E! Illustration/Getty ImagesPacking like a pro doesn't have to be hard, especially not when we've done all the heavy lifting for you. Our team of shopping editors has rounded up the best travel essentials to keep you fully charged, fully comfortable, and totally prepared for anything your trip might throw at you.
Never stress about overweight luggage again. We've found a compact luggage scale so you'll always know if you've overpacked. And if you did? No problem! Check out a genius travel pillow that doubles as a clothing storage tube (yes, really).
Shop celeb-loved packing cubes that help even the most disorganized travelers keep their belongings together, or at the very least, keep their dirty laundry separate.
Plus, discover a clip-on cup holder tray perfect for long road trips, a comfy travel pillow, and a compact steamer that keeps you looking put together no matter where you land.
Did we mention these travel game-changers start at just $6?
Scroll on for affordable travel accessories that make packing (and traveling) so much easier.
A Set of Packing Cubes That Will Transform Your Suitcase
Bagail Packing Cubes (8 Pieces)
"My daughter Sophia always uses cubes for packing and I just feel like that's so organized. It's very very efficient and I'm trying to be much more organized and efficient. This is amazing," raves Kyle Richards.
These packing sets come in 13 colors and they have 17,500+ 5-star Amazon reviews. They were also recommended by Alix Earle and The Bachelorette star Charity Lawson.
- Available colors: 17
- Why It's a Life Saver: Keeps your clothing neat and organized while you travel. Will help you keep dirty clothing separate.
- Shoppers say: "Everything stayed neat and compressed, which saved space in my luggage. Whether you’re packing for yourself or a whole family, this set is a total win."
A Luggage Scale So You Won't Have to Check a Bag
Etekcity Handheld Digital Luggage Scale
This handheld digital luggage scale features a "high-accuracy sensor" that can weigh bags up to 110 pounds. It was made to be super easy to use — all you have to do is hook it onto your suitcase, lift it, and the scale will read it and automatically lock onto the weight.
- Available colors: 6
- Why It's a Life Saver: Helps you know how much your luggage really weighs before you head to the airport.
- Shoppers say: "A great investment if you travel a lot, like I do. It is easy to use and provides an accurate weight measurement. I no longer need to worry if I'm over the 50lb limit when I put my baggage on the airport check-in scale."
A Cup Holder Tray for Long Road Trips
Macally Cup Holder Tray for Car
Eat with ease on the road with this handy tray. It fits into a cup holder and conveniently holds a burger, a phone, your wallet, and more.
- Why It's a Life Saver: Convenient place to rest objects while you drive.
- Shoppers say: "Used it on a two-week road trip and it came in handy the entire trip! Love this thing! I did not put anything real heavy on the tray though. Easy to install and adjust."
A Clothing Steamer So You Always Look Put Together
HiLIFE Steamer for Clothes
This travel-friendly steamer works well on silk, chiffon, cotton, wool, nylon, and more. With a nine-foot power cord and a lightweight design, it's easy to pack in your suitcase or carry in your work bag.
- Available colors: 4
- Why It's a Life Saver: No one wants their outfit ruined by wrinkles. Plus, not everywhere you're going to stay will have an iron!
- Shoppers say: "Overall, a game-changer for anyone who wants crisp, wrinkle-free clothes without dragging out an iron. Highly recommend!"
A Portable Charger to Keep All Your Devices at 100%
INIU Portable Charger
This slim, portable charger can charge up to three USB-C devices at once. Plus, it comes with over 56,000 5-star Amazon reviews.
- Available colors: 4
- Why It's a Life Saver: So you don't have to rely on airport/bus station/train station outlets.
- Shoppers say: "I recently purchased this portable charger, and it has exceeded my expectations! Its ultra-slim design makes it incredibly portable, easily fitting in my pocket and bag, while the 10000mAh capacity provides multiple full charges for my phone."
A Super Soft Travel Blanket & Pillow Combo
EverSnug Travel Blanket and Pillow
Measuring 65 x 40 inches, this super soft travel blanket (that easily folds into a case as a pillow) is a travel must-have. Plus, when it's in the pillowcase, it can easily slip over the handle of your suitcase.
- Available colors: 6
- Why It's a Life Saver: Makes it easy to get some much-needed sleep on a plane, bus, or car.
- Shoppers say: "Bought this for a very long airplane ride, and it was perfect. You can also use it as a pillow if you don’t want to unfold the whole blanket. Soft, cozy, nice material, and very warm."
A $6 Travel Pill Organizer That Won't Take Up Space
Holii Travel Pill Organizer
This pill organizer is perfect for travel, since it has several compartments to separately store medications, vitamins, or pain relievers and won't take up much space.
- Available colors: 5
- Why It's a Life Saver: Short on space? This is small enough that it can fit in some wallets!
- Shoppers say: "I absolutely love this pill box! It’s truly a lifesaver—compact, convenient, and incredibly sturdy. I never have to worry about pills falling out thanks to its secure design."
A Wireless Charging Station for Multiple Apple Devices
Iseyyox Magnetic Wireless Charger for iPhone
Wirelessly charge your Airpods, iPhone, and Apple Watch all at once with this wireless station. And because it's foldable, it's lightweight and super easy to throw in your carry-on.
- Available colors: 6
- Why It's a Life Saver: Wirelessly charge multiple devices at once, in one easy, foldable package.
- Shoppers say: "I recently purchased this charging station for Apple devices, and it's been a game-changer for me, especially when I travel. It works perfectly with all three of my Apple devices: my iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods. The best part is that I no longer need to carry multiple charging cables or scatter my devices around the hotel room to charge them."
A Phone Holder That Easily Mounts to the Seat in Front of You
Perilogics Universal in Flight Airplane Phone Holder Mount
Craning your neck to watch videos on your phone while you fly? Well, quit it! This holder easily mounts to the seat in front of you for easy viewing and conveniently folds when not in use.
- Available colors: 11
- Why It's a Life Saver: Makes it easy to watch videos on your phone while you're flying (and saves your neck).
- Shoppers say: "This phone holder will save your sanity on long flights. I was able to position it and reposition it easily. It holds on to the tray table and the phone really tightly. It packs down to a pretty small size, so it is easy to fit it in your bag. I will use this a lot."
An Apple AirTag for Keeping Track of the Important Stuff
Apple AirTag
Just slip in an Apple AirTag to your luggage, on your pet's collar, in a wallet -- anywhere, really. It'll help you find your lost belongings and give you peace of mind.
- Why It's a Life Saver: Easy to use and can help you track down lost luggage.
- Shoppers say: "The Apple AirTag was an absolute lifesaver on our trip to Europe! We put one in our luggage, and I’m so glad we did because our bag did not arrive with us. Thanks to the precision tracking and real-time location updates through the Find My app, we were able to pinpoint exactly where our bag was, which helped the airline locate it and get it to us much faster."
A Collapsible Water Bottle That Doesn't Take Up Room in Your Bag
E-Senior Collapsible Water Bottle - 20 oz
Tired of lugging a giant water bottle everywhere? Well, check out this collapsible water bottle. It easily folds when it's not full, doesn't leak, and is made of BPA-free silicone.
- Available colors: 14
- Available sizes: 3
- Why It's a Life Saver: Keeps you hydrated and doesn't take up a lot of room in your bag.
- Shoppers say: "I bought this for my trip to Europe, brought it with me everywhere. Easy to use, keeps water decently cold, does not leak and can withstand hiking."
A Bluetooth Transmitter for Wireless In-Flight Entertainment
MEE audio Connect Air in-Flight Bluetooth Wireless Audio Transmitter
There are a few handy uses for this Bluetooth audio transmitter -- it can give you wireless access to your in-flight entertainment, can make it easy for two people to watch the same thing, and more.
- Available colors: 3
- Why It's a Life Saver: Wireless connection to your in-flight entertainment.
- Shoppers say: "Love it for travel! My wife and I can watch movies or listen to music on the plane together. Very useful and worth the money!"
A Tube That You Can Stuff With Clothes & Use as a Travel Pillow
TUBE The Original Pillow You Stuff with Clothes
You can easily stuff up to 3 days worth of clothes into this tube, then zipper it and use it as a comfy travel pillow around your neck. Plus, it easily folds into its own pocket when you're not using it.
- Available colors: 1
- Why It's a Life Saver: Does double duty as a bag and a travel pillow for your neck.
- Shoppers say: "The TUBE Pillow was a savior on my last trip. It held a surprising amount of clothes and doubled as a dirty laundry bag. I used it as an on-the-lap pillow, but it was a tad awkward to maneuver. Still, for extra storage without extra fees, it's worth it!"