No one else tests as thoroughly as we do. Our independent lab tests mimic the everyday dirt and stains you get on your clothes and linen, so you can be confident that Best Buy laundry detergents really will get your grubbiest washing clean. Our results may surprise you – the most expensive cleaning products aren't always the best. And as we reveal which laundry detergents are the best value, we can help you save money. For more ways to keep your household running smoothly, sign up for our Home newsletter – it's free monthly. Using the very best laundry detergents means your laundry will emerge from the machine spotless, with whites pristine and colours vibrant.

We put 33 bio and non-bio washing powders, liquids and capsules through our tough cleaning tests so we can reveal the best – as well as the worst. Our latest tests included brands such as Ariel, Ecover and Persil, plus own-brand detergents from Aldi, Lidl, Asda, Sainsbury's and Morrisons supermarkets. And what about green brands? We dug into the sustainability details on brands including Ecover , Smol , Method and Bio-D . Laundry detergent test results Powder detergent - great for extra bright whites and heavily soiled items, but tends to fade coloured fabrics.

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