The basics 3-in-1 laundry pods: detergent, stain remover, brightener. The benefits Tide Pods are Hypoallergenic. Dermatologist Tested. Free of dyes and perfumes. Measuring is easy: 1 laundry pod for regular loads, 2 pods for large loads and 3 pods for extra large loads. The uses Each pod of Tide Free & Gentle provides a deeper clean (versus the leading Free detergent) that's gentle on skin. The bottom line Tide Pods Free & Gentle is specially formulated with HE Turbo technology that contains quick collapsing suds and targets tough stains.