Dropps Free + Clear Biobased Power Laundry Detergent Pods, Unscented (64 Count) - HE Compatible Laundry Pods for Fresh Clothes - Laundry Soap Supplies & Recyclable Paperboard Packaging

I, like many of the previous reviewers, really liked the idea of an environmentally responsible laundry detergent. I would have preferred a sample size as a try-before-you-buy rather than forking over nearly $30 for 140 pods that I may or may not like, but so far I am not disappointed with my purchase.Previous reviewers mentioned that the casing of the pod does not dissolve in cold water. I don't wash in any other temperature so I just did what we do with all the pods we've ever purchased and swished it around in the water by hand before adding clothes. The casing was either not dissolving or dissolving VERY slow. Rather than take a chance due to some of the other reviews, after all the detergent had been released from the capsule I pulled the casing and threw it in the garbage. I'm not happy about trying to be eco-smart and then throwing away something that I'm not totally convinced is going to break down, but I did not want to have the issue others have mentioned where the casing glues to their clothing.The smell is very light and clean, not overpowering or perfumed at all. I found it very pleasant and my clothes kept that scent even after drying with nothing but unscented wool dryer balls (also a first time thing).How effective are these at cleaning your clothes? The clothing I washed in my trial load were: 1 set of cycling bib shorts worn for a 20 mile ride, 1 pair of yoga capris worn for a 4 mile walk, 2 quick-drying athletic shirts worn for the above activities, a pair of underwear, and 2 pairs of socks. I live in southern Florida and it is hot and humid so any physical activity can create a lot of moisture and odor. I washed my load on medium load size, tap cold wash, and used the heavily soiled cycle. I used one laundry pod and, as noted above, dissolved it in the water by hand before adding clothes. When the cycle was complete, I did the smell test. The chamois on my bike shorts and the armpits of my shirts smelled fresh with no lingering odors whatsoever. I am VERY impressed.I have not worn any of my clothes yet so I cannot speak in regard to skin irritations or allergic reactions, but I've known people that couldn't use Tide or they broke out in hives (and had no known allergies prior to this) so I would imagine some people may be sensitive to this as well.So far I am very pleased with my purchase and can't wait to try the dishwasher pods (I still haven't convinced my boyfriend that dishwashers are unnecessary lol).

Why did you pick this product vs others?:Long time user. I love the convenience of a clean load of laundry from one pod. Plus no large jug of plastic to pollute environment!

great product leaves clothes smelling clean ans fresh

We have four dogs and my husband is a mechanic, so detergents get really tested at our house. I like these pods for several reasons: 1) I have so much less guilt regarding the amount of plastic I throw away (we can't recycle here) as these come in a cardboard container and there is no waste. 2) They don't leak and they don't and stick together. 3) They do a great job cleaning our laundry. That's what I need: a great job. Neither of us has sensitive skin, so I can't comment on that aspect. The only reason I didn't give them five stars is the scent. It's not that it's bad. It's sort of a sharp herbal aroma. I wouldn't say it's unpleasant at all, just not the kind of thing that makes you want to stick your face in your clean sheets and towels and sniff. It doesn't linger after the clothes come out of the dryer, though. There's no residual odor. I can only smell it when I'm unloading them from the washing machine. If having your laundry smell flowery or perfumey is a requirement for you, you might not be happy. Otherwise, I recommend these.

I have never cared for powered laundry soap, so I've bought liquid soap for years. It's always been the biodegradable kind from either 7th Generation or Ecos. However, those huge plastic bottles - UGH! So now, I have the best of both worlds with Dropps Laundry Detergent Pods. The scent is light and calming. It's true that the smell won't stay on your clothes for days of weeks as seems to be the case with some highly toxic detergents. However, we have a septic tank to consider as well as the overall environment to consider, so not having a lingering smell on my clothes really doesn't concern me. They come out clean and I know I'm doing right by the environment. One pod is usually fine unless I'm doing a fairly large load such as sheets and a blanket, then I drop in two. And not for nothing, but the packaging is simply excellent.

Works great even in my workout clothes

Although a cleaner ingredient product, I think efficiency is not great. One load left a residue and the second load shell remained caked on the pants. Unlikely I will buy again. I do like the box is small and space saving.

cleans well. not too much scent.