10 Items Retirees Should Buy at Five Below

You might think of Five Below as a place to keep more cash in your wallet by buying household items and toiletries, but it offers much more. You can find home and kitchen items that could cost twice as much or more at other retailers.

Want to have a spa day at home? You can find relaxing and inexpensive face masks. Need help keeping your house clean? Reach for an automatic sweeper. You'll find beauty, electronics, and home decor all in one place — and some items might surprise you.

Here are 10 items you should buy at Five Below that deliver high-end quality at a Five Below price.

Editor's note: Prices and availability are subject to change and may vary by location.

Price: $4.00

Start your mornings or end your days with a relaxing ritual. This sound bowl resembles something you might find in a high-end wellness boutique, but you can snag one for just $4.00 at Five Below.

Sound bowls, sometimes called singing bowls, are traditionally used in meditation and sound therapy practices, producing a resonant tone when struck or rubbed with a mallet along the rim. 

A mini version like this is small enough to keep on a nightstand or desk, making it easy to work a brief moment of mindfulness into a busy morning or wind down before bed without needing a dedicated meditation space. 

Full-size singing bowls at wellness or home goods stores often run $20 to $50 or more, so picking one up for $4 is a low-commitment way to try the practice before investing in a larger bowl.

Price: $2.00

Skip the expensive spa day and pamper yourself at home instead. Pick up a few of these indulgent face masks at Five Below for $2.00 each, and set up a relaxing, serene facial at home.

Sheet masks like these are typically soaked in a serum designed to hydrate, brighten or soothe skin, and they're meant for single use, so buying a few at once lets you build a small rotation for different moods or skin needs. 

A spa treatment with a similar mask can run $20 or more per session, while a single-use sheet mask at a specialty beauty retailer often costs $4 to $8 on its own, making the $2 price point a clear discount even before accounting for the time and travel saved by doing it at home. 

For best results, most sheet masks recommend leaving them on for 15 to 20 minutes before removing and gently patting in any leftover serum.

Price: $5.00

Sometimes a little bit of magnification makes a big difference when you're getting ready, or even shaving or tweezing. Luckily, you don't have to go to a beauty supply store to find a light-up vanity mirror. Instead, you can buy one for $5.

Being cordless means the mirror runs on batteries rather than needing to be plugged in, so it can sit anywhere on a counter or vanity without worrying about outlet access. 

LED-lit vanity mirrors like this are popular for tasks that need close-up detail, such as applying makeup, plucking eyebrows or checking for stray hairs, since the built-in light reduces shadows compared with relying on overhead bathroom lighting alone. 

Similar battery-powered, light-up mirrors at beauty or department stores commonly sell for $15 to $30 or more, so getting one for $5 is a meaningful discount for a bathroom or travel accessory.

Price: $8.00

If you lose more pairs of earbuds than you keep, it makes sense to buy them somewhere like Five Below. You might not expect to buy earbuds here, but you'll be glad to pay just $8.

True wireless earbuds like these typically pair via Bluetooth and come with a compact charging case, so there's no wire connecting the two earpieces to get tangled in a bag or pocket. 

Because they're inexpensive, they can work well as a backup pair for the gym, yard work or situations where a pricier set might get lost, damaged or sweated on. 

Name-brand wireless earbuds at electronics retailers often start around $30 to $50 for entry-level models, and can run well over $100 for premium options, so an $8 pair is a low-risk way to have a spare on hand.

Price: $5.55

The cost can add up quickly when you're redecorating your guest room for friends and family to visit. But if you find affordable items like this scallop rope tray, you can make it look magazine-worthy on a shoestring budget. 

At just $5.55, this tray looks exactly like one you'd get at an elegant boutique.

Woven paper rope trays like this one are a common feature in coastal or natural-fiber home decor, prized for their textured, handmade look.

A tray with a scalloped edge can double as a catch-all for keys and jewelry on a dresser, a centerpiece base for candles on a dining table, or a bathroom organizer for soaps and lotions.

Comparable woven trays at home decor boutiques or specialty retailers often sell for $20 to $40, so finding one for $5.55 is a big savings on a piece that can pull a room's look together.

Price: $5.55

Place this storage bin in a bedroom or on a kitchen counter. It has a pretty, organic look that dupes similar bins you'd get at coastal-inspired retailers. But you'll only pay $5.55 for it at Five Below.

A cotton rope and natural fiber storage bin like this works well for organizing smaller items that don't have an obvious home, such as hair accessories, remote controls, mail or kids' toys, and its open-weave texture gives it a softer look than plastic or metal storage bins.

Because it's lightweight, it's easy to move between rooms as organizing needs change, whether that's the bathroom, entryway or living room.

Similar natural-fiber bins at coastal- or boho-inspired home retailers often sell for $15 to $30, making the $5.55 price a clear savings for a similar look and function.

Price: $5.00

If you want a hands-free style, this stand props up your phone while the mirror helps you check your vibe. No one will ever guess you found it at Five Below for only $5.00.

A phone stand like this is useful for hands-free video calls, watching videos, or following a recipe in the kitchen while keeping both hands free to cook.

Adding a mirror gives it a second function, letting you do a quick appearance check before a call or before heading out the door, without needing a separate stand and mirror taking up counter or desk space.

The wavy shape leans into a current home decor trend, giving it a more decorative look than a purely functional plastic stand, and similar decorative phone stands at trendier home goods retailers can cost $15 to $25 or more.

Price: $5.55

This cotton rug is the perfect size for a foyer or kitchen, and the price is unbeatable. The vintage-inspired print looks like a dupe of pieces from timeless home retailers that would cost hundreds, yet you'll only pay $5.55.

Cotton rugs like this one are typically machine washable, which makes them a practical choice for high-traffic spots like an entryway or kitchen where spills and tracked-in dirt are common.

Their flat weave also makes them easy to fold or roll for storage during a deep clean or when switching up a room's layout.

Vintage-inspired printed rugs have become a popular home decor trend recently, with similar patterns and sizes at boutique home retailers often priced well over $100, so a $5.55 rug offers a comparable look for a fraction of the cost, even if it may not hold up quite as long under heavy daily wear.

Price: $7.00

Whether you take time each morning for stretching and restorative yoga or add more weight-based training to your routine, a yoga mat is one of the most versatile fitness items you can buy. 

It's even better when you only pay $7.00 for one.

A basic yoga mat like this provides a cushioned, non-slip surface for stretching, floor exercises, or setting up a dedicated at-home workout space without investing in a full home gym.

Beyond yoga, mats like this are commonly used for Pilates, bodyweight strength training, and stretching routines before or after a run or workout. Standard yoga mats at sporting goods or specialty fitness retailers typically start around $15 to $25 for an entry-level option, and can run much higher for mats with extra cushioning or eco-friendly materials, so a $7 mat is a solid budget pick for anyone just getting started or wanting a spare for travel.

Price: $7.00

Pickleball is all the rage, but equipment costs can add up. You don't need to spend a mint to hit the court, particularly if you buy this paddle from Five Below. It's only $7.

Entry-level pickleball paddles like this one are a good way for beginners to try the sport without committing to the higher price tags of performance paddles used by more serious players, which are often made from advanced composite or carbon fiber materials designed for better control and power. 

Because pickleball has grown quickly in popularity, many community centers, parks and dedicated clubs now offer courts, so a low-cost paddle makes it easy to join a friend or family member for a casual game without a big upfront investment. 

Competitive paddles can run from $50 to well over $150, so a $7 paddle suits casual or occasional players rather than frequent competitive use.

Five Below can also be one of your best grocery shopping hacks. You can find all kinds of snacks here, from chips to brownies to ramen. Grab Oreos for the grandkids when they visit, or Pringles for a salty craving. 

You might not be able to get all of your groceries at Five Below, but you can add on all your favorite guilty pleasures.

Beyond snacks, Five Below has expanded well past its original dollar-store roots to include seasonal decor, party supplies, tech accessories, and even small furniture pieces, all typically priced at $5 or less, with some higher-priced items now going up to around $25. 

Checking back regularly can pay off, since inventory turns over often and trending items tend to sell out quickly.