Laundry detergents

Find the best laundry detergent for your needs with our buying guide and test results. 

October 2023

Persil

Active Clean Powder

Price

$7.99

Score

Recommended

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Test results

89
Cleaning performance

Good points

Excellent at removing everyday grime.
Excellent at removing collar and cuff grime.
Good at removing grass stains.
Good at removing olive oil stains.
Good at removing ice cream stains.
Good at removing baby food stains.
Excellent at removing blood stains.
Good at removing engine oil stains.
Excellent at removing tomato stains.

Bad points

Washes per pack not stated.

Product

Type

Powder
Washes per pack

Not stated

Other ratings

Packaging assessment

Acceptable
Environmental assessment

Acceptable
Safety

Good

Product details

Avg price

$7.99
Cost per wash

Washes per pack not stated
Pack size

1kg
Packaging type

Cardboard
Country of origin

Vietnam
Fragrance

Not stated
Eco

Packaging claims

Has enzymes

Yes
Has optical brighteners

Yes
Low or no phosphate claim

No
Safe for septic tanks claim
Grey water safe claim
Accreditations

None

More info

Availability

Member reviews

1 Member review

Smelly and Itchy!

Pros

Bio-degradable scoop.
Septic tank safe.

Cons

Smelled my house out before I even opened the package.

After just one use, left my brand new clothes so stinky I couldn't even sleep with them in my bedroom. Tried to wear them, despite the smell, and found them terribly itchy.

I hope the smell and itchiness wash out!