From The Department Of “But Why?”: 19 Gadgets That Defy Logic

Ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls, step right up to the greatest show on Earth! Well, maybe not the greatest, but certainly the weirdest. We’ve scoured the depths of human ingenuity (or perhaps insanity) to bring you a collection of gadgets so bizarre, they’ll make your grandma’s tchotchkes look positively normal.

Prepare to embark on a journey through the twisted minds of inventors who clearly missed the “but why?” meeting. We’ve got 19 gadgets that are so unnecessary, so absurd, and so downright wacky that you’ll be questioning the very fabric of reality. From the “What were they thinking?” department to the “I can’t believe this exists” archive, we’re about to dive headfirst into a world where logic took a vacation and common sense called in sick.

#1 Light Up Your Noggin Like A Disco Ball With This Questionably Fashionable Fiber Optic Cap

Review: “This hat changes color or can be set to one of your favorite colors. It looks like a regular cap when it is turned off and it is easy to recharge. This makes a great gift!” – Amazon Customer

From The Department Of “But Why?”: 19 Gadgets That Defy Logic

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#2 Tired Of Gadgets That Actually Do Something Useful? This Useless Box Is The Perfect Antidote To Our Hyper-Productive World

Review: “I dare you to walk past this box without flipping the switch. It makes me smile every time. Buying a second one as a gift.” – Janelle

From The Department Of “But Why?”: 19 Gadgets That Defy Logic

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#3 Nurture Your iPhone Back To Full Battery With This Disturbingly Organic Umbilical Cable For iPhone

From The Department Of “But Why?”: 19 Gadgets That Defy Logic

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#4 Cradle A Caboose In Comfort With This Unnecessarily Intimate Buttress Pillow

Review: “Very comfy, wish the butt was bigger. The memory foam like metrical is not very breathable, but soooo comfortable.” – Sarah

From The Department Of “But Why?”: 19 Gadgets That Defy Logic

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#5 Confuse Beachgoers And Fashionistas Alike With These Mind-Boggling Flip Flop Socks That Make You Question Reality And The Very Concept Of Footwear

Review: “I wore these over the winter for a costume party because I didn’t want my feet to be cold. No one realized they were socks until I drew their attention to them. They were a big hit at the party. Fun socks!” – Katrina

From The Department Of “But Why?”: 19 Gadgets That Defy Logic

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#6 Pack Your Lunch With A Side Of Morbid Humor In This Unsettlingly Realistic Organ Donor Lunch Box That’ll Make Your Coworkers Lose Their Appetite

Review: “I got this lunchbox for my sister since she works at a hospital. She gets sooo many compliments or people laughing. It’s durable and keeps your food cold too. So not only is it hilarious but it’s also a great utility item too. It recently got dirty from soup that had spilled and I threw it in the washer and it was perfectly clean after.” – Krista Wnuk

From The Department Of “But Why?”: 19 Gadgets That Defy Logic

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#7 Channel Your Inner Eccentric Victorian With This Disturbingly Anthropomorphic Taxidermied Mouse That’s Living Its Best Afterlife, Complete With Vices And Questionable Hobbies

Review: “This little guy is perfect! I got him as a present for my best friend and she totally loved him! His vibes are immaculate and he arrived in a really well protected box” – Joseph

From The Department Of “But Why?”: 19 Gadgets That Defy Logic

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#8 Who Needs A Roomba When You Can Have A Robot BFF? This Amazon Astro Will Not Only Keep Your Floors Clean But Also Follow You Around Playing Your Favorite Tunes

From The Department Of “But Why?”: 19 Gadgets That Defy Logic

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#9 Embrace Your Dark Side And Confuse Your Houseguests With This Inexplicably Goth Black Toilet Paper That’s As Mysterious As It Is Impractical

Review: “I bought these for my sister and she laughed at these. She had mentioned that the toilet paper is thick and lasts a while. Feels like normal toilet paper just a different color.” – Tiffany

From The Department Of “But Why?”: 19 Gadgets That Defy Logic

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#10 Take Your Feline Friendship To Uncomfortable New Heights With This Oddly Specific Bonding Cat Tongue Brush

Review: “these mad a great gag gift! everyone thought it was super funny, it was a gag gift for a cat lover, who has tons of cats! she thought it was hilarious” – Jason Echevarria

From The Department Of “But Why?”: 19 Gadgets That Defy Logic

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#11 Turn Your Crawling Cutie Into A Cleaning Machine With This Questionably Practical Baby Mop Onesie

Review: “The design of this dress is very creative. The child wears well when learning to crawl. On the one hand, it can wipe the ground clean. On the other hand, the ground is thicker and the child will not be injured. worth having.” – kevin

From The Department Of “But Why?”: 19 Gadgets That Defy Logic

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#12 Wrap Yourself In A Cozy Cocoon Of Sodium-Laden Comfort With This Disturbingly Realistic Ramen Blanket That’ll Make You Crave Msg In Your Sleep

Review: “This is such a cute and funny blanket and my daughter claimed it IMMEDIATELY once she saw it lol. It’s so much softer than is depicted in the pictures, almost velvety in feel. And you warm up pretty quick with it on. We eat a lot of Ramen and Pho over here so I think this is the perfect blanket for us.” – Juanita

From The Department Of “But Why?”: 19 Gadgets That Defy Logic

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#13 Turn Your Morning Rinse Into Happy Hour With This Inexplicably Existing Shower Cupholder

Review: “Getting this for myself wasn’t so I could start taking drinks into the shower with me but it sure made it a lot easier!!! Gave these to three friends at work also and they loved it! One even said, “I will be using this tonight!!! This is going to be a tough gift for anyone else to top this year.” I have to agree. At this price point, why not try it?” – EGoodrich

From The Department Of “But Why?”: 19 Gadgets That Defy Logic

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#14 Brush Your Teeth With… More Teeth! This Disturbingly Meta Toothbrush With Teeth For Bristles Takes Dental Hygiene To A Whole New Level Of Weird

Review: “Absolutely amazing specimen’ this is such a funny prop for me to use and it’s gonna be hilarious for a Halloween costume! The packaging is funny too! Package arrived safely and quickly and with a hand written note. It definitely cheered up my day! I highly recommend this shop!” – Ash

From The Department Of “But Why?”: 19 Gadgets That Defy Logic

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#15 Become The Ultimate Pet Rock Parent With This Bizzare Rock Buddy With Full Training Manual And Bedding That Takes Companionship To A Whole New Level Of Absurdity

Review: “The Rock Buddy was a perfect birthday present for my little brother. He thought it was so cool to have a pet rock. I loved how it came with instructions on how to care for the rock buddy. I can also see this being a great white elephant gift as well. I love the quality of everything. It came fast and in perfect condition.” – Cardon

From The Department Of “But Why?”: 19 Gadgets That Defy Logic

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#16 Give Your Hen A Taste Of City Life With This Utterly Unnecessary Chicken Harness

Review: “Chickens are cute when they walk. They’re even cuter when you can walk them like a dog. This came with two Bow ties for the chickens too. Super cute and good quality.” – eli

From The Department Of “But Why?”: 19 Gadgets That Defy Logic

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#17 Snuggle Up With Your Baby’s Former Womb-Mate Using This Disturbingly Cuddly Placenta Plush : Baby’s First Roommate That Takes Sentimental Keepsakes To A Whole New Level Of Cringe

Review: “My daughter is going into the medical field so we bought this for her birthday. She’s 18 and moved out for college; us nerdy parents thought it humorous to gift her her “first home” while she is away from us. Very plush, well made, a good size, and so cute!” – ClairB

From The Department Of “But Why?”: 19 Gadgets That Defy Logic

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#18 Paint Your Toast With Happy Little Burn Marks Using This Utterly Unnecessary Bob Ross Toaster

Review: “Okay, I bought this somewhat as a joke, but it works hilariously good. I’m a nurse at a jail and everyone thinks it is the best thing ever. It puts the face on the toast but also works just as good as a “regular” toaster. It’s light but durable. Couldn’t ask for a better/more fun toaster.” – Ashton Johnston

From The Department Of “But Why?”: 19 Gadgets That Defy Logic

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#19 Belly Button Lint Got You Feeling Down? This Belly Button Brush Is Here To The Rescue! It’s The Perfect Tool For Keeping Your Navel Clean And Lint-Free

Review: “I got this as part of a birthday gift for my boyfriend who always says he doesn’t want or need anything. He thought it was hilarious and talked about it the rest of the day.” – kristen

From The Department Of “But Why?”: 19 Gadgets That Defy Logic

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