If you want a lint roller that comes with plenty of sheets, is affordable enough for everyday use, and has convenient refill packs available, look no further than the Scotch-Brite Lint Roller, our top pick. It works on a variety of surfaces and has an ergonomic handle. Here, the best lint rollers for banishing fuzz and hair with ease. While the Scotch-Brite sheets are sticky, they aren’t as adhesive as some specialized versions, such as those made to pick up pet hair. These work better for a variety of uses, including larger pieces of dust and lint. If you want something that is ideal for fine hair, look for a pet hair option that’s a bit more heavy-duty. Additionally, the handle is reusable, but the sticky sheets are single-use. It strikes a good balance between top performance and eco-friendliness, but the product may not be the most eco-friendly option on the market. We do really love how the handle is designed to fit snuggly in your hand, though. This ergonomic design helps you keep a firm grasp as you move around to get to hard-to-reach places, such as the back of your jacket. When paired with the basic style of this lint roller and adhesive that’s effective in most everyday situations, this pick easily becomes our favorite overall. Price at time of publish: $5 Each roll has 60 sheets, so they’re a bit smaller than other options out there. However, the smaller size makes them easy to get into tight spaces, although you may need to replace them sooner if you use lint roller sheets often. The handle is sturdy, but not ergonomically designed like our best overall pick. The rolls slip some as well, though they are easy enough to readjust with just one hand. If you want to get a budget-friendly lint roller that performs all the essential functions of a lint roller, this is a great option with just a few compromises. Price at time of publish: $13 Because they are ultra-sticky, these are good rollers to use in places that accumulate a lot of dirt and debris—like your car, or a pair of pants that attracts your furry friend’s hair particularly well. The bottom of purses, and carpet fibers and pet beds, may be great places to use these lint rollers, too. Notably, each sheet has a diagonal perforation to peel off. This can be tricky to do with just one hand. The sheets can also stick to each other once in a while. Price at time of publish: $17 Refills are available, but are pricey for their size and the number of sheets you get. You are definitely paying for the convenience of having a small roller that fits in a purse, bag, or luggage rather than improved performance. The lint roller is too big to fit in most pant pockets, despite its small size. You may be able to fit it into a jacket or coat pocket, but it is best put into a backpack or purse. Price at time of publish: $5 You may need to do a couple passes over some areas and some fabrics. This roller is safe to use on everything from velvet to suede, but if the fabric holds hair, it may take a few rolls to get the hair to detach. It is a bit pricey for one roller, as well. However, considering you won’t need to purchase refills, and you’ll be able to use it for up to many years without any signs of wear, it is a good investment. Price at time of publish: $28 Once the brush has too much hair or lint on it, it won’t pick anything else up. You can remove the hair and lint by cleaning it off by hand, which is eco-friendly but messy. Over time, it will lose its effectiveness as tiny little pieces of lint build up. Fortunately, this brush is affordable and you can get a new set without spending a lot of money. Unfortunately, the old ones are not recyclable. Price at time of publish: $9 This one is on the small side, so it can take longer to tackle large areas of carpet or big pieces of furniture. You can use it on clothing, just try it on a small area first to make sure that it doesn’t pull or snag on the fabric. You may need to adjust the angle you use it or put less pressure on it, if it does begin to snag. You probably want to avoid using it on fragile rugs and fabrics altogether to avoid any potential damage. Price at time of publish: $8 Each roll has 70 sheets. While this isn’t the highest sheet count-per-roll out there, the sheets are thicker than most and very sticky. You can also purchase a 100-sheet refill, if you want something that lasts longer. Maybe most notably, the handle has an ergonomic design and a hole that allows you to hang it on a hook. The roll can come off the handle easily, so just be ready to do some adjusting as you use it, though. Price at time of publish: $7 You don’t need to purchase roller refills or sheets with this tool. Instead, it uses the pressure from your hand to pull up even deeply embedded hair. It is not as effective on smaller pieces of lint and dirt, however. Notably, the head has small bumps that pick up and trap hair and fibers. Now, because it takes some force to use, it may not be the best option for delicate fabrics. You should not use it on knitted fabrics at all because it will create pulls. Price at time of publish: $23 Brushes can also be economical, but may not be as effective as adhesive sheets over time. Our “best brush” pick, the Feeke Lint Brush, is double-sided so you can use it for a longer period of time. Scrapers, like the Uproot Cleaner Pro Reusable Pet Hair Remover, our “best for carpet” pick, are the most eco-friendly. However, just be careful using them on fragile fabrics, since they can pull and snag.
Amount in Package
Many single-use, adhesive sheet lint rollers come in multi-packs. Getting a value pack can be more economical and reduce the number of times you need to re-order. You’ll always have a fresh roller around to replace the ones you use up. If it comes with multiple handles, you can keep them nearby or in other locations you expect to use the lint roller in often. Keep one in your home and the other in your car or office, so you are never without a lint roller if you need it. Scrapers and brushes usually just come one per pack, since they’re reusable by nature. But, keep in mind with adhesive options: in addition to the number of the rollers in the package, also consider how many sheets per roll there are, so you can get the most for your money.
Fabric Compatibility
Not all lint rollers work the same way on every fabric. Adhesive rollers are the most consistent, but they can have trouble on fabric that is very thick or rugs with a high pile. Brushes work best with all fabrics that are smooth, while scrapers are designed to get into the fibers of carpets and rugs. Fragile fabrics are the hardest to use a lint roller on. The same feature that allows the lint roller to pick up hair and lint, whether it is an adhesive or the brush or scraper head, can also snag and pull on some fabrics. Make sure to test the roller on a small area first.
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This article was researched and written by Katie Begley, a freelance writer specializing in home and family products. Katie has been writing for The Spruce since 2019. Growing up with cats for pets, she is familiar with the essential nature of having a reliable lint roller. She keeps one in her coat closet, car, purse, and office. For this roundup, she took style, value, and fabric compatibility into consideration when selecting the best lint rollers for your home. Brushes and scrapers require shorter pulling motions rather than rolling. You brush the hair and lint out of the fabric. Once it has accumulated on the brush or scraper, you can remove it and throw it in the garbage. Using these styles, you do not generate any waste beyond the actual hair or lint. You can also clean your washer’s filter to keep lint from building up and potentially getting on your clothing. Some fabrics do hold onto lint and hair more than others, so keep that in mind when buying clothes if you have a pet that sheds a lot.
