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After all of our testing, we think you should definitely have a plunger ineverybathroom in your home.

A variety of toilet plungers in a bathroom setting

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It’s also sleek enough to be displayed near almost every toilet in your home.

Plus, beyond function, we love how clean this plunger looks, wrapped in its canister home.

But for a basic-looking plunger that can dislodge small clogs in a pinch, it cant be beat.

The OXO Good Grips Toilet Plunger with Holder placed next to a toilet

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In our long-term testing, we found that this plunger works best for smaller clogs.

The rubber cup of a plunger forms a seal around the drain opening.

Pushing and pulling the plunger handle creates a vacuum effect to help loosen and move the clog.

A person holding the OXO Good Grips Toilet Plunger which has a holder near a toilet

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It does require some assembly when you buy it.

It doesnt have a base or caddy, though.

All in all, this pick is reliable and weighs less than our best overallpick at just one pound.

Close up of the OXO Good Grips Toilet Plunger with Holder on a blue tiled floor

Their toilet plunger comes in stylish white or black with a durable stainless steel handle.

This keeps it looking clean and modern, even after use.

This also makes it easy to take the plunger in and out of the caddy.

A person holding the OXO Good Grips Toilet Plunger which has a holder near a toilet

It’s also really easy to store and move around as needed," says our tester.

The lightweight plunger is designed with a 4.75-inch diameter flange and ergonomic handle for easy use.

The brush has a similar handle to make cleaning easy and streamlined.

Close up of the OXO Good Grips Toilet Plunger with Holder on a blue tiled floor

Both are stored in a base that has a non-slip surface.

Ultimately, this set makes cleaning comfortable and convenient.

If you want something that will be able to tackle tough jobs, this one is for you.

The Kendik Toilet Plunger with Wood Handle placed on a blue tiled floor near a toilet

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The sink plunger can also be a helpful add-on, although that equates to extra cost.

Ultimately, we included this option because the design could lead to less effort.

But it’s always a good idea to periodicallyclean and disinfect your machine, especially with this design.

A Kendik plunger resting on a toilet.

The Kendik plunger is a simple, traditional model under $5.The Spruce

If you have one in your home, you’ll need a plunger that can move the extra water.

The Luigis plunger moves 1.5 liters of water each time you plunge.

It has a flexibleaccordion designthat allows it to create suction in almost any toilet bowl.

The SimpleHuman Toilet Plunger and Caddy near a toilet

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It uses water rather than air to move debris out of the way.

Just be prepared for a slight learning curve when using it.

It features an automatic canister, built-in drip tray, and versatile design.

A person holding the SimpleHuman Toilet Plunger which has a caddy near a toilet bowl

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For our best value option, consider the simple yet sturdyKendik Rubber Toilet Plungerwith a wooden handle.

A larger plunger doesnt always mean better results.

This can be helpful if you have several bathrooms in your home with different cup size needs.

Close up of the SimpleHuman Toilet Plunger and Caddy

It also makes the process more comfortable for your body.

Look for a plunger with an ergonomic handle, such as theMr.

One More Thing

If you keep your plunger clean and dry, it can last for years.

A person holding the SimpleHuman Toilet Plunger which has a caddy near a toilet bowl

Use your favoritedisinfectant sprayand wipe.

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A flange plunger has a rubber cup with a mini sleeve-like extension.The Spruce

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