Which is better for lasting odor protection?

Gain Odor Defense claims freshness for up to six weeks. Gain Original claims odor defense with up to all-day scent. For long-term odor control, Odor Defense makes the stronger claim.

Which is cheaper per load?

Gain Original. At $19.99 for 134 loads it costs about 15 cents a load, versus about 19 cents for Odor Defense at $19.94 for 107 loads.

Do they work in high-efficiency washers?

Yes. Both are labeled high efficiency and work in all washing machines, including HE models.

Is the scent very strong?

Both are scented Gain detergents, so expect noticeable fragrance. Gain Original reviewers describe its scent as fresh and long-lasting without being overpowering.

Which should I pick if I want the classic Gain smell?

Gain Original. It uses the Original citrus-floral scent, which Gain calls America's number one scent. Odor Defense uses Super Fresh Blast.

Is one worth the extra money?

There is almost no price gap: 5 cents. Pick by scent and load count, not price. Gain Original gives more loads for the same money.

Gain Odor Defense Liquid Laundry Detergent, Super Fresh Blast Scent, 154 fl oz, 107 Loads vs Gain Original, 107 Loads Liquid Laundry Detergent, 165 Fl Oz

Buy Gain Odor Defense if you want the Super Fresh Blast scent and the lowest price per load; buy Gain Original if you prefer the citrus-floral Original scent and a bigger jug. At the latest prices they are nearly identical: $19.94 at Amazon for 154 fl oz (107 loads) versus $19.99 at Target for 165 fl oz (134 loads). Gain Original is the better value per load at about 15 cents versus about 19 cents.

Today the Gain Odor Defense Liquid Laundry Detergent, Super Fresh Blast Scent, 154 fl oz, 107 Loads costs $0.05 less at its best price.

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