Reduce Drying Time – Dryer balls can reduce your laundry time by helping dry your clothes faster. Chemical Free – Dryer balls are free from chemicals, which means no harsh chemicals on your clothes, your children’s clothes, or nasty residue on your dryer. Gently Soften Clothes – By tumbling in the dryer with your clothing, wool dryer balls are able to gently fluff and help soften your clothing. Keep Clothing From Tangling – As the dryer balls tumble with your clothing, they help keep them from twisting up together. Reduce Static – Much like the chemical-filled dryer sheets, dryer balls help reduce static in your clothing and blankets but without the side effects of chemicals.