If your TikTok algorithm strays toward travel, you’ve probably seen plenty of influencers touting their in-flight “essentials,” like silicone bottle covers, plastic makeup boxes, and collapsible suitcases.Here at Wirecutter, we try to strike a delicate balance. We’re generally skeptical of gadgets but love discovering well-built, quality gear that solves specific problems or — in the case of travel — makes you feel more at home on the road.While you probably don’t need most of the hundreds of travel gadgets you’ve seen online, we have found some that actually work.All of the products below have been either thoroughly tested by our experts or are personally beloved by our staff. You don’t need everything in this list, but that one special item just might solve your most pressing travel woe.