Huggies Snug & Dry Review
Pros: Comfortable, durable, fewer leaks, lower price
Cons: Not eco-friendly, poor absorption, disappointing health attributes
Manufacturer: Huggies
The Skinny
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| Price | $0.25 List $0.25 each at Amazon | $0.24 List $0.19 each at Amazon | $0.20 List | $0.28 List $0.25 each at Amazon | $0.14 List |
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| Pros | Comfortable, durable, fewer leaks, lower price | Durable, comfortable for baby, affordable | Durable, comfy, lower price, good leak protection | Comfortable, durable, reasonable price | Comfortable, durable |
| Cons | Not eco-friendly, poor absorption, disappointing health attributes | Average absorbency, less eco-friendly | Not eco-friendly, no considerations for health | Disappointing absorption and health benefits | Poor absorption, more leaks, not eco-friendly |
| Bottom Line | Inexpensive, cozy option but poor absorption, ecology, and health performance create an overall disappointing diaper | A durable diaper that has some health and comfort benefits without breaking the bank | Durable and cozy diaper with good performance for the price, but it lacks ecology and health considerations | Comfy and durable, but has disappointing performance for absorption and health | A comfortable option that fails to provide enough absorption and leak protection, even at the lower price |
| Rating Categories | Huggies Snug & Dry | Mama Bear Gentle Touch | Kirkland Signature... | Pampers Baby Dry | Target Up & Up |
| Absorption (40%) | |||||
| Leakage (20%) | |||||
| Comfort (15%) | |||||
| Health (15%) | |||||
| Eco Friendly (5%) | |||||
| Durability (5%) | |||||
| Specs | Huggies Snug & Dry | Mama Bear Gentle Touch | Kirkland Signature... | Pampers Baby Dry | Target Up & Up |
| Type of Diaper | Traditional | Traditional | Traditional | Traditional | Traditional |
| Chlorine-Free | Not Listed | Elemental Chlorine-free |
Not Listed | Elemental Chlorine-free |
Elemental Chlorine-free |
| Perfume-Free | Not Listed | Yes | Yes | No | Yes |
| Biodegradable | No | No | No | No | No |
| Contains SAP | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Miscellaneous Materials Details | |||||
| Wetness Indicator | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Stretchable Side Wings | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Stretchable Back | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | Yes |
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Our Analysis and Test Results
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 review. 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 a favorable amount compared to the competition.
We also like the reasonable price point of the Snug & Dry, which is at least in part 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 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 tests for absorption, falling below average when it comes to retaining moisture and locking it away. We had some concern that excess wetness could cause skin irritation, diaper rash, or wet clothes. Absorption along with 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 is always going to 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 both 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, and they make no claims or boasts about being allergy certified or attempts at using fewer chemicals during processing.
Conclusion
Huggies Snug & Dry is a popular inexpensive diaper that parents seem to like. It provides 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 to be 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.
— Juliet Spurrier, MD & Wendy Schmitz