8 Best Bath Sheets of 2025, Tested and Reviewed by AD

Bath textiles might seem utilitarian, but they’re central to one of the small luxuries we experience each day. That’s why the best bath sheets come to mind. While a towel may have one job—to get you dry—too many fall short. They slip, they cling, they leave you half-damp, and if you’re taller, they barely make it to the top of your thigh. This is where bath sheets enter, stage left: larger by generous inches, softer in all the right ways, and capable of wrapping the whole body without awkward gaps. After using one, a standard towel feels offensive.

Our Top Picks for the Best Bath Sheets

Best Overall

Parachute Organic Resort Stripe Towels

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Best Colorways

Hommey Bath Sheet (Set of 2)

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Best Budget

Quince Turkish Waffle Terry Bath Sheet (Set of 2)

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Like many bathroom accessories out on display, bath sheets an extension of decor. From splashy colorways and patterns to neutral tones, there’s a little bit of everything to fit your specific design style. With soft and absorbent organic materials like Oeko-Tex-certified Turkish cotton to boot, these sheets have your back in all the best ways (literally).

To find the bath sheets truly worth upgrading to, our AD team tested eight options from design-beloved brands. Each was judged on softness, absorbency, size, and dry time—and yes, every single one has elevated our bath time routines for the better.

Best Overall

Parachute’s Resort Stripe bath sheet is ideal for those who want softness without bulk. Made from 100% organic long-staple cotton, it strikes that rare balance of absorbency and breathability. “A great option to convert people to bath sheets,” says contributor Jasmine Desiree. “It’s soft right away without feeling heavy, and it actually covers your whole body—no adjusting mid-dry.” The coastal-inspired stripe design lends a relaxed yet refined look, and the towel performs as well as it appears. “It soaks up moisture fast and evenly,” she notes. “Even in my smaller space, it’s ready for the next shower.”

Best Colorways

For those who want their bath textiles to double as decor, Hommey’s bath sheets bring warmth and color in all the right ways. “If you’re going to have a towel hanging in your bathroom, it should at least be cute,” says Desiree. “Hommey nails that cool-meets-luxe balance. Their colors are playful but sophisticated.” The plush terry feels cushioned against the skin—“like a lightly weighted blanket, but prettier,” she adds—and the new Terracotta pattern elevates any neutral bathroom. Desiree also recommends the matching robe, “an equally worthy indulgence with the same cozy texture.” While the towel’s softness is immediate, she notes, “they’re so plush that they can push water around before fully drying you off.”

Best Budget

Affordable doesn’t have to mean basic. Quince’s reversible waffle-terry bath sheets offer two textures in one: soft terry on one side and airy waffle weave on the other. “This set punches way above its price point,” says Desiree. “One side’s classic terry, the other’s airy waffle, so you can flip depending on your mood.” The towels feel elevated yet accessible—“like something you’d find in a boutique hotel, not for under $80.” The terry side handles post-shower drying effortlessly, while the waffle side works perfectly for wrapping hair or quick rinses. “They recover fast and never feel soggy,” Desiree says. “Perfect for small bathrooms or gym-goers.”

Best Investment

Crafted from 100% organic cotton with a double-loop terry, Baina’s grid-patterned bath sheet blends minimalist design with subtle luxury. “It feels as refined as it looks and is very breathable,” says Desiree. “It’s slim but not thin, and the grid pattern adds a subtle design element that makes it feel high-quality and considered.” Though she found it “a little scratchy” at first, the towel softened beautifully after a few washes while maintaining its structure. Lightweight yet surprisingly absorbent, Desiree calls it her go-to for small spaces: “It doesn’t smear or leave that damp film some thinner towels do—it just gets the job done. Mine dries faster than my hair.”

Best Graphic Minimalism

For a touch of graphic design that still reads neutral, Quiet Town’s Tam bath sheet offers an artful mix of clay, chocolate, and cream tones. “This checkered pattern makes a statement while complementing my bathroom’s neutral palette,” says senior commerce editor Nashia Baker. Crafted from GOTS-certified Portuguese cotton, it feels plush yet structured, folding neatly without losing shape. “They’re quite absorbent and soak up water evenly,” she adds. The oversized silhouette (roughly 10 inches longer and wider than a standard towel) makes for easy full-body coverage.

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Luxome’s Plush Performance bath sheet is about 50% larger than standard, offering a wrap so generous it feels like a blanket. “These are some of the biggest and softest towels I have in my rotation,” says Baker. “They’re made from a blend that keeps them lightweight but cozy.” The cotton-poly mix balances breathability and absorbency—“they don’t trap that heavy dampness some thick towels do,” she notes. Even after months of use, the towel maintains its color and softness. “I’ve noticed only a faint fray along one edge, but it’s barely visible and doesn’t affect performance.”

Brooklinen’s Super-Plush bath sheet lives up to its name with 820 GSM of long-staple Turkish cotton and dense, zero-twist loops that deliver a velvety hand-feel. “If you want to feel cocooned in a cloud, this is it,” says Desiree. “They’re thick, cushiony, and insanely soft—but somehow still manage to look elevated.” The texture feels more like a robe than a towel, which makes sense since Desiree owns the robe version too. “I reach for it constantly—it’s the same plush texture, just wearable. I may or may not have fallen asleep in it a few times,” she admits.

The bath sheet’s weight, however, comes with a caveat: “It’s so heavy it actually pulled one of my towel hooks straight from the wall,” she says. “I swapped it for a sturdier, sculptural towel bar that actually deserves to hold something this plush.” Despite the heft, the towel absorbs impressively fast. “It pulls moisture off your skin right away and leaves you feeling dry without having to rub,” Desiree says. While it takes longer to air out than lighter options, she calls it “a trade-off for that spa-level” comfort.

Made from 100% Brazilian cotton and garment-washed for that lived-in softness, Matteo’s Riviera bath sheet delivers understated refinement that lasts. “I’ve had these towels for seven years and they’re still perfect,” says Desiree. “They feel like a blanket on one side and more towel-y on the other—soft, but with structure.” The cotton absorbs moisture efficiently without the drag of denser towels, and the 645 GSM weight gives it a resort-level plushness. “They’ve never gotten musty in all the small bathrooms I’ve had,” she adds. A subtle hanging loop and timeless color options make this a no-fail upgrade for any bathroom.

How We Tested

Our editors lived with and used each bath sheet after showering, measuring absorbency, softness, and dry time. We also conducted a “bowl test,” submerging a towel corner in water for 30 seconds to gauge how fast it soaked up and released moisture. Factors like how it handled drying off hair, potential fraying, and whether it was machine washable all contributed to the final ranking. These are our top picks for turning your bathroom into a spa-worthy setup with towels that remain ultra-soft.

A Quick Hanging Tip

Bath sheets are heavier than your average bath towel set, so sturdy hardware helps. Desiree swapped her Amazon hooks for the Glenn Towel Bar from Ethnik Living after one of her bath sheets pulled a hook clean off the wall. “I needed something sturdier,” she says, “but I didn’t want it to look too utilitarian.” The bar’s sculptural design handles even the densest textiles while adding polish. “It’s so pretty that it instantly elevates whatever towel I hang.”

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