Huggies Snug & Dry Review

Huggies is part of the Kimberly-Clark Baby and Childcare Brands that also make Good Nites and Pull-Ups. Huggies makes a variety of different diaper options and wipes. They are a well-known brand in the United States, and many parents consider them a quality brand at a reasonable price.

Performance Comparison

Likes

Snug & Dry diapers are a cozy option with one of the highest scores in the diaper competition. This diaper has skin-friendly elastic on the sides and back with smooth motion areas for limited chafing. The fabric is softer than the average diaper, and the closure tabs are free of poky parts.

We also like that this diaper is durable, with very few online reviewers remarking on durability issues. Compared to the competition we tested, we feel confident that it will withstand what baby dishes out at least until the next diaper change.

The Snug & Dry also performed well in our tests for leaks, with no leaking or run-off during testing. Also, only a third of Amazon reviewers remarked on leaks in their online reviews, which is favorable compared to the competition.

We also like the reasonable price point of the Snug & Dry, which is partly why this diaper is so popular and often the diaper of choice for many parents. It is tough to beat this price while still purchasing a well-known brand name. This price is more on par with store-brand diapers.

Dislikes

We dislike a few things when it comes to the Snug & Dry, and while some of them may not be on your list of important factors, certainly one of our dislikes is. This diaper did not score well in our absorption tests, falling below average when retaining moisture and locking it away. We had some concerns that excess wetness could cause skin irritation, diaper rash, or wet clothes. Absorption and leakage are the two primary objectives of a diaper, and if a diaper doesn't do both well, then it is hard to consider it a top contender no matter what else it brings to the table.

We also don't like that Huggies is not making any strides toward a more Earth-friendly or baby health-friendly diaper. While a disposable diaper will always have flaws when it comes to eco-friendliness, the Huggies brand and the Snug & Dry option are not even trying. This diaper earned very low scores for Ecology and Health. Huggies does not offer a list of materials used and does not include information on renewable resources or biodegradability. They do not specify if they are chlorine, latex, perfume, or dye-free. They make no claims or boasts about being allergy certified or attempting to use fewer chemicals during processing.

Should You Buy the Snug & Dry?

Huggies Snug & Dry is a popular, inexpensive diaper that parents seem to like. They provide a cozy feel and comfortable fit that is durable enough to meet expectations between diaper changes. This diaper performed well in our tests for leakage, with no run-off during testing and few reports of leaking from users. However, it did not do well in our tests for absorption with significant moisture transfer during testing that could potentially result in messes or skin irritation. The Snug & Dry is an old-fashioned diaper that doesn't seem free of anything, including chlorine, perfumes, dyes, or lotions, which could be a problem for sensitive skin. This diaper also lacks and nods to eco-friendliness, which seals its fate as a diaper we do not recommend.

What Other Disposable Diaper Should You Consider?

If you want a great all-around diaper with an impressive performance in key metrics, Babyganics is one of our top performers. It is a comfortable choice with better test results than Snug & Dry in almost every metric. If you have a tighter budget, Mama Bear Gentle Touch earned a significantly higher overall score than the Huggies and cost about a third less. Bambo Nature is tops for eco-friendliness and is a shoo-in for any parent worried about the environmental impact of their diapering choices.