Scrub Daddy reviews and discussion

4.7

96% of reviewers would recommend to a friend

Reviews mention

  • Odor-resistant, hygienic foam
  • Scratch-free, effective scrubbing
  • Temperature-responsive cleaning texture
  • Durable, long-lasting performance
  • Occasional shedding, foam fragmentation
  • Bulky, awkward round shape
  • Food-trapping open-cell pores
  • Softens in hot water, reduces grit

Scrub Daddy earns strong reviews for being an effective, long‑lasting scrubber that tackles baked‑on grime without scratching, resists odors, and even shifts texture with water temperature; however, reviewers note durability can vary with heavy use, food can lodge in the pores, and the round shape or thickness can be awkward for some tasks. Overall, Scrub Daddy is considered a good buy for dishes and multi‑surface cleaning, with standouts like Scrub Mommy and Dish Daddy, but a few users prefer softer sponges or wish for greater longevity and eco‑materials.

AI summary based on Thingtesting reviews

2,676 reviews and posts

  • Love these, we don’t buy anything else. Durable and effective.

  • These are the absolute best scrubs for washing your dishes. They are so well thought out. are you silverware will be clean to perfection, as well as your dishes.

  • Great but lifespan could be longer

  • I use these for all types of cleaning! Surfaces, dishes, etc. I love that it is so porous— it feels more sanitary than other sponges. Being able to flex between a softer sponge and a harder sponge makes it perfect for multi-uses. I also love that I can throw it in the dishwasher to clean. I HIGHLY recommend and will never buy another type of sponge.

  • A very sturdy sponge! I’ll never buy a regular sponge again. The one drawback is that if I scrub too hard, the sponge gets damaged. It’s good for every day dish washing, but if you’re trying to get grime off a stubborn pan often, you might need to buy another one sooner than you want. I always find myself using a cheaper sponge so I don’t ruin my scrub daddy faster. I’d still recommend it to every one.

  • I absolutely love my scrub daddy. When I have to get to those pans that have sat just a little to long, it takes no time to clean them. I most definitely will keep buying them.

  • Scrub Daddy really is the best. There is literally no other sponge like it. I love that it doesn’t smell and get all funky and cleans all of my dishes so well! They last much longer than a normal sponge too. Forever my favorite!

  • The scrub daddy design is not only delightful, but also practical. We have the biodegradable coconut fiber version. Easy to manipulate and works great for scrubbing baked on/cheesy/starchy foods. Ours has held up well, I like to run it through the dishwasher frequently.

  • Works really well and as described. Can be a bit rough on your hands.

  • I’ve really loved my scrub daddy and mommy. The only thin I have an issue with is that it needs cold water to be scrubby since I wash my dishes with hot water. Plus hot water would loosen up what I’m trying to scrub so I’m not really getting a full use out if it. I liked the scrub mommy more for the fact that it is actually scrubby on one side and the spongey side is really soft and won't scratch or damage and of my nicer dishes.

  • Does the job and looks good on your sink!

  • outstanding!! i had a stain on my counter and with one scrub. POOF gone. I 10/10 would recommend!

  • Best scrubber ever, cleans up grime and grease easily. Bought multiple times and have never failed us.

  • Best sponges and cleaners out there. Never get a funky smell

    Friends with Scrub Daddy
  • Obviously the best sponges known to man.

  • Cute little sponge, does a great job and does last longer than other sponges it is a little expensive but overall worth the money for the longevity.

  • The Scrub Daddy is a cleaning essential that has transformed my cleaning routine. Its clever design adapts to hot and cold water, providing a gentle touch for dishes and powerful scrubbing for tough messes without scratching surfaces. I especially love it for getting out tough stains on my Le Creuset enamel cookware, it doesn't leave a scratch on the enamel but works really well without too much elbow-grease.

  • Highly recommend scrub daddy Makes clean up fast and easy without scratching and they last longer than normal sponges

  • My preferred sponge to use! The temperature activation (cold water for a stiffer sponge, and warm water for a softer one) is actually very useful, and once it starts to get grimy, just toss it into the dishwasher! It lasts a lot longer than the usual sponge, and is truly worth the it!

  • I used my first scrub daddy for over a year before tossing it! And even then it was still usable. Good price, love what fun shapes and colors they have.