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Aldi vs Lidl nappies: how do they compare?
Our nappy lab tests show that one of these cheap supermarket nappies is much
better than the other
Aldi and Lidl both sell low-cost supermarket nappies for families looking to keep their little ones dry at a reasonable price.
Included in Aldi's Mamia and Lidl's Lupilu range, these own-brand nappies are sold at almost identical prices and both brands claim their products will keep your baby dry for 12 hours.
Aldi and Lidl also fill their shelves with almost matching nappy sizes, but despite the similarities one of the brands does much better than the other in our tests.
Read on to find out how these two popular brands compare, or head straight to our list of the best disposable nappies across all the brands we've tested.
What do Aldi and Lidl nappies offer?
Aldi Mamia Ultra-Fit Nappies
Aldi says its nappies have an ultra-dry air system with a fast-absorbing core to keep your baby dry for up to 12 hours. The nappies don’t contain any perfume, lotion or latex and are designed to be soft and breathable with a slim design for free movement. Aldi's nappies are available in sizes one to six, and there are also plus sizes for extra absorbency.
Lidl Lupilu Nappies
Lidl claims its Lupilu nappies have magical air tubes with absorbent channels in the core to keep your baby dry for up to 12 hours (eight hours for the newborn range). They have soft fleece and an elasticated waistband for a comfortable fit. Its nappy range covers sizes one through to six, with three additional plus sizes.
Lidl also sells a premium range which the discount supermarket claims offers advanced comfort, fit and flexibility. These nappies come in sizes one to five.
See our full Aldi Mamia nappy review and Lidl Lupilu nappy review to find out whether the brands claims match up with our test results.
How much do Aldi and Lidl nappies cost?
The cost of Aldi and Lidl nappies varies depending on the size you choose. Aldi nappies tend to be slightly cheaper.
The table below compares prices for Aldi and Lidl nappies.
| Size | Aldi price per nappy | Lidl price per nappy |
|---|---|---|
| 1 (2-5kg) | 3p (28 pack) | 3p (28 pack) |
| 2 (3-6kg) | 4p (60 pack) | 4p (60 pack) |
| 3 (4-9kg) | 5p (56 pack) | 5p (56 pack) |
| 4 (7-18kg) | 6p (48 pack) | 6p (48 pack) |
| 4+ (9-20kg) | 6p (78 pack) | 6p (78 pack) |
| 5 (11-25kg) | 7p (72 pack) | 7p (72 pack) |
| 5+ (13-27kg) | 8p (64 pack) | 8p (64 pack) |
Prices correct as of June 2023. Based on the largest available pack size. Aldi's size one to three are part of its Dry Fast range and have not been tested by Which?.
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How do parents rate Aldi and Lidl nappies?
In June 2022, we asked 674 UK parents to rate the nappies they use on absorbency, comfort, ease of use, fit and value for money.
We collected ratings for eight nappy brands including Aldi and Lidl, as well as more expensive options like Pampers.
The highest-rated brand achieved an overall customer score of 81%, while the worst got just 65%.
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How do Aldi and Lidl nappies compare in our lab tests?
One of the budget supermarket's nappies scored an impressive 82% in our lab tests, making it one of our highest-scoring Best Buys.
It got the full five stars in our leakage protection and wetness retention tests, and absorbs liquid quickly so it has little time to escape.
However the other scored just 63%. It's slow to absorb and lets liquid leak out. It also struggles to hold wetness inside once it's been absorbed.
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