10 Best Dish Scrubbers of 2024

Nobody wants a scrubber that will scratch their favorite dishes. Well, you’re in luck! Because customers rave about the 3M Stay Clean scrubbers for their gentle approach to removing dirt and food residue.

These scrubbers are double-sided. Both sides are non-scratch, but each has a different purpose. One side is for tough but gentle scrubbing for a variety of surfaces; the other side is absorbent for wiping away soap and water.

Another big bonus with these scrubbers: they won’t trap food! Traditional sponges are very clingy regarding food, but these aren’t. Even though they look and sort of feel like a traditional sponge, they are so much better.

The slightly curved edges mean these are very comfortable and easy to hold in your hand. The flexibility lets you into all nooks and crannies.

We also love that the absorbent side can wipe up spills, wet spots on countertops and wipe down your sink after washing the dishes.

If you’re looking for something eco-friendly, then this is one of our top recommendations in that department. The Skoy Scrubs are multi-purpose cloths that you can use on dishes, countertops, bathrooms, grout, furniture, and much more!

They’re made with a slightly abrasive but gentle texture. These can totally replace disposable scrubbing brushes. The scrubbing texture comes from a food-grade, non-toxic hardener that is more durable and long-lasting than traditional scrubbers.

You can easily clean it in the dishwasher when it gets a little grimy and dirty. If you find there are still food particles stuck in the material, simply rub the scrubber against itself to remove it.

Lastly, this scrubber is safe on most surfaces. This includes non-stick pans, ceramic, glass, and cooktops.

Cast iron needs to be cleaned with a little more TLC than other types of dishes. While you can maybe get away with a super soft cloth, it’s not very good at scrubbing off stubborn spots. For a deep clean, check out the Amagebeli Steel Cast Iron Cleaner.

This chainmail scrubber is made from stainless steel. It is astounding for restoring your cast iron cookware back to full cleanliness.

Each ring on this scrubber has been designed with quality steel. This makes it smooth enough for all kinds of pans, including dutch ovens, griddles, waffle irons, and more.

The steel itself is long-lasting and rustproof, so you don’t have to worry about it getting dirty. When you’re done using it, clean it in hot soapy water and hang it to air dry!

When using on cast iron, you don’t need to use any detergent. This scrubber, by itself, is enough to deep clean your cookware. Say goodbye to all kinds of stubborn stains.

You can’t have reusable straws without a straw cleaning brush. You’ll be amazed (and a little grossed out) at how much gunk comes out of your straws when you use one of these cleaning brushes. Especially if you use the straws for smoothies and other thick drinks!

These long-handled brushes are suitable for most straws. But if the brush is too short for your straw, just clean the straw from both ends, and you’ll have a sparkling clean straw!

You can also use these for other objects with a small opening. They also work for getting into corners and underneath lips on other dishes. Once you’ve used them, pop them in the dishwasher for a deep clean!

Customers love how quickly and effectively these brushes clean, even after the straws have been sitting around all day. Plus, they’re budget-friendly, so they should fit in with most people’s price range!

For a little lemon-fresh scent, check out the Scrub Daddy scrubbers. Scrub Daddy is infused with a citrusy scent that smells like fresh lemons. Customers love that these scrubbers make their dishwashing routine smell extra clean and fresh.

These scrubbers also have a really cool temperature control function. When the scrubber is in cold water, it goes hard to help with tough scrubbing.

In warm water, it goes soft for lighter cleaning. However, keep in mind that this can be frustrating if you need to use warm water and a tough cleanse.

We love that these scrubbers are gentle, even for non-stick pots and pans. Test in a small spot before using on the whole pan, but they’re designed to be scratch resistant.

Another excellent feature of these scrubbers is that the smile has a purpose. It’s designed for cleaning between prongs on a fork! Insert the fork and watch it come out sparkling clean.

You can pop these in the top rack of the dishwasher when they’re dirty, and they will safely clean.

Do you ever find your dish brush can’t fit inside your water bottle? And it’s virtually impossible to clean the inside with a sponge or a cloth? Well, look no further than the OXO Bottle Brush.

No matter what kind of water bottle you have — narrow or wide head — this brush should fit in the opening. Finally, you can get a deep clean of the inside of your bottle!

The design has two bristle types, differentiated by blue and white colors. The blue bristles are stiffer; they can reach into hidden corners and provide a good scrub to remove build-up. The white bristles are softer and gently cleanse your bottle, which is especially good for delicate materials that are prone to scratching.

The Full Circle product is an awesome choice for a scrubber and soap dispenser combo.

We love that it comes with a bamboo dish brush that is small and comfortable to hold. The durable bristles have some serious scrubbing power. You can remove sticky and stubborn spots on your dishes.

The ceramic base is the soap dispenser. Just pour in your soap and dip in your brush. The springs inside the base help to create suds and deliver a good amount of soap onto the brush.

When you’re not using this, it sits discreetly on your kitchen countertop. It takes up much less space than a classic bottle of dish soap and a collection of sponges and large brushes. So if you live in a small home, this is a perfect space-saving solution.

Also, the base is a great way to dry out the bristles in between uses so they don’t harbor moisture, odors, and bacteria.

Go green with this Full Circle Be Good brush. It’s made from eco-friendly materials such as bamboo and recycled plastic.

These durable bristles are designed to be long-lasting and effective at scrubbing off caked-on food. So if your dishes have been sitting in the sink for a while, this brush can deeply clean them, so they’re ready for the next meal.

We love that these are available in three colors — green, purple, and white. You can find the perfect brush to suit your kitchen and personal preferences.

Customers love how effective this is at cleaning all kinds of dishes. You can even use this on your pots and pans as it’s gentle but stiff enough to remove stubborn foods.

With a long handle, you can deep clean your dishes without submerging your hands under soapy water. This makes the dishwashing routine less gross, and protects your skin, especially if it’s sensitive.

The handle is made from 100 percent sustainably-sourced, mildew-resistant bamboo. It’s ergonomically shaped so that it’s comfortable in your hand, and you can get a good grip for effective scrubbing.

As for the bristles, they are effective at removing stubborn and sticky food messes. As long as you properly maintain the brush, of course.

You can use this brush on all kinds of dishes, including non-stick, stainless steel, copper, and ceramic. It’s kind in the kitchen and, of course, kind to the environment.

If you’re in the market for a silicone scrubber, we recommend the Dolike sponge set. Compared to regular sponges, these scrubbers definitely come out on top. They’re easy to clean, flexible, won’t deform, and don’t harbor dirt and bad smells.

With this set of three, you can always have a clean sponge ready to tackle that pile of dishes. But there’s more to these sponges than just being cool silicone.

Each sponge has a scraper at the top for removing stubborn bits of dirt and food. The scraper at the side is ideal for scraping plates, removing food waste into the trash, and clearing crumbs on tables.

There’s also a built-in detergent dispenser. This makes it super easy to dispense soap for quick and easy cleaning.

Yes, these are awesome for cleaning dishes. But you can also use them on tabletops, for cleaning kitchen appliances, and for scrubbing vegetables after bringing them home from the store. Everything in your house will feel much cleaner with these sponges!