Best Overall
Mrs. Meyer’s Clean Day Multi-Surface Everyday Cleaner
- This eco-friendly, multi-purpose cleaner is non-toxic and safe to use around kids and pets.
This eco-friendly, multi-purpose cleaner is non-toxic and safe to use around kids and pets.
- It’s nearly double the price of similar cleaners.
It’s nearly double the price of similar cleaners.
The non-toxic formula is safe to use in abundance and doesn’t leave behind a strong bleach or chemical scent. Instead, it has a pleasant lemon smell.
We appreciate that the plant-based formula can be used on just about any surface beyond tiles, including to clean hardwood floors, kitchen countertops, and walls.
Because it lacks intense chemicals, it may require a little bit more elbow grease than more traditional shower tile cleaners—but it shouldn’t be enough to deter you from using it regularly.
The only real downside is that it’s about double the price of a traditional chemical-based shower tile cleaner. The upfront cost is similar, but the 16 oz bottle holds about half that of many other options.
Cleaner Type: Liquid | Size: 16 oz | Scent: Lemon | Compatible Tile Types: Most
Best Value
Clorox Bathroom Disinfecting Cleaner
- Fast-acting and very easy to use, this classic cleaner requires minimal scrubbing on your part.
Fast-acting and very easy to use, this classic cleaner requires minimal scrubbing on your part.
- It has a very strong chemical smell that might be too much for those with sensitivities.
It has a very strong chemical smell that might be too much for those with sensitivities.
If you like a shower tile cleaner that gets to work the second you start spraying, you’ll appreciate the Clorox Disinfecting Bathroom Cleaner. The budget-friendly pick is fast-acting and efficient; you can practically see the grime melting off.
The powerful cleaner requires very minimal scrubbing and can pretty much handle the grime on its own without much elbow grease.
It’s much cheaper than similar shower tile cleaners on the list—about the same price as our top pick for a 30-ounce bottle. A small amount is more than enough to wash away buildup, which adds to its appeal.
The chemical scent, on the other hand, is overwhelming, and it might not be a great choice if you are sensitive to fragrance. You might want to consider opening a window or wearing a mask while using this product.
Cleaner Type: Liquid | Size: 30 oz | Scent: Unscented | Compatible Tile Types: Most
Best Foam
Scrubbing Bubbles Grime Fighter Spray
- The spray applicator and foam formula gets hard-to-reach corners and crevices between tiles easily.
The spray applicator and foam formula gets hard-to-reach corners and crevices between tiles easily.
- You may need to let it sit for a few minutes on tough stains.
You may need to let it sit for a few minutes on tough stains.
Scrubbing Bubbles Bathroom Grime Fighter Cleaner is impressively effective with minimal effort. The foaming bathroom cleaner features a convenient spray applicator that allows you to get hard-to-reach spots easily.
It’s also extremely efficient at removing built-up grime without the need for bending down and scrubbing yourself.
Like our "best overall" it boasts multi-surface cleaning power, so you can use it on glazed ceramic tile, stainless steel, chrome, and other materials.
Again, the chemical scent can be overpowering. You also may need to let it sit for a few minutes on tougher stains and caked-on grime, according to some users.
Cleaner Type: Liquid | Size: 32 oz | Scent: Rain Shower | Compatible Tile Types: Most
Best for Mold
Clorox Tilex Mold and Mildew Remover
- This option is highly efficient at tackling built-up messes on a multitude of surfaces.
This option is highly efficient at tackling built-up messes on a multitude of surfaces.
- The spray nozzle applicator can leak.
The spray nozzle applicator can leak.
The Clorox Plus Tilex Mold and Mildew Remover is a serious game changer for cleaning stuck-on shower build-up. The foaming cleaner kills 99.9% of common bacteria found in homes while eliminating mold and mildew.
It requires very little actual scrubbing to be efficient and also works on pretty much every surface (including glazed and unglazed ceramic tile surfaces).
The major drawback users report is that the spray nozzle can leak. It also becomes more difficult to spray as the bottle becomes less full. It’s not a major issue, but you might want to wear gloves.
Cleaner Type: Liquid | Size: 32 oz | Scent: Unscented | Compatible Tile Types: Most
Best for Soap Scum
Scrub Free Total Bathroom Cleaner Plus OxiClean
- This spray foam comes out generously and easily covers large surfaces for efficient cleaning.
This spray foam comes out generously and easily covers large surfaces for efficient cleaning.
- It’s abrasive on the hands—gloves are recommended.
It’s abrasive on the hands—gloves are recommended.
The Scrub Free with OxiClean Soap Scum Bathroom Cleaner is extremely effective at targeting soap scum and grime with little scrubbing.
The spray comes out generously and will quickly cover large surfaces for more efficiently cleaning big areas of tile.
We also really like that this option has a fresh lemon scent. Unlike similar options, which can often smell very chemical-heavy, this one is refreshing without being overpowering.
Although this option isn’t as strong-smelling as other chemical cleaners, it’s still pretty abrasive on the hands. We recommend wearing gloves in order to protect your skin from potentially harmful chemicals.
Cleaner Type: Liquid | Size: 32 oz | Scent: Lemon | Compatible Tile Types: Most
Best for Granite
Weiman Disinfectant Granite Daily Clean and Shine
- This affordable cleaner requires very little product to get the job done.
This affordable cleaner requires very little product to get the job done.
- It leaves a bit of film behind.
It leaves a bit of film behind.
Dealing with granite or quartz tile can be a bit stressful—which is why we appreciate the Weiman Granite and Stone Daily Clean and Shine with Disinfectant. It’s extremely gentle on granite and stone so you won’t have to worry about scratching or chipping.
It’s surprisingly budget-friendly—you don’t need a whole lot in order to achieve an efficient clean. Users report that a very small amount can provide immediate results without having to scrub much at all.
The one negative is that some users have noticed a film on the tiles after using the cleaner. It should come off with regular use of the shower, but it can be frustrating not to get perfectly sparkling results.
Cleaner Type: Liquid | Size: 24 oz | Scent: Citrus | Compatible Tile Types: Granite and stone
Best for Grout
Stardrops The Pink Stuff
- This multi-surface option is gentle on delicate surfaces while still providing a thorough clean.
This multi-surface option is gentle on delicate surfaces while still providing a thorough clean.
- The rhubarb scent might not appeal to everyone.
The rhubarb scent might not appeal to everyone.
It can be tough to clean grout. In fact, it’s so frequently overlooked that you might be shocked when you do finally put in the work to clean between your tiles.
The Pink Stuff by Stardrops proprietary formula works to clean grime that's been stuck on for years. We like how easy this option is to use on pretty much any surface, including granite.
It definitely has a different scent than many of the chemical cleaners out there—rhubarb—which some people might prefer, but it’s distinct and might not appeal to everyone.
Cleaner Type: Paste | Size: 18 oz | Scent: Rhubarb | Compatible Tile Types: Most
Best for Hard Water Stains
Lysol Power Foaming Cleaning Spray
- This option prevents bacteria, including mold and mildew, from developing as quickly.
This option prevents bacteria, including mold and mildew, from developing as quickly.
- The nozzle doesn’t deliver a smooth, even spray.
The nozzle doesn’t deliver a smooth, even spray.
Hard water stains are a pain to get rid of and can require specific cleaning products, like Lysol's Power Bathroom Cleaner, to actually get the job done.
It requires very minimal scrubbing (even on lingering stains) and is effective on all surfaces so you don’t have to worry about scratching stone or granite finishes.
We appreciate that it doesn’t just remove stains—it actually prevents further bacteria (including mold and mildew) from growing. It also removes 99.9% of common bathroom viruses in one swipe.
One issue that several users noted is that the spray nozzle doesn’t distribute the product evenly or neatly. You may notice concentrated bursts of product that need to be wiped around.
Cleaner Type: Liquid | Size: 32 oz | Scent: Ocean | Compatible Tile Types: Porcelain
Best Plant-Based
Method Bathroom Cleaner Tub + Tile
- The pleasant smell and plant-based formula make this a lovely option to use.
The pleasant smell and plant-based formula make this a lovely option to use.
- It doesn’t work as well on tough stains like build up from hard water and soap.
It doesn’t work as well on tough stains like build up from hard water and soap.
Looking for an environmentally friendly alternative that’ll work just as well as the strong stuff? The Method Bathroom Cleaner is made of a non-toxic, plant-based formula that tackles dirty grout and tile like a pro.
It’s non-toxic and safe to use around pets and babies—but is just as effective as chemical-based products. Despite the more natural formula, you shouldn’t have to scrub all that much to achieve a clean shower.
The plant-based formula also has a really pleasant eucalyptus and mint scent reminiscent of a spa that makes it stand out from other options.
While it should be very effective on standard shower clean, the Method Bathroom Cleaner doesn’t work as well on tough dirt and grime, like hard water stains and soap scum, users say.
Cleaner Type: Liquid | Size: 28 oz | Scent: Eucalyptus mint | Compatible Tile Types: Multi-surface