Turns out you don’t need to spend big to travel smart. This Prime Day, Traveler readers stocked up on tons of affordable (and clever) travel essentials designed to make being on the move smoother, comfier, and more organized—and we’ve got the data to prove it.
While flashy tech and luggage often get the spotlight, it was upgraded essentials—like leakproof bottles, cozy eye masks, and viral beauty buys—that flew off Amazon’s virtual shelves this past week. From high-performance outdoor gear to in-flight comfort upgrades, here are the 17 Traveler-approved travel products you couldn’t get enough of this Prime Day—plus a few last-chance deals still worth grabbing (hurry!).
Prime Day bestsellers by category:
Outdoor gear
Our more adventurous readers gravitated toward tried-and-true outdoor gear this Prime Day. The LifeStraw personal water filter was a standout—lightweight, compact, and powerful enough to filter out bacteria, parasites, and microplastics from any water source. Just as popular was the Pelican Marine waterproof phone pouch, made with tough TPU material and a clear screen cover that still lets you snap photos and use your touchscreen, even underwater.
Lifestraw
Personal water filter
Pelican
Marine Series floating waterproof phone pouch
Beauty favorites
Prime Day was a goldmine for beauty lovers, and readers stocked up accordingly. Crest 3D Whitestrips were a top pick thanks to a bonus pack that includes express treatments for quick results before special occasions. The Laneige lip sleeping mask made its way into countless carts for its deeply hydrating formula—perfect for combatting dry cabin air. And the Elemis Pro-Collagen Marine Cream was irresistible to those keeping up their skincare routine on and off the road.
Elemis
Pro-Collagen Marine cream
In-flight essentials
Comfort reigned supreme this Prime Day, with readers loading up on elevated in-transit essentials. The Mzoo contoured sleep mask was a favorite, designed to block light while adding cushioned pressure around the eyes. We also saw plenty of travel pillows getting snapped up, including the Dot & Dot memory foam travel pillow, which offers unmatched flexibility, and the Cabeau Evolution pillow, which brings structured comfort with a packable design that fits easily in carry-ons.
Cabeau Inc
Cabeau Evolution S3 travel pillow
Dot & Dot
Twist memory foam travel pillow
Travel accessories
With summer travel in full swing, readers didn’t skip the chance to stay cool. The Jisulife handheld mini fan was a top buy—tiny enough to stash in a day bag but strong enough to keep you refreshed during hot city strolls or humid hikes. Perfect for destination wedding on the calendar, the HiLife portable steamer was also a hot seller, offering an easy way to freshen up outfits without needing an ironing board. Tech-wise, the Inui portable charger—capable of powering three devices at once—was a practical favorite, and Apple AirTags earned their spot as must-haves for keeping tabs on checked luggage or elusive travel wallets. And for sudden summer downpours, the compact yet durable Repel waterproof umbrella was an undeniably smart cart addition.
Jisulife
Handheld mini fan
Repel
Windproof travel umbrella
Space-saving organizers
Our readers know that staying organized is the real travel flex, and they scored big on tech and packing gear this Prime Day. Compression packing cubes were a favorite, helping even the most ambitious overpackers fit more into their carry-ons without fighting the zipper. Leakproof toiletry bottles were also best-sellers, and we love how they make decanting shampoo, conditioner, or that serum you refuse to leave behind, all while staying TSA-compliant. For beauty lovers, the Eachy large travel makeup bag was a hit—spacious enough for skincare, makeup, and a few just-in-case extras, all in one chic, zip-up pouch.
Tocelffe
18-pack travel bottles
Bagsmart
Compression packing cubes (set of 6)
Eachy
Large travel makeup bag
This article has been updated with new information since its original publish date.