Test for Australia’s best laundry detergent sees Aldi and Omo tied for first place

A consumer test by Choice found that Aldi's laundry detergent performs as well as premium brands like Omo. The study highlights significant price differences for similar cleaning efficacy.
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Choice tested more than 40 supermarket laundry detergents and with Aldi and Omo products tied for first place. Choice tested more than 40 supermarket laundry detergents and with Aldi and Omo products tied for first place. Consumer affairs Test for Australia’s best laundry detergent sees Aldi and Omo tied for first place In a Choice test of 48 products, the Aldi powder also came out on top for top loaders
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Prefer the Guardian on Google Consumer advocacy group Choice has put more than 40 supermarket laundry detergent products through the wringer, naming two Omo and one Aldi product as its best performers – while some other brands perform barely better than water.
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