There's been a recent innovation in the cleaning world that's disrupting the industry.

The innovation is called Laundry Detergent Sheets. 

These laundry sheets are small thin sheets of material that are packed with pre-measured concentration of detergent and dissolve in the washing machine, eliminating the need to measure and pour detergent.

Laundry sheets are exploding in popularity as they're eco-friendly, space-saving, use plastic free packaging and are completely mess free (no more spillage).

Due to their popularity we've seen many new laundry detergent sheet brands pop up, including some that don't meet the highest standards.

That’s why our team of editors decided to take matters into our own hands and test 18 different laundry detergent sheets from 14 different brands, and narrowed it down to the top 5 brands that were able to remove stains the best.

From our testing we found that some brands actually clean and remove stains better than both liquid and pod detergent. 

However this depends on the ingredients used in the Laundry Sheet.  

The ingredients used from brand to brand seemed to be completely different, which meant the cleaning power was vastly different as well. 

Yes, laundry detergent sheets work with all types of washing machines including top loading, front loading, or a high efficiency (HE) machine - they all work.

✅ Bio enzymes: 

Bio enzymes are a new powerhouse cleaning ingredient thats safe and non-toxic.

Bio enzymes address the root cause of stains by actually breaking down the tiny particles that makeup a stain.

They're also very effective at maintaining the vibrant colors of your clothes, making them look newer for longer.

Bio enzymes were only found in a few small number of laundry sheet brands that we tested. These were the ones that performed the best.

✅ Protease (type of bio enzyme):

Laundry sheets that contain this ingredient are superior at removing stains. Protease is a naturally occurring type of bio enzyme that helps break down proteins found in tough stains like grass, oil, coffee and sweat so they can easily be washed away. 

Below are two other non-toxic and powerful cleaning ingredients to look for:

✅ Glycerin

Glycerin is a natural compound commonly found in skincare products due to its moisturizing properties. In laundry sheets, glycerin acts as a fabric softener, helping to keep your clothes feeling soft and smooth. It also helps to protect your fabrics by reducing friction and static cling, which can cause damage to fibers over time.

✅ Tea Seed Oil

Tea Seed oil is a natural surfactant derived from the seeds of the tea plant. In laundry sheets, tea seed oil helps to create a rich lather lifts dirt and grime from your clothes. It also has excellent cleaning properties, making it a great alternative to harsh chemical surfactants.

❌ Parabens: These are used as preservatives, but they've been linked to hormonal disruption in numerous studies.

❌ Phosphates: These are often used in laundry detergents to soften water and improve cleaning, but they can be harmful to aquatic life when they enter rivers and lakes.

❌ Optical Brighteners: These can make clothes appear whiter and brighter, but they don't actually clean your clothes. They can also be allergenic and are not readily biodegradable.

Our team of editors analyzed 18 laundry detergent sheets from 14 different brands, tackling many different stains and operating our washing machines for 2 days.

The evaluation criteria for each detergent sheet included its ability in removing 20 usual stains, restoring the original whiteness of a standard pre-stained fabric swatch, and its speed and thoroughness of dissolution in water. We also carefully inspected the labels on these detergent sheets to ensure they had proper safety warnings and clear instructions.