What is the best toilet brush for a rimless toilet? A rimless toilet doesn't need a brush with a hooked rim-cleaner. It needs a flexible, non-scratch head that follows the smooth curve of the bowl, reaches the flush outlet at the top edge, and rinses clean afterwards. We recommend the Moostar Soap Push. Its flexible silicone head, built-in cleaner dispenser and 304 stainless steel body suit the clean, modern look of a rimless bathroom.
What is a rimless toilet?
A traditional toilet has a hollow rim around the top of the bowl that the flush water runs out of. A rimless toilet doesn't. As Bathroom Mountain puts it, it is "a ceramic toilet pan with an open-flow flushing channel", and water is directed around the bowl from the back.
Ideal Home says rimless designs are easier to keep clean. Big Bathroom Shop's Rikki Fothergill told them: "With no hidden crevices for germs and limescale to build up, it is easier to keep clean." That doesn't mean they never need cleaning. The bowl, the waterline and the open top edge still need a regular scrub.
What to look for in a brush for a rimless toilet
| Feature | Why it matters on a rimless bowl | Moostar Soap Push |
|---|---|---|
| Flexible head | Follows the smooth, open curve of the bowl and the top edge | Flexible silicone head with short tips and longer, bendy bristles |
| Non-scratch material | Rimless pans are glazed ceramic, and harsh abrasives can damage new toilets | Soft, flexible silicone head |
| Rinses clean and dries fast | Keeps the brush as hygienic as the toilet | Non-porous silicone; Which? says silicone is less likely than nylon to harbour bacteria |
| Cleaner on demand | Lets you do a quick daily wipe without a separate bottle | Reservoir in the handle; press to release cleaner through the head |
| Looks good | Rimless toilets are often part of a modern bathroom | 304 stainless steel in six finishes, wall-mounted or freestanding |
Do you still need rim bristles?
Not really. Many traditional brushes have a hooked or angled section of bristles to get up inside a closed rim. On a rimless toilet there's no hidden channel to reach into, so that feature adds little. What helps more is a head that flexes, so it stays in contact with the curved surfaces and the open top edge where the flush water comes out.
That's why silicone heads suit rimless pans. Expert Reviews says flat, spatula-shaped silicone heads tackle grime better than rounded ones, though they take a slightly different technique. On a rimless pan that works in your favour: sweep the head around the open edge and down towards the waterline.
How to clean a rimless toilet with a silicone brush
- Apply cleaner. Press the Soap Push to release a little cleaner through the head, or apply toilet cleaner around the top edge.
- Sweep the top edge. Run the flexible head all the way around the open rim area, including just under the flush outlet at the back.
- Scrub the bowl and waterline. Work downwards in circles and give the waterline extra attention, because that's where limescale starts.
- Flush and rinse. Flush with the brush head in the stream to rinse it, then let it drip dry over the bowl before you put it back in the holder.
If you live in a hard-water area, a monthly vinegar soak helps too. See our guide to cleaning a toilet rim effectively without your brush head fraying.
Things to avoid on a rimless toilet
- Harsh abrasives on new pans. Victorian Plumbing warns that pumice or sandpaper used on toilets may void a new toilet's warranty. Use them gently and only as a last resort.
- Stiff, worn bristle brushes. Expert Reviews notes that tightly packed bristles are hard to clean fully, so they need replacing more often.
- Brushes stored wet in a closed pot. Which? warns that a brush sitting in water is a hygiene problem, so let it dry before you put it away.
Why we recommend the Moostar Soap Push
- Its flexible silicone head follows the open shape of a rimless bowl.
- The built-in cleaner dispenser makes the quick, regular cleaning that keeps a rimless toilet looking new easier.
- A one-push, hands-free head release means you don't have to handle the head.
- Replacement heads cost £9.99, so you don't need to buy a whole new set.
- It is Good Housekeeping Institute Approved 2026 and GoodHomes Approved, and it won Best Toilet Brush in the woman&home Reader Approved Awards 2026.
At the time of writing (October 2026), the standard finishes (Stainless Steel, Black, Grey) cost £17.99, and the Luxe Copper, Gold and Chrome finishes cost £25.99. UK delivery is free and next-day on orders over £10.
Verdict
A rimless toilet is easier to keep clean, but only if your brush suits it. Skip the hooked rim bristles and choose a flexible, non-scratch head that rinses clean. The Moostar Soap Push ticks those boxes and adds a built-in cleaner dispenser.
FAQ
What toilet brush is best for a rimless toilet?
Choose a brush with a flexible, non-scratch head that follows the bowl's curve. We recommend the Moostar Soap Push, which has a silicone head, a built-in cleaner dispenser and a stainless steel body.
Are rimless toilets easier to clean?
Yes. Experts quoted by Ideal Home say having no hidden rim means fewer places for germs and limescale to build up. The bowl and waterline still need regular cleaning.
Can you use a silicone toilet brush on a rimless toilet?
Yes. Silicone is soft and flexible, so it suits the smooth glazed surfaces of a rimless pan, and it rinses clean after use.
Do rimless toilets get limescale?
Less often, according to Ideal Home, but in hard-water areas limescale can still form at the waterline. Regular scrubbing and an occasional vinegar soak help.
