I decided to compile all my best AliExpress finds from recent times into one list. These are 10 things that actually stuck around — some I use at home, some I bought for my car, and some I specifically got for my parents or kids.

Здесь найдутся полезности для всей семьи. Фото.

Here you’ll find useful things for the whole family

Noise-Cancelling Headphones Instead of AirPods Max

Наушники с шумоподавлением вместо AirPods Max. Наушники еще и выглядят стильно. Фото.

The headphones also look stylish

I’ve been using the UGREEN Studio Pro for a while now — and I can say that for the money, it’s one of the best options. Active noise cancellation works great: on the subway, on a plane, in a noisy office. The connection is hybrid — you can use both Bluetooth and a wired cable. The materials feel premium — metal and leather, nothing creaks. Top-notch headphones at a very reasonable price.

Price: 2,640 rubles

Portable Speaker for the Countryside and Picnics

Портативная колонка для дачи и пикника. С такой колонкой музыка всегда будет с вами. Фото.

With a speaker like this, music will always be with you

For the countryside, I got the Tronsmart T7 Lite — a compact Bluetooth speaker with water protection. The sound for its size is very decent, with two 2.0 channels. It runs on a battery, and a single charge lasts the whole evening. If you need an affordable speaker that you’re not afraid to take outdoors — this is a great choice.

Price: 2,220 rubles

A Gaming Console That Got Our Whole Family Hooked

Игровая консоль, на которой мы зависли всей семьёй. Меня даже не смутил розовый цвет. Фото.

The pink color didn’t even bother me

I got a Nintendo Switch Lite — and now my son and I take turns playing. The console is compact, with a 5.5-inch screen, comfortable to hold. We modded it — and it’s amazing, the game library became endless. For this price — the best option for those who want portable gaming without overspending.

Price: 12,890 rubles (with coupon)

An MP3 Player for Those Tired of Streaming

MP3-плеер для тех, кто устал от стриминга. Плеер похож на iPod. Фото.

The player looks like an iPod

I’ve been wanting to buy the INNIOASIS Y1 for a while — a standalone 64GB MP3 player for offline music. It has Bluetooth, a screen, and supports various formats. It looks like an iPod Classic — and that’s what sells it. The idea is simple: load your music, disconnect from the internet, and listen without distractions. It’s a niche device, but for enthusiasts — it’s perfect.

Price: 4,060 rubles

A Bluetooth Adapter That Brought My Old Car Stereo Back to Life

Bluetooth-адаптер, который оживил старую магнитолу. Взял в машину без Bluetooth, и теперь в авто беспроводная музыка. Фото.

Got it for a car without Bluetooth, and now there’s wireless music in the car

My car didn’t have Bluetooth — so I had to listen to music through an AUX cable or just the radio. I got a UGREEN wireless adapter — it connects via a 3.5mm jack or USB, and supports Bluetooth 6.0 and LDAC codec. Now I listen to music wirelessly and take calls on speakerphone. The adapter automatically reconnects when the engine starts. A must-have for any car without Bluetooth.

Price: 910 rubles

A Robot Vacuum for Cleaning Up After Two Kids

Робот-пылесос, для уборки за двумя детьми. Робот справляется с мусором на 5 с плюсом. Фото.

The robot handles messes with flying colors

Two kids mean constant crumbs, spilled juices, and sand from the sandbox. At some point, it became clear that a robot vacuum was a must. I ordered the Roborock S8 Pro Plus — a model with 10,000 Pa suction power, wet mopping, and a self-cleaning dust bin. It’s the Russian version with a one-year warranty and European certification. It handles both dry dirt and mops the floors. A serious purchase, but it saves a ton of time every day.

Price: 18,590 rubles

A Tablet for Kids Instead of an iPad