Every day, we scroll through millions of TikToks and Reels, subconsciously saving ideas and adding things to our ever-growing online carts — especially when it comes to tech. Smartwatches and wellness rings no longer surprise anyone; we have moved well beyond that.

And now, the promise is bigger. Devices that claim to “wake up” your skin, fix your posture where workouts and massages fall short, or even help you breathe properly again — without surgery.

But what is actually worth it and what is just noise?

We don’t have all the answers, but we have done the groundwork for you — call it a solid 90%. We looked into real user experiences and spoke to people who actually use these tools, breaking down what is worth budgeting for next payday, and where you can probably save your money.

What is it?

Microcurrent devices use low-level electrical currents to stimulate the facial muscles, helping to gently lift and tone the skin over time.

They also require a conductive gel — without it, they won’t work as they should and can feel slightly uncomfortable on the skin.

Online feedback:

Microcurrent devices can vary quite a bit from brand to brand, but the names that tend to come up most often are Foreo, NuFACE, and newer K-beauty brands like Medicube (if you have spent any time on TikTok, you have likely come across them).

Foreo tends to receive the most consistent praise — many users report noticing a lifting effect fairly quickly, sometimes even within the first week.

Medicube is also well-liked, though there is a bit more scepticism around its marketing-heavy approach — the promises can feel quite dramatic, while the results are generally good, just nothing particularly standout.

Price range: 800–1,700 AED, plus the cost of the gel required for use.

The verdict:

9/10 — works well, but requires consistent use and doesn’t offer any lasting effect once you stop.

Important note: Microcurrent devices are generally not recommended for those with metal implants or certain types of dental work. In cases such as retainers (small wires fixed behind the teeth), it is best to check directly with the brand whether they are safe to use.

What is it?

Upright GO 2 is a small device that sticks to your upper back (around the collarbone area), connects to your phone via an app, and vibrates whenever your posture isn’t straight enough — essentially training you to sit or stand properly.

Online comments:

The feedback is pretty split. One side says it genuinely works and helps build better posture habits over time. The other isn’t so much against the idea itself, but questions the quality — saying the device can be inconsistent or even defective depending on the unit.

Price range: 300–600 AED, depending on the store and delivery specifics.

The verdict:

6/10 — mainly because the quality feels a bit like a gamble: weather you get a working one or a defective.

What is it?

An electric toothbrush is a device that uses rapid vibrations or rotating movements to clean your teeth more effectively than a manual brush. Depending on the brand, the experience can vary — from the type of motion the brush uses to added features like gum massage, built-in timers, and pressure sensors.

Online comments:

Electric toothbrushes are probably one of those categories with an overwhelming number of options. There isn’t one standout “miracle” brand — but names like Oral-B, Xiaomi, and other mid-to-high range options are consistently mentioned.

One thing that comes up quite often, especially from dentists sharing advice online, is the preference for round brush heads over oval ones, as they tend to follow the natural shape of the tooth more closely.

Price range: 200–1,000 AED

The verdict:

7/10 — works well, but doesn’t feel significantly different from a regular toothbrush.

What is it?

A smart scale is a digital scale that, in addition to measuring weight, tracks metrics such as body fat percentage, muscle mass, water levels, and sometimes even things like bone density or metabolic age.

Online feedback:

The feedback on smart scales is generally quite good, with one recurring theme: most people don’t actually need all the extra metrics that come with more advanced models. They are nice to look at, but not exactly essential.

What people do care about is consistency — something that gives you the same reading every time and actually syncs without any drama. If your scale covers the basics (weight, body fat, BMI) and doesn’t glitch, that is already about 90% of what you need.

Sometimes, simple and reliable wins over something packed with features that you will probably stop checking after a week anyway.

Price range: 150–2,000 AED

Verdict:

7/10 — it gives a general overview, but doesn’t match the accuracy or detail of gym measurements.

What is it?

Magnetic nose clips are small devices made up of two magnetic pieces that sit on either side of the nose, gently opening up the nasal passages to make breathing easier. They are often marketed as a way to improve airflow and reduce snoring.

Online feedback:

While my own experience with them wasn’t great, the online feedback is surprisingly split.

One group (very much where I fall) says they simply don’t work. The other — especially people dealing with constant nasal issues — claim they do help, particularly at night when the nose tends to get more blocked.

Price range: 50–200 AED

The verdict:

4/10 — and those 4 points are mostly for the online feedback, where some people do say they work well.