Padel balls
Padel balls are consumables and according to the manufacturers, you should replace the balls after two to three matches. Testfakta's tests of ten well-known brands show that several of the balls lose pressure much earlier than that, and there are also major differences in bounce and speed between different brands.
Vegetarian mince
More and more people are choosing veggie mince over minced meat. But for someone who needs the same amounts of iron and zinc that meat provides, it can be a treacherous choice. Testfakta's test of 14 veggie minces shows that the body's ability to absorb iron and zinc is inhibited by the so-called phytic acid found in legumes.
IPL devices
Smooth legs without shaving, pain or sticky creams? With IPL technology, light is used to remove the hair. But does the technology work and which device is best? Testfakta has tested six devices and compared the results.
Feta cheese
Testfaktas laboratory test of feta cheese consisted of analysis of sensory properties, nutritional content, and DNA, as well as testing for bacteria and antibiotics. The test’s purpose is to highlight authentic, high-quality feta cheese products.
Beds & mattresses
Our fifty-step process for testing beds and mattresses is arguably the world's most comprehensive bed test protocol.
Year in review
At the start of the new year, we look back at 2022. We have whittled down 4671 total tested products down to nineteen of particularly high quality. These are the products that stood out from our tests during 2022: all the test winners from the past year.
Commissioned tests
Conscious consumers ask us about the trustworthiness of tests conducted on assignment of manufacturers.
E-bikes
In connection with our long-term test of electric bikes, we had the opportunity to test drive a prototype of the new Norwegian Buddy Bike sX1.
Brush head replacements
How well do the copies compare to the original from Oral-B? Testfakta Research has tested and compared ten compatible brush heads on the Nordic market. All are more or less identical in appearance, but the test shows big differences in quality, feel and performance.
Dish washer detergent
Testfakta’s laboratory test of automatic dish washing detergents focus on dish cleaning efficiency, shine and grease dissolving properties. The purpose of the tests is to highlight products with good performance and to help manufacturers and retailers to develop quality and performance in their product offering to the consumer.
Air purifier testing
Testfakta's tests are performed by independent and specialized test and research laboratories in Testfakta's laboratory network. The tests focus on the air purifiers' ability to clean the air from allergenic and harmful particles at a sound level that is not disturbing. The purpose of the tests is to highlight products with good performance and to help manufacturers and retailers to develop quality and performance in their product offering to the consumer.
Padel rackets
One should not blame the material, but the world's first laboratory test of padel rackets shows that your racket may have actually changed. One of tested brands showed changed measurement values by 25 percent after the endurance test.
Washing machines
Testfakta’s tests are performed by independent and specialised testing and research laboratories in Testfakta’s laboratory network. The tests focus on the washing machines’ ability to wash, rinse and spin dry, user-friendliness and energy efficiency. The purpose of the tests is to highlight products with good properties and help manufacturers and retailers develop their offer to the consumer.
Tumble dryers
Testfakta’s tests are performed by independent and specialised testing and research laboratories in Testfakta’s laboratory network. The tests focus on the tumble dryer’s ability to dry the laundry, noise level, user-friendliness and energy efficiency. The purpose of the tests is to highlight products with good properties and help manufacturers and retailers develop their offer to the consumer.
Tumble dryers
On behalf of the electronics and white goods chain Elon, Testfakta Research has performed a laboratory test of Elvita tumble dryer. The tumble dryer has been tested together with comparable tumble dryers from Cylinda and Electrolux. Elvita’s tumble dryer performs consistently well and satisfies the requirements of Testfakta’s Verified Quality & Performance quality label.
Washing machines
On behalf of the electronics and white goods chain Elon, Testfakta Research has performed a laboratory test of Elvita washing machine. The washing machine has been tested together with comparable washing machines from Cylinda and Electrolux. Elvita’s washing machine performs consistently well and satisfies the requirements of Testfakta’s Verified Quality & Performance quality label.
Air purifiers
Testfakta Research has laboratory-tested Canvac CLR6540V air purifier at the request of Elon. Canvac has a high max. capacity, manages to purify rooms up to 15 cubic metres at a very low noise level (20dB) and is easy to use.
Testfakta Research has conducted a comparative laboratory test of air purifiers for medium-size rooms on behalf of the Korean manufacturer Coway. The purpose of the test is to compare the performance of a representative and comparable selection of air purifiers on the European market.
Air purifiers (Test ID: R1912)
Testfakta’s laboratory test of air purifiers for medium-sized rooms demonstrates major differences in the capacity to clean the air – despite equivalent performance according to information from the manufacturers. A total of 13 models on the European market have been tested and compared for their ability to eliminate air pollutants and allergenic particles.
Wall filler
Testfakta Research has been commissioned by Byggmax to submit Midun ready mixed filler (Midun Lätt Hand- och Skarvspackel) to laboratory testing. Midun’s ready-mixed filler performs consistently well and meets Testfakta’s Verified Quality & Performance standard by a good margin.
Ceiling paint
Testfakta Research has been commissioned by Byggmax to submit Midun ceiling paint to laboratory testing. Midun’s ceiling paint performs consistently well and meets Testfakta’s Verified Quality & Performance standard by a good margin.
Moving boxes
Rusta AB commissioned Testfakta Research to conduct a laboratory test of the upgraded Rusta PRO packing box. Rusta’s packing box performs consistently well and meets Testfakta’s Verified Quality & Performance standard by a good margin.
Running shoes
Spring is here, and running with it. But how are we to know which running shoe is best? Testfakta has done the testing.
IPL hair removal devices
Smooth legs without shaving, pain or sticky creams? IPL technology uses light to remove the hair. But does it work and which device is best? Testfakta has tested six devices and compared the results.
TV's 55"
Thinking of buying a new TV for the summer’s biggest sporting event or the concert of the year? Then you should read Testfakta’s test first. One TV can’t handle the camera’s twists and turns and starts juddering. “Watching TV on it would be excruciating,” says the lab’s expert.
Incinerating toilets
An incinerating toilet does not require access to water or sewerage, and avoids the unpleasant job of emptying a latrine. But there are substantial differences in performance, safety and energy consumption – on a cold winter day, one flush can suck out all the warmth from a holiday home, as was demonstrated in Testfakta Research’s laboratory test of five models available on the Nordic market.
Electric toothbrushes
Dentists often recommend switching to an electric toothbrush. But how much better are they and is there any difference between the various models? Testfakta Research has tested six different models in the premium class.
Test protocol for beds and mattresses
Testfaktas laboratory tests of beds and mattresses include some 50 different test parameters to evaluate and verify the most important consumer aspects such as ergonomics, microclimate, durability, strength and the non-existence of harmful substances.
Beds and mattresses
The aim of Testfakta’s quality labelling of beds is to highlight high-quality beds with good comfort characteristics, and guide the consumer to more sustainable products.
Testfakta Research has tested and compared the capacity of a total of 26 different makes of AA battery (1.5 V) on the Nordic market on behalf of manufacturer Duracell. The laboratory test has been carried out by the Swedish technical laboratory Intertek Semko AB.
Roof boxes
Several popular roof boxes fail Testfakta’s crash test. Skis and boots fly like projectiles, or the whole box comes off.
Liquid washing detergents
Almost every brand has had to give up on removing at least one type of stain, as is shown by the results of an extensive laboratory test of liquid detergents carried out by Testfakta Research on behalf of the manufacturer Unilever.
Paint brushes
With a good brush, you get a better end result, dip the brush fewer times and avoid getting loose bristles in the paintwork. So show the results of Testfakta Research’s extensive laboratory test of brushes.
Bicycle helmets
The right bicycle helmet can provide up to four times more protection against concussion, Testfakta’s tests show. A method for measuring the stresses the brain is subject to in accidents was used in the tests.
