microfiber
Cora Ball
Spiky polyurethane ball that catches up to a third of microfibers in the wash. Zero installation.
- Drop-in
- Catches 31% of fibers
- No install
WhyThe lowest-friction microfiber catch. Throw it in, forget it.
$35Read the review →
microfiber
Guppyfriend Washing Bag
If you're willing to bag synthetic items separately, this is the more effective option.
RESEARCHEDBest value
- Higher catch rate
- Reusable
- Patagonia-tested
$35USD · ships from retailer
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Quick take
MaterialsUntreated polyamide mesh
CategoryCleaning + air
Subcategorymicrofiber
Why we picked it
If you're willing to bag synthetic items separately, this is the more effective option.
Mesh bag for synthetic loads. Higher catch rate than the ball, slightly more setup.
How we vetted this
RESEARCHEDWe recommend this product based on materials, certifications, and reputation. We have not yet bought or tested it in our own home.
If we move it into our home, we'll upgrade its tier and add first-person notes. If lab data emerges, we'll note that here.
Where to buy
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Premium pickmicrofiberTested at U. of Plymouth
PlanetCare Washer Filter
Plumbed inline filter that catches 98% of microfibers at the washer outlet. The serious answer.
- 98% catch rate
- Inline filter
- Replaceable cartridges
WhyIndependent testing at the University of Plymouth. The only catch system with peer-reviewed data.
$260Read the review →Recommended based on the criteria for the cleaning + air chapter, written down before we shopped. Read the methodology →