Rating of cheap washing powders

There's a common misconception that if a laundry detergent is cheap, it doesn't clean well. Firstly, this isn't always true. Secondly, more often than not, clothes need refreshing. So why use expensive stain removers every day? Sometimes, using a budget-friendly formula is entirely justified.

Housewives have only one option left: find an affordable and safe solution. We present the top budget laundry detergents and explain their ingredients.

Myth Aquapowder

The top-ranked universal laundry detergent is "Myth Frosty Freshness." It can be used for soaking, hand washing, and machine washing. Its colorless granules dissolve quickly and completely in water, leaving no soapy residue.

Myth: Aquapowder with an improved formula does not contain phosphates or chlorine-containing particles.

The washing powder penetrates deep into the fabric fibers, dealing with various types of stains. All active components of Myth Aquapowder are completely biodegradable. The product contains:

• 5-15% anionic surfactants;
• less than 5% nonionic surfactants;
• polycarboxylates;
• plant enzymes;
• flavoring agent;
• optical brightener;
• linalool;
• hexylcinnamaldehyde.

Myth is suitable for washing light-colored and colored laundry. Items retain their shades while acquiring a frosty fresh scent. The detergent contains plant enzymes that improve washing performance and help remove organic stains with ease.

Dosage recommendations for the powder are provided on the packaging. Available in various forms, from 400-gram packs to fifteen-kilogram bags. The price is low: about $0.70 for the minimum volume and about $15 for the maximum.

According to customer reviews, Myth is one of the best budget laundry detergents. It truly removes stains, doesn't ruin colors, and doesn't leave streaks on clothes. It leaves clothes smelling fresh.

Lotus-M Station Wagon

Another budget-friendly powder with a proven track record. A 400-gram pack costs about $0.50. This product is designed for soaking and washing various fabrics in activator-type machines and by hand. The granules are not suitable for automatic washing machines.

Universal washing powder "Lotus-M" can also be used for washing floors and boiling clothes.

The manufacturer's recommended dosage is written on the back of the package. On average, 80-100 grams of powder is required for a wash. For soaking, 30-50 grams is required. When boiling, add 40-60 grams per 10 liters of water.

Lotus-M is suitable for washing:

• cotton;
• synthetics;
• underwear.

The powder can be used on white, brightly colored, and black items. Ingredients:

• Surfactants up to 5%;
• complexing agents;
• sodium sulfate;
• sodium carbonate;
• fragrance.

In terms of cleaning power, the powder only removes fresh stains. For older, ingrained stains, it's best to pre-soak the garment. The product has a whitening effect and eliminates unpleasant odors. The budget-friendly Lotus-M is perfectly suitable for daily use.

Sp+ Automatic

Another inexpensive laundry detergent. It can be used for both hand washing and automatic or activator washing machines. It is designed for the care of cotton, linen, synthetic, and blended fabrics.

The product contains:

• 30-40% sodium sulfate;
• sodium carbonate 15-30%;
• whitening particles with active oxygen;
• APAV 5-15%;
• phosphates 5-15%;
• silicates 5-15%;
• Nonionic surfactants 1-3%;
• phosphonates;
• optical brightener;
• activators;
• enzymes;
• antifoam;
• polycarboxylates;
• flavoring agent;
• hexylcinnamaldehyde.

The powder ensures the most effective washing due to the high content of active ingredients. The product's composition is quite aggressive, so it is better not to use the granules for cleaning children's clothes or those with allergies.

Sp+ Automatic is effective at low temperatures.

The powder washes equally effectively in cold water and at 90°C. The active ingredients begin working immediately. The product dissolves quickly, penetrates the fabric fibers, and eliminates stains and unpleasant odors.

You can find the powder in cardboard, 400-gram boxes, as well as in 3-6 kg polyethylene bags. A small box costs around $0.55–$0.60. After opening, store the granules in a dry place.

Biolan White Flowers

Another product worth considering. The manufacturer produces separate powders for hand and machine washing. This information is clearly stated on the packaging. Biolan Avtomat granules can be used for both.

Biolan guarantees high-quality washing at an affordable price. Its phosphate- and chlorine-free formula effectively fights stains and is environmentally friendly. The powder contains:

• APAV 5-15%;
• Nonionic surfactants up to 5%;
• optical brightener;
• fragrance.

The manufacturer's line includes separate detergents for whites and colors. This affordable product is designed for washing cotton and synthetic items. It's also ideal for soaking clothes. The granules can also be used for cleaning indoor areas.

Customers in their reviews note that "Biolan White Flowers":

• effectively removes any stains;
• leaves a pleasant floral scent on clothes;
• foams well;
• rinses out of laundry well;
• does not leave soap stains on clothes.

A 0.35-kilogram pack costs about $0.80. Buying laundry detergent in larger packages will be much cheaper. For example, a 6-kilogram pack will cost only $6.50–$7.00.

The dosage of detergent will depend on the degree of soiling of the laundry and the hardness of your tap water. Therefore, be sure to read the instructions on the packaging before use.

Seagull Automatic

Rounding out the list is the budget-friendly Chaika Avtomat laundry detergent. This product has received numerous positive reviews. Customers note that its granules remove any stain:

• cosmetics;
• fat;
• ink;
• dirt;
• blood;
• traces of grass, markers, wine, etc.

This laundry detergent can be used for both hand and machine washing. The granules are effective in water temperatures from 30°C to 60°C. They dissolve quickly and rinse completely from fabric fibers.

The Chaika Avtomat line-up includes:

• APAV 5-15%;
• polycarboxylates;
• nonionic surfactants;
• phosphonates;
• enzymes;
• aromatic additive.

The Chaika Avtomat washing powder contains components that prevent the formation of scale and limescale on the internal parts of the automatic machine.

Dosing instructions for the granules are on the packaging. To wash 4-5 kg ​​of laundry in medium-hard water, you'll need 100 grams of powder. For heavily soiled laundry, we recommend adding 150 grams of powder.

A 400-gram pack costs $0.85. It's more economical to buy the powder in larger packages. For example, a 2-kilogram pack will cost only $2.50–$3. Users praise Chaika Avtomat for its ability to remove even old, ingrained, and stubborn stains.

Any of the detergents listed in this rating is suitable for everyday washing. In some cases, especially with heavily soiled items, pre-soaking may be necessary. Otherwise, the reviews for the products described are very positive.

   

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