Some products just have it all. That's how we feel about the Legends Hotel Regal Bath Rug. It's thick, fluffy and feels great under your feet. It's got just the right amount of design detail to look both high-end and minimalistic at the same time. And it does its job well: We found this mat to be very absorbent and relatively quick-drying considering how much water we poured onto it (a lot more than it would see after your standard bath or shower). It doesn't have special nonslip backing, yet it somehow stays when you stand on it. It actually took us a second to realize that there was not, in fact, any rubber or plastic on the bottom of it. Our biggest qualm? It's a little too high-pile to fit under the bathroom door. Other than that, we love everything about this bath mat.

Chenille on top and memory foam inside is a winning combination that made this bath mat one of our favorites. It's comfortable to stand on and super absorbent, but it doesn't stay sopping wet like other memory foam mats do. The multi-color design also makes it visually interesting without being too busy. The mat has an excellent nonslip backing, but we did notice a very small amount of the plastic was crumbling off after a wash/dry cycle. It hasn't affected the mat's performance, but we were a little disappointed in the lack of durability. Though, it's also worth noting that it's one of the least expensive mats we tested. Overall, you do get some good bang for your buck.

There's just something about a plain, minimalistic cotton bath mat that really transports you to a luxury hotel — mentally, of course, since you're still in your same old bathroom with the pile of dirty clothes on the floor. This option from Parachute is made of thick cotton that is silky soft to the touch. It really is a treat for your feet. It also absorbs water immediately and can hold a surprising amount. It did take longer to dry than some of the other mats we tested but hanging it on the towel rack made a huge difference.

We weren't expecting to love the least expensive bath mat we tested, but here we are. This budget-friendly option from Room Essentials checked almost all of our boxes. It absorbed water surprisingly well for how thin it is, dried quite quickly, had extremely sticky nonslip backing, and was even low-profile enough to fit underneath the bathroom door. All for a cool $7. The downside? It's not nearly as cushy as some of the other mats we tested, and the fabric feels pretty thin, sowing some doubt about how well it will hold up with regular bi-weekly washes. But all in all, it's an excellent bath mat, and even if its lifespan ends up being on the shorter end, replacing it wouldn't be a huge deal because the price point is so good.

Many of the bath mats we tested had nonslip backs, but this one from Gorilla Grip really steals the spotlight when it comes to this important feature. Its textured rubber backing is substantial and does its job: The mat did not budge when we stepped on it and tried our best to slide it around on the tile bathroom floor. According to the brand, the backing is third-party tested to hold up through many wash and dry cycles. We didn't notice any degradation when we laundered it according to the manufacturer's instructions. Beyond its budge-proof talents, this mat is also absorbent and quick-drying — all the things a bath mat should do and do well.

What the West Elm Triangle Sculpted Bath Mat lacks in plushness, it makes up for in its ability to dry quickly post-shower. It's made of woven cotton, and we loved the geometric design that made it more unique compared to many of the mats that all started to look similar. The cotton is thickly woven and feels quite substantial, but it just doesn't have the same soft, silky feel as some of the other cotton mats. It is surprisingly absorbent for its size, and the lack of fluff and frills means it dries quickly. The fact that it fits underneath the door is another win. It doesn't have a nonslip backing, but we felt like it stayed in place when it was a little bit wet, so it wasn't the dealbreaker we thought it might be.

Cotton bath mats come in all shapes and sizes, and after testing our fair share, we really appreciated how thick and substantial this one from Pottery Barn felt. Even though it doesn't have a nonslip backing, its heft helped it stay in place for the most part when we stepped onto it after a shower. It's also double-sided — one sheared side and one looped side. The former didn't absorb water as readily, but the looped side had no issues getting the job done. In fact, even after dumping three full cups of water on it, not a single drop soaked through the mat onto the floor.

To our surprise, we found a lot to dislike about memory foam bath mats during our testing process. They gulp up water, which is good, but that means they also take forever to dry. Some of the mats were so structured and sturdy that they couldn't fold or roll enough to fit in the washing machine. This Yimobra mat proved to be our favorite in the category, thanks to its ability to dry a bit quicker, its excellent nonslip backing, and the fact that it both fits in the washing machine and held up great in a wash/dry cycle. We also love how it feels to stand on and think it would be a great option for in front of the sink or other areas of the bathroom where it can provide comfort but won't get sopping wet.