Best Bathroom Essentials of 2027

What separates the best bathroom essentials on this page?

The scores run from 8.4 down to 7.0, and the gap is mostly about verified performance and materials. The OXO Good Grips Toilet Brush with Rim-Cleaner Head sits at 8.4 and $34.79: Reviewed.com named it a top performer, clearing test debris in 5 swipes with angled bristles, and the ventilated drip tray cuts standing water. The SONGMICS 3-Tier Bamboo Over-the-Toilet Storage follows at 8.1 and $64.99, with 33 lb per-shelf capacity and a 4.5-star rating across 6,561+ reviews on SONGMICS' own page.

Two caddies tie at 7.6: the OXO Good Grips 3-Tier Aluminum Shower Caddy at $59.99 and the simplehuman Adjustable Shower Caddy at $60. The OXO uses rustproof anodized aluminum and a tool-free hook-and-suction install; the simplehuman adds a quick-adjust dial and a 5-year warranty. The Lands' End Supima Cotton Non-Skid Bath Rug scores 7.5 at $38.97, the LiBa PEVA 8G Shower Curtain Liner 7.2 at $16.99, the Zadro Large Hot Towel Warmer Bucket 7.1 at ~$169.99–$199.99, and the Gorilla Grip Patented Bath Tub Shower Mat 7.0 at $24.99.

What should you check before buying bathroom essentials?

Our scoring weights materials and build at 30, functionality at 25, independent review consensus at 20, ease of care at 15, and value at 10. That order tells you where the risk sits.

• Materials: bamboo needs to stay dry to avoid warping; anodized aluminum and stainless steel resist a wet shower better than painted metal or plastic.
• Fit and surface: suction mats only hold on a smooth tub floor, not textured surfaces. Over-the-toilet shelves need the right footprint.
• Exact listing: SONGMICS sells near-identical model numbers — confirm UBTS01BR. The LiBa liner and Lands' End rug also come in many size and color variants under similar names.
• Ongoing cost: the OXO toilet brush uses replaceable heads sold separately; the caddy price is for the base unit, not bundle variants.

Cleaning and everyday use

For a toilet brush that performs in tests, the OXO Good Grips Toilet Brush with Rim-Cleaner Head is the pick. For tub grip, the Gorilla Grip Patented Bath Tub Shower Mat uses 300+ suction cups and drainage holes, and it is BPA- and phthalate-free.

Storage and shower setup

If you want shelf space over the toilet, the SONGMICS 3-Tier Bamboo Over-the-Toilet Storage holds 33 lb per shelf. In the shower, choose the OXO Good Grips 3-Tier Aluminum Shower Caddy for tool-free install, or the simplehuman Adjustable Shower Caddy for the quick-adjust dial and 5-year warranty.

Comfort and soft goods

The Lands' End Supima Cotton Non-Skid Bath Rug suits a dry-floor grip need, the LiBa PEVA 8G Shower Curtain Liner handles billowing with weighted magnets, and the Zadro Large Hot Towel Warmer Bucket fits a full 40x70 in towel or robe with a 15/30/45/60-minute timer.

For a tested toilet brush, the OXO Good Grips Toilet Brush with Rim-Cleaner Head is the one to get. If you need over-the-toilet storage, the SONGMICS 3-Tier Bamboo Over-the-Toilet Storage holds 33 lb per shelf, while the simplehuman Adjustable Shower Caddy suits anyone who wants a quick-adjust dial and a 5-year warranty. For a warm towel after a shower, the Zadro Large Hot Towel Warmer Bucket fits a full 40x70 in towel or robe.