I've tried products comparable to this before and while they worked well enough, I've always preferred Downy. So when I found the Downy Beads as a sample, I was more than happy. I've always had luck with Downy softener lingering just enough on clothes to make them 'cozy'. Instead of using them on my work clothes, I put the samples to the test and used one of the packets on my dog's favorite blanket. The scent is clean and inoffensive, and lingers well after being being out the the wash. The only cons I've come across with the product is they're candy-like in appearance and then the cost, which is devastating for a college student. Overall the experience was positive and I will keep an eye out for sales and coupons on this product in the future (and will eventually buy it on the regular). I did receive free samples of this product in exchange for an honest, unbiased review, so all opinions of Downy Fresh Protect Beads in this review are my own.

Its easy to use, just toss in the washer and continue your wash. There's no residual left over on your clothing, or linens, and my clothes smell absolutely amazing. The odors were not only neutralized, in my opinion they were gone.I tested the Downy Fresh Protect Beads for free but all opinions are mine.

I first tested out the odor shield claim on a load of sheets/blankets that my toddler had vomited on during the middle of the night. End result, I love love love these beads! My laundry smelled amazing....no need for a prewash or second wash to rid the smell away. I received a free sample of Downy Fresh protect beads, but all opinions are my own.

When it comes to having clothes that smell fresh, I'm kind of a fanatic. The clothes I put in the wash with the fresh protect were quite soiled as these were the clothes my husband and I wore while moving. I Nissley got these as a sample pack and I will definitely be purchasing the full-size product! Just this morning I took one of the shirts that I wore out of the closet and it still smelled as if I just washed it. Downy products are we familiar Brandon my home and their quality is always unsurpassed .

If you're someone that has a small space or go to the Laundromat to do your laundry this is perfect! It's concentrated little pebbles so its lightweight and not heavy. It also has the classic Downy scent I got this product for free for testing purposes, but all opinions are my own.

I am so happy they came out with April fresh scent because that's my favorite! I use April fresh downy liquid and the downy unstoppables together and it makes my clothes smell so good! The great smell makes me want to do laundry. The unstoppables are easy to use I just pour whatever I desire and that's all. I sometimes use the unstoppables alone and clothes still smells amazing !

I received this product for free as part of a Influenster Voxbox. I'm not one to use stuff the has scents in my laundry. But I tried it anyway. And...wouldn't you know it, I forgot the wash in the machine....for nearly 24 hours. Well, it's summer and my laundry room is in the basement.Normally, it would stink to high heaven after 24 hours sitting in there. It didn't! It smelled nice and fresh and I was able to throw it all right in the dryer. It came out of the dryer smelling nice and fresh too.

All opinions are own. I received this free to try. The scent is pretty great smelling use them in the washer, My clothes came out smelling fresh and very soft. Not very strong and just the right kind of smell. I would definitely start buying these from now on!

I used a sample packet that I received from Influenster with a load of towels. Everything came out smelling great. The scent is a nice, light & fresh floral scent, not too overwhelming or overpowering, but it long lasting. I look forward to using the other two sample packets that I received. **I tested this product for free, but all opinions are my own.

The beads smelled amazing! My entire laundry room smelled great long after the wash was complete too! The only reason I gave 4 stars was because the package could not be easily opened; there wasn't a slit to assist with tearing it open. Using my teeth was not ideal. Other than that, I really like these. I received this product complimentary for testing purposes; the reviews given are my own.