Why it matters
ACTIVE is a concentrated enzyme powder for the washing machine, aimed at pet beds, blankets and towels where urine and odors settle. It's HE compatible and unscented.
Use it on washable cat beds and covers.
Who it's for, and who should skip it
Good fit if
- Cat bed washing
- Urine on bedding
- Unscented homes
Look elsewhere if
- Delicate fabrics without a spot test
- Owners hoping to mask, not remove, smells
- Unventilated rooms
Pros and cons
Pros
- Enzymes
- Unscented
- HE compatible
Cons
- Powder
- Laundry only
- Dose care
Limitations to weigh
- Pre-soak heavy smells.
- Follow the dose.
- Air dry beds fully.
Specifications
Every figure below comes from the source shown in brackets. Where the maker doesn't state something, we say so instead of estimating.
| Scent | Unscented | Retailer |
|---|---|---|
| Form | Powder | Retailer |
| Product weight | 2 pounds | Retailer |
| Model number | active-petdetergent-32oz | Retailer |
| Pieces | 1 | Retailer |
| In the pack | 32 Ounce | Retailer |
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Final verdict
Laundry that gets cat smells out of bedding.
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Questions buyers ask
Is it scented?
No, unscented.
Is it HE compatible?
Yes.