If you click on links we provide, we may receive compensation. Life Life Strategies Smart Finds A Smart Thermostat That Monitors Air Quality—and More Clever Items A take-anywhere eco-friendly towel, a charging station that's also a lamp, and an airtight dog food container. By Hannah Baker Hannah Baker Hannah is the Senior Home Editor at REAL SIMPLE magazine. She's worked in media for over a decade and previously worked at BRIDES magazine, Rachael Ray in Season magazine, and Reveal magazine. Her other bylines include Martha Stewart, Apartment Therapy, Shop TODAY, Better Homes & Gardens, Martha Stewart Weddings, and more. Real Simple's Editorial Guidelines Published on April 18, 2024 03:00PM EDT Photo: Ecobee If you have a problem with your pots boiling over, may we suggest a steam releaser? While there are several of these on the market, the one we found is shaped like a daisy (cute!) and has petals that spin when steam is released. We also found a lightweight, eco-friendly towel that doubles as a yoga mat and comes in a ton of fun colors and patterns, a super-smart lamp that also works as a charging station for all your devices, and more. 01 of 06 Smart Thermostat Photo by Ecobee $250 at Ecobee.com This smart device does so many things. It controls your home’s temp, keeps an eye on air quality, and acts as a smoke alarm and security system. Plus, it’s not half bad to look at. 02 of 06 Water Filtration System Photo by Drink Lang Orig. $375 $337 at Amazon Filter, flavor, and remineralize your tap water with this self-cleaning countertop system. It gets rid of nasty microplastics, unwanted bacteria, and more for healthier H2O. 03 of 06 Multi-Purpose Towel Photo by Nomadix $40 at Nomadix.co Other towels wish they were this cool! In a slew of pretty patterns, this one’s great for yoga, the beach, or adventuring—thanks to sand- and pet-hair-resistant recycled polyester that dries four times quicker than cotton. 04 of 06 Charging Table Lamp Photo by Uncommon Goods $100 at Uncommon Goods Portable and rechargeable, this nifty lamp also functions as a cord-free charging dock. Just lay your phone on top of it and let the magic happen. 05 of 06 Airtight Dog Food Container Photo by PetCo $45 at PETCO Is it just us, or does this airtight food storage container kinda resemble a sweet little pup? Regardless, it comes in a 25- or 50-pound capacity andhas a built-in hook for the included scooper. 06 of 06 Plucky Pick Photo Courtesy of Ototo Prevent boilovers, but make it cute! This little daisy clips onto a pot andraises the lid just enough to allow steam to release. And, get this, its petals spin as steam escapes! Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit More Must-Shop Products A Do-It-All Can Opener and 5 More Clever Items—All Under $45 Fall Denim From Levi's, Gloria Vanderbilt, and More Just Dropped—Starting at $16 6,000+ Shoppers Love These $4 Snuggly Bath Towels They Call Spa-Like