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 available.

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

About the pros and cons Taida 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 Ariel brand. Manufactured by Procter&Gamble.

The main advantages of the line of detergents:

1. Pleasant aroma. You can purchase formulations with scents such as: “delicate peony”, “verbena aroma”, “Lenor aroma”, “shea butter”.
2. High quality washing. This is possible thanks to a multicomponent formula based on anionic and ionic surfactants.

   To wash white and light-colored items, bleach is added to the detergent, and for colored fabrics, substances are added that prevent the pigment from being washed out.

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 twentieth century.
5. Contains components that protect the washing machine from scale.

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

Advantages and Disadvantages of Tide

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

Tide detergents have the following advantages:

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 from ordinary consumers.
3. A wide range, which includes 11 types of powders, 3 types of capsules and 3 types of gels.
4. Thoughtful detergent formula. Components 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 most affordable brands.
6. Availability in stock powder for washing baby clothes.
7. Time-tested quality. Tide has been produced since the 70s of the last century.

To prevent the strong smell of detergent from emanating from your 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?

U Tide and Ariel there are many common characteristics, 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. Similar composition.
6. High quality washing.
7. Contains components that protect the color of fabrics.
8. Detergents do not contain phosphates, which are recognized by experts as hazardous to human health.

What is the difference?

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

1. The price range between brands does not differ much, but Ariel is slightly more expensive 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 washing gels and capsules.

Which detergent should I choose for washing?

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

You should choose the Ariel line of detergents in the following cases:

1. There are no children in the family (the line of products does not contain a specialized composition for caring for the things of newborns and young children).
2. People like 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 extra funds and is satisfied with the quality of washing by this brand, since Ariel costs a little more than Tide.

Families with a child growing up can purchase the detergent. Tide Children's powder is available for sale.It has a neutral aroma and a hypoallergenic formula. The manufacturer claims that its composition is approved by the Union of Pediatricians.

Tide may be preferred if a person likes the scent of freshness emanating from his things. In this case, buy detergents marked “Alpine freshness”.

Comparative characteristics

Detailed comparative characteristics of brands are presented in the table:

Subjective consumer assessments are not an indicator of the quality of powders and gels. Laboratory testing is necessary to evaluate their cleaning capabilities.

This is exactly the study that was conducted in Germany and Switzerland. Its results are presented in the table:

The symbols indicated in the table are deciphered as follows:

• 0 – the powder did not cope with stains.
• “-” - there is a result, but it is hardly noticeable.
• “+”—satisfactory result.
• “++” - the dirt has been washed off well.

Tide failed on 3 types of stains, and Ariel failed on 2. The table will help you decide on the choice of detergent based on the nature of the stains.

Reviews

You can find different consumer reviews on the Internet.

Many are satisfied with the washing quality of both powders; they do not see much difference between them. Others indicate that Ariel bleaches light-colored fabrics better.

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

Conclusion

Both washing powders from Procter&Gamble have good cleaning power. They successfully cope with difficult stains. 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 decreased for many decades. Before making a choice, you need to study the line presented by Ariel and Tide, and also compare their prices.