Test result preview
Mother’s Earth detergent strips have proven to be a sustainable and practical solution for laundry care. Each set contains 30 strips, enough for up to 60 washes – an environmentally friendly choice. The strips are 100% plastic-free, biodegradable and CO2 neutral. They contain no harmful ingredients and are suitable for all textiles except wool and silk. Thanks to their plant-based ingredients, they are particularly kind to the skin and therefore also suitable for sensitive skin. When used, one strip per wash load dissolves quickly and residue-free in the water. The laundry is effectively cleaned and the enzyme contained ensures reliable stain removal. The strips leave the laundry fresh, soft and odourless. The compact shape of the strips allows for space-saving storage, making them practical for households with limited storage space or when travelling. Another plus point is the company’s social commitment: with every purchase, ten washes are donated to people in need. Mother’s Earth also offers a 30-day trial period during which the product can be tried out without risk – if you are not satisfied, the purchase price will be refunded.
All in all, Mother’s Earth detergent strips offer a functional, environmentally friendly and user-friendly solution for laundry care.
Advantages
- Effective cleaning
- 100% plastic-free, biodegradable and CO2-neutral
- Skin-friendly
- Social commitment
- 30-day test phase
Disadvantages
- Very light, barely perceptible shadows of stubborn stains remain
The first impression
Packaging and contents
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 guaranteed. Are the contents of the packaging complete and does the manufacturer make it as easy as possible for me to use the product straight away?
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 guaranteed. Are the contents of the packaging complete and does the manufacturer make it as easy as possible for me to use the product straight away?
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Remark
Score achieved*
Product protection
Carton is sturdy, product sufficiently protected
Points
Sustainability Packaging
Unnecessary packaging waste has been avoided, compostable film protects the product carton
Points
Package contents & scope
Complete
Points
Instructions for use
Clearly formulated in several languages, explanatory videos available via a QR code
Points
TOTAL
100
Points
Weighting: 20%
*Themaximum score is 100 points
The packaging of Mother’s Earth dishwasher strips impresses with its sustainability and well thought-out design. The product box is wrapped in a compostable film, which offers additional protection and is also environmentally friendly. The instructions for use are clear and understandable and written in several languages, which makes it easier to use the strips. In addition, a QR code can be used to call up helpful videos that clearly explain how to use the strips and thus dispel any possible uncertainties when using them. Overall, the packaging rounds off the sustainable and user-friendly concept of the dishwasher strips and shows that Mother’s Earth also focusses on environmental friendliness and customer convenience in every detail.
The first time in your hand
Product processing and appearance
Before we start the practical test, we take a close look at the workmanship of the products. How high quality are the materials used? Are the look and feel satisfactory?
Before we start the practical test, we take a close look at the workmanship of the products. How high quality are the materials used? Are the look and feel satisfactory?
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Remark
Score achieved*
Visual appearance
Attractive design
Points
Processing
Very good workmanship
Points
Stability
Very stable
Points
Sustainability of the product
100% plastic-free, biodegradable and made from plant-based ingredients
Points
TOTAL
100
Points
Weighting: 20%
*Themaximum score is 100 points
The first impression of the detergent strips is consistently positive. The strips have a simple and functional design and are kept in a neutral colour, which gives them a modern and unobtrusive look. The strips are always linked together in pairs, but can be easily separated, which makes handling easier. With a total of 30 strips, which are sufficient for up to 60 wash cycles, the product offers a practical and durable solution for everyday use. The strips are carefully processed and stable. They dissolve easily and residue-free in water, which speaks in favour of consistent and well thought-out production. The product also impresses in terms of sustainability. The strips are 100% plastic-free, biodegradable and made from plant-based ingredients, which reduces the ecological footprint and protects the environment.
This is what our practical test showed
Does the manufacturer keep its advertising promises?
Our practical test has the highest relevance and therefore weighting. Here, the product has to undergo a wide range of criteria and tests. We check the functions and product promises of the test article.
Our practical test has the highest relevance and therefore weighting. Here, the product has to undergo a wide range of criteria and tests. We check the functions and product promises of the test article.
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Remark
Score achieved*
User-friendliness and handling
Very user-friendly
Points
Effectiveness of stain removal
Reliable cleaning performance, slight shadow retention for stubborn stains
Points
Residues in the sink or washing machine
No residues
Points
Colour retention of textiles
Colours are retained
Points
Effects on textile quality
Remain soft and comfortable
Points
TOTAL
98
Points
Weighting: 45%
*Themaximum score is 100 points
Mother’s Earth detergent strips have been tested in practice and offer user-friendly handling. The strips can be easily removed and placed in the washing machine. One strip is enough to clean a complete wash load, which simplifies dosing. They dissolve quickly and residue-free without leaving any residue in the washing machine, sink or on the laundry. The strips showed reliable cleaning performance on normally soiled laundry. Stain removal was particularly good on light to medium soiling. The only point of criticism was that only very light, barely perceptible shadows remained on stubborn stains. The product also proved to be beneficial when caring for textiles. The colours of the laundry are retained and the textiles remain soft and pleasant to the touch. To summarise, the detergent strips offer a simple, environmentally friendly and effective solution for laundry care. The only small point of criticism is the slight shadow left behind by stubborn stains, but this is not significantly noticeable.
Test plan
You can find a detailed insight into the evaluation criteria of the practical part of the test and the distribution of points here. If you are also interested in the evaluation of our other test criteria, please read our document on the evaluation process.
Price/performance ratio
and ratings from consumers
Finally, we analyse 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 look at the consumer reviews and check whether the critical and positive reviews are actually justified.
Finally, we analyse 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 look at the consumer reviews and check whether the critical and positive reviews are actually justified.
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Remark
Score achieved*
Price / performance ratio
Very good performance in the lower price segment
Points
Rating cut
Not rated, as there are still too few customer reviews
TOTAL
90
Points
Weighting: 15%
*Themaximum score is 100 points
At the time of testing, the product had not been listed on Amazon for long enough. Therefore, the existing reviews do not sufficiently reflect the advantages and disadvantages of the product, so this point is neglected in the evaluation.
Prices of up to €40.00 are charged on the Internet for equivalent products. Very cheap products are available from as little as €12.00 . The detergent strips from Mother’s Earth are therefore currently in the lower price segment with a price of €20.95. For the quality and performance received, the price-performance ratio is very good.
Overall result
Weighting
Score achieved*
1. packaging & contents
20%
Points
2. product processing & appearance
20%
Points
3. in the practical test
45%
Points
4. price/performance & consumer reviews
15%
Points
TOTAL
Points
*Themaximum score is 100 points
