Cheap but useful purchases you loved

[Alan]

Think back to those budget-friendly purchases that surprised you with their usefulness.
What’s that one cheap item from the last year that you’ve come to rely on in your toolbox, workshop, or daily life?

 

[Wattsinyourface]

Got this $5 magnetic tray on a lark, thought it was whatever.
But dang, it's caught so many screws and bolts, it's unreal.
Total lifesaver when things get messy.

 

[mudrooster]

Snagged some cheap digital calipers last year. Thought they'd be kinda cool, but now I use them all the time.
Super quick and accurate, makes measuring way easier.

 

[Madmagnet]

Picked up a $3 spring clamp as a spare. I end up using it for everything now holding metal, helping with cuts, even as a quick clamp. Cheapest thing I own, but probably use it the most.