This $9 All-in-One Tool Saves Me So Much Time Dishwashing

Picture this: You’re running late to work — attempting to scarf down a half-frozen Trader Joe’s hash brown you haphazardly threw in the toaster just minutes before — and the tornado of dirty dishes left in the sink resigns itself to becoming the casualty of your hurried exit. And after a long day, the last thing you want to do is tackle those dishes that were designated as a “future you” problem.

Be that as it may, the dishes must be done. So why not add some ease (and fun!) to your dishwashing routine? This all-in-one dish soap dispenser and sponge holder from S&T Inc. has made washing my dishes hassle-free and even a little more enjoyable. It also costs under $10, is refillable, and has no less than a 4.3 rating on Amazon. 

To fill the soap tray, remove the lid/sponge tray and pour the dish soap into the clear compartment. Once filled (it can hold up to 13 ounces), snap the lid back into place and press your sponge of choice down into the tray (mine happens to be the Scrub Daddy). 

The soap will disperse into the sponge, creating just the right amount of suds to scrub your dishes until they’re squeaky clean once again. With this dispenser, all you have to do is reach your sponge over to the tray and replenish the dish soap in one fell swoop. Bid adieu to having to pause multiple times in the middle of cleaning a sink full of dishes to pick up the bottle of soap! 

Not only can you buy soap in bulk to fill this nifty countertop device, but you can neatly rest your sponge in the sponge-shaped tray. This soap dispenser happens to fit flawlessly next to my sink faucet, thanks to its compact design and non-slip bottom. It’s a must-have kitchen accessory if you want to limit sink clutter and make the chore of washing dishes more efficient. The dispenser is easy to take apart to clean, too.

One drawback to this all-in-one soap tray is the metallic finish tarnishes fairly easily; I’ve only had this tray for eight months and it’s already showing signs of wear and tear. But given its affordability, a bit of scuffing is a minor hiccup in the pursuit of effortless kitchen cleanliness.

Buy: S&T Inc. Dish Soap Dispenser and Sponge Holder, $8.99 (normally $10.99)