Best Spray Bottle

Kitsch Continuous Spray Bottle for Hair [8] ($7, originally $9)

Don't underestimate the power of a travel-size spray bottle! This one from Kitsch is a favorite because it mists evenly and doesn't leave your hair drenched. Travelers use it to revive curls and tame frizz, and they love that the 150ml size easily sneaks into carry-ons. PS: You can also use it as a face mist.

Best Passport Holder

Zoppen Mulitpurpose Rfid Blocking Passport Holder and Wallet [9] ($12)

No more rummaging through your bag to find your travel documents; this dual passport holder and wallet streamlines the process with room for credit cards, IDs, passports, boarding passes, phones, cash — you name it.

Best Audio Splitter

Belkin Rockstar 5-Jack Multi-Headphone Audio Splitter [10] ($12)

This audio splitter can connect up to five sets of headphones to a single device, so you and your family or friends can enjoy the same audio simultaneously. Shoppers love it; one person who gave it a five-star rating wrote: "I bought a couple of months ago to use so my family and I could watch movies while we were travelling and all have audio in our own headphones. It worked great and is simple to use. Great value for your money."

Best Luggage Scale

Etekcity Luggage Scale [11] ($12)

"My luggage scale is probably my favorite travel purchase to date," Mansel says. "I packed a smaller suitcase on a recent trip to London, but I was still concerned the contents of the bag had pushed it over the weight limit. The morning before my flight, I quickly weighed the suitcase and felt a sense of relief when I saw the numbers flash '42.' Anything over 50 pounds could have resulted in the completely avoidable overweight luggage fee."

Best Foldable and Washable Slippers

Portable Travel Slippers [12] ($14)

These portable slippers are a great travel accessory for plane rides and hotel rooms. They have a hard, waterproof sole that can handle outdoor wear, and they come with a storage bag that makes them easy to take with you anywhere.

Best Toiletry Bag

Bagsmart Toiletry Bag [13] ($18, originally $23)

Instead of having several overflowing cosmetic bags, this one will help keep everything organized and in one place. It has a section for makeup brushes, toiletries, skin-care products, and more. It even has an easy-access front pocket to hold miscellaneous items like hand sanitizer or hair ties.

Best Packing Cubes

Amazon Basics Lightweight Packing Cubes [14] ($18, originally $22)

Packing cubes are game-changer for keeping your suitcase organized. I like to use them to separate outfits by day, but you can just as easily sort them by clothing type, like tops in one, swimsuits in another, and so on. Learn what separates this set from other options out there in our Amazon Basics Lightweight Packing Cubes review [15].

Editor Quote: "First and foremost, I appreciate the variety of available sizes, which ensures I can shop out the packing cubes best-suited to my luggage. Travel cubes I've previously tried have either been too small to fit any practical amount of clothes or too large to really make much of a difference within my suitcase. Fortunately, the medium size works great for a standard suitcase, with some extra room to spare for items I might not want packed away in the cubes — like toiletries or hair styling tools." — Kyley Warren, former assistant shopping editor

Best Compression Socks

Laite Hebe Compression Socks [16] ($20)

Compression socks have been shown to enhance blood circulation in the legs and thighs, making them an excellent choice for situations involving extended periods of sitting, such as long flights or drives, which can impede blood flow. This specific set comes with eight (!) pairs of comfortable and machine-washable socks, so you'll be stocked for all your upcoming travels.

Best Collapsible Water Bottle

STOJO Collapsible Water Bottle [17] ($20)

As much as we love our emotional support water bottles (Stanley, Owala — you name it), they're not exactly the most convenient travel companions when space is tight (and let's be real, when isn't it?). That's where this collapsible bottle comes in clutch: once you've finished your drink, it folds down to make stashing it a breeze. See it in action in our STOJO Collapsible Water Bottle review [18].

Editor Quote: "I like that the compact product doesn't take up too much space. When I'm not using it, it easily fits into my kitchen drawers and work bags [19], whereas when I am using it, it is built like a traditional cup and fits seamlessly within standard cup holders. ." — Kyley Warren, former assistant shopping editor

Best Tracking Device

Apple AirTag [20] ($22, originally $29)

Ensure the safety of your valuable belongings with the Apple AirTag. Whether you place it discreetly inside your checked baggage to prevent loss during international travel or attach it to your frequently misplaced keys, this handy device helps you keep track of your most important possessions. Learn more about it via our Apple AirTag review [21].

Editor Quote: "Using the Find My app that's installed on all iPhones, I was able to track our bags from check-in until takeoff, and again when we landed back in the states. I saw them all together in the European airport, and I was even able to track, based on an airport map, that they moved with us when we had to change planes due to an electrical issue." — India Yaffe, former associate commerce editor

Best Universal Travel Adapter

EPICKA Universal Travel Adapter [22] ($23, originally $25)

This universal travel adapter makes it so easy to juice up all of your gadgets while you sleep, no matter where you are in the world. One of our former editors brought it on a two-week trip to Europe and found that it worked for all of her electronics and helped her pack light. Read more about her experience using it in ourEPICKA Universal Travel Adapter review [23].

Editor Quote: "The adapter itself is fairly compact; it fits in the palm of my hand, so it's really easy to throw in a carry-on bag. It has one standard plug, with the addition of four USB ports and one USBC port. This means that you can charge up to six devices at once, and it actually works. Every night, I could charge my computer, phone, AirPods, and Oura ring without any issue." — India Yaffe, former associate commerce editor

Best Battery Pack

Portable Charger Power Bank [24] ($24)

Don't let the inconvenience of a dead phone ruin your travel experience. A power bank is an essential must-have item that can give all your gadgets juice, including phones, tablets, watches, earphones, and any other USB-capable device.

Best Sunscreen

Supergoop! Unseen Sunscreen [25] ($38)

While sunscreen might not seem like the kind of product that deserves a spotlight in a travel roundup of "genius" finds, this one earns its place. It works as both sun protection and a makeup-gripping primer, which means it saves serious space in your makeup bag.

Best Earplugs

Eargasm High Fidelity Earplugs [26] ($42)

I know what you're thinking: What a name! But beyond the attention-grabbing branding, thousands of shoppers swear by these for catching Zzz's on planes, in noisy hotel rooms, or anytime you need a little extra quiet. Bonus: they come in a keychain container, so you won't lose them to the bottom of your bag like those classic orange foam ones.

Best Travel Steamer

Jack ＆ Rose Travel Steamer [27] ($46, originally $82)

Shoppers say this portable steamer makes clothes look freshly ironed, and fast. It heats up quickly, so you can smooth out wrinkles in a pinch, whether you're on a work trip or (more importantly) on vacation.

Best Hat Holder Clip for Travel

TOPTOTE The Fray Hat Clip [28] ($59)

Nope, you don't have to smush your favorite beach hat into your checked bag or somehow wedge it into your carry-on. This clever (and chic) little clip lets you attach it right to your personal item, so it stays wrinkle-free and within reach.

Best Neck Pillow

Ostrichpillow Go Neck Pillow [29] ($69)

Traveling doesn't have to mean dealing with a stiff neck. This PS team favorite makes it way easier to sleep sitting upright — no more jolting awake mid-drift or accidentally snoozing on your seatmate's shoulder. Find out more about it in our Ostrichpillow Go Neck Pillow review [30].

Editor Quote: "This neck pillow is so easy to pack and not bulky, making it the perfect travel accessory. The product includes a protective bag to store my neck pillow when I am not using it, which is ideal and helps keep it clean. The softness of the neck pillow's outer sleeve is so cozy, and the memory foam makes me feel like I'm laying my head on one of the pillows that I sleep with daily." — Indira Diaz, former social strategy coordinator

Best Travel Cases

Cadence Travel Containers [31] ($138)

Stay organized on the go with these clever reusable toiletry containers. They're magnetic, so they snap together to keep everything in one place, and they're TSA-approved and 100 percent leakproof. Each set comes with interchangeable labels for shampoo, conditioner, body wash, moisturizer, cleanser, pills, and even a blank tile. Plus, they come in a range of chic color options. Find out why one of our former editors says they were worth every penny in our full Cadence Travel Containers review [32].

Editor Quote: "The features speak for themselves. The magnetic sides and tops make them easy to keep together and open and close. I can attest from several successful flights that these are truly leakproof, watertight, airtight, and TSA-approved. Small but mighty, the design can hold one to two weeks' worth of product, and the large opening up top makes them easy to scoop from and refill. They're easy to clean and use time and time again." — Krista Jones, former editor, Shopping

Best Travel Pillow

Purple Harmony Anywhere Pillow [33] ($149)

If you're not a fan of hotel pillows and already love Purple's signature bouncy, cooling mesh design, consider this your sign to add the travel-size version to your cart. It even comes with a compression carry case and a clip, so you can easily attach it to your bag.

Best Comfy Headphones

Apple AirPods Max Wireless Over-Ear Headphones [34] ($551)

These headphones feature memory-foam ear cushions that are comfortable for hours of wear and help cancel out unwanted sounds. Not only are they functionally superior, but they also boast an aesthetically pleasing design, making them a favorite among fashion influencers. However, their appeal goes beyond style, as attested by one of our editors who invested in a pair and has no regrets. Read her in-depth review of the Apple AirPods Max Wireless Over-Ear Headphones [35] for more.

Editor Quote: "The sound on the AirPods Max is extremely clear — I've never had any issues with music sounding far away or 'tinny.' I can hear every single word of Death Cab For Cutie's 'Title and Registration' as if Ben Gibbard himself were singing into my ears." — Renee Rodriguez, beauty staff writer and social producer