Product review
Updated October 2023
Laundry detergents
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October 2023
Earthwise
Laundry Powder Ultra Sensitive Fragrance Free
Price
$5.99
Score
55
Price
$5.99
Score
55
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Test results
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55Cleaning performance
Good points
- Good at removing grass stains.
Bad points
- Poor at removing olive oil stains.
- Poor at removing make-up stains.
- Poor at removing ice cream stains.
- Poor at removing baby food stains.
- Poor at removing engine oil stains.
Product
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TypePowder
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Washes per pack33
Other ratings
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Packaging assessmentAcceptable
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Environmental assessmentGood
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SafetyGood
Product details
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Avg price$5.99
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Cost per wash$0.18
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Pack size1kg
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Packaging typeCardboard
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Country of originNew Zealand
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FragranceFragrance free
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Eco
Packaging claims
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Has enzymesNo
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Has optical brightenersNo
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Low or no phosphate claimYes
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Safe for septic tanks claim
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Grey water safe claim
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AccreditationsEnvironmental Choice
More info
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Availability
Member reviews
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Not found what you want?
We've tested 58 other laundry detergents.
No horrible soap smell left in clothes
Pros
Cleans very well including work clothes as long as you set a regular wash cycle and not a 30 minute one. We wash clothes with a 40 degree temp. Safe for septic tank too.
Cons
None
Recommend it?
Yes, I recommend this product.
John & Caroline R.
Used 6 months or more