I really like that it has a strong smell for clothing and heavy items like back packs, blankets and pillows. I also love that this scent is nice, and very good for gym clothing. I would definitely recommend because the scent lasts a long time. I got this for testing purposes from Influenster.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This product smelled nice when I poured the beads into the washer. But when I took the clothes out of the dryer, the clothes did not smell any more. My clothes were not particularly smelly before I wash them, so I am not sure if this will shield my clothes from stinky smells.

I love the scent of Downy Fresh Protect products.Super easy to use and left our clothing smelling amazing. I am now accustomed to using products like this but I think I am convinced. Note I did test the product for free but all opinions are my own. :)

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Downy® Fresh Protect In-Wash Odor Shield Tide PODS Plus Febreze™ detergent pacs Gain Original Flings detergent pacs OMG......... I love these me an my sister's went to Walmart an bought more right away. You can still smell it's fresh scent days later #bzzagent For the free samples an showing me to another awesome product This is my favorite of the three the beads smell so so good upset to say I didn't find these at the store I went to but when I do find them I will buy

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] In order to put this product to the real test, I had to use it in the stankiest load of laundry possible: my dogs' crusty crate bedding. Even with regular washings, their crate bedding just STINKS. They must chew on the blankets...or wipe their butts and frito paws on them...I don't even know. But my normal routine is wash on Heavy Duty setting with detergent and scented fabric softener, dry in dryer, then soak in Febreze and set out in the sun for a day. That is the only routine that will neutralize that heavy dog smell within. I followed my normal wash routine, except adding in the beads to washer. To my surprise, the blankets came out soft, clean and smelled GOOD! No need for the febreze and sunshine. If I didn't know any better, I wouldn't even be able to tell that these were crate blankets! Thoroughly impressed with this product and I will likely buy it for special loads (such as musty towels, husband's National Guard uniforms, and that load of laundry that I always forget about in the washer for a few days).

I received this product for free, however, will be purchasing this product in the future! I washed some damp towels that were smelling not so great- after using this product, they smelled nice, clean and fresh! I love that the scent stays days after washing! Great product!

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] normally, I use white vinegar as a fabric softener. I decided to use this fabric softener because I got it for free, I feel as if it makes my clothes just as soft as the white vinegar. It does leave a strong fragrance, so if that is what you're looking for, this product would be great for you. Fragrance is not an important factor for me, so I am Not sure that I would spend the money to buy this.

Product is great,our clothes came out smelling fresh and softer. Me and my husband have a sensitive skin and I did not find this product irritating. Product is expensive but its worth it. Received this product from Influenster for free complimentary for testing purposes.

I loved everything about this, the smell was amazing and the quality was awesome. It really took away the bad smells and it made it smell so fresh. Even after throwing it in the dryer, it kept its smell so powerful. I used it on a very big load of clothes and all my clothes smelled. It was very powerful. I got there for free but these opinions are my own. I am so glad I did, definitely will be buying more.

I tested Downy Fresh Protect for free, but all opinions are your own. I work in very close proximity to people all day and want to smell fresh and clean without heavy perfume. Downy Protect allowed me to feel confident that I smelled fresh and the fresh smell lasted all day. I will definitely be buying this product in the future