The Best Shower Mat

The Best Shower Mat

The Best Shower Mat

bathtub mats without suction cups

The Gorilla Grip Bathtub Shower Mat was by far the safest-feeling mat we tried. It should also complement most bathrooms, as the rectangular mat comes in 20 colors while the square version comes in 17 colors.

It securely stays in place. Safety should always be the top priority when you’re choosing a shower mat. The Gorilla Grip mat’s 324 suction cups more easily attached to our tub’s smooth floor and didn’t budge, in contrast to other mats we tested; many of the suction-based mats we tried were time-consuming and physically demanding to install, but the Gorilla Grip mat made each installation a breeze.

It offers solid slip resistance. Though especially soapy surfaces or standing water can interfere with any mat’s grippiness, the Gorilla Grip mat outperformed the others in our testing. This mat did the best job of draining water, a leading cause of slickness, thanks to large holes throughout. It felt secure both when we sat down for a bath and when we stood for a shower, and it didn’t get in the way when we were entering and exiting the tub. Whereas other mats moved beneath us or let our feet slide when we changed position, this mat kept us in place and comfortable.

It’s easy to clean. As with all shower mats, you should hang up the Gorilla Grip mat to dry after every use. However, because its suction cups attach and release relatively easily, this mat was one of the few we tested where hanging it up didn’t feel like a hassle. Sticking it to the wall of the shower to dry was simple. The holes also provide more airflow while it’s drying, helping to keep mildew and mold growth to a minimum. And even if mold or mildew does develop, cleaning is easy: Just toss the mat into the washing machine periodically, and it will come out looking good as new.

It provides full coverage of a tub. This mat gives you a good grip everywhere you might sit or stand. At 35 by 16 inches, it covers most of the bottom of a bathtub; we found that it provided some of the best coverage of the mats we tested. It offers a decently comfortable surface for showers and baths alike, and in our testing it stayed in place even beneath an active dog.

Flaws but not dealbreakers

  • Because this mat relies on suction cups to stay in place, it is not usable in a textured tub or shower, such as one with a tiled floor. If you have a newly refinished tub, you also may want to avoid this mat, as its suction cups could damage the finish.
  • Considering the mix of raised dots, suction cups, and scattered holes in this mat, take extra care if you use accessibility equipment such as a shower chair or a walker—confirm that your equipment’s legs are secure and wobble-free before each use.
  • This mat may not provide full coverage for oversize or oddly shaped showers or baths.

This post was last modified on November 23, 2024 4:03 am