Best Editor-Loved Holiday Kitchen Cleaning Tools

Between cooking festive recipes and everyday crumby messes, the kitchen tends to be even busier than usual this time of year. Luckily, the right cleaning tools can make a major difference. Not only are these clever gadgets great for holiday cleanup, but after the festivities are over, they’re also a great way to start the new year off on a tidier note.

I scoured Amazon to find the best holiday cleaning tools to ensure the season is chaos-free and sparkling clean. Shop my favorite tools like a KitchenAid handheld vacuum, OXO dish scrubber, Dorai dish drying mat, and Skura Style sponges, starting at just $8.

Best Amazon Holiday Cleaning Tools

KitchenAid Go Cordless Kitchen Vacuum

Ever since I got it last year, this KitchenAid handheld vacuum has become an essential part of my kitchen. This set includes a removable rechargeable battery and two attachments that help reach into tight corners. Grab yours today and save 31%.

OXO Good Grips Soap Dispensing Palm Brush Storage Set

My favorite OXO dish brush dispenses soap and scrubs dishes at the same time. I love that it comes with a storage tray, which traps excess water and soap to prevent drips and scum. The clever tool makes quick work of tough, stuck-on messes — and I’m not the only one singing its praises. It has over 17,100 five-star ratings at Amazon, and more than 5,000 shoppers purchased it in the last month. 

Branch Basics Cleaning Essentials Kit: All-Purpose

I’ve found that most cleaning sprays contain toxins and strong fragrances. In an effort to avoid harsh chemicals in my home, I switched to this essential set from Branch Basics, which includes a 33.8-ounce bottle of cleaning concentrate and three empty, refillable bottles. Once they arrive, simply fill each bottle with the suggested amount of concentrate and water and use them for every household mess.

Dorai Dish Drying Mat

This editor-loved, fast-drying dish drying mat is one of the first things I got for my new kitchen, and I’m already using it regularly. It’s made from diatomaceous earth, a material that absorbs water in seconds, with silicone webbing to protect my pots, pans, and dinnerware. It even folds up for easy storage.

Dawn Powerwash Spray Starter Kit

Grease and baked-on food can feel impossible to scrub off baking sheets and pans, but this powerful spray melts them away in seconds. This Dawn Powerwash dish soap has a whopping 116,000 five-star ratings on Amazon, with shoppers calling it a “miracle in a bottle.”

Jellypig Cordless Vacuum Cleaner

I finally bought a cordless stick vacuum, and I can’t believe I went this long without one. This highly rated, 600-watt model is easy to use, compact to store, and runs up to 70 minutes on a single charge. The powerful suction and lightweight feel make it a pleasure to use. Save 40% when you shop today.

Skura Style Smart Odor-Free Sponges, 4-Pack

Sponges that tell you when it’s time to replace them? That’s the kind of technology that I can get behind. These Skura Style sponges have a logo that fades over time, meaning you’ll never have to guess when it’s time for a new one. They also dry faster than other sponges, so they don’t trap yucky odors.

OXO Good Grips Deep Clean Brush Set

This OXO deep clean brush set is a household workhorse, coming in handy for cleaning kitchen tiles, stovetop grease, sink drain buildup, and more. The set includes a large brush and a small brush with a small silicone wiper blade for those extra-tight crevices.