Why You Shouldn't Use Laundry Pods (probably.)

People love their laundry pods for the convenience, but should you actually be using them? In this video, Blake explains why you probably shouldn't be using pods in your washing machine, and when you should.
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[@jeremyc2927]

I've used pod/pacs for years. I used them in a Whirlpool Duet. No problems. I used at the laundromat. No problems. I regularly use them in my top loader. No issues. Now. Are people with problems using the pods following the directions?

[@FletcherRSmith]

I have the next model down - ELFW7537 and it’s been amazing. The pods have worked well. I used to hate using them because of all those reasons but now I really enjoy using them in this machine.

[@BoulevardHome]

We're so glad to hear that! Thanks for watching.

[@MRTLEW01]

I never heard of putting it in your Dispenser!!

[@EmmaaaaG]

Thanks for the info! Wondering about which is the best option to avoid microplastics going into our waterways?

[@pollypocket00]

So long as the water is piping hot then pods are a great option. Good info! I have gas water heater it gets the water very hot🥵

[@BoulevardHome]

Sounds like pods will work pretty well for you then! Thanks for watching.

[@KariBoardman]

I have used pods in my front loader for years. Never had an issue. I throw it in the machine then add my clothes. Never had a problem they always break down. I even use cold water for most of my loads.

[@saulshelly6174]

I almost never use cold water on any of my loads ever because cold water is not as effective as killing germs as warm or hot water is

[@KariBoardman]

@@saulshelly6174 I use hot water for towels, sheets, underwear and socks. Everything else in cold. Less wear in your clothes.

[@X12891]

You’re the exception. And you pay more for the pods and have less number of wash’s per pack.

[@KariBoardman]

@@X12891 to each his own I guess.

[@Ahfuric]

@@saulshelly6174 the detergent is a disinfectant already

[@uzyoc]

Thank you Sir!!! I was planning to use PODS, but I will stick to liquid

[@kateymateymusic1]

My electrolux is currently flipping out because I have started using the Ultra pods from costco. Waiting for a cycle to end today (after abour 4 hours) of constant "detergent overdosing" alarms and "check drainage filter" warnings. This cycle was 90 degrees and I didn't use a pod because of prior detergent overdose warnings. This is the worst it has ever been :( I will be gifting the pods to Mum who has a top loader

[@PolinaHarder]

Thank you for this video. It was very helpful and informative.

[@CurtisRobson]

I always use hot water and put them in the top loader machine even colors we have a issue with our hot water instant tankless water heater so i stand by and make sure it gets full of hot water.

[@trinaroe5132]

Have never used pods in any machine. I switched to detergent sheets a couple of years ago. No plastic!

[@BoulevardHome]

We hope the sheets are working well for you, thanks for sharing!

[@volcrazy89]

I've never had an issue with pods dissolving in my front loader. And I always use cold water except for my sheets. As long as you don't completely overfill the machine it's fine.

[@bwj1158]

Sometimes they dissolve, sometimes they don't has been my experience. Now I dissolve them before putting them in the machine.

[@roadkill890]

Thanks for the info, good video as always. What's your take on laundry detergent sheets?

[@BoulevardHome]

Thanks for the question! We actually have a video all about those sheets, check it out here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eZXKmoaCdtOdoNk

[@ithacacomments4811]

Love them!

[@BombasticSideEye1998]

I have never used pods, I’ve always used powder, in my opinion its the best, liquid detergent and pods are a complete waste of money, old skool will always be the best and most efficient 😋

[@bryantwhitis6446]

Can someone find out is this particular model the old belt & pully system. If not does Blake carries similar models in his shop with belt & pulley system?

[@rpr8128]

How can I remove the grease looking stain from the pods

[@bwj1158]

Dip the section of clothing in some hot water and that plastic or whatever it is will dissolve. I heat two cups of water in the microwave, dissolve the pod by stirring it in a jar, then pour it into the washer to do a load of clothing.

[@jerryuma]

Me noticed that liquid works better. Because me mom wash my clothes and she always used pods. Me dad made me wash my cloths because and I used the liquid. Me shirts smelled much better than when they were washed with the pods. We have machine with front door.

[@Jawed-j2r]

I put the pod in a hot glass of water once dissolved then i add it to the machine..

[@alanhumphrey4198]

@@Jawed-j2r why not just use liquid?

[@volcrazy89]

You're defeating the purpose of the convenience of using a pod. Just buy liquid, genius.

[@laststopbeforeheaven]

Thank you.

[@biffnarzilla4649]

At 3:05... how would a machine deliver "warmer" water to dissolve the pods unless the machine had a built-in water heater to boost the incoming water temperature. Or maybe it's just that your house delivers two different temperatures of "hot" water (without having to change the setting on your water heater} into your machine and you never knew it? This is just advertising hype to sell a particular machine. Actually, Tide Pods are designed to dissolve in a range of temperatures (how else would they work in cold water washing AND hot water washing?}.

[@s.linn5086]

Almost all front load machines (at least, the ones made by non-American brands) will have both a steam boiler and/or an immersion heater, but obviously to most americans used to ancient tin-can-top-loaders where the manufacturers actually *lobby the government* to not have to innovate, I can see how this is surprising.

[@svenstenberg]

Well dang...this just seals the deal. I was trying to decide between the LG Washtower and the Electrolux Laundry Tower. In so many aspects, it seems as though the Electrolux is just a little bit better thought out (at least for my needs). I also like the fact that it's a "dumb" laundry unit. I don't need everything in my house to connect to the internet! Thanks for the great explanation!

[@BoulevardHome]

Glad to hear it was helpful! I would verify that the tower has the pod dispenser first, however. In this video we were just featuring this specific model that has it but I can't remember if the tower has it. Thanks for watching!

[@svenstenberg]

I'd be getting the 6-series tower, and that one definitely has the pod dispenser! Thanks!

[@Ikey04-ge9gy]

Get the LG. It’s much more serviceable and definitely has much better options. The Electrolux is definitely not as good quality build and the lack of a accesible drain filter just echoes that fact.

[@s.linn5086]

Sorry to break it to you but adding a trendy "patented subscription detergent dosage unit" is not a sign of innovation - it's a sign that Electrolux made some back door deal with P&G to put the logo on their machine. LG has been known for absolute tank-like build quality in their laundry (particularly front load since the entirety of the developed world uses front load machines) with a fit and finish that is easily noticeable when you get inside these machines. Direct drive, accelerometer based balancing, all stainless fasteners inside, conformally coated PCBs, and so on... the amount of effort LG puts into the parts you'll never see is what matters.

[@Youtjube]

Why creating a solution for something that is more worse than the problem - warm water for breaking a pod? Get a standard machine, front load, use powder, it’s working. European machines don’t use warm water from the pipe, it needs to heat it up. The clothes are soaked in cold water, the detergent is worked in that cold and get heated up, with the movement it turns clean. The cycles takes longer ( normal hot 60 degrees up to 2,5 hrs) than the top loaders but less water, cleaner results, more efficient. Don’t use pods, never

[@homeguestunton]

Tide Pod Challenge was mainly teenagers and young adults, yeah that challenge was dumb

[@alanhumphrey4198]

My kids ate all of my detergent pods...😮😮😮

[@grissruiz]

😮😮😮why?

[@DianeCarpenter-o6c]

Looks like candy

[@grissruiz]

@@DianeCarpenter-o6c but when you try is not sweet, unless is sweet,they should stop after they open the first.