I wanted to give you a heads up that I was able to update the detergent database. We now have over 2,100 survey responses to the Washing Diapers Survey (still open). Those listed in the database are those which have received 20+ responses thus far. If a detergent is missing, please ask anyone you know to fill out the survey (forums, Facebook pages, etc.).

 

Based on the most recent statistics, here is what I’ve observed:

Detergents with the best overall scores so far are:

Lulu’s In the Fluff

Tide Powder

Purex Free and Clear

Detergents with the lowest level of diaper damage are:

(Please note that I did NOT control for amount of time someone used the routine, which could have an impact on damage. You can find an article where I do control for this here)

Country Save

Rockin Green Classic

Tide Liquid

Detergents with the best overall scores for Hard Water so far are:

Tide Powder (not Ultra)

Tide Ultra

EcoSprout

Detergents with the best overall scores for Soft Water so far are:

Rockin Green Classic

(still not enough responses to compare with many others)

Detergents with the best overall scores for Front Loaders are:

Tide Powder (not Ultra)

Ruby Moon

Tiny Bubbles

Detergents with the best overall scores for Top Loaders are:

Tide Ultra

Tide Powder (not Ultra)

Tide Liquid

I still really need responses for soft water. If you have soft water, please head on over here to fill out the survey. If you don’t know your water type, please see this post to find out how (you can also go to that post for advice on solving lingering stink issues with your diapers).