These Items Won at the 2019 Product of the Year Awards
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Raise your hand if you’ve ever felt overwhelmed at the grocery store. Sometimes it seems that there are too many products to choose from. And with each brand claiming it’s the best, consumers can have a hard time deciding what to buy. That’s where the Product of the Year Awards come in. For over 30 years, the survey has aimed to “Guide consumers to the best products in their market and reward manufacturers for quality and innovation.” This year’s awards span a variety of categories—including food, home, and health—and are based on the votes of over 40,000 shoppers; though, this is not to be confused with Reader’s Digest‘s own Most Trusted Brands in America. Ready to meet the winners?
Gold Emblem abound White Cheddar Flavored Bite-sized Quinoa & Rice Cakes
Snack lovers, rejoice! These white cheddar quinoa cakes were voted the best better-for-you snack.
ALDI Specially Selected Sliced Sourdough Round
As if we need any more reasons to love Aldi. Their sliced sourdough round was named best of the bread category.
Available in Aldi stores.
Java House Cold Brew—Dual Use Liquid Pods
For a mid-afternoon pick-me-up, turn to these cold brew pods. Voted the best-caffeinated product, each pod can be served over ice or brewed in a single-serve coffeemaker.
Butterfinger
Looks like Butterfinger’s new recipe is a hit with shoppers. It won the top prize in the candy bar category.
BUSH’S Savory Beans
On a busy night, there’s nothing better than a can of beans to jumpstart a quick, healthy meal. These savory varieties—including Black Bean Fiesta, Southern Style White Beans, New Orleans Style Red Beans, and Southwestern Style Pinto Bean—won the convenience meal category.
OREO THINS BITES
We didn’t think Oreos could get any better. But we were wrong. These winners in the cookie category are slimmed down then dipped in fudge.
Cooked Perfect Fresh Meatballs
We love grandma’s signature meatballs, but on a weeknight, her scratch-made recipe just isn’t feasible. These refrigerated meatballs are a good substitute (and the winner of the fresh entrée category). Add these healthiest foods you can find at the grocery store to your list too.
Available in select grocery stores.
Tic Tac Gum
These little nuggets look like the classic mints we know and love, but they’re actually chewy! This new product took home the top honors in the gum category.
ZYN
Hydrate your way to better health with the winner of the healthy beverage category. These infusion drinks from ZYN® boast 200 mg of “anti-inflammatory and antioxidant healing power” in every bottle.
Kinder Joy
Keep your little ones happy with the winner of the kids novelty snack category. This sweet treat combines everything a child loves in one tiny package.
Idahoan Family Size Flavored Mashed Potatoes
Enjoy the ultimate comfort food at any time. This winner of the side dish category boasts enough potato-y goodness to satisfy your entire family.
ALDI Earth Grown Chickenless Patties or Tenders
Even meat eaters will appreciate the winner of the vegetarian entrée category. These chickenless patties and tenders will fool even the biggest carnivore.
Available in Aldi stores.
ALDI Intermingle Red Blend
Relax after a long day with this wine category winner. An exclusive for Aldi, the medium-dry red wine is perfect for pairing with grilled meats or chicken. Find some more things you should always buy at Aldi.
Available in Aldi stores.
Air Wick Essential Mist
Give your home a signature scent with this essential oil mister (that won the air care category!). If storebought air fresheners aren’t your thing, try these stovetop potpourris instead.
FINISH Max-in-1 POWERBALL
What’s the point of having a dishwasher if it doesn’t actually clean your dishes? These powerful gels won the top prize in the automatic dish care category and promise to leave your dishes sparkling.
Rain-X Waterless Car Wash & Rain Repellent
A car wash without water? Yep, it’s possible. This top performer in the car care category promises to clean your vehicle AND make it water repellent.
FINISH Jet-Dry
Skip the drying step when you go to unload the dishwasher. Winner of the dish booster category, this formula promises to dry “100% better than detergent alone on plastics and cutlery.”
Comfort Zone Calming Vest for Dogs
Does Fido freak out during thunderstorms or fireworks displays? This calming vest (which won the dog care category) can help. It’s designed to apply constant pressure to help your pet feel calm and safe.
Scrubbing Bubbles Bubbly Bleach Gel Toilet Bowl Cleaner
Cleaning the toilet is definitely on the top of our “Most Dreaded Chores” list. This household cleaning category winner makes it a little more bearable. Check out some natural ways to clean your home, too.
Reynolds KITCHENS Quick Cut Plastic Wrap
Plastic wrap is great—when you can actually remove it from the roll! Winner of the household essentials category this “quick cut” is frustration-free.
Purex Crystals New & Improved Formula
Taking home the top prize in the laundry booster category, these fragrant crystals will help your laundry look (and smell!) its best.
Dawn Platinum
Hello, cleaner dishes; goodbye, scrubbing—thanks to this winner of the liquid dish soap category.
Tide Fresh Coral Blast
An upgraded formula was the reason this detergent won the liquid laundry category. Plus, its fresh scent is hard to resist.
Playtex Simply Gentle Glide
Winner of the feminine care category, these tampons are simple, gentle and reliable.
CONTOUR NEXT ONE Smart Meter and App System
Managing diabetes has never been easier, thanks to this smart meter and app system that won the healthy systems category.
Crest Gum Detoxify
Keep your teeth (and gums) healthy with this top performer in the oral care category.
Honu Sunscreen
Inspired by the Hawaiian sea turtle, this smart sunscreen has a wand design that allows users to reach (and protect!) every inch of their shells…err, skin. It’s no wonder it took home top prize in the skin protection category.
Note: Every product is independently selected by our editors. If you buy something through our links, we may earn an affiliate commission.
