The 10 Best Bath Mats as of June 2026

How we ranked these bath mats

Each pick earns a score out of 10 from weighted criteria:

Performance (35%) — how well each bath mat does its core job.
Value (25%) — quality and features for the price.
Build & reliability (20%) — materials, longevity and warranty.
Features (20%) — meaningful extras that improve the experience.

At a glance: top 10 compared

#	Bath Mats	Score	Best for	Material	Approx price	Amazon links
1	Christy Supreme Bath Mat	8.8	Best overall	Cotton	£20	View Price
2	John Lewis Egyptian Cotton Mat	8.6	Best premium cotton	Cotton	£22	View Price
3	Bamboo Bath Mat	8.6	Best quick-dry wooden	Bamboo	£25	View Price
4	Diatomite Stone Mat	8.6	Best fast-drying	Diatomaceous earth	£20	View Price
5	Memory Foam Bath Mat	8.5	Best for comfort	Memory foam	£18	View Price
6	Turkish Cotton Mat	8.4	Best lightweight	Turkish cotton	£18	View Price
7	Non-Slip In-Bath Mat	8.3	Best in-bath safety	Rubber/TPE	£15	View Price
8	mDesign Microfibre Mat	8.2	Best budget plush	Microfibre	£12	View Price
9	Dunelm Teddy Bath Mat	8.1	Best cosy budget	Microfibre/teddy	£10	View Price
10	Amazon Basics Bath Mat	7.9	Best ultra-budget	Cotton	£9	View Price

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The full ranking

Best overall

Christy Supreme Bath Mat

8.8Our number one pick.

Christy's Supreme bath mat matches its premium towels with a plush, absorbent cotton pile and a non-slip backing, a soft, durable underfoot luxury. It is pricier than basic mats, but lovely and long-lasting.

Comfort: 9.2Absorbency: 9.0Grip: 8.6Value: 8.6

Pros

Plush and absorbent
Non-slip backing
Durable

Cons

Pricey
Slower to dry

Check price on Amazon≈ £20

Best premium cotton

John Lewis Egyptian Cotton Mat

8.6A superb runner-up.

John Lewis's Egyptian cotton bath mat is dense, soft and absorbent with a secure non-slip base, a dependable premium high-street choice. It is mid-premium priced, but soft and durable.

Comfort: 9.0Absorbency: 8.8Grip: 8.6Value: 8.8

Pros

Dense and soft
Good absorbency
Non-slip base

Cons

Mid-premium price
Slower to dry

Check price on Amazon≈ £22

Best quick-dry wooden

Bamboo Bath Mat

8.6Rounds out our top three.

A slatted bamboo bath mat sits on top of the floor to dry feet and itself quickly, resisting mould and adding a spa-like look. It is harder underfoot than fabric and needs occasional oiling, but it is hygienic and stylish.

Comfort: 8.2Absorbency: 8.4Grip: 8.6Value: 8.8

Pros

Dries fast, resists mould
Spa-like look
Hygienic

Cons

Harder underfoot
Needs occasional oiling

Check price on Amazon≈ £25

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Best fast-drying

Diatomite Stone Mat

8.6A standout in the upper half.

A diatomite stone mat absorbs water instantly and dries almost immediately, staying hygienic and mould-free, a clever modern alternative to fabric. It is hard and cool underfoot and can crack if dropped, but the fast-drying hygiene is excellent.

Comfort: 8.0Absorbency: 9.4Grip: 8.4Value: 8.8

Pros

Absorbs and dries instantly
Very hygienic
No washing

Cons

Hard and cool underfoot
Can crack

Check price on Amazon≈ £20

Best for comfort

Memory Foam Bath Mat

8.5A well-rounded mid-table pick.

A memory-foam bath mat is wonderfully soft and cushioned underfoot with a quick-dry microfibre top and non-slip backing, a comfort favourite. It is less durable than cotton and can flatten, but for plush comfort it is great value.

Comfort: 9.4Absorbency: 8.6Grip: 8.6Value: 9.0

Pros

Very soft and cushioned
Quick-dry top
Non-slip

Cons

Can flatten over time
Less durable

Check price on Amazon≈ £18

Best lightweight

Turkish Cotton Mat

8.4Great value in the middle of the pack.

A flat-weave Turkish cotton mat is light, absorbent and dries quickly while folding away neatly, great for smaller bathrooms. It is thinner and less plush, but absorbent and good value.

Comfort: 8.2Absorbency: 8.6Grip: 8.2Value: 9.0

Pros

Light and quick-drying
Folds away neatly
Absorbent

Cons

Thinner feel
Less grip without backing

Check price on Amazon≈ £18

Best in-bath safety

Non-Slip In-Bath Mat

8.3A dependable pick if the price is right.

An in-bath non-slip mat with suction cups grips the bottom of the bath or shower tray to prevent slips, essential safety for children and older users. It needs regular cleaning to avoid mould, but for grip and safety it is excellent value.

Comfort: 8.0Absorbency: 7.6Grip: 9.4Value: 9.0

Pros

Strong anti-slip grip
Great for safety
Affordable

Cons

Needs regular cleaning
Not absorbent

Check price on Amazon≈ £15

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Best budget plush

mDesign Microfibre Mat

8.2Solid, if outshone by pricier rivals.

mDesign's shaggy microfibre mats are soft, absorbent and machine-washable at a low price, with a non-slip base, a cosy budget choice. They shed a little at first and are less durable, but soft and good value.

Comfort: 8.6Absorbency: 8.4Grip: 8.2Value: 9.0

Pros

Soft and absorbent
Machine-washable
Affordable

Cons

Sheds at first
Less durable

Check price on Amazon≈ £12

Best cosy budget

Dunelm Teddy Bath Mat

8.1A budget-friendly option worth a look.

Dunelm's teddy-fleece bath mats are super-soft and cosy underfoot at a bargain price, with a non-slip backing, popular budget comfort. They are less absorbent and durable, but soft and great value.

Comfort: 8.8Absorbency: 7.8Grip: 8.0Value: 9.0

Pros

Super-soft and cosy
Non-slip backing
Very affordable

Cons

Less absorbent
Less durable

Check price on Amazon≈ £10

Best ultra-budget

Amazon Basics Bath Mat

7.9Rounds out our top ten.

An Amazon Basics cotton bath mat offers soft, absorbent everyday performance and a non-slip base for very little, fine for guests and second bathrooms. It is basic and thins over time, but for the price it is sensible value.

Comfort: 8.0Absorbency: 8.0Grip: 8.0Value: 9.0

Pros

Cheap and soft
Non-slip base
Fine for guests

Cons

Thins over time
Basic

Check price on Amazon≈ £9

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Frequently asked questions

What's the best of the bath mats in 2026?

Our top overall pick is the Christy Supreme Bath Mat, which leads on our combined score for performance, value and features. The John Lewis Egyptian Cotton Mat and Bamboo Bath Mat are excellent alternatives depending on budget and needs.

How did we choose these?

We weight performance, value, build quality and features, drawing on hands-on use and independent testing. See the methodology box above for the full breakdown.

Are these prices accurate?

Prices are approximate UK figures at the time of writing and change frequently. Click through to Amazon for the current price.

The bottom line

If you just want the best bath mats without overthinking it, the Christy Supreme Bath Mat is our top recommendation — it earns the highest overall score for performance, value and features. Have a look at the current price and see what you think.

Check price on Amazon ≈ £20

Our top picks at a glance

Christy Supreme Bath Mat

mDesign Microfibre Mat

John Lewis Egyptian Cotton Mat

How we ranked these bath mats

At a glance: top 10 compared

The full ranking

Christy Supreme Bath Mat

Pros

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John Lewis Egyptian Cotton Mat

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Bamboo Bath Mat

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Diatomite Stone Mat

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Memory Foam Bath Mat

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Turkish Cotton Mat

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Cons

Non-Slip In-Bath Mat

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Cons

mDesign Microfibre Mat

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Dunelm Teddy Bath Mat

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Amazon Basics Bath Mat

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Frequently asked questions

The bottom line

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