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

  • Home essential

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    Antimicrobial properties if that is even a thing would be cool

  • I like that this brand is weird. The smiley face is kinda punk rock. The sponge works well too

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    Make it even weirder, like Dr. Bronners

  • I loveeee scrub daddy. The sponges last for a really long time and do an excellent job at cleaning.

  • Great products! Totally worth the hype. The cold/hot water technology that changes the sponge texture is awesome. I look forward to trying more of their range, so far I have only tried the original Scrub Daddy.

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    I'd appreciate more attention to aesthetics. It might sound funny but I would like more neutral options for their sponges. Many people keep them out in very visible locations and I think the bright yellow isn't my favorite color.

  • Amazing product. Totally worth the hype.

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    Would be great if they were more sustainable. I do like that their packaging is low/no plastic which def helps.

  • My absolute favorite tool to clean. I have one for dishes and the bathroom and general cleaning around the house. I love how long it lasts and I can use it a million times and clean it.

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    Honestly, no improvements. It's the perfect cleaning tool.

  • I find the sponge to be a joy to use. It holds up longer than the average plastic sponge and it's so much faster to wash dishes AND utensils. I know you are meant to hold it by the "eyes" but I also like to use that spot to clean thoroughly chopsticks fast.

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    I wish there was a more eco friendly alternative to the Scrub Daddy. I try to avoid plastic where I can and using this sometimes makes me feel guilty.

  • Amazing quality, durable, long lasting, and affordable. Couldn’t ask for more!

  • Their Scrub Daddy sponge lasts forever! It looks good as new and doesn't disintegrate. I will nuke it in the microwave once a week to get rid of the accumulated germs and it is great for a while. Will never get another brand of sponge again. 13/10

  • I got one of these at a wedding years ago and was baffled why a sponge was in a wedding party swag bag. Turns out it is because they are pretty great. Very effective at removing tough gunk but not harsh enough to scratch surfaces. Not out of this world by current standards but a solid sponge I’ll pick up if I see it on sale.

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    The crevices tend to attract nasty stuff into them while you scrub but make it hard to get the sponge super clean looking when you are rinsing it out. Yuck

  • Been using these for years. Great product, the shape is really functional and I like that they've released all different kinds of sponges now. The PowerPaste is a gamechanger. Planning on trying to recycle with them soon.

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    The fact that the sponges get softer in hot water is a weird choice, considering hot water is normally used for tougher cleanups.

  • Worth the hype—such a wide variety of cleaning products that most definitely will fit any cleaning/scrubbing need you have.

  • 10/10! This is the only sponge I’ll ever use in my household. It removes everything includes limescale, from dishwashing to bathroom cleaning.

  • I've bought their summer themed sponges and I love them so much! I love how they theme their sponges. Though, their packaging was a bit weird. When I got it, it was falling apart and opened. My things were still inside, so I don't mind.

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  • This thing works so well. Really scrubs!

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    Wish it was more eco-friendly. Does it biodegrade? How do I responsibly dispose of it?

  • Incredible for the first while- love the soft/hard functionality.

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    Starts to deteriorate after running through the dishwasher, even though it says dishwasher safe.

  • I was a long holdout, but I love my Scrub Daddy so, so much! The mouth for silverware always blows dinner guests away. And I love that it can get firm with cold water or soft with hot water.

  • I really love these sponges. I've used the Scrub Daddy and the Mommy version as well. One side is regular sponge material and the other is a very unusual scrubby material that is stiff when dry and softens a bit when wet. According to the description, the eye and mouth holes can be used to clean things like spoons and handles, but to be honest I never bother with that.

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    As much as I love the innovative scrubby material, sometimes it's inconvenient to have to wet it and wait for it to soften before using.