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- Bristle angle – The bristles should be angled outwards to ensure they reach the edges and corners of dishes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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- Built-in scraper – Our most favourite washing up brushes integrate a scraper into the brush head. This gives you an extra tool to attack foods stuck to utensils.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
B. Comfortable Handle<\/h3>\n
The next most important part of a washing up brush is the handle. You should be able to hold the handle in a strong grip so that you can move the brush around and scrub with ease.<\/p>\n
And since there\u2019s water involved in washing up, the brush handle should have a non-slip design.<\/p>\n
Also, check the length of the handle. A longer handle is better. It\u2019s not only easier to hold firmly in your hand, it also gives you a longer reach when scrubbing dishes. It\u2019s especially handy for deep pots and pans, as well as bottles and jars.<\/p>\n
Another thing to check is the shape of the handle. The best washing up brushes are not straight from the tip of the handle to the tip of the brush head. Instead, the handle curves downwards as it nears the brush head.<\/p>\n
This positions the brush head lower than the handle and ensures it maintains full contact with the surface of utensils when you are scrubbing.<\/p>\n
C. Extra Features<\/h3>\n
Here are some extra features to look for. They are not essential, but are nice to have.<\/p>\n
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- Easy to store design – Some brushes incorporate a sink rest, while others have a hanging hole on the handle.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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- Soap dispenser – Some brushes incorporate a soap dispenser, so you can keep scrubbing without pausing to get more detergent.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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- Interchangeable heads – Instead of buying a whole new washing up brush when the current one wears out, you simply buy a new head and swap it with the old one.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Best Washing Up Brushes: Top 5 Reviews<\/h2>\n
1. Joseph Joseph 85025 Edge Dish Brush<\/h3>\n
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The Joseph Joseph edge dish brush is popular for its integrated sink rest design. Instead of a hole in the handle for hanging up the brush, it has a side hook that rests the brush on the edge of the sink.<\/p>\n
This saves space and keeps the brush in an easy to access place right on the sink.<\/p>\n
However, it doesn’t always work. While the resting point is designed to be non-slip, many users say both the brush and the sink edge have to be completely dry for the brush to stay put.<\/p>\n
And even then, some users say the brush topples into the sink at the slightest touch, and sometimes gets in the way especially if you have a small sink.<\/p>\n
So keep in mind that the sink rest design doesn’t work on all sinks. Unfortunately, the handle doesn’t have a hole to hang it up with if you are unable to store it on the sink edge.<\/p>\n
As for the brush itself, it\u2019s pretty good at scrubbing dishes clean. The bristles are firm but gentle (safe for non-stick), and they are angled outwards for better access to the edges of dishes.<\/p>\n
The brush head is angled downwards to maintain full contact with the surface of utensils at all times. The curved handle fits perfectly in your grip and it\u2019s non-slip.<\/p>\n
What we like about it:<\/h4>\n
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- Space-saving and convenient sink rest design.<\/li>\n
- Does a great job scrubbing dishes.<\/li>\n
- Safe for non-stick utensils.<\/li>\n
- Includes scraper.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
\n2. 3 x Dishmatic Washing Up Brushes with Heavy Duty Sponge<\/h3>\n
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If you want a washing up brush with an integrated soap dispenser, get this set of three Dishmatic brushes.<\/p>\n
The Dishmatic brushes are not actually brushes in the traditional sense. They don’t come with bristles. Rather, they are sponge holders.<\/p>\n
The pack includes three handles with a sponge attached to each. They are heavy duty sponges that are great for scrubbing pots and pans. You can also order white non-scratch sponges for delicate utensils or black extra heavy duty sponges.<\/p>\n
It\u2019s easy to swap sponges on the handles.<\/p>\n
The handles double up as soap dispensers. You add washing up liquid to the handle, and it dispenses it into the sponge as you wash.<\/p>\n
There are several complaints regarding soap leaking from the handle no matter how you store it. The solution is to add only a little detergent at a time. If you fill up the handle, it\u2019ll leak.<\/p>\n
You can also use the Dishmatic brushes without any detergent added to the handles.<\/p>\n
What we like about it:<\/h4>\n
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- Includes three handles.<\/li>\n
- Easy to replace sponge heads.<\/li>\n
- Integrated soap dispenser.<\/li>\n
- Comfortable and easy to use handle.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
\n3. Addis Ultra Grip Jumbo Dish Brush<\/h3>\n
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If you are looking for a high quality and well designed washing up brush that\u2019s also affordable, we recommend the Addis Jumbo dish brush.<\/p>\n
It features a mixture of stiff and soft bristles, ensuring it can handle all dishwashing needs from washing crockery to scrubbing pots.<\/p>\n
The bristles are angled outwards, making it easy to reach the edges and corners of whatever you are cleaning. You also get a scraper on the brush head for loosening baked-on foods.<\/p>\n
The handle is easy to grip, with a contoured design that moulds perfectly to your hand. It\u2019s also rubberised, which provides a stronger non-slip grip.<\/p>\n
Despite the Jumbo name, the Addis dish brush is no bigger than other brushes. It\u2019s 28cm long and the brush head is 7cm wide.<\/p>\n
It\u2019s perfectly sized for cleaning a wide range of utensils, including jars and wide-mouth bottles.<\/p>\n
What we like about it:<\/h4>\n
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- Low price.<\/li>\n
- Comfortable and non-slip handle.<\/li>\n
- Firm and durable nylon bristles.<\/li>\n
- Includes scraper.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
\n4. Agile Eco Friendly Washing Up Scrubbing Brush & Eco Sponge<\/h3>\n
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If you prefer eco-friendly and non-plastic products, we recommend this natural dish brush set from Agile Home and Garden.<\/p>\n
The set includes three brush heads, one wooden handle and one sponge. Everything is 100% natural, and the packaging is eco-friendly.<\/p>\n
The brush heads include two soft ones made from sisal fibres and one tough one made from sisal and palmyra fibres.<\/p>\n
The handle is made from beech wood, and the sponge is a natural loofah.<\/p>\n
Eco-friendly is good, but how do the Agile brushes stand up to daily dishwashing?<\/p>\n
They are great. The round brush heads with angled bristles can reach any part of a pot or pan. You can switch between the soft and tough brush head depending on what you are cleaning.<\/p>\n
Customers say swapping brush heads is a bit difficult, but it does get easier with time as the securing mechanism gets a bit looser.<\/p>\n
The brush heads are good for 4-8 weeks, after which you should buy new ones. But you can use the same handle for a long time.<\/p>\n
As for the natural loofah, it\u2019s great for washing a wide range of utensils. It soaks up a lot of water and softens once it\u2019s wet. It lasts 4-6 weeks.<\/p>\n
The most important thing with these natural brushes and the natural sponge is to dry them after use. Hang them up in an airy place after each use.<\/p>\n
What we like about it:<\/h4>\n
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- Value pack – includes three brushes, a handle, and a sponge.<\/li>\n
- Eco-friendly brushes and packaging.<\/li>\n
- Bristles are great for cleaning and scrubbing dishes.<\/li>\n
- They look better than other washing up brushes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
\n5. OXO Good Grips Dish Brush with Scraper<\/h3>\n
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- Interchangeable heads – Instead of buying a whole new washing up brush when the current one wears out, you simply buy a new head and swap it with the old one.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
- Soap dispenser – Some brushes incorporate a soap dispenser, so you can keep scrubbing without pausing to get more detergent.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
- Easy to store design – Some brushes incorporate a sink rest, while others have a hanging hole on the handle.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
- Built-in scraper – Our most favourite washing up brushes integrate a scraper into the brush head. This gives you an extra tool to attack foods stuck to utensils.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n