Here's how many laundry pods to use per load:
- Small loads (less than 6 pounds): 1 laundry pod
- Regular loads (6–10 pounds): 2 laundry pods
- Large loads (11+ pounds): 3 laundry pods
Deciding how many laundry pods to toss in the washer can feel more complicated than it should be. One pod? Four? If you’ve ever stared into your machine like it holds the answer to life’s mysteries, you’re not alone.
Using the right number of laundry pods actually matters more than most people realize. Too few and you’re basically just swirling around dirty clothes in scented water. Too many and you risk leaving behind residue, wasting detergent, and potentially damaging your favorite T-shirts.
In this guide, we’ll break down exactly how many laundry pods to use per load, based on load size, fabric type, and machine capacity. We’ll also teach you how to avoid the common mistakes that can sabotage your laundry game.
How Many Laundry Pods Should You Use Per Load?
Let’s start with the basics: How much detergent does your laundry actually need? Spoiler: It depends on how much you’re washing.
- Small Load (Less than 6 pounds): 1 laundry pod. Think: a few shirts, a pair of jeans, and some socks. A quick refresh, not a full wardrobe overhaul.
- Regular Load (6–10 pounds): 2 laundry pods. This is your average laundry day situation—about ¾ full drum of clothes, including gym wear, jeans, tees, and maybe a hoodie.
- Large Load (11+ pounds or high-capacity washer): 3 laundry pods. You’re doing towels, sheets, or a week’s worth of laundry in one go. Go big—your machine can handle it, and so can your pods.
Keep in mind: Laundry Sauce pods are ultra-concentrated. They’re designed to deep-clean without needing a whole cup of liquid detergent or a mountain of powder. No guesswork, no measuring, no weird scoops to rinse out. Just toss and go.
What Counts as a Regular vs. Large Load of Laundry?
Here’s a simple rule: If the washer drum is more than ¾ full, you’re in large-load territory. But if you want specifics (because we respect that), here’s what those loads generally look like:
Small Load Examples:
- A few workout outfits
- A handful of T-shirts and underwear
- Light loungewear sets
Regular Load Examples:
- 2 pairs of jeans, 3-4 shirts, a sweatshirt
- A set of sheets and pillowcases
- Several days’ worth of casual clothes
Large/Heavy Duty Load Examples:
- A bunch of beach towels
- A comforter and bedsheets
- Jeans, hoodies, and jackets in one load
Pro tip: If your clothes are packed in like sardines and you have to force the drum shut, it’s not just a large load—it’s an overloaded one.
Can You Use Too Many Laundry Pods?
Absolutely. More detergent doesn’t mean cleaner clothes. In fact, it can lead to issues like:
- Laundry detergent stains on your clothes
- Suds that don’t rinse out, forcing your washer to run extra cycles
- Fabric wear and tear—too much detergent can break down fibers over time
- Wasted money, which could’ve been better spent on literally anything else
If your clothes feel stiff or you see leftover bubbles in the washer, chances are you’ve overdone it.
How to Use Laundry Pods Correctly
Using laundry pods is way easier than liquid or powder detergent, as long as you follow a couple of key steps.
1. Place Your Laundry Pod(s) In the Washer Drum
If you have a front-loading machine, toss your Laundry Sauce pod(s) into the back of the bottom of the drum before adding clothes. Do not put them in the detergent drawer.
If you have a top-loader, fill the washer drum with water first. Then drop your pod into the back of the drum, just before adding clothes. This gives the pod time to dissolve and mix evenly.
Pro tip: Don’t overload your machine. If clothes can’t move freely, the detergent can’t do its job. Plus, your pod might not dissolve fully.
2. Add Your Dirty Laundry
Place your clothes loosely into the drum. Cramming them in can lead to uneven cleaning and a lot of fabric friction. Let the water and detergent do their thing without a traffic jam.
3. Run Your Normal Wash Cycle
Laundry Sauce pods are built to handle just about every cycle your machine has. Cold water, hot water, permanent press, delicates, bulky blankets—we’ve got you. No need to overthink it.
Best-Smelling Laundry Pods, No Contest
Let’s be honest: Most detergent smells like a teenage locker room trying to pass as a “fresh meadow.” Not Laundry Sauce.
Our pods are crafted with premium fragrances you’d normally find in designer cologne or perfume, not aisle seven of the grocery store. We’re talking about the sweet, sultry notes of Mojave Peach and the deep, rugged vibe of Australian Sandalwood.
Don’t just settle for clean, strive for unforgettable.
