15 Things Rich People Buy That Improve Their Quality of Life

Quality of life purchases
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The joy you get out of a subtle appliance upgrade or investing in a gadget that streamlines your life is unlike any other. If you’re rich, however, these little life investments are on an entirely different playing field, making it obvious that money might be able to buy at least a glimmer of happiness after all. Rich Redditors sounded off about some of the purchases they’ve made that improved their lives, and we’ve rounded up the best ones below.

It’s the ‘If I Like It, I’ll Buy Two’ Mentality

A modern laundry room with two white washing machines, a plant in a pot, and wicker baskets.
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FabrikaCr/istockphoto

“Multiples of anything important. After moving into a large house having a laptop in most rooms instead of a single one has greatly improved my QOL and productivity. Multiple AirPods. Portable vacuums in every room. Air filters in each room. Room AC units to cut HVAC costs. Multiple fridges and filtered water dispensers throughout the house. Secure the secondary entrance and driveway for delivery and maintenance so they can’t get into the whole property. Two dishwashers to alternate as the dirty and clean rack.” – u/mathrufker

*Add to Cart*

Young successful girl getting out of a private jet parked on a runway. She is using a mobile phone.
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“Private air travel. Toddler has a little more freedom and can play on the floor. It shaves off so much travel time skipping the airport and rental car check-in. Sometimes smaller airports are closer to the destination. There’s less stress about germs while traveling but I still antibacterial wipe my seatbelt button and armrests.” – u/kittycatsfoilhats

What’s Wrong With Toilet Paper?

Modern toilet with technological customization in Tokyo, Japan.
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powerofforever/istockphoto

“Toto bidet toilet. Now the old way is so gross.” – u/RichWhiteBrother

When in Doubt, Hire Someone

Latin cook serving food to clients at table during private dinner at home. Chef serving sushi to stylish group of people.
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carles miro/istockphoto

“For the uber-rich, [if] time is a priority, I would think you would have staff (cook, nanny, personal assistant, trainer, private plane, driver).” – u/Relative-Eagle3179

The Best Things Aren’t Always Things

Business people are analyzing and planning business. Business Strategy Consulting
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business/istockphoto

“The two most valuable things I bought aren’t actually things at all. My corporate accountant and my corporate financial planner afford me the ability to make more money, which allowed me to hire more employees, which now allows me the freedom to choose when I work.” – u/Dynastar19800

Good Sleep Is Important

Top view of modern bedroom interior with gray walls, concrete floor, loft window and gray master bed with white and wooden bedside table. 3d rendering
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ismagilov/istockphoto

“Eight Sleep Mattress – actively cooled mattress loaded with health sensors and smart health features. Absolute game changer for sleep quality. Cost: about $3k.” – u/kvoathe88

Throw in a Popcorn Machine and We’re Sold

Home Movie Theater
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Mary MeCshell Moore - Butler/istockphoto

“Home Movie Theater – 4K projector, 145” screen, in-wall/ceiling Dolby Atmos 7.2.4 surround sound, theater seating. Seriously a nicer private viewing experience than most commercial movie theaters. Cost: about $30k, but can be done quite nicely at entry level for as little as $10k.” – u/kvoathe88

Embrace Your Inner Samurai 

Top view of a two caucasian human hands holding a kitchen knife and cutting zucchini on a wooden cutting board. The cutting board is at the center of the image on a grey kitchen tabletop and it is surrounded by vegan ingredients like carrots, onion, broccoli, eggplants, basil, garlic, olive oil, rosemary and a bell pepper. Low key DSLR photo taken with Canon EOS 6D Mark II and Canon EF 24-105 mm f/4L
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carlosgaw/istockphoto

“I LOVE having a good sharp knife when I cook. It makes everything so much easier and is a much more cathartic experience. I particularly like my Wusthof and Shun knives. I’ve also got a butcher Ho Ching Kee that glides through prep.” – u/BookishRoughneck

No Room for One Trick Ponies

Robotic vacuum cleaner on wood parquet floor, Smart vacuum, new automate technology housework.Robotic vacuum cleaner on wood parquet floor, Smart vacuum, new automate technology housework.Robotic vacuum cleaner on wood parquet floor, Smart vacuum, new automate technology housework.
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coffeekai/istockphoto

“The robo vacuum that also mops is a good one.” – u/NoDrama3756

Bottled Water Is for Peasants

House Water Filtration System In The Backyard
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onurdongel/istockphoto

“Whole house water filtration system: so many idiots spend tons of money on water. Just establish a safe and stable water filtration system at home. It’s under $1,000 for most simple cases.” – u/Nockenwellensteuerun

Because No One Wants To Wake Up Stupid

Black female lying in bed and turning off digital alarm clock after awakening early in morning in dark room
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David-Prado/istockphoto

“The Philips SmartSleep wake-up light is my favorite QoL purchase of the last year — even more than my cleaning lady, Roomba, or meal delivery service which is saying a lot!” – u/fulanita_de_tal

Buying Power

Senior Adult air conditioner Technician/Electrician services outdoor AC unit and the Gas Generator.
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LifestyleVisuals/istockphoto

“A propane-powered generator with a buried 500 or more gallon tank capable of running everything electrical in your house at the same time.” – u/BoS_Vlad

Not a Worry in the World

Wooden sauna in a modern luxurious bathroom.
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imaginima/istockphoto

“Sauna and steam shower at home. Private chef when feeling burnt out from cooking. Live-in house manager who deals with everything from shopping, maintenance, cleaning, etc.” – u/happymax78

Sustainable Spending

Raw organic farmers box on domestic garden.
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alle12/istockphoto

“Beautiful garden raised beds – I love gardening and have fresh herbs and produce. Gets me very excited in the morning and for cooking dinner, and gets me eating more vegetables.” – u/logicbound

There’s No Place Like Home

Interior of modern light gym is well-equipped with modern machines and fitness gear, offering a functional and comfortable space for workouts- 3D rendering
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Vanit Janthra/istockphoto

“Home gym is a big must!!” – u/Helleboring

Author
Rachel Schneider

Rachel is a Michigan-based writer with a bachelor’s degree in Professional Writing and English. Throughout her career, she has dabbled in a variety of subject matter from finance and higher education to lifestyle pieces and food writing. She also enjoys writing stories based on social media trends. Find her on Instagram @rachel.schneider922