Is Grove Collaborative worth it? I’m sharing my honest review, including 6 reasons I like Grove Co, my top products to buy (and what I’d skip!), and whether you should join VIP, plus a few tips for getting the most out of every order.

When we first switched to eating real food, reading labels was absolutely crucial. There are so many different products on the market, and we have several ingredients we try to avoid, which sometimes hide in surprising places.
Reading labels is what inspired us to make our own versions of non-food items too, like hand sanitizer, foaming hand wash, and even carpet deodorizer . I can’t even pronounce half the ingredients listed on some of those commercial labels!
WHY SHOP AT GROVE COLLABORATIVE
While finding clean products is the main reason I started shopping at Grove Collaborative, that’s not the only reason. I also love it for:
- Savings over supermarket prices
- Finding my favorite brands for household products in one place
- Convenience of online shopping
- Control of my budget
- Lots of freebies with the VIP membership
- And I’m never out of the products I need!

6 REASONS TO SHOP AT GROVE COLLABORATIVE
1. HIGH STANDARDS FOR THE PRODUCTS THEY CARRY
One of the reasons I started shopping at Grove Collaborative is because they only sell products that are:
- Healthy
- Effective
- Sustainable
- Affordable
2. THEY’RE A CERTIFIED B CORP COMPANY
Grove Collaborative is a Certified B Corp, which is a certification of rigorous standards of social and environmental performance, accountability, and transparency. It’s like what the USDA organic certification is for food, and what the Fair-Trade certification is for coffee.
3. EXCELLENT CUSTOMER SERVICE
As I get older, customer service has become increasingly important to me. If I have a problem, I want it resolved without any fuss.
I’ve had to contact Grove Collaborative customer service a couple of times because of a discrepancy in ordering (I took something out of my cart and thought I was charged). Customer service had it resolved quickly and even sent me the item I didn’t intend to order, free of charge!
4. ORDERING (AND CANCELLING ORDERS) IS REALLY EASY
I love that I can set up automatic refill orders on my schedule – monthly, every other month, once a quarter…I set the schedule based on my own product usage. They email me a week before my order ships, which reminds me to double-check my order against what I currently have. Adding or removing items is super simple, and I get what I need when I need it!
I can even postpone my next shipment if I don’t need anything just yet.
Because of this, I never run out of what I need, nor do I have a bunch of products on hand that I’m not using.
5. VIP MEMBERSHIP OFFERS FREE SHIPPING AND FREE PRODUCTS
The VIP Membership isn’t free, but with it comes free shipping and several free VIP gifts per year. When you break down the cost of shipping your orders, OR the value of the products they send, either of these options alone pays for the membership, even if you only order a few times in the year.
6. FREE ITEMS IN NEARLY EVERY ORDER
If you’re not sure you’ll order often enough to make use of the VIP membership, you can still expect to get a free item or two in nearly every order. Here’s how I’ve been able to do that.
Grove Collective periodically sends out promotional emails, and some of them have an offer for a free sample or even a full-size product.
Even if I’m not planning on making a purchase at that moment, I’ll still click through and add those free offers to my cart before deleting the email. Then, when I’m getting ready to send my order through, they’re already waiting for me. (Sometimes they are limited-time offers and they’ve disappeared by the time I’m ready to order, but most of the time they’re still there!)
I’ve gotten free lip balms, seasonal scents of hand soap, and even free laundry detergent sheets just by clicking on the free offers in the email. And that doesn’t even include the freebies you can add to your cart if you hit certain price points!

GROVE COLLABORATIVE REVIEWS: TOP PRODUCTS TO BUY
Now, with all that said, going on a blind spending spree at Grove Collaborative – or anywhere for that matter – isn’t the wisest choice.
As I’ve been shopping there these past few years, I’ve learned how to spend my money wisely. I have a few tricks up my sleeve, and I’d like to share with you what products are best to buy at Grove Collaborative, and which ones you can skip.
1. SCRUBBING PRODUCTS
You can make your own DIY bathroom scrub using soap and baking soda, and I even have a tutorial for it right here, but too much baking soda can be harsh on certain surfaces.
Or if you’re working on built-up dirt and grime, you might need something with more oomph before switching to a DIY bathroom scrub.
- The first time I tried Mrs. Meyer’s Surface Scrub, I fell in love. We used it to scrub away years of built-up dirt in the kitchen tile grout at a previous rental house. We tried all sorts of cleaners and concoctions – homemade and store-bought – but this was the only product that actually worked!
- Mrs. Meyer’s Baking Soda Cream Cleaner is another favorite of mine. Like the kitchen grout, we tried other options too, but this was the best at taking the grime and soap scum off.
2. REFILLS
When you’ve fallen in love with a certain cleaning product or brand or scent, refills are your best friend. It’s like buying in bulk, but better!
- At least half of the items I buy from Grove Collaborative are available in bulk, which saves me anywhere from 20-30% off the cost of buying individual items. I most often buy soap refills since I like to use my own soap dispenser at home.
- Buying refills means less packaging and less shopping. For example, my first order will come with reusable glass spray bottles, then refills will come in cleaning concentrates or a large recyclable plastic container. Remember, if you’re a VIP member, shipping is free. If you’re not a VIP member, stocking up on refills will save on shipping costs. Customizable refill shipments are a great option too!

3. GROVE CLEANING CLOTHS
Grove Collaborative sometimes gives cleaning cloths as the VIP free items of the month. They’re amazing! I loved both of these Grove cleaning products so much that I invested in a second set of each!
- Cellulose sponge cloths. They’re like reusable paper towels, except they’re super absorbent, dishwasher safe, and hold up well over time to scrubbing and daily usage. These are a perfect eco-friendly substitute for paper towels.
- e-Cloth general purpose cloth. This was my first time using an e-cloth and I fell in love!
- When it’s wet, you can wash almost anything with just water without leaving streaks.
- When it’s dry, you can use it as a dusting cloth.
- I’ve used it on splattered grease, cleaning up after dinner, and scrubbing down the kitchen table. It’s gentle enough to use on painted surfaces (think cleaning doors around the doorknobs – something the kids can do!) yet still tough enough to get dried gunk off counters.

4. LAUNDRY SUPPLIES
Making my own laundry supplies is one of the easier categories of natural living DIYs I’ve tried so far. In fact, I’ve been using homemade laundry detergent, stain remover, and bleach alternative for years without any issues.
But that’s not the case for everyone, and there have been times when I wasn’t able to make them myself, so I sometimes shop the Grove cleaning supplies laundry section too for these items:
- Laundry Detergent
- Fabric Softener
- Stain Remover
5. FLOOR CLEANERS
Grove has several options of floor cleaners for tile, hardwood, and laminate. The best part is that they are safe for pets and kids, and they make the house smell so naturally clean!
GROVE COLLABORATIVE REVIEWS: ITEMS I DON’T BUY
For scrubbing products, refills, laundry supplies, and floor cleaners, I often shop at Grove Collaborative. But there are a few things that they think I’ll like that I almost always take out of my cart.
Note – my reasons for not buying these items from Grove Collaborative have nothing to do with quality. Everything I’ve purchased from them, or gotten for free because I’m a VIP member, has been exceptional. I simply do not buy these items for personal reasons.
1. WALNUT SPONGES
I’ve used their walnut scrubber sponges before, but they’re a bit out of my price range to buy on a consistent basis. However, I fully take advantage of them when they’re free for VIP members.
2. HAND SANITIZING SPRAY
I created my own hand sanitizer recipe that’s really easy to make. Since I already have everything on hand and we don’t use it often anyway, I prefer to just make it myself.
3. TOILET PAPER
Unfortunately, my toiletry budget doesn’t include room for recycled toilet paper.
4. PAPER TOWELS
Ever since we switched to cloth napkins, I simply don’t need to buy paper towels anymore! If you’re still using paper towels, I encourage you to make the switch. I shared a step-by-step on how we set aside money to do this in this post.

GROVE CO EXTRAS TO TRY
I have an ongoing wish list of things I’ve been wanting to add to my cart, and I give myself a budget every time I place an order. This is how I can manage our finances AND still try out new clean products! These two products are currently on my wish list.
1. REUSABLE BAGS
Grove Collaborative has reusable bags in snack, sandwich, AND gallon sizes!
2. OXYGEN WHITENER
I currently use this homemade bleach alternative, but I’d like to try the powdered oxygen whitener sometime since it might be easier to use with my front-load washer.
GROVE COLLABORATIVE TIPS
- If you like all your cleaning products or toiletries to have the same scent, I’ve only ever found whole product lines at Grove Collaborative (like soap, lotion, and body wash, in the same scent).
- Plus, Grove Collaborative carries exclusive seasonal scents like Peony and Lilac in the Spring, and Orange Clove and Iowa Pine in the Fall.
- Grove Collaborative strives to offer the best price on all their items, and they back this up. If you’re a VIP member and find an item advertised for a lower price elsewhere, send their amazing customer service department an email and they’ll price match!
Exclusive for Crumbs Readers, new members receive free shipping and a free starter set with your first order, including Mrs. Meyer’s products and more! Join Grove Collaborative HERE!
GROVE CO REVIEWS FAQS
Is Grove Collaborative worth it?
I definitely think so! Between the convenience of having my cleaning products shipped to my door each month and the fact that the products from Grove Co. are also more affordable and have better ingredients than most supermarket products, I’m sold.
Is there a monthly fee for Grove Collaborative?
There is no monthly fee, but there is a minimum order of $29 for all orders. The VIP membership has lots of perks like free shipping and free gifts, and it is $20 a year.
How do I cancel my Grove Collaborative VIP Membership?
If you have a VIP Membership with Grove Collaborative, simply cancel it before your renewal date by emailing customer service or logging into your account.
MORE OPTIONS FOR HOUSEHOLD CLEANING PRODUCTS
I’ve been a Grove Co. customer for several years now, and I still order from there regularly. However, I also spend some of my household budget at other places where I’ve also found good deals.
Vitacost: This amazing company sells vitamins, supplements, and other organic grocery items.
Thrive Market: Shop for groceries you might not be able to find locally, plus household products. Focused on natural, organic, and sustainably sourced products, Thrive Market is a great option for healthier groceries! Read more about Thrive Market in my honest review here.
Truly Free: This small company makes super clean plant-based laundry cleaners and products. They focus on safe, non-toxic ingredients that clean your clothes and your washer while protecting the planet from chemicals. You even get a refillable jug for your detergent!
When you’re shopping at Bend Soap Company, you can stock up for the year! Use these codes:
- SOAP35 saves 5% on orders that are $35 or more
- SOAP65 saves 10% on orders that are $65 or more
- SOAP100 saves 15% on orders that are $100 or more
- Orders that are $65 or more after discounts are also eligible for free shipping!
Bend Soap Company: While Grove Collaborative does offer toiletries and beauty products, I’ve been a Bend Soap Company enthusiast for years. We’ve been using Bend Soap Company’s goat milk soap exclusively now for well over 4 years…to wash my face, our bodies, our hair…We also use their deodorants, lip balms, and lotions and it’s all just so gentle, and it works!! Their new men’s line is also amazing, and I have complimented my daughter on how nice she smells multiple times after using their almond sugar scrub.
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Thank you for the great post!!
I don’t know if I joined but I did not mean to join right now please respond
Hi Louise,
You will need to contact Grove Collaborative directly. We aren’t the same company as Grove, and we aren’t associated with the membership process with Grove. Hope this helps. Good Luck!
You’re not missing out on the treeless toilet paper. I really wanted. treeless option but it is very harsh on delicate skin. Bamboo clothing is amazing unfortunately the toilet paper still isn’t up to par.
I’m really confused! I received a shipment from you, but don’t remember ordering somethings. I have 2 empty bottles? Toilet Cleaner? Wipes that I don’t know if they are personal Wipes or counter Wipes
I remember the paper products and hand sanitizer, but don’t know why I have 2 different ones-spray and gel. Please clarify this 4 me. Thank you!!
Jacquie,
Please contact Grove Collaborative directly. We are a blog that wrote a post about Grove, but we are not Grove. Thank you so much.
I’m wondering if there is an online store where everything is, in fact, non-toxic? (like what I imagined Grove to be)
This is what I found but the most important thing when shopping is to do your own research before you buy anything. https://thenontoxshop.com/
I fell into the Young Living seed to seal rouse too. The more I educate myself the less great that company actually is.
Thank you for the great post!! I just ordered and received my 1st order. The free items and plenty of mrs meyers cleaners. The method cleaner I need is out of stock so until Its back in stock, i wont be ordering. I was upset of not all cleaners being anti bac or disinfecting cleaners. As life is resolving around cleaning and preventing against the pandemic currently. I’m not sure how many other products I’ll buy from them so we ll see.
You said to skip out on the toilet paper at Grove because it’s “recycled”. They sell Seedling toilet paper. It’s made from Bamboo which is more renewable. It saves thousands and thousands of trees from getting cut down daily to make our paper products in the U.S.. They also work with Arbor Day foundation to replant trees.
what are you doing for toilet paper? I am also on team YL, but we still need toilet paper. 🙂
What ever is cheapest. 🙂
Hi Tiffany,
What do you think about Blueland? You buy the plastic containers once and they ship tablets that you add to the container with water.
Some info from their FAQ: “All of our products are formulated using non-toxic ingredients and they have received certification from Cradle to Cradle–a leading environmental agency–with a rating of Platinum (the agency’s highest level) and Leaping Bunny. We also avoided any ingredients on the Environmental Working Group (EWG) restricted list and used only ingredients listed on EPA’s Safer Chemical Ingredients List.”
I haven’t heard of them, Loreen, but it sounds like program worth looking into!
Thank you for your honest reviews and updates. I decided to sign up for Grove.co and Truman’s today. (Before I read this post) Only because I am a sucker for free stuff, deals, and trying new things. I was suckered in by glass bottles with pretty colors and cleaning pods.