Keep Your Dish Sponge Mold-Free With OXO’s Sink Caddy

Nothing grosses me out more than a sponge left in the bottom of my sink — by my teenagers. It’s a struggle even to get my family members to do their dishes, let alone clean up after themselves when they’re done. Well, I’ve had enough of moldy kitchen sponges and a stinky kitchen sink, so I started looking for a solution, and I think I’ve found it. The OXO Good Grips Sinkware Caddy will be right within my teens’ reach, allowing our sponge and dish scrubber to drain and dry outside of the icky water. 

OXO Good Grips Sinkware Caddy

OXO’s Good Grips Sinkware Caddy provides a compact way to store and drain your dish-cleaning tools. It features a built-in organizer that divides the unit into three sections, complete with a perforated sponge storage compartment. It stores brushes and sponges upright, allowing them to drain into the removable drip tray overnight, and the divider can also be removed for use as an open sink caddy. 

One five-star Amazon reviewer called it the “best dish caddy,” noting that the stainless steel design was sleek and modern, and it held everything they needed — brushes, sponges, and scrubbers. They wrote, “The removable drip tray is easy to clean and keeps water from pooling on the counter … Another solid product from OXO!”

Another shopper has purchased two of these organizers for their home and reports that “both have held up well over time.” They praised the “well thought-out” design for its removable parts, “so you can clean off the residue that builds up from sponges and soap.” They also appreciate the clear drip tray at the bottom, which allows you to see when it needs to be emptied.

A third shopper said that the caddy “Holds everything and now my sink looks nice and neat,” adding that “the multi levels are helpful because my sponge stays elevated and is able to dry out.” 

Sounds like a no-brainer to me, as I’d basically do anything to keep my sponge from growing mold. Plus, $18 for a stainless steel caddy that is bigger than it looks in the photos (according to several shoppers) seems like a reasonable deal. This best-seller also comes in white to match any kitchen scheme. 

No wonder this OXO sink caddy has gotten nearly 13,000 five-star ratings. I’m purchasing one now and hoping it will be a novelty for the kids. I’m even considering snagging OXO’s soap-dispensing dish brush and dish scrubber to go along with it.

For a tidy-looking kitchen, shop these other kitchen organizers — like a bamboo lid organizer and a stainless dish drying rack. Then, maybe your family will get the message, too. 

Shop More Kitchen Organizers at Amazon

Cisily Kitchen Sink Caddy Organizer

Retro Shaw Expandable Bamboo Lid Organizer for Cabinet

Jasiway Expandable Stainless Steel Dish Drying Rack 

Zulay Kitchen Silicone Sponge Holder 

Dowan Rotating Extra-Large Cooking Utensil Holder

At the time of publishing, the price was $18.