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Because we are not spending our one precious life scrubbing everything by hand.

These cleaning tools and products are designed for people who want their homes to look put together without dedicating their entire Saturday to scrubbing things. From reusable pet-hair removers and drain cleaners to wipes that can handle truly questionable messes and an electric spin scrubber, these picks make it easier to clean faster, skip unnecessary steps, and get to literally anything else.

Promising review: "Our bathtub's flooring was impossible to get as clean as I wanted, no matter what cleaner or sponge I tried. I thought I’d just have to accept it or get a new tub. Then I discovered this product, saw the great reviews, and decided to give it a try—and I’m thrilled that I did! I followed the instructions on the bottle exactly. While the first application didn’t remove all the grime, the second round did the trick. After rinsing, I wiped the tub with a sponge (even though it wasn’t required), and it looked absolutely sparkling! The best part is that I no longer have to scrub; it’s truly a spray-and-go solution. At my age, that makes a huge difference!" —Loves to read

Get it from Amazon for $20.98+ (available in two scents).

Promising review: "Wow! This stuff is great. My sprinklers are on well water (which has a ton of minerals in it). When the sprinklers are on and the wind blows, I end up with hard water spots on my house windows....the spots will not come off with any regular window cleaner. I bought this stuff hoping it would clean the hard water spots off my windows, and it did not disappoint. I just put a dollop on a wet paper towel, rubbed the window, and with very little effort, I could feel the spots dissolving as I wiped in circular motions. This stuff smells great, too! Highly recommend for water spots on glass!" —SoCalShopper

Promising review: "I purchased this product to clean those little spaces in my car filled with random crumbs from my husband and dog hair and it works amazing. Picked up everything and didn’t leave a residue. The lemon scent was faint and didn’t overpower the vehicle while I was cleaning it. But this definitely got in all the little nooks and crannies." —Kimberly

Check out a TikTok of the foaming pink drain cleaner in action. 

Promising review: "Wow! I don't think I've ever been more excited to use a cleaning product before. Who knew you could get so much satisfaction from a drain cleaner? I could probably make an ASMR video and post it, as it is that satisfying! Even though I had to angle this over my sink drain to avoid the low faucet, it worked perfectly. The foam went down the drain and up through the overflow, bringing lots of black, yucky gunk with it. I have used lots of drain cleaners before, but not one that actually came up through the overflow. I'd never even considered what stuff was in there. It did a great job of cleaning everything out, and it left the sink smelling fresh and clean as well." —Amazon Customer 

The kit comes with one scrubber and two shower and tub lemon foaming Magic Erasers.

Promising review: "Wow! What a time saver. Once the magic eraser is wet and you scrub a couple of times on the shower wall, you can feel it start to glide once it cuts through the shower grime. My shower glass window is super clean, which is difficult for other products to do. I am excited to have a clean shower with minimal effort and in an all-in-one product. This will definitely be a shower and tub staple for my household!" —Kris

An indicator light will turn on to let you know that the canister is full, and then you can remove the canister and dump the debris in the trash.

Promising review: "I absolutely love this magic floor sucker. I live in the Rocky Mountains with four large dogs and two cats. It makes sweeping not so bad and much more manageable. You just sweep it to the vac and it sucks it up. LOVE IT." —MaryKat

Get it from Amazon for $169 (available in three colors).

Hope's is a small business based in Missouri that makes cleaning supplies. 

My colleague Maitland Quitmeyer has this and LOVES it: "I bought this for my white porcelain kitchen sink and I've since texted five people about it, which is really a lot for such a boring grown-up product. It cleans beautifully, but the *best* thing about it is its ability to repel stains after cleaning. You know that thing when you rinse out your coffee cup and the coffee water just lingers in your sink and you have to purposefully rinse it out for two minutes? You don't have to do that — the coffee can't stick to the sink and just goes RIGHT down the drain. Time saved, sink clean — this is really a Virgo dream product right here."

Promising review: "I have tried numerous products for my stainless steel sink and appliances. My sink was looking terrible; nothing I used seemed to work. Then I tried this product and WOW, am I impressed. My sink looks like new. My appliances also look great. It's very easy to use and does an excellent job." —Book Worm

Get it from Amazon for $9.95+ (available in two sizes).

Promising review: "Moved into this house with what must be over eight years of water scum on the shower glass — enough to make it look frosted. I had a cleaning crew come out to clean the house, and they worked for hours in the bathroom, and still couldn't get that glass clear. I thought I was just going to have to live with it...until I remembered I bought the pink paste! I completely forgot I had it in my utility closet. I began using it, and I couldn't believe it. I'm so excited to continue on and free my bathroom of the remaining water marks! This product is a must-have" —Abigail Pafford

I've had one of these since 2017 and pull it out pretty much anytime I have a tough scrubbing task! My grout, corners of my shower, edges around my faucets, and all kinds of other small spots get impeccably clean in no time, using just this brush and a little diluted soap. And it's handy to pull out anytime I have a particularly stubborn, stuck-on mess, like on my stove! Read my full Rubbermaid Power Scrubber review for more.

Promising review: "This little tool is extremely versatile. It worked extremely well with my peroxide cleaner to restore my grout. It removed gunk in hard-to-reach places and scrubbed off burnt material on pans. I used it on window tracks and they look new! Best all, it was easy on my hands which are pretty arthritic." —Clawdy Monet

This foam is a cleaner that helps eliminate bad smells, but it's best to call a plumber if your garbage disposal is clogged.

Promising review: "This absolutely nuked whatever prehistoric funk was living in my sink. Drop in a packet, turn on the water, flip the switch — and suddenly there’s this aggressive, satisfying foam doing battle with years of invisible grime. It’s oddly therapeutic to watch, like a tiny citrus-scented car wash for your pipes. The lemon scent is clean and fresh without being fake or overpowering. Not 'bathroom cleaner lemon,' but 'someone actually cleaned this place' lemon. When it’s done, the disposal smells genuinely neutral — like nothing at all, which is honestly the dream. If your sink smells even slightly suspicious, this stuff will erase the evidence. —JD

Get a pack of four from Amazon for $7.64.

When I say this is the most used cleaning tool in my house, I mean it. We have two small children, and one's a toddler who's still learning how to feed himself. Meals get MESSY. Several times a day, we need to clean around our dining table, and this is our go-to tool for sweeping up all the crumbs and other grossness that ends up on the floor. The teeth on the dustpan mean the broom bristles stay super clean, which means even the smallest piece of dirt (a good example is hair) still gets picked up and pushed into the dustpan. I LOVE this set!

Get it from Amazon for $18.83+ (available in seven colors).

BuzzFeed editor Maitland Quitmeyer has this to say about them: "I bought a pack of these and love dusting with them! All the dust sticks right on, so you don't end up breathing in all the dust you just tried removing. It's great for baseboards, too!"

Promising review: "I rarely review products, but this little sponge literally changed my life! It picks up EVERYthing in one swipe! Hard water marks on your bathroom mirror, no problem! Hair clippings on your sink and counter, one swipe and they are gone! Dusty blinds? Swoosh, swoosh, swipe! And ala-presto ka-bam, like magic, they are perfect and dust-free! I just need one of these for my floors! I love, love, love how the sponge picks up everything, and with a little running water, all the dust, hair, muck, and guck just rinsed away! This will not disappoint! Thank you!" —DayDreamer

Get a four-pack from Amazon for $9.99 (available in six color packs and packs of two, four, and eight).

The main difference between the Scrub Daddy and Scrub Mommy sponges is that the Scrub Daddy is made of a single material that changes texture with water temperature, while the Scrub Mommy is a two-sided sponge that combines a scrubbing side with a soft, absorbent side.

Promising review: "All I will say is I will never turn back. I am someone who absolutely LOATHES sponges. They gross me out, and they tend to smell disgusting. Scrub Daddy has changed my life. I clean everything with them! Stove, tub, dishes, you name it. It is good for any cleaning jobs you have. I will never stop recommending this product, especially for the price and quality! On top of that, they are so cute!" —Jess Ciccarella

Get it from Amazon for $13.99+ (available in three pack sizes).

Promising review: "I use a fresh cloth every day. Dishes, counters, cabinets, and appliances are easily cleaned with these. Pretty colors and a nice, substantial feel. Reasonable price for excellent quality." —Joy T. 

"A good all-purpose towel. The split fibers make it ideal for cleaning; it leaves no residue behind. Also good for cleaning edges of sneakers." —J. Green

Promising review: "Easy to use and easy to clean out hair. I was amazed at how much cat hair was lying around, especially on the rug. I'm very happy with this product, it's so effective at trapping pet hair. I have feral cats coming in and out, I did not realize how much I needed this!" —LH

Get it from Amazon for $18.49+ (available in three colors).

Promising review: "I highly recommend this pine gel! I use it every day and love its versatility. For a deeper clean, I apply the gel directly, while for everyday use, I simply mix it with water as a multipurpose cleaner. I truly use it for everything in my home—it's become my go-to cleaning product. I use it as a laundry sanitizer to eliminate odors, in my floor mopping bucket, and for cleaning bathrooms, sinks, and my stove. I can't imagine my cleaning routine without it." —Lior mealem 

Promising review: "These towels are awesome for so many things. They are large and very sturdy, so they work well for household cleaning. The real benefit for me, though, is having a wipe that works for things like the grill, the oven, the dashboard of my car, muddy shoes, chairs and umbrellas that go to soccer games and practices, and lawn furniture. I frequently wipe something down, rinse the towel, and wipe again. The wipes are heavy enough to go through three to four rinses and wipes and still hold up. The smell is mild and doesn't linger on my hands or what I've wiped down. Because the canister is heavier than most, and the lid fits well, it's easy to throw one of these in the trunk or cargo area without worrying about leaks. The canister's recyclable when the towels are gone — an added bonus." —COMom

Promising review: "These babies have transformed and reformed my slobby life. My dog sitter thought I got a new sink and fridge. I have never had more fun cleaning in my life — wait, I have never had any fun cleaning. But these magical creatures make it so freaking satisfying. No toxic stuff. No fumes. Just heavenly cleanliness." —Jimmy Jim Ereeno

Get a pack of 40 from Amazon for $37.95.

These tablets are designed to penetrate, dissolve, and remove odor-causing residue that accumulates inside your dishwasher over time, as well as remove lime and mineral buildup. Using Affresh tablets once a month can prolong the life of your dishwasher and make it more effective at doing its job: cleaning your dishes.

Promising review: "I always approach with a healthy dose of skepticism whenever taking advice from BuzzFeed, Tip Hero, etc. But this time I took a chance and could not be happier. I recently bought a condo that was not well-maintained, and I struggled cleaning many of the appliances. The dishwasher was caked in deposits from years of operation without proper care. Two of these pods, as suggested for heavily soiled scenarios turned back the clock. It looks brand-new inside. BRAND-NEW. The plastic, the walls, everything. For those who spend hours a week cleaning, you will be amazed by this product. 10/10 would buy again and again and I’m telling everyone I know about this." —Jason

Promising review: "Ashamed to say, but I barely ever mop the floors. I purchased this O-Cedar Mop and Bucket based on the great reviews. I am here to add a 5-star review of my own. This mop and bucket not only cleaned my floors, but it made the entire process easy. (And dare I say fun?) I did the entire first floor of my house, both tile and wood. Then wanted more fun, so I scooped up the handy handle and carried it upstairs, where I continued on to the bedrooms and bathrooms. I don't want to go on and on, but this mop picked up lots of dirt and grime and then popped easily into the washing machine. It came out great. The swirly thing makes all the difference. It wrings out all of the excess water, so it's easy to mop without using too much muscle, which I do not have. And the mop heads are short, rather than long mop heads, which only make for heavier mops. If you're on the fence, go for it, you'll agree." —LauraP320

Promising review: "This is a great product. I have breathing problems and can’t have scents, and these are fragrance-free and work great. House smells clean, not perfumed." —Steelerfan

"This cleaner surprised me in the best way. I sprayed it on, let it sit for a moment, and everything wiped up so easily. It leaves surfaces looking fresh without any strong chemical smell. Definitely a great all-purpose cleaner!"—Julia McKnight

Get it from Amazon for $12.99+ (available in two sizes and two scents or unscented).

They can be used wet or dry and on basically every type of flooring and even drywall if you're so inclined. Since they can be thrown in the wash, one microfiber pad can replace up 100 single-use pads. 

Turbo Micro is a small business that makes microfiber cleaning tools. 

Promising review: "Just used these for the first time with my Swiffer WetJet and I gotta say I am impressed! Went on easily and cleaned the floors easily! I always hated the one-time use pads and never felt like they got my floor clean. This review is NOT sponsored, I bought these with my own money because I’m sick of single-use products. Seriously, buy these now!!!" —AKGross

Get a set of two from Amazon for $14.99. 

The white is a soft bristle, best for wheels, carpet, upholstery, glass, and leather; the yellow is a medium bristle, best for bathroom, bathtub, shower, tile, and porcelain; the green is a medium bristle, best for kitchen, stoves, cabinets, countertops, and linoleum; the blue is a medium bristle, best for boats, pools, canoe/kayaks, hot tubs, and plastics; the red is a stiff bristle, best for outdoors, siding, brick, garage, and gutter; and the black is a hard bristle, best for grills, loose paint, furnaces, ovens, and industrial use.

Drill Brush is a small business based in New York State that makes cleaning brushes that attach to drills. It was started in 2007 by a former electrician who suffered from Carpal Tunnel Syndrome and needed a way to clean without causing him harm.

Promising review: "These brushes worked flawlessly. I have a 24-year-old home that has not been remodeled yet. The master bath shower tile and fiberglass shower pan were in pretty bad shape. We tried many types of cleaners to remove residual soap and hard-water stains with little success. As a last-ditch effort, I purchased these brushes. They worked amazingly well. Using Krud Kutter and these brushes removed every bit of the dirt and polished those tiles so that they shine brilliantly like they did when they were new. I am completely satisfied with my purchase of these brushes. They are well made and held up beautifully to the forces I applied while using them." —Tom S4TX

Get the set of three from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in eight colors).

Promising review: "Literally got rid of black mold stains on tile overnight. This couldn't be done with regular bleach (I tried). The stain was gone, and it was back to its normal color. And it kept mold away. Usually, when I clean it, it comes back so soon. Smells strong, but obviously, it's what's needed to kill the mold. Works like a charm. No scrub either, just have to rinse off the next day. Super quick results." —SL

Get a pack of two from Amazon for $25.98+ (available in three sizes).

Promising review: "These are really great. They smell so nice and fresh and leave my plants looking clean, renewed, and healthy. They get the job done every time. I would and will buy them again." —M. Austin

Promising review: "Releases all the built-up fabric softener scum! Have not used a washing machine cleaner tablet like this before and, wow! Really helped release all the interior built-up fabric softener scum! I did two wash cycles in a row due to it being the first time. Photo [editor's note: yes, that's the photo above] is just a few minutes into the second cycle." —Amazon Customer

Get it from Amazon for $16.95+ (available in quantities of 24, 48, and 96).

Promising review: "I’ve been using this descaler for my Breville espresso machine, and it truly works. You can literally see the difference, no more buildup, and the water flows much better. Each bottle gives you two full uses, which makes it a good value. Easy instructions, no harsh smell, and effective. If you love coffee or tea, this is a simple way to take care of your machine." —EDGAR Robinson Avendaño

Promising review: "I stumbled upon this stuff looking for a DIY floor cleaner. I took a chance and ordered some, and OMG! I will never use anything else again. I might buy a case, too, since I told all my friends about it. 😂 It smells amazing, leaves no residue, cleans very well, has a beautiful shine, and the price is even better. I’m FLOORED! I have used so many products, and they left build-up or didn’t clean the way I wanted. I hope they keep making this stuff!" —Jessie Lee

Get it from Amazon for $15.99+ (available in two sizes).

Knapp is a small business in Tampa, Florida that makes chainmail scrubbers for home goods.

Promising review: "Wow! This thing is magic. I love my Victorian cast-iron pan, but it was starting to look a little down in the dumps. I had seasoned it correctly when I first got it, but it was starting to accumulate buildup. I stumbled across this chainmail scrubber, ordered it, and man, am I happy. Super easy, and it DID NOT interfere with my seasoning. Highly recommend." —Placeholder

Get it from Amazon for $15.99+ (available in three sizes).

Promising review: "My blinds get on my nerves because I feel like I can't clean them properly. I bought this, and I absolutely love it. It is easy to use. Works great. Very sturdy, and I appreciate that it comes with extra dust heads that you can wash. Very convenient." —Valerie Vernino

Get the brush and five microfiber sleeves from Amazon for $6.99.

Promising review: "This oil is fantastic! Brought back life to all of my wooden cutting boards. The oil is light and spreads very easily and doesn’t seem to have any smell or any stickiness at all. Great quality." —Rachel and Nick Bock

Get it from Amazon for $9.29+ (available in four sizes).

Angry Orange is a small business that was founded in 2014. They provide pet-related household cleaning supplies like stain removers, mops, and more.

Promising review: "This product is amazing!!!! We have a Rottweiler pup and a Bichon pup, and our house was feeling the PAIN! I tried everything and used to tell my wife, 'With all the science and technology in the world, we still can’t come up with something that gets rid of the dog mark smell!' This product does everything and more. Just ordered another round. We were about to throw away some furniture due to the smell, but now, after use, we can keep it. Saved me hundreds. Well worth the money." —clayton s tonkin

Get it from Amazon for $17.96+ (available in two sizes).

Promising review: "This vacuum is amazing. I first heard of it on TikTok, where people were using it to clean their stairs, mattresses, car seats, etc., and from the videos, it already looked amazing. But considering how dirty my dining chair cushions were, I was a little bit apprehensive and skeptical. I purchased the item and used it on my chairs for the first time, and the results were SO AMAZING. Best vacuum I've ever used. I even bought a second one!" —Davina

Reviews have been edited for length and/or clarity.

BuzzFeed Shopping is service journalism first: our writers and editors spend all day shopping so you don’t have to, vetting products, fact-checking brand claims, and surfacing what actually helps in real life. We center readers over revenue, recommend products with authenticity (using real experiences, not ad-speak), and reflect our diverse audience, inclusive of a variety of price points, people, and needs. We cut through fake deals, favor useful info over glossy fluff, and recommend both budget and splurge options with context so you can decide what’s right for you — and still have a little fun along the way.

This piece is by Sally Elshorafa, the Home and Garden Editor at BuzzFeed Shopping, who’s written hundreds of stories about furniture, decor, cleaning, gardening, and home upgrades, all with one goal: to sift through the nonsense and surface what’s actually worth your money.