Finding the best laundry detergent for your household depends on stain‑removal performance, environmental impact, skin sensitivity, and how well the product works with your washing machine. Our independent testing covers powders, liquids, capsules, and laundry sheets to help you choose the right detergent for your needs.
Buy the best laundry detergent for your home
Looking to buy laundry detergent? Our reviews let you compare price, performance, and brands to help find the best-performing model for your budget.
What to look for in a laundry detergent
Different detergents perform better on different stains, fabrics, and wash temperatures. Understanding the ingredients and formulations helps you choose a product that cleans effectively.
Learn about the key factors to look out for so you can choose the best one:
Stain removal performance: Detergents are tested on 10 common stains including grass, blood, baby food, and chocolate ice cream.
Powder vs liquid: Find out which is better for removing tough stains.
Sensitive skin suitability: See which ingredients to avoid if you have sensitive skin.
Get the most out of your laundry detergent
With so many options on the market, picking a good laundry detergent may be difficult. See how to choose the best one:
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How we test laundry detergents
We test a range of laundry detergent brands that are available in New Zealand to find the best ones.
Our independent testing evaluates:
Stain removal - how well the detergent removes 10 common stains
Performance - how well the detergent performs in cold and warm washes
Laundry detergent types - out of liquids, powders, capsules and sheets, which ones perform the best?
