First off, this is not a sponge. It does not hold water. It is not abrasive. But for cleaning dishes and cookware, it works like a champ. Rinse it out, hang it to dry between workouts and it's ready to go again. It lasts a long time and it gradually develops holes. When it is too holey doscard and get another one.I still use the first set I bought almost a year ago and it still looks brand new. I run them through the dishwasher every couple weeks and they never smell. They are great for any scrubbing mess and they don't scratch the pans. I love these things! I'll never buy a sponge again!Good not greatI buy a new one once a year and nothing else for washing dishes. I microwave it for 90 seconds once a month. It shrinks, it is not necessary to cut. They're simply the great thing EVER.I absolutely swear by these! I’ve been using them for over two years now and will never go back to a sponge. It’s truly the only rag that doesn’t ever smell bad. I order a new one every couple months just for sanitary reasons not because it starts to stink or break down at all.I use this daily. I've had it a long time and it still looks new. I put it in the dishwasher to clean. It's like a dishcloth with a soft scratcher. I think you would be happy with this product.This lasted me over 6 months, just throw in the dishwasher as needed.Very nice dish rag. Doesn't hold odors, cleans dishes very well & dries quickly.I have purchased several over the years.The product works perfectly.