Tide PODS Free & Gentle is the #1 laundry brand’s answer for sensitive skin — a hypoallergenic, fragrance-free, dye-free laundry pac accepted by the National Eczema Association and recognized by the National Psoriasis Foundation. Designed even for cold water. HE compatible for all machines. Each 113 oz (7.06 lb / 3.22 kg) bulk tub contains 152 pre-measured pacs — powerful Tide cleaning with zero perfumes or dyes. Contains no phosphates.
Tide PODS Free & Gentle: Powerful Clean, Gentle on Sensitive Skin
- Accepted by the National Eczema Association — dermatologist-tested for sensitive skin
- Recognized by the National Psoriasis Foundation
- Hypoallergenic — free of perfumes and dyes that can trigger skin reactions
- Designed for Sensitive Skin — gentle formula without compromising Tide cleaning power
- Designed Even for Cold — dissolves and cleans effectively in cold water
- HE Compatible — for all machines, standard and High Efficiency
- Pre-measured pacs — no measuring, no mess, no spills
- 113 oz (7.06 lb / 3.22 kg) bulk tub with child-resistant lid
- Contains No Phosphates
- Manufactured by Procter & Gamble, Cincinnati OH 45202 USA
How to Use
Always dry hands before handling pacs — wet hands can cause pacs to dissolve prematurely. Place pac(s) directly in the drum before loading laundry; do not place in the dispenser drawer. Use 1 pac for small, medium, and large loads; use 2 pacs for extra-large or heavily soiled loads. Works in cold, warm, and hot water. Do not use for pre-treating, handwashing, or in non-automatic washers. Close tub immediately after use and store in a cool, dry place. Keep out of reach of children at all times — the child-resistant lid must be properly closed after every use. Eyes: Rinse immediately with water for 15–20 minutes. Call Poison Control 1-800-222-1222 immediately if swallowed.
About Tide Free & Gentle
Tide Free & Gentle is Procter & Gamble’s dedicated sensitive-skin laundry line — delivering the trusted cleaning power of Tide without the perfumes and dyes that can irritate sensitive skin. The PODS format brings this gentle formula into a convenient pre-measured pac, eliminating the need to measure liquid or powder detergent. The Free & Gentle PODS are accepted by the National Eczema Association and recognized by the National Psoriasis Foundation — making them one of the most clinically validated sensitive-skin laundry options available. The 152-count bulk tub is ideal for large households, families with sensitive skin, or anyone who wants the convenience of PODS at the best value per pac.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are Tide PODS Free & Gentle safe for babies and children’s clothing?
Yes. Tide PODS Free & Gentle are hypoallergenic and free of perfumes and dyes — the most common laundry detergent irritants for sensitive skin, including babies and young children. They are accepted by the National Eczema Association and recognized by the National Psoriasis Foundation. Always store pacs out of reach of children and ensure the child-resistant lid is properly closed after each use.
Do Tide PODS Free & Gentle work in cold water?
Yes. Tide PODS Free & Gentle are specifically designed even for cold water, dissolving completely and delivering effective cleaning performance in cold, warm, and hot water. Cold water washing is safe and effective with these pacs and can help reduce energy costs and protect delicate fabrics.
What is the difference between Tide PODS and Tide PODS Free & Gentle?
Tide PODS Free & Gentle use the same powerful Tide cleaning technology as regular Tide PODS but are formulated without perfumes and dyes — making them suitable for sensitive skin. Regular Tide PODS contain fragrances and dyes that can irritate sensitive skin or trigger reactions in individuals with eczema, psoriasis, or fragrance sensitivities. Free & Gentle is the recommended choice for households with sensitive skin members.
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This Tide Free Odor Refresh XL Pods has excellent cleaning power just like regular Tide & gentle on sensitive skin. My teenage daughter was complaining about her skin being red & itchy when we used the regular Tide Pods.So we switched to the Tide Free & Gentle and she no longer has itchy skin! This product states it’s “free of perfumes, dyes, and harsh chemicals” and from our experience, it’s definitely True!The photo shows this Tide XL pod compared to the regular size Tide pods. I’m glad Tide offers both sizes which makes it convenient for different laundry load sizes.
We really like the Tide Pods Free & Gentle for our family wash. With kids in the house, I’m picky about anything with heavy fragrances or bright dyes, and these don’t bother anyone’s skin or make the clothes smell fake “perfumey.” Most of the time I use a regular liquid detergent, then toss one of these in to kind of supercharge the load when something is extra dirty (towels, bedding, kid stains, all that). They melt fine in warm and hot cycles and the clothes come out feeling clean, not coated.The only downsides for me are price and a tiny bit of waste. They’re definitely more expensive per load than a basic store brand liquid, so I don’t use them alone for every wash. Also, if you overstuff the washer or use really cold water, once in awhile a pod doesn’t dissolve alot and leaves a little gummy spot. Not a dealbreaker, but good to know. Overall though, they’re super convenient, gentle enough for kids, and a nice boost when you want stuff to come out extra clean.
I was skeptical about pods, but after use they work well and I am happy with them. I had a feeling that the regular tide pods wouldn’t be enough for my regular loads. I’m glad I chose these because just one is enough for each load. They have no smell after washing which is what I wanted. They dissolved in cold water for my colors in around 30 seconds and in about 10 seconds in hot water for my whites. For comparison in the pictures below I use clothespins. The clothespin sheet had 9 of them on it.
Great laundry detergent
Loved this item and great price; subscribed for additional deliveries but it was canceled by Amazon as product no longer available. Substitute item tripled in price. What a rip off.
Great for sensitive skin and have good cleaning power, even gets the make up marks off of my white shirts!
I just moved and the old place had a washing machine that left my cloths smell a bit mildew. Once I move and used a new machine the smell still remained but I started using this product it went away in the first wash.
Tide is a good product , does really well with stains
Great product
I recently discovered i am allergic to SLS. This detergent has been perfect. It doesn’t have a strong smell and it doesn’t have SLS in it.
Work great! I'm really hot natured & like to be outside in yard so I sweat lots & as result get dirty (yesterday June 11th went thru 4 shirts). The Tide pods 'free & gentle' remove all dirt & odors + no perfumes (allergic reactions)
Liked it, Will buy again. THANKS
Easy of use and does not give a reaction to sensitive skin
No smell, cleans great, kills odors.
Good for larger loads
I love using this detergent alone for my pets items! This is also good for when I want to add some scent booster beads. I feel when you mix too much aromas together it gets overwhelming. The pods dissolve wonderfully if you don’t overload your washer. The larger size pods are a great deal for the price and when used with the wool dryer balls, the clothes come out soft.
Love the tide XL free and gentle pods can never find the XL size pods in store
Just perfect, I was upset when they discontinued the Oxy free and clear, but this is way better.
Total Review: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐"Great cleaning power, gentle, and no strong fragrance.""Cleans well, removes odors, and is gentle on sensitive skin."
Im sorry happy I bought this. So easy to toss in the washer with no measuring. I will never use the liquid with the spout again. It makes nothing but a mess. And not to mention, I've been using Tide for 50 yrs!!
Works really well, at least compared to dirty labs, which I was using before. Perfectly unscented, and no skin issues.
we like these
Effective. Necessary.
Didn’t leave blue stains on white clothes like other tide pods.
This is the only laundry detergent I will ever buy until they make a better one, cleans well, the pods make it super easy to use, there’s absolutely no fragrance at all and I don’t get itchy all over like with other detergentsEach tub lasts me 4 months so I’d say it’s a pretty good deal
Goods heathly soap
Easy to use PODS which is why I get it.
LOVE the new large size PODS!!!! I typically use two pods for every wash and the one pod works just fine. I do wish they would stop using these wasteful plastic containers. Why not just a bag? You can always transfer them into another container if you don't like the bag. How about a large cute jar with black lid next to a little painting or flower.
Muy bueno
We’re XL size pods.