Scrub Daddy reviews and discussion

4.7

96% of reviewers would recommend to a friend

Reviews mention

  • Scratch-free scrubbing performance
  • Odor-resistant, hygienic sponge
  • Innovative temperature-responsive material
  • Ergonomic, utensil-cleaning design
  • Inconsistent long-term durability
  • Bulky round shape ergonomics
  • Food trapping in open pores
  • Potential microplastic shedding

Scrub Daddy earns overwhelmingly positive reviews for delivering effective, long‑lasting scrubbers that tackle baked‑on grime without scratching, stay odor‑resistant, and can be sanitized, but some reviews flag durability inconsistencies and bulkiness, with food trapping and microplastic shedding concerns. Reviews of Scrub Daddy also praise the FlexTexture hot/cold firmness shift and clever smile design for utensils, while noting that the stiff texture can feel rough, the round shape isn’t ideal for tight corners, and performance drops for users who prefer scrubbing with hot water only.

AI summary based on Thingtesting reviews

2,671 reviews and posts

  • Super cute and does its job well! Not much else to say here except that it's a sponge worth the cost.

  • One of the few "As seen on TV" products that exceeded expectations. I will say I do prefer the "Sponge Daddy" that's just a rectangle rather than the flagship smiley face one but they really do work as great as they're advertise. I like having a softer sponge for certain items as well but this is definitely a solid staple sponge to keep stocked.

  • Such a great design. The mouth can be used around utensils and the eyes for cleaning handles. It is a nice, versatile sponge!

  • These are very effective. However, I worry the shedding of plastic may be making the plastic problem in the oceans worse than it is already. And the condition our seas are in is pretty awful because of us. I am personally horrified that plastic is in our bodies and the bodies of countless other species.

  • You would be surprised that there are levels of performance in the sponge space, but oh wow these work well. I’m loyal to the original model for daily dish duty, and have converted people that have stayed at my house after they have tried it in my kitchen. And they last forever, even with regular trips through the dishwasher for sanitizing.

  • Scrub Daddy (and Scrub Mommy) are the best for cleaning dishes.

  • Big fan of the Scrub Daddy. It definitely gets the tough jobs done quicker. We bought a 3 pack and just about ready to get a new set. They last for a long time.

  • I wanted to love this more! It was kinda a womp womp womp for me. All cutesy and no real power behind the sponge.

  • I love using my Scrub Daddy it is so versatile. I have one in my kitchen and bathroom that I use frequently to clean. It works on many surfaces, I have repurchased them as they breakdown after many uses.

  • Best sponges on the market, we only use Scrub Daddy now! We also have their soap dispenser which is so handy in the kitchen.

  • Been using this since their Shark Tank days. Great product, it works well, especially for cups. Wish it had just a bit more flex to it as it can be hard to use in cold water. Made from high quality materials, it doesn't wear out or break.

  • I don't know if it's necessarily better than any other sponge-adjacent item, but it seems high quality and is fun! No complaints about mine so far.

  • I like these - they do a good job with some heavy duty cleaning! That being said it is NOT scratch free - be careful what you use them on because I scratched my whole stovetop using these :(

  • Purchased Scrub Daddy after being frustrated and unsatisfied with other scrubbing sponges. Upon opening the Scrub Daddy I was impressed with the structure and composition of the product. It seemed stronger than other products I had tried. The Scrub Daddy absolutely did the job on a baking sheet with tough baked in food that other sponges could not.handle. Scrub Daddy may be 'too tough' for your usual day to day kitchen dishes - but when needed, it does the job.

  • THE BEST PRODUCT EVER. My household stocks up on the scrub mommy and it's a staple in our dishwash routine.

  • I love this product and also the back story and mission. Such a simple idea but well executed!

  • I feel like everyone uses and knows scrub daddy at this point. Best sponge and doesn't get all smelly and mildew-y. Shout out to Costco for starting to carry it in bulk!

  • Obsessed with my scrub daddy sponges, especially the color multi-packs so I can easily color-code my cleaning for each room!

  • I know, I know. Only three stars for the Shark Tank superstar? But hear me out. I love the scrubbing power of a fresh ‘Daddy. It’s gotten everything from burnt parmesan to over-caramelized, day old honey off everything from pans to baking trays. However, I hate that it gets soft in hot water! I’m not a stellar cook so I deal with burnt, crusty, sticky mess all the time. I’d really prefer to have something rigid when I’m scraping off the remains of whatever poor vegetable I incinerated in the oven. Also, the whole “texture changes in different water temperatures” doesn’t work too well, at least for me. It’s more firm when it’s dry, and it gets pliable when wet, regardless of temperature. I like that Scrub Daddy isn’t tested on animals, and is latex and BPA free. The company claims that you can wash them in the top rack of your dishwasher, but every time I attempted that, my scrubbers would come out looking way worse for wear, torn and noticeably less scrubby. I feel like you have to replace them often! They’re still the best scrubber I’ve found, and they’ve got an Eco option, so I still have one or two smiling over my sink. I’m in the market for better though!