Product review
Updated October 2023
Laundry detergents
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October 2023
Persil
3 in 1 Capsule Active
Price
$33
Score
79
Price
$33
Score
79
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Test results
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79Cleaning performance
Good points
- Good at removing everyday grime.
- Excellent at removing collar and cuff grime.
- Good at removing grass stains.
- Good at removing olive oil stains.
- Excellent at removing make-up stains.
- Excellent at removing ice cream stains.
- Good at removing baby food stains.
- Good at removing engine oil stains.
- Good at removing tomato stains.
Bad points
- Expensive per wash.
Product
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TypeCapsules
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Washes per pack50
Other ratings
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Packaging assessmentGood
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Environmental assessmentPoor
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SafetyGood
Product details
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Avg price$33
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Cost per wash$0.66
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Pack size1.05kg
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Packaging typePlastic (4) LDPE
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Country of originAustralia
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FragranceNot stated
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Eco
Packaging claims
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Has enzymesYes
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Has optical brightenersNot stated
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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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AccreditationsNone
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.
Smell is overwhelming
Pros
Easy to use
Cons
The smell is overwhelming, made me feel nauseous and gave me a terrible headache.
Recommend it?
Maybe, it depends on what you're after.
Gina G.
Used 1 month or less