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Pods are one of the most convenient and efficient ways to fill yourlaundry basketwith cleanand even great-smellingclothes.
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These laundry detergent pods checked off all our boxes regarding cleaning effectiveness, scent, and machine compatibility.
The pods even had our textiles feeling softer and fluffier during testing.
My garage is super humid in the summer, and I switched to pods because powder clumps up.
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These small but mighty pods are nicely scented without being too overwhelming.
If youre not sensitive to fragrances, these are a great option with a powerful cleaning formula.
(If thereisany residue, its easy to get rid of it with an extra rinse cycle.)
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This leads us to one of our favorite attributes of these pods: brightening our whites.
Pack that into a small laundry pack, and you have the best detergent pods for stains.
Theyre great at lifting strong odors, too, in our experience.
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So, its no surprise that the Gain Fling detergent pods won our vote in the scent department.
We personally love the brands original scent, which our team describes as sweet, fruity, and floral.
Our clothes and towels also felt softer and fluffier, sharing similar results as our top pick.
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However, you may want astain removeron hand, as some of our tougher stains were still visible post-dryer.
Yes, you read that right.
(I will say the smell was a bit overwhelming while lying on freshly washed sheets.)
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Regarding cleaning, one pod truly replaces two regular-sized ones, and maybe even three.
I couldnt believe it was gone post-washing and drying.
After finally getting our hands on a box of these detergent beauties, we can attest to the hype.
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We love the brands zero-plastic packaging.
Laundry Sauce actually makes doing laundry fun, offering so many unique and amazing scents.
So, these pods may be more of a luxury.
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Every time she washes her toddlers clothes, they come out feeling extra-clean and soft.
Theyre total pros at removing stains, too, from spaghetti sauce to olive oilyou name it.
As a new mom, I instantly gravitated toward Dreft laundry detergent for my kiddos laundry.
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The only downside is that theres no unscented option.
If you want something gentler, try theAll Free Clear MightyPacksthat are our best for sensitive skin pick.
Youll want to consider your laundry habits before shopping so that you have enough on hand.
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They will dissolve when they come in contact with water.
Its also very important to confirm the pod youre eyeing is compatible with your washing machine.
If you have a septic system, youll want to ensure the pod you choose is septic-safe.
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All of the picks on our list are compatible with high-efficiency washing machines.
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I also tested and love our best for large loads pick, the newTide Ultra Oxi Boost Power Pods.
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