The publication’s team tested thousands of household items over the past year— including detergents and other home care products—in an effort to figure out which products representing the best choices for consumers.
Consumer Reports said it sifted through its lists of tested products to find some of the best choices for consumers. Staffers looked for products that tested at or near the top of their product category.
In laundry detergent, Tide 2X Ultra with Color Clean Bleach Alternative was named the best and Xtra 2X Concentrated Lasting ScentSations Spring Sun Shine was named the worst.
In liquid dishwasher detergents, Cascade Complete with Bleach Hydroclean Action Powder came out on top. Wave 2X Ultra High Performance was named the worst.
Consumer Reports also assessed carpet cleaning products. It found Bissell's Oxypro Carpet Spot and Stain Remover the top product with Dyson's Dyzolv Spot Cleaner finishing at the bottom.