Which is better - Tide or Ariel, how are they similar and different from each other?

You can find many types of laundry detergents on store shelves. A wide range of powders, concentrated gels and capsules are presented.

The sales leaders in Russia are two brands: Tide and Ariel. Therefore, consumers have a completely natural question: which is better - Tide or Ariel, how does one brand differ from another?

About the pros and cons Tida and Ariel, as well as their main similarities and differences, read the article.

Pros and cons of Ariel

On sale you can find capsules, washing gel and powder, produced under the single brand Ariel. Manufactured by Procter & Gamble.

The main advantages of the line of detergents:

1. Pleasant aroma. You can buy compositions with such scents as: "delicate peony", "verbena aroma", "Lenor aroma", "shea butter".
2. High quality washing. This is possible due to the multicomponent formula based on anionic and ionic surfactants.

   For washing white and light-colored items, bleach is added to the detergent, and for colored fabrics - substances that prevent the washing out of the pigment.

3. A wide range of. It includes 8 types of powders, 5 types of gel and 4 types of capsules.
4. Time-tested quality. The first batch of powder was produced in the 60s of the XX century.
5. The presence in the composition of components that protect the washing machine from scale.

The product is in the middle price category, but for some, its cost may seem overpriced.

Pros and cons of Tide

Products under the Tide brand include 3 types of detergents: capsules, gel and powder. The trademark of the American company Procter & Gamble belongs to.

Tide detergents have the following benefits:

1. A pleasant aroma that you can choose at your own discretion: "The aroma of lavender and birch bark", "Siberian herbs", "Alpine freshness", "Lenor aroma".
2. High quality washing. It has been repeatedly confirmed by independent experts and reviews of ordinary consumers.
3. A wide range, which includes 11 types of powders, 3 types of capsules and 3 types of gels.
4. Sophisticated detergent formula. Components are selected in such a way that they not only remove dirt, but also preserve the color saturation of things.
5. Low price.Tide is one of the more affordable brands.
6. Availability in assortment powder for washing baby clothes.
7. Time-tested quality. Tide has been produced since the 70s of the last century.

To prevent a strong smell of detergent from emanating from the laundry, you need to rinse things thoroughly, changing the water several times. This recommendation applies to all types of detergents.

What do they have in common?

Tide and Ariel there are many characteristics in common, namely:

1. Release form. The line of both brands is represented by capsules, liquid concentrates and powders.
2. One manufacturer is Procter & Gamble.
3. Variety of assortment.
4. Effective at low water temperatures. Both Ariel and Tide are active in cool water.
5. A similar composition.
6. High quality washing.
7. The presence of components that protect the color of fabrics.
8. The detergents do not contain phosphates, which are recognized by experts as hazardous to human health.

What is the difference?

Key differences between capsules, gel and powders Tide and Ariel:

1. The price category for brands does not vary much, but Ariel costs a little more than Tide. The difference for a small pack of 0.4 kg is about 20 rubles.
2. The Tide line includes powder for washing children's clothes. This significantly expands the consumer group.
3. Tide has a wider range of powders than Ariel. However, this brand has fewer varieties of gels and capsules for washing.

Which detergent to choose for washing?

When choosing a detergent, you need to build on several parameters. Pay attention to the intended purpose of the powder or gel, as well as its cost.

Stop your choice on the line of Ariel detergents in the following cases:

1. There are no children in the family (in the line of products there is no specialized composition for the care of things for newborns and young children).
2. A person likes the fragrances presented in the assortment of this brand.
3. The person has sensitive skin or needs to wash very delicate fabrics. In this case, you can purchase Ariel Sensitive Gel, which is tested and approved by dermatologists.
4. The consumer has surplus funds and is satisfied with the quality of washing by this brand, since Ariel costs a little more than Tide.

Families where the child grows up can buy the detergent. Tide Children's powder is on sale. It has a neutral scent and a hypoallergenic formula. The manufacturer claims that its composition is approved by the Pediatrician Union.

Tide can be preferred if a person likes the scent of freshness coming from his things.... In this case, they buy detergents marked "Alpine freshness".

Comparative characteristics

Detailed comparative characteristics of brands are presented in the table:

Subjective consumer ratings are not indicative of the quality of powders and gels. To assess their cleaning capabilities, laboratory testing is required.

Such a study was carried out in Germany and Switzerland. Its results are presented in the table:

The symbols indicated in the table are deciphered as follows:

• 0 - the powder has failed to remove stains.
• “-” - there is a result, but it is hardly noticeable.
• "+" - satisfactory result.
• "++" - the dirt was removed well.

Tide did not cope with 3 types of stains, while Ariel did not cope with 2. The table will help determine the choice of detergent, taking into account the nature of the stains.

Reviews

Various consumer reviews can be found on the web.

Many are satisfied with the washing quality of both powders, they do not see much difference between them.... Others point out that Ariel is better at whitening light-colored fabrics.

There are housewives who do not like the too intense aroma that detergents leave on things, although many, on the contrary, seem to be subtle and very pleasant. Tide is often chosen by families with children.

Conclusion

Both detergents from Procter & Gamble have good detergency... They deal with tough stains successfully. Their formula is safe and does not contain components harmful to human health.

The entire line of detergents is in demand among consumers, which has not been decreasing for many decades. Before making a choice, you need to study the line presented by Ariel and Tide, as well as compare their prices.