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.

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2,671 reviews and posts

  • LOVE THIS SPONGE

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    It reacts to water temperature. The sponge hardens up when it is in cold water making it easier to scrub.

  • I am editing this review because Scub Daddy makes me all around super happy, including seeing the cute smiling face looking back at me while I wash dishes! My first sponge was damaged and fell apart in less than a month but Scub Daddy made it right and sent me a new one which has been amazing to me. No sticky food and the sponge is super strong in any and every messy dish washing situation.

  • My Scrub Daddy did not last very long at all and kept breaking off in cold or hot water. Cute to look at but I can’t stand when it starts disintegrating and makes an already annoying chore even more tedious.

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    Quality + durability

  • Interesting product. I don’t really get the hype. It’s got a strange texture for a sponge. I’d rather use a more normal one. But it does live up to the advertising that it gets softer as you heat it up.

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    Like many of the as seen on tv products they just end up being nice branding more than actual utility.

  • This is my absolute favorite sponge to have in the house. The sponge has never scratched any of my dishes it has cleaned all of my sinks and stays nice and clean. I love that it never leaves a scent.

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    This is my absolute favorite sponge to have in the house. The sponge has never scratched any of my dishes it has cleaned all of my sinks and stays nice and clean. I love that it never leaves a scent.

  • Scrubdaddy is a durable, cute, and sanitary sponge than can cost more than most, but resists odor buildup much better than traditional sponges due to the material it is made of. It also works well on a variety of surfaces and in changes in hot and cold water due to the material it is made of. I think it is worth the splurge.

  • I held off buying one of these forever because I figured it was just a glorified sponge. YES, GLORIFIED SPONGE THAT YOU NEED!!! I scrubbed my entire kitchen and it is literally sparkling now. I need to try the cleaner with it now because this with my generic cleaners changed my life!

  • I never thought I’d be this excited about a sponge, but Scrub Daddy is truly next-level. It’s not just a cute face—it’s incredibly effective! The texture-changing design is genius: firm in cold water for tough scrubbing, and soft in warm water for gentler cleaning. It powers through stuck-on messes without scratching anything, even my nonstick pans and glass stovetop. What I love most is how long it lasts. Unlike regular sponges that get gross after a few uses, Scrub Daddy stays fresh, rinses clean easily, and doesn’t hold onto odors. Plus, the smiley face isn’t just fun—it’s functional! I use the eyes for grip and the mouth to clean utensils.

  • The best sponge around. This company as a whole makes great products. I wouldn’t even consider using something else. The temperature of the water stiffens or softens the sponge which is my favorite part.

  • This is the only thing I can use to truly get all of my dirty dishes clean. From spaghetti stained Tupperware to baking pans where I have burnt French fries, it does it all!! It’s so easy to clean off and re-use and I love that I can find different colors and styles of it too.

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  • Wow I can so see the hype this scrubber is my favorite thing in the kitchen! It’s hard if you need it to be and soft if you add warm water. The shape does not move and it is super easy to clean! Everyone needs this in the kitchen!!

  • Bought two sets of this (for my kitchen and bathroom) the kitchen scrub is actually such a RELIEF! I don’t usually do dishes every week but I do them now every 2-3 days! Because I know it’ll be easy - they get dirty - they go in the dishwasher no problems! No fraying, falling apart scrubby! 10/10

  • While the OG is a scrub daddy, I am a diehard scrub mommy fan. It makes cleaning my bathroom and kitchen so much easier and reduces the amount of elbow grease I have to put into scrubbing off tougher areas. I hope to soon get their new dusting tool and the scrub daddy line will be something I use for as long as it’s around.

  • Love my scrub daddy and scrub mommy I’ve also purchased the holiday ones. Halloween ones are my favorite! They last long and are good quality

  • Didn't get the hype until my mom gifted me a pack when I moved recently. Loved the cute designs and, even more, how effective they were when it came to cleaning dishes. Cold water keeps them stiff and warm water gets them to loosen up a bit. I've seen some people confused how this makes sense, but, I'm just saying, who washes their dishes with cold water? I've never had an issue with this. Plus the mouth slot is great for utensils and the eyes are even good for straws. Now when I go to the store, I specifically look for these when I'm out buying a new one. The original Scrub Daddy is nice, but, if you can find them, I'd say opt for the Scrub Mommy or Sponge Daddy more than the traditional one. These have two different sides - much like a traditional sponge. PLUS they have a ton of different themed shapes like Christmas, Halloween, and cats or dogs for our pet lovers.

  • Absolutely love Scrub Daddy's! When wet they have the perfect amount of abrasiveness to clean dirty dishes but is still gentle. We got introduced to the Scrub Daddy when using it at a friend's and loved it! We bought them as stocking staffers for our family and they gave us great compliments for the gift.

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    Make sure you keep your Scrub Daddy in a dry place to make it last longer.

  • The Scrub Mommy Sponge is the ultimate sponge for anything you would ever need to clean. It’s versatile since water temperature changes the hardness of the sponge, and you can use accessories from the brand. Not only is it a smiling sponged, but it’s a well-performing one too!

  • I didn't understand the hype around Scrub Daddy. But I caved and bought a dye free Scrub Mommy from my local Whole Foods. I totally get it now! This dual sided sponge is a thing of beauty. The scrubby side is TOUGH and eliminates all hard to remove grime and the soft side is lovely and cleans delicates surfaces. I burn EVERYTHING I cook, (I know, something I need to work on) but you would never know about my cooking woes looking out our pans- all thanks to Scrub Daddy/Mommy!

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  • I love this brand of products. The sponge lasts long. It is duo sided. It cleans messes up fantastically and it washes in the dishwasher

  • I absolutely love my Scrub Daddy! It’s hands down the best sponge I’ve ever used. The flexible material changes texture depending on the water temperature. It is soft in warm water for gentle scrubbing, and firm in cold water for tough, stuck-on messes. It makes cleaning so much easier!