Overview

• The October Consumer Magazine report evaluated 45 products—31 sponge-fibers and 14 fibers or fibers with sponge core—measuring labeling accuracy, net content, scratch risk on nonstick surfaces, finishes, antibacterial activity, total absorption and wear resistance.
• All samples showed complete commercial information and acceptable finishes; 14 led in liquid absorption, 15 in wear resistance and eight earned an overall Excellent rating across tests.
• Media summaries highlighted strong value picks such as Ke Precio (about 28 pesos) with Excellent absorption and wear, and Chedraui (about 15 pesos) with Excellent absorption and fiber durability, alongside high marks for models from Great Value, Great Value Terra, Scotch-Brite, Vileda, Virutex and Corazzi.
• Profeco reported five products that claimed antibacterial protection yet fostered bacterial growth in testing: Corazzi Arcobaleno, Great Value Fibra Esponja, Scotch-Brite Extrema, Scotch-Brite Limpieza Pesada and Virutex Esponja Multiuso.
• Coverage advises matching fiber type to the job because abrasive pads can scratch nonstick coatings, and notes strong performance at low prices with options as cheap as 8–9 pesos per piece and premium packs reaching 90–119 pesos.