Best Overall
KH-7 Super Degreaser
Why You Should Get It: It’s a multipurpose formula that can be used on grills, tires, and clothes.
Keep in Mind: Although you can use it on some fabrics, avoid using it on leather, wool, and dyed fabrics.
For getting rid of caked-on grease and grime, the KH-7 Super Degreaser is our top overall pick. The spray features a concentrated formula that dissolves grease quickly from hard surfaces like grills and stoves. It’s also strong enough to clean car tires and boats, and it can even lift tough stains from clothes and shoes.
We like that it’s water-based and free from phosphates or other harsh chemicals. This means that it’s safe to use on food surfaces like countertops and cookware. It also doesn’t contain fragrance, making it a good option for anyone who is sensitive to artificial scents.
Using it is straightforward—simply spray it on the stain, wait a few minutes, and wipe the surface with a damp cloth. This KH-7 degreaser is most effective on fresh stains, so if a stain has been there for a while, it might take some elbow grease to get it out.
Avoid using the degreaser on varnishes, glossy surfaces, wool, leather, dyed fabrics, or plastic or fluorescent light fixtures, as it may damage them.
Product Details: Size: 25 fluid ounces | Formula Type: Spray | Usage: Ovens, stoves, grills, food surfaces | Scent: Unscented
Best Budget
Lysol Kitchen Pro Cleaner
Why You Should Get It: It’s an affordable degreaser that can remove grease stains and disinfect surfaces.
Keep in Mind: Be prepared to rinse with water if you use this degreaser on food-grade surfaces like countertops and dining tables.
If you need a degreaser spray that can effectively clean your kitchen and bathroom, the citrus-scented Lysol Kitchen Pro Antibacterial Cleaner is one of the best. It removes grease and residue from countertops, appliances, and cabinets without a lot of scrubbing, and has no harsh chemical smell.
In addition to being a degreaser, the spray is also antibacterial and can kill 99.9% of viruses, including salmonella and COVID-19. Just make sure you leave it on for a full five minutes before wiping it off to completely disinfect surfaces.
Also keep in mind that you can’t use this degreaser on food-grade surfaces like inside your stove or countertop unless you’re prepared to thoroughly rinse it afterward.
Product Details: Size: 22 ounces | Formula Type: Spray | Usage: Appliance exteriors, counters, and sinks | Scent: Citrus
Best for Kitchens
Krud Kutter Cleaner/Degreaser
Why You Should Get It: It’s EPA Safer Choice certified, making it a more eco-friendly option to use in your kitchen and the rest of your home.
Keep in Mind: It’s not antibacterial.
If you’re looking for an all-purpose cleaner that removes grease and build-up from stoves, countertops, and walls, then the Krud Kutter Kitchen Degreaser is the one for the job. It’s EPA Safer Choice certified, which means that it contains safer ingredients for humans and the environment.
Just keep in mind that it doesn’t have any antibacterial properties, so it can’t be used to sanitize areas where raw meat or fish are being prepared.
You can also use this degreaser on carpets and fabrics, although we recommend you do a spot test beforehand. The degreaser is fragrance-free, so you won’t have to deal with unpleasant chemical odors while you clean.
Product Details: Size: 32 ounces | Formula Type: Spray | Usage: Countertops, fabrics, carpet, granite, stoves, and grills | Scent: Unscented
Best Automotive
Purple Power Industrial Cleaner and Degreaser
Why You Should Get It: It’s biodegradable and non-flammable.
Keep in Mind: Take proper safety precautions like wearing a mask or goggles and being in a well-ventilated area when cleaning with this degreaser.
Removing gunk and oil stains from vehicles often requires specific cleaning products, especially if you’re washing a dirty car engine or tires. That’s why the Purple Power Degreaser should be kept on hand in your garage.
The industrial cleaner is specially designed to wash away build-up from tires, floor mats, and wheel wells—at a wallet-friendly price. It’s also biodegradable, non-flammable, and non-abrasive.
The only downside is that it emits strong fumes which could be irritating for some people. To stay safe, it’s best to use Purple Power in well-ventilated areas and wear a mask and proper eye protection.
Product Details: Size: 1 gallon | Formula Type: Liquid | Usage: Auto, painted surfaces, engines | Scent: Not listed
Best Scented
Method Heavy Duty Degreaser
Why You Should Get It: It contains plant-based ingredients.
Keep in Mind: It's not EWG- or EPA Safer Choice-certified.
If you prefer a product that can deep clean and smells great, go for the Method Heavy Duty Degreaser. It features a plant-based formula without harmful parabens or phthalates. The affordable degreaser is also cruelty free, so the formula hasn’t been tested on animals.
The bottle is made of 100% recycled plastic and is recyclable, making it a more environmentally-friendly choice. You also get a refreshing lemongrass scent on your surfaces when you use this spray. However, if you prefer a fragrance-free option, it may not be the best choice for you.
Overall though, it's is a great all-purpose cleaner for cutting grease from walls, range hoods, microwaves, and burner grates as well as cleaning burnt messes from pots and pans. We love that you can use it to clean the inside of your oven, too.
Product Details: Size: 28 ounces | Formula Type: Spray | Usage: Kitchen | Scent: Lemongrass
Best Heavy-Duty
Zep Heavy-Duty Degreaser
Why You Should Get It: It has a citrus scent and can remove grease, oil, and adhesive.
Keep in Mind: You should avoid spraying this degreaser on glass, stone, leather, or the outside of your car.
The Zep Heavy-Duty Degreaser features a powerful citrus-based solvent especially designed to work on all kinds of grimy areas—without the harmful fumes that you get with other industrial cleaners. It’s a full-strength all-purpose cleaner that you can use to remove heavy oil and grease stains from concrete driveways and car engines.
You can also use it to remove adhesive, and it can be used on tools, stainless steel, aluminum, and more. You can also use it to strip away grease from cookware, burners, grills, and kitchen cabinets.
However, you’ll want to avoid using the degreaser on glass, natural stone surfaces, leather car seats, or car exteriors as you may wind up stripping or damaging the surfaces.
Product Details: Size: 24 ounces | Formula Type: Spray | Usage: Appliances, grills, concrete, car engines, tools, stainless steel, and aluminum | Scent: Citrus
Best for Stoves
Easy-Off Heavy Duty Oven Cleaner
Why You Should Get It: It’s specially formulated to cut grease inside and outside your oven.
Keep in Mind: You need to make sure your area is well-ventilated before spraying.
When it comes to cleaning your stove or oven, the Easy-Off Heavy Duty Oven Cleaner is the best option to make your appliances clean and shiny. We love that this degreaser is heavy-duty, so there is no need for harsh scrubbing to get rid of burnt food and grease on notoriously hard-to-clean surfaces like barbecue grills and broilers.
One of our editors has tried several different degreasers, and this one is by far their favorite. Not only can it be used on the surface of the stove, but it can also be used to clean the inside of your oven. It’s also easy to use—simply spray it on the area you want to clean and wait a few minutes before wiping it off.
For more stuck-on messes, you may have to leave the degreaser on longer so it can fully penetrate the grease. Keep in mind that the Easy-Off gives off strong fumes, so make sure you’re in a well-ventilated area and wear gloves while cleaning with it.
Product Details: Size: 14.5 ounces | Formula Type: Aerosol | Usage: Stovetops, ovens, grills | Scent: Fresh
Best for Cabinets
Rejuvenate Cabinet and Furniture Cleaner
- This cleaner works on all types of kitchen cabinets, including painted wood and laminate.
This cleaner works on all types of kitchen cabinets, including painted wood and laminate.
- It’s not recommended for use in temperatures above 90 degrees Fahrenheit.
It’s not recommended for use in temperatures above 90 degrees Fahrenheit.
The Rejuvenate Cabinet and Furniture Cleaner is a great choice for cleaning kitchen cabinets because it works on all types of materials, including hardwood, laminate, painted furniture, Formica, and finished wood. Not only does it clean and add shine back to your kitchen cabinets, it removes dirt and grime without leaving streaks behind.
The Rejuvenate cleanser is safe for frequent use because it’s water-based and non-abrasive, with a pH-balanced formula that can remove daily grime or more intense build-up from years of cooking. It’s even meant to remove the waxy build-up that other cleaners tend to leave behind, bringing your cabinets back to their original luster.
To use, simply spray directly onto furniture or onto a microfiber mitt (you can find the brand’s own here), and wipe off thoroughly. However, it’s not really meant to be used on other surfaces that aren’t kitchen counters, and it’s also not recommended for use in temperatures above 90 degrees Fahrenheit.
Product Details: Size: 24 ounces | Formula Type: Spray | Usage: Hardwood, Laminate, and Finished Wood Cabinets and Furniture | Scent: Lemon
Best for Grills
Goo Gone Grill and Grate Cleaner
- This foaming citrus-scented cleanser works on both the interior and exterior of grills.
This foaming citrus-scented cleanser works on both the interior and exterior of grills.
- To resume grilling, you’ll need to rinse thoroughly with water and let the grill completely air dry.
To resume grilling, you’ll need to rinse thoroughly with water and let the grill completely air dry.
The Goo Gone Grill and Grate Cleaner is a gel-to-foam degreaser that works on the interior and exterior of pellet grills, electric smokers, and gas grills. The biodegradable citrus-scented formula is safe on food-prep surfaces, removes grease, and also helps to prevent corrosion while reducing smoke and flare-ups while cooking.
It helps to get rid of caked-on food and baked-on deposits that can affect the taste of the food. To use, take the grate off the grill (after cleaning with a grill brush first). After spraying, let the foam sit for up to 10 minutes, then scrub or brush debris off. For the exterior, simply spray and wipe down.
Rinse any surfaces thoroughly with water and let it completely air dry before resuming grilling or smoking. To keep your grill safe from damage, avoid spraying on thermostats, heating elements, faux aluminum, or switches. And because it’s more of a heavy duty cleanser, it’s not meant to be used daily or every time you grill.
Product Details: Size: 24 ounces | Formula Type: Spray | Usage: Pellet Grills, Electric Smokers, Gas Grill Grates, Drip Pans, Grill Exteriors, Cooking Grates/Racks | Scent: Citrus