Customers value the HomeSoap UV-C Sanitizer for its large capacity, ease of use, and multipurpose functionality. They appreciate its ability to sanitize a variety of items, including electronics, paperwork, and even kitchenware. Some customers have mentioned a minor burnt smell after sanitizing sessions, but overall, the product is well-received for its effectiveness in sanitizing during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Pros mentioned:
Ease of use, Size
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
great for intended use
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Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Works as expected and sit beautifully on my counter top for every day use.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Usb
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
HomeSoap gives me peace of mind.
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Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I love the idea that I can put a lot of my personal belongings in there that I normally bring out and are constantly exposed to the elements. Not just my mobile phone, but my Bose headphones, wallet, keys, sunglasses, pens, markers, gloves, baseball cap etc.
it’s sleek design is perfect as I have it on my counter top by the kitchen wall, doesn’t make any noise and has 2 USB ports for charging android and Apple devices.
The only thing I can’t figure out is the power button that doesn’t seem to do anything if you want to switch it on manually. I mean it automatically switches ON the moment you close the door but the power button for manually turning it on or off almost isn’t existent when you press on it. You normally would hear a click or feel it move when you depress on it but nothing happens, it just seemed like the power button dot was just drawn on the surface. Anyway, you can always start it up by opening and closing the door.
Oh and my wife also throws in the baby’s pacifier and feeding bottles in it for disinfecting and also a few of our kitchen utensils and dinner ware have been thrown in there too.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Size
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Insta Buy!
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Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
All In one phone sterilizer. Fits Multiple phones and iPads, keys etc, at the same time. Space saver and looks great on the counter.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Walk by faith
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Shipping great/came quickly. Packed super well in swanky handle case. Soft touch plastic exterior. At first I worried if I was even turning it on, but it auto starts when the door is shut. Irrelevant manual sensor above door- no knobs/buttons. Sleek minimalist design...Thin tall box with rounded edges reminiscent of an old upright cpu, but classier. Have not used the internal charging feature as it finishes its cycle in just 10 minutes. Ozone odor inside afterwards leads me to believe it's really toasting the no see 'ums. Important to note that paperwork on these products indicates it does not necessarily kill tiny covid, but it is still worth it for killing everything else that is in its power range. I like being able to load multiple items at a time.
I purchased a phone soap plus and it was juuuust too small for my mid size phone case.. now i can do my earings, phone, keys glasses all in one go. It even fits my small clut h purse. Happy with the purchase. If only it cleaned fingerprints and other visible matter... that would be a trick! The more I use it, the more confident I feel in it. I leave it next to my entry to zap items daily before I allow them to enter my home.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Size, Usb
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Peace of mind
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Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
We were researching on alternative ways to disinfect some household items without using sanitizer spray or wipes. Back in March the general public suggested leaving packages outside under the sun for several hours. We have never tried that for safety reasons. For several months, almost all of our items are disinfected by sanitizing products or the traditional soap and water. Recently it was discovered that UV-C light can disinfect items so you don't have to use chemicals all the time. We almost got the basic phone soap but did not checkout because I wanted something larger that could accommodate more items. When home soap was having a promotion, we thought we should try it out and make good use of our reward certificate. Initially I intended to just use it for our personal items like phones, keys, cards and cash. I've had it for about a week now and have disinfected the things that I previously couldn't like letters, stickers, vintage hair scrunchies, fur baby toys and more. Remember that it cannot work well if your item is covered with too much lint, dust or so on. It does leave a lingering scent at a certain ppm as the UV-C produces ozone. I do not plan to charge our phones while using the home soap unless absolutely necessary. 10 minutes is not a long wait as it may sound at first. You may press and hold the round button on top of the door for a few seconds for it to not automatically begin its process when there are no items inside after the door is closed. At least that is what I use it for. You will see it blink a couple of times to show that it is deactivated. When you need to use it again, repeat the steps by pressing and holding down the button for a few seconds again and the next time you close the door, the decontamination process will automatically start. We are also considering to get an portable odor eliminating machine to be attached to the USB to help with the scent. I'm relieved I made this purchase for a peace of mind on things I could not use too much of Lysol or soap and water on. I do still use Lysol or soap and water on the things I can, either way it makes a great difference to have home soap!
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Size
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Good buy for pandemic and disinfectant shortage
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Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
We love this product. With a shortage of disinfectant wipes and alcohol in our area, we were getting worried about how to keep our phones, books, and other products germ-free when we get home from outside (I also work in a lab, so this was very important). I remember that bleach is no good for electronics. So when we found this, we were very happy! It stays on for 10 mins. There’s usually a smell when you take it out, but I have no complaints about it. We still wipe our things down 2-3 times a week, but this definitely helps. Product seems more legit than things found on amazon. The last thing we need is a false sense of security. And the company that makes it have been around for a bit, even before the pandemic
My iPad Pro + keyboard fits very well in it. Very spacious. There’s a manual and automatic option (which automatically turns on everytime you open & close it). I think this is a must buy!
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Ease of use
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
I replaced a less expensive Phillips Norelco rotar
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Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I replaced a less expensive Phillips Norelco rotary shaver with this one in hopes of treating myself to the benefits of their highest end shaver. Well it did not disappoint. Close shave to rival a blade. Love the design and digital charge indicator. Easy to clean and maintain. I attached a photo showing how I'm using a cheap elastic wrist band to secure the shaver to the charger allowing it to stand on a socket shelf I have installed in my bathroom next to a mirror. Saves space. Easy and quick to remove and replace allowing the device to charge and store efficiently.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Size
Cons mentioned:
Smell
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Phone Soap's HomeSoap-UV-C Sanitizer
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Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
This product does what it was advertised to do, namely irradiate a small or large object with UV-C radiation for ten minutes. It is amazing easy to use and it completely noiseless in operation. Overall, I believe that the size of this product makes it much more useful than its smaller relatives. The only downside is, as other reviewers have mentioned, a slight lingering ozone smell to the object treated that dissipates in time. I now routinely disinfect my iPhone, iPad, keys, and just importantly masks. Will I use it after the Pandemic remains to be determined.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Ease of use, Size
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Homesoap - great price, curbside deliver
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Had 3 phonesoaps that fit one phone or keys and a credit card for disinfection. We always came home with masks, gloves, phones, keys, credit cards and spread them over 3 phonesoaps. Decided to get the larger homesoap to use so we had a one size fits all. It works great, can fit multiple phones, ipads, keys, glasses, keys, masks etc., all disinected in a few minutes. The curbside delivery at their Mansfield Mass. store was fantastic, it was brought to my car a few minutes after our arrival. Also, the homesoap was $60 less then on the phonesoap site.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Size, Usb
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Very happy. Finally pulled the trigger and bought.
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Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I was watching and wanting one of these since the beginning of the pandemic. It came up on the deal of the day and I was able to buy at 50% off with same day delivery. This unit is large enough for my computer, keyboard and all the other stuff I use daily. Think keys, phone, money, credit cards, etc. it even has USB ports to charge your device during the 10 minute cycle. While it is new and the long term use is still to be determined, I’m very happy with this purchase.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Size
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great size
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Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
This product is awesome. The size of this can fit quite a bit of stuff. Buying this at original price ($199) is a bit steep, I got mine on sale at $149 (minus reward points). I can put 3 galaxy note 9 phones at a time. And the 10 minute sanitation is not as long as it seems. All these other products fit only phones and you might need to 'flip' the product to the other side for sanitation. This one does not need to be flipped.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Ease of use, Size
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
EXCELLENT Germ & Virus killer
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Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Excellent germ & virus killer ESP during these COVID times SIMPLE to operate plug into outlet open/close door and 10 min later pathogens are dead. Remote controls, cell phones, even N95 masks are sanitized. About size of large 4 slot toaster WORTH every penny to reduce pathogens in the house
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Ease of use, Uv-c sanitizer
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
HomeSoap by PhoneSoap UV- C Sanitizer
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Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
This is our 2nd PhoneSoap products. Originally got years ago the original small size PhoneSoap. This HomeSoap is a GREAT product to Sanitize many of our products all at one time. We have done our TV Remotes, Tablets and Cellphones and very pleased with how easy it is to use this product. Thank you!
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Sanitization, Size
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
HomeSoap is impressive
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Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
It does exactly what it does, sanitize phones, and other small electronic items. It’ll even fit a 13 inch MacBook Pro. You tell definitely tell it disinfects your items by a quick smell when it comes out of the HomeSoap. Thank you PhoneSoap for engineering this product, and thank you Best Buy for having it and in stock!
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Ease of use, Size
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Excellent sanitizing machine
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Bought this UV sanitizer for things that will not fit into the phone soap 3 sanitizer that I use as well. The Home soap sanitizer is simple to use and can fit a variety of items of different sizes. Definitely worth the investment.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Uv-c sanitizer
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Effective with room for a lot
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Has 6 uv-C surgical grade lights in a highly reflective interior large enough to fit my sons lunch box or his chromebook from school and a few phones with a satisfying time to clean and gives off that tanning salon smell so you know it is working
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Sanitization, Size
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Does what it claims
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Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
This does exactly what it claims to do and it can fit a tablet easily. I use this all the time whenever I get back home to quickly disinfect my phone, tablet, keys, and so much more.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Size
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Works well, as far as I can tell
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I can’t comment on the science—the explanations they give seem to make sense and they cite what looks like appropriate research—though of course I’m no expert. They do seem to do a good job of answering questions on their website. So I’m going to take their word for it that it works, even though I would have no way of knowing if it didn’t. It’s an attractive unit, big enough for tablets and other items, but not so big as to be in the way. It might be helpful in getting some extra life out of N95 or KN95 face masks by sanitizing them, although they are careful not to make that claim, as it hasn’t been studied.
I would recommend this to a friend
Brand response from PhoneSoap
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Hi there,
Thank you so much for your review! We are happy to hear you are enjoying your HomeSoap!
If you ever need any assistance or have any questions, you can reach out to us at [email protected]. We would more than happy to help.
I hope this finds you safe and well. Have a lovely day!
Terena PhoneSoap Support
Pros mentioned:
Sanitization, Size
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Can you imagine a freezer size sanitizer price!
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Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
The best thing about this is it's 360 degree sanitizing of item's used every day tablets, water bottles (and stuff this size). Plus the weight and size is convenient.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Homesoap
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Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Received order as scheduled. However, after opening the carton and looking at the item, it did not have an On/Off switch as stated in the product description. The item was also missing 2 of the 6 microsuction feet at the bottom of the unit.