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Scrub-a-dub-dub, baby!
The cleanser is non-abrasive, bleach-free, and effective on most surfaces in the kitchen, bathroom, and outdoors. Learn more about why BuzzFeed is obsessed with this cleanser in our full review.
Promising review: "As you can see in the photo, it’s safe to say this stuff works. I left it on for a little while, and when I came back, this was the result of less than two minutes of scrubbing!" —Donette
Get a two-pack from Amazon for $10.45.
The net is made of silicone and fits in most standard dishwashers.
Promising review: "People, this thing will change your life! I HATE washing by hand, but I had no choice for all the lightweight plastic kids dishes I had. The washer would blow them everywhere, and I'd have a rack of cups and bowls full of nasty water. But no more! This is a miracle of modern science. Buy two, and you can cover an entire rack. I can't recommend this enough!!" —Z
Get it from Amazon for $9.99.
We had these exact scrapers in my house growing up and, can confirm, they rock.
Promising review: "Every kitchen should have one of these. Makes scraping pots and pans clean before the dishwasher a breeze. Nothing works as well and they couldn't be easier to clean afterwards. Don't really need a three-pack for $7.50, one for $2.50 would do for a lifetime, but I guess this way, you have spares to share with friends!" —flikwrtr
Get a set of three from Amazon for $7.72.
Promising review: "Can I give Bottle Bright 10 stars? This is a MIRACLE product. I saw it on Shark Tank last week and was really surprised that Lori was the only one that made them an offer (the other Sharks must not use Contigo travel mugs). I immediately ordered it to try and save my Contigo mug that I thought was too far gone. One 10-minute go-round with this product in warm water cleaned the dark brown layer of crud off the bottom of the mug, revealing perfect, shiny, good-as-new stainless steel underneath! I'd tried everything to get that off, but the shape of the bottle made it nearly impossible to scrub. With this product, it rinsed right off like it was nothing. I decided to try one more tablet with hot water and leave it overnight to get the stains off the sides of the bottle. This morning when I rinsed it out, I was absolutely blown away by how perfect it looks. I almost didn't want to put more coffee in it! Also, as the product was sitting and doing its thing in the water, there was no odor whatsoever, and there is absolutely no residual taste. I don't know how they did it, but this incredible product is a MUST HAVE if you have a mug that you find impossible to clean!" —Erica C.
Get a pack of 12 tablets on Amazon for $7.99.
The stainless steel rings grab residue without stripping the seasoning you've worked so hard to build. The scrubber itself is dishwasher safe, so it's always ready to go!
Promising review: "Simplicity is a beautiful thing. Where has this thing been all these years? Why did the thought of a stainless scrubbie never enter my thoughts before? Very simply, this works perfectly. It's the perfect tool for the job of cleaning cast iron the proper way. No soaps, no detergents, no frustration. Just the hottest water your kitchen sink can muster and vigorous agitation of the scrubbie all throughout the pan. Pay attention to the corners and other nooks of your pan. And after a few minutes of that you will have a perfectly clean cast iron cooking surface. Add a touch of your favorite seasoning oil, work it in, and you're golden. Buying more of these to use on my charcoal grill to clean the grates. Hope it will be just as effective in that application too. So worth the price to finally achieve a thorough clean of your cast iron minus that uneasy feeling of putting that pan back on the rack knowing it still has built up greasy gunk you just can't get off." —Pasta Fazzoo
Get it from Amazon for $13.99.
The tiny bed fits any standard sized sponge, but also comes with one to start. It's also dishwasher safe!
Promising reviews: "If Ratatouille breaks into my house and starts cooking wonderful meals, he'll now have a place to rest." —Reginald Superior
"I live in Hong Kong and everything here is moist for most of the year. I also have a very small kitchen with no dishwasher so I use sponges a lot. As a result, my sponges were always getting moldy and gross super fast. This holder has made all the difference! Its compact design is perfect for my limited space and it is extending the life of my sponges as well as being a fun and quirky addition. It shipped quickly and easily through Amazon International. Two thumbs up!" —Liz
Get it from Amazon for $12.99.
The double-sided magnet is waterproof, so it won't get sullied by regular dish drippiness.
Promising reviews: "We love our Ron Swanson Parks and Rec dishwasher magnet! Now everyone knows when the dishwasher is 'Clean' or 'Dirty.' No more dirty dishes getting put into the washer with the clean ones! Thanks, Ron!" —Andrea VanNoy
Get it from Amazon for $12.99.
Promising review: "My kid always used to ask, 'MOM ARE THESE CLEAN OR DIRTY DISHES?' Now, I don’t have to answer the same question over and over again. Thank you! It works great, I just stick it to the dishwasher and turn it so they know if the dishes are clean or dirty. I’ve had this for five or more years now. I love it." —Renee
Get it from Amazon for $2.99.
The sink-strainer's gentle silicone won't scratch your sink and is also dishwasher safe for maximum cleanliness.
Promising review: "After trying multiple sink strainers, I'm thrilled to report that the OXO strainer is the clear winner. I was sick and tired of the strainer that would move itself into the sink stopper position, and make grungy water backup while I was rinsing stuff, making me have to put my hands in there to try to get the f-ing post turned the correct way to let the water flow down the drain. Frustrating. This strainer is simply a strainer. It grabs big pieces of whatever you're putting in the sink, and it's easy to pick the strainer up and bang it against the garbage can to discharge the trapped stuff into the trash. I've had zero problems with food getting stuck to the strainer. Even melted cheese falls right off. My last strainer was the wire type, and I spent a good amount of time cleaning and cursing that thing because everything seemed to stick and meld itself to the wire. I've had no problems with this strainer. It stays clean looking, and is easy to clean. I just empty it, wipe it off with a soapy paper towel, rinse, and replace. Magic!" —housewench
Get it from Amazon for $7.95.
This is one of those products I had no idea I needed. But, now that I have one, I can never go back! Ily, suction cup sponge holder.
Promising review: "This is one of those cheap purchases you make that pay off big. I honestly can't imagine my life without this product. I go to other people's houses and judge them when I see their sponges just LYING THERE on the counter or the bottom of the sink. What are you, an animal? Get some self respect! Don't you realize what is happening to that sponge? If you're lucky you can nuke it in the microwave long enough to bring it back to life, but otherwise, that thing is a soaking bacteria garbage barge. Put it in its place! Then I realize that this person's sponge doesn't have a place because they were never smart enough to buy a suction cup sponge holder that helps dry your sponge out and keeps your sink looking orderly. Their sponge is homeless, and their sink is a disgrace. Don't be like them. Live your life like it's worth a damn." —Kevin T Beyer
Get it from Amazon for $6.99+ (available in seven colors and finishes).
Promising review: "I love this! We have a small kitchen, so I didn’t want to have a drying rack that always sits in the sink. This is perfect because once the dishes are dry, you can roll it up and put it away. This was a fantastic purchase!" —Rachel
The squeegee is flexible and has both flat and curved sides for plates and bowls, respectively. It also conserves water because you won't have to take your sweet time rinsing the dishes anymore! You're welcome, earth.
Promising review: "Love this! Works great on scraping everything from cleaning an oatmeal pot to caked-on casserole dishes." —Chris
Get it from Amazon for $4.99.
The holder can attach to almost any cabinet and can be moved around to wherever it's most convenient!
Promising review: "This tool is so handy when I’m cutting veggies or doing dishes! Instead of running back and forth to the trash carrying scraps I can just scoop them into a small bag and throw them when I’m done. It’s a good price for a nice-quality nifty tool!" —Harjot
Get it from Amazon for $6.99.
As far as I know, a garbage disposal is the number one way to upgrade your life. This disposal comes with a plug, so it requires no electrical work! Phew!
Promising review: "This thing is awesome! First off, to the reviews saying this was a pain to install, it took me a total of 20 minutes to swap it out, no joke. Super piece of cake. Even read through the instructions to make sure I didn't miss anything. Secondly, this thing is sooo quiet. Like, I never realized how loud my old one was until I had to turn the water off the first time I started it because I could barely hear it with the water running. Thirdly, my old one would never fully dispose of anything with a rind. So the first thing I did was throw a whole lime down the drain, and it completely chopped the lime up and washed it down the drain. Finally, the price. Picked this up for $79, and after ordering, it even dropped to $75 the whole next day (I refrained from calling Amazon to see if I could get the difference...). That's $35 cheaper than the cheapest 1/3 hp disposal from my local big box store, and this one is a 1/2 hp! Great value, as long as it lasts. I'll report back if it ever has an issue, but with the included five-year warranty, I don't expect any. Overall, very satisfied with my purchase." —Trevor
Get it from Amazon for $73.81.
Just run your dishwasher with the container of cleaner inside to disinfect against E. coli and salmonella, remove lime scale, and rid yourself of leftover grease for good!
Promising review: "This stuff is amazing! I tried EVERYTHING before purchasing this product to try to unclog my old portable whirlpool drain which had funky sitting water and wouldn't fully drain. NOTHING worked until I got one of these babies. Smell was way better after one use. After the second bottle, smell was gone completely, and after the third round — bye-bye fully to the drain clog!!! Mind you, I had a really really bad clog from lazy non-upkeep of the washer and this will now be a regular treatment to keep the washer FRESH and running smoothly. Nothing worse and more dangerously bacterial than rank sitting dishwasher water and this stuff is a miracle! Will be using in the future! Thank you 'Dishwasher Magic' for your quality product! IT WORKS!!!!" —Kara
Get two 12 oz bottles from Amazon for $5.14.
Promising review: "I love these! I have only just started wearing gloves while doing dishes, and I find I can still feel what I am doing through the gloves, but my hands stay dry. They are nice and long and, so far, durable. Also, they are fun!" —A. Buckley
Get them from Amazon for $7.95+ (available in four styles).
Promising review: "I have a nice set of knives that cannot go in the dishwasher and in the past they have accumulated in the sink waiting for me to wash them. They are very sharp and require hand washing and needless to say I have been careless a few times and cut myself. I ordered this to help wash them quicker and safer and so far I love it! Much less risk of cutting myself when washing the sharp blades and love that the bristles on both sides make cleaning quicker. The brush is somewhat flexible which allows you to apply a little pressure if needed and it washes large and small knives with no problem. I also use it to wash other things like temperature probes." —Kickinit
Get it from Amazon for $10.95 (available in two colors).
The mat is reversible, machine washable, and absorbs four times its weight in water!
Promising review: "I decided to try this kitchen basics microfiber dish drying mat and absolutely have no regrets. The microfiber is very absorbent and dries quickly. The color was just like the picture, and goes great with my apple kitchen. Now I can say 'goodbye' to my plastic drain board that becomes YUCKY if you don't constantly wash it. I just ordered another Kitchen Basics microfiber mat today to use when I wash the other one. Buy it! You won't be disappointed." —Sunshine
Get it from Amazon for $4.97 (available in five colors).
The 10-quart tub has raised feet so water can still flow if it's in the sink, and is collapsible for easy cabinet storage.
Promising review: "This was a VERY lucky find. I could never even have imagined a better dish tub. It is the perfect size and color for our sink (it practically disappears), is super lightweight, is reasonably-priced, and has feet to keep it from sitting in greasy residue in the sink. Also, because it's tapered, it uses MUCH less water than a straight-sided pan. AND it's collapsible!??! What more could anyone ask for? I got this to replace our creepy stained greasy old plastic dish pan, which probably has a future as a cat box...or maybe it WAS a cat box. Anyhow, this looks and feels like a major kitchen upgrade. Neighbors will soon be thanking us for elevating property values! Everyone should have one of these!" —Cape Cod Kadi
Get it from Amazon for $12.99.
The machine is battery operated, holds 17 oz of soap, and allows you to adjust the amount of soap that comes out when it dispenses!
Promising review: "This handy little item has been awesome! It has dramatically cut down the amount of dish soap we use. It allows you to choose how much it will dispense. I have it set to the least amount, and it's perfect for hand washing. No messy countertop, super helpful for kids, and haven't needed to replace battery (and it's been almost a year)." —Tee
Get it from Amazon for $24.98.
Promising review: "I love these silicone scrubbers! They not only clean my dishes, but also clean stainless steel sinks to a shine! We have very hard water, and by using a little dish soap only on the scrubber, I was able to polish my faucets, fixtures and sinks to a high shine, removing the hard water spots easily. I'll never be without these in my life! They've simplified my cleaning routine immensely. They have a light and unobtrusive peach scent, not overwhelming. Once used a few times, you can barely smell it." —Meadow Sunlight
Get a three-pack on Amazon for $9.95.
The reviews in this post have been edited for length and clarity.