“Long live the mega towel” — that’s the unofficial chant mums are singing online about their new favourite shower essential.
A post shared on the popular Fat Mum Slim Facebook page, run by Chantelle Ellem, has gone viral for highlighting what might be the internet’s best-kept towel secret: a $6 mega towel that’s affordable, oversized, and, most importantly, comfortable.
“HOT TIP: You need a $6 MEGA towel in your life,” the post reads. “They’re huge (well, mega!) at 1m x 1.8m in size.”
Chantelle continues to sing the towel’s praises: “They’re not fancy. They’re not designer-y. But they are $6, they’re massive, and they’re the towels everyone in our house reaches for first.
“I’ve tried the fancy ones, and I’ve tried these… and these win. Every time. If the mega towels aren’t clean? It’s a bad day.”
She finishes saying, “Cheap. Oversized. Comfy. Great for my curvy friends. Long live the mega towel.”
And it’s not just her household that’s obsessed. The Fat Mum Slim post sparked a flood of discussion with dozens of commenters chiming in to declare it their go-to towel. Users love their generous size, quick-drying ability, especially during winter when a dryer is not available, and unbeatable price.
While they’re not thick and plush like premium towels, many describe them as soft, absorbent, and surprisingly long-lasting. Some even claim their mega towels have lasted over a decade. Others have stocked up for caravans, visitors, massage therapy businesses, or to ensure there’s always one ready.
As one commenter put it:
“They’re great. I bought a few thinking, ‘If they’re no good, it’s not a big money loss’… but they’re soooo good.”
Another added:
“I love these. My go-to when we have visitors—always buy new towels for them!”
That said, reviews aren’t entirely one-sided. A few people mentioned they find the towels too thin, slightly scratchy at first, or prone to leaving fluff after initial washes. Still, many say they soften up beautifully in the dryer and perform far better than expected at this price point.
How big is the mega towel?
The Big W Mega Towel measures a generous 1 metre by 1.8 metres, making it significantly larger than the standard bath towel (typically around 0.7m x 1.4m). That’s over 70% more towel, offering plenty of wrap-around coverage and comfort after a hot shower.
Perfect for taller individuals, cooler mornings, beach trips, pool days, or anyone who loves the oversized, hotel-style feel without the hotel price tag.
Where to buy your mega towel
Shoppers have found these towels at Big W and Kmart, typically available in classic shades such as white, beige, baby blue, and navy. At just $6 each, many say they’re better than towels three times the price.
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