The worst part of mopping often isn’t the chore itself, right? It’s wringing out the gross, wet mop head. If the idea of touching dripping, grimy, grossness makes your whole body tense or you have mobility issues that make it difficult in general, we found an ingenious “hands-free” mop and bucket combo that users call “the easiest & most effective mop I’ve ever used!” and the “best mopping system ever.” Best of all, according to our price trackers, this winning cleaning system is currently 20% off, the lowest price it’s been in months.
Essentially like a heavy-duty Swiffer, this flat mop has separate wet and dry sections in the bucket to ensure you’re not just pushing gross water around. It’s also got a built-in squeegee to collect hair and debris!
The cleaning system comes with a machine-washable microfiber pad that can be used wet or dry on many kinds of floors as well as baseboards, ceilings and even windows. (You can buy extra pads, too.) Many reviewers also comment on the pads’ dusting ability when they’re dry.
“The pads are absorbent so even after wringing out the water twice there’s still enough water to mop a decent sized area,” one wrote. “Additionally, the pads can pick up anything that my vacuum cleaner didn’t pick up, making my floors even cleaner.”
Deeming the set a “game changer,” another reviewer says the mop “glides smoothly across my floors, leaves no streaks, and makes cleaning feel effortless,” adding that the compact bucket is easy to move around and store when it’s not in use.
“I like this mop a lot better then others that I have used because I don’t have to touch it and it practically cleans itself,” one wrote. “It cleans, drys the floors so much faster and it’s a space saver.”
The movable head is nimble under furniture and tight spaces thanks to its rounded corners and 360-degree rotating rectangular frame that can be more effective for cleaning than smaller, triangular or circular mops.
This set comes with a telescopic mop handle that can extend up to 50 inches or be folded down for easy storage. The combo weighs less than four pounds (without water), making it easy to move around.
Users say this handy tool has made cleaning easier on their bodies, requiring less bending and force and keeps the dirty water more contained than with other mop/bucket setups.
“To be honest, before getting the Joy Mop I mopped embarrassingly infrequently, but this mop has made it so much easier & quicker to mop that I’m now staying on top of the chore,” one wrote. ”…My floors have never been cleaner.”
Want to know more? Read some of these 5-star reviews of the two-slot, hands-free mop.
“This mop is far superior to what I had been using. It’s simple to use and does a wonderful job cleaning the floor. I’m fond of the feature that squeezes out water and dries the mop, so I’m not carrying around a soaking wet mop. It’s not too heavy nor too light, and the length of the mop is good too. I almost enjoy mopping now. The pads are absorbent so even after wringing out the water twice there’s still enough water to mop a decent sized area. Additionally, the pads can pick up anything that my vacuum cleaner didn’t pick up, making my floors even cleaner.” — Kindle customer
“Love this, it is not overly cumbersome, works great and does not take up allot of room. I like that the ‘mop’ is washable and is absorbent, so it does not leave streaks on the floor. It is not overly heavy so not allot of strain on the back for carrying or emptying. Very easy to clean as well.” — Renee
“I’m back to say, still the BEST MOP I’ve ever had. So much thought was put into this design. The top locks in place with it’s own handle, separate from the bucket carry handle. It TELLS you which side is for what, and which way to put the mop in, AND it’s designed so you can only put it in the correct way! The mop tells you which way to tip up for rinsing or hanging and has a strong magnet to keep it there. The pad has slots to keep it in place while rinsing and the ENTIRE thing velcros in place so it’s not going anywhere while you mop. What really, really impressed me is I mopped a large, very dirty floor. I had to change for fresh water about three times. However, when I was done, this mop pad didn’t even look dirty. True, it’s a grey pad, but I washed in soapy water and that water didn’t get very dirty. I think the squeegee effect the bucket has when rinsing the mop gets all that dirt out with the water- so much better than any squeeze or twist or wring mop. I’ve been mopping floors for over 50 years. Will I keep my steamer? Of course! But I’m also keeping my JOY MOOP. I may get a couple extra, in case this one goes ‘missing’ :D” — Gma S
“I am very pleased, at first I thought it was going to be cheaply made but the handle is very strong and can put pressure on it with out if coming apart. I like that I can mop my walls and floors with the same product. The mop has the proper amount of wetness so things get clean but not dripping.” — Nicole Winter
Looking for more tools for home cleaning and organizing? Check out this list of items for battling clutter by Abigail Abesamis Demarest.
A two-tier under-sink cabinet organizer
Tall cabinets are great and all, but so often a lot of space ends up unused. Enter this two-tier cabinet organizer, with a sliding bottom drawer and hooks on the side. It’s great for organizing extra sponges and cleaning supplies underneath your kitchen sink, or toiletries and extra toilet paper in your bathroom.
These airtight food containers
Create a Pinterest-perfect pantry and keep your food fresh (and away from pests) with these OXO Good Grips containers. Each container in this five-piece set has a corresponding lid that creates an airtight seal when the top button is pressed down. They’re also BPA-free and dishwasher-safe—what more could you want?
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Or this reviewer-beloved and slightly more affordable option
Reviewers also love this affordable 10-piece set from Amazon brand Vtopmart. Each container is made from BPA-free plastic and features a watertight locking lid.
This fireproof document bag
Keep all of your important documents in one safe place (so you know exactly where to find them when you need them) in this briefcase-shaped bag. It’s waterproof and fireproof up to 520 degrees Fahrenheit, and keeps your documents secure with a combination lock.
Stackable sweater boxes
A Container Store exclusive, this sweater box keeps your cozy cool weather knits free of dust during the rest of the year. A clear window makes it easy to know what’s inside, and picking up a certain number of these boxes can help your decluttering process and ensure everything has a place in your closet.
An unassuming wooden shoe cabinet that doubles as decor
If you’re a no-shoes household, this stylish cabinet organizes your shoes while keeping your entryway neat. It has two drawers that flip out for compact storage, plus space to tuck your most-used shoes and house slippers underneath. The manufacturer notes that this cabinet can store between 24 and 32 pairs of shoes.
Clear, stackable plastic organizers
Organize your makeup, office supplies, jewelry and so much more with these clear plastic organizers. This 25-piece set has four different bin sizes plus non-slip pads so they’ll stay in place — even when you’re opening and closing drawers.
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