The microfiber sports towel from LightDry®️is a very lightweight towel that can be used in a variety of ways. It consists of 80% polyester and 20% polyamide and is very comfortable on the skin thanks to its soft terry cloth fabric. This material enables quick absorption of liquids and ensures a very low weight and volume.
The towel is supplied in a practical carrying bag made of ripstop nylon (except for the 30×60 cm size). It is available in nine different colors and five different sizes, making it easy to adapt to your own needs and preferences.
A label with a press stud ensures that the towel can be hung up perfectly.
It is also machine washable at 40 degrees .
Overall, the microfiber sports towel from LightDry®️durchimpresses with its light weight, good quality, pleasant material and easy cleaning.
It is not only suitable for sports, but is also ideal for traveling or relaxing and therefore made a very good impression in the test.
Advantages
✅ Carrying bag included
Highly absorbent
✅ Pleasantly soft
✅ Fast re-drying
✅ Cleaning in the washing machine
✅ Low weight and volume
Disadvantages
❌ Towel made from plastic
❌ Plastic carrier bag
The first impression
Packaging and labeling
ℹ️ Here we take a closer look at packaging. Sustainability is becoming an increasingly important factor. In addition, adequate protection of the product must of course also be ensured.
| Criterion | Remark | Score achieved* |
|---|---|---|
| Product protection | Carton is sturdy, product sufficiently protected | 100 points |
| Sustainability Packaging | Hardly any packaging waste, item was packed compactly, shared shipping box for several products of the brand | 90 points |
| Total | 95 points |
*The maximum score is 100 points
The microfiber sports towel from LightDry®️ arrived in a normal shipping box, which also contained other products I had ordered. The product was delivered quickly and the box was easy to open. The towel was delivered in a carrier bag and therefore did not need to be packed any further. The space left at the top was filled with cardboard.
Overall, the product arrived in perfect condition. Product protection was fully guaranteed.
All packaging materials are fully recyclable. The use of alternative packaging materials to plastic is desirable, but may also entail higher costs for the customer.
On a positive note, the brand’s products were not all sent individually, but together in one box.
Overall, the microfiber sports towel from LightDry®️einenleaves a very good first impression.
After unpacking
Package contents and instructions
ℹ️ Most people’s first impression after unpacking is immediately memorable. Are the contents of the package complete and does the manufacturer make it as easy as possible for me to use the product straight away?
| Criterion | Remark | Score achieved* |
|---|---|---|
| Package contents & scope | Sports towel, carrying bag, compactly packed | 100 points |
| Instructions for use | Not necessary | 100 points |
| Contact information | On a label on the carrier bag, e-mail address and telephone number are missing | 70 points |
| Total | 90 points |
*The maximum score is 100 points
After unpacking the microfiber sports towel from LightDry®️, it was lying on the floor next to the carrier bag.
Apart from the address and website on the back of the product box, there were no other contact details or instructions on how to use the product. Further contact details (e-mail address, telephone number) would have been desirable.
Instructions for use are not necessary in this case, as the use of a towel is more or less self-explanatory and very individual.
The most important features of the towel are listed on the back of the carrier bag in German and English.
In addition, the necessary care instructions for cleaning are given on the item’s label.
Overall, the towel has been packed very compactly to avoid unnecessary storage space and packaging waste.
All in all, the microfiber sports towel from LightDry®️dahercontinues to make a very good impression.
The first time in your hand
Product processing and appearance
ℹ️ Before we start the practical test, we take a close look at the product processing. How high quality are the materials used? Is the look and feel satisfactory?
| Criterion | Remark | Score achieved* |
|---|---|---|
| Visual appearance | Rather plain, colored decorative stitching, plain carrier bag | 100 points |
| Processing | Flawless | 100 points |
| Stability | Robust | 100 points |
| Sustainability of the product | Materials not particularly sustainable but durable | 90 points |
| Total | 98 points |
*The maximum score is 100 points
The microfiber sports towel ordered from LightDry®️ is anthracite in color with light green stitching. Overall, it looks rather plain, but the colorful decorative stitching makes it an eye-catcher.
It was ordered in size M and therefore measures 40cm x 80cm. The carrying bag supplied free of charge is black and printed with simple white lettering. Thanks to the bag, there was no additional packaging waste when shipping the towel.
About half of the front of the bag is made of mesh.
There is a small, unobtrusive label with cleaning instructions on the inside of the towel. There is another label with the brand name and a press stud on the outside of the product, on which the towel can be hung.
The towel is perfectly finished and has no defects. It is made of 80% polyester and 20% polyamide. The carrying bag is made of nylon. Unfortunately, these materials are not particularly sustainable, but they can be very durable.
The towel is machine wash able and can be washed at 40 degrees.
Overall, the microfiber sports towel from LightDry®️einenmakes a very good impression.
This is what our practical test showed
Does the manufacturer keep its advertising promises?
ℹ️ Our practical test is the most relevant and therefore the most important. Here, the product has to undergo a wide range of criteria and tests. We check the functions and product promises of the test article.
| Criterion | Remark | Score achieved* |
|---|---|---|
| Skin feel | Very comfortable and soft | 100 points |
| Liquid absorption and re-drying | Fast moisture absorption, fast re-drying | 100 points |
| Cleaning | Machine washable at 40 degrees, first three washes separately | 90 points |
| Weight | Very light | 100 points |
| Offer | Nine different colors, five different sizes | 100 points |
| Total | 98 points |
*The maximum score is 100 points
The microfiber sports towel from LightDry®️ feels very comfortable and soft on the skin thanks to its terry cloth fabric.
The material composition of 80% polyester and 20% polyamide enables quick moisture absorption and ensures very quick drying compared to cotton.
As the towel is machine washable, it can easily be cleaned in the washing machine at 40 degrees. However, the first three washes should be done separately to avoid discoloration.
The product also impresses with its flawless workmanship, light weight and volume.
The towel is supplied in a practical carrying bag made of ripstop nylon and can be packed quickly and compactly, making it ideal for transportation.
As one half of the bag is made of coarse mesh fabric, the towel remains breathable and odorless even when packed.
Thanks to the attached label with press stud, it is also ideal for hanging up on the go or at home.
It is available in nine different colors and five different sizes, making it easy to adapt to your own needs and preferences. It is therefore not only ideal for sports, but also for traveling or relaxing.
Overall, the microfiber sports towel from LightDry®️ impresses in the practical test with its light weight, good quality, pleasant material and easy cleaning.
Price/performance ratio
and ratings from consumers
ℹ️ Finally, we look at how the product compares to the competition. Can it keep up with the competition in terms of price and quality? Would we generally recommend buying it? We also examine consumer ratings and check whether the critical and positive reviews are actually justified.
| Criterion | Remark | Score achieved* |
|---|---|---|
| Price / performance ratio | Appropriate | 80 points |
| Rating cut | 4.2 out of 5.0 on Amazon | 60 points |
| Total | 70 points |
*The maximum score is 100 points
On the Amazon platform, consumers have given the product an average rating of 4.7 stars. One common complaint is that things such as grass or leaves quickly stick to the towel. Among other things, many customers like the low weight. That the product is highly absorbent and dries quickly. In our practical test, we were able to confirm all the positive features as well as the better suitability for indoor use.
Prices of up to €12 are charged on the Internet for equivalent products. Very inexpensive products are available from as little as €6. With a price of €7.95, the microfiber sports towel from LightDry®️ is currently in the mid-price segment. The price is reasonable for the quality and range of services you get.
Overall result
| Weighting | Score achieved* | |
|---|---|---|
| 1. packaging & labeling | 10% | 95 points |
| 2. package contents & instructions | 10% | 90 points |
| 3. product processing & appearance | 20% | 98 points |
| 4. in the practical test | 40% | 98 points |
| 5. price/performance & consumer ratings | 20% | 70 points |
| Total | 91 points |
