Tight spot: cheapest spray takes first place in Choice stain remover test

Aldi triumphed in the consumer watchdog's laundry showdown, while some name brands failed to come out in the wash

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The cheapest laundry stain removal spray from a major Australian supermarket is also one of the best-performing products in the field, according to a product test by consumer advocacy group Choice.

Choice tested 23 stain remover powders and 20 pre-treater sprays on common garment stains caused by sweat, grass and mud, and cooking oil, as well as stubborn stains from chocolate ice-cream, tomato, baby food, blood and makeup.

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