8 Dish Towel Sets to Replace Your Paper Towels

Paper towels serve so many important functions in the kitchen, from drying dishes to wiping down countertops. Despite this, single-use sheets are a costly option for your wallet and the environment. If your household goes through rolls of paper towels faster than you can buy them, it may be time to switch to cloth dish towels. The best kitchen towels are more absorbent than paper towels and can be washed and reused for years. We rounded up the best kitchen towel sets at Amazon, including some editor-approved picks, and prices start at just over $1 apiece.

Best Kitchen Towel Sets at Amazon

• Utopia Dish Towels, 12-Pack, $15, originally $20
• KitchenAid Albany Kitchen Towel 4-Pack, $16
• Swedish Dishcloths, 10-Pack, $18
• Williams Sonoma Classic Striped Dishcloths, 4-Pack, $25, originally $33
• Nialnant Kitchen Towels, 6-Pack, $9, originally $14
• Homaxy Cotton Waffle Dishcloths, 6-Pack $9 with coupon, originally $12
• Lane Linen Kitchen Towels, 6-Pack, $10
• Living Fashions Bar Mop Cloth Towels, 12-Pack, $18

Utopia Dish Towels, 12-Pack

With nearly 15,000 perfect Amazon ratings, these Utopia dish towels are undoubtedly a fan favorite. They’re absorbent enough to wipe up spills and stylish enough to use as dinner napkins. This 12-pack is now on sale for just $15 — just over $1 per towel.

KitchenAid Albany Kitchen Towel 4-Pack

Most dishcloths are in a permanent state of dampness, which is why shoppers love this fast-drying KitchenAid set. The pack comes with four 16- x 26-inch striped towels, which, according to one shopper, are “thick, soft, and dry in a reasonable amount of time.” They come in 25 colors, so you’re bound to find a pack that matches your kitchen.

Swedish Dishcloths, 10-Pack

Somewhere between a sponge and a dish towel, Swedish dishcloths are as versatile as cleaning products come. They’re made from a mixture of cotton and cellulose, which is stiff when dry and pliable when wet. According to the brand, you can use them up to 100 times, replacing up to 15 rolls of paper towels. Grab this 10-pack for less than $18.

Williams Sonoma Classic Striped Dishcloths, 4-Pack

These editor-favorite dishcloths are as versatile as they get, and their striped design is aesthetically pleasing as a bonus. Williams Sonoma dish towels are safe to use on virtually all surfaces, and they’re made of durable Turkish cotton that can last for years to come. Each one has a loop for hanging, and they’re available in various colors — on sale now in navy blue. 

Nialnant Kitchen Towels, 6-Pack

Looking for highly absorbent kitchen towels? Nearly 2,000 Amazon shoppers recommend this 6-piece set, and now that it’s 36% off, each towel is just $1.50. The 12- x 12-inch cloths have a honeycomb texture to mop up spills quickly, and there are over 40 colors and patterns to choose from.

Homaxy Cotton Waffle Dishcloths, 6-Pack

These waffle dishcloths are easy to use and absorb spills fast. They come in packs of 6, 8, 12, or 24 and are available in almost 20 colors. Over 23,000 Amazon shoppers rated these dishcloths five stars, so snag a set while they’re on sale.

Lane Linen Kitchen Towels, 6-Pack

Another editor favorite, these cotton towels are strong enough to use every day but look good enough to double as napkins at your next dinner party.  Your guests will appreciate the eye-catching stripe down the center, and you’ll love that they’re highly absorbent and easy to store.

Living Fashions Bar Mop Cloth Towels, 12-Pack

These terrycloth bar mop cloths are 100% cotton, which means they pick up spills effectively and dry just as fast. They’re a great way to dry glasses without leaving streaks and are soft enough to double as bathroom or gym towels.  One shopper said they “pretty much replaced all their other kitchen towels,” and once you get your hands on this 12-piece set, you’ll understand why.