8 Best Bath Mats [Tested and Reviewed]

Whether for a large family, singles, or couples, we recommend the Bath Rug by Gorilla Grip to any household. Firstly, it excelled in our absorption test, indicating that multiple people could use it without it becoming soggy.

Additionally, the mat is super cozy and comfortable, with one tester praising, "The soft, long-pile microfiber feels pleasant and like it's enveloping the feet". In our quick-drying test, the water content reduced by 92.7% after five hours, meaning it was almost completely dry. Therefore, it can be comfortably used from morning to night.

Another advantage is its strong anti-slip grip underneath. Even when stepping on the mat or pushing your foot against it, it stays put, so it’s safer for little ones and the elderly. Finally, it’s both washer and dryer safe, making it easy to keep clean.

Given that it performed superbly in all our tests, this product should be your first choice if you're unsure which bath mat to go for.

If you’re looking for a matching set, consider this pack of two bath mats from H. Versailtex. The larger mat is in the standard 20x30-inch size, suitable for a shower room or regular tub, while the smaller 17x24-inch design can be placed in front of a sink.

The soft microfiber material is cut in different thicknesses, snugly fitting in between your toes and earning it high ratings for its feel. It’s highly absorbent and both machine washable and dryer-safe too, making it a great choice for busy family homes.

In our tests, 88.4% of moisture had evaporated five hours after getting it wet, so it will be dry enough to use for both your evening bath and morning shower.

With an effective anti-slip coating too, this bath mat is the perfect product for families and larger households, as well as individuals who prioritize absorbency.

BELADOR's Bathroom Rug is a hit thanks to its wide range of color options, making it easy to choose one that suits your decor.

Scoring well for absorbency, this mat will soak up all the water, even when used by multiple people. It also boasts a moisture-loss score of 92.6%, so it will be comfortably dry in the morning after use the night before. Another bonus is that it is machine washable and dryer safe, making it a breeze to care for.

However, the mat falls short in terms of comfort. It’s too thin and lacks cushioning, so you can feel the hard floor beneath you when stepping on it. Nonetheless, its high absorbency, anti-slip features, and quick-drying capabilities still make it a suitable bath mat for households with multiple users.

Genteele’s bath mat has a strong anti-slip grip and is both machine washable and dryer-safe, making it ideal for busy households with small children. Made with thick polyurethane foam, it’s soft and comfortable too.

Furthermore, in our drying tests, its water content decreased by 86%, so if someone takes a bath the night before, it will be mostly dry for use the next morning.

However, its absorbency was a little disappointing. You’ll have to ensure you dry it out properly in between uses so the next person doesn’t have to step out onto a damp mat.

The Bath Rug from Walensee lives up to its name with its distinctive shaggy microfiber fabric. We also liked that it’s available in a variety of colors and sizes to suit your space and decor.

The rug has high absorbency, so even when used by the whole family, you can avoid the uncomfortable feeling of stepping on a soggy bath mat. The fluffy, long-pile fabric is as soft and comfortable as it looks, with our testers loving the feel of the fibers cushioning their feet. It is also easy to keep clean and features the desirable anti-slip grip.

On the downside, during our quick-drying test, the moisture rate of this mat dropped by only 44.7% five hours after being soaked, earning it a low score. While it is absorbent, it will need time to dry out properly between uses.

This classic pure cotton mat from Utopia Towels is much less bulky than others, making it easy to store. It’s also available in a wide range of colors to suit your bathroom’s style.

Despite being thin, this mat showed high absorbency in our tests. It can also be thrown into the dryer as well as the washing machine, so care and maintenance are straightforward.

However, it did not receive such positive reviews for its texture, with comments such as, "It feels like a rigid bath towel, not fluffy or soft." Its lack of an anti-slip grip also means that it moves frequently when you wipe your feet, so it’s not as safe for children.

Unfortunately, its moisture reduction rate was also fairly low at 73.8%. If you use this mat both in the morning and at night, it will probably still be damp. Overall, while its slow drying time is a drawback, it could be an option for those who prefer a firmer feel or who live alone and only shower once a day.

The biggest draw of this mat by Yimobra is that it combines memory foam beneath a layer of velvet microfiber, making it extra soft and comfy on hard or cold flooring.

Other appealing features are that it is machine washable and dryer safe, and it has a very effective anti-slip grip to keep the whole family safe when getting out of the shower or bath.

However, since the mat's water absorption is relatively low, it won’t be so pleasant to use if used by multiple people throughout the day. As for its quick-drying ability, its water content only decreased by 72.8%. This is a downside for households where a bath mat is used both in the morning and at night, as it will probably remain damp.

MontVoo’s Thin Bath Mat is a simple option topped with fake suede. One of its benefits is that, unlike high-pile mats, its smooth surface is less likely to trap dust and hair. It can also fit under a door.

The rubber backing made it extra resistant to slipping and shifting when moved around, earning high praise from our testers. It might prove useful for households with kids or those with limited mobility. During our softness and comfort test, it lacked fluffiness, but reviewers liked the smooth feel of the faux suede.

Sadly, there are several downsides to this mat. Its rate of moisture reduction was low at 78.7%, even 5 hours after soaking it. This mat might not dry completely overnight, especially during the colder months. Finally, tests found its absorbency to be inadequate; it can also only be hand-washed, making it a hassle to clean.