Scrub Daddy reviews and discussion

4.7

96% of reviewers would recommend to a friend

Reviews mention

  • Odor‑resistant, hygienic material
  • Scratch‑free, effective scrubbing
  • Clever, ergonomic smile design
  • Versatile, innovative lineup
  • Occasional shedding or tearing
  • Bulky, awkward round shape
  • Food trapping in open pores
  • Softens in hot water limits bite

Scrub Daddy earns glowing reviews for making cleaning faster and more effective—its FlexTexture sponges cut through baked‑on grime without scratching, resist odors, and last longer than typical sponges—while some reviews note durability can wane (shedding, tearing, softening) and the hot/cold firmness can be inconvenient for those who wash in hot water. Reviews also praise the versatile lineup (Scrub Mommy, Dish Daddy, Power Paste, Damp Duster) and the utensil‑friendly smile design, but mention bulkiness, food trapping, and sustainability concerns as recurring drawbacks.

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2,675 reviews and posts

  • I use a Scrubdaddy daily in my dish-washing routine. It gets stuff like egg, protein, sauces, etc. off my non-stick pans with ease and makes for cleaning my smoothie container a breeze with every use. I also use this to clean surfaces around my house like shower and toilet when doing a deep clean. Once you figure out which temperature of water makes it soft/hard, it really blows your mind what a good product it is.

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    Would love to see the technology on other products like those with handles, attachments and other sizes.

  • As someone who dreads the thought of doing dishes, I never thought I'd actually enjoy using a sponge. But that was before I discovered the delightful Scrub Daddy. This seemingly simple sponge has revolutionized my kitchen cleaning experience, and I can't wait to share my thoughts with you. First things first, the design. Whoever came up with the idea of creating a sponge with a smiley face deserves a round of applause. Not only is it absolutely adorable, but the smiley face actually serves a practical purpose. The eyes are perfect for slipping your fingers in to get a better grip, and the mouth is great for cleaning spoons, knives, and other utensils. Now, let's talk about the actual scrubbing capabilities. The Scrub Daddy boasts a unique texture that changes with the water temperature. When you soak it in warm water, it becomes soft and pliable, perfect for cleaning delicate surfaces like glassware and non-stick pans. But when you run it under cold water, it becomes firm and abrasive, making it ideal for tackling stubborn, stuck-on food. I was initially skeptical about this feature, but after trying it out myself, I'm a true believer. The Scrub Daddy is able to handle just about any cleaning task I throw at it, and it's made my time spent washing dishes much more enjoyable. Another bonus is the sponge's durability. I've been using the same Scrub Daddy for a few weeks now, and it hasn't started to disintegrate or smell like other sponges I've used in the past. Plus, it's top-rack dishwasher safe, so you can easily sanitize it after heavy use. In conclusion, the Scrub Daddy is a fantastic little sponge that has made a big impact on my dishwashing routine. Its clever design, versatile scrubbing capabilities, and durability make it a must-have for any kitchen. I wholeheartedly recommend giving the Scrub Daddy a try, and I guarantee it will put a smile on your face while making dishwashing a breeze!

  • Just buy it. It’s worth to have as a household staple.

  • Scrub Daddy is the BEST. All other sponges feel and look gross so quickly. Scrub Daddy sponges are so much stiffer and I feel like they stay cleaner for much longer! It seems like they dry out much faster than a typical dish sponge, as well. They have definitely leveled-up the dish washing game in my house.

  • I don’t think I’ll ever use anything other than a scrub daddy. I love that when it’s ran under cold water, it’s firm & vice versa with warm water. I think it lasts the perfect amount of time as well. Once it starts getting out of shape & odd looking, I feel like it lines up with the time that I would normally switch out my sponge.

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  • Okay so I really didn’t want to believe in the hype, but I will say the shape and size of the Scrub Mommy is ideal for a house of girls who prefer to hand wash dishes right away rather than load the dishwasher.

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    Some Marriott hotel locations with kitchens/kitchenettes provide Scrub Daddy products to the rooms. I always stock up when I stay at a hotel that has them!

  • I’m glad there’s an option to review this so I can sing my praises about scrub daddy In the past few years it’s been the longest lasting kitchen sponge brand I’ve bought - all other sponges have disintegrated so quickly and this is a very durable sponge

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    Love the packaging, love how playful it is, it’s as trusty as it is cute.

  • Awesome product to use on your dishes and pots and pans. It also rinses clean and doesn't smell. It's great that you can put it in the dishwasher too!

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    All is great!

  • I recently bought my first scrub daddy and I was really shocked at how easy it made doing the dishes!

  • I love my scrub daddy! The eyes make perfect holders and u find that it’s easy ti manipulate to get into small areas

  • It's insane to think that sponges existed before the scrub daddy. No other sponge will ever compare...

  • Really awesome sponge, but definitely wears out over time. Which I guess is normal for a sponge! But these cost a bit more.

  • I’ve used this product since it premiered non shark tank. It’s awesome. Works exactly as described and lasts a long time. New items are. Sing releases from this company and those items are wonderful also!

  • I saw scrub daddy sponges on a few cleaning TikTok videos and I decided to give them a try. I WILL NEVER USE ANOTHER SPONGE! I don’t know what kind of sorcery is used in these sponges but they have better durability and cleaning capabilities than anything I’ve ever tried. Can’t rave about them enough.

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    When considering this brand, imagine cleaning being easier, and then purchase Scrub Daddy products.

  • I have repurchased and given Scrub Daddy products as gifts! This is a great alternative to the the old smelly kitchen sponge. Scrub daddy products do not harbor odors like other sponges and they last much longer. I am not sure what the contents of the sponge are and how environmentally friendly they are. They do last which means I can purchase and discard fewer products. my whole family loves them.

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    It has been harder to find this product in stores but I assume this is global supply chain issues.

  • worth every penny. cleans exceptionally.

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    Cooler shapes, and more fun colors. pastels maybe?

  • It works decently, like an extra stiff scrub sponge. It does well at scrubbing, although the extra stiffness and grip does make it hard to get some substances off of it easily.