You’ve probably heard the discouraging sentiment that most New Year’s resolutions fail.
At The Filter US, we’re on a mission to disprove this notion, sharing the best products for hitting your goals – including reducing screen time, starting a fitness routine, and traveling somewhere new.
And your favorite purchases of the month signal that you’re on track to hit your New Year’s intentions. Below are 12 of the products you all purchased most in January, according to the aggregate anonymized data we have access to, including a game-changing piece of equipment for sneaking in an ab workout and a phone-free activity perfect for staying offline.
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Saint Viviana Non-Alcoholic Sauvignon Blanc
This month, you opted for alternatives to your evening glass of wine. And of the ones we recommended in January, the most-loved was this non-alcoholic sauvignon blanc with notes of melon, grapefruit and gooseberry. It’s adored by wine expert Oset Babür-Winter for pairing with roast chicken or cheese.
Bedsure Gentlesoft Bubble Faux Fur Blanket
In January, you adored this this affordable dupe of the buzzy Lola blanket. Tested and recommended by Filter US contributor Jon Chan, it’s “just as soft and warm, while costing less than half”. (The Lola blanket costs $275.)
Anker Nano 45 W battery with smart display
Collectively, one of your worst fears must be a dead phone, and I don’t blame you. Among the five gadgets tech journalist Prakar Khanna test-drived at the 2026 Consumer Electronics Show, this portable charger was your favorite. Anker’s small but mighty charger is “enough to bring an iPhone 17 from zero to 50% battery in 20 minutes”, and features a high-tech display.
SPRI flat resistance bands
Personal trainer Marissa Miller deemed these versatile resistance bands a must-have for a home gym set-up in her guide to workout equipment. Many of you must’ve cancelled your pricey gym membership because they were one of your most purchased products of the entire month.
$10.36 at AmazonWinter glove combo
You’ve all leaned into the Gorpcore aesthetic this past month, making this glove combo – sold at military surplus reseller McGuire Army Navy and Home Depot – your favorite winter weather staple of January.
Recommended by Filter US editor Nick Mokey, this combo allows you to complete your to-do list without the restrictions of a bulkier pair of gloves. Mokey uses his duo for biking, driving, and even “thumbing open dog-poop bags on soggy predawn dog walks”.
Bero non-alcoholic beer variety pack
In December, we shared our favorite wine subscriptions. But in January, we took a break from booze, recommending our favorite non-alcoholic wines and beers. Of the 25 picks, this craft brew variety pack from Bero was your favorite – a brand loved by Filter US contributor Beth Demmon for its “simple but classic styles”.
Kent 16T Tortoise Fine Tooth and Wide Tooth Comb
Was a new haircare routine at the top of your 2026 to-do list? Of all of the products we shared throughout January, the Kent comb was your most shopped. This “durable British classic” came recommended by Filter US contributor Josh Patterson, who found his hair “felt smoother and less pulled” after swapping his cheaper comb for this plastic-free fan-favorite made from cellulose acetate – the same plant-derived material many glasses frames are made from.
Handy Laundry dryer balls
Does your dryer leave your sweaters staticky and your socks stiff? Luckily, Dryer balls are an affordable solution. Many of you must have some pretty lousy dryers (myself included) or were ready to get rid of that box of dryer sheets, as this bundle of wool balls was among the top purchases.
CAP Barbell Abdominal Wheel
Few of you are skipping your ab workouts lately. Instead of holding planks or putting your poor back through rounds of sit-ups, you opted for this abdominal wheel that Miller recommends (along with the resistant bands above) for building “serious core strength”.
MZOO sleep mask
We’re not sure if many of you had New Year’s resolutions to get better rest or you’re just booking too many late-night flights, but this sleep mask was still a favorite in January. After taking first prize in our list of 2025 reader favorites, the “Goldilocks of masks” continues to woo many of you in 2026.
Flip 7 card game
With the holiday vibes winding down, many of you retired your 1,000-piece jigsaw puzzles and hours-long Monopoly games for this travel-friendly card game. Flip 7 was the most purchased game of the month, and just so happens to be a great candidate to add to your first analog bag.
$7.97 at Amazon $7.97 at WalmartAmazon Essentials 4-piece packing cubes
Many of you must have big travel plans for 2026. But when it came to travel gear, you were all about affordability. Of the 26 packing cubes tested by Filter US contributor Les Chu, this budget-friendly set was your favorite: “If cheap and no-frills are what you’re after, this four-piece set does the job.”
Before you go: our five most well-loved products
The best glass food storage containers: Anyday 2-Cup Glass Round Dish Multipack
The best minimalist phone charger: Counterpart Retractable Charger
The best instant coffee: llly Instant Coffee
The best travel pillow with side support: Trtl travel pillow
The only hair comb you’ll ever need: Kent 16T Tortoise Fine Tooth and Wide Tooth Comb
