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.

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2,681 reviews and posts

  • Scrub daddy was one of my best Target impulse buys ever. We needed a sponge. I bought a sponge. It works. Really well. It is strong enough without being abrasive and it looks fun!

  • Simply the best all-purpose cleaning tool you can get, I prefer to use it in the kitchen, and I personally prefer the scrub mommy to the scrub daddy given the dual textures of sponge. Definitely get one without dye, just in case you ever need to use it alongside bleach!

  • Once you get a scrub daddy, you will never go back to regular sponges. I absolutely love these sponges. They do such a great job and hold up really well too. I also make sure to have back ups because I have no interest in using a non scrub daddy !

  • Game changer! These sponges last forever, don’t smell, and actually make cleaning fun. Handy, easy-to-use, and cute, too! Super effective for dishes and more. Just wish they weren’t quite so pricey. L😍VE…if it only lasted forever!

  • One night I was walking around Lowes looking for a cleaning product. As I choose this cleaning product, I wanted a scrub brush that would be a suitable product in scrubbing the bath tub. I came across the Scrub Daddy, located on an isle shelf. After reading a few reviews, I purchased it and gave it a try. I find the Scrub Daddy is a very useful and helpful product. Scrub Daddy stays hard when dry and soft when wet, providing for multiple uses. I haven't used this product outside of the bathroom but I'm 100% sure that it would be useful for any additional household chores. The Scrub Daddy is a recyclable product, and is Dishwasher safe. Overall, I find that the Scrub Daddy is a very sustainable product and is a great and useful product that will help you tackle any dirty chore in need of a good cleaning. I would definitely recommend this product.

  • would purchase again: - scrub daddy (5/5): holds shape better than natural sponges and didn't mold. had it for 4 months now and he's still going strong. - scrub mommy (5/5): abrasive side is great for tough cleaning - scrub paste (a million/5): the best solution for a greasy induction stove

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    i wish it was made with more transparent and sustainable materials.

  • Never in my life did I expect to hold such hard opinions about cleaning tools — but adulthood is full of surprises 😉 Scrub Daddy is by far the best line of dishwashing sponges. From the OG Scrub Daddy, to the Scrub Mommy, to even the Dish Daddy, I’ve got ‘em all, and I won’t ever switch back. They scrub better than anything I’ve ever used and last so long!

  • I heard about Scrub Daddy on a podcast Gee Thanks, I Bought It. Scrub Daddy 4 life over here. They are such cheerful lil workhorses. They last an incredibly long time. The only drawback for me is storing them in my small sink work area. You can’t live without them once you try. I’d love a subtle color collection too.

  • Scrub Daddy is hands-down the best sponge I’ve ever used! It’s way more effective than a traditional sponge—tough on grime when you need it, but gentle enough for delicate surfaces. I love how the texture changes with water temperature: firm in cold water for serious scrubbing, and soft in warm water for gentler cleaning. Genius! The smiley face design isn’t just cute—it’s super functional. The eyes give you a great grip, and the mouth is perfect for cleaning utensils. It also doesn’t hold odors like regular sponges and dries quickly, which keeps it way more sanitary. Scrub Daddy has totally upgraded my kitchen cleaning routine. I never thought I’d be excited about a sponge, but here we are. 10/10 recommend—once you try it, you won’t go back!

  • I’ve tried a few products like the carpet cleaning gel and the grill brush and I liked them all! They clean very well and are always high quality. I love how fun they are with the smiley face too. I’d recommend.

  • I love Scrub Daddy products! Every one I've tried has cleaned well without being too harsh or scratching my cookware/dishes, holds up for a while and they're cute/fun, which makes chores a little easier. I like how easy it is to change the head on the dish wand (a task I usually find kind of gross) and that it just sticks on. The innovative materials on Scrub Daddy products really work.

  • I love Scrub Daddy! They’re cute and they work so well cleaning dishes and pots and pans. They last a long time and are durable. Plus, they deep clean my dishes really well. I love the seasonal ones too.

  • These sponges are very high quality and durable. They clean well, last a long time, and look cute even when used. I like the dye free option, which matches everything and is a more natural option. I hope this brand continues to make more products!

  • As someone who is grossed out by the residual wetness/inevitable smell of a traditional sponge, I've become a total convert to Scrub Daddy. They drain quickly and hold no water while resting in the sink. The little faces are cute and they are efficient at scrubbing dishes. The only drawback for me is that because they're not absorbent, they're not the best at wiping up spills like a traditional sponge would be.

  • The scrub daddy is a multi-room tool, that I use in the kitchen and bathroom (separate ones). It cleans the dishes very well & makes them more polished I’ve noticed. For my bathroom. I clean my tub with it & the residue is removed quickly.

  • Gets grime off any pan, good to clean the shower, and great at cleaning the oven. This can do all and more. Was skeptical but they really do work. I put mine in the dishwasher to clean it in between deep scrubs.

  • Love Scrub Daddy!!!! I have been using them for years at this point. No other sponge cleans my sink and other things around my house like the bathtub better than them. They also last a long time it’s not like I have to buy them over and over again!

  • I’ve found the ScrubDaddy products to be effective for cleaning different surfaces in my home. The scrubbers themselves are durable, work well, and don’t hold on to any smells, which I really appreciate. The cleaning solutions that come with some of the scrubbers are fine but I wouldn’t say any more effective or impressive than any other typical household cleanser. I think the scrubbers are the key to any cleaner or solution getting a job done.

  • Scrub Daddy is one of those weirdly satisfying products that actually lives up to the hype. It’s tough on grime when you need it to be, but soft in warm water, so it won’t scratch anything. I use it for dishes, the sink, even the bathroom sometimes. It lasts a while and doesn’t get gross like regular sponges. Honestly, it makes cleaning kind of fun… or at least less annoying. Total win!

  • Pretty cheap, easy to find in stores, easy to use, effective. Not much else to say! I primarily use this to clean my bathtub.