Scrub Daddy reviews and discussion

4.7

96% of reviewers would recommend to a friend

Reviews mention

  • Temperature-reactive, effective foam
  • Odor-resistant, hygienic construction
  • Scratch-free, versatile scrubbing
  • Clever, ergonomic smile design
  • Occasional shedding durability issues
  • Bulky, awkward hand fit
  • Food-trapping porous texture
  • Too soft in hot water

Scrub Daddy earns rave reviews for cleaning performance and versatility, with users replacing traditional sponges thanks to durable scrubbers that don’t smell, adapt firmness with water temperature, and safely tackle everything from nonstick pans to glass stovetops and bathrooms. Reviews also flag weaknesses: some scrubbers shed or tear within weeks, can be too stiff or bulky, struggle with hot‑water scrubbing needs, trap food in pores, and raise sustainability concerns.

AI summary based on Thingtesting reviews

2,681 reviews and posts

  • Let's be honest. Cleaning dishes is kind of dull. So what could be better to cheer up the experience than a sponge with huge smile? 🙂 It's sponge like, gets the job done, and seems to last well. Plus, apparently you can put it in the dishwasher to keep it clean. What's not to like?

  • It really is just a sponge to me... Great fun option but nothing special!

  • Worked well, the texture and function capabilities while changing in water temperatures did not seem to work in my case.

  • I don't even need to review this, I feel like by now everyone can agree the scrub daddy sponges are extremely well made for their function. I hate washing dishes, but at least the scrub daddy sponge makes it easier to do and he does so with a cute little smile.

  • This is just a great brand, their sponges work so so well. They're a bit more expensive but definitely worth it.

  • Does anyone NOT love a scrub daddy? These are the best and you can’t convince me otherwise!

  • I absolutely love scrub daddy. I have used sponges for years and none compare. I like the ones with the soft side and the scrub side, it makes it versatile for many things. I really like that they make the scrub mommy without the dyes

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  • Never thought I'd be writing a review for a cleaning sponge- but I'm in my 30's and here we are! And that's simply because Scrub Daddy makes me smile when I see it, and also works better than other sponges we've tried. It's also been great to see these pop up at Costco- that's always a win to buy in bulk and have accessible.

  • Finally purchased the original Scrub Daddy sponge after seeing so many TikTok videos from actual cleaning services that vouch for this product. Not to mention it's one of the show Shark Tank's best-selling items in the program's history. I purchased from Amazon and got 4 sponges for $19 as well as a sink caddy. I was surprised at how large the sponges actually were so that made me feel better about the cost. And I was happy that clearly identified on the box it stated how the sponge is kind of a two-for-one in that when dry or slightly wet the texture is very hard/firm and good for scrubbing harder messes, but when wet the bristles soften and become safer for softer items. I've been using the same sponge for about 3 weeks now and it's held up great and works with both liquid dish soap as well as powder soap. The caddy is a must and is so discreet in the sink. I may order the Scrub Daddy handle for the sponge to see if I like that better than actually holding the sponge with my hand, but overall it's a simple, great product that does the job better than those traditional little rectangle sponges.

  • Two words: classic product. This may be preaching to the choir, but I love my Scrub Daddy sponge. The smiling face makes dish washing a lot less boring than it would be otherwise. Not to mention, the design inspires a lot of creativity. I have created a couple of custom Scrub Daddy sponges for fun. It's just a really funny product that needs very little words to recommend. : ))

  • How did I know I'd give 5-star reviews to cleaning products 😅 I always have a Scrub Daddy in my kitchen and laundry. The product changes based on the temperature of the water as well - so, firmer for heavy scrubbing when run under cold water, and softer for light scrubbing in warmer water.

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    The entire family is very large (from Scrub Mommy's to Dish Daddy's). Note: There are also colorant-free Scrub Daddys available.

  • I have no idea how scrub Daddy does it but - I’m never going back. Best cleaning sponge, ever. Period. Gets all the crusties in all the nooks & crannies. Love.

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  • It has Daddy in the name, what more do you want? Reminds me of the sponge commercial episode from New Girl. These sponges are very durable, work a long time, and absorbent. I'm a freak about cleaning dishes and the Scrub Daddy satisfies my OCD. I like that the mouth area is good for scrubbing spoons.

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    Love it as is.

  • 10/10 would recommend 100 times over. Great product that I buy over and over. How can you not smile while doing your dishes when this guy is smiling right back at ya 🤝🥰

  • The Halloween line and their Power Paste TikTok videos had me RUNNING to their website. When I need to deep clean something (think shower, sink, wall, etc.) I attach some brushes that I found off of Amazon to my drill, wet them a bit, dip into the Power Paste, and can clean anything both well and efficiently. I don't use the sponges as much as I should - to be fair, sponges gross me out a little. If I reach for any sponge, I reach for my ghost or Frankenstein Scrub Daddy.

  • It's a great sponge, they last a while and don't really smell! So i'd call that a win.

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    A black version would be cool to hide food stains