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Scrubbing a shower on your knees is nobody’s idea of fun. An electric spin scrubber does the scrubbing for you: a spinning brush on a handle that you hold against tile, grout, tubs and sinks. The right one depends on how much reaching you do and how tough your grime is.
Quick picks
- Best overall, with a long handle: Homtronics 15-in-1 Electric Spin Scrubber
- Best for grout and small spots: Rubbermaid Reveal Power Scrubber
- Best budget, if you own a drill: Drillbrush Scrub Brush Drill Kit
How we picked
We compared popular spin scrubbers sold on Amazon.ca by handle length, battery, brush heads and what buyers say after weeks of use, especially about battery life and how well the heads stay on. We haven’t used these ourselves yet. If that changes, we’ll say so here.
1. Homtronics 15-in-1 Electric Spin Scrubber: best overall
This cordless scrubber has an adjustable long handle, so you can reach the top of the shower and the floor of the tub without bending. It comes with 10 brush heads for flat tile, corners and grout. Homtronics says it runs up to 120 minutes per charge and is fully waterproof.
Good to know:
- Long handle saves your back and knees
- Lots of heads for different jobs
- Downside: it won’t power through very built-up soap scum on its own. Pair it with a good cleaner.
Skip it if: you mainly need to scrub small grout lines up close. The Rubbermaid is easier to control.
2. Rubbermaid Reveal Power Scrubber: best for grout and small spots
A small handheld scrubber that’s easy to aim at grout lines, faucets, sink edges and the gunk around the tub. It’s light and runs on regular AA batteries, so there’s nothing to charge.
Good to know:
- Light and easy to control in tight spots
- Separate grout head available
- Downsides: no long handle, and you’ll be buying batteries
Skip it if: you want to clean the whole shower standing up. Get a long-handle model.
3. Drillbrush Scrub Brush Drill Kit: best budget pick
If you already own a cordless drill, these brush heads turn it into a very strong scrubber for a small price. The kit has a few sizes and shapes for tile, tubs and corners. It’s the most power for the money on this list.
Good to know:
- Very low cost if you have a drill
- Drill power handles tough grime
- Downsides: drills aren’t waterproof, so keep yours away from running water, and it’s heavier in the hand
Skip it if: you don’t own a drill, or you’d rather not use one in a wet shower.
4. Ryobi ONE+ Telescoping Power Scrubber: best if you already have Ryobi batteries
Ryobi’s scrubber has a telescoping handle and a head that tilts, and it’s built to handle water. It uses Ryobi’s 18V ONE+ batteries, which many Canadian homes already have for their drills and yard tools.
Good to know:
- Strong motor with a long reach
- Also handy for decks, patio furniture and cars
- Downside: the battery and charger are sold separately
Skip it if: you don’t own Ryobi batteries. Buying them makes it the priciest option here.
Side by side
| Scrubber | Best for | Power | Long handle |
|---|---|---|---|
| Homtronics 15-in-1 | Whole shower and tub | Rechargeable | Yes, adjustable |
| Rubbermaid Reveal | Grout, faucets, small spots | AA batteries | No |
| Drillbrush Kit | Tough grime on a budget | Your drill | No |
| Ryobi ONE+ Scrubber | Ryobi owners, decks and cars too | Ryobi 18V battery | Yes, telescoping |
What to look for
- Handle: a long or telescoping handle is the big back-saver for showers and tubs.
- Brush heads: look for a flat head, a dome or corner head, and a small grout head.
- Battery: rechargeable is cheaper over time. Check how long it runs per charge.
- Water resistance: it’ll get splashed, so make sure the maker says it’s water-resistant.
Questions people ask
Do spin scrubbers really clean grout?
Yes, with a small stiff head and a grout cleaner. Let the cleaner sit for a few minutes first, then scrub.
Will they scratch my tub?
Use the soft heads on acrylic and fibreglass tubs, and save the stiff ones for tile and grout. Test a hidden spot first.
Can I use one outside the bathroom?
Yes. People use them on kitchen sinks, stove tops, baseboards, patio furniture and car wheels.
Bottom line
For most bathrooms, a long-handle cordless scrubber like the Homtronics is the one that gets used every week. For grout and detail work, add the small Rubbermaid Reveal. If you own a drill and want the cheapest option, the Drillbrush kit is hard to beat.
