A plastic ball that replaces detergent forever? It sounds like a magic trick. Let's look behind the curtain.
Quick answer: independent tests have generally found that laundry balls clean about as well as water alone.† Laundry eggs usually contain detergent pellets, so they work more like detergent.
The claims
- No detergent needed.
- Lasts hundreds of loads.
- Saves money.
What testing says
| Product | What tests found |
|---|---|
| Laundry balls | About the same as water alone† |
| Laundry eggs | Contain detergent pellets, so they do clean† |
Water does a lot on its own. Agitation helps too. That's why a ball can seem to work.
It's the placebo effect, but for socks.
Better options
- The right dose of a simple detergent (read it).
- Cold water for most loads (read it).
- Pretreating stains (read it).
Article 95 busts more laundry myths.
FAQ
Do laundry balls clean clothes? Tests suggest about as well as water.†
Do laundry eggs work? They contain detergent pellets.
Are laundry balls eco-friendly? Most are plastic and don't replace detergent well.
What's a better low-waste option? A short-list sheet with a pullulan film.
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