn’t know you needed.

From kitchen tools to pet accessories, we rounded up the most useful, eclectic Kohl’s finds that are $20 and under.

Editor’s note: Prices and availability are subject to change and may vary by location.

Price: $10

Keep your luggage safe while traveling with this sturdy luggage strap made by the travel brand Samsonite. All you have to do is wrap and secure the strap horizontally across your suitcase, and it will ensure that your case doesn’t pop open during transit thanks to the rugged buckle. 

Plus, the white and black patterned strap will make your luggage easier to spot at baggage claim.

Price: $4.99

If you’re tired of buying bags of ice for your cooler, invest in this reusable ice substitute from Igloo. One sheet of the “ice” sells for $4.99 and measures 19 inches by 7.75 inches with 44 cubes, making it the perfect size for a small cooler or lunch box.

Price: $19.99

If you find your bathroom drawers or purse overflowing with makeup products, then this swiveling, portable makeup organizer can help. 

It has four stacking compartments that swivel open, and the outside of each level has a small space where you can write a label with a dry-erase pen. With a convenient silicone carrying handle, the 5.9-by-5.6-inch case is easy to stash in a weekend bag or large purse.

Price: $12.99

While this desk lamp with an articulating neck seems pretty simple, it has a dual function thanks to its base, which acts like a catchall tray. It has an LED light bulb, a 59-inch cord, and can stand as tall as 17 inches. 

All that and the extremely affordable $12.99 price tag make it the perfect lighting choice for a desk or even a nightstand.

Price: $9.99

Whether for sorting socks or belts, this honeycomb-patterned drawer organizer will keep your dresser spick and span. You’ll get 10 hexagonally-shaped compartments in the 14.28-by-13.25-inch organizer. And the interlocking pieces allow you to distribute the organizer among several drawers if you want.

Price: $11.99 (on sale from $19.99)

Although at first glance, you might not know it, this random box is actually an incredibly useful makeup brush holder. The rectangular glass box with gold corners is 6 inches high and 8.6 inches wide. Place your makeup brushes in the box, handle end down, and the small pearly beads will keep the brushes from touching each other and cross-contaminating your makeup products. And it adds a touch of class to your vanity top.

Price: $11.39 (on sale from $18.99)

Whether you’re baking a cake or grilling steaks, you need a digital thermometer by your side to ensure your food is thoroughly cooked and safe to eat. This Escali thermometer has the added space-saving advantage of being foldable, and it’s pretty high-tech for under $20. The thermometer can read the temperature of your food in about six seconds and display it on the built-in LCD screen.

Price: $12.99

For the Star Wars fan in your life, this R2-D2 salt and pepper shaker set is a must-buy. The top dome-shaped piece is for salt, and the bottom cylinder is for pepper. Both ceramic pieces are dishwasher-safe and — just as importantly — super fun.

Price: $11.99

Whether for sweetening your coffee or baking a cake, make your sugar more accessible with this easy-to-use OXO Sugar Dispenser. 

The clear, plastic canister has a stainless steel lid with a spout that easily opens and closes with a push. Although it’s specifically labeled a sugar dispenser, nothing is stopping you from filling the 9-ounce container with other sweeteners, like stevia.

Price: $13

Whether you’re an avid hiker or frequent traveler, there’s never a good time to be caught in the rain without the proper gear. The Totes adult-sized poncho is perfect for stashing in your bag or leaving in your car for just such occasions.

The water-repellant poncho comes in a convenient, zippered carrying case and has unique side snaps for easily getting on and off. It’s lightweight and easy to clean, so you can reuse it over and over again.

Price: $19.99

Trade in your soggy, germ-infested loofah for this more hygienic and durable silicone body scrubber. The hexagonal scrubber allows you to easily lather soap to cleanse and exfoliate your body in the shower. 

Plus, you’ll get a little help for those hard-to-reach spots with the ergonomic handle.

Price: $2.74 (on sale from $14.99)

Our furry friends deserve a birthday party, and this cute kit is stocked with everything you’ll need, including paper streamers, a birthday hat, a paper bow tie, a chew toy, and more. 

If you can snag this set while it’s on sale for just $2.74, it’s an even better deal than the full $14.99 price.

Price: $13.99

Fill your home with the fragrant warmth of a scented candle without the open flame, thanks to this chic wax warmer. You just put scented wax cubes on the top tray, and the included 25-watt bulb slowly melts them, turning the device into a beautiful lantern at the same time. When you want to change scents or clean it, all you have to do is wipe the remaining wax away, and you’re good to go.

Price: $9.99

Whether you need a little bit of lemon juice for a recipe or a lot for batch cocktails, this handheld juicer will help you make less mess in the kitchen. The two-piece juice has a reamer over a cup, which collects the citrus juice so you can store it for later or pour it immediately. The handy tool is compact, dishwasher-safe, and has measurements up to half a cup.

Price: $9.99

Have you ever found yourself struggling to apply makeup in a dim hotel room? This light-up travel mirror solves that problem, thanks to its three LED light settings and touch sensor dimmer. Plus, the 7.75-by-5.25-inch mirror is rechargeable and comes with a 40-inch charging cord, so you don’t even need to be near an outlet to use it.

During a time when it seems like all stores are raising prices, Kohl’s is a standout for its affordable, unique finds. 

What might seem random to one shopper may be exactly what another shopper is looking for, so don’t discount Kohl’s the next time you need a time-saving kitchen tool or convenient tech gadget.

If you find yourself shopping at Kohl’s, don’t forget to join the store’s loyalty program to earn rewards on everyday purchases.