Are laundry pods a "costly expense"? A supermarket salesperson offers a surprising honest answer.

We all use a variety of cleaning products when doing laundry. Older generations typically use laundry powder, while younger generations opt for liquid laundry detergent. However, a new type of cleaning product has become popular in the past two years: laundry pods.

Despite their popularity, some people still have their doubts. Many of my friends believe they're just liquid laundry detergent in a different package.

Are laundry pods a "costly expense"? A supermarket salesperson offers a surprising honest answer.

What are laundry pods?

Laundry pods are a popular cleaning product in recent years, primarily used for cleaning clothes. They come in capsule form, each individually packaged. They look a lot like liquid laundry detergent wrapped in a film.

Using them is simple: just like liquid laundry detergent, simply pour them into the washing machine. The film dissolves when it comes into contact with water, releasing the detergent to clean your clothes.

So, many people think laundry pods are just another type of laundry detergent.

What's the difference between laundry pods and laundry detergent?

1. Function

Laundry detergent's primary function is to clean clothes. To achieve other benefits, you need to add different laundry products, such as softener, disinfectant, or fragrance beads.

Laundry pods, on the other hand, do more than just clean clothes. They combine multiple cleaning products into one, achieving comprehensive laundry and clothing care.

One laundry pod is equal to softener + detergent + disinfectant + fragrance beads.

So, in terms of functionality, laundry pods offer more and are more practical than laundry detergent.

Clothes cleaned with laundry pods are clean, soft, and skin-friendly, and they also emit a light, refreshing fragrance.

The fragrance is also very long-lasting, typically lasting for over 15 days, and there's no need to worry about bacteria growing on clothes.

2. Dosage

When using laundry detergent, you need to use the bottle cap to accurately calculate the amount. Using too much will leave your clothes looking whitish and sticky, and you'll feel like they haven't been rinsed thoroughly. Using too little won't get them clean at all.

Laundry pods solve this problem. Their individually packaged design allows for precise control of dosage.

One laundry pod can clean 8-12 pieces of clothing. For heavier, autumn and winter clothing, 5-8 pieces is enough.

This is why more and more people are using laundry pods because they are so convenient.

Every time you wash clothes, you just toss the pod into the washing machine. There's no need to calculate or worry about how much to use, which really reduces the hassle.

3. Portability

When we're out and about, laundry detergent can get dirty, and carrying it around is inconvenient.

Laundry pods are small and fit neatly in your suitcase or backpack, making them space-saving and easy to carry.

Now, I usually carry one or two laundry pods with me when I go out, so I don't have to worry about getting my clothes dirty.

4. Stronger Cleaning Power

Anyone who has used laundry detergent knows that it lacks cleaning power and can't completely remove many stubborn stains. Often, you need to rub the stains in the washing machine, not just by hand.

However, laundry pods eliminate these issues. They utilize capsule-based dirt-locking technology, allowing cleaning agents to penetrate deep into clothing fibers, dissolving and removing deep-seated dirt.

The entire washing process simulates hand washing, not only delivering a clean wash but also conditioning your clothes, making them appear brighter with each wash.

5. Affordable

Because laundry pods are economical and usage can be strictly controlled, a single wash costs only a few cents. Compared to laundry detergent, they're actually much more economical.

Young people today have busy commutes, so it's no surprise that laundry pods, convenient, time-saving, and attractive, have become a new favorite.

A few days ago, when I went to the supermarket, I noticed that almost all young people were choosing laundry pods. During a conversation with a supermarket salesperson, she explained that laundry pods aren't a waste of money. These days, most people consider laundry pods first when shopping for laundry products at the supermarket. She herself uses them at home, and they're truly useful.

If you're still using liquid laundry detergent at home, consider switching to laundry pods; they might offer a different experience.