We lab tested regular and super tampons. Only products within each type are directly comparable to one another.

This is the claim made on the pack and is broken down into light flow, medium flow and heavy flow.

We recommend tampons with a CHOICE Expert Rating of at least 75% and at least 75% for absorbency.

The CHOICE Expert Rating is made up of absorbency (70%), cord strength (20%), cord length (10%).

We test the absorptive capacity of each tampon and compare it to the absorptive capacity claim made for each product.

We test the pull strength of the withdrawal cord.

We measure the length of the withdrawal cord for each tampon.

The price we paid for the pack size we tested. Generally buying larger size packs will help you save money in the long run, especially when those packs are on special.

The cost per tampon is based on the price we paid divided by the pack size tested.

This is the claim made on the pack about how much fluid the tampons can absorb, measured in grams.

Does the product claim to be hypoallergenic?

Does the product claim to be detmatologiocally tested?

Does the product claim to be fragrance free or unscented?

Some products disclose the components of the product on the packaging.

Does the pack have a warning about Toxic Shock Syndrome (TSS)?