Aldi's Budget Degreaser Triumphs in Major Stain Remover Testing
Australian shoppers are experiencing a wave of surprise following revelations that an Aldi home cleaning product has outperformed far more expensive supermarket staples in rigorous consumer testing. The unlikely hero is Di-San's Pro Ultra Degreaser With Enzymes, available for just £1.65, which has been ranked joint-best overall in comprehensive stain remover assessments conducted by the respected consumer advocacy group CHOICE.
Rigorous Testing Reveals Surprising Results
CHOICE recently subjected a wide range of supermarket stain removers to intensive testing, evaluating how effectively each product tackled common household stains including sweat, makeup, grass, and tomato. Among numerous contenders from major retailers Aldi, Coles, and Woolworths, one previously underrated product emerged as a standout performer.
Aldi's Di-San Pro Ultra Degreaser With Enzymes achieved a joint-top rating of 78 percent, placing it alongside one of Australia's most recognisable stain remover brands despite costing just a fraction of the price. The other high scorer was Sard Super Power Stain Remover Toughest Stains (£6.15) with an identical score.
Expert Analysis Highlights Value Proposition
CHOICE household expert Chris Barnes commented on the findings, stating: 'We had two products tie for first place, both receiving a score of 78 percent. Both stain removers performed well at removing sweat, makeup, grass, and tomato stains.'
While the performance results were impressive, it was the dramatic price difference that particularly captured attention. 'If you're looking for a budget-friendly option, we recommend trying an Aldi Di-San product,' Mr Barnes advised. 'The Aldi Di-San stain remover sprays come in at just 22 pence per 100ml, less than a sixth of the cost of the top-scoring Sard spray product.'
Additional Value Findings
The testing revealed further value discoveries beyond the joint winner. Barnes noted that Sard Wonder Soaker Super Power (£8.45), available in powder form, also represented excellent value, achieving a close second place with a score of 76 percent. This product 'performed well on grass, mud, tomato, and baby food stains' while costing approximately 'a fifth of the price' of comparable top-rated powders.
Shopper Reactions and Industry Implications
The findings have generated considerable disbelief among consumers, with many reporting they had previously walked past the Aldi product countless times without realising its exceptional performance capabilities. For just £1.65, the Aldi purchase managed to match – and in certain cases outperform – stain removers costing two, three, or even four times as much.
This represents another significant example of a budget supermarket item quietly delivering performance well beyond its price point. Meanwhile, at the opposite end of the rankings, several higher-priced products failed to deliver comparable results.
Performance Disparities Across Price Points
CHOICE discovered that some popular spray stain removers scored as low as the high-50s and low-60s, with Earth Choice Ultra Power Stain Remover positioned at the bottom of the scale. This product, available at IGA and Chemist Warehouse for £3.07 to £3.19, achieved only a 59 percent rating.
The comprehensive test results serve as a powerful reminder to consumers that elevated price tags do not automatically guarantee superior performance. The research highlights how thorough independent testing can uncover exceptional value propositions that challenge conventional assumptions about product quality relative to cost.
This revelation continues the ongoing conversation about why many shoppers still overlook cheaper supermarket brands despite compelling evidence of their effectiveness. The Aldi degreaser's performance demonstrates that value-oriented products can compete with, and sometimes surpass, established household names through rigorous testing protocols.
