This $50 Electric Spin Scrubber Just Returned My Disgusting Bathtub to its Former Glory

I’ll admit, I went into this expecting to scrub for at least half an hour, but the Casabella had my tub looking spotless in under 15 minutes. I started with the large flat brush, which removed the worst of the dye stains quickly, but I did have to go over some areas twice to fully lift the residue. The angled brush was also crucial for getting into the corners and around the drain—especially where the water had pooled and left a stubborn ring. After that, I swapped to the dome brush to buff out any remaining glaze residue and smooth over the curved areas near the sides of the tub. By the time I was done, it looked like the hair glaze had never happened.

That said, I did run into a couple of minor annoyances. First, the scrubber isn’t exactly weightless—after a few minutes, my arm started feeling it, especially when I was pressing into tougher spots. Also, while the handle extends up to 47.5 inches, I found that it doesn’t lock into place as tightly as I’d like, so there was a little flex when applying pressure. It wasn’t a dealbreaker, but something to keep in mind. Once the tub was clean, I figured I’d keep going and see how it handled the shower tiles and sink—because why stop when you’re on a roll?

By far, the most impressive thing about this scrubber is that it’s completely cordless. Not having to wrestle with a cord or reposition to the next-closest outlet every time I moved made the whole process way more seamless—especially when tackling different surfaces. For shower tiles, I used the angled brush, which did a solid job lifting grime from the grout lines. (But I quickly realized that positioning matters—you have to hold it at just the right angle to get the bristles deep into the grout, and while the spinning motion helps, it’s not a Magic Eraser.) You still need to guide it with some effort, but once I found the right technique, my shower walls looked noticeably brighter. 

Still, when I moved to the sink, I swapped to the dome brush, and this was where the scrubber really impressed me. It buffed out toothpaste residue and water spots instantly, leaving the basin looking shinier than it had in months. The small flat brush was also handy for scrubbing around the faucet, though I did notice that the scrubber’s bulkiness made it tricky to maneuver into tighter corners—I still had to use a sponge for the very edges.

Again, it runs for up to 100 minutes on a full charge, which was more than enough for me to clean my tub, tiles and sink in one go. Yet, it takes about four hours to recharge—and with no indicator light, you’re left guessing when it’s ready. As for storage, I live in a tiny NYC apartment with limited space, so I break it down into smaller pieces and keep it under my sink (though I’ve seen some people hang it up, which I might try next). While the handle is extendable, it doesn’t collapse completely, so if you’re short on storage, just know it’s not the most compact tool (and you’ll have to be fine with it standing upright next to your plunger).

For just under $50, the Casabella Power Spin Scrubber is a smart buy if you want to make deep cleaning faster and less exhausting. The cordless build is by far its best feature, letting you move freely without dealing with tangled cords or limited outlets. And with four interchangeable brush heads, it effectively tackles tubs, tiles and sinks with ease—though you’ll still need to guide it with some effort (especially on tougher stains). Plus, the 100-minute battery life is plenty for a full clean, while the four-hour recharge time with no indicator light is a minor annoyance.

To that end, it’s not perfect. The extendable handle has some flex, making it slightly unstable when applying pressure, and it’s a bit bulky, which means tight corners may still need a sponge. It’s also worth mentioning that the spinning power can sometimes flick dirty water back at you, so be mindful of the angle (and maybe don’t wear your favorite sweatshirt while cleaning). Overall, however, for the price, it’s a highly effective tool that saves time and effort—definitely one I’d recommend adding to your cleaning lineup.