OXO Good Grips Stainless Steel Soap Dispensing Sponge Holder - Clear One Size

I found a few different options for this type of device, but chose OXO because I've always had good luck with this brand. This device is such a simple concept that it has me wondering why it took so long for someone to think of it. It dispenses the perfect amount of dish soap to wash a few dishes or clean countertops, etc. with a single pump. You rinsed sponge is then suspended on a perforated tray with adequate air circulation to keep it fresher longer. Pros: ---This unit will pay for itself by dispensing more controlled amounts of dish soap ---Easy to set up ---Easy to use ---Air circulation allows the sponge to dry vs sitting on a solid surface creating and harboring excess bacteria ---Takes up little counter space ---Unit is attractive ---I also use it with a dishcloth or paper towels to dispense small amounts of soap for certain jobs such as cleaning animal bowls, floor spills and such ---Unit uses a dime sized squirt of soap vs. free flow pour. Big $$$$ savings. Cons: ---Initial investment might seem a bit pricey, but considering the quality, convenience and long term cost savings, it's totally worth it. Read more

I've discovered there are two types of people in this world: those who clean their dishes with a sponge and those who don't. We're the ones who use sponges, and we're constantly looking for a place to put the sponge. I'm not sure how I found this product, but I'm glad I did. It is the perfect fit for holding a sponge, and it doubles as a really nice soap dispenser (which is helpful when you buy soap in bulk from Costco). We've had our dispenser for at least a year, and when we moved to a new house with a basement kitchen, I purchased another one of these. I love it so much, I also bought one for work. So far none of the 3 I have purchased have rusted, and they are all holding up really nice. We haven't had no issues we leaking or anything. The drip tray does get water in it sometimes, but it's easy enough to clean out. This a great product I highly recommend. Nice work, Oxo! Pros: well-designed product with good quality for holding a sponge and dispensing soap Cons: I can't think of any Read more

Works perfect no mess! Very well made. Read more

I've been ambivalent about OXO products. Some have to be returned due to product failure, while others are happy additions to my kitchenware. This soap dispensing sponge holder is another happy addition. It fits readily on the backsplash of my kitchen sink, suitable for either a standard rectangular sponge or a Sponge Mommy/Sponge Daddy. I noticed that one reviewer commented about it not pumping enough soap. That was not the case for my dispenser. After one pump (without using the excess soap left on the dispenser -- shown in the second photo), I had enough soap to wash a full sink of dishes. Perhaps it's due to a difference in brand of dish washing liquid? I prefer to use Dawn. I do have one "ick" factor associated with the dispenser, and for that I'm deducting one star. I'd deduct more stars if this wasn't an easily resolved issue. It involves the receptacle that catches unused soap, and water from the sponge when you pump. It creates a grey brew that easily grows bacteria and has potential for mold. I empty it out and wash it out daily to keep it clean. An aside: if you don't empty it, that receptacle will overflow. Only time will tell how long the dispenser holds up. It's totally plastic.... which is not my favorite due to findings about microplastics. Perhaps OXO might reconsider the design with metallic parts as microplastic research escalates. Read more

Such a cool little contraption. It makes washing dishes a "one step action" - just push down and begin washing which I LOVE. There’s just something so nice about just picking up the sponge and scrubbing - no need to grab soap bottles or hold a wet sponge under a finicky sensor. I’ve had guests help out with the dishes and comment on how awesome this thing is. Plus the saved counter space since sponge holder and dish soap are combined. Sponge dries very quickly and the encased drain catches the water which eventually evaporates (with the extra bonus benefit of never having to clean the internal drain since it’s not visible and the sponge & soap don’t actually touch it). Literally the only upkeep required is a quick wipe down every once in a while to keep it looking super elegant on the counter. I find this way more user friendly than fancy automatic dispensers without the extra worry of having to buy compatible refills (I’m looking at you simplehuman). A simple yet absolutely seamless, fantastic design. Read more