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These 10 trending cleaning products — all under $20 — have thousands of perfect Amazon ratings
The Pink Stuff, Scrub Daddy and more: Scour your space from top to bottom with essentials starting at just $5.
Spring offers the perfect opportunity to give your home a refresh. And you'll want the best tools and products for the job. Well, we've read through scores of Amazon product reviews to bring you 10 popular household scrubbing essentials that will have your guests thinking you hired a cleaning service. All $20 or under, they're the perfect way to keep your home looking spic and span. Just don’t be surprised if this list puts you on a first-name basis with your Amazon delivery driver. Here are 10 Amazon shopper faves:
The Pink Stuff
Active Washing Machine Cleaner, 24-Pack
Scrub Daddy Sponge Set, 4-Pack
Folex Instant Carpet Spot Remover
Topist Angry Mama Microwave Cleaner
Smart Sheep Wool Dryer Balls, 6-Pack
Affresh Dishwasher Cleaner, 6-Pack
Holikme Dryer Vent Cleaner Kit
Therapy Stainless Steel Cleaner and Polish
Mr. Siga Microfiber Cleaning Cloth, 12-Pack
This No. 1 bestseller amassed legions of fans on TikTok, and for good reason: You can use this paste just about anywhere in your home — pots, pans, walls, the tub — and it will eliminate any muck and grime like magic!
"This stuff is a COMPLETE miracle worker!" shared one of 145,000 five-star reviewers. "I thought our white, marble island countertop was ruined in our brand new house. Our 2-year-old son left hot pink slime on it ... needless to say, we had a HUGE hot pink stain on our counter. We tried all types of cleaners, and this is the only thing that worked!"
Check out our full Pink Stuff review!
Your washing machine might be used for cleaning, but it needs a little love, too. These eco-friendly tablets de-gunk the inside of your washer and eradicate any lingering smells, grime, and hard water buildup.
"So easy to use," shared a shopper. "I have a 20-year-old top loader that wasn't doing a great job anymore, after I used this product all the laundry is cleaner and smells better. Even the inside of the washer looks new again."
These scratch-free scrub sponges soften up in hot water, so they can tackle even your most delicate glassware — though when they're rinsed in cold water, they're perfect for sloughing off grime and caked-on foods from your pans. These Shark Tank alums are sure to be your new favorite cleaning crew.
"What a surprise!" a shopper declared. "They don’t get that moldy, gross smell that regular sponges do. They are better at removing filth and grime than a regular sponge (even the enhanced sponges), and I love the design! I have been able to wash every pot handle, spoon and kitchen device with the openings. ‘Revolutionary' product. Not just cute, actually amazing!"
This No. 1 bestselling cleaner vanquishes food, wine, dirt, even stains left behind by pets — and leaves you with a carpet looking just as excellent as it did on the day you unrolled it.
"I consider myself a connoisseur of stain removers," a shopper noted. "With kids and pets, I have had to try them all, with varying results. This stuff is a miracle in a bottle. I had my doubts but decided to try it anyway. Holy smokes, this has removed every stain I’ve tried it on."
It's this easy: Just remove her hair (sorry, Mama!), fill her with vinegar and water, squeeze in some lemon if you want a fresh, citrusy scent, put her hair back on, pop her into the microwave and heat for 5-8 minutes. While she's in there, the vents in her hair will release a mist of the water-vinegar mixture, which helps soften and release all of that food buildup. Then, you can wipe everything down, no harsh chemicals or intense scrubbing required.
This five-star fan called her "a must-have," adding, "This thing is absolutely incredible! ... It completely cleans everything — even stuff that may have been splattered in your oven for days! Takes less than 10 minutes to fully clean your microwave. It is truly amazing! No more scrubbing or use of harsh chemicals."
These popular fabric softening balls last for over a thousand loads. They're made entirely out of wool, and not only will they make your washables plushier, they'll shorten their drying time in the process. What's more, they'll save you tons of money on not-so-eco-friendly dryer sheets. Consider them our favorite laundry hack.
"I like that they are safe for the environment, I'm not constantly buying costly dryer sheets; plus, chemical-free!" a shopper shared. "I have skin allergies and I'm able to wear my clothes without worry! Plus, my clothes come out with less wrinkles, the drying time is faster, good for my electric bill too."
Check out our full Smart Sheep Dryer Balls review!
These tablets make quick work of limescale, soap scum and other buildup, plus they get to all the stuff you can't see, like the drain, around the racks, pump and valve.
"The result is 'WOW'!" shared one thrilled user of this No. 1 bestseller. "My 7-year-old dishwasher looks like brand-new just after using one pill. I have hard water and all the mineral buildup from the water is GONE! I am impressed."
Just attach this No. 1 bestselling tube to your vacuum and suck up years of accumulated lint, which in turn will shorten your drying times (saving you $$$) and help prevent vent fires.
"I took my vent out and then went to town," wrote a reviewer. "I cannot believe how much junk this thing removed. Almost a container full! I’m so happy I bought this. Not only is it gratifying hearing all that stuff being sucked up, I know it’s helping my dryer last longer and it’ll be safer for the household."
Clean and polish all your stainless steel appliances with this coconut oil-based spray.
"I cannot get over how well this works!" shared a shopper. "I thought my appliances were past the point of no return. They looked embarrassingly dirty. But this little gem not only shined them to perfection … but it took two seconds and it smells great."
Check out our full Therapy Stainless Steel Cleaner review!
These No. 1 bestselling absorbent, lint-free cloths are excellent at cleaning windows, mirrors and all other delicate surfaces — even that fancy glassware you only take out for special occasions.
"Literally don’t understand how I survived 30 years of cleaning without this product," wrote one happy homemaker. "It cleans mirrors, showers, doors, countertops, literally everything you can think of. Super absorbent, streak-free shine, picks up crumbs, washable and retains its function. Literally the best set of cleaning cloths I have ever purchased."
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