Shark Tank is a popular reality show where entrepreneurs pitch their business ideas to a panel of successful investors. While some of these pitches result in successful partnerships and lucrative businesses, others are complete failures. In this article, we’ll take a look at the five stupidest products ever pitched on Shark Tank, products that left the judges and viewers scratching their heads in confusion.

1. Ionic Ear 

The Ionic Ear was pitched by entrepreneur Rich Robinson, who claimed that the device could turn a person’s teeth into a speaker. The judges were skeptical from the start, and their doubts only grew when Robinson demonstrated the product, which consisted of a large, clunky headset that sat on the user’s shoulder. The Ionic Ear was quickly dismissed as a ridiculous and impractical idea, and Robinson left the show without a deal.

2. UroClub 

The UroClub was pitched as a discreet way for men to relieve themselves on the golf course without having to leave the game. The product was essentially a hollowed-out golf club with a removable cap that could be used as a urinal. The judges were horrified by the product, with Barbara Corcoran asking, “What kind of guy wants to pee into a club?” The UroClub failed to secure any investments, and it remains one of the show’s most ridiculous pitches.

3. The Sullivan Generator 

The Sullivan Generator was pitched by entrepreneur John Sullivan, who claimed that the device could generate free electricity by harnessing the power of the earth’s rotation. The judges were immediately skeptical, and their doubts were confirmed when they saw the device, which was a small box with a fan inside. Despite Sullivan’s claims, the Sullivan Generator was widely criticized as a scam and failed to attract any investors.

4. The Hanukkah Tree Topper 

The Hanukkah Tree Topper was pitched by entrepreneur Morri Chowaiki, who claimed that it was the perfect way to celebrate both Christmas and Hanukkah. The product was essentially a Star of David-shaped tree topper with a built-in dreidel. The judges were unimpressed by the product, with Mark Cuban saying, “This is a solution to a problem that doesn’t exist.” The Hanukkah Tree Topper failed to secure any investments and was widely criticized for being culturally insensitive.

5. Plate Topper 

The Plate Topper was pitched as a way to keep food fresh by sealing plates with a plastic lid. The judges were initially impressed by the product’s potential, but their enthusiasm quickly waned when they saw the actual product, which was a large, cumbersome plastic lid that was difficult to use and store. The Plate Topper failed to secure any investments, and it remains one of the show’s most ridiculous and impractical pitches.