I Have a Leg Injury, and This Extendable Spin Scrubber Has Been a Lifesaver in Keeping My Bathroom Spotless (2024)

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A bathtub isn’t easy to clean on a good day, so after I got surgery on my torn Achilles tendon, I had basically given up all hope at getting it thoroughly cleaned. Since I’m on crutches and unable to put weight on one foot, bending over to scrub at the tub and tile walls is impossible. I’m not about to risk falling over and reinjuring myself, as much as it irks me to not to wipe it down like I’m used to. So, I resigned myself to rinsing the tub out with my showerhead and hoping for the best until I can finally stand on both feet.

That is, until I remembered that extendable electric spin scrubbers exist, and I realized that I had a shot at getting my bathroom spotless even while I’m injured. I still own (and love) my handheld scrubber, but I needed something with a long arm to reach all of the corners that I can’t. A quick Amazon search shows that there are a substantial amount on the market, varying in price and quality, but I wanted something that would last even after my injury heals. After all, an extendable scrubber will make anyone’s cleaning routine easier, eliminating the pain of squatting and hunching over. Durable, powerful, and totally sleek, HOTO’s version has checked all of the boxes. Keep reading to find out why I’ll never clean without it.

What is the HOTO Electric Spin Scrubber?

There’s no question that the bit of extra cash is worth it for this deluxe gadget. Firstly, even when you’re just looking at it, you can tell it stands apart from others with its monochromatic and simple design. It comes with six brushes for different purposes — as well as a pouch to contain them all — that can tackle water stains and soap scum as well as regular grime.

The device offers a cleaning torque of 2.5Nm, which is powerful yet manageable, and two different power levels to alternate between. One is designated “Soft and Slow” while the other is “Strong and Fast,” going from 220 rotations per minute to 300. On a full charge, you can also complete your full cleaning routine with time to spare — it lasts up to 110 minutes. Most importantly (at least in my case), you can use it as a handheld scrubber or attach the arm, which extends from 37 to 51 inches.

Why I Love the HOTO Electric Spin Scrubber

Straight out of the package, I was impressed by this find. It’s more gorgeous — a word I never thought I’d use for a spin scrubber — than most that I’ve seen, with a glam matte black finish and no-frills design. I could also tell from its weight that it’s sustainable and won’t fall apart any time soon, which is something I was wary of when it came to the cheaper options. The true test, however, was putting it to work with a crutch under one arm and only one good leg to stand on.

Putting all of the pieces into place is a breeze, as is switching them out. So far, I’ve mostly used the large bristle brush, but there are sponge and cloth pads for lighter cleans. Extending the arm is also an impressively smooth process. Though it’s weighty, I haven’t struggled to maneuver the scrubber around my tub. When I hold it in the right spot, the strong motor allows me to let it do its thing. The scrubber essentially does the work for me without spinning out of control. I can tell that it’s giving my tub and tile, especially the grout lines, a deeper clean that I could ever get by hand.

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