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Charmin Ultra Soft is the best of both worlds - it's soft and strong. You'll feel comfortable and won't have to worry about a mess on your hands. Read More
This roll is a nice balance of soft and sturdy for its price point. The only downside we could find is that it took a while for a square to dissolve. Read More
With a textured side for gripping and a softer side for dabbing, this bamboo toilet paper leaves you feeling clean after use. Read More
While Reel is comfortable, sustainable and leaves no residue behind, it does come at a higher price point than traditional tp. Read More
This single-ply toilet paper is surprisingly thick and comfortable. Perhaps unsurprisingly, it tears quite easily, though. Read More
Toilet paper may not be the most exciting purchase, but the frustration of buying a low-quality roll is something we all want to avoid. Thankfully, our guide is here to help you skip the potentially uncomfortable trial-and-error process and ensure you get the best toilet paper roll possible. We've got you covered.
After days of research and weeks of practical testing, the best toilet paper you can buy is Charmin Ultra Soft (available at Amazon) because of its unmatched comfort and impressive durability. For soft, durable toilet paper at a great price, check out Charmin Essentials Soft (available at Amazon). However, there are many other excellent toilet paper options in our guide.
Charmin Ultra Soft came out on top when it came to the best toilet paper.
Charmin also came out on top for Best Value Toilet Paper.
PlantPaper did it's duty by holding up well during use but breaking down quickly in our water test, making it our choice for best bamboo toilet paper.
Comfortable
Good for septic systems
100% recyclable packaging
Pricier than others
Feels soft against the skin
Surprisingly thick for a single-ply
Tore significantly against a rough surface
Very comfortable
Held up well in stress tests
Some piling against coarse surfaces
Luxuriously comfortable
Didn't hold up well against coarse surfaces
Took a long time to dissolve in water
Passable if looking to save a few bucks
Only modestly comfortable
Broke apart on coarse surfaces
Rubbing a single square of toilet paper over a cast iron pan helped us test for strength and durability.
Testing had several components. First, we tested toilet paper the old-fashioned way: by using it regularly over multiple weeks. This kind of subjective testing allowed us to develop a less clinical opinion about the durability and comfort of each roll. We wanted to be sure that any toilet paper we recommended would be reliable and comfortable over time.
We also ran the rolls through several objective tests to score them for strength and durability.
To accomplish this, we rubbed one square of each roll against coarse surfaces, including a cast iron skillet and rough outdoor carpet. We took note of any piling, residue, or tears caused by an average amount of pressure against the coarse surfaces.
Finally, we placed a square of each roll in a water container and swirled the paper until it dissolved to determine how long each brand would hold up when wet. However, we also paid attention to any toilet paper that took too long to dissolve, as those rolls are more likely to lead to plumbing issues.
Many homeowners will tell you that having the most effective septic system will save you a lot of time and money in the long run since septic system repairs and replacements can cost thousands of dollars.
Testing also included seeing how quickly the toilet paper would dissolve while submerged and swirled around in water.
One of the most common sizes for a sheet of toilet paper is 4.5 x 4.5 inches. However, the size is shrinking, and you can now frequently find sheets up to a half-inch shorter.
On average, a one-ply roll of toilet paper provides 1,000 sheets per roll. For two-ply, you can expect roughly 500 sheets per roll.
However, the reduction in toilet paper sheet size from 4.5 x 4.5 to 4 x 4 allows companies to quietly raise the cost per unit of toilet paper, which has increased by 2%.
Ultimately, the environment and consumers themselves may benefit most from this as the narrower rolls are proving more effective for saving money and trees.
A single roll of toilet paper can last up to five days in an average-sized household. Most consumers use 8.6 sheets per use, which adds up to 57 sheets per day and 20,805 sheets per year. Each person in your home will use an average of 42 two-ply rolls per year or 21 rolls of one-ply.
Charmin developed “the Forever Roll,” a gigantic roll of toilet paper the company claims can last up to two or three months. The Forever Roll is likely designed for people who rent and live in tight spaces, as it is advertised as a “space saver” and is sold in two sizes: the 12-inch multi-user roll and the 8.7-inch single-user roll.
Despite being touted by Charmin as a “space saver,” we found that the Forever Roll and its accompanying kit make an apartment bathroom feel crowded. We recommend simply buying in bulk for a traditional household.
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Ceara Perez-Murphy is a staff writer at Reviewed. In her free time she likes trying out new recipes in the kitchen, exploring new restaurants and spending time outdoors with her dogs.
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