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Comparing Disposable Diapers

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Price $0.21 List
$0.20 each at Amazon		$0.28 List
$0.27 each at Amazon		$0.24 List
$0.21 each at Amazon		$0.35 List
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Pros Affordable, comfortableGood leak protection, comfortable, durable, reasonable priceDurable, comfortable for baby, affordableGood absorption, comfortable, durable, easy to findComfortable, durable
Cons Not very absorbent, runs small, no considerations for health or environmentPoor absorption, disappointing eco and health benefitsAverage absorbency, less eco-friendlyAverage leak protection, few nods for health, poor eco-friendlinessPoor absorption, more leaks, not eco-friendly
Bottom Line It may be inexpensive, but it is disappointing in absorbency and leak protection, so you might not save much using moreBetter leak protection and comfort combine with poor absorption and eco-health make a diaper that isn't all that dryA durable diaper that has some health and comfort benefits without breaking the bankBetter than average with good absorption, but average leak protection and few nods for health and the environment leave it struggling to keep upA comfortable option that fails to provide enough absorption and leak protection, even at the lower price
Rating Categories Luvs Pampers Baby Dry Mama Bear Gentle Touch Pampers Swaddlers Target Up & Up
Absorption (45%)
3.0
4.0
6.3
7.3
3.3
Leakage (25%)
4.6
8.6
6.6
6.2
2.0
Comfort (20%)
6.1
7.4
6.6
8.4
7.6
Durability (10%)
5.0
7.0
9.0
8.0
7.0
Specs Luvs Pampers Baby Dry Mama Bear Gentle Touch Pampers Swaddlers Target Up & Up
Type of Diaper Green/Traditional Traditional Traditional Traditional Traditional Traditional
Chlorine-Free ECF/TCF ECF ECF ECF ECF ECF
Fragrance-Free No - Strong baby powder scent No - Strong baby powder scent Yes No Yes
Biodegradable Not listed Not listed Not listed Not listed Not listed
Contains SAP Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Miscellaneous Materials Details Uses spandex elastic instead of latex Petrolatum, Stearyl Alcohol, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract. Topsheet/Inner-Liner: Polypropylene/Polyethylene nonwoven. Adhesive: Thermoplastic Polymers. Petrolatum, Stearyl Alcohol, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract. Topsheet/Inner-Liner: Polypropylene/Polyethylene nonwoven. Adhesive: Thermoplastic Polymers. Wood fluff pulp for core
Wetness Indicator Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Stretchable side wings Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Stretchable Back of Diaper No Yes Yes No Yes
Eco-Awards & Certifications Accredited as safe by Skin Health Alliance
Dye-Free Not listed, does have a print "Pampers uses pigments for these colors, not dyes, because some dyes can cause allergy. The pigments we use are non-allergenic and skin safe. They are also commonly used in other consumer products, contact lenses, and food packaging." Not listed, has a very minimal print on waistband "Pampers uses pigments for these colors, not dyes, because some dyes can cause allergy. The pigments we use are non-allergenic and skin safe. They are also commonly used in other consumer products, contact lenses, and food packaging." Prints on Diaper
Lotion-Free Not listed No Yes No No
Latex-Free Yes Yes Yes Yes Not listed