Difference between Tide and Gain
Tide and Gain are both brand names for laundry detergents that are owned by the Procter and Gamble company. Although they are both very popular brands of laundry detergent, many consumers prefer one over the other and will always use the same brand of detergent. Both brands are produced by the same manufacturer, but they are marketed in different ways.
Product Ranges
Both the Tide and Gain names are used on a range of different products, including liquid and powdered laundry detergents and fabric softeners. Tide is also known by the brand names Ace and Alo in some countries. It was first sold in the United States in 1946, and it is also marketed in a number of other countries, including Saudi Arabia, Canada, Morocco and India. Tide was the first strong synthetic laundry detergent.
Gain was introduced in 1969 as an enzyme based laundry detergent. Since 1981, Gain has been marketed predominantly on the basis of its attractive scent. Gain is only sold in North America.
Each brand of laundry detergent comes in a range of different scents, as well as in different varieties that offer various functions such as the addition of bleach to aid with stain removal, or as a special formulation that will be just as effective in cold water as in hot water. Many people prefer the scent of Gain and feel that it leaves a stronger scent than Tide. The Tide and Gain detergents that come with Febreze can produce the best results, in terms of scent. The Joyful Expressions line of scented Gain laundry detergents, which includes varieties such as Apple, Mango and Mandarin Lime are also very popular for their scents.
Cleaning Power
Tide and Gain are both effective laundry detergents, and they are both very popular. Some people find that Gain is more effective than Tide, particularly when they are trying to dislodge stains or when they are dealing with particularly heavily soiled clothes.
Tide is a stronger, more concentrated detergent than most other laundry detergents on the market. This can make it very effective at cleaning clothes, but it can make it harsher on the clothes, wearing them out faster and fading their color. It can also make Tide more likely to irritate sensitive skin, so using it on baby clothes can lead to problems, and people who are prone to skin disorders such as eczema may need to choose a gentler detergent.
Price
Tide tends to be more expensive than Gain, although prices do vary and both of these brands of laundry detergent tend to be sold for very similar prices. Many consumers will switch between Tide and Gain depending on the current prices that are available in the store where they shop, for example choosing the detergent that is currently cheaper due to a sale or a special offer.
Similarities and Differences
- Tide and Gain are both popular brands of laundry detergent that are produced by Procter and Gamble.
- Tide is the older brand, but Gain has become a popular rival, with many people preferring it for its scent.
- Tide is usually slightly more expensive than Gain.
- Tide is a more concentrated detergent Gain is known for its attractive scent.
