They abound on the market Washing machine detergents of all kindseach with promises that aim to convince the consumer: more white garments, brighter fabrics, deep cleaning, persistent fragrances.
But which among these products really works? And which one manages to reconcile the yield on the laundry with attention to the environment and economic savings? To these questions he wanted to answer Altroconsumo, who made a comparison on Over 70 detergents for washing machinesubjecting them to laboratory tests to evaluate their performance, sustainability and the relationship between quality and price.
In the investigation, liquid detergents, powder and capsules were included, both universal and specific for colorful, delicate or products with ecological formulations. The final result offers a precious compass to those who want to orient themselves consciously and find the detergent most suitable for their daily needs.
The best detergents according to Altroconsumo
Among liquid products, Carrefour Eco Planet washing machine thrush and lavender has reached the highest score, earning the title of Better than the test And Best Green choice. This detergent has distinguished itself for the high efficacy in washing, combined with an excellent balance between quality and price: a package costs on average 4.09 euros and allows you to make 30 washes.
Positive results also emerged for other ecological detergents, including:
Best purchase and alternative green
Those who want maximum savings without giving up a satisfactory quality level can consider Formil Marseille (Lidl)which obtained the title of Best purchase. With an annual cost that stands at only 11 euros, this product shows how an low price does not imply implement lower performance.
Among the proposals with low environmental impact, Altroconsumo has highlighted several detergents that have formulations attentive to the composition of the ingredients and less invasive packaging for the environment. In addition to the products already mentioned, I love to be echo (Eurospin) And Coop live green liquid washing machine They represented valid options for those looking for more sustainable solutions.
Follows the full ranking With the score of all the washing machine examined examined.
The evaluation method of Altroconsumo
The test conducted by Altroconsumo is based on Standardized laboratory testsrepeated six times for each detergent. The samples were used to remove common spots such as fat, red wine, coffee and dirt from daily use, carrying out washes at 30 ° C and respecting the doses indicated by the producers.
The overall score takes into account three criteria:
Altroconsumo updates the selection of products twice a year, in April and October, to include the news present on the shelves and update the average prices, so as to offer consumers an always current and useful comparison for their purchase choices.
