The 9 Best Shower Curtain Liners of 2024, Tested and Reviewed

Best Overall

Quiet Town Sun Shower Thistle Curtain

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The Quiet Town Sun Shower Curtain Liner looks and feels higher quality than any of the other vinyl or plastic liners we tested, easily making it our top pick. It's made with a 12-gauge ethylene-vinyl acetate (EVA), a thick vinyl material free of BPAs and PVC. (Gauge measures the thickness of the material, so the higher the gauge, the heavier and more durable the material tends to be.)

We especially like its heavy drape that prevents sticking in the shower. We loved the clarity of the liner’s color—and when it comes time to clean it, just wipe it down to remove soap or water spots and it’s back to beautifully clear. 

Many plastic liners cloud where they get nicks or creases, but the Quiet Town didn’t crease and stayed clear throughout use. The brass grommets resist rusting and easily fit over curtain rings. Two additional grommets, one at each of the bottom corners, add weight to the bottom to hold the liner in place while in use. 

This liner comes in several fun colors, ranging from bright tangerine and canary yellow to clear and color-blocked options. (None of the liners are returnable, but you can buy a swatch card to see which color might suit your bathroom the best.) We tested the pink and lavender options, both of which looked very pretty but might not be suited to all users. 

Overall, it’s one of the most stylish shower curtain liners we tested, as small design details like rounded corners and an imprinted logo set it apart from other options we tested. While it’s thick enough to use alone, we recommend pairing the liner with a fabric curtain for extra privacy.

_{Dimensions: 72 x 72 inches, 72 x 84 inches | Colors: 16 options | Material: EVA | Machine Washable: No}

Best Budget

Gorilla Grip PEVA Heavy Duty Shower Curtain Liner

$8 at Amazon View on Gorillagrip.com

With a durable material and reinforced grommets, the Gorilla Grip liner offers a high-quality performance for under $10. During testing, we found it to repel water and dry quickly. It’s far thicker and more durable than the price suggests and the EVA is easy to clean like other plastic designs, though some light scrubbing was required. 

The heavyweight liner had reinforced grommets and weights on the bottom that helped keep it in place. The material is slightly stiff, so it took up a bit more space in the shower compared to thinner, more lightweight options. We found this to be a fair tradeoff considering the shower curtain liner’s durability, but it’s worth noting if you don’t have much shower space.

The only issue we had with the Gorilla Grip liner was that it could cloud if it gets pinched—in a few small places, you could see where it had been bumped, leaving marks on it. This isn’t the kind of liner that’s used alone. We would recommend using it with a curtain because it’s designed to be more functional than decorative.

_{Dimensions: 72 x 72 inches, 78 x 72 inches | Colors: 12 options | Material: EVA | Machine Washable: No}

Best Hookless

Hookless Fabric Shower Curtain and Liner

$30 $21 at Amazon

This liner and curtain set was one of our favorites for its unique and practical design. Unlike some other options, the hookless design doesn’t look hookless. The large grommets are split, but once installed, you can’t see the separation.

A removable liner snaps onto the curtain below a sheer panel. Come washing time, you remove the panel but leave the curtain in place. There’s no need to completely uninstall the curtain when it needs to be washed. 

To give it a touch of style, the Hookless Escape has four accent ribbons throughout the curtain. We loved the sheer top panel because it let more steam out and let you peek out of the curtain to check on anything going on in the bathroom. The only downside we could see was that if you need to replace the inner liner, you’ll have to order a replacement from the manufacturer.

_{Dimensions: 71 x 74 inches | Colors: Nine options | Material: EVA | Machine Washable: No}

Best Fabric

The Company Store Fabric Shower Curtain Liner

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Fabric shower curtain liners may not offer the same waterproof effect as vinyl options, but they often have a more refined look and soft texture that is more appealing for certain users. During our testing, we especially liked this fabric option from The Company Store.

It’s made from polyester, which has a delicate drape that looks and feels nicer than EVA, which can often be quite stiff. It’s water-repellant (not waterproof) and mildew-resistant and held up nicely in the wash during our testing.

Just note that this shower curtain liner is lightweight, so it’s not the most heavy-duty option on this list. However, it’s made with a weighted bottom hem to keep it from moving in the shower, which we found worked well. While only one color is available, it offers a classic look that matches most curtains well.

_{Dimensions: 70 x 72 inches | Colors: One option | Material: Polyester | Machine Washable: Yes}

Best Set

Brooklinen Linen Shower Curtain Set

$109 at Brooklinen $89 at Zola

If you like the look and feel of linen, check out this rustic set from Brooklinen. With your purchase, you'll get a 100 percent linen curtain, EVA liner, and 12 metal hooks. As with most linen items, you should expect some wrinkling (in this case, especially near the grommets). However, the combo of white linen and a clear liner gave airiness to the windowless bathroom in which it was tested.

It offers a simple and classic look that matches most design styles well. The linen has a thinner texture, but we still found it to be quite durable in our testing. 

The liner isn’t the highest-quality EVA we tested, and it doesn’t have weights at the bottom. However, it worked well and completely protected the curtain. The main issue we had with this set was the hooks, which have sharp open ends that can scratch your shower rod. During testing, there was no way to get them on or off without leaving a mark. While we loved the set, we recommend buying hooks separately.

_{Dimensions: 72 x 72 inches | Colors: Two options | Material: Linen curtain, EVA liner | Machine Washable: Yes (curtain only)}

Best Washable

Crate & Barrel White Shower Curtain Liner

$19 at Crate And Barrel $19 at Havenly.com $19 at Zola

Another one of our favorite picks is the Crate & Barrel White Shower Curtain Liner, which was particularly easy to clean. Thanks to the polyurethane inner coating, it repels water well, and the weight of the liner plus the weighted edge kept it from sticking to the shower. Those weights also prevent the lightweight fabric from billowing in the shower, leaving plenty of space for the occupant. We loved that it washed well, looking new and ready to go right out of the washing machine. 

One thing to note is that the polyurethane coating does slow down the drying process—not by too much, but you'll have to make sure to leave the liner open after use so that it will dry. That adds some maintenance time to this liner, but it looks nice and cleans very well.

_{Dimensions: 71 x 71 inches | Colors: One option | Material: Polyester coated with polyurethane | Machine Washable: Yes}

Best Mildew-Resistant

BigFoot Heavy Duty Shower Curtain Liner

$16 $9 at Amazon $17 at Walmart

The BigFoot shower curtain liner is made of mildew-resistant EVA, but it’s the quality of the material that makes this model stand out. It’s thick, but there’s no chemical odor—in fact, there’s no odor at all.

Despite its thickness, this liner is flexible and contours well to the shape of the shower. The three magnets at the bottom made a major difference. They also help the liner drape, so that it doesn’t protrude into the shower. 

The EVA dries quickly, helping with mildew resistance. Overall, it’s an excellent liner, though you’ll need a curtain if you want privacy. The only downside is that it easily shows water spots. They'll go away with gentle cleaning, but expect them to show up within a few uses. That being said, the durability of the material gives us confidence it’ll hold up against even heavy-duty scrubbing if needed.

_{Dimensions: 72 x 72 inches | Colors: Three options | Material: EVA | Machine Washable: No}

Best Heavy-Duty

Liba Plastic Shower Curtain Liner

$17 $9 at Amazon

If you live in a high-traffic household, a heavy-duty liner, like this option from Liba, might be worth considering. As with many of the picks that we tested, this liner is made with EVA, a thick vinyl material that's durable and mold- and mildew-resistant.

You can opt for either an 8-gauge or 10-gauge liner. If you're looking for something that will really last, we recommend choosing the 10-gauge option, which is on the stiffer side but better suited for heavy use. In our testing, we also liked that it stayed in place nicely while we showered.

Beyond its durability and performance, we also love how customizable this option is. It's available in three different finishes (clear, frosted, and white) for varying degrees of privacy, and comes in five different sizes to accommodate a variety of showers. Unfortunately, we found that there was a strong plastic smell upon arrival, but this should go away in time. 

_{Dimensions: Five sizes | Colors: 19 options | Material: EVA | Machine Washable: No}

Best for Small Bathrooms

Maytex Mesh Pockets PEVA Shower Curtain

$21 at Walmart View on Bed Bath & Beyond View on Amazon.in

The Maytex Mesh PEVA Shower Curtain and Bath Organizer does more than keep water inside a shower. It adds much-needed storage to a crowded bathroom, with nine mesh pockets of different sizes on one side. We didn’t test this option for ourselves, but we did try a similar (now discontinued) product that had a comparable design.

It’s designed to be reversible, so you can either use the pockets for shampoo and items you need in the shower or face it outward and store items you need while using the sink. For small bathrooms, the added storage can keep clutter from taking over. 

We love the different size pocket options: the largest ones should be big enough to hold a shampoo bottle, while the smaller pockets would work great for shaving supplies. However, the only downside comes at washing time: if you have the liner facing the water, the mesh pockets do not dry out as well as the vinyl. Additionally, you’ll want to be aware of what you place in the pockets, as they may get overloaded with too much weight, which could collapse your curtain rod.

_{Dimensions: 70 x 72 inches | Colors: Three options | Material: Vinyl and nylon mesh | Machine Washable: No}