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We tackled gigantic messes of our own making.
All to see which new products would emerge as the best upgrades for your cleaning caddy.
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The ideal cleaning caddy?
None was a match for these powerhouses.
Powerful grime fighters helped our testers reduce elbow grease and made doing dishes a breeze.
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And testers loved how its plant-based formula cut grease like a charm.
Pair this withour best tips for doing dishes by handand you’ll be impressed by the results.
“The combo even got the peanut butter off my knives!”
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says food editor Jan Miller.
It also left glasses glistening and spot-free.
It definitely lives up to the as-seen-on-TV hype.
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Theyre dye-free and made from plant-based or recycled materials (even the packaging).
Best Cleaning Concentrate
Testers raved about this take-it-anywhere cleaner that works on most surfaceseven glass.
The reusable and recyclable aluminum bottle also received high marks.
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And the minimal packaging was a major plus.
And it’s safe for where kids and pets play.
Remotes, yoga mats, light switches, andstinky insoleshave met their match.
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Use it at full strength or dilute it for smaller jobs.
And their canister is recyclable in most curbside recycling programs.
Best Garbage Deodorizer
This refillable pod is made from plant-based oils that successfully kept odorsinsidethe trash can.
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Say goodbye to that funky garbage stink.
That means no need to rinse after using.
Use it inside refrigerators or directly on countertops.
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“I love pan-seared salmon but hate the lingering fishy smell.
Buy It:Febreze Air Kitchen ($4,Walmart)
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Use it for a variety of bathroom surfaces, including glass and mirrors.
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The simple drop-in pod foams and bubbles, cleaning like magic.
Testers couldn’t locate where the former stains were, even when they searched.
Its strong suction coupled with a headlight and assortment of attachments made easy work of even old stains.
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Bonus points for the easy-to-distribute fine mist and citronella to help ward off pests.
Just sprinkle on and vacuum up to brighten and refresh carpetsand leave the entire room smelling fresh.
No more throwing away sheet after sheet of lint rollers.”
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We break down the most versatile vacuum and mop options to suit a range of floor plans and budgets.
The trigger has been replaced with an on/off button, making it more ergonomic and easier to navigate with.
The included cleaning caddy stores the attachments, making it easy to clean from room to room.
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Plus, a detachable mophead is available.
But don’t let the size fool you.
Additional highlights include easy cleanup after use, effortless maneuverability, and a lightweight design.
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This mop did a great job wringing out excess water.
Its simple yet effective design even picked up pet fur.
It offers a mop-and-bucket cleaning in a fraction of the time and with less fuss.
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“The best part?
My floors have never been so clean,” says senior editor Lauren Phillips.
Plus, they have a range of scents to suit every preference.
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The potent, stain-fighting formula eliminated stains, and the pod dissolved nicely even in cold water.
“They rivaled the stain-fighting power of the non-eco products!
I’m impressed!”
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says senior home editor Monika Eyers.
Even deep sniffs couldn’t detect leftover odors.
Buy It:Downy Rinse & Refresh ($7 for 25.5 fl.
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We also like the easy-spray trigger and the slender bottle.
They also did an excellent jobremoving odors from stinky workout clothesand other smelly items and eliminated stains with ease.
Its extremely effective, rechargeable, and simple to use.
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Buy It:Leather Honey Leather Care Wipes ($14,Amazon)
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