21 Things Under $50 (Part 2) lists 21 inexpensive household upgrades—from soft‑close toilet seats and microwave bowl covers to car window shades and magnetic 360 charging cables—focused on practicality, child safety, and longevity. Examples include a $15 folding step stool, a $23 Oxo grill set, collapsible drying racks to avoid dryer lint damage, and a food thermometer to ensure proper cooking.