Bob Reviews 532

TrustScore 4 out of 5

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Looking at 515 reviews, reviewers had a great experience with this company. Customers are really happy with the product, often highlighting its quality and the positive user experience. People appreciate the variety of scents and the feeling of cleanliness it provides. Many find the product convenient for travel and value its sustainable approach. The company is also praised for its proactive approach in developing new products and maintaining consistent quality. However, some customers expressed dissatisfaction with the price, finding the soap bars expensive for their size and how quickly they are used. There were also mixed opinions regarding the subscription service, with some finding the soap bars didn't last as long as expected, leading to disappointment. A few people also felt the applicator was not always practical or easy to use, and some experienced issues with lathering.

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

I'm a bit of a newbie and took a couple of sessions to understand that its best to have the wash bar towards the bottom of the fibres. I started off with the bar level with the tips but its best... See more

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

A really easy to use product, easy to apply but cannot put on private parts directly as sensitive but can use by distributing from other applied parts of the body. Can use on your hair too. Price is... See more

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Absolutely love this product, Although I've had two black bobs that the bristles started to break off in the shower. I now have an orange one and so far so good no bristles breaking off. The new high... See more

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Customer service and the products are great, I have happily recommended Bob to friends. I have 2 small niggles: firstly the small range of scents (flavours?). Secondly, I have the sandalwood and ger... See more

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Bob is body wash evolved, for men. A refillable, all-in-one wash designed to look good, feel good, and do good.


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3.9

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TrustScore 4 out of 5

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Rated 3 out of 5 stars

My honest review

I really like the concept of the product. Their soap bars smell great, and it’s easy to fit in the case. However, it’s like they are trying to re-invent how people wash themselves. I don’t disagree with the attempt, but the product for me, is too clunky to use. It feels awkward and I feel like it’s not more effective than using the typical method. I do also understand that it’s eco-friendly: not using plastic bottles etc. I really wanted to buy in to the product, but it’s far easier to use an exfoliating mitt for example. I have placed another soap bar order to see if my thoughts change. I hope the brand will be big one day.

6 April 2026
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Reply from Bob

Hey Callum,

Thanks for taking the time to leave us a review.

It’s great to hear you like the concept, the scents, and the eco-friendly side of what we’re building. That means a lot, especially as a new brand trying to do things a little differently.

We completely get your point on the experience feeling a bit clunky or awkward. Bob is a new way of washing, and it can take a bit of adjustment compared to more traditional methods like using a mitt or sponge. Everyone has their own routine, so your feedback here is really valuable for us as we continue to refine the design and overall feel.

In terms of effectiveness, a lot of it can come down to technique. A quick, firm circular motion with the applicator usually helps build a solid lather before spreading, which can make the whole experience feel a lot smoother and more natural over time.

Really appreciate you giving it another go with a fresh order as well, that genuinely means a lot to us. We hope it clicks a bit more second time around, but either way, your honest feedback helps shape where we go next.

We genuinely appreciate your feedback, so thank you for sharing. If you’re open to it, we’d love to understand a little more about your experience and see what we can do to soapport you, feel free to email us at info@welcometobob.com.

Much love,
Bob

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Too expensive for what it is

24 April 2026
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Reply from Bob

Hey there,

Thanks for taking the time to review Bob, and we’re sorry to read that you feel it’s too expensive for what it is.

We completely understand that value is a big factor when choosing everyday products. We’re not the cheapest on the market, but we pride ourselves on using high quality, naturally derived ingredients and manufacturing our bars in Scotland, which does come at a premium.

That said, we’re always working on ways to improve value. We’ve recently introduced bundle options to help bring the cost down per bar, and we’re continuing to look at how we can make Bob more accessible as we grow. We also outlined some of the ways we're aiming to add more value in our Weekly Wash yesterday.

Ultimately, we are gutted to receive a 1 star review, as we really care about the customer experience behind the shower curtain, and we’re sorry that Bob hasn’t worked for you in the way you might have hoped.

If you’re open to it, please email us at info@welcometobob.com, we’d love to understand a little more about your experience and see if there’s anything we can do to help.

Much love,
Bob

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

I found the‘machine’ quite stiff and…

I found the‘machine’ quite stiff and not easy to load. Otherwise great soap and applicator.

26 April 2026
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Reply from Bob

Hey Brian,

Thanks so much for taking the time to leave such a positive review.

It’s great to hear you’re enjoying the soap and the applicator overall, we love to hear that!

Bob can take a little getting used to at first, especially when opening and refilling, but it should become much easier after a couple of goes.

If it continues to feel stiff or difficult, feel free to drop us an email at info@welcometobob.com and we’ll happily take a closer look and get you sorted.

Happy lathering, we’re just an email away if you need us.

Much love,
Bob

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

The quality of the product is amazing

The quality of the product is amazing, feels really nice to hold. The scent is great
I like in an area with very hard water, the soap just doesn't lather up. If there was a bar for hard water areas I would purchase in the future

25 April 2026
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Reply from Bob

Hey Dave,

Thanks so much for taking the time to leave such a positive review.

It’s great to hear you’re enjoying the quality of the applicator and the scent; we’re really glad it’s landing well for you.

We really appreciate you calling out the lather, especially with hard water. You’re absolutely right, water type can make a difference, and in harder water areas it can take a slightly different technique to get things going. A quick, firm circular motion with the applicator usually helps build the lather up more effectively before spreading.

We’ve also recently upgraded our formula to deliver a richer lather and stronger scent, so you should notice an improvement there too. That said, your point around a bar tailored for hard water is a great shout and definitely something we’ll feed back to the team as we continue to develop the range.

We genuinely appreciate your feedback, so thank you for sharing.

Much love,
Bob

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Bloody brilliant

I tried to find a way to dislike it but it's the best soap I've ever used. Doesn't dry out and smells great. I use this for when I travel too. Clever product.

18 April 2026
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Reply from Bob

Hey Matthew,

Thanks so much for your positive feedback. Great to hear you’re loving Bob!

We love that you tried to find a way to dislike it and couldn’t quite get there 😄 It’s great to know the bar is keeping your skin feeling good and that the scent is hitting the mark too.

Also brilliant to hear you’re taking Bob on your travels with you. That’s a big part of what we designed it for, easy, mess free washing wherever you are.

Here’s to many great washes ahead!

Much love,
Bob

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I do believe that BOB is a great…

I do believe that BOB is a great product the soap is fantastic and just keeps improving, they keep bringing out new great refreshing fragrances which just makes you want more. The hand held applicator sits nice in your hand and is gripped well even when wet and a push of a button gives you more soap. Can be a bit tricky to open to refill but once’s you’ve done it once or twice it’s not too bad. And what more you ask the soap bars are made in Scotland. 💪.
I had to contact customer service recently I can’t tell you enough on how great the customer service team of BOBs are they are fantastic no matter how big or small a problem they are always I mean always quickly to respond and to help in anyway possible to sort the problem and make the whole process smooth and pain free. Fantastic company to deal with and let’s hope this continues well into the future👍.

20 April 2026
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Reply from Bob

Hey Andrew,

Thanks so much for taking the time to leave such a positive review.

It’s brilliant to hear you’re enjoying the bars and noticing the improvements we’ve been making, especially with the newer fragrances. We’ve been putting a lot of work into those, so it’s great to know they’re hitting the mark and keeping you coming back for more.

We’re also really pleased the applicator is working well for you in the shower. That grip, even when wet, and easy dispense is what we had in mind during the design process, so it’s great to hear it’s doing the job.

Appreciate the honest note on the refill too. You’re right, it can feel a little fiddly at first, but once you’ve got the hang of it, it becomes second nature. That said, feedback like this is super helpful as we continue to refine the experience.

We genuinely care about making things right quickly and smoothly, so it means a lot that you felt supported.

Here’s to many more fresh, smooth, pain free washes ahead.

This made our day! Thanks again for sharing your experience with us.

Much love,
Bob

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fast

Fast reply back and friendly very helpful be using again 👌

24 April 2026
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Reply from Bob

Hey Janet

Thanks for the fabulous review!

We promise to continue working hard behind the shower curtain to bring you many more great showers.

Appreciate your support.

Much love,
Bob

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Great profuct Easy to set up order monthly delivery &…

Easy to set up order monthly delivery & change subscription.
Great for a friend who uses paraben free products only after a significant illness.

23 April 2026
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Reply from Bob

Hey Dawn,

Thank you very much for sharing your experience.

Really glad to hear you’re enjoying Bob’s soaps and that they’re hitting the mark for you and your friend.

Here’s to many great washes ahead!

Much love,
Bob

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

BOB IS DECENT LAAAAAA

bob is good but i just dont feel as im getting enough soap and it runs out fast but other than that its perfect

16 April 2026
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Reply from Bob

Hey Monro,

Thank you for taking the time to leave a review.

We’re really sorry to hear that you didn’t get the lather you were hoping for from the applicator.

We’ve recently upgraded our formula to deliver a richer lather and stronger scent. Because our bars are made with naturally derived ingredients (and skip sulfates), they can feel a little different from standard supermarket soaps, but we know how important a good lather is.

To help with that, our Co-Founder Mike has put together a short tutorial on getting the most out of your bar, which you might find helpful: https://youtu.be/n_5HuDBhdc4?feature=shared

The trick is to rub in fast circular motions to get the best lather. With that said, if you've tried the above and need further soapport, please send us an email to info@welcometobob.com. so that we can assist.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Does what it says and smells great!

Excellent experience from the outset, easy to order, got an initial discount, the packaging was great, product quality is super and it works exactly how they described in the marketing. Also and probably the main thing, I really like the soap and the scents. 👍

1 April 2026
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Reply from Bob

Hey Rick,

Thanks so much for taking the time to leave a lovely review.

We’re genuinely thrilled to hear that you've had a great experience with Bob from the start.

We hope that you continue to have many happy washes with Bob in the future!

Much love,
Bob

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Good - but some serious flaws

This is fairly good product and when it works, it’s really good. But there are some serious flaws with it
The price of the soaps are just not sustainable for what you get. You get 3, 4 showers max from 1 soap so you’re comfortably 2 soaps a week. At this price it just doesn’t work
This is compounded by the fact that the mechanism itself isn’t long enough to push the soap all the way up. You get to a point where the soap sits too far inside the scrubber that it doesn’t wash your body so you basically lose almost half a soap bar. At this point, you need to remove the soap and use it the old fashioned way, effectively negating the use of the scrubber

22 April 2026
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Reply from Bob

Hey Peter,

Thank you for this detailed review.

We’re sorry the bars didn’t last as long as you expected, and that you're experiencing some wastage at the end of your bar, we completely understand how that impacts the overall value.

Our community typically tells us that Bob bars last around 10 to 15 washes, but this can vary depending on how long you wash for and how much pressure is applied during use.

We recently introduced Bob bundles to tackle that issue. Our Bob bundle offers more refills at a discounted cost, ensuring that you have enough bars to last every month, while still saving some money in the process. With that said, we’re not the cheapest on the market, but we pride ourselves on using the cleanest and best ingredients, and manufacturing in Scotland, both of which come at a premium.

We are always trying to reduce the price where we can, but as a new start-up, it takes time to build order volume and achieve economies of scale.

On your point about the wastage. There will be a couple of mm at the end of the bar. Most people find they can continue using it by applying more pressure with the applicator, and others prefer to take the last piece out and wash with it manually.

It certainly shouldn't be half a soap's worth in the scrubber though. We'd really like to take a look at that, if you could please pop us an email to info@welcometobob.com so we can soapport you.

Much love,
Bob

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Bob is a lovely product however

Bob is a lovely product, that’s built really well. Unfortunately for me I found it ran out extremely fast so each bar only lasted a couple of washes. I won’t be reordering due to the cost involved. Very pleased I tried though. Thanks

22 April 2026
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Reply from Bob

Hey Mark,

Thanks for sharing your experience with us.

We’re really glad to hear you found Bob to be a lovely product and well built, that’s great to hear. At the same time, we’re sorry the bars didn’t last as long as you expected, we completely understand how that impacts the overall value.

Our community typically tells us that Bob bars last around 10 to 15 washes, but this can vary depending on how long you wash for and how much pressure is applied during use.

We completely understand your decision on cost, but we do really appreciate you giving Bob a go and taking the time to share your thoughts with us.

If you’re open to it, we’d love to understand a bit more about how you were using Bob and see if there’s anything we can do to help, feel free to email us at info@welcometobob.com.

We genuinely appreciate your feedback, so thank you for sharing.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great customer service

Great customer service. I had a small issue with the Applicator but this was quickly and efficiently resolved. Really impressed with product

21 April 2026
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Reply from Bob

Hey Allan,

Thanks very much for sharing your positive experience.

We’re really glad to hear the team was able to get your applicator issue sorted quickly and efficiently, that’s exactly how we want things to be handled when something isn’t quite right.

It’s also great to hear you’re really impressed with the product overall. We put a lot of care into making sure Bob is both practical and enjoyable to use, so feedback like this genuinely means a lot to us.

If you ever need anything in the future, we’re always here to help.

Much love,
Bob

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Unfortunately Not worth it

Unfortunately Not worth it. Not really a strong smell , doesn't really leather up all that well ,better with a bar of soap

8 April 2026
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Reply from Bob

Hey Gary,

Thanks for taking the time to share your feedback.

We’re sorry to hear that Bob hasn’t lived up to your expectations, especially around scent strength and lather. That’s not the experience we want anyone to have.

On the lather side, Bob can take a little getting used to as it’s a different way of washing compared to a traditional bar or shower gel. A firm circular motion with the applicator, making sure everything is properly wet, usually helps build a much richer lather before applying. We’ve also recently made improvements to the formula to strengthen both lather and scent, but we completely understand that it still needs to hit the mark for you in use.

We also hear your point on scent. We aim for a clean, balanced fragrance that feels fresh without being overpowering, but we appreciate that strength of scent is very personal and it hasn’t come through strongly enough in your case.

We really care about the customer experience behind the shower curtain, and we’re sorry that Bob hasn’t worked for you in the way you might have hoped.

If you’re open to it, please email us at info@welcometobob.com and we’d be happy to look into this further for you.

Much love,
Bob

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Best switch I made

Best switch I made. Bob has replaced my shower gel, shampoo, shaving foam and even hand soaps!
I had tried a few other soap bars ahead of Bob, trying to find a more sustainable approach and something that’s better for my skin. All had failed, largely being very oily and a bit of a pain to use.
I love my Bob, great for my skin, scent range that keeps getting better and better, and perfect for travel.
The bulk subscription option was a game-changer from a cost point of view, with it costing me less than £10 a month for a great product that replaces many individual ones.
Great product, great team - keep it going!

22 April 2026
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Reply from Bob

Hey Stewart,

Thanks so much for taking the time to leave such a positive review.

This is amazing to read, especially knowing Bob has replaced so many steps in your routine from shower gel to shampoo to shaving foam and even hand soap. That’s the kind of simplicity we set out to create, so it really means a lot to hear it’s working that way for you.

We’re also really glad you found Bob after trying other bars that didn’t quite hit the mark. That balance between being kind to skin, easy to use, and genuinely sustainable is something we spend a lot of time refining, so it’s great to hear it’s landing well for you.

Brilliant to hear you’re enjoying the evolving scent range too, and that the subscription has made things more affordable and convenient. We’re always working on making that balance between quality and value better over time.

Thanks again for the support and kind words about the team, it genuinely keeps us going.

Happy washing Bob!

Much love,
Bob

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Bob soap

I've recently discovered Bob and it's quickly become a staple in my daily routine and for work. The freshness and varieties of the scents is great - clean, uplifting and long lasting. It strikes a balance that works for anyone making it a truly androgynous product.

Also has great customer service, very friendly and responsive. You can tell that they really care.

16 April 2026
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Reply from Bob

Hey Vanessa,

Thanks so much for taking the time to leave such a positive review.

We’re genuinely thrilled to hear Bob has become a staple in your daily routine and even for work, that’s exactly the kind of real life impact we hope for.

Great to hear you’re enjoying the variety of scents too. We work hard to keep them clean, uplifting and balanced, so it’s really rewarding to know they’re landing well for you and feel like they work across the board.

And thank you as well for the kind words about the team. We’re a small crew and we do genuinely care about every single order and conversation, so it means a lot to hear that coming through.

This made our day! Thanks again for sharing your experience with us.

Much love,
Bob

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Found it difficult to get a good lather…

Found it difficult to get a good lather despite having softened water.
I found it uncomfortable to use and didn’t enjoy the experience.
The soap bar is very small and wears down so quickly it would be expensive to continue using this.

3 April 2026
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Reply from Bob

Hey Pete,

Thanks for taking the time to leave us a review.

We’re really sorry to hear that Bob hasn’t been a comfortable or enjoyable experience for you.

On the lather side, even in softened water it can sometimes take a bit of adjustment as Bob works differently to a traditional soap or flannel. A firm circular motion on the applicator usually helps to really activate the bar and build that lather up before applying.

We’re also sorry to hear it felt uncomfortable to use. Bob was designed to help reach those harder to wash areas more easily, but we appreciate that everyone’s experience and preference is different when it comes to how they wash.

In terms of bar size and longevity, we understand your concern. Our bars typically last around 10 to 15 washes depending on usage, but we recognise that can feel quick if you’re expecting something longer lasting. We have recently launched Bob bundles, which provides an option to get more bars, less frequently, saving on shipping and coming with a nice discount.

If you’re open to it, please email us at info@welcometobob.com so we can understand a bit more and see what we can do to help.

Much love,
Bob

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

I feel the communication from…

I feel the communication from yourselves is excellent. I love the idea of reducing the waste etc. However, my soap does not lather much which disappoints me. I ordered extra and different bars so I’m going to try them and see if they lather up.

21 April 2026
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Reply from Bob

Hey Colin,

Thanks for taking the time to share your thoughts on Bob.

We’re really glad to hear you’re enjoying the communication and that the sustainability side of Bob resonates with you, that means a lot to us.

Sorry to hear you’re not getting the lather you were hoping for though. Bob can take a little getting used to as it’s a completely new way to wash, and technique can make a big difference here. A quick tip is to get the bar nice and wet and use a firm circular motion with the applicator, as this usually helps build a much richer lather before spreading it across the skin.

It’s great that you’re trying a few different bars as well, as some of the scent and formulation variations can feel slightly different in use.

We genuinely appreciate your feedback, so thank you for sharing. If you’d like any help getting the most out of Bob or want us to take a closer look at your experience, feel free to email us at info@welcometobob.com.

Much love,
Bob

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Luxury, but unnecessary?

The Bob is really well made and feels like a quality item. Unfortunately, I am not experiencing the luxurious lather that was advertised and the soap bars are very expensive. Bob is just the type of product that I buy when I could have just bought a bar of soap. Looks good, but probably a waste of money.

13 April 2026
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Reply from Bob

Hey Kevin,

Thanks for taking the time to leave us a review.

We’re really glad to hear you found Bob well made and that it feels like a quality item, that’s great to hear. At the same time, we’re sorry that the lather and overall value haven’t quite lived up to expectations for you.

Bob can take a little getting used to as it’s a completely new way to wash. For anyone struggling with lather, a quick, firm circular motion with the applicator usually helps build things up properly before spreading. We’ve also recently upgraded our formula to improve both lather and scent, but we completely understand how important that rich, luxurious feel is.

On pricing, we hear you. We’re not the cheapest option out there as we focus on high quality ingredients and UK manufacturing, but we are always working on ways to improve value, including bundle options to make things more cost effective over time.

That said, we completely understand that everyone has their own preferred way of washing, so we really appreciate you sharing your experience with us. We genuinely appreciate your feedback.

If you’re open to it, we’d love to understand a little more about what didn’t work for you and see what we can do to soapport you, feel free to email us at info@welcometobob.com.

Much love,
Bob

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Bob’s soaps are really very good.

Bob’s soaps are really very good.

20 April 2026
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Reply from Bob

Hey Al,

Thank you very much for sharing your positive experience.

Short and sweet, we love it. Really glad to hear you’re enjoying Bob’s soaps and that they’re hitting the mark for you.

Here’s to many great washes ahead!

Much love,
Bob

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