I purchased these for the four twin beds I have for guests. When removed from the packaging, they had no odor and were soft. I kept an eye on them as I dried them, and they came out even softer. One feature I liked was that they were extra long at the end, which means they'll stay tucked in. The price was reasonable, and I felt I got a good deal for the quality. One customer, I believe, complained about all the "fuzz" in the dryer lint trap after washing and drying. That was not the case for me. I would not hesitate to purchase more.