We compared two 180 x 180cm shower curtains: the Amazon Basics White Shower Curtain and the EurCross Waffle Weave Shower Curtain.
What we looked at
Size, fabric, hooks, weighting, mould resistance, and price.
The verdict
If you want a plain white, machine-washable curtain with hooks included at the lowest price, the Amazon Basics is the pick at £5.99. If you would rather pay £11.79 more for a grey waffle weave curtain with 12 metal-reinforced holes, the EurCross is the alternative, at £17.78.
A £5.99 white 180 x 180cm curtain, machine washable and weighted, hooks included.
A £17.78 grey waffle weave 180 x 180cm curtain with 12 metal holes and hooks.
Amazon Basics White Shower Curtain 180 x 180cm — Best Value
Intended for: Marketed as a white 180 x 180cm shower curtain that is water-repellent, mould and mildew resistant, machine washable and weighted, with plastic hooks included. Carries 4.6 stars from 41.8K ratings on this listing.
What we liked
- Much cheaper than the EurCross on these listings, at £5.99
- Water-repellent and mould and mildew resistant per the listing
- Machine washable and weighted
- Plastic hooks included; very large review history (41.8K ratings)
Worth knowing
- Plain white only, with no textured weave
- Plastic hooks rather than metal-reinforced holes
Best for
- Buyers who want a plain white curtain at the lowest price
- Anyone who wants to machine wash it
- Those who want the larger review history
Not ideal for
- Buyers who want a textured or coloured curtain
- Anyone who wants metal holes
EurCross Waffle Weave Shower Curtain 180 x 180cm (Grey) — Waffle Weave Pick
Intended for: Marketed as a grey waffle weave 180 x 180cm shower curtain made of heavy polyester, with 12 metal holes and hooks, a weighted line and mildew resistance. Carries 4.5 stars from 3.3K ratings on this listing.
What we liked
- Waffle weave texture in grey
- 12 metal holes and hooks included
- Heavy polyester with a weighted line
- Mildew resistant per the listing
Worth knowing
- Costs £11.79 more than the Amazon Basics on these listings
- Smaller review history than the Amazon Basics (3.3K vs 41.8K ratings)
Best for
- Buyers who want a textured grey curtain
- Anyone who wants metal holes
- Those who want a heavier fabric
Not ideal for
- Budget-conscious buyers
- Anyone who wants plain white
