Comments on: You Tell Me: As Seen on TV?

By: DDFD at DivorcedDadFrugalDad.com

DDFD at DivorcedDadFrugalDad.com — Tue, 12 May 2009 00:51:27 +0000

I have never bought these items from a TV ad, but someone is buying it or they wouldn't keep advertising them . . . I usually find a cheaper, yet effective, alternative at Wal-Mart . . . DDFD at DivorcedDadFrugalDad.com’s last blog post..Doing the Unpleasant . . .

By: bob

bob — Mon, 11 May 2009 18:52:23 +0000

I can’t help but feel that most of those “As seen on TV” gadgets are really crappily made. I see loads of them at the local Salvation Army or Goodwill store and honestly, its amazing that they look as good as they do on TV because some of them seem way too cheaply made, even for $10.

By: Bri

Bri — Mon, 11 May 2009 18:22:40 +0000

I was super excited to buy ShamWow to replace paper towels, but I was super disappointed in how they worked…which was not at all. They kind of absorb liquid spills, but they don’t pick up all the water. They leave a film on the surface of everything.

By: Abigail

Abigail — Mon, 11 May 2009 06:47:08 +0000

Thank you, Meg @ FruWiki! Why does no one seem to realize that friggin Snuggies are just ROBES ON BACKWARDS! They're a little longer, fine. Go buy a GUY'S robe, ladies. That said, Attack of the Show on G4 often tests similar seen-on-TV products. I recall they tested the ShamWow and one imitator. Both did decently, but one did better than the other. I think it was the second one. I bet they have clips in an archive on the AOTS website, if you looked. (For Snuggies and similar, they actually got guys to put on the things and then sit in cold storage for a few minutes. It was pretty hilarious AND informative. I never thought the dryer balls were for reducing dryer time. But they would be a good alternative to dryer sheets if you're like my husband and are chemical sensitive. Good to know that there are mixed reviews out there, though. Abigail’s last blog post..I spent $105 on clothes

By: Matthew

Matthew — Sun, 10 May 2009 14:24:49 +0000

I bought an “express gourmet food processor” in 2002. It’s perfect for finely chopping onions without dealing with the fumes and without pureeing the whole thing to a liquid mess. Plus, it’s a lot quicker than chopping them by hand.

The container on it cracked when it fell off the counter one day so I bought a second one. It lasted another three years until (you guessed it) the container cracked again falling off the counter so last week I replaced it and bought two more (reserving them for the future).

In essence, here is a product which I know has a flaw, but provides so much added value that I’m willing to “stock up” on them in case they stop selling them.

By: D

Sun, 10 May 2009 00:48:30 +0000

I definitely agree with you! Some products are great and do save you money and time! For example I have some of those Debbie Meyer Green Bags (I got on clearance at Bed Bath + Beyond) and they definitely are a money saver, and frugal, and time saving! They’ve kept my produce much longer. I also have a version of the snuggie and I love it! It works perfect for me! I love it and it helped lower my heating costs in the winter!! :D

By: TStrump

TStrump — Sat, 09 May 2009 23:08:17 +0000

I purchases the sham wow and they actually work really well. I generally don't buy these products unless I actually feel they will do the job. TStrump’s last blog post..Car Sharing

By: Lara One

Lara One — Sat, 09 May 2009 16:39:58 +0000

About 2 years ago, I purchased 2 packs of the blue rubber dryer balls at the drug store on sale. They have paid for themselves several times over. They do not shorten dryer time, but they do eliminate the need for pricey dryer sheets. Also, our neighborhood covnents prohibits hanging clothes outside, so we have to use the dryer all year long.

I see how a rubber dryer ball could break open. Mine are well made and very solid. THe only problem I have is that sometimes when I open the dryer, they jump out and bounce across the floor. I do find that catching a dryer ball is a lot more fun that paying a bundle for fabric softener.

By: As Seen on TV - Does Save-A-Blade Work?

As Seen on TV - Does Save-A-Blade Work? — Sat, 09 May 2009 11:01:04 +0000

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By: Melissa S

Melissa S — Fri, 08 May 2009 23:59:38 +0000

We just bought the Big City Slider Station. My 8 yr old has been wanting to get this for his Dad since Christmas - so we just got him one for his birthday. We like it. They don't look as 'pretty' as Billy May's on TV, but we have enjoyed it! Melissa S’s last blog post..SOCCER STARTS AGAIN