Head to head
Gorilla Grip Tub Mat vs SlipX Power Grip (2026)
Gorilla Grip tub mat vs SlipX Power Grip: standard length against extra length, compared honestly for smooth tubs.
#1 in our rankings · Best in-tub mat overall
Gorilla Grip Patented Bath Tub Shower Mat, 35 by 16 Inches, Clear
Best for: Smooth bathtubs and shower floors where a suction mat can grip properly, for households that want the longest standard tub coverage.
#3 in our rankings · Best extra-long tub mat
SlipX Solutions Power Grip Extra Long Bath Tub and Shower Mat, 39 by 16 Inches, Blue
Best for: Longer bathtubs and households where a standard 35 inch mat leaves slippery tub exposed at one end.
Our recommendation
Buy the Gorilla Grip tub mat if your tub is standard length and you want a lighter mat that is easy to lift and wash. Buy the SlipX Power Grip if your tub is longer than standard and a 35 inch mat leaves slippery tub exposed. Both grip only on smooth tubs; the choice is about length, not about grip quality.
Length and coverage
Gorilla Grip at 35 inches covers most of a standard tub, which is enough for most households. SlipX at 39 inches covers a longer tub end to end, including the slope where feet slip when standing. In a standard tub the extra SlipX length is wasted and may bunch, so length should be decided by measuring the tub floor, not by assuming longer is better.
Suction and drainage
Both mats use suction cups and drain holes, but SlipX uses larger cups and wider holes, which suit a longer mat that must drain across more surface. Gorilla Grip uses a denser field of smaller cups and a pebble top that feels softer underfoot. In daily use both hold well on a clean, smooth floor, and both fail the same way on a textured floor.
Handling and care
Gorilla Grip is the easier mat to lift, rinse, and hang, since it is shorter and lighter. SlipX takes more effort to handle and more space to hang dry, which matters if the mat is lifted daily for cleaning. SlipX adds OEKO-TEX Standard 100 certification, which suits buyers who check skin-contact materials, while Gorilla Grip keeps the simpler, lower-maintenance case.
Choose Gorilla Grip Patented Bath Tub Shower Mat, 35 by 16 Inches, Clear if…
- Your tub is standard length
- You want a lighter mat that is easy to wash
- You prefer a softer pebble top underfoot
Choose SlipX Solutions Power Grip Extra Long Bath Tub and Shower Mat, 39 by 16 Inches, Blue if…
- Your tub is longer than standard
- You want coverage over the tub slope
- You value OEKO-TEX certification
Spec-by-spec comparison
| Spec | Gorilla Grip Patented Bath Tub Shower Mat, 35 by 16 Inches, Clear | SlipX Solutions Power Grip Extra Long Bath Tub and Shower Mat, 39 by 16 Inches, Blue |
|---|---|---|
| Price tier | Mid-range | Mid-range |
| Size | 35 by 16 inches | 39 by 16 inches |
| Material | Rubber | - |
| Grip | Suction cups across the underside | - |
| Drainage | Drain holes throughout | Wide drain holes |
| Care | Machine washable | - |
| Suction cups | - | Over 200 |
| Certification | - | OEKO-TEX Standard 100 |
| Form | - | Extra-long tub mat |
| Best for | Smooth bathtubs and shower floors where a suction mat can grip properly, for households that want the longest standard tub coverage. | Longer bathtubs and households where a standard 35 inch mat leaves slippery tub exposed at one end. |
| Skip if | Your tub or shower floor is textured, tiled, or newly refinished, since suction cups cannot grip those surfaces reliably. | Your tub is standard length, or your tub floor is textured or tiled, since suction still needs a smooth surface. |
Strengths and limitations
Gorilla Grip Patented Bath Tub Shower Mat, 35 by 16 Inches, Clear
Strengths
- Hundreds of suction cups across the underside hold the mat in place on a smooth tub floor, so it does not bunch up underfoot.
- Drain holes run through the mat, so water does not pool underneath it and the tub floor can dry after a shower.
- The pebble-textured top is soft on bare feet while still giving grip, and the 35 inch length covers most of a standard tub.
Limitations
- Suction only works on smooth, non-porous surfaces, so textured tubs, mosaic tile, and refinished tubs are out.
- The mat needs the tub floor cleaned and pressed down firmly before each use to grip at its best, which is an extra step.
- A clear vinyl mat shows soap scum and discolouration sooner than a coloured mat, so it needs regular washing to look clean.
SlipX Solutions Power Grip Extra Long Bath Tub and Shower Mat, 39 by 16 Inches, Blue
Strengths
- At 39 inches it covers more of a long tub than a standard mat, including the slope where feet often slip when standing up.
- Large, soft suction cups grip a smooth tub floor, and wide drain holes let water run off instead of pooling under the mat.
- The mat carries OEKO-TEX Standard 100 certification, which suits buyers who check what touches their skin.
Limitations
- Extra length is wasted in a standard tub, where the mat may bunch or overhang, so measure the tub floor before ordering.
- Like every suction mat, it cannot grip textured, tiled, or refinished surfaces, and it needs a clean floor to hold well.
- A longer mat takes longer to lift, rinse, and hang dry than a standard mat, which matters for daily cleaning.
How they fit the wider field
- Gorilla Grip Patented Bath Tub Shower Mat, 35 by 16 Inches, Clear: ranked #1 (Best in-tub mat overall) in The Best Bath Mats. Read the full Gorilla Grip Patented Bath Tub Shower Mat, 35 by 16 Inches, Clear review.
- SlipX Solutions Power Grip Extra Long Bath Tub and Shower Mat, 39 by 16 Inches, Blue: ranked #3 (Best extra-long tub mat) in The Best Bath Mats.
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Made your call?
Questions, answered
Which mat grips better?
Neither grips better in general: both need a smooth, clean tub floor, and both hold well there. Grip differences come from floor condition and from pressing the mat down fully, not from one mat being stronger than the other.
Can I cut a long mat to fit a standard tub?
No, cutting a suction mat damages its edge and its drainage pattern, and it can leave a rough edge. Buy the length that matches your tub floor instead.
Which is easier to keep clean?
Gorilla Grip, since a shorter, lighter mat is quicker to lift, rinse, and hang. Both mats need regular washing, since soap film under suction cups reduces grip over time.