25 of The Weirdest Inventions

Trying to figure out 25 of the weirdest inventions is an exercise in futility since like it or not, people think up some crazy stuff. These might have felt practical at the time.

Suntan Vending Machine

Forget the expensive spray tan, just douse yourself with whatever was in this container and away you go. Of course, knowing what’s in the container might be nice.

The Pet Rock

It’s too easy to state that this was a ridiculous idea, especially when it made the inventor so much money. But as far as the weirdest inventions go, it was kind of genius.

The Baby Cage

When the older generations say ‘we survived this’ and call younger generations soft, it’s kind of important to listen. Our parents didn’t always have the greatest ideas.

The Egg Cuber

The 70s were known for some of the weirdest inventions ever. The funny thing is that square eggs weren’t the strangest invention ever.

Dog Tongs

No, this isn’t one of the weirdest inventions to pick up dog poo. It was invented to deter dogs that weren’t wanted in one’s vicinity. Yeah, process that for a moment.

Goofybike

Some of the weirdest inventions were more like novelty items that one might see showcased at a world’s fair or something. Trying to steer this thing would be a nightmare.

MM7 Selektor

The guy was seeking to create an assistant to take care of a few chores. I mean, it’s a sound idea, right?

Milk Fashion

This makes so little sense it’s a wonder that it made it on this list. Fashion made with casein protein, which is found in milk…yeah, I’ve got nothing.

Rain Goggles

Even open-top cars have windshield wipers. But if it’s raining so hard you need these, you probably shouldn’t be driving.

The Baby Mop

Would this count as child neglect? You’re essentially watching a child while using them as a floor mop. I won’t say the most obvious joke…

Honegar

It sounds and looks rather vile, as it’s the combination of honey and apple cider. In theory, it sounds okay, but it does sound as though people are still trying to make it work.

Double Ender

A lot of people have already stopped smoking pipes these days. Do you really feel like sharing one?

CueCat

This feels like an invention that was thought up by someone who had spent way too much time watching the Home Shopping channel. That, or they were on something a little stronger than caffeine when thinking it up.

Power Mower

This was a home entertainment system, a mower, and anything else you needed to remain comfortable while mowing the lawn. It was honestly one of the most ridiculous inventions of all time.

Portable Hat Radio

In all honesty, this invention was ahead of its time, but it needed a lot of refinement. Today we have a lot of items that one could say were derived from this.

Massage Helmet

There’s an issue with having something that manipulates your skull like this. For one, the power source needed is hardly ever small, and a malfunction is bound to have huge ramifications.

Rubber Bumper

That’s all well and good when it comes to keeping people safe. But the problem with this invention is simple: it wouldn’t do much to protect anyone in a serious crash.

Cat-Mew Machine

This machine was meant to simulate the presence of a cat to keep mice and rats away. Even a live cat isn’t a great deterrent.

Doughnut Dunker

Why does a person need another step between themselves and their pastry? It’s kind of easy to guess why this invention tanked.

Cyclomer

Riding your bike and being doused at the same time sounds kind of miserable. Not only that, but the need to fill up the water tanks before riding, and then balancing with all that, feels like a horrible idea.

Dynasphere

One thing you can say is that while people came up with some of the weirdest inventions in the 30s, they didn’t fail to entertain. Still, this doesn’t feel like it would be street-legal.

Butter Protector

If you worry that much about dragging your arm through the butter, there’s a great solution. Move the butter out of the way. I know, mind blown.

Pug Anti-Bandit Bag

It’s important to respect innovation, but sometimes innovation kind of ignores good sense. Having to pack a decoy briefcase and a regular briefcase is more work than most people would want to do.

The Dogbrella

Sure, we all care about our furry friends. But unless you’re that quick, the dog will be shaking that umbrella and scattering water all over once they’re inside.

Edible Spray Paint

What’s next, edible glue? This is the kind of invention that doesn’t make any sense, especially since impressionable kids might mistake a can of the real stuff for this.

Chainsmoker

If one cigarette isn’t enough, this device would allow a person to smoke several at a time. Yeah, lung cancer in half the time, hooray.