Quick answer

Use a natural sink scrub like Sink SCRUB™ for tough, dried-on food, grease, and stains on kitchen and bathroom sinks. Reach for an all-purpose cleaning spray like Molly's Suds All Purpose Cleaning Spray for everyday messes on counters, appliances, and fixtures. They complement each other: scrub for abrasive cleaning, spray for quick wipe-downs.

What each cleaner is designed to do

Sink SCRUB™ is a gentle, aromatic scrub made to tackle grimy, smelly sinks. It scrubs away tough dried food and grease, helps buff out scratches on kitchen and bathroom surfaces, and removes stains from natural stone, ceramic, and porcelain. It also trades stinky sink smells for a pleasant aroma.

All Purpose Cleaning Spray is a concentrated formula that cuts through grease, oil, and soap scum. It works on kitchen counters, bathroom surfaces, patios, oven doors, microwaves, and refrigerators. It's designed for versatile, spray-and-wipe cleaning rather than deep scrubbing.

When to use a sink scrub

Choose Sink SCRUB™ when you see dried-on food, grease buildup, or stains that a spray alone won't lift. It's especially useful for kitchen sinks that collect food particles and bathroom sinks with soap scum or hard water spots. The gentle abrasive action helps remove stuck-on messes without scratching most surfaces when used as directed. It also helps neutralize odors, leaving a fresh scent.

When to use an all-purpose spray

Use All Purpose Cleaning Spray for daily maintenance and quick cleanups. It's ideal for wiping down countertops, appliance exteriors, microwave interiors, refrigerator shelves, and bathroom fixtures. Because it's concentrated, you can spray and wipe to remove light grease, oil, and soap scum without rinsing. It's also handy for patio furniture and other outdoor surfaces.

Can you use them together?

Yes. Start with Sink SCRUB™ to break down tough buildup in the sink, then follow with All Purpose Cleaning Spray to sanitize and shine the surrounding area. For everyday cleaning, a spray alone is often enough. For weekly deep cleans, the scrub does the heavy lifting. Just avoid mixing them in the same bottle; use each according to its directions.

Trade-offs at a glance

  • Sink SCRUB™: Abrasive action removes tough buildup but requires more scrubbing effort and is not intended for all surfaces. Best for periodic deep cleans of sinks and tough stains.
  • All Purpose Cleaning Spray: Convenient spray-and-wipe formula works on many surfaces but may not fully remove heavy grease or dried food without scrubbing. Best for daily maintenance and light messes.
  • Using both: Combining them covers everything from deep scrubbing to quick touch-ups, but you'll need to store two products. A practical approach for a thorough cleaning routine.

Product facts

  • Sink SCRUB™ Sink Cleaner: Gently scrubs away tough dried food and grease; helps buff out scratches on kitchen and bathroom surfaces; trades stinky sink smells for a beautiful, nose-pleasing aroma; helps gently remove stains from natural stone, ceramic, and porcelain. This makes it the better choice for deep cleaning sinks with stuck-on messes and odors, especially on delicate surfaces.
  • All Purpose Cleaning Spray: Concentrated formula easily cleans up tough messes; cuts through grease, oil, and soap scum; perfect for cleaning dirty oven doors, microwaves, and refrigerators. This makes it ideal for quick, versatile cleaning across many surfaces, from kitchen appliances to bathroom fixtures.

Which should you choose?

Best for

  • Households dealing with tough sink stains, dried food, or persistent odors
  • Those who prefer a natural, non-toxic sink cleaner for kitchen and bathroom sinks

Not for

  • Quick wipe-downs of large surfaces like counters and appliances (use an all-purpose spray instead)
  • People looking for a single product to clean everything from sinks to stovetops