The soft brush from Golden Pets made a very good impression in our test. The soft bristles with their protective nubs allow gentle grooming even for sensitive animals. The tines are angled on the brush and can therefore be used flexibly, both for sensitive animals and in hard-to-reach areas such as the belly, ears, paws or face.
The brush sits securely and firmly in the hand thanks to its ergonomic, rubberized handle.
The product is suitable for daily grooming and massage for our furry friends.
Advantages
✅ Soft bristles with protective nubs
✅ Suitable for daily grooming
✅ Sits comfortably in the hand
✅ Ergonomic handle
Disadvantages
❌ No customer hotline specified
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 | Item was compactly packaged, unfortunately plastic was used | 80 points |
| Product labeling | Warning present on the packaging | 90 points |
| Total | 90 points |
*The maximum score is 100 points
The Golden Pets soft brush arrived in the typical Amazon box. The box was undamaged and easy to open thanks to the zipper without any additional tools. Inside the box, the soft brush was wrapped in a hard plastic protector. The plastic packaging might not have been necessary , but it protects the product from dirt and damage. In this case, the product was fully protected and the brush was therefore in perfect condition.
The packaging of the care product is partially recyclable. Unfortunately, the plastic packaging is not recyclable, but the Amazon box is.
Overall, the Golden Pets soft brush makes a very good impression. The brush was not damaged and the package was in good condition.
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 | Soft brush, instructions | 100 points |
| Instructions for use | Written in German, easy to understand | 90 points |
| Contact information | Can be found on the instructions, no customer hotline given | 90 points |
| Total | 93 points |
*The maximum score is 100 points
After unpacking, there were two things on the table. In addition to the soft brush with the rubberized handle, the instructions were included. Instructions on how to use the product can be found on the manual. Contact information is provided, but unfortunately the customer hotline is missing . Overall, this is a well thought-out and customer-friendly way of sending a product.
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 | Good visual appearance | 95 points |
| Processing | Good workmanship, no edges or defects | 95 points |
| Stability | Product appears stable | 95 points |
| Sustainability of the product | Due to the materials used, we assume a long service life | 95 points |
| Total | 95 points |
*The maximum score is 100 points
The soft brush is made of sturdy plastic and the handle is ergonomic and rubberized. The tines are soft and angled on the product, and the bristles are provided with protective nubs to prevent unnecessary and unpleasant scratching of the animal. The size S is very suitable for a normal sized cat or a smaller dog, for larger cats this product can be used very well on hard to reach areas such as ears, paws or face.
Overall, the quality is very good and robust.
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* |
|---|---|---|
| Use | Simple and uncomplicated use | 100 points |
| Area of application | For dogs and cats, as well as other small animals | 90 points |
| Stability | Appears stable overall | 90 points |
| Quality | Good quality | 90 points |
| Comfort | Sits well in the hand | 90 points |
| Total | 92 points |
*The maximum score is 100 points
We enjoyed using the Golden Pets soft brush during the test. The ergonomic and rubberized handle makes the brush very comfortable to hold. The angled bristles with nubs glide safely through the pet’s coat. In addition to brushing and removing loose hair, the animal also receives a massage, which leads to better blood circulation in the skin. Thanks to this pleasant side effect, brushing is equivalent to an additional petting session including massage. Personally, we would have liked the product to be easier to clean. It is a little time-consuming to get the hair out of the brush .
In short, a great product for grooming with a pleasant massage treatment for our furry friends.
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 | 90 points |
| Rating cut | 4.5 out of 5.0 on Amazon | 75 points |
| Total | 83 points |
*The maximum score is 100 points
On the Amazon platform, consumers have given the product an average rating of 4.5 stars. They often complain that the undercoat is poorly removed. Many customers like the fact that the pets really enjoy brushing. In our practical test, we were able to confirm that our cat (BKH) found the brush very pleasant.
Prices of up to €13.99 are charged on the Internet for equivalent products. Very inexpensive products are available from as little as €7.98. The Golden Pets soft brush is currently priced at €14.97, which puts it in the upper price segment. The price ratio is reasonable for the quality and scope of the product.
Overall result
| Weighting | Score achieved* | |
|---|---|---|
| 1. packaging & labeling | 10% | 90 points |
| 2. package contents & instructions | 10% | 93 points |
| 3. product processing & appearance | 20% | 95 points |
| 4. in the practical test | 40% | 92 points |
| 5. price/performance & consumer ratings | 20% | 83 points |
| Total | 91 points |
