10 Best Toilet Plungers for Clearing Any Clog (2023)

Key Specs

• Size: 15.13 x 7.88 x 7.56 inches
• Material: Rubber and plastic
• Special Features: Beehive-shaped plunger, T-handle

If this plunger can’t unclog your toilet, you’re definitely going to have to call a plumber. The rubber’s beehive shape not only gives it super-suctioning power, it means it can fit old and new toilet bowls alike. The T-handle provides extra gripping power, and doesn’t strain your wrist. There is also none of the splash-back you occasionally find with other plungers.

This plunger is designed and manufactured in the U.S.A., and is recommended by several bathroom fixture brands as their plunger of choice, including Kohler. Reviewers love the flexible, compressible head, which allows those without a lot of arm strength to effectively unclog a toilet.

Key Specs

• Size: 23.1 x 7.9 x 7.1 inches
• Material: Rubber, plastic, stainless steel
• Special Features: Drip-free design

Okay, it's unlikely that most people are ready to call a plunger pretty. But even the most squeamish design fanatic will have to admit that this Simplehuman plunger comes as close to elegance as anything that unclogs a toilet possibly could.

It’s also effective, offers a drip-free design, is easy to detach from the holder, and efficiently unclogs drains, too. The caddy also conceals the plunger cup, an added bonus everyone can appreciate. The plunger's durable steel rod will stand up to years of vigorous use, and this model even comes with a five-year warranty.

Reviewers say that despite the plunger’s high price, it is “worth every penny.”

Key Specs

• Size: 24 x 6 x 6 inches
• Material: Rubber and plastic
• Special Features: Ventilated drip tray

This OXO plunger is stored in a canister that not only automatically pops open when you pick up the plunger handle, but also offers ventilation slots that allow water to evaporate as the plunger dries. The handle is equipped with a flat top, offering a secure but comfortable grip. The plunger works on all toilets, including low-flow models.

This model doesn't just look good, however: it does good, too. OXO is a member of 1% for the Planet, a network committed to tackling environmental issues, meaning 1% of its annual sales—including purchases of this plunger—supports environmental nonprofits. Reviewers love the design of the base, saying it’s great to have this plunger for emergencies, but are happy that it doesn't call attention to itself.

Key Specs

• Size: 23.50 x 5.75 inches
• Material: Rubber, wood
• Special Features: N/A

If you don’t need any bells and whistles, this Kendik plunger does the job on the cheap. It's designed to unclog powerful jams quickly, and will stand up to years of vigorous use. This industrial-grade plunger features flexible sides that suction better than most plungers that are four times the price, and is made in the U.S.A.

The only major con is that it does not offer a drip tray or any form of disguise—it is as utilitarian as they come.

Key Specs

• Size: 44 x 7 x 2.5 inches
• Material: Metal and vinyl
• Special Features: Powerful clog removal

The Ridgid toilet auger is a fantastic option if the classic plunger style won’t work on your toilet—especially if your toilet is a low-flow model. This model consists of a 3-foot toilet auger with a kink-resistant snake that can power right through tough blockages.

This model's vinyl guard protects the porcelain at the edge of the bowl and the auger can easily around an S-bend, thanks to its powerful hand crank. While the plunger is straightforward and easy to use, it is a professional-grade option typically used by plumbers on low-flow toilets, and it will need to be disinfected prior to being stored.

Key Specs

• Size: 18 x 6 x 3 inches
• Material: Plastic
• Special Features: Uses Co2 air pressure

And now for something different. If a hands-on plunging experience is something you’d rather avoid, this SurePlunge model is worth considering. The pro-level plunger is powered by Co2 gas canisters that blast away clogs, even in low-flow toilets.

Each cylinder is single-use, and the plunger works both quickly and effectively. All you have to do is insert the plunger into the toilet, lean the handle downward, press a button to release the gas, and the clog is cleared. It also comes with a stand so you can store it next to the toilet.

Reviewers—especially ones with low-flow toilets—love this product for how well and how quickly it works.

Key Specs

• Size: 15.75 x 6.93 inches
• Material: Rubber and metal
• Special Features: Masks plunger

Plunger? What plunger? If you don’t want to advertise the fact that you have a plunger in your bathroom, this Blue Donuts number is worth considering.

It's designed to look like a toilet brush, but inside the sleek bronze, ventilated exterior is the tool we all need, but don’t want anyone to see. It's simple to use and store, and will power through any stubborn clog, thanks to an industrial rubber tip that forms an airtight seal. It also comes in a small package, making it a great fit for smaller bathrooms.

Reviewers love this useful tool, saying it delivers powerful clog removal in an inconspicuous package.

Key Specs

• Size: 15.83 x 8.46 x 5.67 inches
• Material: Rubber and metal
• Special Features: Stylish design

This stainless-steel ToiletTree plunger and toilet brush combo brings form and function together in a neat package. The hideaway-style storage keeps the tools out of sight, and it’s easy to use and lift the plunger out of its storage space.

The airflow and drip tray also allow the plunger and brush to dry quickly, eradicating mess. While most reviewers say the plunger works “great,” others insist they’ve used more powerful plungers in the past.

Key Specs

• Size: 14.25 x 5.75 inches
• Material: Rubber and plastic
• Special Features: Adjustable length

This universal plunger has an adjustable handle that can extend from 14 inches to 18 inches by simply twisting the handle counter-clockwise. The plunger is super powerful, and the lightweight design and adjustable length make it easy for younger family members to use, too.

The ergonomic handle also gives this plunger extra power by making it easy to get a good grip. One con is that the plunger does not come with a drip tray or caddy, so you’ll either have to leave it sitting out, or disinfect it and tuck it away. While most reviewers appreciate the power of this plunger, some complain that the seal isn’t totally airtight.

Key Specs

• Size: 13.5 x 7.5 x 6 inches
• Material: Plastic
• Special Features: All-purpose

This Master Plunger 500 series is a great all-purpose plunger, with bellows that deliver eight cups of plunger power via water displacement and an air relief valve that prevents toilet overflow. The American-made plunger can be used in toilets and sinks (disinfected properly in between, of course) and comes with a bucket for tidy storage.

While many reviewers weren’t used to seeing this type of plunger, once they tried it, they loved how effective it was, and appreciated that it’s as simple to store next to the toilet as a traditional plunger.